Purpose

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Scott Harris. Scott is the founder of Magnetic Real Estate and a two-decade veteran of the New York City residential market, with more than $2 billion in sales to his name. He spent 18 years with Brown Harris Stevens, consistently ranking among the firm's top agents, before setting out on his own in 2025 to build a brokerage more focused...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Adrian Wild. Adrian is a Portland Metro real estate broker with Keller Williams Realty Professionals, specializing in investment properties, ADUs, short-term rentals, and mixed-use residential real estate across Portland, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, and the surrounding area. He works with homeowners, investors, and buyers who want more tha...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Dominic Kuklawood. Dominic serves as Director of Partnerships at Data Speaks, a boutique ad measurement platform built for mid-sized D2C ecommerce brands. The team's focus is on answering the question every marketer eventually asks: how much money are my ads making, and what should I do about it? Data Speaks specializes in the harder-to-m...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Jahnea Lecouris. Jahnea is the Executive Director and founder of Restored & Revived, a peer-led behavioral health organization helping individuals and families impacted by substance use, trauma, and justice involvement find stability, healing, and long-term wellness. Drawing on lived experience, she's grown the organization from a gra...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Mike Hoeflich and Russ Gaiser III. Mike and Russ are both wealth management professionals at Retirement Income HQ of America in Western New York, united by a passion for helping clients achieve financial security. Mike brings a distinctive background in technology, education, and finance — spending twelve years as a teacher before transitionin...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to be interviewed by Imran Haider.   During our call, we discussed The Finding Your Way System™ that I created to help people in transition in their careers who are lacking a sense of meaning and purpose. I also share the personal trials and tribulations that inspired me to coach others through the lessons I’ve learned the hard way.   To learn more about T...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Deshawn Fontleroy.   DeShawn Fontleroy is a highly accomplished sprint coach based in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. He has earned a reputation as one of the most effective sprint coaches in the field, helping athletes to achieve their full potential through targeted training programs that emphasize speed, power, and explos...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Brandon Lee. Based in Alpharetta, Georgia, Brandon Lee is a values-driven entrepreneur, consultant, and author who leverages his extensive background in psychology and organizational development to transform business cultures. After scaling a company to $18 million in revenue and executing a successful unsolicited sale, Lee founded the "S...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Audrey Grant. Audrey Grant is a Los Angeles native with a passion for inspiring others. After earning a full scholarship to play Division I basketball at Portland State University, Shaded spent over ten years co-hosting radio shows and podcasts, building a voice that connects through inspiring storytelling. Shaded also brings experience as a l...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Johnna Loreen. A native of Portland, Oregon, Johnna Loreen is the Executive Director of Minds Matter Portland, a role that marks a full-circle moment in her career as a program alumna and first-generation college graduate. Her professional journey is deeply rooted in her lived experience with educational inequity and economic hardship, driving...

In today's episode, I had the chance to talk with James Shippy. James Shippy is a Portland-based Breaking News Anchor for KOIN 6 and a professional audiobook narrator who specializes in the art of the "career pivot." A Texas native and UCLA graduate, James spent years in Los Angeles pursuing acting and screenwriting before transitioning into journalism during the pandemic. After ris...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Elizabeth Bergen.   Elizabeth Bergen is the Founder and CEO of Foray Business Group, a firm specializing in bookkeeping and business advisory services for small to medium-sized businesses. Based in the Portland and Vancouver area, Elizabeth is a CAAS-certified practitioner and a QuickBooks Advanced ProAdvisor with over 15 years of industry exp...

In today's episode, I had an opportunity to speak with Scott Parker.   Scott Parker is an educator, team-building facilitator, and award-winning comedy performer who helps workplaces find their groove again. With a mix of laughter, learning, and leadership, he helps teams strengthen their culture and reconnect with purpose. Scott holds a master’s degree in education and has led workshops for...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Brant Minor of MaxHoops, a basketball program for young student-athletes. Brant is dedicated to mentoring, developing, and encouraging positive growth in the young student-athletes he works with through his commitment to building programs and opportunities that help them grow. During our call, Brant shared about his journey as an athlete, what...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Jennifer Lowrance. Jennifer has over 15 years of experience in HR and leadership, serving a variety of organizations, including non-profits, food manufacturing, and service to the financial industry, as well as the green energy space, most recently. Her work has encompassed the entire employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, employee...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Imran Haider about his professional journey as a college professor who was also a major contributor in building a multi-location brewery. During our call, we discussed important principles and questions anyone can apply throughout their career journey. We also discussed the Framing Your Experience career exercise, which helps people find clari...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Martin Medeiros, the CEO of The Persuasion Lab. As an experienced attorney and keynote speaker, Martin is focused on helping leaders develop a culture of persuasion, influence, and negotiation expertise in the information age. Drawing on 25 years of experience with deals, disputes, and personal stories, Martin provides attendees at trade shows...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to have my friend Rob Finkelstein back on the show to talk about the importance of building a professional community or network. In the world of AI, it seems like we are moving further away from building real relationships, which is what is making this skill increasingly valuable in the marketplace.   What I appreciate about our time together is hearing Ro...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Mardica Hicks, the Executive Director of the Children’s Community Clinic. The Children’s Community Clinic began in 2005 with a focus on serving socially disadvantaged children with a holistic, quality, and community approach to healthcare. Today, CCC provides high-quality, compassionate healthcare to children from birth to 21 years of age, fro...

In today's episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Ion Craciun of Fee Navigator, an AI-powered merchant statement analysis tool that delivers clarity and confidence to merchant payments professionals, integrated software vendors, financial institutions, and entrepreneurs. During our call, we discussed Ion’s journey of growing up in Romania where he’d work for the government prosecuting bu...

In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Jedidiah Collins about his journey as an athlete and his transition to entrepreneurship. Jedidiah is a former NFL player, certified financial planner, Amazon best-selling author, and adjunct professor of personal finance at Washington State University. After being cut 12 times, Jedidiah went on to become the #1 fullback in the NFL.  During his...

In today's episode, I had a great conversation with Barry Johnson-Smith, the founder of BJS Consulting, a DEI-focused consultancy dedicated to helping businesses and organizations achieve their diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. He launched BJS Consulting after recognizing that many organizations genuinely want to cultivate diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments, but often strugg...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Nicole Codling, a mother and insurance agent focused on helping people protect their family from catastrophic health events. During our call, I had the opportunity to learn about Nicole’s journey as a single mom working as a teacher to transitioning into construction sales and health insurance. What I appreciate about our time together is lear...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to have a discussion with Imran Haider about The Purpose Guide, a resource developed to help individuals clarify their purpose. During the call, Imran and I share stories about our life experiences, while also diving deeper into each of the questions that underpin The Purpose Guide. What I appreciate about our time together is getting an opportunity to sha...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Dr. Gina Guillaume. Born to Haitian parents and raised in the Bahamas, Dr. Gina Guillaume’s journey to medicine is one of perseverance, faith, and a deep commitment to serving others. As a first-generation college graduate, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Barry University in Miami, Florida, and later completed her Master of...