The How May I Serve You by Thomas Johnson Podcast

In this episode, we sat down with former producer, digital strategist, and founder of Didisheim Consulting, Raoul Didisheim. He is a seasoned professional who leverages years of top-tier agency expertise and his passion for media to provide digital solutions for enterprises. Raoul shared that customizing services allows him and his team to take care of the needs of clients. He also observed that d...

In this episode, we sat down with licensed independent social worker, and founder and President of Carve Your Own Path Inc., Amanda Kostura. She has 13 years of experience working in direct service as well as administrative positions. During her exposure in non-profits and social services, she realized the missing elements of compassion, humility, and healing in these industries and found her purp...

In this episode, we sat down with global LinkedIn evangelist, thought leader, and personal coach, Marc W. Halpert. He also trains sales and HR departments, professional services firms, and business professionals, helping them discover and express why they do what they do to become “amazing-er”. Marc fondly recalled about his father being a businessman and how entrepreneurship is in his DNA. From h...

In this episode, we sat down with world-renowned thought leader in the realm of visual culture, and founder and President of Initiatives in Art and Culture, Lisa Koenigsberg. From a young age, she has been interested in imagery and maintained this core to her profession. She now organizes huge events as avenues to cultivate an interdisciplinary approach and continues to contribute to publications...

In this episode, we sat down with Olga González, founder, and CEO of Pietra Communications – the first gemologist-run PR agency in the world. She is also the Immediate Past President and Board Member of the Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA), NY Metro Chapter, and has over a decade of experience in marketing and PR. She has translated her passion for gems and jewelry into growing businesses through...

In this episode, we sat down with the founder and CEO of the Robb Kelly Recovery Group, Dr. Robb Kelly. As a renowned addiction expert, he puts his patients first and emphasizes the role of the family toward successful recovery. He takes pride in his team’s 97% success rate in helping others make a positive change in their lives. Dr. Kelly enlightened us about the hereditary nature of addiction an...

In this episode, we sat down with author, serial entrepreneur, executive coach, leadership facilitator, and super connector, Jeri Quinn. Also, as a co-founder of the Resource Referral Center, leaders engage her to attract and empower people, build business efficiencies, and find recommended vendors. Jeri discussed the power of nonverbal communication in enhancing one’s executive presence. She also...

In this episode, we sat down with the founder and CEO of Win Local, John Lim. As a passionate entrepreneur, educator, and innovator, he strives to empower others. He also advocates for marketers and technology professionals to create for the human being and not just the device. His theories in humanizing mobile marketing have been featured in Forbes and Business Insider, among others. John expound...

In this episode, we sat down with the owner of The Coutureman LLC, LaMar Wright. With his extensive knowledge and experience in bespoke lifestyle, brand development, client relations, image consulting, creative direction, and event styling, he helps clients embody an image that is in line with their goals. LaMar shared his successful attempt to pivot his business into a consulting firm by leveragi...

In this episode, we sat down with author, licensed therapist, and CEO, Sasha Jackson. In 2020, she started her private practice where she helped women recover from unhealthy relationship patterns, and ultimately led her to develop the E.M.P.O.W.E.R. method. Now, as a mindset coach, she helps her clients recognize and heal from burnout, as well as come up with measures to prevent it from reoccurrin...

In this episode, we sat down with a business consultant, motivational speaker, and standout figure in the world of business coaching and leadership enhancement, Baz Porter. With his solid background in organizational psychology, his innovative and transformative coaching program helps his clients ignite their potential and drive lasting influence. Baz opened up about his less fortunate experiences...

In this episode, we sat down with the president and founder of GrowthSource Coaching, Steve Smith. As an accomplished leadership, management, and organizational enhancement coach, he has helped over 700 professionals worldwide. After a stellar 30-year career in consumer products and manufacturing, he now shares business-building techniques to businesses grow. Steve was open to sharing about a diff...

In this episode, we sat down with business strategist and business coach, Dr. Gina Lepore. She has extensive management experience across sales, business development, human resource management, marketing, and technology, among others. As a coach, she helps clients connect with their inner wisdom and embody their authentic selves. Early in her life, Gina began to learn how to embrace her identity a...

In this episode, we sat down with the speaker, author, and the owner and founder of Oxygen Coaching Group (OCG), Kat Frey. Her business is a great example of growth as it evolved to become an elite coaching company from its earlier specialization in behavior training which involved working with horses. Kat shared how success can be achieved by finding people who support your personal, professional...

In this episode, we sat down with the founder of MindBodySpeak and author of Tonal Influence™, Marshall Davis Jones. His career in vocal communication started with his passion for the competitive art of poetry slam and even had some of his poems flown into space by NASA. Now, he shares communication techniques for effectively winning negotiations across industries. Marshall developed methods of us...

In this episode, we sat down with entrepreneur, CEO, and founder, Mieu Phan. She brings to the table a wealth of experience from being a young computer consultant during the Dot-Com bust, selling 4-5 houses a month during the Housing Market Crash, and being a stay-at-home mom for 15 years before finally getting into coaching. Recently, Mieu also realized her passion for events. And in as early as...

In this episode, we sat down with entrepreneur, sales guru, and founder of Marketing Boost, Marco Torres. At a young age, he has been building his competencies in selling and running businesses. Banking on his lifetime of experience, he now helps thousands of business owners scale and grow their operations through incentive-based marketing. Marco eagerly shared the beginnings of Marketing Boost fr...

In this episode, we sat down with the founder and managing director of Collaberex, Jonathan Rosen. His 30 years’ experience in strategic planning, operations management, and business development across major industries allows him to guide his clients through the challenges they face. Jonathan brought to the table important lessons that have proven to accelerate personal and professional growth. He...

In this episode, we sat down with author, speaker, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, and two-time Stage IV cancer survivor, Howard Brown. One of his greatest achievements is building platforms that connect people of different faith, religion, and cultures, effectively nurturing the world’s largest social network. Howard candidly recalled his life’s ups and downs, particularly his battle and recovery fr...

In this episode, we sat down with Dr. Richard Kaye, author of the highly-acclaimed book, The Secrets of Creating Customers for Life, and recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Top Talent Agency. From his chiropractic practice, Dr. Kaye now helps entrepreneurs accelerate the growth of their businesses through great publicity. During our discussion, Dr. Kaye emphasized why storytelling i...

In this episode, we sat down with connector, communicator, cultivator, and author, Dea Irby. Growing up in an environment with a strong sense of community, she discovered the power of belonging in moving people toward a common goal. Dea created a meaningful acrostic to guide leaders on how they can achieve business success by “claiming” their people. She shares five effective ways to make people f...

In this episode, we sat down with dynamic coach and mentor, Francois Lupien. He has worked successfully with Tony Robbins, Stephen Covey of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, and a consultant of Bob Proctor for the movie, The Secret. Our discussion was filled with positive energy as Francois walked us through his personal development journey and its most important lessons. He shared how beco...

In this episode, we sat down with the Founder of Don’t Act Right Productions and William Mahoney Brand, Matt Mahoney. His wealth of experience in advanced mathematical theory led him towards innovative paths towards building brands and products that enrich the lives of customers. Throughout our session, Matt talked about his entrepreneurial approach, which emphasized the parts of the business and...

In this episode, we sat down with professional mindset coach and keynote speaker, Marc Singer. After being wrongfully convicted and serving a life sentence, he has taken the path of a transformational coach and is now giving other men a safe venue to confront their demons. Marc also gave a candid yet moving account of his time in prison and how he shifted his focus from the things he could not con...

In this episode, we sat down with Author and serial entrepreneur, Dr. Omar Fisher. He is a recognized pioneer in Islamic finance and Co-Founder of 9 start-up companies. He has published books, e-books, and articles on seeking knowledge and consciousness during his quest for helping others achieve financial freedom. I had a very insightful discussion with Dr. Omar where he shared how he learned to...