Best David R Hollenbach Podcasts (2025)

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Unlock Leadership Excellence with Stephen M. R. Covey 48:01

1+ y ago48:01

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In this eye-opening episode, join us as Dave Hollenbach, your trusted host for "From Embers to Excellence," engages in a riveting conversation with Stephen M. R. Covey, the acclaimed New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Discover the insights from Stephen's groundbreaking books, including "The Speed of Trust" and the recentl…

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From Army Officer to Leadership Guru: The Inspiring Journey of LTC Oak McCulloch | Military Service, Disaster Relief, and the Art of Leadership 37:57

1+ y ago37:57

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Explore the extraordinary journey of LTC Oak McCulloch, a seasoned Army veteran and accomplished leader, in this captivating video. Born in Loudon, Tennessee, and raised in Kirkland, Illinois, Oak's path led him through the prestigious United States Military Academy at West Point, where he began his military journey. Over a 23-year career, LTC McCu…

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Unleashing the Warrior Within: Former Navy SEAL, Bestselling Author, and Adventure Athlete Don Mann 43:10

1+ y ago43:10

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Join us in this gripping interview as Dave Hollenbach sits down with the extraordinary Don Mann, a former Navy SEAL, world-class adventure athlete, New York Times bestselling author, and host of “Surviving Mann”. Don has been a sought-after guest on major networks like FOX, CNN, and ABC, where he has shared his unique insights and knowledge. His po…

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Unveiling the Journey with Steve Mellor 35:40

1+ y ago35:40

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Dive into the transformative journey of Steve Mellor, a former Olympic Swim Coach, as he unravels the secrets of success and unleashes the potential of individuals and organizations through his company, Career Competitor. With a rich background in coaching elite performers within high-performance environments, Steve has honed his expertise over nea…

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Professional MMA Fighter Nicholas McCarty | From Embers to Excellence: A Journey of Leadership and Discipline in the Fighter's World 42:40

1+ y ago42:40

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Join us for an insightful conversation with professional MMA fighter Nicholas McCarty as he sits down with the host Dave Hollenbach on the latest episode of From Embers to Excellence. In this episode, they delve into the captivating story of Nick's life, chronicling his journey from the struggles of life to excellence both inside the cage and on th…

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Vickie Lanthier: Speaker, Author, Veteran 26:41

1+ y ago26:41

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Vickie Lanthier (she/her/elle) is a speaker, author, veteran, and entrepreneur with lived experience working through adversities such as trauma, burnout, and identity struggles. She has worked at National Defence for over 25 years, first in the military as a Signals Operator for 14 years and followed by consulting as a Technology Architect. Vickie …

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Interview with William E. Sturgeon, MPA- Senior Associate with Fitch and Associates 53:59

1+ y ago53:59

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During his distinguished 35-year public safety career, William E. Sturgeon, (Bill), MPA, CPM, EFO, EMT-P, ICMA-CM, has served volunteer, military, municipal, and county fire rescue organizations and held many titles including: Firefighter/Paramedic, Aircraft Crash Rescue Firefighter, Flight Paramedic, Hazardous Materials and Technical Rescue Specia…

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From Embers to Excellence - Strengthening Leaders and Teams with Candice Gottlieb-Clark 43:05

2y ago43:05

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In this exciting episode of "From Embers to Excellence," we are honored to host Candice Gottlieb-Clark, a renowned Author, Business Advisor, Coach, and Conflict Management Specialist. As the founder of Dynamic Team Solutions, Candice has been dedicated to empowering businesses by bolstering their leaders and teams through enhanced communication, te…

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Interview with Terry Brock, Host of Stark Raving Entrepreneurs 36:34

2y ago36:34

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Terry Brock is a Speaker Hall of Fame recipient and brings a passion for technology, a sense of history, and real-world business strategies for success to events all over the world. He Earned an MBA in marketing and is focused on real-world business applications. He leverages his background in journalism and education in live presentations all over…

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Interview with Joshua Helman, MD 42:56

2y ago42:56

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Dr. Joshua Helman is a Harvard-trained physician licensed in fourteen states. He has two degrees in Biochemistry, (bachelor's from Harvard magna cum laude and master's from the University of Cambridge, UK). He is Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Lifestyle Medicine. His medical degrees are from Harvar…

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Interview with Chip Nightingale, Evangelist, Author, Speaker 44:36

2y ago44:36

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Chip Nightingale is an executive, a gifted national & international conference speaker, evangelist, author, entrepreneur, and Life & Leadership Coach. His goal is to help people grow in their understanding of themselves and the people they lead. Chip has been successful in business, leading a church, growing a camp, and coaching high school and col…

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Interview #2 with Chief Freddie Fernandez, Miami Fire Rescue, Retired 26:43

2y ago26:43

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Chief Freddie spent 32 years with Miami Fire Rescue. He held every civil service rank, spending his last five years as the Deputy Fire Chief. Chief Freddie’s extensive teaching experience includes training firefighters, police officers and corrections officers. Since 1999, Chief Freddie has specialized in test preparation courses for entry and prom…

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Sonal Patel, M.D. discusses Postpartum Care for Mom and Baby 55:45

2y ago55:45

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Sonal Patel, M.D. is a TEDx speaker, pediatrician, neonatologist, & breastfeeding specialist who founded NayaCare in 2018. NayaCare is a home health clinic focused on improving postpartum care. She has written several articles on this subject published in Scary Mommy, Kevin MD, and Colorado Sun. She wrote her first book, “The Doctor and Her Black B…

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Neil “The Media Giant” Haley: Former Professional Wrestler and Media Personality 45:43

2y ago45:43

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Neil joins Dave Hollenbach on From Embers to Excellence for a rare interview. He has done approximately 10,000 interviews for his podcast, radio show, and TV show but rarely has he been interviewed himself. This is a great conversation that will appeal to many because of the many topics Dave and Neil cover. Visit Neil’s website to learn more about …

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Mike Liguori: former Marine, author, and founder of Live Your Truth Media 58:49

2y ago58:49

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Mike Liguori is a former Marine a published author and founder of Live Your Truth Media. His memoir, “The Sandbox: Stories of Human Spirit and War” chronicled his two combat deployments to Iraq and transition from the war. In the book, Mike gives readers an honest, gut-wrenching portrayal of not only the camaraderie built during the war but also th…

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Interview with Dea Irby, award-winning author and TEDx speaker 53:38

2y ago53:38

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After moving 15 times through five southern states, Dea Irby, serial entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and award-winning author, knows the value of belonging and is on a mission to share her message. Many of us underestimate the importance of belonging and its impact in the workplace and our communities. People who feel like they belong, don’t just stay,…

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Interview with Ryan Horn, Host of the Extraordinary Man Podcast 37:58

2y ago37:58

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Ryan Horn went from broke and working 12-hour night shifts at a metal factory while sleeping on his aunt's couch to becoming an award-winning entrepreneur, peak performance coach, an in-demand speaker and top-rated podcast host. His proprietary 5 Step Business Breakthrough framework has helped thousands of men around the world transform their busin…

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Stories from the Road Podcast Host and Former Firefighter Phil Klein Shares his Story on From Embers to Excellence 56:13

2y ago56:13

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Phil Klein is a former firefighter/paramedic who spent 25 years serving his community. Klein started his public service career in 1990 as a volunteer firefighter on Long Island. After earning his paramedic credential in 1992, he worked for NYC EMS before spending nearly 10 years as a police medic for the Nassau County Police Department. In 2002, he…

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Dr. Debi Silber: Unlocking the Keys to Healing After Betrayal | From Hardened to Healed 25:17

2y ago25:17

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Dr. Debi Silber is the founder of the PBT (Post Betrayal Transformation) Institute and is a holistic psychologist, a health, mindset and personal development expert, the author of Trust Again, and is a 2-time #1 International bestselling author of: The Unshakable Woman AND From Hardened to Healed: The Effortless Path to Release Resistance, Get Unst…

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From Prison Cells to PhD: An Inspiring Interview with Endocrinologist and Professor Dr. Stanley Andrisse 1:03:01

2y ago1:03:01

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In this inspiring interview, Dr. Stanley Andrisse shares his remarkable journey "From Prison Cells to PhD" with Dave Hollenbach, host of the show "From Embers to Excellence". Dr. Andrisse, an endocrinologist scientist and assistant professor at Howard University College of Medicine, talks about his experience as an inmate in a maximum-security pris…

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Interview with Laura DiBenedetto, Author of “The Six Habits” 29:18

2y ago29:18

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TEDx Speaker, #1 Bestselling author of The Six Habits and Life Mastery Coach, Laura DiBenedetto teaches how to create the life of our dreams without sacrificing what we love. Laura is the founder and CEO of the award-winning marketing company, Vision Advertising, located in the greater Boston area. Laura created, built and ran the growth-oriented e…

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Learn Leadership Excellence with Jason Butler, Author of "The Village Mindset" 46:40

2y ago46:40

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Join Jason Butler, author of “The Village Mindset,” on Dave Hollenbach's show "From Embers to Excellence" to learn how to become a better leader. Jason has 20 years of executive leadership experience and is a keynote speaker and leadership coach. He holds a Master’s in Intercultural Studies, a Doctorate in Leadership from Duke University, and is th…

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Interview with Renowned Speaker and Author Seth Earley on Achieving Higher Operating Performance with AI 51:16

2y ago51:16

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In this episode of "From Embers to Excellence," Dave Hollenbach interviews Seth Earley, a renowned speaker, author, and influencer with over 20 years of experience in Knowledge Strategy, Data and Information Architecture, Search-based Applications, and Information Findability solutions. Seth is the author of "The AI-Powered Enterprise," a book that…

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Jim Knight on Achieving Leadership Excellence with Host Dave Hollenbach 40:48

2y ago40:48

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On this episode, Jim Knight, renowned keynote speaker, author, and training and development expert, is here to discuss his incredible journey of taking organizations from embers to excellence. Jim shares his experience at Hard Rock International, where he led Global Training for two decades, and the methods he used to create and manage staff and ma…

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Dave Hollenbach with Claudia Miller on Rising Up as a Women in Tech Leader 39:01

2y ago39:01

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Introducing "From Embers to Excellence" hosted by Dave Hollenbach and featuring Claudia Miller, a sought-after Career Coach for Women In Tech. With her talents and expertise, Claudia has helped her clients land fulfilling jobs at a senior level, and partnered with companies and organizations in identifying rising stars within their organizations, p…

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Achieving Leadership Excellence with Velma Knowles | From Embers to Excellence with Dave Hollenbach 44:57

2y ago44:57

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Welcome to the "From Embers to Excellence" show with your host, Dave Hollenbach! In this episode, we're joined by Velma Knowles, a leadership expert and membership strategist who works with purpose-driven organizations to drive sustainable growth through membership consulting, leadership coaching and relationship marketing. Velma shares her experti…

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Roy Osing: From Embers to Excellence - A Journey to $1 Billion in Sales with Dave Hollenbach 58:29

2+ y ago58:29

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Join us for an exciting episode with Roy Osing, former president and CMO, as he shares his 40+ years of unmatched executive leadership experience with show host Dave Hollenbach. As the former president of a major data and internet company, Roy's audacious 'unheard-of ways' took the company from its early stage to a $1 Billion in annual sales. Hear …

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Transforming Working Relationships into Great Partnerships with Seth R. Silver, Ed.D., and Timothy M. Franz, Ph.D. 1:04:46

2+ y ago1:04:46

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Join Dave Hollenbach as he sits down with Seth R. Silver, Ed.D., and Timothy M. Franz, Ph.D., authors of "Meaningful Partnership at Work: How the Workplace Covenant Ensures Mutual Accountability and Success between Leaders and Teams". In this episode, Dave explores the concept of transforming working relationships into great partnerships, with a fo…

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Transformational Leadership through Core Presence with Insights from Nicholas Janni 50:06

2+ y ago50:06

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Nicholas Janni, Founder/Director Core Presence, is an expert in transformational leadership, presence, peak performance and innovation. He is also the author of “Leader as Healer.” His book serves the reader as a guide to reaching the highest levels of presence and performance. It is a call to break from the chronically imbalanced ways of thinking …

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From Embers to Excellence Podcast: Special Guest Bryan Gillette on Leadership and Organizational Development 47:00

2+ y ago47:00

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Welcome to the 'From Embers to Excellence' podcast, hosted by Dave Hollenbach. In this episode, we have a special guest, Bryan Gillette, who has over 25 years of experience in Leadership and Organizational Development. With executive and senior-level responsibilities in small and large companies, Bryan has a wealth of knowledge to share. He was a V…

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Transforming Organizations with Data: Insights from Data Literacy Expert Kevin Hanegan 48:23

2+ y ago48:23

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In this episode, join host Dave Hollenbach as he sits down with data literacy expert and author, Kevin Hanegan, to discuss how organizations can use data and analytics to transform and improve performance. From understanding the brain's decision-making process to overcoming implicit bias and groupthink, Kevin delves into the intersection of busines…

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Pro-Wrestler, Comic, Speechwriter: My Interview with Josh Womack, Author 35:28

2+ y ago35:28

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Joshua Womack is the author of 'I'm not a copywriter, but ...: Lessons Learned from a Late Bloomer.' He is a Senior Copywriter who lives in Downtown Cleveland with his wife Lauren, and his dog, Dori. Stand-up comedy. Speechwriting. Pro wrestling? Somehow, these oddball life choices led Josh Womack to copywriting. In his debut book, he talks about t…

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Interview with former British Army PSYOPS Operator, Tim Heale 55:15

2+ y ago55:15

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Tim is the host of the Ordinary People's Extraordinary Stories podcast, #1 best-selling author on Amazon, and 40+ year British Army veteran. 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 K…

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Interview with the Host of the Unlock Your Freedom Podcast, Kevin Kepple 52:22

2+ y ago52:22

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Kevin hosts the Unlock Your Freedom podcast which is ranked in the top 5% of all podcasts globally. He is a Gallup-certified Strengths Coach who has helped thousands of professionals look inside themselves to find clarity, discover what they love, and live a life of freedom. Through weekly episodes, Kevin provides step-by-step training, coaching an…

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Interview with “Financial Alchemy®” author, Morgana Rae 1:03:57

2+ y ago1:03:57

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Morgana Rae is the international #1 best-selling author of “Financial Alchemy®: Twelve Months of Magic and Manifestation.” She is regarded to be the world’s #1 authority on transforming relationship with money. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Yahoo Finance, all the major television networks, Coast to Coast Radio, and she was a rec…

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Interview with Neil Dudley, Host of The Cowboy Perspective Podcast 1:00:03

2+ y ago1:00:03

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Neil is the VP at Pederson’s Natural Farms, a farm with humane, organic, and natural practices. 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 h…

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Interview with Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch, Retired 54:50

2+ y ago54:50

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Oak is the author of the 2021 release, Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be. Based on 40+ years of leadership in the U.S. Army and subsequent civilian positions, Oak highlights principles that will benefit today’s leaders and inspire the leaders of tomorrow. Oak is also a well-known speaker who gives presentations on a v…

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Interview with Ashlee Leppert, Coast Guard Veteran and Author of “The Hurricane Within” 35:35

2+ y ago35:35

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Ashlee is a veteran with 14 years of active-duty service in the United States Coast Guard. Her primary job was an avionics electrical technician and flight mechanic instructor. She flew hundreds of missions during her time with the Coast Guard, rescuing over 100 people throughout her career. She trained over 60 basic aircrewman and flight mechanics…

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Interview with Doug Utberg, Founder & Principal for Terminal Value Consulting 45:07

2+ y ago45:07

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Doug is the host of the Terminal Value Podcast and the Founder & Principal for Terminal Value Consulting. His career began with 20 years of progressive leadership experience in corporate Finance and Technology. He attained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) alongside his wife while both were working full-time. He served in the Marine Corps R…

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Interview with Angie Morgan, Former Marine Corps Officer and Author of “Bet On You” 43:00

2+ y ago43:00

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Angie Morgan is a dynamic, creative thought leader who knows how to unlock the capability and talent of leaders at all levels. 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…

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Interview with Adele Spraggon, Author of “Shift: 4 Steps to Personal Empowerment” 42:04

2+ y ago42:04

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Adele is an award-winning author, a thought leader, and an international speaker and trainer. She has been awarded the 2020 Woman of Inspiration Award, and in 2021, she was recognized as the Top Behavioral Expert of the Year. Her book Shift: 4 Steps to Personal Empowerment has won three awards and is sweeping the globe, transforming how people are …

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Interview with Iseluleko Ma’at El 0 (a.k.a. Kiko Ellsworth) 40:06

2+ y ago40:06

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Ise (ee-say) is an Emmy Award winner, Inspirational Speaker and Men’s Self-Mastery Coach who's the founder of The Divine Man Self-Mastery Coaching Program that trains individuals and teams alike to perform as their highest self, fulfilling his mission of "Once you have YOU, you have everything!" Additionally, Ise has appeared on hundreds of tv show…

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Interview with Stacy Sherman Author, Speaker, and Podcast Host 40:05

2+ y ago40:05

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Stacy Sherman is a Corporate Executive at Liveops, and an award-winning keynote speaker, author, and podcaster focused on Doing Customer Experiences Right as a brand differentiator. She’s created a Heart & Science™ framework that accelerates loyalty, referrals, and revenue fueled by valued and empowered employees and customer service agents. Stacy …

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Interview with Gregory Offner, Keynote Speaker and Performance Expert 46:46

2+ y ago46:46

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Gregory Offner is one of the most in-demand experts on the topic of professional performance, and navigating disruption. His clients include Fortune 100 companies, and he is often asked to keynote at conferences where industry leaders and executives turn to him for new perspectives on how to elevate performance, eliminate disengagement, and make wo…

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Interview with Frank Schwartz, President of the F3 Nation 1:01:50

2+ y ago1:01:50

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Frank is the Founder/President of The Unlocked Man, a leadership development community which guides and equips leaders to remove self-limiting beliefs and connect to their Personal Purpose in order to fulfill their potential and their organization’s mission. He is also the President of F3Nation, an international leadership organization for men with…

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Interview with Dr. Ed Slover, Author of “Q.U.E.S.T. – Navigating the Journey through Life and Business” 1:00:13

2+ y ago1:00:13

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Dr. Slover is a Business Consultant, Certified Transformation Life Coach, Certified Resilience Practitioner, Host of The Quest4Life Podcast, and Founder of Quest Consulting Service, LLC. 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 resili…

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Interview with Audley Stephenson, Commissioner of the National Basketball League of Canada 58:00

2+ y ago58:00

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Audley Stephenson is the Commissioner of the National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada) and has been an energetic ambassador since the league's inception in 2011. NBL Canada has the distinction of being Canada's longest running professional basketball league. He held a variety of roles within the league before unanimously being appointed to …

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Interview with Doug Thorpe, Host of the Leadership Powered by Common Sense Podcast 49:29

2+ y ago49:29

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Doug Thorpe is a performance-driven Senior Executive, Entrepreneur, Board Member, Thought Leader, Army veteran, and Coach with more than 40 years of success in the financial services, executive coaching, oil & gas industries, and small business. Leveraging extensive experience in guiding business transformation for growth-oriented organizations, he…

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Interview with Eric M. Twiggs, President of The What Now Movement 43:19

2+ y ago43:19

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Eric M. Twiggs is a founding partner and president of The What Now Movement. His mission is to build high performing entrepreneurs, authors, and career professionals, who are prepared for life’s unexpected curve balls. He is author of “The Discipline of Now: 12 Practical Principles to Overcome Procrastination.” The Discipline of Now has been recogn…

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Interview with Sherene McHenry, PhD, Author of “Navigate: Understanding the Five Types of People” 1:00:39

2+ y ago1:00:39

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As a former graduate professor with a deep understanding of people, Dr. Sherene McHenry saves companies and organizations the time, money and work it takes to gain such knowledge by sharing simple, achievable steps to obtain the results they desire and deserve. Businesses boost their engagement, productivity and profitability. Individuals enjoy hea…

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