Leaders Of Tomorrow Podcast

In today’s show, Chris interviews Fahd Allhattab , entrepreneur and keynote speaker. Fahd shares some crucial elements which can help leaders achieve the audacious goal of building a billion-dollar business. This show starts with our guest, Fahd’s sharing his background information. Originally from Kuwait, Fahd moved to Canada when he was in grade 8. Even at a young age, Fahd reveals he was deeply...

In today’s solo, Chris discusses the importance of having a powerful network of people. Chris was inspired to do this show after a Student Works network in Cancun, Mexico. Seeing some of the most successful Student Works leaders hobnobbing together reminded Chris how a powerful network of people can is the surest way to gain traction in your career. So, do you have a network of trusted people with...

In today’s show, we interview  Chris O’Rourke , Vice President of Sales and Business Development at UCIT/Stealth Monitoring. Chris reveals how you can script extraordinary success stories by fulfilling the needs of emerging needs in the market. This show starts with Chis recalling his life as a teenager. Before joining Student Works, Chris had a particularly difficult time enrolling into universit...

In today's powerful solo, Chris shares how you can embark on a journey of self-improvement.  Chris, just back from a Student Works meetup in Cancun, reveals how he was amazed by the energy levels of the participants. Even bad weather could not diminish this enthusiasm.  So, are you someone similar who loves to play full out? Are you always looking forward to the next big challenge? If yes, you mig...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Jamie-Lee Bongard , Team Leader, Keller Williams Experience. Jamie shares some of the best practices which make Keller Williams a force to reckon with within the real estate space. This shows starts with Jamie recalling her life before Student Works. As a teenager, like many of her Student Works counterparts, Jamie, a motivated individual was always up for a good...

Today's show is about inspiring a shared vision. How do you ensure that your grand vision trickles down and motivates every employee in your organization?  Chris, on the Leaders of Today podcast has often talked about his vision for Student Works. He wants to have a transformation impact on Canadian business by creating the next generation of business leaders. How does Chris ensure that his distri...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Simon Miller , Director of Customer Success at Workday Canada . Simon shares the most important attributes which enabled him to overcome personal challenges and rise through the corporate ranks. This show starts with Simon sharing his background information. Growing up in abject poverty and being subjected to emotional and mental abuse by his step-father fueled Si...

In today's solo, Chris shares that leaders have the added responsibility to set an example for their entire team. Citing a popular leadership book, Chris points out that modeling is the best and only way to teach good values and habits to your team.  While many shy away from this additional "burden", Chris encourages listeners to develop a mindset where the mantle of leadership pushes you to perfo...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Ahmed Nassrat , Financial Controller, Just Us! Coffee Roasters Co-operative & Founder, Atlantic Adventures Divers . Ahmed shares some interesting details about his work and business and reveals some crucial attributes which allow him to lead a rich and wholesome life. This show starts with Ahmed sharing his background information. Having moved from Egypt in 2004,...

In today's short but insightful solo, Chris talks about a topic that is not often associated with leadership and business - humility. Humility, Chris points out is a hallmark of truly great, "Level 5" leaders. So, how can leaders ensure that their feet stay firmly rooted to the ground? Chris recommends a two-pronged approach. First, Chris shares that when something good happens, leaders should "lo...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Sean, another immensely successful Student Works alumni who is currently employed with Purolator. Shaun, a huge proponent of clean technology, shares his varied experiences and reveals some excellent tips for young entrepreneurs. This show starts off with Sean recalling his life before Student Works. Always interested in personal development, Sean was quite frustr...

In today's short solo, Chris shares the oldest and perhaps the most important commandment at Student Works - "Help operators make money". Often, profit is associated with greed, and there are many business owners who are not motivated by money alone. Chris, however, has a different take on this. Chris points out that profit is the reward for providing an amazing service in an ethical manner. In fa...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Rob Friday , Managing Principal, Predictive Success . Drawing from his own experience, Rob shares some powerful lessons guaranteed to help young entrepreneurs and professionals find success. This show starts with Rob sharing his background information. As a kid, Rob always had an entrepreneurial edge and got involved in a variety of creative business ventures. As...

In today's solo, Chris talks about the power of focus. Lack of focus means diverting attention from critical tasks that demand your best efforts. But, how do you ensure that you remain free of such distractions? In this show, you will learn the importance of taking considered decisions, and saying "no" more often. Tune in to this powerful solo now!   Resources:  Student Works   Chris Thomson Linke...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Andrea Lehman , Business Development Manager, Traction on Demand. In this show, Andrea shares some key attributes which can help you enjoy continued success in your career, This show starts with Andrea recalling her life before Student Works. Possessing a strong independent streak, Andrea was always friendly and gregarious. Listeners will learn how the Student Wor...

In today's solo, Chris reveals his communication strategy which results in greater collaboration and success. A common trait among entrepreneurs, Chris points out, is that they hate being told what to do. To deal with this, Chris adopts a "show-no-tell" communication strategy. In this show, listeners will learn why documentation and collaboration are key to a successful communication strategy. Tun...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Dr. James Whilans from LifeWorks Family Chiropractic . A former Student Works operator, James reveals how you can set up and manage a successful service business. This show starts off James recalling his life before Student Works. Typical of most teenage kids, James entrepreneurial ambitions were thwarted by his lack of skills. Working on minimum wage made James r...

In today's show, we discuss our tendency to settle for "OR" rather than aiming for "AND". Bogged down by the pressures of work, are you cutting down on your family time? Or, maybe not exercising as much as you should be? Chris urges listeners to lead rich, wholesome lives instead of boring, one-dimensional ones. So, how do you come up with a plan and do everything that you consider important? Can...

In this show, Chris interviews, Marc Langelier , Development Director, M&H Advertising, and Owner, Orangetheory Fitness. Marc shares his career journey and reveals how people skills have helped him along the way. This show starts with Marc recalling his life as a student. Marc, a graduate of Carleton University was an excellent hockey player as well. He also studied in Boston for a brief period. W...

All of us feel stress at one point or another. While some of us have work-related stress, others are struggling with relationship-based stress. So, how do you fight and manage stress? In this show, Chris shares some common sense measure which will help you do just that. Tune in to learn various ways via which you can build your tenacity and win your battle against stress. This is a show you do not...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Andrew FitzPatrick , District Sales Manager, Nedco. Andrew shares his experiences – his wins as well as his failures and reveals some critical attributes that can help you find professional success. This show starts off with Andrew recalling his life before Student Works. Though a bright kid, Andrew had difficulty channelizing his boundless energies in the right d...

Today we share how setting and fulfilling expectations can help you cultivate amazing work and personal relationships. In today's show, Chris espouses on one of the commandments at Student Works - Expectations Management. You will learn how to align expectations through clear communications.  Chris clarifies that setting clear expectations does not mean that you will enjoy a 100% success rate. So,...

In today's show, Chris interviews Renaud Herry-Saint-Onge, former district manager, Student Works Painting and a successful serial entrepreneur. This show starts off with Renaud recalling his life before Student Works. How did a shy teenager like Renaud go on to become a dynamic and successful entrepreneur? Listeners will learn how the Student Works program instilled in Renaud focus, courage, and...

In today’s show, Chris interviews Cameron Burns, Veteran Operator, Student Works. Cameron reveals some effective productivity hacks that will help you meet your end goals.  This show starts off with Cameron sharing how he managed to become the top operator at Student Works. Is there a “secret sauce” that has contributed to his success? Far from it. Cameron reveals how he has become a top operator...

In today's show, Chris interviews Joe MacLean , Co-Founder, HLS Therapeutics. Joe reveals how he evolved from being an uncertain teenager to a successful serial entrepreneur.  This show starts off with Joe recalling his life before Student Works. In his formative years, Joe always considered himself an underachiever. You will learn why Joe considers Student Works his first significant opportunity,...