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The biotech industry offers unique opportunities for women to advance as executives and entrepreneurs. There are headwinds, however, including unequal access to venture capital. In this episode, we talk with three executives who are part of a wave of women-led companies in biotech. Our guests speak to why women’s leadership matters and the barriers that remain to breaking the glass ceiling. They also tell us about a new networking initiative—the biotech sisterhood—to catalyze women’s success in corporate leadership and mentor the next generation of women executives.  

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The biotech industry offers unique opportunities for women to advance as executives and entrepreneurs. There are headwinds, however, including unequal access to venture capital. In this episode, we talk with three executives who are part of a wave of women-led companies in biotech. Our guests speak to why women’s leadership matters and the barriers that remain to breaking the glass ceiling. They also tell us about a new networking initiative—the biotech sisterhood—to catalyze women’s success in corporate leadership and mentor the next generation of women executives.    

For more resources, visit Women In BIO, Lean In, and The Economist’s glass-ceiling index. 

From the basketball courts to corporate boardrooms, Alan Stein Jr.'s journey as a speaker, author, and performance expert is unparalleled. With over 15 years of experience working alongside basketball titans like Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, and Stephen Curry, Alan has honed his skills as a performance coach, ensuring the world's best got even better. Beyond physical prowess, he instilled in them an unshakeable foundation of habits, mindset, focus, and discipline—the very principles he brings to the corporate world today.

In this episode, we delve deep into the essence of high performance. From revealing the unexpected nutritional intricacies of a PB&J sandwich to sharing the significance of the basics in achieving mastery (like Kyle's Jiu-Jitsu journey and Gladwell's 10,000-hour theory), Alan offers a unique perspective on peak performance. Moreover, he opens up about the challenges of balancing a demanding career with fatherhood, offering insights on how to avoid the modern traps of comparison in our social media age.

What sets Alan apart? Before gracing corporate stages, he was globally recognized as a top-tier performance coach in basketball. He wasn't just training athletes in their physical game, but in leveling up their mental prowess and discipline. Today, Alan transfers that expertise to business leaders and organizations, teaching them to employ the same strategies, rituals, and routines that have propelled elite athletes to global acclaim.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, or an intrigued listener, Alan’s tales and teachings promise a transformative experience. Ready to explore the principles that power world-class athletes and successful businesses alike? Dive in.

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As you're inspired to embark on your own side hustle journey after listening to this episode, you might wonder where to start or how to make your vision a reality. That's where our trusted partner, Reversed Out Creative comes in.

With a team of experienced professionals and a track record of helping clients achieve their dreams, they are ready to assist you in reaching your goals. To find out more, visit www.reversedout.com. We also recently launched our YouTube Channel, Marketing Pro Trends,  which summarizes all of our blog posts.

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Get ready for an enlightening and stimulating conversation with Stephane LeBlois from Valuable 500. Stefan brings us an inside view of their transformative initiative, Generation Valuable, a ground-breaking program aimed at catapulting the careers of aspiring disabled leaders. This initiative doesn’t stop there; it also provides an eye-opening perspective to existing leaders about the unique hurdles faced by the disabled community. Through their innovative leadership course laced with inspiring guest speakers from a myriad of sectors, Generation Valuable is firing up impactful dialogues, triggering actionable change, and even turning the heads of global CEOs!

Moving beyond the usual rhetoric, we dive into the practicalities of disability inclusion, emphasizing the need to not just amass data, but to translate these numbers into tangible actions. We talk about the diverse key performance indicators, from disability representation to cultural and ergonomic objectives. This is not just about ticking boxes; it’s about understanding the benefits of disability inclusion and how it can shape ESG metrics. Stefan explains how collaborations with ratings agencies and investment firms are playing a crucial role in tracking progress.

We wrap up our conversation with an exploration of the relationship between the Valuable 500 community and corporations. Shifting from legal action to a focus on creating shared value, Valuable 500 is transforming its approach to disability inclusion. Companies are no longer just targets of criticism; they are partners in the process, receiving invaluable support to engage the disability community in meaningful ways. Stefan also highlights the resources available for SMEs and the importance of a collective approach to foster a positive growth mindset. So, tune in as we unpack the future of disability inclusion with Stephane LeBlois.

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In Episode 20 of This is Ag Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Samantha C. Taylor, the talented assistant winemaker for Hope Family Wines in Paso Robles. Samantha's remarkable journey into the world of winemaking began with a strong desire to pursue her passion for wine. Little did she know that this decision would lead her down a rewarding and inspiring path. Samantha's story serves as a powerful reminder of the opportunities that arise when one follows their heart and embraces their true calling.

Over thirteen harvests, she has become an integral part of the winemaking team, working alongside winemaker Austin Hope. Samantha's enthusiasm and dedication shine through as she oversees the daily operations of winemaking, ensuring the production of award-winning wines that set the standard for Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon. 

Working for Hope Family Wines, she has learned the importance of teamwork, creativity, and being humble in the face of nature's uncertainties. This particular winery has allowed Samantha to excel and grow as a winemaker. As a testament to her hard work and the winery's commitment to excellence, Hope Family Wines was named the American Winery of the Year.

Throughout the podcast, we delved into the intricacies of winemaking, from vineyard decisions to blending wines and considering consumer expectations. Samantha also shared her experiences as a participant in the WomenAg Leadership Academy, which offers an inspiring space for ambitious women to foster personal and professional growth while exploring and honing their leadership talents. During the episode, she highlights the camaraderie and personal growth the academy offers. 

Overall, this episode provided an insightful and inspiring look into the world of winemaking, the power of teamwork, and the potential for personal growth. Samantha Taylor's journey serves as a testament to the rewards of passion and hard work in the wine industry, and her story resonates with wine enthusiasts and aspiring winemakers alike. Listeners are sure to gain valuable insights into the creative and dynamic world of winemaking, leaving them eager to uncork new opportunities in their own pursuits.

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This episode is sponsored by UnitedAg,  one of the largest association health plans to offer healthcare to the agriculture industry of California and Arizona.  

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What does it mean to have grit? Our next guest, Danielle Cobo, will help us discover what it takes, the benefits of having it, and the roadblocks that stand in our way of showing up with grit successfully.

Danielle is a sought-after speaker who works with audiences to develop grit, resilience, and courage to thrive in a rapidly changing market.

She’s an author and podcast host with many years of corporate leadership experience building high-performing, productive sales teams. She has led teams through downsizing, restructuring, and acquisitions, earning many awards for sales excellence in a male-dominated industry.

Danielle did all this while balancing being the single parent for her energetic twin boys as her husband served our country in Iraq as a Blackhawk pilot.

This lady is a role model for having resilience—finding strength in adversity, bouncing back from challenges, and continuing to grow. She’ll shed light on what resilience means, the strategies to cultivate it, and how it empowers us to transition and thrive.

Join us for this inspiring episode as Danielle Cobo shares her insights and experiences on resilience and discover how it can shape your journey towards personal and professional growth.

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Are you an entrepreneur facing your own fears and doubts? Do you wish to break free and carve out a path of success and fulfillment? Tune into this episode of the "Paid to Create" podcast where we dive into the extraordinary journey of Kelly Fidel, a self-made billionaire who turned her dreams into reality and is now on a mission to empower a new wave of women entrepreneurs.

Raised in a low-income family, Kelly transformed her life's trajectory through sheer grit and determination. Learn how she started with selling avocados door-to-door and handcrafted jewelry to scaling corporate heights, steering billion-dollar divisions, and creating her own highly successful businesses.

This episode is an intimate exploration of Kelly's audacious journey from humble beginnings to corporate power player. She candidly shares her unique strategies, the same ones she employed to earn the respect of boardroom heavyweights and forge a trailblazing career. Kelly will challenge your thinking, inspire you to push beyond perceived boundaries, and arm you with insights to harness your own power.

Hear Kelly discuss how she leveraged her corporate experience to transition into the online realm, combining traditional strategies with savvy digital marketing and leveraged selling to drive rapid results. Kelly speaks about her fear and doubt, not as barriers but as catalysts for growth and motivation. And in a feat of female solidarity and ambition, she introduces her course, "No Glass Ceiling," designed to embolden others to speak up and seize their destiny.

Don't miss Kelly's insights on how a comprehensive platform like Kartra revolutionized her business, eliminating tedious tasks, and streamlining her operations. Will this be the tool that propels your business into its next growth phase?

If you've been hunting for a sign to leap into entrepreneurship or to escalate your existing journey, this episode is it. Tune in and discover the transformational potential of embracing fear, doubt, and persistence. This is the nudge you need to step into your own power and create your unique success story. Because if Kelly can do it, so can you.

Join us in this transformative conversation, and let Kelly's story be the beacon guiding you towards your entrepreneurial destiny. Empowerment, success, and a fearless future await you. Tune in now.

This episode features an interview with Stephanie Chang, Sr. Vice President of GTM Strategy & Operations at Okta. The Okta Identity Cloud enables organizations to securely connect the right people to the right technologies at the right time.

Stephanie is a self-motivated, results-driven professional with a demonstrated ability to assess business needs, identify opportunities, and deliver results. She has worked on many large acquisitions in the high-tech space from operational planning and execution to development of GTM strategy and partner communication plans. 

In this episode, we talk to Stephanie about the importance of a learner mindset, why rev ops is essential to driving change within companies of any size, and how to put the infrastructure in place to enable growth and scalability.  

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Stephanie is a self-motivated, results-driven professional with a demonstrated ability to assess business needs, identify opportunities, and deliver results. She has worked on many large acquisitions in the high-tech space from operational planning and execution to development of GTM strategy and partner communication plans. Her specialties include Sales & Channel Strategy, Partner Program Development, Project Management, and Client Management.

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“Change often is driven with the data that a RevOps team can bring. Change is driven by having the right infrastructure and operational rigor in place, which RevOps helps, supports, and puts in place." - Stephanie Chang 

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Time Stamps:

**(03:54) - Stephanie’s definition of RevOps 

**(08:26) - How does Stephanie run a RevOps team?

**(09:16) - Rev Obstacles

**(20:17) - The Toolshed 

**(24:31) - Quick Hits 

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Matt Lesser is the CEO of Uniquely Normal, LLC. The company facilitates leaders, leadership teams, and boards on their journey to improve organizational health and performance.

Today, Matt explains the importance of writing out one's story. He emphasizes that by putting our thoughts and experiences on paper, we are able to better understand ourselves and our goals.

Next, Matt introduces the "Three E's" of effective leadership: empathy, empowerment, and excellence. He explains that by understanding and relating to others, empowering them to make decisions and take ownership of their work, and striving for excellence in all that we do, we can become more effective leaders.

Matt also highlights the importance of great leaders being active listeners. He stresses that listening is not just about hearing what others have to say, but also actively trying to understand and empathize with them. By truly listening to our team members and colleagues, we can build stronger relationships and foster a more positive work environment.

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- How to execute the 3 E's: Empathy, Empowerment, Excellence

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“There are tons of team building exercises, but quite frankly, I have not found anything more powerful than just sharing story.”

Our guest today is Tod Bolsinger, Principal of AE Sloan Leadership and Executive Director for the De Pree Center Church Leadership Institute. A speaker and consultant, Tod serves as an executive coach for corporate, nonprofit, educational, and church organizations in transformational leadership. Bolsinger also authored multiple books including “Canoeing the Mountains” and “Tempered Resilience."

In today’s episode, Tod talks about his experiences coaching adaptive leadership in a disruptive world, navigating through change by “dropping the canoes”, and leading through sabotage with resilience. 

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Samira Khan, and I discuss her path in ESG, focusing on managing social issues,  social innovation,  and social impact. Khan also details how a company can improve its social programming,  and work with partners overseas.

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• 2022 Edelman Trust Barometer 
• Morning Consultant Poll: Americans Overwhelmingly Want Companies to Take Action Against Russia Over Ukraine Invasion
• Forbes Article: Corporations Can’t Afford To Stay Out Of Russia’s War In Ukraine
• Zenefits Report: Communicating With Your Employees About the 2022 Russian Invasion of Ukraine

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• BBC Covers The War in Ukraine
• NBC Provides Russia-Ukraine War Live Updates

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Have you ever heard the expression, "start with why?" Well, Rex Miller starts somewhere else.

Here’s what's awesome about this episode… We are dropping this one before the launch of The Resilience Lab.  It’s an Imagine a Place Productions original that features Rex Miller interviewing experts who explore ways to build resilience into your work, life, and practice of design.

Rex is a well-published author, a business and life coach and he packs into this conversation a greatest hits episode where we explore a variety of concepts that all center around getting to a better you at work… and it starts with a fundamental question:  Who. Are. You.? 

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In this episode I interview, Sun McElderry Founder and Executive Director of The Black Corporate Responsibility Leaders Network and ESG Evolution. McElderry discusses the unique experience of being an ESG leader and a Person of Color. 

How can communications and marketing professionals future-proof their business to survive and profit from change? On the latest episode of The Business Communicators, Jonathan Brill, hailed by Inc. Magazine as a “Silicon Valley legend” joins the podcast to share his insights on creating a sustainable business that empowers employees. Brill shares insights into what makes leaders like Elon Musk and Tim Cook so successful – and how businesses can utilize the same strategies to create success for their workforce.

Then, the podcast breaks down Lake Superior State University and their annual list of “banished” words and phrases – should you oblige? And for kicker’s, we share our thoughts on the latest season of Emily in Paris – our guilty pleasure.

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How can businesses reinvent themselves to ensure long-term success while retaining top-tier talent? Deb Coviello, Founder of Illumination Partners, joins The Business Communicators for a conversation on transforming corporate communications strategies heading into 2022 and the insights needed to equip effective and build leaders.

Then, the podcast breaks down the TIME Magazine’s person of the year, and the list of candidates that Elon Musk topped. Was he deserving, or were other candidates snubbed? The show closes by breaking down the biggest marketing and communications trends of the year – and what to expect heading into 2022.

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In the digital media era, data and design are integral tools to effectively engage and captivate your audience through storytelling. On the latest episode of The Business Communicators, Ben Worthen, CEO of Message Lab, joins the podcast to share insights into crafting content and creating experiences that empower communications and marketing professionals to tell stories that people actually want to hear.

Then, Austin and Thomas breakdown the controversy surrounding Vishal Garg, CEO of the digital mortgage firm Better.com, who recently fired 900 employees during a Zoom call that went viral and made headlines worldwide. UPDATE: As of Dec. 10, Garg is taking time off from the company while it conducts a “leadership and cultural assessment,” according to an email to employees from the board of directors.

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What is fearless, inclusive leadership in the workplace? It’s about being bold, courageous, and transparent about creating a culture where people feel like they belong and can thrive. And, it starts with having an open mind. 

 

In the past 18 months, organizations have restructured their diversity and inclusion programs in the wake of rallying cries for leaders and companies to take a stand about environmental and social issues. Simply take a closer look at how marginalized groups are hired and promoted and according to the 2021 Edelman Trust Barometer -- the need to rebuild trust with their employees and the communities in which they work is paramount.

 

Brian McComak, founder and CEO of the consulting firm Hummingbird Humanity, joins The Business Communicators to discuss how leaders can evolve by being transparent and committed to creating a safe space for people through a human-centered work culture where real representation matters.

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