The Jody Maberry Show

"It's my blind spots. And I've been around long enough to know they're there. And so that's where my curiosity is helping fill in the gaps." Key Moments 00:53 From Entrepreneurship to corporate 03:42 Moving to Sydney in 2024 08:33 Confidence, vulnerability, and teamwork lead to success. 11:15 Navigating new cultural environments. 14:51 Mission-Driven organizations 16:39 Investing in others' dreams...

"If all of us could live with more of a sense of adventure and curiosity, we would find our stories fascinating and filled with surprises that are always enriching." Key Moments 00:58 Nostalgia nourishes, stories connect. 05:46 Face problems, embrace change, and envision new possibilities. 06:40 Embracing uncertainty leads to unexpected and exciting changes. 10:00 Richard's book "Story Intelligenc...

"Money alone is not enough compensation for investing our time and energy. There has to be a sense of meaning, purpose, and accomplishment that go along with that, And that's it it lays right in the lap of in the life you love." Key Moments 06:16 Printed books are like business cards. Use wisely. 10:21 Inspiration of Dan and Joanne's loving marriage. 24:14 48 days to change life. 25:59 Rural upbri...

"If you don't have a problem, you don't have a story. And the bigger the problem, the better the story." Episode Highlights 04:36 Larger problem makes a better story. 08:05 Face change and take risks for a more rich life. 11:34 Repackage your perspective to change your life's direction. 14:06 Take ownership of your life story to gain authority over it. 18:09 Share a personal story to trigger empat...

"Transformation should never end because if you have your best and brightest people thinking about how to continually make the experience better and better and better and better because it's never perfect." Episode Highlights 04:12 Addressing consumer needs for personalization and simplification at Epcot. 08:31 Embrace new business approach to improve customer and employee experience. 10:12 Priori...

"Be generous. Be gracious because you don't know what people are going through." Episode Highlights 00:00 Daily podcast called "In the Front Row" offers guidance to child. 03:23 Removing bandage reveals stitches and scar, yet emotional bandages are hidden. 06:43 Podcast message helping students and families globally; available on all platforms. In The Front Row Podcast Listen Using This Link In th...

"Let's embrace disconnection and just take a moment to appreciate what you see." Episode Highlights [00:01:55] How hiking and disconnecting connects you with work [00:03:26] Valuable habit of taking breaks and brainstorming with a partner. [00:09:20] Life is ongoing work. Embrace different perspectives for creativity. [00:10:04] Getting away from distractions in nature sparks fresh ideas for Dan,...

"I'm more knowledgeable and think about things different now because of all the people I've had the chance to interview." Episode Highlights [00:00:59] Impacts of disruptive innovation such as drones in parks. [00:05:03] Being a Park Ranger is not just about nature, it involves dirty work and dealing with difficult people, and yet is still a fabulous job. [00:07:11] Theme parks are fun, but nature...

"The m ost  important  thing  is  the  conversation  that  you're  having  with  your  guest.  It  is  way  more  qualitative  than  it  is  quantitative." Episode Highlights [00:01:59] Discovering the efforts of running a complex amusement park and creating a seamless guest experience [00:04:08] Utilizing formal education and experience to help elevate guest experiences. [00:07:37] Impact of Ron...

"Quit goofing around and start working on your own stuff." Episode Highlights [00:02:05] Cockrell Academy and unfinished book project. [00:03:59] Prioritizing personal projects over client work. [00:07:09] Email works for words of encouragement and accountability. [00:10:55] rite a standalone book before pursuing a series Connect with Jody www.jodymaberry.com About Jody -  https://jodymaberry.com/...

 "Not only had I figured out how to get them to the site, I'd figured out how to convert them to paying clients" Episode Highlights [00:01:39] How a boring topic turned out to be exciting and valuable [00:06:00] SEO is important for websites to succeed in Google search; focus on key actions to be effective. [00:10:00] Language matching is crucial for Google search. Using different language isolate...

Valerie Cockerll returns to turn the tables and ask me three questions. She came prepared with questions that really challenged me to reflect on some of my own experiences. The conversion ends discussing the impact of our mom's teachings and how they have influenced the approach to our careerers. This is a great one that really hits on the impact of meaningful relationships and making a long term...

"By virtue of being a kid and on the receiving end of mothering, you have learned you know what works and what doesn't work." - Valerie Cockerell This conversation brought me an all new perspective around the ways that motherhood can serve as a powerful foundation for effective leadership in any organization. Valerie Cockerell is joining to discuss her new book, "Manage Like a Mother," where she e...

"Data can be turned into a story. When you present numbers without a story, people just glaze over."— Alice Fairfax As is customary on the show, Alice Fairfax returns to ask three unscripted questions. Considering she is the author of "Tell Your Story: Tools to Take You from a Tweet to a TED Talk," it makes sense that her questions would dive deeper into of storytelling. Much of our conversation r...

In business, we are telling a story whether we know it or not. Evaluate what story you are telling and how you want people to participate. Own that story and create an incredible experience that exceeds expectations. - Alice Fairfax In this episode I welcome Alice Fairfax, author of the book Tell Your Story, to share her expertise on the importance of storytelling in creating memorable experiences...

Start with a mirror - true leadership begins with self-reflection. - Mike Simmons During my recent trip to Alaska I was intrigued by the innovative sales tactics used in high-end jewelry stores on the cruise. It only make sense to welcome Mike Simmons back to use his sales expertise to break down this tactic. His expertise in simplifying problem-solving and decision-making makes him the perfect pe...

Good leaders understand who they are, what they do, and they ask for what they want. - Jody Maberry In this episode of The Jody Mayberry Show, I had the pleasure of welcoming back Jim McPhee, the retired senior vice president of Operations and chief operating officer of Walt Disney World Resort. This time Jim asks me questions, which leads to a discussion about the qualities of effective leaders....

Relationships matter. They are finite, and you need to take advantage of them in a good way for as long as they're offered to you. - Jim MacPhee Jim MacPhee is a former executive leader with Disney who joins to share some of his lessons on becoming an inspirational leader throughout his 43 year career. His experiences range from starting as a boat driver and retiring as the COO/Senior Vice Preside...

  "A podcast lets people see your work, it lets people hear your work. And when people can see and hear your work, they can connect with you on such a deeper level." - Jody Maberry There are some incredible benefits of starting a podcast for your business. I know firsthand just how powerful podcasting can be for growing your visibility and establishing yourself as an expert in your industry. I use...

"Don't ever say no for somebody else. Give them the chance to say no for themselves." Recently, I was invited by Church on the Rock in St. Charles, Missouri, to speak at their Marketplace ministry event. While I was there, they asked me to sit in and record an episode of their Leadership Lifter podcast. The tables were turned. This time Pastor David Blunt had me on a podcast as the guest. The conv...

  "There is no work-life balance, just life. Prioritize what's important and put your energy where it needs to be."  The conversation during the last episode really hit home on something that is near and dear to my heart. Chris Neema and Michael McGreevey highlighted the importance of nurturing relationships within the family. We had a candid discussion about parenting, relationships, and the tran...

  Chris Niemeyer and Michael McGreevy found themselves in a predicament faced by many men; How to excel at work without neglecting their responsibilities at home? It was a balancing act that seemed to demand all or nothing. However, instead of succumbing to the notion of incompatibility between the two, they decided to challenge it. Their paths intersected during a meet at Dan Miller's mastermind...

"Often it's up to you to make the decision that changes your own life." Ray Edwards was a copywriter and marketer at the top of his game. But in 2011, his life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. As the disease progressed, he found himself in constant pain, unable to walk, and even contemplating suicide. Despite trying various treatments, nothing seemed to work....

"You become the average of the five people you spend the most intentional time with." Ray Edwards is a well-respected copywriter and author who is known for his expertise in creating powerful biographical narratives for entrepreneurs. His recent participation in the Creating Magic Mastermind event has added another feather to his cap. The mastermind events with Lee Cockerell in Orlando Florida are...

  "Being an author takes you places that you don't expect to get." David Hancock, founder of Morgan James Publishing, and Karen Anderson, associate publisher, are the dynamic duo of the publishing world. Their passion is helping authors create transformative, engaging books. During our conversation we talk about their collaborated to launch Magic Press, a publishing imprint that focuses on authors...