What's The Point? - Discover Your Purpose

She's at her best when she feels inside like she's four-years-old. That's when she is most able to channel that uninhibited, 'born-to-be-wild' spirit which ignites her creativity. Caren Libby is a native of St. Louis who lived in Northern California for 8 years. She has a corporate and entrepreneurial background in sales, marketing, and project management. In 2008, she founded Image Media, LLC as...

After a career in the Singaporean navy, Dr. Karuna Ramanathan took his experience with change leadership and organizational development to the private sector. His extensive studies and broad experience commanding ships of various sizes provided him with key insights about management, leadership, and organizational transformation.   Listen as Dr. Ramanathan shares those insights and his answer to t...

Do you struggle to live bright, bold, and brave? You're not alone! Mich Hancock is a brilliant example of how to accept life on life's terms while being 100% true to who she is. What best defines Mich, however, is that she craves meaningful connections with amazing people; if that's you, start the conversation with her. Mich (think Michelle without the elle) is the founder and CEO of 100th Monkey,...

As much as we plan, prepare, and work, life will bring unexpected challenges. The question becomes: "What am I willing to do to adjust and adapt?" For Dr. Stephen Stowers, the first insurmountable challenge came when his patient-focused, empathetic approach to his practice was crushed when the "corporate" bottom-line-focus became paramount. Profit became the primary and driving factor with hospita...

Dan Rockwell is one of the most highly regarded voices in the field of leadership. His writings, anchored by the Leadership Freak blog, boast over 450,000 followers and are read in virtually every country on Earth.   Now he's a published book author, creating a powerful parable, The Vagrant. His co-author, John David Mann, is himself, a global best-selling author of over 30 books. In The Vagrant,...

Tessa Greenspan has literally gone from the outhouse behind her family's small home in Arkansas to the penthouse she currently calls home. Her story is one of overcoming long odds through determination, creativity, positivity, and a firm belief in the Law of Attraction. As a woman business owner in a male dominant industry, she was able to resurrect a business which was near bankruptcy and develop...

When experts want to book more business, make more money, and maximize their results, they call Lois Creamer, the author of "Book More Business: Make Money Speaking" and "The Speaker Author: Sell More Books and Book More Speeches". Lois work with speakers, consultants, and subject matter experts who want to fully monetize their message.   Connect with Bill: bill@brandingpillars.com www.brandingpil...

In her late 30's, Elizabeth Rosenberg suffered from severe corporate burnout. In a job she loved, traveling the world, living and what appeared to be the ideal life, Elizabeth landed in the emergency room with a migraine where she lost all of her motor skills. This became the foundation for reshaping her priorities in life. In 2017 she leaned into focusing on her health and wellness (physical, men...

How does someone determined to be a band director end up being a multi-million dollar sales leader and a best-selling, award-winning author? Great question! There's no better person to provide that answer than Jeff West, today's guest on What's the Point? Jeff's journey is one of being open to new opportunities, having a constant commitment to learning, and fully embracing his core purpose. One as...

Everyone has unique skills, perspective, and experience - yet many of us don't realize the advantage they present us with. It's not uncommon for us to benefit from an outside, independent, resource that can put our assets into context. That's where Patty Block comes in. In her book, Your Hidden Advantage™: Unlock the Power to Attract Right-fit Clients and Boost Your Revenue, Patty reveals a new pe...

Sometimes what seems like a disaster is actually a catalyst for changes not thought of before. That was the case for Lida Citroen. When the economy tanked in 2008, Lida was one of countless successful corporate executives who were suddenly unemployed. What did she do? She consulted with a coach and had an epiphany. "I can be an entrepreneur!" And that's exactly what she did. Now she helps other ex...

Mitch Meyers is successful in all aspects of her life, most notably perhaps, is that she's an incredibly accomplished business professional, There's only one career that she's failed at, and that's retirement. Her career began in auditing and accounting before making the move to marketing where, at Anheuser-Busch, she became informally known as the "Mother of Bud Light: and was named Ad Age Woman...

When it comes to purpose, passion, and persistence, few have as compelling a story as Dr. Salvatore Forcina! As a child born in Italy during World War II, Dr. Salvatore's early years were spent poverty-stricken and without any proper shelter. Like many Italians at the time, his parents followed a popular migration to Argentina, a stable country that offered rich natural resources and the chance fo...

How does a girl born in a small Texas town go to university on a full drama scholarship yet becomes a general contractor building houses and ultimately become the CEO of Faith Based Counselor Training Institute? Great question. Listen as Holly Haynes shares her story of how following her passion and purpose throughout her life led her to the ideal position - both professionally and personally.   C...

Brian Ahearn is the Chief Influence Officer at Influence PEOPLE. He specializes in applying the science of influence in everyday situations. He's one of only a dozen individuals in the world who holds the Cialdini Method Certified Trainer designation. Brian's first book, Influence PEOPLE, was named one of the Top 100 Influence Books of All Time by BookAuthority. His second book, Persuasive Selling...

"It's the sum of our everyday choices that defines who we are." so says Colleen Doyle Bryant. Colleen is an expert on common decency and the author of five books and more than 50 learning resources about character and values. Her latest book, Rooted in Decency, looks at the decline in common decency in society and ways that we can build more trust and cooperation. Colleen's Talking with Treesserie...

How does a 7-year-old boy learning to play the ukulele in Tulsa, Oklahoma become known world-wide as a master of the Flamenco guitar? Purpose. Passion. Persistence. Ronald Radford learned guitar prior to hearing - and falling in love with - Flamenco guitar. He was immediately "all in" - his thirst to master this musical style fully ignited. A series of events led to him beginning his career as a s...

Tambry Harris found her voice, named her truth, and created a vision to help others who have experienced the pain and shame of abuse find healing, strength, and freedom. She has a Masters in Applied Psychology and certifications in the areas of Leadership Coaching, Spiritual Direction, Change Management, and Diversity. Through her organization, Going Forward: Survivors to Thrivers, she provides in...

As a Mental Toughness Coach, Chris Dorris is ultimately in the business of Success Coaching. He helps people close the gap between how their lives are and how they want them to be. Starting his career as a social worker working on the streets of Atlantic City, helping the mentally ill, drug addicted and homeless populations upgrade their lives, provided Chris with a unique perspective on persisten...

Juggling led Jeff Koziatek to the life of a well-known entertainer. He performed in a variety of venues and formats around the world. Life as a juggler also led Jeff to the challenge of how to juggle his professional life and his personal life. Solving that puzzle, in turn, led Jeff to a life as a business advisor, author, speaker, and peak performance coach. Listen as Jeff discusses with host Bil...

"Purpose is a source of renewable energy that will power humanity forward." This quote, from today's guest Akhtar Badshah, hits at the root of the What's the Point? podcast. Purpose. Badshah is Chief Catalyst – Catalytic Innovators Group and co-founder Center for Purpose Mindset. His book, The Purpose Mindset, shares the five principles that help you move the focus on the "me" to the focus on the...

Rocky Sickmann is a kind, grateful, selfless, caring, gentleman - and true American Patriot. His story is one that everyone absolutely needs to learn. If you've not listened to, or watched, Part 1 of Iranian Hostage - American Patriot featuring Rocky Sickmann, it's suggested that you do prior to experiencing Part 2. In Part 1, Rocky shares the story of becoming a Marine, being held hostage for 444...

Love of Family. Love of Faith. Love of Country. These are the core values that Rocky Sickmann was raised to believe. He not only embraced them, he has lived them in the best of times and the most challenging ones. Rocky was a young Marine, eager, proud, and honored to be selected to become a part of the Marine Security Guard. Little did he know how that decision would change his life. Rocky, and 5...

Today's guest, Fleet Rand, has a core belief that all of us are seeking secure attachment - a relationship that matters. Such a relationship might be with a family member, a spouse, a higher power - basically any one that can provide unconditional love. Fleet is a Mental Health Professional specializing in individual counseling, family counseling, drug and alcohol recovery counseling, treatment pl...

The Great American Road Trip has been a staple of life in the U.S. for decades. There are so many places to see, visit, experience. Sometimes getting there can seem like a chore. But now, there's a travel 'oasis' on I-55 and I-44.   Michael Rubenstein and his partners have brought his vision of the ideal highway stop to life in the form of Wally's - THE Great American Road Trip. The concept is bri...