Speaking and Communicating Podcast

How can leaders attract great talent and maximize on the talent they already have? Meet Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer! Dr. Cynthia is a Human Capital Potentialist who works at the intersection of organizational strategy and soul purpose. She is a globally recognized human capital strategist, USA Today bestselling author, and board-certified executive coach with more than 30 years of experience transf...

How does extended screen time impact our eye health in the long run? Meet Dr. Roger Wu! Dr. Wu is an Optometrist on a mission to protect and preserve our most precious sense: vision.  As the world around us becomes increasingly digital—whether it’s scrolling through social media, powering through work on a computer, or binge-watching our favorite shows - Dr. Wu noticed that more and more patients...

Is it possible to overcome insurmountable challenges? Meet Dante Wright, Esq. Dante is an experienced Attorney, Criminal Defense & Personal Injury Lawyer. He is the co-founder of The Phoenix Trial Firm, where he is recognized as one of Hampton Roads’ most relentless trial attorneys. He has built his reputation by representing clients in high-stakes criminal, traffic, and personal injury matter...

How do we raise the next generation of leaders? Meet Olaolu Ogunyemi! Olaolu is an Award-winning children's book Author and Leadership Mentor. He aims to inspire the next generation of leaders through his work with children and communities. On this episode, he highlights his approach to engaging children through storytelling, and the importance of community involvement in child-rearing. Listen as...

What has research proven regarding meditation? Meet Brittany Hopkins Switlick! Brittany is an Author, Speaker, seasoned Yoga educator and Personal Development Coach. She is the founder of Lotus School of Yoga (formerly Container Collective Yoga), where she has led hundreds of students and aspiring teachers in transformative classes, workshops, trainings and retreats that go far beyond the physical...

What are leaders getting wrong? What misconceptions do we have about leadership? Meet Julia Rock! Julia is a Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Burnout & Leadership Strategist. Her mission is to uncomplicated leadership in the workplace. Julia knows that leadership isn’t complicated, but it is hard. And when leaders get it wrong, companies pay the price—lost talent, low engagement, and millions...

What makes a job ethical? Who truly holds power in the workplace? And why does it matter now more than ever? Meet Dr. Travis Schatchner! Dr. Travis Schachtner's views on leadership and employment ethics are shaped by decades of hard work and personal experience. Growing up on a family farm in rural Wisconsin, he learned that all work has a basic value that should be respected. In his book, Employm...

Why is there such an emphasis on empathy? Does it truly benefit leaders, teams and organisations? Meet Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller! Dr. Melissa is an Author of international bestseller The Empathic Leader, TEDx Speaker and Trained Relationship Builder. She helps leaders maximize personal & business potential through the effective leverage of EQ and empathy. By educating leaders about the p...

Are you focused on behaviour rather than communication and collaboration? Meet Katherine Sellery! Katherine is the CEO and Founder of Conscious Parenting Revolution who helps individuals minimize misunderstandings and melt-downs in order to communicate with more collaboration, cooperation, and consideration. A creator of the Guidance Approach to Parenting, a program that applies conflict resolutio...

Do you struggle to set healthy boundaries at home and at work? How burnt out are you from a lack of boundaries? Meet Dana Skaggs! With Dana, boundaries aren’t barriers—they’re the secret to thriving teams and lasting results. Dana is the "Queen of Boundaries", Keynote Speaker, Podcaster and Psychotherapist. She helps people become empowered by what they can control, experience freedom from what th...

What if your diagnosis was never real? Meet Dr. Fred Moss! Dr. Moss is a Psychiatrist, Holistic Transformative Coach, Mental Health Coach, Author, Keynote Speaker and Podcaster. He is the Founder of Welcome to Humanity. As a psychiatrist over the years, Dr. Moss continually looks for better, more effective ways to provide the highest quality care to align people with their most authentic self to d...

What exactly is Organic Intelligence? Organic Intelligence® (OI) is a theory and clinical practice of human empowerment, resiliency, and compassion to resolve the devastating effects of stress, trauma, and PTSD. Meet Steven Hoskinson! Steven is an expert on organic intelligence, trauma and communication skills. He emphasizes that our systems know how to heal and grow in this very moment. Steve is...

How much impact and influence do you have as a leader? Meet Dusty Holcomb! Dusty believes that Leadership isn’t about titles or power. It’s about impact—serving others, solving problems, and driving results. For more than 26 years, he has led at the highest levels as a President, CEO, and Senior Executive. Dusty's focus has always been the same: clear purpose, bold action, and empowering others to...

How effective is your leadership style? Do you doubt your ability to lead? Meet Jim Carlough! Jim is a battle-tested C-Suite operator, bestselling Author and Leadership transformation expert. He equips leaders at every level with practical tools, humor and the humanity they need to thrive. Jim believes that leaders aren't born, they are built. With over 30 years of experience guiding people in bus...

Are you overspending on healthcare costs? How can Executives save their people, their business and the economy? Meet Donovan Pyle! Donovan Pyle is the CEO of Health Compass Consulting and author of "Fixing Healthcare: How Executives Can Save Their People, Their Business, and the Economy." He also serves as a Senior Advisor at the Validation Institute in Boston. Backed by the highest designations i...

How do leaders amplify their brands? Meet Adam Torres! Adam is the Co-Founder of Mission Matters, a media, branding and book publishing agency. He is dedicated to amplifying the voices of entrepreneurs, entertainers, executives and experts. Adam is on a mission to encourage others to share their stories for the benefit of all. He is Host of the Mission Matters series of shows, ranked in the top 2....

How can trust transform a workplace and its culture? Meet Roy Reid! Roy is an Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Trust and Performance Coach. He believes that reaching your highest potential requires a commitment to training -- continuing education, mentorship, coaching, and counsel. "Trusted Advisor" is the best description of how Roy works with leaders. He can get to the heart of the matter and help...

Is your inner programming sabotaging you? Are you being held back by old beliefs? Meet Julia Van Elswyk! Julie is a Mental Wellness Coach, Law of Attraction Coach and Hypnotist. She uses science-based strategies to quiet anxiety and welcome joy. Julie guides women out of self-criticism and anxiety into inner calm, confidence, and the freedom to attract the lives they truly desire. Her approach hel...

How do you make AI your research partner? Can AI even help with your children's homework? Meet Erich Archer! Erich is an Emmy Award-winning TV producer and Generative AI Video Specialist. He has produced shows such as Masterchef and The Biggest Loser. Erich has spent 20+ years turning ideas into visual stories. He discusses the growing role of AI in content creation, problem-solving, and decision-...

Struggling with communication, intimacy or dating after divorce? Meet Jonathon Aslay! Jonathon is a renowned midlife dating and relationship coach. His focus has expanded into a deeper, essential philosophy of what it truly means to LOVE.   After losing his 19-year-old son Connor in 2018, Jonathon Aslay’s grief led him on a soul-searching inner journey, where he became aware of an often-overlooked...

How do you sell without feeling gross? How informed are you of your customer's buying decisions? Meet Dr. Chris Gray! In the high-stakes sales and marketing arena, do you really want to take advice from some schmuck who skimmed a couple of psychology books and fancies themself a behavioral science "expert"? Good luck with that. Dr. Gray is an experienced clinical psychologist turned marketer, spea...

How do you become an impact and powerful Public Speaker? Meet Ivan Wanis Ruiz! Ivan is the Author of "End Boring" and the Founder of the Public Speaking Lab. He believes that being impactful and charismatic is something you can learn. Have you ever practiced your speech in front of strangers, such as the park? On this episode, Ivan and Roberta discuss the need to adapt communication styles post-CO...

Do you have enough confidence to create healthy boundaries? Meet Coach Karen Gray! Coach Karen is the Founder of Confidence Coding™ Founder, President of the Texas Business Women who helps leaders rewire their confidence, elevate their impact and be seen and heard. On this episode, she describes confidence as remembering one's true self. Listen as Coach Karen shares: - reframing internal beliefs a...

Are you building a culture of performance? Meet Michael Fortinberry! Michael is the Co-Founder and COO at Protiv. Protiv is a transformative business solution, empowering owners to truly partner with their employees, aligning the team to business success. With Protiv, two critical elements of real success - Linking Costs to Production & Investing Into Your Team - come together. Protiv's motto...

Are you an ego-driven or compassionate leader? Meet Cynthia Rivard! Cynthia is a Leadership and Intuition Expert, Author and Spiritual Teacher who has been an Executive for over 2 decades. She has experience as an executive and her focus on compassionate communication and egoless leadership.  On this episode, Cynthia shared lessons learned and the transformation of her leadership style over the ye...