The Sparking Entrepreneur Show

In this episode of the Sparking Entrepreneur Show, host Subrat Sahoo sits down with Dale Young, also known as Coach Dale , a coach, author, and speaker who helps entrepreneurs turn chaos into clarity and discover their purpose. Dale shares his personal journey through career changes, business challenges, and the search for meaningful work beyond money and success. We explore how to discover your c...

In this episode of the Sparking Entrepreneur Show, we sit down with Meaghan Kane Benjamin, CEO and Co-Founder of Studio Reinvent, executive communication strategist, and creator of Pitch Camp. Meaghan shares practical insights on executive presence, handling difficult conversations, receiving feedback, and making better decisions. We explore how to stay calm under pressure, build trust, and develo...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, host Raza sits down with Adam Johnson, founder of Rafer Consulting, who brings deep enterprise experience from tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft. Adam reveals why genuine AI readiness isn't just about automation or cutting headcounts, but about fundamentally rethinking how organizations deliver value. From walking the floor and asking coac...

 In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, host Raza speaks with executive coach and former naval aviator Ron Higgs about moving from engineer to effective leader. Ron breaks down why having all the answers holds your team back, how aviation disciplines build calm under pressure, and the power of shifting from "hero firefighter" to empowering your crew. Tune in to learn why grea...

High performance should never come at the cost of your well-being. In this episode of the Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Carrie Chandler shares powerful insights on authentic leadership, setting boundaries, and building a healthier workplace culture. Discover how leaders can prevent burnout, build trust, empower introverted voices, and navigate difficult conversations with curiosity rather than assum...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, host Raza sits down with Art Fromm, founder of Team Sales Development, author, and revenue effectiveness advisor, to explore the secrets behind successful B2B sales. Art shares how aligning sales and pre-sales teams, mastering customer discovery, and connecting technical solutions to business value can transform sales outcomes. They discuss buyer...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Raza sits down with Alesia Briggs, executive coach and Fortune 500 leader. They discuss leadership, decision-making, AI, team dynamics, and sustainable performance. Alesia shares practical insights on handling high-stakes decisions and building stronger teams. They also explore why successful leaders struggle to switch off and how to focus on what...

Ryan Kauth, founder of C-Suite Success sits with Priyanka and explain why founders must rapidly develop their leadership skills to avoid being outgrown by their own companies. Drawing from his experience coaching over 1,000 executives, Ryan shares unique insights into navigating complex family business dynamics, succession planning, and generational innovation. He breaks down actionable strategies...

In this episode of the Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Laurie Magee shares her journey from supply chain and consulting to becoming a professional coach. She discusses career transitions, self-awareness, asking for help, the power of networking, overcoming failure, and why having the right support can accelerate personal and professional growth. A thoughtful conversation about finding purpose, staying...

In this episode of the Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Subrat sits down with Dr. Shannon Jakes, a leadership and organizational development consultant, to explore the human side of leadership. They discuss emotional intelligence, building trust, setting healthy boundaries, delegating effectively, and creating workplace cultures where people feel heard and valued. Shannon also shares insights from her...

Jordan Stewart shares the story behind his remarkable football journey. From Aston Villa’s academy to Leicester City and Major League Soccer, he reflects on the highs and setbacks. He opens up about transitioning from professional football into coaching and leadership. Jordan discusses the mindset, discipline, honesty, and self-belief required to succeed. He also shares insights into player develo...

Join Subrat as he speaks with Dr. Michael Allen, an educator who adopted his 15-year-old brother while in college to save him from the streets. Dr. Allen shares profound insights on overcoming poverty and family addiction by mastering your mindset and shifting from a victim mentality to one of curiosity. Discover how true peace comes from deep self-awareness and learning to control your internal w...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka sits down with David Toner, a leadership coach, former executive sales leader, and business growth strategist, to explore what it takes to lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. With more than two decades of leadership experience, David shares valuable insights on self-awareness, vulnerability, trust, and overcoming limiting beliefs...

In this episode, Kiran Agrahar talks with Jaimie Skultety, founder of Upscale Your Business. Jaimie shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship and business coaching. She discusses LinkedIn, building a strong network, and turning visibility into clients. She also shares practical insights on niche positioning, newsletters, and audience engagement. A valuable conversation for coaches...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka sits down with executive coach Wendy Cary to discuss burnout, leadership, sensitivity, and workplace pressure. Wendy shares her personal journey from corporate burnout to becoming a professional coach. She explains how self-awareness, energy management, and conscious choice can help leaders perform better under pressure. The conversation...

In this episode of the Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka welcomes Angela Maiers, an educator, author, entrepreneur, and leadership expert with over 30 years of experience across education and enterprise. Angela shares her inspiring journey from studying neuroscience and teaching to becoming a global leader focused on helping people unlock their potential. She explains the powerful concept of “m...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka sits down with Dr. Patrick Jinks, a board-certified executive coach, leadership and strategy advisor, best-selling author, and president of The Leaders Perspective. Dr. Patrick shares his journey from more than 20 years in nonprofit executive leadership to becoming an executive coach, and explains how coaching can help leaders and teams d...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka sits down with Anthony Metten, a Master Certified Coach, keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and leadership advisor with more than 20 years of executive experience. Anthony shares his journey into executive coaching and explains how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, communication, trust, and vulnerability can help leaders become mor...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka sits down with Michael Seitchik, executive coach, leadership educator, and organizational development expert. Drawing on decades of experience coaching more than 1,600 executives and leading organizational transformation efforts, Michael shares insights on leadership development, team dynamics, and cultural change. He discusses the import...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka sits down with Holly Lasky, certified coach, executive leadership coach, and entrepreneur, to explore how unconscious patterns shape leadership, relationships, and personal growth. Drawing from over 20 years of business experience, Holly shares how neuroscience-informed coaching, NLP, hypnotherapy, and somatic practices can help uncover l...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka sits down with Carolyn Kemp Larson, organizational psychologist, executive coach, speaker, and trusted advisor to leaders navigating growth, change, and complexity. Carolyn shares insights on self-awareness, perspective-taking, and the importance of creating space to reflect and see the bigger picture. She explores how leaders can balance...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka sits down with Marc Robertson, transformational leadership coach and creator of the Critical Path Leadership Program. Drawing on over 25 years of coaching experience and nearly 1,000 executive clients, Marc shares practical insights on building trust, developing emotional intelligence, and creating high-performing cultures. He discusses t...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, with Dr. Okokon Udo, executive coach, educator, and founder of Soul Engineering LLC. Drawing from his journey through ministry, healthcare, counseling, and leadership development, Dr. Udo shares insights on identity, belonging, emotional intelligence, and conscious leadership. He explores why human connection is essential for thriving organization...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Priyanka sits down with Zoe Alexandra, founder of Zoe Alexandra and creator of the Life Design Method. Zoe works with senior executives, founders, and high-performing leaders who have achieved traditional success but find themselves searching for deeper fulfillment and alignment. Together, they explore why external achievements don’t always lead t...

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Yash Chitale shares a deeply reflective and inspiring journey from leading at the top of a global architecture firm to rediscovering her true calling as a leadership coach, poet, and founder of In My Zone Coaching & Consulting. With a unique blend of creativity, structure, and self-awareness, Yash introduces the concept of living and leading f...