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Your host Brian Brogen shares tips and tidbits from the Listen Up Communication workshop. What is effective listening? How to establish the number of communication channels on team. Give everyone and every personality type a voice. brianb@buildcs.net https://buildcs.net

Our guest in this episode is Lata Hamilton from Passion Pioneers. As the Founder & CEO, Lata has worked on changes that have impacted over 100,000 people, global cultural transformations, operating model changes, and digital transformation. Lata and I talked about her expertise and wisdom in change management. We also talked a lot about leadership, the 5 levels of leadership, convincing people to...

Our guest in this episode is Andrea Hoffman from Culture Shift Labs. As the Founder and CEO, she is also a co-author of two books: Black is the New Green and 50 Billion Dollar Boss. Andrea and I talked about her expertise which is diversity and innovation. We also talked about concepts that signify the transformative nature of taking action, leadership, narrowing down problems, and making huge imp...

On this episode Brian interviews the best selling author Bob Burg on his book The Go Giver. Bob has great insights on shifting your focus from getting to giving. The five laws that are shared in the book, Excellence, Consistency, Empathy, Appreciation and Attention. You can visit Bob's website www.burg.com. Thanks for listening, please subscribe, give us an honest rating/review and share with...

Our guest in this episode is Richard Yeargin from Richard Yeargin Enterprises, LLC. He is a transformational keynote speaker who uses his life experience and powerful storytelling to inspire his audiences. Richard and I talked about his mission to inspire others and help them have a brighter perspective in life. We also talked about leading people's growth and achieving collective success. Lea...

Our guest in this episode is Dennis Odisho from Barton Malow. Dennis is a Business Strategy Senior Manager with 25 years of experience in the Construction Industry. He shared some wonderful insights about the new generation of leaders and how the old generation is bridging the gap between them. We also talked about the attributes of a good leader and the importance of acquiring and applying them t...

Captain Ryan Batchelor is a military officer in the United States Navy. He is a leadership consultant with 26 years of leadership experience, currently leading a unit of 250 people located on-site with a major defense contractor. “Batch” is also a certified Change Your World facilitator for John Maxwell and a Working Genius facilitator. On this episode Ryan and Brian discuss their involvement in t...

Sean Fahey is the founder and CEO of Vidcruiter, a company focused on streamlining the recruiting process and reducing the time to hire qualified candidates. Listen in as we discuss, leading through example, learning about leadership from successful people, adapting new solutions and much more... Sean gives us the example of “plugging into people doing great things” Please listen, subscribe, and s...

Michelle Mras is an award-winning, internationally recognized speaker. She is a number one bestselling author, an intuitive leader, a wife and mother who has been stirring audiences into action through a compelling message of self-leadership, resilience and living a life of intention. Listen in as we discuss embracing the toddler mindset, rising up after a fall, and how Michelle is known for creat...

On this episode our guest is Ananth Prasad the President of the Florida Transportation Builders Association. Ananth has extensive experience in creating solutions through collaboration. Listen in as we discuss getting the most from your association membership, making sustainable investments in infrastructure, recognizing key stakeholders and encouraging developing win-win scenarios. Please subscri...

Our guest for this episode is Matthew Winklestine, President and Owner of Engaging Perspectives. Matthew and his team help complex customers grow and thrive in the modern market. On this episode we have a conversation about mentoring, leadership, accountability and the shared goals of an employer and employee. Listen in as we discuss aligning company goals with individual goals, techniques for dev...

Our guest for this episode is Velma Knowles. Velma is a coach, trainer, speaker. She is the best-selling author of The Valuable Leader. Brian and Velma discuss the value of a heart influenced purpose. Velma proposes the question: Imagine a world where everyone knows their value, where you are aware of your value. Learning your leadership gifts is a great way to become a valuable leader and share y...

Enrique Acosta Gonzalez is the CEO of Triad Leadership Solutions, his focus is on leadership and the development of others. He is also a best-selling author, award winning podcast host and my friend. On this episode Enrique shares lifelong leadership lessons from his experience as a Navy veteran, corporate program manager and his exposure to world class leaders he interviews on the Developing The...

On this episode I ask myself the question I have asked hundreds of people both on my podcast and while talking about Voices For Leadership the Anthology book series I founded. I give you my thoughts on the importance of a clear vision, why character is essential to leadership, how important is attitude in leadership and life, and how trust can be the bridge to achieving your goals. Please subscrib...

Brian Covey is the Founder of Covey Holdings and EVP at Revolution Mortgage. Over the last 2 decades Brian has been building and leading multi-billion-dollar teams. Covey is an authority in driving consistent results and building high performing teams. Brian is a contributing author to the Voices For Leadership Series. On this episode Brian discusses how the best producer may not be the best leade...

On this episode Brian interviews Jessica Cox, she is well known for becoming a pilot in spite of being born with no arms. She is also a business owner, international speaker and Taekwondo instructor. She is an inspiration to all and says we all have challenges, some physical, some internal from our self conscious and some external from our environment. Jessica encourages us that disability doesn't...

Helen Fanucci is an MIT-trained engineer who has built her reputation and career managing teams responsible for billions of dollars of quota. She is the best-selling author of Love Your Team, A Survival Guide for Sales Managers in a Hybrid World. Listen in as Helen shares how to get comfortable with using love in business. Helen answers questions on the secrets to retaining talent in 2022 and what...

Our guest for this episode Brian Smith is founder IA Business Advisors and best-selling author of Individual Influence: Find the “I” in Team. Listen in as Brian answers the question: What is individual influence? When asked the definition of leadership Brian stated: Leadership is non hierarchical, you don’t have to be the CEO to be a leader. Brian also shares the adage slow down to go further and...

Today’s guest is Dan Dominguez Chief Growth Officer of the WHY Institute. When asked about his definition of leadership, Dan responded: leadership is a unique responsibility, very few people want to be leaders. Caring for those you lead is an amazing step to developing a positive impact. Listen in as Dan shares how the WHY Institute asks individuals are you aligned with your passion? Discovering y...

Our guest for this episode is Brian Sanders market leader for COhatch a work and social space built in communities and designed so that coworking members can flourish. Brian is a Tampa Bay, FL native, he and his wife are raising 6 kids and are deeply committed to the wellbeing of their community. Brian has helped start hundreds of missional enterprises and businesses all over the world. On this ep...

It is a pleasure to have Bert Thornton for part two of our interview. Bert is the President/ COO – Vice Chairman Emeritus of Waffle House. As President and COO Bert felt his number one priority was investing in the development of others to produce quality leaders within the Waffle House management team. Bert understood that you can accelerate your career and improve your success with a mentor. Att...

Are you familiar with the Waffle House Index? After Hurricane Ian devastated the peninsula of Florida Brian interviewed Bert Thornton President/COO – Vice Chairman Emeritus of Waffle House. Listen in as Bert describes the Waffle House Leadership model, how serving in times of need is a top priority for the Waffle House team. The team is dedicated to keeping their stores open to provide food and a...

Matt Abrahams is a passionate, collaborative, and innovative educator and coach. He teaches essential strategic communication at Stanford University. Matt also helps people improve their presentation and communication skills. Matt is the host of Think Fast, Talk Smart podcast. On this episode Matt shares ideas for crafting your message to the audience and communicating effectively as a leader. He...

David Ousley learned servant leadership at an early age, his mother made many sacrifices as a single parent to raise her children and prepare them for life. Serving 18 years in management and leadership with the #1 insurance company in Florida prepared David for his newly launched leadership development company. David challenges businesses to improve their teams, leading to phenomenal industry dis...

Oscar Trimboli is on a quest to create 100 million Deep Listeners. He is an author, host of the Apple award-winning podcast Deep Listening and a sought-after keynote speaker.  Listen in as Oscar teaches us the importance of developing deep listening skills. Learn how to ask clarifying questions that increase your retention and show that you value what others are saying.  Consider where t...