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How do you approach change? In this week's podcast, guest host Steve Schlesinger shares his thoughts about setting yourself up for success when taking steps toward change. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

New year, new goals! In this week's podcast, Merrill shares from his list of goals for the new year. What is one of your goals for 2023?  View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

For the final episode of 2022, Merrill reflects on the past three years of his podcast and looks to your input as he focuses on 2023. View a transcript of this podcas t. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

Have you or a loved one fallen victim to the latest phone scam? In this week's podcast, Merrill shares a warning about the latest elaborate scheme that affected someone in his family. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

During the World Series in October, Astros pitcher Justin Verlander suffered a tough loss to the Phillies, in one of the most important games in his career. His performance after that game should inspire all of us, which Merrill explains in this week's podcast. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transc...

Companies are always looking for ways to improve customer experience. In this week's podcast, Merrill shares about something new he noticed in a restaurant drive-through and why he thinks it will be the next trend for fast food companies. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or le...

GPS technology is making cars smarter, helping us navigate our world. In this week's podcast, Merrill shares his thoughts on how such technology in our cars can also help us by monitoring our speed. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

Today's topic is actually based on a quote sent on a postcard. In this episode, Merrill discusses what friendship means to him. What does it mean to you? View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

In your experience, has someone on your team said to you, "We'll make it up in volume?" In this week's podcast, Merrill discusses this concept and why we sometimes end up spinning our wheels in challenging situations. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

This week, the On the M/A/R/C podcast is pleased to welcome guest host Scott Sabin, Senior Manager of Retail Insights in Health & Wellness at Walgreens. As we focus on giving thanks this season, Scott also provides a good reminder to show gratitude in our professional world as well. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate...

We all make mistakes, but how do we grow from them? In this week's podcast, Merrill shares about an empty bottle of tea he keeps in his refrigerator, and why. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

There are many rivalries in baseball - Yankees versus Red Sox being one of the biggest. But sometimes you have to root for a player despite the team. In this week's podcast, Merrill discusses how one rival player's historic quest had him cheering in the stands. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transc...

Have you heard of LIV Golf? In this week's podcast, Merrill discusses this new league and ponders which other sports might also establish a LIV league. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

When you think about gratitude, who comes to mind? That is the question posed by Merrill in this week's podcast, as he discusses the concept of a wall of thanks. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

Tennis legend Billie Jean King said, "Pressure Is a Privilege." What is your take on that quote? In this week's podcast, Merrill puts those 4 words into context regarding hard work and sacrifice. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

Do you like to hit the ground running each day? In this week's podcast, Merrill shares how accomplishing things first thing in the morning sets him up for success the rest of the day. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

Consistency is important when it comes to business. In this week's podcast, Merrill shares some recent experiences with inconsistent service and why it's important to strive to be consistent with your customers and clients. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

Merrill loves to discuss strategies that can move businesses forward. In this week's podcast, however, he shares about a recent experience at a restaurant, specifically about one of their business practices that bothered him. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

How many sports players' shirts do you have in which the player now plays for another team, not the team you have the shirt with? In this week's podcast, Merrill talks about a discussion with a friend that inspired an idea for supporting your favorite players even when they switch teams. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurat...

Do most people have the capacity or desire to keep learning and improving? In this week's podcast, Merrill shares his thoughts on how to become a lifetime learner. View a transcript of this podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

This week, Merrill welcomes guest host Brad Seipel, Executive Vice President and Group Director of Account Management at M/A/R/C, who reflects on some important life lessons he realized while on a recent family trip to Machu Picchu.     View a transcript of this podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48...

Many of us have memories of going to the baseball game as kids. Today, we can still go to a game, but some of traditions have changed or gone away. In this week's podcast, Merrill talks about a favorite childhood experience that he hopes the leagues will bring back for future generations of baseball fans. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delive...

How do you incorporate creativity when training your sales teams? In this week's podcast, Merrill shares one of his all-time favorite inventive ideas when training a new hire in sales. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

When you live far away from family or friends, you have to get creative in how you spend time with them. In this week's podcast, Merrill shares how turned a phone call into a friendly competition with the help of a classic dice game. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

In your experience, how often do you hear a speech that was made better by a great presenter? In this week's podcast, Merrill shares his list of  best practices to help presenters leave a great impression.  View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.