Leaders Of Tomorrow Podcast

In today, show, Chris interviews Govindh Jayaraman , CEO, Asus Medical Corporation. Govindh shares some of the most powerful attributes that have been instrumental in his staggering success.  Govindh gets into the groove right away by firing away some excellent nuggets. We kick of this special show by discussing how core values like taking responsibility, building trust, and displaying care can he...

In today's show, Chris reveals why setting long-term goals is critical for finding success. As we embark on our professional journey to realize our vision, many of us tend to get bogged down by the initial setbacks.  Losing hope and patience, we stop putting in our best effort. Citing various examples, Chris shares why it’s important to take these failures in our stride, and persevere, no matter w...

In today’s very special show, as we record our 100th podcast, we reflect on the year gone by.  We started this podcast to help us execute our larger vision of co-creating the next generation of leaders.  So, have we been successful in this endeavor?  Chris cites tangible data like downloads, customer retentions, and testimonial to show how this podcast has helped us move one step closer to our goa...

In today’s show, Chris interviews, Jacqueline Bean , District Sales Manager, Pepsico. Jacqueline shares some interesting details about her professional life, and reveals some critical attributes which have contributed to her spectacular success.  Even before joining the Student Works program, Jacqueline was independent and hardworking. However, like many of us at that age, she was frustrated with...

Our today's solo is about failure. Blinded by victories, we fail to realize that failure and victory are two sides of the same coin. Have you experienced disappointment at not scoring a big win right away? Have you felt like hanging up your boots after experiencing a big failure?  If yes, listening to this show will help you reframe your attitude towards failure. Tune in for some excellent insight...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Jeremy O’Krafka , Learning Advisor at Learngistics & Founder, MENTORnetwork . Jeremy shares his eventful professional journey and reveals some of the most important lessons that his many successes and failures have taught him over the years. This show starts with Jeremy recalling his days as Student Works Operator. His first year, Jeremy shares was a difficult one...

In today's powerful solo, Chris shares some effective tips for overcoming mental exhaustion to fulfill your professional commitments.  Feeling stress at work? Maybe you are dealing with a difficult boss. Or, maybe you are experiencing relationship problems that are impacting your mental health. All of us have our own share of worries that threaten to affect our productivity.  In today's show, Chri...

In today’s show, Chris interviews  Kyle Pinnell , Channel Partner Manager, Top Hat . Kyle shares some interesting details about his work experiences, and reveals how clear prioritization and time-management has allowed him to strike a good work-life balance. In the first segment of this show, Kyle recalls his life before Student Works. Always possessing an entrepreneurial streak, Kyle was percepti...

In today's short but powerful solo, Chris highlights the importance of being a good and attentive listener. Because our mind is preoccupied with our problems, we often fail to fully register what the other person is saying. Good listeners, Chris points out are far more likely to have successful personal and professional relationships.  If you feel that you need to work on your listening skills, th...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Roland Thoms , Owner, Varsity Painting and Student Works Painting. Roland shares some interesting anecdotes from his eventful career, and reveals some crucial attributes that have contributed to his success. This show starts with Roland recalling his life before Student Works. Always possessing an entrepreneurial streak, Roland took up odd jobs even as a teenager....

In today’s short but insightful solo, Chris shares some excellent networking tips that will help professional and young entrepreneurs alike. Courtesy his many years in business, Chris has a powerful network of entrepreneurs and professionals who hold him in high regard. How many successful people do you know who are willing to do business with you? In today’s show, Chris shares some excellent tips...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Jason Reid , Co-Founder, National Services Group . Once homeless, how did Jason manage to evolve into a successful serial entrepreneur? He reveals his life journey, and his most crucial learnings from his successes, and more importantly his failures. This show starts with Jason recalling his life as a teenager. Like many of us in our formative years, he had little...

In today's thought-provoking show, Chris explains how you can build an alluring brand that stands the test of time.  Listeners will learn that why customer satisfaction is the only way to build a brand. Citing his own example, Chris shares the different systems via which Student Works is delivering the best possible customer experience.  Tune in for some excellent brand building tips!    Resources...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Bob Repovs , President & CEO, Samco Machinery . Bob shares how you can overcome some of the biggest challenges of managing a large, manufacturing business via effective communication, delegation, and diversification. This show starts with Bob recalling his life before Student Works. Like many of us, as a teenager, Bob was also unsure about what he wanted to do wit...

In today's short but insightful show, Chris reveals the best way to deal with competition. Excessive focus on a competitor is immensely detrimental to your performance and business. Citing his example, Chris shares how focusing on his own business has allowed him to develop solid systems and training methodologies over the years. Apart from this, will a firm focus on yourself help you discover mor...

In today’s show, Chris interviews  Greg Kuchma , real estate broker, Royal LePage Burloak . As of today, Greg is one of the top 1% agents in his company, an organization dominated by 60-year olds. How did Greg achieve this amazing success in such a short time? Tune in to hear his incredible story. This show starts with Greg sharing details about his life before Student Works. Low on confidence, Gr...

In today's show, we reveals why modeling the masters and even your competition is the best way to upskill and gain traction in your business. We have, in the past, repeatedly discussed the important of continuous learning and skill upgradation. Today, Chris shares some common sense approaches for achieving this goal.  Citing his own example, Chris shares how he relies on podcasts, books, conferenc...

In today’s show, Chris interviews  Dan Sharp , President, and CEO, Infoware Canada Inc . From a Student Works operator to being the CEO of a successful technology company, Dan’s story is that of grit, dynamism, and persistence.  We start this show with Dan sharing some interesting details about his life before joining Student Works. Was Dan always focused and hard-working? And, what were some of h...

In today's thought-provoking show, Chris shares why it is crucial for young entrepreneurs and professionals to work in an organization offering unique products and services that are likely to stand the test of time.  As the young people of today transition from student life to professional life, often they end up making hasty and incorrect professional decisions. In today's show, Chris shares how...

In today’s show, Chris interviews  Brian Spek , Sales Director, Moveworks . Brian gives listeners a “peek” into the work culture at Dell and Microsoft, and shares some important learnings from his long career. Growing up in a rural area, Brian, like many of us was quite directionless. Perhaps that is why he ended up studying Linguistics, a choice he now thoroughly regrets. Brian also reveals his b...

In today's show, Chris takes some time out from his busy recruitment season to discuss the importance of training? Sadly, even in today's day and age, many organizations overlook the importance of a standardized training program. Can you really expect to find entrepreneurial success without investing adequate efforts into training? To answer this question, Chris shares how the training ideology at...

In today’s show Chris interviews,  Jon England , VP of Parity, Inc. Jon reveals some interesting details about his career and highlights some crucial values and habits which have been the key drivers of his success. This show starts with Jon recalling his life before Student Works. Like many of us, John lacked clarity in his formative years. Only when he turned 18, did he start contemplating the l...

In today's show, Chris talks about challenging the system by striving for constant, never-ending improvement. Citing his own example, Chris reveals the various ways via which he seeks feedback from clients and peers. Listeners will learn how this process of critical self-evaluation and continuous improvement has allowed Student Works to provide a commoditized service in a commoditized industry. Tu...

We have a special show for you today. For the first time, Chris is joined by three ex-Student Works operators –  Adel Jawhary ,  James Svetec , and  Matthew Andrews . Adel, James, and Matthew share their entrepreneurial journey so far and reveal some main attributes that have driven their success. This show starts with Adel, James, and Matthew sharing some interesting details about the companies t...

In today’s show, Chris interviews  Merv D’Souza , Director of Sales and Marketing, meshMD Inc. Merv shares critical attributes that will help the leader of tomorrow find success in today’s day and age. This show starts with Merv sharing his background information. Coming from a highly educated, Merv had little inclination for business in his formative years. Listeners will learn how attending busi...