Purpose Under Pressure

Mike Jones is the owner of The Ruby Group Sandler Sales Training in Akron and in Columbus. It is his job to help businesses inspire more results from their sales team, and to help train sellers to get more results, period. In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, we talk about what makes some people rise to the occasion to fulfill their purpose, and what holds others back. If you want more from...

Mark Akins has lived a life of obstacles. And he has overcome each. When suicide looked like rock bottom, there was more in store. Now, Mark is a published Author, a keynote speaker, a workshop facilitator, and a successful salesperson for the Brewer Garrett company. And he is an inspiration to anyone who thinks they've got it down. Purpose Under Pressure is brought to you by The Ruby Group Sandle...

When it comes to teaching leadership and training leaders, who trains you? Dr. Neil Gupta has dedicated his life to young people, and developing leaders to do the same. As the new Superintendent of Oakwood Schools and as the founder of FartherTogether.org, Neil champions leadership development. And that means, he needs to lead well. That's pressure. Purpose Under Pressure is brought to you by The...

ESOP stands for Employee Stock Option Pool. It means the employees become the owners of the business (in simple terms). To make it happen, the business owner often accepts terms that are not quite as lucrative as if they were to sell their business in the open market. And so it's not always an easy leap. It's Shawn Ely's job at Lazear Capital Partners to help put the pieces together in the best in...

John Siuda and Brandon Clemens know their stuff and like to put their unique knowledge to work for their customers. But sometimes the "job" asked for a different approach.. Sometimes the "job" got in the way of getting the job done. And so, they struck out on their own, forming Afia Wealth Management serving their customers their way. It's not easy, but it's on purpose. And that's worth the pressu...

Tim Campbell, owner and Sales and Marketing Director for Dearman Moving and Storage , was a hard driver. He focused on work, results, profits and business. And the stress took its toll. Then...he was found on the floor with a massive coronary event. Statistically, Tim was dead. Spoiler alert, Tim is a walking miracle, and survived against every and all odds. Now, he shares a story of a new approac...

Jordan Mullet is a Sandler sales trainer and executive coach. He knows how to get the most out of others, and help them to be the best they can be. When they see what they are capable of, Jordan sees his purpose realized. Awakening the greatness in others awakens the greatness in him, and he tells the story here, on Purpose Under Pressure Purpose Under Pressure is brought to you by The Ruby Group/...

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, Sandra Wentz, of 1Direction Strategy in Medina County is a fighter. She fights for her business. She fights for her customers. And she fights for her family. And when a cancer diagnosis came without warning, she began the fight for her life. This is a story of not settling for good enough. Not then, not now, not ever. Purpose Under Pressure is brought to...

Scott Maloney of Century Cycles has enjoyed Cycling as a hobby all his life. When the opportunity came to make it his business, he took it. Loving what what you do, and helping others enjoy it too, is the purpose. But the day to day pressures of running a business can get in the way. Century Cycles is located in Medina, Peninsula, Shaker Heights and Rocky River. Purpose Under Pressure is brought t...

Scott Hanis of Fortitude HR Solutions serves others. His church, his family, his employees..everyone. Until a life threatening illness made him focus on his own health. Turning off the drive, even for a short amount of time, to focus on his own health hurt. The business and the goals took a back seat. But there is no business without life. Scott was able to focus on what matters, and allow others...

Covid was hard on everyone. But the healthcare community and those fighting on the front lines against the virus were heroic. Times got tough, and business got scary. But standing up for what's right, on purpose, and in the best interest of their residents and their families, Randy and Lori Casto survived and ultimately thrived. Learn more about Wedgewood Estates here Brought to you by the Ruby Gr...

Nate Shultz is a Managing Partner with Spreng Smith Insurance, a locally owned and operated independent Insurance Agency operating in Ashland and in North East Ohio. When Nate and his family were dealt the terrible and crushing news of a terminal illness, the pressure mounted to find a cure. But the purpose stayed true. Raise a family the right way. Be a good husband. Be a good provider. Run a sma...

Dan Smith is the Associate Director of The Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield Ohio. His role is to generate revenue, so that the purpose of maintaining this amazing landmark is fulfilled. By promoting to Shawshank Redemption enthusiasts, Haunted and Paranormal fans, history buffs, or even concert goes, Dan is making the most out of this amazing facility. Listen in as he shares the storms that ris...

Dr. Dan Lawson, CEO of Petros Consulting Services has lived a life of purpose. His faith, and passion for helping others find their "why" has impacted many. In this episode, we discuss his unique knowledge of finding purpose, not just for an individual, but for an organization or corporation. We also learn about Dan's personal trial of his fight to overcome Leukemia in order to live to dance with...

Ashtonne Packaging is celebrating 15 years of excellence, serving businesses in the packing, design and shipping industry. It was started from scratch by Dan Schltt and Chad Honaker. One had packing experience, the other brought his experience from outside the industry. But they were friends, and they shard a purpose of how to treat people, how to treat employees, and how to treat each other. When...

Deb Wasylko, owner and founder of Baskets Galore shares her story of starting a family business to help others help others. Baskets Galore serves businesses who want to serve their customers with branded gifts that make people happy and loyal. And Baskets Galore's passion is excellence for their customers. But when hardships come along the way in a family business, what comes first...family or bus...

Jenny Young, founder and owner of She Did It Videography does things right. And for the right reasons. But when doing the right things gets you into trouble, it can put some pressure on your purpose. Listen as Jenny shares examples in her life where standing up for the right thing to do, for the right people, and for the right purpose almost cost her everything. And how standing upon her purpose t...