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Cleveland Hughes was introduced to boxing in 2009 after a therapist encouraged him to try boxing and this was one decision which changed the course of his life. Boxing has allowed him to regulate his emotions, has continued to sharpen his mind and has given him confidence in his ability to overcome any obstacle. He's committed to elevating his skills as a boxing coach, to give people, the same opp...

Do you have a passion and purpose in life which you are hoping to unlock? If so Zack Ballinger is someone you ought Zack is a motivational speaker, author, and career consultant. He speaks on a variety of topics including: career development, job interviewing, passion & purpose, overcoming obstacles, leadership, and sales. His experience spans over 14 years and he’s helped high schools, colleges,...

For the Detroit Lions their defensive performance throughout the first quarter of the season has been abysmal. Leaving them little chance to compete and win. The team sits at 1-3 and continues to be mystified on how to stop the run and get off the field. Meanwhile the offense and quarterback Matthew Stafford have regressed and haven’t been as consistent as one would’ve preferred. Making it abundan...

Regardless of how you view President Donald J. Trump he has been one of the most polarizing commander and chiefs in modern American history. Thus, how should we view his overarching impact on American politics? Robert (Ted) Gutsche Jr. is an Assoc Prof (Senior Lecturer); Media Commentator on Trump, Media & US Politics at Lancaster University. He joined me this week to provide some insights and pro...

Tony Caine spent a decade of his life playing professional Rugby. Playing as part of high performing teams in high pressure situations enabled him to develop his collaboration and lateral thinking skills.  He learned sports and leadership principles which he applied throughout his entrepreneurial journey, building high performing teams & positive team cultures. Tony now is the Managing Director an...

According to, Farhad Mohit, founder of The Good Party: Both major US political parties have been corrupted and heavily influenced by money and special interests. Therefore, the rules that Congress makes are rarely good for the people. Unless we fix this pathological corruption in Congress, no other good ideas matter. Mohit joined me this week to explain how this political concept works and whether...

Scott Bartnick made the best of his time in quarantine. He built a seven-figure PR agency, Otter Public Relations, in six months from home during COVID quarantine. He has a degree in industrial and systems engineering, specializing in public relations. Bartnick describes himself as a serial entrepreneur, published author, and successful business owner. He has widespread and diverse experience with...

Best Selling Author and Air Force veteran Nick Shelton is convinced: It is possible to be an introvert and be wildly successful in a world which is built by and for extroverts without compromising your integrity or your energy. His book An Introvert's Guide to World Domination demonstrates introverts a way to access their best life and upgrade their lives and lifestyles through communication and n...

The return of Big Ten Football is quickly approaching with less than two weeks remaining until college football returns to the Midwest. What’s behind this reversal of fortunes for the fate of the sport in the conference? Bill Rabinowitz has covered Ohio State football for The Columbus Post-Dispatch since 2011. He joined me this week to discuss the Big 10’s return to the field and what it means for...

For personal trainer and fitness professional Kyle Essery, he lives by one simple motto as it relates to his fitness career. Movement equals medicine. Essery takes this mindset into every consultation he has with his clients. He joined me this week to discuss his Healthy Solutions wellness coaching initiative and his passion for fitness. You can follow Kyle on Facebook at facebook.com/kjessery and...

Alongside her husband Mike, Gaby Israel Grinberg is the co-founder of a remote B2B digital marketing agency, based in Minneapolis, MN. She started my company after a family crisis: the premature birth of my daughter Lana at 24-weeks in 2015. After losing her job shortly after her birth, the trauma of a NICU journey, the challenges that come with raising a child with medical needs, and my husband M...

Were a quarter of the way through the Detroit Lions 2020 season and Matt Patricia’s team is still searching for answers on defense, as opposing teams continue to score at will.  The level of culpability is high however, the leaders of this organization refuse to step to the forefront and accept accountability for this collective and massive failure.  Sheila Firestone Ford Hamp is now leading the c...

The Detroit Tigers season is over, and there were some positive early season signs before the club tailed off towards the end of the season. Now the team’s rebuild will include a search for a new manager. Ron Gardenhire’s tenure with the team is over, choosing to retire rather than wait to find out whether he would be back, to focus on his health. Which direction should the Tigers go in their sear...

Paying it forward and leaving a positive future for the next generation is something we all have to be cognizant of during these interesting, challenging and unprecedented times For Robert Greiner, leaving a brighter future for his kids is all he is concerned about. Robert is the vice president of Pariveda Solutions Information Technology & Services. He is a technology executive and enterprise arc...

Can close friends go through a business failure in one industry and have the commitment to learn a new space and launch their collective careers?  When certain obstacles present themselves to blocks one's way or prevents or hinders progress, can you have the vision to overcome such hurdles on the road to success?  For Andrew McCorkle and Michael Corkrum two friends, they have experienced climbing...

Financial independence can be achieved and formulating a budget doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Ericka Young is the president and founder of Tailor-Made Budgets which she opened in 2005 after she and her husband Chris climbed their way out of nearly $100,000 in debt. She became a certified financial coach by Dave Ramsey’s Lampo Group in 2006 and combines her passion for helping people with cre...

Paving the pathway of accessibility, belonging and inclusion is a continuous journey which individuals with disabilities embark on every day of their lives. With the hope one day the flood gates of opportunity will open for everyone to fully contribute to society at large. Employment is a great equalizer for the special need’s community. It provides this segment of our population with the quality...

Each year in the United States, approximately 33,000 people get liver cancer, and about 27,000 people die from the disease. According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For Andrea Wilson Woods she is on a mission to end Cancer and has dedicated her life to the mission on ending Liver Cancer specifically. She is a writer who loves to tell stories, and a patient advocate who founded...

Twenty-Five percent of Americans will never be returning to gyms even once the pandemic is over, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 Americans who exercise at least twice a week surveyed respondents on their attitudes toward gyms in the "corona age" and found 24 percent are over them, with one in three saying they will be likely to go less than before. However, four in 10 remain undeterre...

The Detroit Lions are off to an 0-2 start and looking for some consistent direction and results. With the season in the balance what’s the key to an expeditious turnaround? Dan Miller is the play-by-play voice of the Lions and he joined me this week to provide the current state of the franchise in Detroit. You can follow Dan on Twitter @DanMillerFox2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

Inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the workforce is essential paramount to ensure a diverse approach to conducting business and maintaining equality. In central Florida EmployU is a non-profit employment service empowering customer with the knowledge, connections, and confidence required to embark on a new sustainable career. They are partnered with The Florida Division of Vocational Re...

In 1994, the Michigan Fitness Foundation (MFF) was established as a 501(c)(3) private non-profit organization to collaborate with the Michigan Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports. MFF plays a critical role in promoting the health of Michigan’s citizens by working in conjunction with the executive office and state agencies plus other non-profits and corporate partners. The mis...

When you open yourself up to be vulnerable, you discover your greatest flaws but it also allows you to champion the possibility of a growth and improvement mindset. Yes, its the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally. However, if you don’t explore the side of yourself which is less secure the chances of maximum productivit...

For small colleges and universities and Division II and III college basketball, can serve as a galvanizing force for good and inspiration. Small College Basketball is an platform and initiative intended to inspire people to spread kindness, seek happiness and follow their passion. They exist to UNITE all people with a passion for small college basketball and to SERVE as ambassadors of the game. Jo...

Are you a business owner who could use some strategic direction to get your business back on a positive track of success? Or could you use the expertise to take your business to the next level? If the answer is yes to either question, this week you’ve come to the right place. Holly Jackson assists entrepreneurs and business leaders to love their life and business again. With over a dozen years of...