Chris Williams

UnMuted

Business EN ↓ 254 episodes

Welcome to Unmuted—where real men reclaim their voice, their values, and their vision. I’m Chris Williams—husband, father, former corporate leader turned digital entrepreneur. After 18 years in the system, I was laid off and left to rebuild my life, my marriage, and my mission from the ground up. What started as a breakdown became a breakthrough—and now I’m here to help you do the same. This is not another surface-level success podcast. Every week, we get real about the hard stuff.✅ Leading a blended family✅ Building a business from scratch✅ Navigating faith in uncertain times✅ Redefining...

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Striving for perfection? Why? And are boys and girls raised differently when it comes to leadership? This and other thoughts from the great Vien Truong. 30.11.2017 35:04

What are leaders designed to be? One thing’s for sure, they’re not designed to give in to the status quo. This episode is packed with leadership tips from Vien Truong, the CEO of The Dream Corps who dares to play bigger. Enjoy! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Vien Truong lands in Oakland in the 80’s during the crack era. Goes from nothing to advising on billions of dollars in public investments for energy and community development programs. And not done… 28.11.2017 39:38

In this episode, we talk to Vien Truong who is the CEO of The Dream Corps, a nonprofit, a social justice accelerator. Among the things Vien shares is #YesWeCode, their remarkable and empowering project that aims to create more diversity in the tech sector. Listen now! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 50 is here! Let’s talk all things High Level Wisdom from season 2 and what is to come. 01.11.2017 18:37

Time to celebrate EPISODE 50! It's here and we have a lot to discuss and what's that?1?!?!...A tour coming? 😳🤔 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jay McDonald shares 7 BIG tips if you are eying the C-Suite at your company. And why is being a bar tender and cab driver a great way to get educated? 26.10.2017 26:59

How does a leader manage a crisis situation? In this episode, executive coach Jay McDonald talks about the best managed crisis situation he had seen. Tune in now and learn! 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The one thing you, The President of The United States of America, and ultra productive people all share is TIME. Where you are now is the result of how you have invested it. 24.10.2017 42:49

What makes a great CEO? I ask executive coach Jay McDonald this question. Listen to this episode and learn from someone who has over 30 years experience as a CEO, entrepreneur and business advisor. 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Manufacturing is long overdue for reinvention. Millennials can be that reason it resurges as a sought after industry. David Braun has the passion and the how in this episode. 12.10.2017 38:45

Are you interested in working in the romanticized field of M&A? Or perhaps in an industry that needs reinventing—the manufacturing industry? Tune in to this episode to learn what working in these areas are like. You may be surprised. 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why selling your business is good but you should be prepared for the funeral. Here is the inside scoop on all things to prepare yourself for selling or acquiring a business. 10.10.2017 37:21

What goes through the mind of a business owner or a CEO when they are selling their company? Or, how about if they’re buying one? In this episode, we talk to David Braun, founder and CEO of Capstone and a thought leader in the field of M&A. 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How a woman who has never been to the beach because of a skin condition gets the beach trip of her life thanks to IACT Health. CEO Jeff Kingsley shares her story and much more. 05.10.2017 33:34

If you are passionate about helping others, you’ll surely want to listen to this episode as Dr. Jeff Kingsley tells of some heartwarming stories of hope and cure. Be prepared to be inspired by his passion for his work as a clinical researcher and as a leader/CEO. 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What does it take to get proven medicines from clinical research to the masses? Dr. Jeff Kingsley shares the how and why Millennials are finding the cures for tomorrow today. 03.10.2017 42:43

A CEO who is passionate about clinical research and changing the world. He has a natural affinity for millennials. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Kingsley, founder and CEO of IACT Health, talks about why he is in clinical research and what makes his company attractive to millennials, plus more. 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The future of employee contracts, and human capital strategies as told by Mike Zani, CEO of The Predictive Index 28.09.2017 48:08

Employment contracts that are just a couple of years or so? That is today’s reality, and it’s a far cry from the lifetime employment of old. Learn how companies can make these shorter-term contracts healthy for both parties. 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What does The Predictive Index and the 1996 US Olympic Sailing Team have in common? Mike Zani. A Gen Xer who loves behavioral studies. 26.09.2017 44:21

This is definitely a fun episode! Chris was brave enough to have Mike Zani interpret – live, on the show! -- the results of The Predictive Index assessment that Chris took. This and more on HLW Episode 42. 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is the college degree valuable for employment in the future? And what machine will take my job? All this and more with Scott Hartley who says tech can be applied anywhere. 21.09.2017 37:06

Scott Hartley, author of The Fuzzy and the Techie, gives us quite a bit of insight into how a non-techie can participate in a tech world. If you are a non-techie with an idea for improving your industry, yet are hesitant around technology, this is just the right episode for you. 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Don’t consider yourself a “techie” but like the industry? Learn why your Liberal Arts degree is actually needed in technology. 19.09.2017 40:53

Don’t have a degree in technology, but you want to join a tech firm? Scott Hartley, author of The Fuzzy and the Techie, tells us how. Listen to his riveting anecdotes on some of the famous leaders in the tech world today who don’t have tech backgrounds. 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is frozen middle of your company is dying? And why you should embrace employees who move around a lot. This CEO has these answers and more! 14.09.2017 37:44

Avetis speaks highly of baby boomers. In this episode, you’ll learn why. You’ll also learn many things that can help you further your career. This is a must-listen! 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Want to be ahead of the Millennial pack? This CEO tell you how to standout to become the next executive in your company. 12.09.2017 40:46

Bridging the generation gap. This episode is for you if you’re looking for ways to connect with your baby boomer leadership at work. Learn and enjoy! 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BONUS: What is social contagion? This CEO says our embedded routines are driving how we lead. #habits 07.09.2017 27:20

Social contagion, a great habit of leadership, simple healthy habits at work, and more. These are the things we talk about on HLW Episode 37 with Andrew Sykes. Tune in now and learn! 🎧 🎤 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep36- BONUS: Forget leadership as a skill. It’s your habits that determine a lot about how you lead. 05.09.2017 33:19

Andrew Sykes, President of Habits at Work, talks about habits that contribute to superior performance at work. Don’t miss this episode. 🎧 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep35- Todd Coachrane shares the three life events that changed his life. Also learn the ULTIMATE goal of all entrepreneurs. 31.08.2017 24:58

What is your perspective on life? Todd Cochrane tells us about some significant events that has changed how he views life. Listen now to Episode 35 of High Level Wisdom. 🎧 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep34- 25 years in the US NAVY put this Baby Boomer CEO in position to lead hundreds of thousands…In podcasting? 29.08.2017 45:03

Todd Cochrane talks about how important it is for emerging leaders to be exposed to a wide range of leadership. Todd is the founder and CEO of RawVoice and its subsidiary Blubrry. He was inducted into the Podcast Hall of Fame in 2015. 🎧 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep33- There are two ways of leading. Which one is the most effective? Brett tells you. 24.08.2017 37:02

Brett reveals the one book you should read at least 10 times in your life. Episode 33 has the answer. Listen now! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep32- Hurting for a CFO? Here how this company finds great ones and sees the Millennial’s attitude towards the workplace. 22.08.2017 38:41

What's the definition of hard work? This CEO has one for you and it's worth your 👂🏻. Listen to Episode 32 now! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep31- Gen X CEO Susan Apgood shares why just getting mentions of your company is not enough. 17.08.2017 25:29

A lot of CEOs and CMOs think the number of times their company name is mentioned on the news is a measure of success. Are they right? Find out on HLW Episode 31. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep30- This Gen Xer CEO has a Millennial executive teach you about story telling. And there’s a good reason. 15.08.2017 42:05

Meet a Generation X CEO guest along with a millennial executive in her PR company. Tune in to HLW Episode 30 and get some tips from Susan Apgood and Kelsey O’Planick on how to tell your story successfully. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep29-The ultimate life hacks to stay organized as a CEO 10.08.2017 30:09

Do you find it difficult to keep on top of your To-Do list? Are you wanting to start your own company? Listen to HLW Episode 29 as Paul Powers shares some life hacks for staying organized. He also shares some tips for startups. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep28: How A Millennial CEO Uses Baby Boomer Skills to Build A Worldwide Tech Company 08.08.2017 34:52

Paul Powers, a millennial CEO, tells us he has learned a lot from spending time with baby boomers. In HLW Episode 28, he shares those valuable knowledge and some of his own wisdom. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy