Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify From Cruise CEO to World Cup Chair, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo shares her remarkable journey breaking barriers as Celebrity Cruises’ first female CEO and now leading the 2026 FIFA World Cup host committee. In this candid conversation, she opens up about navigating the male-dominated cruise industry, leading through COVID-19’s unprecedented challenges, championing gender diversity, and orchestrating major transformations. Lisa reveals powerful leadership lessons learned over her 40-year career – from starting as a door-to-door sales rep to becoming a trailblazing executive. She discusses building high-performing teams, turning setbacks into motivation, and her mission to create opportunities for women…
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Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify From divorce to $5M in revenue, Julie’s success story shows how a crisis can spark incredible growth. After a painful divorce, she built two thriving businesses in just 8 years, going from stay-at-home mom to multi-millionaire entrepreneur. Julie shares her journey of overcoming personal struggles, launching a web design agency, and scaling to 7-figures with online courses and software. Learn how she navigated challenges, developed leadership skills, and built an authentic brand while balancing ambition with well-being. Her story offers inspiration and practical insights for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to turn adversity into opportunity.CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Intro…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify What if you grew up being told by others (including your school teachers) that you would never amount to anything because of a neurodevelopmental condition?Jamie Waller, a dyslexic entrepreneur, philanthropist, and investor has proven that these supposed “disabilities” can be a great edge in achieving amazing things in life. Despite leaving school without qualifications, Jamie defied expectations by starting multiple businesses, becoming a multimillionaire in his twenties, and even starring in a TV show documenting his entrepreneurial journey. Inspired by a conversation with Sir Richard Branson in 2022, Waller wrote The Dyslexic Edge, a book that challenges the…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Join me this week as I sit down with a special guest to explore a universal and deeply personal topic: trauma. This conversation goes beyond business and speaks to people from all backgrounds.Our guest begins by courageously sharing her own experiences, but the heart of the interview is her inspiring journey to rebuild her life. Tune in to discover that healing can lead to a life filled with abundance.ABOUT OUR GUESTJeannine Rashidi, Doctor of Ayurveda, Best-Selling Author of Abundance Beyond Trauma, Founder of Goodbye Tension, & Grandmother of 5, has been supporting the community & clients…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify This week, my guest Lewis Crompton shares his inspiring journey from religious youth leader to CEO and founder of a community devoted to safe, profitable trading. Despite his young age, Lewis has lived two distinct lives—each driven by his passion for building strong, supportive communities. When life’s challenges arose, he pivoted, moving from debt to financial freedom in record time and even leaving his retail job within seven months.With trading profits, he invested in assets, renovated his home, contributed to charities, and traveled the world. Now, he’s dedicated to helping others achieve financial freedom and a fulfilling…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In today’s episode, we dive into what happens to businesses in an ever-evolving world shaped by rapid technological changes.My guest this week is the author of The Phoenix Encounter Method: Lead Like Your Business Is on Fire, a book released during COVID—right when the need for adaptive, resilient leadership became crucial. It’s a conversation that remains just as relevant today, as we explore the mindset leaders need to ensure their organizations don’t just survive but thrive in the face of ongoing challenges and disruptions.Sameer Hasija is a Professor of Technology and Operations Management at INSEAD. He…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify This episode will explore how to create the life and career you’ve always dreamed of, no matter where you are in your journey! To those of you over 50 who may be wondering, ‘Is it too late for me to reinvent myself?’ The answer is a resounding no, and we’ve got someone joining me on the mic this week to prove it.We’ll be talking about how to overcome the fear of change, strategies to pivot into new industries, and why it’s never too late to create your dream career. Whether you’re thinking about starting something completely…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify This week, I’m excited to welcome Gregory Shepard to the mic. In this inspiring 45-minute conversation, Greg shares his journey from humble beginnings, shaped by his struggles with neurodivergence and poverty, to becoming a successful entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist.Despite the obstacles, Greg’s determination led him to build and sell 12 businesses, and today he’s a champion for young entrepreneurs, spreading his philosophy of “Altruistic Capitalism”—the idea that business success and social good can go hand in hand.Greg’s story of resilience and fearless optimism serves as a powerful example of how anyone can overcome adversity and create meaningful…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “In order to increase market share, you first have to have mind share. Those two concepts are completely correlated. And to increase your mind share, you need to have a constantly growing brand connectome…”In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge science of consumer behavior with my guest, Leslie Zane, an award-winning marketer renowned for her expertise in unlocking brand growth.Leslie reveals how to tap into the power of the instinctive mind—the real driver behind decision-making. It turns out that people don’t make choices with their conscious minds but with their instincts. By understanding the brain’s decision-making…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify On this week’s episode, I’m joined by the incredible Andy Ramage, who shares his inspiring journey of breaking free from alcohol dependency and transforming his life.Andy’s story began as a professional footballer, but after an injury ended his career, he shifted gears to create two successful financial brokerages. Despite his achievements, Andy struggled to say no to alcohol—until one decision changed everything.After stepping away from alcohol, his entire mindset and life shifted. Now, 10 years later, Andy is one of the world’s top performance coaches, helping others unlock their potential.Tune in to hear how Andy reclaimed…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “8 out of every 10 problems are sourced back to lack of open honest communication. That means 8 out of every 10 problems we’re faced with at work probably could have been fixed if we got that unsaid said.”In this week’s episode, my special guest reminds us leaders how important it is to get the unsaid said with anyone, including the team that we work with.In this conversation, we also discuss…“Performing” teams VS “achieving” teamsEmotional Safety Not Psychological SafetyEssential elements of a consistently high-achieving teamCreating a consistent communication business rhythmBeing powerful and overcoming any situation no…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “I define emotional overdraft as subsidizing your business at the cost of your own mental or physical wellbeing… and, spoiler alert – everybody has an emotional overdraft.” – Andy BrownAs a business owner or leader, have you ever felt like the stress and demands of your work are taking a toll on your mental or physical health? If so, you’re not alone—and this episode is for you.In this insightful conversation, my guest, the creator of the concept of “emotional overdraft,” breaks down what it really means to subsidize your business at the expense of your well-being.…