We Are VIP Podcast

Dr. Wayne Baker, author of All You Have To Do Is Ask, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about mastering the most important skill for success: the ability to ask for the things we need to succeed. We discuss asking for references, asking for raises or larger starting salaries, and other uncomfortable asks you may encounter in your professional future. We discuss how to make a SMART request i...

Chris Allaire, CEO and Founder of Averity, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about his insight into the job market and some of the tips he has for hiring managers and for people looking for their next job. We discuss what makes a "quality hire," the benefits of collaborating in the hiring process, and the overall challenges and rewards of the "people business." About the Guest: Website: htt...

Michael Levitt, the Founder & Chief Burnout Officer of The Breakfast Leadership Network, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the causes of workplace burnout and the steps you can take to prevent it from happening to you. We discuss the effects of burnout on a company and the ways employees can create boundaries in their professional lives that help them achieve a better personal bal...

Kwame Christian, Director and Lead Trainer at the American Negotiation Institute, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about negotiation and conflict management. Kwame brings a unique multidisciplinary approach to making difficult conversations easier, including salary negotiations, coworker disputes, client conversations and more. He shares insights to help others be more creative in their ne...

Berta Medina, founder of Dreamers Succeed, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about accountability and getting out of the comfort zone. Berta is an Accountability and Adventure Coach, infusing classic coaching with a healthy dose of discovery and adventure. With her specialized trademark of “comfort zone coaching,” she’s revolutionized the path to growth for individuals and teams. About the...

Sean Glaze, the author of Great Results Team Building, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about inspiring others to be better teammates and the benefits that come with collaboration in the workplace. We discuss company morale, leadership skills, and other elements needed for the ideal team environment. We also discuss the 10 Commandments of Winning Teammates to help business leaders encourag...

Michael Tanner joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about leadership development. Michael shares tips to help new leaders adapt to their new roles and shares advice to help employers better invest in employee development. He shares from his experience in the United States Marine Corps and highlights how the structure and discipline helped shape the leader he is today. About the Guest: LinkedIn...

In the finale of this two-part miniseries, Amilya Antonetti joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about her entrepreneurial journey and the importance that human behavior has played in her success. She helps other entrepreneurs better understand their employees and how they can be motivated to reach company goals. Part One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ekd9OzGOrOs https://youtu.be/Ekd9OzGOrO...

Human Behavior Expert and Strategic Advisor Amilya Antonetti join VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about building businesses with strong company culture. We discuss the Genius Key that unlocks your full potential and discusses how employers can maximize their employee’s skills to reach company goals. We also discuss self-awareness in the workplace and how it strengthens leadership skills and emp...

Gleb Tsipursky, CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about decision making strategies and the cognitive biases that cause us to make poor decisions. We discuss the "go with your gut" mentality and how it can create risk for business leaders. We also discuss strategies to make quick decisions and how to recover when you've made a bad one. About the Guest: Disa...

Alison Henderson, CEO of Moving Image Consulting, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the art of body language in a professional environment and the role it plays in interviews and the usual workday. As a body language and presentation consultant, she will share her expert tips to help you present the best version of yourself to others in order to see greater success. About the Guest: M...

Charles Read, author of The Payroll Book, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the challenges of payroll and the changes payroll professionals can expect in the future. We discuss the importance of the payroll function within an organization and the steps a company can make to ensure payroll is optimized and efficiently running. He shares the common mistakes companies make when it comes...

Debra Roberts, Relationship Expert, Communications Specialist, and author of The Relationship Protocol joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about relationship building. She shares tips to help listeners become better communicators, prepare for interviews, and maintain professionalism while discussing difficult topics. About the Guest: Website: https://www.therelationshipprotocol.com/ Book: htt...

Frank Agin, President & Founder of AmSpirit Business Connections, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about professional networking, generating quality referrals, and managing business relationships online and offline. We discuss virtual networking in an increasingly remote world, networking tips for beginners, and advice to help professionals create an engaging "pitch" when meeting other...

Taylor Welch, Co-Founder of Traffic & Funnels and host of the Daily Mind Medicine Podcast joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about productivity, company culture, and leadership. He shares insights from his experience as an entrepreneur and advice to help salespeople excel in their careers. About the Guest: Daily Mind Medicine Podcast: https://trafficandfunnels.com/dailymindmedicine/ Traf...

Brenda Siri, Head of Talent Acquisition at Aventiv, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about company culture, talent acquisition, and the incredible mission her company works towards. Aventiv is the parent company to a family of companies that provides leading edge civil and criminal justice technology solutions that improve public safety and modernize the incarceration experience. About the...

Sarah Elkins, Communication Coach, Strengths Coach, and author of the new book “Your Stories Don’t Define You: How You Tell Them Will,” joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about career storytelling. We discuss company culture and its relationship with effective communication, storytelling in an interview, and more. About the Guest: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesmileisfree/ Website...

Linh Truong is a professional speaker and corporate trainer, providing CPE training on a variety of topics including agile auditing, corporate culture, ERM, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking skills. She joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about Agile Auditing, an approach to auditing that addresses the challenges internal audit functions face today. About the Guest: LinkedIn: http...

Brian Ahearn, Chief Influence Officer at Influence PEOPLE, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the art of non-manipulative persuasion. Brian’s passion is to help you achieve greater professional success and enjoy more personal happiness by learning how to ethically move others to action using the science of influence. He shares his tips to help job seekers learn this skill and use it to...

Chasity Crawley, a certified coach with the International Coaching Federation, John Maxwell Team, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about emotional intelligence. Chasity is a skilled coach, leader, and results specialist, and discusses the importance of emotional intelligence when interviewing and in the workplace once hired. She is passionate about intentional leadership and employee engag...

Dana Garnett, Meditator, Conflict Strategist, and CPA, join VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about boosting your company’s social dynamics and take creativity, productivity, and profitability to new heights. We discuss conflict resolution, workplace stressors, and how to overcome these challenges to encourage better collaboration. About the Guest: Website: https://mindfulstrategy.com/ LinkedIn:...

Bob Burg, best selling author of The Go-Giver, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about servant leadership, influence, and entrepreneurial success. His wisdom helps shift the focus of go-getters to live a more fulfilling life while still maintaining professional successes. We discuss the philosophy that money is the echo of value and the idea that entrepreneurs must first provide true value...

Byron Morrison, author of the best selling book “Become a Better You,” joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the “shadow side of success” for CEOs and business owners and how it impacts their lives. He shares his advice to help leaders cope with stress and focus on wellness to find greater success. We discuss the difficulty in finding a work-life balance and the benefits of creating a bet...

Amanda Tabor Davis & Audrey Tabor join VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about limitations in the workplace. Aubrey shares her story as a Muscular Dystrophy Ambassador in her community. Amanda, her mother, shares her experience as a full-time professional that cares for a child with physical limitations. Together, they shed light on their experience and encourage employers to have compassion...

Scott Ferguson from Time to Shine Today joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about leveling up your job search. He shares the importance of a positive mindset when searching for a job and provides insights to help employers create a better interview process. He also shares information about his podcast and new book, both of which will help job seekers "level up" their game and land their next...