Relationships Rule

Is confidence the secret to successful selling? Jean Wright, a sales confidence coach, joins me to share her passion about helping women break free from the outdated, aggressive sales stereotypes. Jean shares her journey from selling Girl Scout cookies to becoming a sales pro, and how she learned to thrive by building relationships, not just closing deals. Her approach focuses on tapping into your...

What happens when you take a step back to redesign your business — and your life? In this episode, I talk with Donna Cravotta, CEO and Founder of the Cravotta Media Group and the creator of BeVisible.club, who shares how a major reset led her to reimagine her business around intentional visibility and storytelling. Donna explains how she stepped away from her fast-paced marketing career to reevalu...

I am joined, in this episode, by kindness ambassador, life & wellness coach, author and speaker, Tracey Gates. Tracey shares her incredible, year-long mission to send out kindness, one note at a time and offers inspiring insights on how small acts can create profound changes in both the giver and receiver. She helps us imagine what a world filled with people who feel appreciated could look lik...

What’s it like to have a career built on the power of your voice? Earl Thomas knows. He has the perfect nickname for his career journey – he is known as "The Voice,". Earl and I sit down to talk about the world of voiceovers, broadcasting, and public speaking. Earl shares how he got his start, his love for voice work, and how the industry has evolved. We explore his experience in radio and voiceov...

How are AI and social selling changing the way we connect in sales? Join me as I sit down with John Golden, a globally recognized sales and marketing thought leader, to explore the evolving world of sales. John shares how social selling has become an essential part of the sales process, blending relationship-building with smart strategies. He emphasizes that sales today isn’t just about making tra...

What if really listening could transform your relationships, both personal and professional? In this episode, I chat with Deb Porter, a communication expert and founder of Hearing Out Life Drama. Deb is passionate about the power of listening and how it can change the way we connect with others. She believes that what many call soft skills should really be thought of as essential skills, and she s...

Ever wondered how creativity and strategy can take a business from ordinary to extraordinary? In this episode, I sit down with David Saxby, a marketing expert who’s known for thinking outside the box and bringing a fresh approach to business strategies. David explains how creativity is crucial, but without a solid strategy and execution, even the best ideas can fall flat. He shares insights from h...

Join me as I chat with Jill Sherer Murray, an award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and communications expert. Jill shares how her obsession with TED Talks inspired her to give her own talk, "The Unstoppable Power of Letting Go," which now has millions of views. She opens up about how letting go of a long-term relationship helped her build a whole new chapter of her life, inspiring people everywhere...

Ever wonder how a psychotherapist becomes a stand-up comic? In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Elliot Connie, a psychotherapist, author, podcaster, and founder of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Elliot shares his journey from a tough childhood and a stint in marine biology to discovering his passion for helping others through psychology. He talks about how SFBT flips tra...

Have you ever felt stuck in your leadership journey, craving a breakthrough but unsure of where to start? I had the incredible opportunity to interview Kim Ades, the founder of Frame of Mind Coaching and co-founder of The Journal That Talks Back. For over 20 years, Kim has been a trailblazer in the realm of leadership coaching, meticulously fine-tuning a unique coaching approach that has changed l...

Ready to discover the secrets to balancing work and life while reigniting your passion and creativity? Join me for a conversation with Candy Motzek — an author, podcast host, and coach for life coaches. Today, she’s sharing how to stay focused, creative, and present so you can feel recharged and ready for whatever life throws at you. Candy's story is one many of us can relate to: she went from fee...

How does someone go from being a lawyer to a top mentoring expert? Meet Lisa Fain, CEO of the Center for Mentoring Excellence, who shares her unique journey and how she teamed up with her mom, Dr. Lois Zachary, a trailblazer in mentoring. Together, they’re changing what it means to be a mentor by focusing on cultural awareness and the power of mentoring to transform workplaces. Ever wondered how m...

In this episode, we explore the journey of standing out in a crowded marketplace by finding and embracing your unique voice. My guest, Trish Springsteen, shares personal experiences and practical strategies, including two compelling, life-changing moments about overcoming challenges that helped her carve out her distinct identity in her industry. We explore Trish’s journey as an introvert and how...

Kathy McAfee is an executive coach, mentor and multiple book author - known as America's Marketing Motivator. She has built a huge network of clients over 17 years in business, through her purpose-driven work and creating real relationships. Today, Kathy’s work is aimed at helping women and people of color to be culturally aware, be competent, and overcome barriers to leadership. Kathy’s quote: “N...

Jeff Bartsch is an accomplished storyteller and marketing strategist, who built his reputation as a television editor in Hollywood, working with major media outlets. Jeff and I had a wonderful conversation about the power of storytelling for your business. We delve into Jeff’s expertise in the field of storytelling and explore how he has been able to leverage his skills and experience to help subj...

Potential true friends are all around us. The key is to be able to spot them and determine whether they are worthy of YOUR time and devotion. Elizabeth Duncan-Hawker is a master networker who exudes this approach to building relationships. She has proven strategies that make REAL connections and TRUE friends that are indeed worthy – and become allies in business and life. The first time we met I c...

An Inc. 500 CEO - Co-founder of Civilis Consulting - author of Clicksand - Bill Troy is our amazing guest for today’s episode. He is a sought-after speaker on alternative perspectives, having helped global brands like Sony, Disney, and Nestle find new market opportunities for over 25 years. Bill is a Contrarian – and takes a unique approach to the power of building authentic relationships in a cro...

Today, we're diving into the world of press releases and media relations with Mickie Kennedy, the founder and president of eReleases. Celebrating 25 years in the business, Mickie has witnessed the evolution of the press release industry firsthand. Join us as we explore the differences between traditional newswires and article-based newswires, uncover the secrets behind creating newsworthy press re...

Imagine how much stronger your business relationships could be if built on authenticity and trust. Brad Englert, a technology expert with 40 years of experience, is here to enlighten us. Brad and I explore why being real, sincere, and trustworthy is so important when building business relationships. He shares about a project he did for a liquor retail company and how trust and meeting the right pe...

It’s my pleasure, this week, to interview a successful master business coach, trainer, and mentor, Jacob Roig. Jacob is not just your average coach—he’s been around for many years, and has worked with some big names like Laura Langmeier and John Gray, and he's got some incredible stories and tips to share. In our conversation, Jacob reveals everything from how to boost your revenue and nail your p...

In today's episode, I talk with Caroline Crawford, owner of Cultiveight Communications. She’s been rocking the marketing world for 13 years and has valuable insights on how to connect with clients and build those natural relationships that make a business thrive. Caroline has some great tips on training your team to communicate just like you, and she breaks down why an integrated marketing approac...

Today, I have the pleasure of featuring Chantal Cornelius, the founder of Appletree Marketing. Chantal’s deep-seated curiosity has always been her superpower, helping her build amazing relationships in the business world and discovering what makes a great speaker. We dive into Chantal’s unique approach to marketing, which is all about meeting the emotional needs of clients and making genuine conne...

I’m thrilled to welcome back to the podcast, Corey Poirier; an award-winning speaker, and author, to discuss his latest book, The Enlightened Passenger. Corey’s work is all about helping people live enlightened and impactful lives, and this new book is a powerful addition to his body of work. Corey shares the motivation and inspiration that led him to write this book. The main themes of the book i...

Lauren is a thought leader in creating profitable creative strategies for e-commerce brands and a design professional with over 16 years of experience within the digital space. Lauren's passion lies in creating top-performing ad creatives. She has personally led the creative strategy for top brands such as Talentless, Obvi, Autobrush, and many more. We’re going to dive into her journey, her innova...

I'm thrilled to speak to Dr. Keith McNally, a US Marine, educator, and a three-time podcast creator. He opens up about his battles with PTSD, including two attempted suicides and a heart attack. But here's the thing – instead of letting those dark moments define him, he found a way to turn his life around. Dr. Keith shares how COVID-19, which initially plunged him into despair, led him to reach ou...