Extraordinary America

In this episode, Michael Owens, a seasoned business consultant and Global Managing Partner for the Central America Region at the Strategic Advisor Board, shares his journey from founding MACO Consulting Group to becoming a strategic advisor, emphasizing the importance of a calm mindset in overcoming challenges. He discusses the traits contributing to success and the key elements of a thriving busi...

In this episode, Michael Owens, a seasoned business consultant and Global Managing Partner for the Central America Region at the Strategic Advisor Board, shares his journey from founding MACO Consulting Group to becoming a strategic advisor, emphasizing the importance of a calm mindset in overcoming challenges. He discusses the traits contributing to success and the key elements of a thriving busi...

In this episode, Carey shares her personal story and how the tragic losses of her husband and son shaped her mission to help others find purpose through despair. Carey delves into the importance of evolving a strategic vision for one's life, emphasizing the need to find a personal "why" as a guiding force. The discussion touches on the challenges of navigating social media, the impact of isolation...

In this episode, Carey shares her personal story and how the tragic losses of her husband and son shaped her mission to help others find purpose through despair. Carey delves into the importance of evolving a strategic vision for one's life, emphasizing the need to find a personal "why" as a guiding force. The discussion touches on the challenges of navigating social media, the impact of isolation...

In this episode, Dr. Vince Lindenmeyer, a retired Colonel and Principal of Beacon 4sight Group, shares his journey from military service to becoming a prominent figure in economic development and education. He discusses his dual venture into cryptocurrency and entrepreneurship, explaining the basics of cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin, and contrasting physical gold with digital gold. The conversa...

In this episode, Dr. Vince Lindenmeyer, a retired Colonel and Principal of Beacon 4sight Group, shares his journey from military service to becoming a prominent figure in economic development and education. He discusses his dual venture into cryptocurrency and entrepreneurship, explaining the basics of cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin, and contrasting physical gold with digital gold. The conversa...

In this episode, Linda explores her transition from the corporate world to a career centered on social impact and leadership. She discusses the vital role of community in fostering leadership and how her vision has evolved to support extraordinary women leaders worldwide. The conversation delves into social impact entrepreneurship, highlighting the balance between profit and purpose and clarifying...

In this episode, Linda explores her transition from the corporate world to a career centered on social impact and leadership. She discusses the vital role of community in fostering leadership and how her vision has evolved to support extraordinary women leaders worldwide. The episode covers the differences between nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises, explores funding options, including gra...

Kris emphasizes the importance of starting early with Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policies and using Equity Index Annuities for older individuals. She advocates for ongoing financial literacy and overcoming procrastination to achieve financial security. Kris explains the benefits of tax-free and tax-deferred investments, such as Indexed Universal Life insurance, and the necessity of having a rain...

In this podcast episode, guest Kris Miller, a seasoned advisor with over three decades of experience and author of "Ready for PREtirement," shares her insights on wealth investment strategies and retirement preparation. Kris emphasizes the importance of starting early with Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policies and using Equity Index Annuities for older individuals. She advocates for ongoing financ...

In this podcast episode, guest Carol Carpenter is a successful entrepreneur, actress, stuntwoman, and motorcycle race enthusiast. The discussion covers her unique background as a first-generation child of Taiwanese immigrants, her journey from a STEM-oriented career path to entrepreneurship, and the challenges she faced in male-dominated industries. Carol shares insights into balancing the masculi...

In this podcast episode, guest Carol Carpenter is a successful entrepreneur, actress, stuntwoman, and motorcycle race enthusiast. The discussion covers her unique background as a first-generation child of Taiwanese immigrants, her journey from a STEM-oriented career path to entrepreneurship, and the challenges she faced in male-dominated industries. You can hear the full episode on Thursday, Octob...

In this podcast episode, seasoned marketing expert Ira Bowman dives into key challenges and strategies for new business owners navigating the SEO landscape. He highlights the primary roadblocks, such as time constraints and the complexity of SEO concepts, underscoring the need for increased awareness about SEO's significance. Bowman draws an analogy between traditional 1950s marketing methods and...

In this podcast episode, seasoned marketing expert Ira Bowman dives into key challenges and strategies for new business owners navigating the SEO landscape. He highlights the primary roadblocks, such as time constraints and the complexity of SEO concepts, underscoring the need for increased awareness about SEO's significance. You can hear the full episode on Thursday, October 10th Learn more about...

Do you want to understand how humility and financial education can lead to entrepreneurial success? In this podcast episode, David Peters underscores the importance of adaptability and the willingness to learn from mistakes when starting a business. He emphasizes that passion should be the primary driver rather than the pursuit of money. He highlights humility as a key factor for entrepreneurial s...

David Peters underscores the importance of adaptability and the willingness to learn from mistakes when starting a business. He emphasizes that passion should be the primary driver rather than the pursuit of money. He highlights humility as a key factor for entrepreneurial success, enabling individuals to receive and act on feedback while warning that arrogance can lead to downfall by blocking nec...

In a compelling podcast episode, Dan Brech, from his background in journalism to founding BizHack Academy, shares insights on AI's transformative impact on small businesses and society. Emphasizing the fusion of passion, skills, and market demand as one's "ikigai," Brech underscores the enduring power of storytelling in business, drawing inspiration from Joseph Campbell's frameworks. AI emerges as...

In a compelling podcast episode, Dan Brech, from his background in journalism to founding BizHack Academy, shares insights on AI's transformative impact on small businesses and society. Emphasizing the fusion of passion, skills, and market demand as one's "ikigai," Brech underscores the enduring power of storytelling in business, drawing inspiration from Joseph Campbell's frameworks. You can hear...

Annemarie Cross shares her remarkable journey from growing up on a farm to becoming a prominent figure in the world of podcasting. She emphasizes the importance of overcoming setbacks and maintaining the right mindset, drawing from her experiences of resilience and strategic vision. Annemarie delves into the trust factor in business partnerships, highlighting the significance of formal agreements,...

Annemarie Cross shares her remarkable journey from growing up on a farm to becoming a prominent figure in the world of podcasting. She emphasizes the importance of overcoming setbacks and maintaining the right mindset, drawing from her experiences of resilience and strategic vision. Annemarie delves into the trust factor in business partnerships, highlighting the significance of formal agreements,...

Beginning with gratitude towards Dr. Dave for sharing his insights, we explore his background and upbringing, tracing his transition from a focus on science and technology to a passion for supporting people in business. Dr. Dave shares strategic career decisions influenced by mentors and personal challenges, including overcoming weight issues and health obstacles. Through his experiences, he empha...

Beginning with gratitude towards Dr. Dave for sharing his insights, we explore his background and upbringing, tracing his transition from a focus on science and technology to a passion for supporting people in business. {You can hear the full episode on Thursday, September 12th} Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kim shares her remarkable journey from starting as a hairdresser at 15 to becoming an accomplished executive coach and transformational leader. Throughout her career, she transitioned from the hairdressing industry to financial services and IT, navigating challenges such as severe allergies and setbacks with resilience and determination. Kim emphasizes the importance of strategic vision, outlining...

Kim shares her remarkable journey from starting as a hairdresser at 15 to becoming an accomplished executive coach and transformational leader. Throughout her career, she transitioned from the hairdressing industry to financial services and IT, navigating challenges such as severe allergies and setbacks with resilience and determination. {You can hear the full episode on September 5th} Learn more...

Dr. Matt discusses his diverse background, spanning the defense industry to self-driving cars. Dr. Matt shares insights into his strategic vision and career evolution, emphasizing the importance of working on endeavors larger than oneself. He delves into balancing personal desires as an investor and corporate leader, addressing imposter syndrome and the fear of discomfort. He highlights essential...