The Sparking Entrepreneur Show

Join us in this episode as we delve into Lindsey Shuford's incredible transformation from a dedicated educator with 25 years of experience to a certified life and wellness coach. Discover how Lindsey's journey, marked by her battle with a rare form of lung cancer and her determination to continue her education despite countless surgeries, led her to a fulfilling career helping individuals with chr...

Join us for an inspiring journey through the remarkable career of Dr. Cheryl Roberts, an advocate for helping others excel in their passions. With 40 years in higher education and two decades in executive leadership, including 14 years as a college president, Cheryl's story is one of collaboration, innovation, and community impact. Discover how she empowers individuals to set audacious goals, deve...

Meet Leigh Neys, a career transition specialist dedicated to helping educators embark on meaningful, well-paying second careers. Discover her unique approach to identifying career niches, recommending tailored learning and networking opportunities, and crafting personalized career materials. Learn how Leigh's strategic guidance empowers educators to stand out, pursue purpose-driven paths, and achi...

Join us in an inspiring episode as we chat with Steve Stover, the founder of Shofar Consulting Services, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in vocational rehab, specializing in empowering individuals with disabilities towards financial independence. Steve's unique journey from being a vocational rehab expert to receiving disability benefits and launching his own business i...

Dive into the world of coaching with Greg Clark, an architect turned coach who's reshaping his profession. Greg believes in making architecture firms better to create a better industry. In this enlightening episode, Greg shares the essential qualities of a successful coach, including active listening, a growth mindset, and a compassionate yet firm approach. Discover how he helps clients overcome o...

Meet John Tarnoff, a seasoned entertainment industry veteran who transitioned into a career reinvention coach, specializing in guiding baby boomers and late-career professionals through ageism challenges. Discover how he helps individuals extend their working lives, navigate career transitions, and pursue second acts or encore careers. Explore his remarkable journey from the entertainment industry...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Jessica Williams, a seasoned management consultant, and career strategist. Jessica has a passion for helping high-performing professionals navigate the competitive job market and secure positions they may never encounter on their own. Discover how Jessica's authenticity and confidence shine through as she encourages you to trust that the job market is ri...

Join career transition coach John Neral as he helps mid-career professionals navigate career shifts, communicate their unique value, and elevate job satisfaction. Learn how to strategically transition, craft a powerful professional identity, and tell your career story effectively to captivate employers' interest. Discover John's transformative coaching approach that empowers professionals to achie...

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Michele Reiner, a seasoned nonprofit leadership expert and coach with over 30 years of experience in the sector. Michele shares her wealth of knowledge and insights gained from working at both national and local nonprofit organizations. Discover how she empowers ambitious nonprofit leaders to harness their intuition, sharpen their insights, and amplif...

Join us in this inspiring episode as we dive into the world of personal coaching and leadership development with Sally Maxwell. With over 13 years of experience, including her impressive background as an internationally competitive ski racer, ranked 4th in the world, Sally understands the importance of mental strength and teamwork in achieving peak performance. Discover how Sally combines actionab...

Dive into an inspiring conversation with Stephanie Hessler, a finance industry veteran who honed her expertise on Wall Street at Merrill Lynch and Northern Trust Global Investments, managing billions of dollars in financial transactions. Stephanie's rich experience, combined with her passion for personal growth and mentorship, led her to transition into coaching. She now empowers high-achieving co...

Meet Collette Portis, the Founder, CEO, and Award-Winning Master Business Coach of RED Development Group. With deep entrepreneurial roots, Collette has taken her company from zero to six figures in just 9 months, showcasing her exceptional leadership and coaching skills. With nearly 30 years of experience as a Master Business Coach and Strategist, Collette has helped numerous business owners, entr...

Join us as we sit down with Bruce Handler, a Certified Executive and Career Transitions Coach, with over 20 years of leadership experience in human resources. Bruce's expertise in providing standout Resumes, LinkedIn Profiles, and coaching services has helped countless individuals achieve their goals and overcome challenges. With a passion for empowering his clients, Bruce uses powerful coaching t...

Unlock your professional potential with Michael Leopold, a renowned HR consultant, career accelerator, and executive coach. In this episode of the Show, Michael shares his expertise in career exploration, resume optimization, job search strategies, salary negotiation, and positioning professionals for their next big opportunity. Whether you're a recent college graduate, a senior professional aimin...

Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Dr. Diely Pichardo-Johansson, a retired physician, bestselling author, and life coach. After a successful career in oncology and overcoming her own battle with cancer, she now empowers others to embrace life with joy and passion. Discover her expert insights on finding authentic joy, work-life balance, reinventing your career, and building fulf...

Discover the power of personal and professional growth as we introduce Joe Masi, a seasoned professional coach and counselor with over two decades of experience. Joe's expertise lies in communication training, team performance, and personal transformation, making him a master facilitator for both individuals and corporate teams. With a unique blend of counseling, acting, and performance assessment...

Meet Mary Holmström, a passionate life coach, speaker, and philanthropist. With a diverse background in linguistics, broadcast journalism, acting, and corporate strategy, Mary's journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. After a successful career in the corporate world, she decided to follow her true calling and became a life transitions coach, helping high performers navigate professional a...

Marga Odahowski, a seasoned expert armed with a master's degree in counseling education. With years of research, teaching, and community-building experience, Marga is passionate about sharing skills to help busy professionals navigate life's challenges with ease, humor, and grace. Marga's mission is to empower leaders and their teams with future-mindedness and resiliency. Through engaging talks on...

Meet Janice Debo, your expert networking coach, and business consultant. With over 20 years of experience and an extensive network, Janice can help you make vital business connections that elevate your career or business. From personalized programs to stress management, entrepreneurship, and sales training, she's got you covered. Janice's expertise lies in designing personalized programs tailored...

Mary O'Sullivan, a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry. Throughout her career, Mary has been a catalyst for change, guiding teams and individuals towards new perspectives and growth. As a credentialed coach by the International Coach Federation and a Senior Certified Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management, Mary brings a we...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with the remarkable Lisa Foster, founder of 1 Bag at a Time, Inc. With a mission to save the world, one bag at a time, Lisa's journey from a startup to a top supplier of reusable grocery bags nationwide is a testament to her visionary leadership. Join us as Lisa shares valuable insights on building a successful business, the power of authentic leadership, and...

Join HR expert Janice Chaka as she shares powerful insights on supporting introverted professionals in the workplace. Discover practical strategies to create an inclusive environment where introverts can thrive and contribute their best. Whether you're an introvert seeking career success or an employer aiming for a diverse workforce, this episode will inspire positive change. Tune in for valuable...

In this episode, we dive into the incredible journey of Marian Howley, a former finance executive with over 30 years of experience in corporate banking and wealth management. From her roles at prestigious institutions like U.S. Trust Bank of America and Deutsche Bank, Marian shares valuable insights on building relationships, motivating high-performing teams, and driving revenue growth. Now a Cert...

Meet Luciana Paulise, a dynamic and inspiring CEO, businesswoman, and millennial leader, also known as Lucy. As a passionate advocate for unleashing human potential, Lucy offers powerful coaching sessions on leadership skills, self-confidence, and time management. With a strong background as an MBA, Agile Coach, Scrum Master, and ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, Lucy brings a wealth of expertise an...

Aileen M Paszek, an accomplished career and job search coach, to share her invaluable insights on landing your dream executive job. With a wealth of experience assisting hundreds of executives in reaching their career goals, Aileen is a certified resume writer and LinkedIn optimizer, specializing in accelerating time to offer for her clients. As a thought leader in the HR industry, Aileen's expert...