Working on Purpose

Many people accidentally find themselves in careers they did not intend for themselves. But not all of them find their joy in having landed there. This guest is an exception, which should delight anyone who has children of their own or who is betting on the next generation who enter the workforce. Having graduated with a degree in Biology, Ms. Wainwright was surprised to get recruited to teach Bio...

As the state of the workplace dynamically changes to meet technological disruptions and competitive demands, a segment of the working population begins to consider striking out on their own. Doing so requires having a vision that aligns with our own values and a well-considered strategy for growth. Proactively managing cash flow and careful consideration toward scaling the business are often overl...

We eat every day. But what we put in our bodies makes all the difference in the world to our health. Starting off early in life by learning to choose a nutritional diet is the foundation of a vibrant population. And yet, diabetes is at an epidemic level among Texan children, largely due to uninformed nutritional choices by caregivers. Having access to fresh and healthy food sources is critical to...

We eat every day. But what we put in our bodies makes all the difference in the world to our health. Starting off early in life by learning to choose a nutritional diet is the foundation of a vibrant population. And yet, diabetes is at an epidemic level among Texan children, largely due to uninformed nutritional choices by caregivers. Having access to fresh and healthy food sources is critical to...

Men and women approach work and sales differently. And both genders can learn something from the other. This episode with a gender expert focuses on how to empower and enlighten women in sales and business. This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's 6PM ET on W4CY Radio – ( www.w4cy.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/) . B...

As the state of the workplace dynamically changes to meet technological disruptions and competitive demands, a segment of the working population begins to consider striking out on their own. Doing so requires having a vision that aligns with our own values and a well-considered strategy for growth. Proactively managing cash flow and careful consideration toward scaling the business are often overl...

As the state of the workplace dynamically changes to meet technological disruptions and competitive demands, a segment of the working population begins to consider striking out on their own. Doing so requires having a vision that aligns with our own values and a well-considered strategy for growth. Proactively managing cash flow and careful consideration toward scaling the business are often overl...

At Soulman’s, he and his team profoundly understand that culture eats strategy for breakfast and so have purposely created theirs to excel at food, service, and cleanliness. In this episode, Brett shares his own journey into the restaurant business, how he and his team created their culture based on faith, the importance of being a creative follower, and how he has developed his own leadership sty...

The workplace is comprised of women who excel at empathy and communication and men who bring the “hard skills” like critical thinking and problem solving… right? Uh no, not so much. But that type of either-or thinking is all too common. Unfortunately, it does not serve the interests of the men and women who make up the workforce nor the businesses who rely on their contribution of talent. So, what...

No matter what kind of work we do, having the skill to choose our words for maximum impact can make all the difference in our results. And finally, the manner we manage our diets, finance, and even relationships both at work and at home can be classified as either “cleansing or clogging.” In this episode, we explore these seemingly independent ideas and how they can be practiced and woven together...

In 1999, in Ecuador with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, SSgt. Morgan came under fire by a militant terrorist group and ultimately was thrown from the vehicle he was riding in, crushing his back, and leaving him paralyzed and face down in contaminated water. After two months in a coma, the road to recovery for SSgt. Morgan was long and daunting, plagued with debilitating pain, infe...

Principal Evan Robb believes students need to develop a growth mindset, be encouraged to think creatively, and are nourished by inspiration, something he relishes providing in his various forms of communication. In this episode, we explore the current challenges in middle school education and how Principal Robb delights in addressing them and turning them to positive advantage, connecting with the...

Corporate wellness programs today are common conversation fodder, and on this program we’ve featured many kinds of professionals who specialize in various corporate offerings. But consider the environment we work in and how it’s set up, which can make all the difference to our productivity, comfort, and contentment. And we often take the ambient nature of our surroundings for granted or don’t pay...

In order to perform optimally in a challenging environment, exceptional professionals and leaders are learning the importance and payoff of understanding their fears in depth and working through them to create new, healthier behavioral patterns that are conducive to deeper relationships, better results, and increased innovation. Similarly, working to increase levels of self-confidence in order to...

During his young teen years, Christopher Scott was given a prophecy by a priest who had occasion to meet him that he would live a remarkable life but would have to endure some horrific things along the way. Little did he know at the time just how resoundingly true and sobering this utterance would be. Only a few years later, he would find himself in prison for a murder he did not commit, spend 13...

Professionals enjoy a clear advantage when able to deliver clear and concise messages, whether in writing or speaking. Persuasive communication skills help us get noticed at work and will often distinguish a career in excellence versus mediocrity. Listening and communicating to resolve or minimize conflict strengthens us in a leadership role, when part of a team, or in serving clients. This show i...

Anna Scheller’s passion in her work is fueled by experiencing the change she experienced in her own businesses as a result of investment in professional sales training. In one year, she increased the revenues in her corporate housing business 50 percent and doubled the volume in her network marketing business. She personally knows the power of setting challenging but attainable goals and rigorous...

Corporate yoga classes are provided on site, providing balance, energy, and wholeness to individual employees as well as building a stronger, more dynamic, and more responsible and connected corporate. When employees change back into their work clothes and go back to their desks after class, they are refreshed and often renewed for the remainder of their day. Moreover, stronger bonds develop betwe...

In this episode, we speak with CEO Donald Thompson, an African American technology leader who has created and navigated an unlikely path to success and who’s on a tear to help his fellow young and aspiring entrepreneurs and others find their own leadership path. Having grown his own career in technology, then leadership, then founding a few companies along the way, to investing in other companies,...

Every morning we wake up to the news that some seismic shift has occurred in the world of work or international marketplace, like when Amazon announced its intended purchase of Whole Foods. Or, we learn on the headline news that our company will be liquidated which likely means we’re out of work, a phenomenon that occurred for a Teavana employee recently. What do these changes mean to the ongoing...

Men and women approach work and sales differently. And both genders can learn something from the other. This episode with a gender expert focuses on how to empower and enlighten women in sales and business. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/working-on-purpose--2643411/support .

Men and women approach work and sales differently. And both genders can learn something from the other. This episode with a gender expert focuses on how to empower and enlighten women in sales and business. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/working-on-purpose--2643411/support .

Every morning we wake up to the news that some seismic shift has occurred in the world of work or international marketplace, like when Amazon announced its intended purchase of Whole Foods. Or, we learn on the headline news that our company will be liquidated which might just mean we’re out of work, a phenomenon that occurred for a Teavana employee recently. What do these changes mean to the ongoi...

Every morning we wake up to the news that some seismic shift has occurred in the world of work or international marketplace, like when Amazon announced its intended purchase of Whole Foods. Or, we learn on the headline news that our company will be liquidated which might just mean we’re out of work, a phenomenon that occurred for a Teavana employee recently. What do these changes mean to the ongoi...

Have you noticed there’s a lot of talk today about the importance of developing a resilient, “growth” mindset? There’s good reason for it as mounting research indicates the potency and efficacy of a strong mindset geared toward persistence, growth, and possibility. But why do so many people fear and avoid failure, when it’s one of the most potent learning devices ever devised? This show is broadca...