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Meet the one and only Chuck Wisner on this special Success episode. He penned the book- The Art of Conscious Conversations- Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact.  Chuck is a seasoned leadership coach, great storyteller, truly understands that a good conversation is like a collaboration. Your challenge is to read The Art of Conscious Conversation, give it as a gift, but FIRST, ditch your...

Succession planning for family businesses can be more challenging to manage than others types of businesses due to built in assumptions and expectations around the who, how, when of selecting leaders.  Enjoy Dr. Susan Ko, a partner at Vantage Leadership Consulting, answering a variety of questions.  It all started with an engaging story of Susan's immigrant parents. Listen to the story thread of h...

Caffeine Vibes is the hottest venue in Oklahoma attracting college students for open mic performances. As a part of First Presbyterian, Edmond, Oklahoma, Jim Hartzog is leading the way to discover college age musical talent.  Going 7:30-10:00, once a month, Caffeine Vibes will feature as many as 10 artists.  A cash award is given to the audience favorite in this hospitable venue that serves upscal...

Eric Cogorno started playing golf at 13, was a scratch golfer by 15, and began teaching at 18. Now 17 years later, Eric Cogorno Golf is a global, online golf instruction brand, scaling from $80k per year to more than $1 million per year in revenue. His membership is perfect for golfers of all skill levels and has helped thousands of players from beginners to professionals.  Eric's success and grow...

How do we stay in love an entire lifetime? What skills do you need to have?  Hear Dr. Barbara Grossman and Michael Grossman M.D. as they challenge the way you think about and understand romantic relationships. This we know, all couples long for an intense, passionate love that lasts.  Importantly, how do you keep your body healthy so you can enjoy sex, regardless of age. And the importance of forg...

Celebrating a brillant horse racing novel, Helical Star, authored by race horse owner Victor Bahna.  You will be inspired by Victor's account of horse racing and his own horse Rooster City. This fictional tale draws upon his two decades of experience of owning, breeding and retiring racehorses.  See the parallels of human life with Victor's spin on promoting second careers with thoroughbreds.  Enj...

John Hickman is an original. He is from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, all about acting and rooting on the Crimson Tide. Importantly, John started his acting career at 40.  This authentic, veteran actor talks about his role in "Gunner," an Amazon Prime feature film with Morgan Freeman and Luke Hemsworth. Watch him in the starring role at Sheriff Bob Lily.  Hear about how Al Pacino helping John get clean and...

Did you know that even if you win the rat race, when you finish, you are still a rat? So says one of our favorite mentors, Dr. Ken  Blanchard.  Here are a few takeaways.  Start your day slower. How would you like to be today? At the end of the day, consider writing a few things or PRAISINGS and also know where you should be pivoting the next day.  Effective leaders think "how can WE win together?"...

Singer, songwriter Josie Sal is an old soul, but only 12. She debuts Black Velvet, on the 25th anniversary of the song about Elvis. She started her career performing in Southwest Florida and in her home town of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.  Her musical influences are Billy Joel, Jelly Roll, and Lanie Wilson.  Learn about Josie's love to perform, favorite songs and hear her rendition of Elvis' "Can't...

It's rhythm and melody on steroids with David Messier debuting Bang! It's David Arbuckle his alter ego. The film and album debut September 26th at the AFS Cinema.  This is a funny conversation who was a fan of the Muppets and got his musical start from watching Michael J. Fox in Back to Future.  With this record, you will hear Heavens to Murgertroid, Up & Out, Superman and the intro/outro of t...

Enjoy the wisdom Dr. Noah St. John as he debuts his 25th book- The 7-Figure Machine.  In 1997, he started his business with $800. The only funnel he had back then was funnel cake.  Today, he has helped clients built over $3 billion in wealth. Effectively, he has built philanthropy.  He can help you, too with very detailed plans with a detailed ONE mindset shift.   In essence, you will learn that M...

Talking about impacting homelessness, Jeff Nickler, GM of the Moody Center in Austin, Texas talks about Standing Together.  The big, significant news is that Oak View Group and Stand Together have formed a strategic partnership that will catalyze a positive change across a spectrum of initiatives that includes homelessness, youth development, social justice and others. In collaboration with Red Ri...

Dr. Steven Goodwin has spent his life helping other people. By definition, he has lived a life of significance, but a Higher calling has aimed his view to "turning west," looking at the bigger picture of solving disorganized groups to create strong, enduring cultures.  Through Steven's story, you will learn:  What you can do to help mobilize people to make the world a better place and less disfunc...

Every person has worth. Every person needs a chance.  How in the world do we, in these proud United States, allow over 580,000+ homeless fellow Americans?  Meet, author Ken Abraham, author of No Address. We riff about what we CAN do.  Ken gets down to the why of homelessness.  Bottomline, take your blinders off, confribute to organizations like SalvationArmy.org who is tackling the real issues.  V...

Legendary companies are run by legendary people. Enjoy this conversation with Katie Lucas of Lucas Oil.  Learn about their many philanthropic initiatives that have helped so many people. Hear from their President, Katie Lucas, about leadership traits, core values and what drives this company to greatness.  Hear the inside story on this All American company.  Family-Led, American-Manufactured, Cust...

Join guest Vern Davenport, Partner at QHP Capital, and author of Accelerating Growth: A Blueprint for Strategic Transformation. Vern talks about private equity, The Management System, that his team created and provides a clear path for attacking execution risks within your company.  Listen to this podcast if you want to get THE RIGHT THINGS DONE.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sp...

One Minute Manager author Dr. Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley, VP and Trust Practice Leader at Blanchard Company riff about Simple Truths of Leadership and Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook.  How are you improving over the next 52 minutes, or 52 hours or weeks? Are you catching your teammates doing something right?  From this conversation, you will garner:  The art of brilliant collaboration. It...

Ever wonder what inspired a songwriter to pen lyrics to get your ya ya working? Or what about a song about Georgia, that turned into My Eyes Adored You?  Meet legendary songwriter Kenny Nolan, currently writing his next album of songs that are destined to entertain and inspire you. He wrote or collaborated on so many of your favorite tunes like Lady Marmalade, I Like Dreamin', My Eyes Adored You,...

Enjoy this Success show with Elyse Stoltz Dickerson, co-founder of Eosera, sponsor of the Pitch Competition for Woman entrepreneurs.  Hear about past winners from the competition including Boozy Bites and Audiolo. Get the details on how to enter and qualifications to compete on this show. You must be a Texas entrepreneur, female, with a 3+ year old company, sales on the way to $1 million, and scal...

Joe Bonsall, 76, the longtime tenor vocalist of Country Music Hall of Fame group Oak Ridge Boys, has died from complications of  amyotrophic lateral sclerosis . In this very special conversation, Joe gives us a glimpse of the future, almost as if it was a "Message from Heaven."  Six months ago, citing the half-decade onset of the previously-mentioned disorder, Bonsall retired from performing on th...

Loretta McCarthy, of Golden Seeds, leading angel investor to women led businesses.  Golden Seeds Co-CEO Loretta McCarthy shares insight on this leading angel investment consortium.  Hear about the current investment trends in Women's health, and how AI is unfolding across multiple industries. Listen to the first company that is non-invasive surgery for concussions.  According to Loretta, Golden Se...

Innovative Connections was founded by Dr. Laurie Cure. Hear about the five generations that are currently employed in the work force.  As people are living longer, work is experienced differently with a unique look toward retirement.  We are not completely exited the workforce. Baby Boomers don't want to lose their passion and purpose.  How should leaders interact with all five generations? First,...

Ray Herndon is the legendary vocalist and guitarist for the award winning group McBride and the Ride. As a part of the 90's group, McBride and the Ride shot to the top of the charts with hits such as Love on the Loose, Heart on the Run, Sacred Ground and Going Out of My Mind. His life is defined by a very diversed approach to the music industry.  Ray has worked with Lyle Lovett from the start. He...

Dr. Bernie Mullin is a groundbreaking sport and entertainment industry executive who has turned around franchises, set all time revenue and attendance records, and generated $1.5 billion in revenues for brands from the NFL to the U.S. Open Tennis with agency Aspire Marketing Group.  Bernie has definitely moved from Success to Significance with involvement in the United Way, YMCA, Make a Wish Found...

Terry McBride is the incredibly talented singer and songwriter of McBride & The Ride. Now celebrating their 35th anniversary, they are debuting their newest EP Amarillo Sky. McBride & The Ride shot to the top of the charts with hits such as Love on the Loose, Heart on the Run, Sacred Ground and Going Out of My Mind.  Hear about Terry's early beginnings in Taylor, Texas and years with his b...