Evolving Your Workplace

This week host Carol interviews Rasmus Holst, current CEO of Zensai, and “human success” expert best known for being a part of management teams that have delivered exits just short of $1,000,000,000 and raised over $50,000,000 for various businesses. This episode explores the process of growing companies, becoming a CEO, and balancing the priorities of money versus employees.  Rasmus has mana...

"Quiet quitting is doing the bare minimum just to get by from your job." - Rob Swymer  Today, hosts Carol Schultz and Rob Swymer delve into the timely and provocative topic of "quiet quitting." This episode explores the underlying causes and far-reaching implications of quiet quitting in the workplace.  Carol and Rob share personal anecdotes and professional insights to highlight how lea...

This week Carol interviews Wendy Greenland, the CEO of Openforce, a tech platform that specializes in managing commercial relationships between contracting companies and their 1099 independent contractors.   Wendy's career spans nearly 30 years in technology and leadership, with notable successes in building and selling companies like Infosys and Infinity HR. In this episode, they discuss&nbs...

Wellness: "It's up to the individual to be an advocate for themselves" - Rob Swymer   Join hosts Carol Schultz and Rob Swymer as they delve into the vital topic of mental health in the workplace. They share personal stories, practical tips, and valuable insights on navigating challenges, prioritizing self-care, and maintaining a positive mindset. From the Triple A formula to the signific...

In this episode of "Authentically Successful”, Carol engages in a compelling conversation with Steve Hoffman, the CEO of Founders Space and a seasoned expert in startups, venture investing, and authorship. Together, they delve into a wide range of topics, from the potential of AI to the allure of Silicon Valley. Steve walks us through key factors he thinks startups must embody to be funded right n...

The Struggle of Financial Success in the Next Generation: "I mean, look at the people coming up in the next generation of my kids' my kids' ages, and they they don't see a path to success, to own something, to to be in to invest in the stock market or whatever they wanna do. They don't see a path for that." - Rob Swymer   Join hosts Carol Schultz and Rob Swymer as they delve into the ris...

In today's discussion, host Carol Schultz sits down with Kristen Gale, the founder and CEO of The Ten Spot beauty bars, a franchise of “anti-spa” salons. The now 47 beauty salons across North America aim to break through the traditional concept of salons for a fresh and fun experience.   They first delve into her career prior to becoming an entrepreneur, including being fired twice,...

Standing Out in Sales: "How do I make my offering so outstanding that they have to get back to me?...I always say be bold, be brave, be memorable."- Rob Swymer  Join host Carol Schultz and guest Rob Swymer in another enlightening episode of 'Authentically Successful: After Hours' as they tackle the pervasive problem of email and LinkedIn spam in sales outreach. Drawing on their extensive expe...

On this week’s episode, Carol sits down with the visionary entrepreneur and bestselling author, Luis Scott. Luis, who founded 8 Figure Firm Consulting, shares his remarkable journey from starting as a receptionist at a law firm to becoming a managing partner and eventually building a multi-seven-figure business.   He reveals some of the key strategies that led to the tremendous success o...

The Evolution of Workplace Perks: "I have enough gray hair to remember that I would be so grateful to be able to get a cup of coffee in the morning when I went to the office, every day, by the way, with a suit and tie."  In this episode of Authentically Successful: After Hours, co-hosts Carol Schultz and Rob Swymer delve into the intriguing dynamics of tech industry perks, job anxiety, and th...

This week Carol speaks to Eric Boggs, the founder and CEO of RevBoss, a lead generation company focused on outbound prospecting. The two dive into a candid conversation about the importance of honesty in client relationships, the evolution of recruitment processes, and the emphasis on happiness, accountability, and transparency in RevBoss's culture manifesto. Eric shares his story from graduation...

"It's so easy to make a human connection, when you ask about somebody and what lights them up, what are they passionate about." - Rob Swymer In today's episode, our hosts delve into the world of virtual communication and the impact it has on building relationships and trust. They discuss the preferences for different communication methods, Zoom etiquette, and the challenges of maintaining a strong...

On this week's episode, we have remote-work expert Liam Martin. Liam co-founded Time Doctor, a predictive workforce analytics tool for organizations. It predicts actions employees may take (like quitting) so the company can be proactive with solutions.   Carol and Liam delve into a fascinating discussion about time tracking in a remote environment, HR tech, and the reasons why employees...

Join hosts Carol Schultz and Rob Swymer as they discuss career purpose, personal development, and self-advocacy. Discover why finding passion in your profession is key to long-term success, and how to navigate the loyalty dilemma in today's workforce. Don't miss out as we dissect resilience-building, the perception of government jobs, and the influence of media headlines. Find more information abo...

In today's episode, host Carol Schultz sits down with Randy Wootton, the CEO of Maxio, a financial operations platform for B2B SaaS companies. They explore the challenges and triumphs of competing in the B2B tech world, market contractions, and the importance of understanding company capabilities for future growth.   Randy shares invaluable lessons from his past, from transitioning from...

"As you transform your personal life, you will transform your business life." - Rob Swymer Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Authentically Successful: After Hours," where hosts Carol Schultz and seasoned hi-tech sales leader Rob Swymer dive into the intricacies of performance reviews in today's business landscape. With over 30 years of experience, Rob brings a wealth of knowledge to the table,...

On this episode of “Authentically Successful,” we hear from Mitali Saxena, the CEO of Fashom, an AI-powered clothing brand based on body shape designed for busy moms. She reflects on the challenges of rapidly changing markets, the importance of sustainability in the fashion industry, and her advocacy for body positivity, especially in women.   During the podcast, Mitali candidly shares h...

In this episode of "Authentically Successful," previous founder and entrepreneurship expert Joshua Ross shares his candid experience in starting and growing companies to now teaching students how to do it.   From his early days at a healthcare startup to founding his own IT consulting business and navigating the challenges of multiple startups, Joshua offers valuable insights into the wo...

In this insightful episode, host Carol Schultz welcomes Gleb Budman, CEO of Backblaze, a cloud storage and data backup company that competes with industry giants like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft.   The two delve into the founding of Backblaze and the decision-making process behind taking the company public. Gleb shares how his company offers an alternative for those seeking to optimize...

Welcome to another episode of Authentically Successful, where host Carol Schultz has a compelling conversation with the founder of McKie Consultants, Miranda McKie.  In this episode, Miranda shares her journey of building her consulting firm, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy, HR analytics, and inclusive product design.   The two discuss the ongoing challenges o...

In our first episode of 2024, Carol is joined by longtime journalist and founder Jeff vonKaenel. He leads N&R Publications, an organization that utilizes professional journalists to help government and nonprofits tell their stories effectively, simplifying critical issues for impactful storytelling.  They delve into Jeff's fascinating journey, starting with his grassroots advocacy and pol...

"The real leader is the one who does whatever is needed to get that tower done, whether it's sitting there quietly folding something or directing the tower or getting the coffee. It doesn't matter,” Leif Cocks shares. “The real leader supplements whatever he's doing, whatever makes sense to the greater cause and fills in the gaps that is necessary for the team to achieve their goals."  In tod...

"People generally want to do the right thing, but it's hard to figure out what the right thing is when there's 12 different priorities and you can only afford to do three of them." - Mike Rowlands  In today's episode, our host, Carol Schultz, sits down with Mike, president and CEO of Junxion, an international consultancy with a keen focus on sustainability and social impact.   Mike...

“I actually think that’s the case with a lot of women...you just get used to bad behavior and you normalize it.” - Gavriella Schuster  This week, our host Carol Schultz sits down with a renowned figure in the tech industry, Gavriella Schuster. Now a solopreneur, Gavriella was formerly a longtime leader at Microsoft and continued into an extensive career in the tech industry.   Throu...

We are back! For the official return of Authentically Successful , Carol sits down with the CEO of ProcureAbility, Conrad Snover. His company leads the industry in supply-chain solutions.   "I see so often in business... (businesses) don’t create a strategic plan, they don’t have operating principles, and they don’t use it as a road map and manage to it. That’s where people get in troubl...