Business Growth Spotlight

In this episode of the Business Growth Spotlight , Heidi interviews Elsa Morgan, founder of The Queenie Effect. Elsa shares how she launched her business during the pandemic and grew it into a seven-figure success. She discusses the importance of personal branding, self-acceptance, and standing out in a crowded market—especially as a female coach serving women over 40. Elsa also reveals how levera...

In this conversation, Heidi interviews Dan Tudor, the president and founder of Tudor Collegiate Strategies, about the unique challenges and strategies in college recruiting. Dan discusses the importance of adapting to new trends, the need for effective communication and marketing strategies to build trust and relationships with potential recruits. The conversation also touches on the significance...

In this episode, we sit down with Blair Cook, a seasoned CFO and co-founder of Executive Finance Partners, to explore the ever-evolving world of finance and executive leadership. Blair breaks down complex financial concepts, shares insights on the rise of AI in decision-making, and reveals the biggest challenges businesses face when scaling. From financial blind spots to building strong partnershi...

Revolutionizing Compliance Training with AI – A Conversation with Avi Singer In this episode, we sit down with Avi Singer, CEO of Showd.me, to explore the ever-evolving world of compliance training. Avi shares his journey from psychology to tech, revealing how Showd.me pivoted in 2017 to meet the growing demand for effective training in highly regulated industries like healthcare. We dive into the...

In this episode, Host Heidi Schalk interviews Cara Heilmann, a career coach dedicated to helping first and second-generation Americans secure executive positions. The conversation explores Cara's journey from corporate executive to career coach, the importance of visibility strategies for coaches, and the evolving role of AI in the coaching industry. Listeners gain insights into effective mar...

In this episode of the Business Growth Spotlight podcast, host Heidi Schalk speaks with Susan DeWoody, president of Strata Leadership. They discuss Susan's journey from academia to leadership development, the importance of character in coaching, and how Strata tailors its programs to meet diverse organizational needs. The conversation also explores the significance of trust in building high-p...

In this episode, Jason shares his journey from teaching to online course development, beginning in higher education before shifting to consulting. He specialized in designing unique learning experiences for companies across various industries. Eight years ago, he founded Jackrabbit Learning Experience to streamline course development and offer scalable solutions. Jackrabbit has worked with diverse...

In this episode, Heidi interviews Kim Barnes, an experienced entrepreneur, leadership expert, and author. Kim shares her journey from working with children with learning difficulties to founding Barnes & Conti Associates, Inc., where she helps businesses create thriving work environments. They discuss the importance of transparency, vulnerability, and alignment in leadership and communication,...

In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight , we dive into the power of experiential leadership with Taylor J. Thomas, co-founder of Impact Initiative. Impact Initiative is redefining leadership development by helping organizations create transformational, experience-driven strategies that drive real cultural change, strengthen team dynamics, and fuel long-term business success. Taylor shares how...

In this episode, Heidi interviews Stuart Chant, a sales expert with Outsell Consulting, a company dedicated to transforming the way businesses approach sales. Stuart shares his journey from leading a sales team of 150 sellers with no standardized sales process to becoming a sought-after sales consultant. He discusses the biggest challenges sales professionals face in connecting with potential clie...

Episode 17:   Redefining Traditional Concepts of Entrepreneurship with Gary Schoeniger Gary Schoeniger is an internationally recognized leader in entrepreneurial mindset education and professional development. His work focuses on redefining traditional concepts of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the mindset and behaviors that optimize engagement and unlock human potential. Gary has been a leading ad...

In this episode, Heidi interviews Christine Hernandez, an experienced entrepreneur and leadership expert who empowers businesses to create thriving work environments. Christine shares her journey from being a young leader struggling with difficult conversations to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach. She emphasizes the importance of transparency, vulnerability, and alignment in leadership...

In this episode,Heidi interviews Chris Crew, the President of the Blue Collar Success Group, a company that helps home service contractors scale their businesses.  Chris shares his journey from being an electrician to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach. He discusses the biggest challenges contractors face when scaling their businesses and how the Blue Collar Success Group helps them over...

In this episode, Heidi interviews Avinash Bansal, the co-founder of Tomo Club, an innovative game-based curriculum for schools. Avinash shares his journey from engineering to entrepreneurship and his motivation behind creating Tomo Club. He discusses the importance of social-emotional learning and how game-based learning can effectively teach these essential skills to students. Avinash also explor...

In this episode, host Heidi interviews Olga Pechnenko, the founder of Revenue Hire, a company that helps businesses hire top-performing sales talent. Olga shares her personal journey from immigrating to the U.S. with just $100 to building a successful career in sales and entrepreneurship. She discusses the common mistakes companies make when hiring sales professionals and offers valuable insights...

In this episode, Heidi interviews Kasim Aslam, a successful entrepreneur and founder of Founded Solutions 8 and Pareto Talent. Kasim shares his insights on the importance of delegation, building a strong company culture, and the benefits of hiring remote talent. He discusses his unique approach to finding and training top talent from emerging nations, and how this has helped him build multiple suc...

In this episode, Heidi interviews Chad Aleo, the founder of High Ticket Sales Academy. Chad shares his journey from door-to-door salesman to insurance agency owner, and how he transitioned into the online space, specializing in high ticket sales. He discusses the key differences between selling low ticket and high ticket items, the mindset shifts necessary to succeed in high ticket sales, and how...

In this episode, Heidi interviews Miriam Chickering. Miriam shares her journey and the mission behind NextGenU, discussing how they leverage technology and partnerships to deliver high-quality education at scale. She also talks about the role of AI in their operations, the challenges of reaching underserved communities, and the strategies they use to grow and sustain their impact. Tune in to learn...

Meet Judy Schoenberg and Linda Lautenberg, the dynamic duo revolutionizing women's career development. As co-founders of EvolveMe, they are transforming how organizations develop and retain female talent and how women navigate their professional journeys in midlife. Their secret weapon? The innovative DARE™ method, a career development approach that is earning rave reviews from clients who de...

In this episode, host Heidi Schock interviews Nisha Tagagala. Nisha shares her insights on the importance of AI education for businesses, and how it can be leveraged to improve productivity and efficiency. She also discusses the challenges of adopting AI, the need for professional training, and the future trends in AI technology. Tune in to learn how businesses can stay competitive in a rapidly ev...

In this episode, Heidi Schalk interviews Jordan Levy. Jordan shares his journey from a confused college student to an innovator in the education space, and discusses the importance of aligning education with industry needs. He also talks about the challenges of scaling an edtech business, the role of AI in education, and the future of work. Tune in to learn how CapSource is bridging the gap betwee...

In this episode, Heidi interviews Hilary Shanahan from Fuel Sales Academy, a unique sales training program that pays participants while they learn. Hilary shares her journey from K12 teacher to sales coach and the importance of passion, resilience, and understanding your target audience in achieving sales success. She also discusses the power of company culture, building relationships, and the nee...

In this episode, Heidi interviews William Minton, the co-founder of Canopy, a professional learning and collaboration platform. William shares his journey from traveling the world to research top-ranked schools to creating a solution for teacher professional development during the pandemic. He discusses the challenges of pivoting in the edtech space, the importance of being responsive to market si...

In this episode, Heidi interviews Sofia Maradiaga, Sales Director for Startup Wars. Sofia shares her journey from banking to sales and how the COVID pandemic led her to pivot her career. She discusses Startup Wars' innovative simulations that empower aspiring entrepreneurs and students to test and grow their business ideas in a safe environment. Tune in to learn about Sofia's sales strat...

In this episode of the Business Growth Spotlight podcast, Heidi sits down with Nader Safinya, the culture branding guy and founder of Black Ribbit. Nadir discusses his unique dual strategy approach to bridging the gap between a company's internal culture and external brand identity. He shares insights on creating "cool jobs for cool people," the importance of aligning employee and c...