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Taking good care of employees is smart business, says psychologist Laura Hamill
Laura Hamill’s dad struggled to find a stable, supportive job. So young Laura was determined to get her Ph.D. and work her way to the top. She succeeded, but then she burned out. So she looked for something different. Now she’s the HR and science leader at a Limeade, a company that’s all about thriving… Read More
Powerful writing can empower your success, says award-winning author Carla Bass
For 30 years, retired Air Force Colonel Carla Bass worked with officers, ambassadors, and congressional delegations, drafting executive letters, talking points, personnel appraisals and nominations. Along the way she perfected her writing methodologies, composed a handbook, and taught thousands of Air Force personnel how to write powerfully. In this episode, Carla shares tips from the… Read More
Sales skills can bring success in any kind of job, says Connie Whitman
In today’s episode, New Jersey teacher, coach and marketing consultant Connie Whitman explains how sales and customer service skills can empower your career, no matter where you work or what you do. We discuss how – whether you are making a sale or pitching an idea – being persuasive starts with building a relationship and… Read More
Episode 068 : Business ownership can end poverty, says entrepreneurship expert Steve Mariotti
Social entrepreneur and celebrated teacher Steve Mariotti has written numerous guides for starting your own business. And he is well known for launching the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, which has provided 60 hours of business training for more than a million disadvantaged young people around the world. In today’s episode, Steve gets personal as he… Read More
Is networking creepy or critical?
In this episode, we revisit the popular topic of networking. Tom Hodson has a big, diverse network, but is cynical about the verb “to network.” Bev Jones notes research suggesting that creating a broad network of relationships is vital not just to your career, but to your health and happiness, as well. Tom ask questions… Read More
Foreign correspondent Peter Copeland shares stories & lessons
Journalist, editor and master story-teller Peter Copeland is still passionate about the career that took him around the world. In this episode, he talks about his latest book, Finding the News: Adventures of a Young Reporter. Peter describes how as a cub reporter — through trial and error, and sometimes in war zones — he… Read More
Nobody is qualified to do something new
In 2008, stay-at-home Mom Rachel Stewart reentered the job market as the unqualified bookkeeper and office manager for a tiny company, Titan Restoration. She helped to grow the company, and now she’s the EVP, and Titan is an innovative industry leader. Rachel describes how she did it in her book, “Unqualified Success – Bridging the… Read More
Extreme approaches to health aren’t smart, says Canyon Ranch’s medical director
In his new book, “What Happened to Moderation?” Dr. Stephen Brewer says that Americans are drawn to extreme health care choices, just as they gravitate toward political extremes and non-stop work patterns. In today’s episode, Dr. Brewer, medical director at the Canyon Ranch Wellness Resorts, advises us to back away from trendy, over-the-top diet and… Read More
You’re not too old to open a business, says Kerry Hannon
If you’re thinking about starting a business — either now or off in a distant future – listen here. Dynamic career and personal finance expert Kerry Hannon is talking her most recent book, “Never Too Old To Get Rich – The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Starting a Business Mid-Life.” Kerry talks about how creating a business… Read More
Even shy people can become great connectors, says marketing guru Bob Shaff
When Bob Shaff walks through a room of strangers, you can observe that he’s a master networker. Bob interacts with person after person, asking gentle questions and helping each to relax and engage with the crowd. It’s clear that he knows how to connect. But in today’s show Bob says that he didn’t start out… Read More
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