A short twice-weekly podcast about traveling, and the secrets that can save you time, money, headaches as well as giving tips on better ways to travel.
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To The Point is a monthly podcast produced by Crux, the un-agency that fuels business growth. Our podcast features exclusive interviews with successful business leaders across the country to highlight the entrepreneurial spirit and share how marketing can transform an organization. Through thought-provoking conversations that get to crux of it, we’re helping businesses elevate their brand and amplify their mission.
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You're listening to Behind the Wheels with Doug Mason, Dave Walters, and Mike Yagley. This is a show where we talk about heavy truck and medium duty axle ends. Doug, Dave, and Mike bring close to 100 years of experience and expertise in the transportation business. Join us once a month to learn new things about axle ends. Sponsored by Alcoa Wheels, the global leader in aluminum wheel innovation.
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Whatever your business conundrum, there’s a TED Talk for that—whether you want to learn how to land that promotion, set smart goals, undo injustice at work, or unlock the next big innovation. Every Monday, host Modupe Akinola of Columbia Business School presents the most powerful and surprising ideas that illuminate the business world. After the talk, you'll get a mini-lesson from Modupe on how to apply the ideas in your own life. Because business evolves every day, and our ideas about it sh ...
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This Tuesday, we are talking about certain locations that are reportedly haunted! http://www.TimeForYourVacation.com http://www.DaveTheTourGuide.com
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The key to navigating change with confidence | Kristy Ellmer
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15:48What if the change you fear most is actually the best thing for you? Change leader Kristy Ellmer shares a powerful lesson on how even the most difficult transitions, including layoffs and company-wide transformations, can open unexpected doors. She offers tools from behavioral science to help you shift your mindset and navigate uncertainty with con…
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Episode 7: E7 -- Travel Secrets for Havana, Cuba
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10:03We are now speaking of our tour of Havana, Cuba, and some travel secrets about it. http://www.DaveTheTourGuide.com http://www.TimeForYourVacation.com 503-933-4759
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Episode 6: E6: Secrets Cruise Employees Know
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10:53We continue our series of Travel Secrets. This time, we are talking about some of the secrets the Cruise employees know that you don't! http://www.TimeForYourVacation.com http://www.DaveTheTourGuide.com
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Work is broken. Gen Z can help fix it | Amanda Schneider
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15:02Would you rather stay in your current job until you retire, or change jobs every year? Researcher Amanda Schneider says Gen Z's answer to this question says a lot about the evolving workplace. Sharing data-driven insights on the young workforce, she debunks common misconceptions about Gen Z employees and explains why their preferences are key to un…
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Episode 5: E5: Airport and Flying Secrets
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10:00This episode, we will give you your tips, tricks and hacks for dealing with the TSA, your airport and airlines! http://www.TimeForYourVacation.com http://www.DAveTheTourGuide.com
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Let us pause now for another 10 minute or less podcast giving you travel secrets to our 50th state; HAWAII!! http://www.TimeForYourVacation.com http://www.DaveTheTourGuide.com
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Is generosity the most underrated leadership skill? | Joe Davis
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10:17Leadership isn’t about a title or position — it’s about generosity, says organizational expert Joe Davis. Drawing on his extensive experience as a people manager, he shares three essential tips for leaders to unlock the potential of their teams by listening generously, embracing vulnerability and leading with humanity — and shows how it's possible …
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Time to hit the road and learn what I have learned about Las Vegas! http://www.TimeForYourVacation.com http://www.DaveTheTourGuide.com
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Fortune favors the bold: Galvanizing communities from boardrooms to City Hall – Sly James and Joni Wickham | Wickham James
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29:48For our 28th episode, President & Chief Strategy Officer Ethan Whitehill chats with Sly James and Joni Wickham of Wickam James who make the case for sponsorship over mentorship, the importance of active listening, and why there are no limitations to doing good. Get to the point with us on the last Tuesday of each month!…
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Today we take 10 minutes to learn some secrets about cruising! Some tips to make your time more fun!
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An NBA champion's advice on being a top teammate | Shane Battier
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13:37What if the secret to success isn’t being in the spotlight, but making everyone else around you shine? Former NBA player Shane Battier shares how his most impactful moments didn’t come from scoring points but rather from small, underrated actions that helped his team win — and why prioritizing "we" over "me" can create a lasting legacy, both on and…
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Episode 1: E1: Who we are and why we are here
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2:56Simply announcing our existence. www.TimeForYourVacation.com www.DaveTheTourGuide.com
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The 7 pillars of unlocking potential | Anirudh Krishna
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15:34Why do some countries have a seemingly endless supply of talent in certain fields? From Jamaica's sprinters to South Korea's golfers, public policy professor Anirudh Krishna explains why "talent ladders" — structured pathways to identify and nurture people's potential — are the best way to make sure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. After the…
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Is perfectionism just procrastination in disguise? | Jon Youshaei
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9:09What separates struggling artists from successful ones? Looking to creative geniuses like Mozart, Edison and Monet, video creator Jon Youshaei explains why aiming to be prolific — despite flops and failures along the way — is the key to unlocking your creative success. After the talk, Modupe reflects on herself as a perfectionist and how inviting o…
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3 reasons to take risks like a teenager | Adriana Galván
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10:56Is embracing your inner teenager the key to thriving in adulthood? Neuroscientist Adriana Galván shares three powerful lessons from decades of research into adolescent brain development, exploring what teens can teach us about embracing uncertainty, challenging the status quo and taking strategic risks — all tools for a bold, brave life. After the …
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6 ways to make better connections online | Margaux Miller
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14:12Networking expert Margaux Miller offers a fresh playbook for making meaningful connections online, presenting six tips for building online relationships that emphasize quality over quantity and the importance of genuine, personalized interactions. Learn how to be more thoughtful in your approach to making new connections with practical suggestions …
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Leading with courage and character: Educating tomorrow’s workforce – Dr. Sandra Cassady | President & CEO of Rockhurst University
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20:07For our 27th episode, President & Chief Strategy Officer Ethan Whitehill chats with Dr. Sandra Cassady— President & CEO of Rockhurst University—about the advantage of a Jesuit education, cultivating double- and triple-Hawks, and why liberal arts education is often misunderstood. Get to the point with us on the last Tuesday of each month!…
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Can salad dressing transform capitalism? | Alex Amouyel
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14:29What if businesses were designed to maximize impact — not just profits? Alex Amouyel, president and CEO of Newman's Own Foundation, details the organization’s commitment to donate all of the profits from the food company it owns — and shows what the “100% for purpose” movement can teach us about doing business, philanthropy and capitalism different…
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How to turn setbacks into success | Amy Shoenthal
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18:49Success rarely happens in a straight line, with setbacks all but guaranteed along the way. What's the best way to recover? Leadership coach Amy Shoenthal lays out the four phases of the "setback cycle" and explains how to transform difficult moments into opportunities for reinvention and progress. After, Modupe reflects on Amy's talk and the benefi…
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The art of marketing — for good | Raja Rajamannar
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16:54Can marketing transcend traditional business goals and actually be a force for good? Mastercard CMO Raja Rajamannar shares how purpose-driven initiatives — like “touch cards” for the visually impaired and debit cards that let people choose how their names appear — align profit with purpose and position businesses to create meaningful, positive chan…
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Solar energy is even cheaper than you think | Jenny Chase
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11:53How prevalent is solar power, really? According to researcher Jenny Chase, it's already displacing fossil fuels in key energy markets around the world. She explains the rise of affordable solar power and dives into how her team tracked its rapid installation in unexpected countries, offering a vision of a brighter, more sustainable future. After th…
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Why They Buy: Understanding the Path to Purchase in Consumer Brand Marketing – Dave VanderWaal | Senior Marketing Consultant at VW Marketing Consultants
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27:41For our 26th episode, President & Chief Strategy Officer Ethan Whitehill chats with Dave VanderWaal— senior marketing consultant at VW Marketing Consultants and former US marketing head at LG and Hisense—about mapping the customer journey, the power of the last three feet, and being Grace VanderWaal’s #1 fan. Get to the point with us on the last Tu…
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Why don’t companies want you to repair your stuff? | Aaron Perzanowski
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8:32Today, some companies are working hard to prevent consumers from repairing products on their own. In many cases, repair can only be done by the original manufacturer, if at all. With limited repair options available, we end up buying new and throwing more items out. So, how exactly do companies prevent repair? And what can consumers do about it? Aa…
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Why you should get good at being bad | Fixable
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25:35This is an episode of Fixable, another podcast from the TED Audio Collective. Sometimes the only way to win is by finding the courage to lose. This week on Fixable, Anne and Frances want you to “dare to be bad” in order to free up capacity to excel at more important things. They share insight on the power of strategic “no”s, the value of ruthless p…
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How to reclaim your life from work | Simone Stolzoff
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11:38Where do you draw the line between work and life? Writer Simone Stolzoff explores the problem with defining yourself by your job — and shows what it takes to reclaim your time and sense of meaning beyond the office. After the talk, Modupe shares how practicing meditation nourishes her identity outside of work. Want to help shape TED’s shows going f…
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Forget the corporate ladder — winners take risks | Molly Graham
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12:08Success in your career looks different for everyone — but no matter your industry, you'll need to take risks. Company and community builder Molly Graham shares three key skills to learn before jumping off the metaphorical cliff, outlining a path off the corporate ladder and into true professional and personal growth. After the talk, Modupe shares h…
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Banking on Innovation: Humanizing and Simplifying Banking as a Service (BaaS) – Melissa Beltrame | Marketing Director at nbkc bank
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22:48For our 25th episode, President & Chief Strategy Officer Ethan Whitehill chats with Melissa Beltrame, Marketing Director at nbkc bank, about the future of fintech, the value of inside-out branding and why all brands should be fanatical about the customer experience. Get to the point with us on the last Tuesday of each month!…
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The trick to powerful public speaking | Lawrence Bernstein
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17:27Why do so many of us get nervous when public speaking? Communication expert Lawrence Bernstein says the key to dealing with the pressure is as simple as having a casual chat. He introduces the "coffee shop test" as a way to help you overcome nerves, connect with your audience and deliver a message that truly resonates. After the talk, Modupe explai…
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We need leaders who boldly champion inclusion | June Sarpong
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19:21This week, we're revisiting an episode on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) — essential drivers of creativity and profits, yet progress has been slow. It's time for leaders to become "rock stars" of inclusion — and that starts with pushing through discomfort, says veteran broadcaster and diversity leader June Sarpong. "When it comes to diversit…
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K-pop, cutting-edge tech and other ways Asia is shaping the world | Neeraj Aggarwal
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13:26For a long time, the conveyor belt of ideas moved from the West to the East, says business strategy expert Neeraj Aggarwal. But now, Asia’s rising cultural and intellectual influence is redefining this established order. He explores how Asia’s booming culture and economy — from K-pop to cutting-edge tech — is sparking creative solutions to global c…
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What you can learn from people who disagree with you | Shreya Joshi
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15:38This week, we're revisiting an episode with youth leader Shreya Joshi, who shows why having "uncomfortable conversations" with people you disagree with is crucial to bridging the political divide. "When we are able to recognize what unites us, it becomes so much easier to have conversations about what divides us," she says. Join Modupe after the ta…
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5 steps to building a personal brand you feel good about | Marcos Salazar
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10:38Whether you realize it or not, you have a personal brand, says social entrepreneur Marcos Salazar — and you have the power to shape what it is. This week we're revisiting an episode that focuses on how you can create a brand that captures who you are, who you'd like to be and how you want to make an impact on the world. This episode is part of the …
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Luxury, not landfill — the waste-free future of fashion | Joon Silverstein
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13:51Fashion is a huge part of the world's waste problem, but it doesn't have to be. Coachtopia founder Joon Silverstein shows how her company creates new designs from the waste products of another, a circular process that cuts the need for new raw materials — and rethinks what qualifies as "luxury." This talk was made in partnership with Coachtopia. St…
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Ask dumb questions, embrace mistakes — and other lessons on innovation | Dave Raggio
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9:24To launch new initiatives within the confines of a large corporation, you'll need to work with the system, not against it, says "intrapreneur" Dave Raggio. He shares three lessons on innovation he learned the hard way — so you don't have to. Made in partnership with Intuit. After the talk, Modupe shares one small way we can get everyone working tog…
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Will the end of economic growth come by design — or disaster? | Gaya Herrington
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14:48What if solving poverty, caring for nature and fostering well-being were the ultimate goals of the economy, instead of growth for its own sake? Environmentalist and economist Gaya Herrington proposes a shift in thinking from "never enough" to "enough for each," asking us to contemplate whether the end of exponential growth on a finite planet will c…
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Does working hard really make you a good person? | Azim Shariff
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18:28Around the world, people who work hard are often seen as morally good — even if they produce little to no results. In this episode, we're revisiting a talk by social psychologist Azim Shariff, in which he analyzes the roots of this belief and suggests a shift towards a more meaningful way to think about effort, rather than admiring work for work's …
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From Competition to Community: A Chef-Driven Legacy – Kelly Magee | CEO & Founding Partner of Q39
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15:48For our 24th episode, President & Chief Strategy Officer Ethan Whitehill chats with Kelly Magee, CEO & Founding Partner of Q39, about cultivating and evolving a challenger brand, plans to scale 2x in 2025, and how entrepreneurs must balance progress with perfection. Get to the point with us on the last Tuesday of each month!…
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5 ways leaders can adapt to shifting geopolitics | Nikolaus S. Lang
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16:00What will the world look like in 2030? International business consultant Nikolaus S. Lang predicts the evolution of a multipolar world, with multiple emerging coalitions of countries acting in new ways to achieve their economic, technological and military goals. He dives into what this will mean for the global economy, offering five tips for busine…
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Networking doesn't have to feel gross | Daniel Hallak
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16:41Networking doesn’t always have to feel like a self-serving transaction, says executive coach Daniel Hallak. Highlighting the importance of focusing on giving rather than taking when it comes to making connections, he outlines a mindset shift to help you build better relationships — in a way that doesn't feel gross. After the talk, Modupe highlights…
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Yes, you can be an entrepreneur too | Saamra Mekuria-Grillo
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18:33Who gets to be an entrepreneur? Saamra Mekuria-Grillo says the image we most commonly see — a guy in a hoodie — is a limiting representation of entrepreneurial success. She highlights the importance of young Black people seeing entrepreneurship as a possibility for themselves and explains the key to making the field more inclusive. After the talk, …
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How to empower farmers — and nourish the planet | Agnes Kalibata
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14:26Africa's smallholder farmers feed millions of people and uplift economies, yet they often lack the basic resources needed to thrive, says agricultural scientist and policymaker Agnes Kalibata. She outlines how to empower these farmers with better tools, climate resilience strategies and market access — so they can continue to nourish humanity while…
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Preserving a City Landmark, Projecting a Community Brand – George Guastello | President and CEO of Union Station Kansas City
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25:58For our 23rd episode, President & Chief Strategy Officer Ethan Whitehill chats with George Guastello, President and CEO of Union Station Kansas City, about maintaining the visual voice of our town, playing host to Princess Diana and Walt Disney, and why all roads (and tracks) lead back to Union Station. Get to the point with us on the last Tuesday …
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The power of personalization in the age of AI | Mark Abraham
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15:07With all that spam clogging your inbox, a more personalized experience with the brands you interact with would be a refreshing change of pace. Sharing insights from his research into what brands can do to improve the experience of the people they want to reach, personalization pioneer Mark Abraham highlights a key mindset that can help companies bo…
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Want to get ahead at work? Risk the awkward moments | Henna Pryor
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18:40When we avoid feeling awkward, we often miss an opportunity for growth, says workplace performance expert Henna Pryor. She shares tips on embracing discomfort for the sake of self-betterment and shows how pushing past the "cringe chasm" — the gap between how we perceive ourselves and how others see us — can open up chances to get ahead at work and …
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How to ask for more — and get it | Alex Carter
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17:17How do you get what you want out of a negotiation? United Nations negotiation trainer Alex Carter says the best methods center on recruitment, not rivalry. Whether you're asking for a raise or resolving a family dispute, she offers five simple tips for a successful discussion — starting with one powerful question. After the talk, Modupe shares tips…
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The case for good jobs — and why they're good for business too | Zeynep Ton
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17:14Many of the jobs that keep the world running — like cleaning bathrooms, picking up trash, caring for the elderly — pay so poorly that workers can barely make ends meet. Nonprofit leader Zeynep Ton is intent on changing that, showing why everyone wins when companies pay their people livable wages and offer opportunities for growth. After the talk, M…
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How entrepreneurs can unlock their full potential | Jay Bailey
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16:08Jay Bailey says so many ideas never see the light of day because entrepreneurship has a problem of belonging. He shares how a chance encounter kicked off his own journey to becoming an entrepreneur and advocate for Black-owned businesses — and shows how anyone can unlock untapped potential. After the talk, Modupe reflects on how having space to exp…
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Coding to Close the Digital Divide – Tammy Buckner | Co-Founder and CEO of WeCode KC
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16:13For our 22nd episode, President & Chief Strategy Officer Ethan Whitehill chats with Tammy Buckner, Co-Founder and CEO of WeCode KC, about AI, STEM education and bridging the tech gap in underrepresented communities. Don't miss the story behind Jerome, a robot constructed by students to throw the first pitch at Kauffman Stadium. Get to the point wit…
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The breakthrough power of young leaders | Mohan Sivaloganathan
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16:25Leadership isn’t a title; it’s a verb that requires action, says youth empowerment advocate Mohan Sivaloganathan. Drawing on his experience as the CEO of a nonprofit, he shares surprising lessons on adaptability and accountability, showing why truly effective leaders listen to the voice of younger generations. After the talk, Modupe reflects on how…
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