Making Waves at C-Level: Business Tips for Executives, Leaders, and Entrepreneurs

Thom Singer sat down for a chat with LinkedIn consultant D Matt Scherer to discuss the ins and outs of setting up a profile and using posts, likes, comments and shares as a way to get noticed in your industry and stand out as a thought leader. Like a lighthouse on a foggy California night, Matt Scherer helps his clients and their associates find those exceptional ideas hidden in the fog of informa...

Episode 582 was originally recorded as part of the "Webinar Talk Show" that is hosted by Thom Singer and Eliz Greene.  This interview with Mike Ciannilli was so engaging, that Thom knew it had to be shared with the "Making Waves at C-Level" audience.   Michael “Mike” Ciannilli is the NASA’s manager of the Apollo, Challenger, Columbia Lessons Learned Program. He assumed this role in 2016, and is re...

For this episode, Thom turned to his friend Marny Lifshen.  Together they co-authored "Some Assembly Required: A Networking Guide for Women", and have been friends for over 25 years.  Marny has consulted with hundreds of companies and law firms and brings hands on research to the topics of networking and personal branding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 580 of "Making Waves at C-Level" (formerly the "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do" podcast) we talk sales with Mark Hunter, The Sales Hunter.  Mark has just released a new book "A Mind for Sales" (which you can buy on Amazon). In this interview Thom asks him about all the reasons sales matters to a company and how leaders can attract and retain great sales talent. Learn more about your ad ch...

In this episode Thom Singer talks about the best tips he has for anyone in business to make waves and succeed.  There is a lot of crazy things happening in the world, everyone can use a little motivation to make sure they are leading their team (or themselves) toward more success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you competitors are doing a great job of keeping in touch with clients and prospects during this crazy time of work from home, quarantine, and no in-person meetings (remember, their prospects are YOUR customers).  If they do this well, and your team is waiting for the phone to ring, then they will have the advantage for short term and long term sales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

In this episode of "Making Waves at C-Level" (formerly "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do") Thom Singer sits down for a chat with his friend Bill Leake from Apogee Results.  In this interview Bill shares his journey from consulting, to software, to being the CEO of a firm that helps clients get found.  Along the way they talk about why executives should be engaged in their communities, and how to netwo...

Episode 576 of "Making Waves at C-Level" (formerly "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do") is a interview with Bobby Marhamat.  He is the CEO of Radiant and an experienced business leader.  He shares his journey in business and leadership.  The tag line in the banner of his LinkedIn profile reads "If you are not making waves, you are not kicking hard enough".... so that alone makes him the perfect guest f...

Episode 575 marks the name change of the podcast.  "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do" officially is now called "Making Waves at C-Level".  Host Thom Singer has made some business changes, and is working closer with larger companies in his career....and thus the re-branding and new focus of the podcast.  Bobby Lahiere is the founder and Chief People Officer of SpokenHere. They discuss his journey to wo...

Episode 574 of "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do" is the last episode of the podcast under that name. Beginning with the next show, the podcast will become "Making Waves at C-Level".  To learn more about the change, check out episode 573.  Thanks for being part of the show community for almost 6 years, and we look forward to you staying on the ride of this podcast under the new name.  Learn more about...

This is one of the last episodes on the show soon to be formerly known as "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do".  As of July 1, 2020 the podcast is rebranding to "Making Waves at C-Level".  (that date is probably approximate, as there will be delays in the different podcast platforms picking up the new title and logo.  A podcast rebrand is not an easy thing, but Thom is thrilled to be making this pivot. ...

Episode 572 of "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do" is an in-depth chat with Stuart Ruff-Lyon.  He is the VP of Events adn Exhibits for RIMS (Risk and Insurance Management Society) and the current chair of PCMA (the Professional Convention Management Association).  In both these roles he is seeing all that things that are happening in the world of live meetings, conventions, and other events.  There is...

While the world has been in flux for the past four months, that does not mean that companies have not been looking for strategic hires.  Also, many individuals have been laid off or are looking for new opportunities.  But how do companies and people find the right match in a virtual world?  Can you find a job and interview via Zoom?  Can you start a new job from your kitchen?  This episode is a co...

Russ Agrusa is the Founder, President and CEO of ICONICS, Inc. (www.iconics.com), a world-leading software developer of open-connectivity and standards-based visualization software, HMI SCADA, and MES solutions for energy, manufacturing, industrial, and building automation. With more than 375,000 installations worldwide, ICONICS counts 70 percent of Global 500 companies as its customers. Learn mor...

Karen Wright has coached top business leaders and helped individuals and teams from Fortune 500 companies manage change, increase productivity, integrate their personal and professional lives and achieve their own definitions of success. A nationally published columnist (Chatelaine magazine, “Ask a Job Expert” and “Ask a Balance Coach”) and sought-after speaker, Karen founded Parachute Executive C...

Dinah Lin is now living her latest dream, being an inspirational speaker and best selling author of “Daring to Dream Once Again - “It’s Never Too Late!” Now 78, Dinah’s life exemplifies her message: beginning her career at 36 (after being a full time mom), getting her MBA from Columbia Business School at 40, climbing the corporate ladder and finally “breaking the glass ceiling” to become Vice Pres...

Jessica Thiefels helps people leverage the power of intention in marketing, business, career, and life. When she was telling friends and family that she and her husband would be traveling the world for 8 months while running a business, nearly every single person said the same thing: "I wish I could do that!" Her response: "You can!" She realized that far too many people don't understand a simple...

Robert MacPhee is the Founder and President of Heart Set, Inc. in Sonoma California.  He works with individuals and organizations that desire or face significant changes, helping them improve their productivity, satisfaction and profitability. Robert is the author of the book and partner journal “Manifesting for Non-Gurus, How to Quickly and Easily Attract Lasting Results”.  Learn more about your...

Helen Chang is a bestselling author, speaker and entrepreneur. As the founder and CEO of Author Bridge Media, she has assisted more than 400 authors to write, brand and publish their books for credibility, revenue and raving fans. Her clients include Michael Gerber of The E-Myth books, Dani Johnson of ABC's Secret Millionaire, and Scott McGillivray of HGTV's Income Property. Learn more about your...

James Robilotta is an author, professional speaker, personal coach, emcee, and entrepreneur.  James' first book, Leading Imperfectly: The value of being authentic for leaders, professionals, and human beings, is available wherever people buy books. He also speaks internationally to willing and unwilling attendees about authentic leadership and promoting memorability. His clients include American E...

Art Giser was awed by how many people could transform their lives using NLP, and he was awed how people could transform their lives using transformative energy work, intuition development, and spiritual development. He began to explore combining these different areas in order to create something that was more powerful than any one system alone.  The result is Energetic NLP. Over the last 32 years,...

On episode 562 of "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do" Thom Singer sits down with David Adelson of the Peace And Harmony Company. In this episode, Thom goes beyond his comfort zone into a conversation about Quantum Physics and other ideas around consciousness and energy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 561 of "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do" goes to the world of spiritual healing, mind, body, and love alignment. If your soul is calling you to connect more to source, you will want to hear from Susan Kennard.  She had a regular job, but had to give it up to go on a new journey.  Thirty years as a therapist attracted her to help people to clean up their energy field and look closely at their...

David Roger is the CEO and Co-founder of Felix Gray, which pioneered the Blue Light glasses space and is still the leader in the category. The company's mission: empower people to live happier, healthier, more productive lives in today's screen-filled world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 569 of “Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do” is co-produced in partnership with the Austin Technology Council, the largest tech industry organization in Central Texas. ATC empowers members by using insights, resources, and connections so their members can succeed and thrive. This episode is an in-depth interview with Melissa Anthony of anthonyBarnum PR. Check out this conversation about thought l...