Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Craig Williams is a storyteller and youth advocate. In this episode, Craig shares a personal story that was a catalyst to cleverness, how loss led to entrepreneurialism; he discusses the consistent intersection of his past skills to uncover new opportunities, the power of story, going analog, dreaming big, and we deep dive into the relationship between communities and their schools. Craig Williams is the Founder and Chief Engagement Officer of Journey12. Williams identifies, most notably, as a husband and father of three. He is a full-time self-described ‘treehouse dad,’ an advocate for kids, and an unrepentant storyteller. Williams came…
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Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Artist and advocate Mary Bartling shares her origin story. In this episode, Mary discusses the good fortune of the right mentor, the value of your crew, respecting the expertise of others, how no story is just a story, being less afraid, and we talk about book banning. Mary Bartling is an artist that chose photography as her professional medium. She focused on realism, being particularly fond of the face. As she closed out her successful career, Mary pursued additional education for personal interests, obtaining a Masters and Doctorate of Liberal Arts. Mary’s thesis on the intersection of religious study,…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Bob Alvarez is a leader in operations and leadership. In this episode, Bob discusses structure vs. the nuance of managing personnel, working on leadership first, having a drive to learn all facets of the business, earning your credibility, the importance of liking people, and the circular economy. Robert (Bob) Alvarez serves as the President and COO of Shapiro, leading sustainability as a service. At the heart of Bob’s work is leading a team that developed Circular by Shapiro, a transformative sustainability initiative that provides industries with solutions to some of their most pressing challenges. Their commitment to building the…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Jim’s first job out of school was working for a self made billionaire. He had the private jets, and every material thing you could ever want. Unfortunately, the billionaire was absolutely miserable. And so 15 years ago Jim set out to find a way to become financially free without sacrificing his personal life. The passive income that real estate has provided has allowed Jim to: Own 3 multi-million dollar real estate companies. Work a balanced schedule. Parent 4 kids under 9 and even coach multiple teams. Invest in over $250 million in properties. Along the way Jim discovered that…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Kammie is the Director of Development and Alumni Affairs at the Yavapai College Foundation. In Kammie’s origin story, she winds us through her multi-faceted, yet remarkably interconnected professional journey. She talks about navigating the gaps, having clarity during transition, her evolution into coaching, allowing perspectives to shift, letting go, and being your best expert. Kammie Kobyleski brings an eclectic work experience (broadcasting, event marketing, college instructor, and business & career coach) to her current role as the Director of Development and Alumni Affairs at the Yavapai College Foundation. The former Director of Special Programs in the Center for Entrepreneurship…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Jennifer is the founder of GRIT, a community to amplify, inspire, and empower women. In this episode, Jennifer shares how a 3rd grade diagnosis shaped her educational future, having a constant drive to follow her passion, how her empathy was shaped, and being a champion for those needing support. Jennifer Bardot, MA, MS, is a publisher of the Deconstructing GRIT Collection and Owning Your G.R.I.T.—both international bestselling anthology books available at Target and Walmart. She is featured on the cover of St. Louis Small Business Monthly as 2021’s Top 100 Persons to Know to Help Grow your business and…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Jami Wolfe is an organization psychologist. In this episode, Jami talks about the need to see the outcome, learning the art of consulting, her realities of idealism in her industry, understanding what you can control, and the significance of people in business. Jami Wolfe is the Managing Partner of CMA Global Inc. Her professional work focuses on areas such as: team development, organizational assessment, organizational structuring and development, leadership coaching and development, linking of executive performance with business strategy, talent management, and development of training programs to maximize workforce and leadership performance. She has consulted either externally or internally…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Ginette Collazo is an expert and world leader in human reliability. In this episode, Ginette shares the experiences that led her to pursue human productivity. She talks about organizational values, being curious, the impact of conditions vs. people, and the importance of thinking for yourself. We also talk a bit about Puerto Rico. Ginette Collazo, Ph. D. is an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience specializing in Engineering Psychology and Human Reliability. These disciplines study the interaction between human behavior and productivity. She has held positions leading Training and Human Reliability programs in the Pharmaceutical and…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Ryan Klingensmith is a mental health expert and pioneer of youth digital stewardship through his organization Shape the Sky. In this episode, Ryan talks about the value of believing in oneself, the importance of confidence, curating your time, and being there for anybody who wants to be saved. Ryan shares many insights in the mental health industry and him and Jason talk about the present day intersection of youth, technology, and mental health. Ryan Klingensmith, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), is the founder of Shape the Sky. Ryan started his career in 1994, where he…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Angela Lewis is a former professional basketball player, championship-winning coach, and founder of ALA Public Relations. Her incredible journey from a young girl with low self-esteem to a successful athlete, coach, and entrepreneur is a testament to her resilience and determination. Angela is not only passionate about helping service-based leaders amplify their voices, but she is also dedicated to inspiring young girls worldwide to become leaders. As a role model and mentor, she aims to empower girls to pursue their passions, overcome obstacles, and reach their full potential. As a member of the International Women’s Forum Women Athlete Business…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Carolyn Meister is a physical therapist and movement analysis expert. In this episode, she talks about the challenges and dark-side of perfection, tools for managing identities, having strategy as a core attribute, and we discuss the next evolution of physical therapy. Carolyn also threads the struggles of an eating disorder through her story, with grace and vulnerability. Carolyn Meister is the owner of Sports Movement Physio and Performance. She graduated in 2016 with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Washington University in St Louis, which is known for the emphasis of assessment and treatment of movement impairments. After graduating,…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Recruitment expert and thought leader Ken Eslick joins host Jason Shupp to talk through his origin story. In this episode, Ken talks about leadership as help, compliance vs. followers, the gift or trust, the realization of identity shifts, living with uncertainty, and the power of conscious connections. Ken Eslick is the co-founder and CEO of the Leaders Lab, an executive leadership recruiting firm. Ken is also the host of the Leaders Lab Podcast, a weekly show that delves into the world of leadership and personal development. As a Tony Robbins trainer and through his work at the Leaders Lab,…