Wisdom on the Front Porch

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick and Bruno Cignacco explore compassionate business practices. They discuss the human side of business, the challenges in adopting compassion, and creating psychologically safe workplaces. The conversation covers balancing micromanagement with employee autonomy, the role of generosity, and addressing the negative impacts of a profit-driven...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick chats with Solomon Pratt about his journey in the fitness industry, focusing on overcoming limiting beliefs and empowering women's fitness. They explore entrepreneurial challenges, especially during COVID-19, and the role of passion in overcoming them. Solomon discusses his fitness app, emphasizing consistent habits and self-love. The co...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick introduces Sara Im, who shares her remarkable journey from surviving Cambodia's concentration camps to becoming an entrepreneur in the US. Sara discusses her early life, transition to wellness work, and the resilience and mindset she developed along the way. She talks about her book, the impact of sharing personal stories, and her speaki...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick engages with Scott Schilling to explore his career and entrepreneurial journey. They discuss Scott's transition to professional speaking and training, emphasizing the integral role of sales and marketing in entrepreneurship. The conversation highlights heart-centered selling, effective sales conversations, and networking strategies. Scot...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick welcomes Dina Marais to discuss her work with Soul Purpose Publishing and other ventures. They delve into Human Design, Gene Keys, and the power of rewriting life stories. Dina shares her career transition inspired by "The Alchemist" and reflects on her ideal clients, highlighting the concept of a book as a business card. The conversatio...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick chats with S.S. Coulter about her transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, sharing lessons learned from failure. They discuss her ventures in children's literature, the mindset of stay-at-home moms, and homeschooling. The conversation highlights her child play app, focusing on play, screen time, and business insights. They exp...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick sits down with James Rogy to explore a range of topics from the technical setup of a home office to the intricacies of balancing family and career. James shares insights into his background and reflects on hypothetical career changes. The conversation delves into his passion for mentoring, leadership, and public speaking, touching on the...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick chats with Nathalie Bedard about her shift from a traditional career to becoming an artist. Nathalie shares her journey through entrepreneurial challenges in Portugal and Canada, focusing on creativity and self-discovery. They discuss how nature influences personal and business growth, including healing with plants. Nathalie also highlig...

This is not your typical Wisdom on the Front Porch podcast. This is a summit by your Wisdom on the Front Porch host, LS Kirkpatrick, who produced the summit. LS thought you might like to hear from other entrepreneurs and how they lead.

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick engages with Katherine Martin-Fisher to discuss balancing business and personal life, offering insights into business coaching and scaling. They explore the importance of business diversity and building strong team relationships, emphasizing the need to adapt to different entrepreneurial learning styles. Self-care strategies for entrepre...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick engages with Greg Bennick in a multifaceted discussion that spans from the art of juggling to writing and public speaking. They delve into the unique journey from juggling to speaking, and the inspiration behind Greg's book "Reclaim the Moment." The conversation touches on personal connections, authenticity, and balancing opportunities....

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick sits down with Shana Francesca to explore her inspiring journey from cult survivor to entrepreneur. They delve into the healing process and how trauma informed Shana's entrepreneurial endeavors. The conversation highlights ethics and personal growth in leadership, emphasizing the importance of cultivating successful leadership cultures t...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick chats with Dwayne Morton about his entrepreneurial journey and The One Sixty Eight Game, which emphasizes valuing time. Dwayne shares how overcoming health challenges and trauma led him to write a book. They discuss Bill Walsh's advice on writing, including content, audience, and selecting a publisher. The conversation also covers emotio...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick is joined by Bethany Stone to discuss the vital role of mindset and coaching in entrepreneurship. Bethany emphasizes the importance of helping adults embrace their inner child and the value of failure in achieving goals and growth. The conversation covers the necessity of taking pauses for mental preparation and handling negative feedbac...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick welcomes Barry Labov to discuss their journeys into the world of business and the entrepreneurial spirit. They explore the importance of sales, authenticity, and humility, emphasizing the value of mentorship and continuous learning. Despite technical difficulties, the conversation delves into company values, ideal clients, and the signif...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick chats with Kevin Thallemer about his holistic leadership coaching approach. They discuss optimal group sizes, traits of high-performing teams, and the psychoanalytic approach to constructive conflict. Kevin shares conflict resolution strategies and insights on workplace fulfillment, team communication, and managing generational divides....

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick chats with Kinga Vajda about her shift from the corporate world to entrepreneurship. Kinga highlights the importance of communication, transparency, and strategic thinking for business success. They discuss balancing current and future goals, the gap between business metrics and HR, and changes affecting leadership trust. Kinga shares ad...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick is joined by Joe Dietrich and Carly Pepin to explore the landscape of entrepreneurship. They delve into the challenges of burnout and the importance of effective leadership, emphasizing the significance of delegation and productivity. Carly Pepin shares her personal entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the mindset needed to handle failu...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick sits down with Blaz Marlot to explore his entrepreneurial journey and unique coaching approach. Blaz shares insights into the benefits and challenges of entrepreneurship, offering valuable advice for introverted entrepreneurs looking to carve their path. The conversation delves into his future vision and strategies for overcoming obstacl...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick sits down with Ben Cena to explore his journey in the publishing industry. They discuss the role of books in problem-solving and the unique human element in writing that stands apart from AI. Ben shares the impact of personal stories in publishing, effective marketing strategies for authors, and the challenges faced in the industry. They...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick and Nathan Desnoyers explore Nathan's background in real estate, focusing on his innovative approach to house hacking. Nathan shares his journey into the world of real estate, detailing his first house hack experience and the benefits and challenges that come with it. The discussion covers specialized rental niches like Section 8 and ass...

Join LS Kirkpatrick and John David Graham as they explore John's journey from renovating a Victorian house to overcoming homelessness and achieving entrepreneurial success. They delve into his adventures, survival lessons, and encounters with Texas critters. The conversation highlights the power of hope in writing and society, the art of storytelling for entrepreneurs, and navigating community bac...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick and Alan Lazaros discuss Alan's journey from early ventures to a successful corporate career, detailing a life-changing car accident and the inception of Campus Libre. They explore the transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, emphasizing leadership and team dynamics. Alan shares his personal growth journey, partnership with Ke...

In this episode, LS Kirkpatrick welcomes John David Graham, who shares his journey of renovating a Victorian house and the significance of front porches in fostering community. John reflects on his mountain climbing experiences, encounters with Texas wildlife, and his mission with Good Samaritan Home. The conversation touches on the power of hope in storytelling and the importance of good writing...

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick and Maxwell Levy delve into Maxwell's entrepreneurial journey, highlighting his triumph over blindness and building resilience. They explore the importance of website accessibility and usability, offering insights into creating inclusive podcast content. Maxwell shares his expertise on working with podcasters, emphasizing the benefits of...