CEO Blindspots® Podcast

Are you feeling burned out or frustrated as you're trying to figure out how to lead effectively during these times of crisis ? Discover the 5 topics leaders are currently facing that elicit the most criticism (regardless of which decision they make), and 1 quick access point to increasing team performance, without hiring or firing anyone else ! (7 minute episode)  CEO BLINDSPOTS GUESTS: 1000'...

Discover how Dr. Sunail Ramzanali, Co-Founder of H-Town Dental, went from struggling for almost 9 months with no income to having 3 successful dental practices, by "noticing discrepancies" (11 minute episode) ! CEO BLINDSPOTS GUEST: Dr. Ramzanali earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at the University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston in 2007. Before that, he earned his Bachelor of Science de...

Discover how Dr. Medhavi Jogi, Co-Founder of Houston Thyroid & Endocrine Specialists, learned that one of the greatest keys to leading effectively in a time of crisis is to "let them grow"  (15 minute episode) ! CEO BLINDSPOTS GUEST: Dr. Medhavi Jogi, double-board certified adult endocrinologist, recipient of numerous academic awards, Clinical Assistant Professor for the Baylor College of...

Discover why Dr. Bill Blocker (President of CBS-Houston and Board Member of ABHE), claims that during times of crisis it's especially important to seek to understand the other person first. He also reveals several performance-related blindspots (18-minute episode)! CEO BLINDSPOTS GUEST: Dr. Bill Blocker, President of CBS in Houston, TX (which has been nominated several times as "Best Christian Wor...

Discover why Randy Velarde, President of the Plaza Group, thinks it takes a village to succeed and to have effective succession (12 minute episode) ! CEO BLINDSPOTS GUEST: Randy Velarde. He is the President and Founder of The Plaza Group, which is an international petrochemical marketing  headquartered in Houston, Texas. Their accounts include many Fortune 500 companies, major international f...

Discover how David Silver survived the 2008/9 crisis, how he continues to thrive in the current crisis, and which leadership blindspot almost created a new crisis within his company (12 minute episode). CEO BLINDSPOTS GUEST:  David Silver, Principal of The Sterling Group - US.  David. Silver@SterlingGroup-US.com; https://sterlinggroup-us.com/ CEO BLINDSPOTS HOST:  Birgit Kamps, who...

Victor Romero reveals why he recently started his 4th company (in the same industry), and which blindspot he discovered when he had 72 employees (14 minute episode). CEO BLINDSPOTS GUEST:  Victor Romero, CEO of CDA (his 4th company); https://cda.claims/ CEO BLINDSPOTS HOST:  Birgit Kamps. She started and sold an "Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company" and a "Best Company to Work for i...

Discover how Boyana Achovski, Secretary General of Gas Infrastructure Europe (representing 70 companies from 26 countries), learned to lead people more experienced than her, and how she discovered the importance of avoiding burnout ! Previously, Boyana was Chair of the GasNaturally Steering Committee. (16 minute episode) CEO BLINDSPOTS GUEST: Boyana Achovski, Secretary General of Gas Infrastructur...

Discover why in times of crisis, Svetlozar "Zaro" Petrov, CEO of JobTiger in Bulgaria, claims it's important to outsource (to the right company like his, who already has a track record of working with over 30,000 clients worldwide). In this 12-minute episode, he reveals how he discovered his leadership blindspot, and we talk about why he was promoted from civil engineer and COO, to CEO and Board M...

Discover why in times of crisis, Steve claims it's time to reboot ! In this 13-minute episode, he reveals a partnership blindspot, a pandemic blindspot, and why he thinks tech is a red sea and natural food is a blue ocean.  CEO BLINDSPOTS GUEST: Steve co-founded FG Squared (serving companies like Shell and Motorola), founded GoLab Austin, and is now the director at Spoken-Here. To learn more...

Discover why Vita Goodell claims it's important to "cascade messages"  in times of crisis, and why she wants you to know this number: 281-342-HELP (12 minute episode). Vita Goodell is both the CEO of the Fort Bend County Women's Center ( https://fbwc.org/ ), and a Board Member of Brookwood ( https://www.brookwoodcommunity.org/ )  CEO BLINDSPOTS HOST:  Birgit Kamps started and sold a...

Discover why Yifat Cohen, CEO of Viral Connectivity, claims that engaging online is key during these times of crisis. To "turn strangers into clients", click on this link for the free action challenge she is providing next week; https://youtu.be/pLkA-iLnZwo .  And listen to this episode to find out which IBM robot she beat when she was given that challenge, what leadership blindspots she reve...

Discover why Ahmad doesn't fire anyone, and how he supported the government in Punjab in the adjustment of some of their energy industry policies (15-minute episode). Ahmad Shahryar is both the COO and interim CEO of Punjab Energy Holding Company, Energy Department, Government of Punjab. Previously, he has worked as CEO, and has also held senior management positions with Petroleum companies both i...

Discover why Tod Bolsinger PhD, Founder of the Fuller Leadership Platform and Author of Canoeing the Mountains, claims it's important to temper resilience in times of crisis (17 minute episode).   Text the word "uncharted" to 66866, to access Tod's leadership resources (and also to connect directly with him by mentioning this podcast). Note: Tod's new book "Tempered Resilience" will be publis...

Discover how Alan achieved success “wildcatting” in the oil and gas business, and what blindspots he reveals, in this 15-minute episode.  Alan Smith has founded or led 6 companies to successful outcomes for his investors. In 2015, he co-founded Rockcliff Energy with $700 million in private equity commitments, led by Quantum Energy Partners, with the company's focus being on building an u...

Discover why George McGehrin, Founder of Founder of The McGehrin Group, remembers 9-11 during times of crisis (12 minute episode). Besides building 3 successful companies, and completing 9 marathons in various parts of the world, George experienced working at a 9-11 clean-up site for several months (which he describes during our conversation).   In addition, George shares why he founded The M...

In crisis, are you applying IQ + EQ + OQ ?  During this 5-minute episode, I share the IQ + EQ + OQ formula that successful CEO's are currently applying (and why OQ may be your blindspot).   CEO BLINDSPOTS HOST:  Birgit Kamps started and sold an "Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company" and a "Best Company to Work for in Texas", prior to founding Hire Universe LLC. Now she supports...

Discover why Robert L. Zorich, Founder of EnCap Investments, creates a type of gold that produces success even during an energy industry crisis (14 minute episode).  Robert and his founding partners have successfully navigated through various crisis, since they started the firm in 1988 (listen to this podcast to find out more details about how they have done that) ! The firm has raised 21 ins...

Discover how the country of Denmark handled the COVID19 crisis, how it impacted Ammar's business, and why he recommends being a mentor to young people. Ammar co-founded One Unit and Crew Cut with his brother, and last year founded DenmarkReal. https://crewcut.dk/ This is a 16-minute episode. NOTE: To receive a free copy of the "10 Most Common CEO Blindspots", please visit ceoblindspots.com Birgit...

Discover why during the crisis in Mexico, Jorge Arellano García, CEO of the Quirón Group, recommends being like a bamboo, and why he changed his plans to move to the USA (16 minute episode) ! Jorge has been a speaker and trainer for companies like Oracle, IBM, HP, TV Azteca, and KPMG; https://jorgearellano.com/ NOTE: To receive a free copy of the "10 Most Common CEO Blindspots", please visit ceobl...

Dr. Ruth Ollison, President of Ollison/Elserg Associates, knew George Floyd. Discover the blindspots she reveals, and why she hopes the George Floyd incident will be the tipping point for each leader to mentor at least 1 black person - and for us all to bake a new pie with more chocolate (16 minutes).  (drruthollison@gmail.com and 832-721-3663) NOTE: To receive a free copy of the “10 Most Com...

Are you WFO (working from office) or WFH (working from home) ?  During this 5-minute episode, I share examples of 2 possible leadership blindspots and 2 best practice tips regarding going back to doing work from the office. CEO BLINDSPOTS HOST:  Birgit Kamps started and sold an "Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company" and a "Best Company to Work for in Texas", prior to founding Hire Un...

Discover why Terry Looper, CEO and Founder of Texon LP (and Author of "Sacred Pace") claims that pain is a gift (12 minute episode).  www.texonlp.com  https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Pace-Hearing-Aligning-Yourself/dp/0785223371 NOTE: To receive a free copy of the “10 Most Common CEO Blindspots”, please visit www.ceoblindspots.com

Discover why Mark Householder, President of Athletes in Action (whose organization presents the NFL "Bart Starr" award) recommends stepping into disharmony during times of crisis (17 minute episode). athletesinaction.org NOTE: To receive a free copy of the “10 Most Common CEO Blindspots”, please visit www.ceoblindspots.com

Discover why John Llodra, Managing Partner of Mad River Associates, and Founding Principal of New Harbor Financial Group, recommends being conservative during these times of crisis - and playing (15 minute episode). https://www.madriverassociates.com/team/john-llodra https://newharborfinancial.com/about-new-harbor/executive-profiles/ Peak Prosperity; https://youtu.be/b3Aq7ogLA7w NOTE: To receive a...