Lieutenant General, U.S. Army (retired), Jeffrey S. Buchanan is the former commander of the United States Army North (5th Army). General Buchanan served for more than 37 years as a transformational leader across a vast range of assignments from the platoon to theater level.
His stoic perspective and unique leadership slant stems from decades of engagement in high-stake environments, to include four combat tours in Iraq and one in Afghanistan. His contributions to national security earned recognition from both the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of the Army. Additionally, he received special commendations from the U.S. Surgeon General and the Governor of Puerto Rico for his life-saving leadership in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.
Jeff Buchanan currently serves as the Commissioner of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.
Along the way we discuss – Arizona beginnings (2:30), Army Values & Service to Others (4:00), the Silver Palm (5:30), the Infantry Branch (6:20), Ranger School (7:35), Socks and Boots (15:30), Promises You Make to Yourself (17:10), Transactional vs. Transformational Leadership (18:10), Eye of the Storm: Leadership in Crisis (21:00), Sergeant Major Paul McKenna (24:45), Deckhand in Homer, Alaska (26:00), Customer Service (29:00), and Take a Break (32:00).
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Marcelo Calbucci, technologist, innovator, and founder of The PRFAQ Framework explains how to think, articulate and inspire your business toward success.
Along the way we discuss – Amazon and Microsoft cultures (4:30), Eward Tufte (8:15), business writing (15:30), the Learn, Write, Listen Loop (23:20), London vs. Seattle (26:40), and 11 patents and counting (28:30).
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Eric Charran, data & AI Executive, innovator and author shares his views on ways to cope with the challenging boss.
Along the way we discuss – Riding the Microsoft Rocketship (5:40), the Servant Leadership of Satya Nadella (7:00), Nine Boss Archetypes (14:30), the Emergency Broadcaster Boss (18:45), the Attack Sub Boss (21:40), and the Zeitgeist of AI (32:00).
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Military Veteran Ranger Bob Kvederas provides a fascinating account of his 30+ years of service to America.
Along the way we discuss – Becoming a Soldier (1:00), Commando Walk (5:30), End of the Brown Shoe Army (11:00), MG Edward Walker (14:00), Building the Berlin Wall (21:00), Vietnam (37:00), Delta Force (45:00), and Life after the Army (50:00).
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Jake Setterlun, entrepreneur, author, marketing expert, and founder of Setterlun University shares tips from his success.
Along the way we discuss – the Million $$ Offer (2:30), Partnership Development (3:00), Drones to the Rescue (17:20), creation of Passive Income (29:00), and “The Offer Code” (34:30).
Access Jake’s website @ JakeSetterlun.com where you can find his book – “The Offer Code.”
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Brad Englert - advisor, technologist and author of the Spheres of Influence offers insights on ways to develop and maximize a corporate IT strategy.
Along the way we discuss – the University of Texas (1:15), IT Governance (3:20), three types of decision making (12:30), multi-modal contact (21:25), and the Art of Apology (37:25).
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Aaron Ryan, award-winning author of the Dissonance and The End sagas talks about creativity and the power of Christian Literature.
Along the way we discuss – the Electric Boy (2:30), AI (Alien Invasions) (4:45), Apex Predators (18:20), the Anti-Christ (22:00), Let the Spirit Lead (31:50), and AI's (Artificial Intelligence) impact on creativity (34:45).
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This pod, part of a series of interviews of Military Veterans, is presented by the New England Chapter of the U.S. Army Ranger Association.
Ranger Bill Biser talks about his military service and Ranger Lessons Learned.
Along the way we discuss – the Draft (1:15), MLK March (8:30), PRC-10 Radio (16:45), Jack Webb (21:30), “This too shall pass” (29:30), Veteran Organizations (38:25).
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Sandra Stephan Kokovic, the "Beyonce of SnapAdvantage.com" shares her Vibe and expertise on all things Digital Marketing.
Along the way we discuss – Bio-Hacking (3:35), Data Analytics (19:20), Multi-linguistics (30:40), and the power of North American Partnerships (31:00).
Learn more about Sandra’s world @ SnapAdvantage.com.
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This pod, part of a series of interviews of Military Veterans, is presented by the New England Chapter of the U.S. Army Ranger Association.
Ranger Murray Johnson talks about his military service and Ranger Lessons Learned.
Along the way we discuss – Class 502-73 (3:00), Parade Rest (7:00), “Not a Broken Leg” (9:30), Visions of General Grange (19:30), the Sleeping Snake (22:30), Doctor/Ranger (24:15) and Lessons Learned (35:45).
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Abhisek Singh Rajpurohit, a global citizen, tech entrepreneur, and crypto currency expert explains how his web platforms (Vitamin Ai and Voice of Crypto) are creating a movement toward a more inclusive, transparent, and decentralized internet.
Note - Abhisek comments should not be construed as financial advice.
Along the way we discuss – Satoshi Nakamoto (1:20), Crypto Conversion (3:00), Block Chain (7:00), “Not Financial Advice” (14:00), Artificial Intelligence (25:20), and Bitcoin “To the Moon” (32:43).
Contact Abhisek Singh @ Vitamin AI
Learn more about the world of Crypto at Voiceofcrypto
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This pod, part of a series of interviews of Military Veterans, is presented by the New England Chapter of the U.S. Army Ranger Association.
Originally recorded in September of 2024, Greg d’Arbonne talks to Len Samborowski about his time in the Army and the impact of Ranger School.
Along the way we discuss – Jumping Jack Farris (21:10), Joint STARS (25:00), “First World Problems" (30:30), You’re Not Alone (40:30), and Luke 12:48 (43:30).
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Distinguished Professor (Manipal University), David Fradin speaks to the secrets behind Product Success Management.
Along the way we discuss – Common Values (5:55), John Sculley (9:00), Two Steve Jobs (15:10), The S.P.I.C.E. Catalyst (18:30), Future Tech (30:40), and the “Wisdom” of the Crowd (33:20).
Avail yourself to David’s talents at Spice Catalyst.
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Bobby Dutton, the Relentless Optimist, pilot, and CEO of GBM6, an Event Service focused on providing “Happiness,” shares his ideas on the perfect party and the joys of flying.
Along the way we discuss – the Event Business(2:20), Elton John (14:15), the Empty Room (15:15), Aviate, Navigate, and Communicate (36:00), and Above the Clouds (40:12).
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Schedule a flight for a special child @ Above the Clouds
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Mamie-Jean Lamley, corporate strategist, organizational change agent, award-winning international speaker, and servant leader extraordinaire, speaks to the Empowerment of Fire in all of us.
Along the way we discuss – Hawaii (1:25), Once Invisible, Now Invincible (4:45), 21 million women (8:30), ascension pillars (16:30), 4am to 8 am (19:50), Big Rocks (25:20), the Cancer Call (28:20), Achieve Systems (36:50), and "one story away" (39:50).
Contact Mamie-Jean @ Empowerment Solutions.
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Paul Thornton, author, academic and leadership coach explains his view on 3 Styles of Leadership.
Along the way we discuss – the difference between Leadership & Management (2:55), improving the status quo (4:55), team alignment (23:20), the alliteration of Leadership (26:30), Your TED Talk Topic (29:45), and Head, Heart & Hand (31:00).
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Arias WebsterBerry is a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and CEO of his self-named marketing company. In this pod, we examine the power of digital marketing.
Along the way we discuss – Walking the Dogs (1:22), Bang on the Craft (8:00), "You" Time (13:40), AI Note Takers (17:15), Ignite Funnels (24:20), and the sweat of Common (32:10).
To ignite your business, check out Arias @ Ignite Funnels.com
Grab Arias’ book Content Cannon through Amazon.
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Alan Lazaros is a motivational speaker, computer engineer, podcaster, and CEO of Next Level University.
We start this pod with Alan’s reading of Man in the Glass, a poem by Dale Wimbrow.
Along the way we discuss – the Journey (2:05), Bronnie Ware's – Top 5 Regrets of the Dying (6:15), Heart-Driven, No B.S. approach (10:25), Self-belief / Self-worth (22:00), College Stress (26:00), Virtue & Vice (35:45), Kim Kardashian (37:15), and the Decades of Alan (37:30).
Check out Alan’s podcast @ Next Level University
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Evan Tzivankis is a business trainer, executive coach, adjunct university professor, and author, explains why leadership is so important in the midst of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA).
Along the way we discuss – the Great Re-evaluation (6:45), hybrid work (10:20), “Don’t overdo it” (20:40), and happiness as the new currency (29:05).
Order a copy of Leading in VUCA Times through Amazon.
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Mitchell Levy, Executive Coach, TEDx speaker, author and global credibility expert explains the value of clarity in service to others.
Along the way we discuss his Napoleon Hill journey (1:45), CPOP development (7:50), the playgrounds we play in (10:30), Cred Dust and Cred Crud (17:50), TEDx tips (33:10), and The Hat (36:25).
Reach out to Mitchell Levy @ Contact Mitchell Levy
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Dr. Deborah Heiser, developmental psychologist, TEDx speaker, author, and founder of The Mentor Project explains the importance of generativity.
Along the way we discuss the definition of Mentorship (12:05), the tale of 2 Steve’s (18:25), what mentorship is not (22:22), handing out apples (28:10) and the power of Thanksgiving (30:20).
Reach out to Dr. J. @ The Mentor Project
The Mentorship Edge is available through Amazon.
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Dr. James Chitwood, performance culture expert, sales trainer, author, and military Veteran speaks on why Leadership is Not Enough.
Along the way we the giant white board (2:56), the U.S. Military as a training organization (4:53), Hero Worship (11:08), the T.R.A.C. Model (17:15), and completing the dissertation (31:15).
Reach out to Dr. J. @ PerformanceCulture.Expert
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Kevin Hartley, C-suite Executive, Innovator, and Keynote Speaker, shares his vision for Cambio Roasters, a company that produces recyclable K-Pods.
Along the way we discuss EZ Wider rolling papers (1:34), speed of scale (4:30), H.E.N.R.Y. (10:33), product launch (18:55), Triple-Bottomline (29:26).
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Kyra Valdez-Shipp, former ICU nurse and current healthcare executive, Founder and Principal of Peak Performance Solutions Group, delivers impactful solutions to healthcare providers and technology vendors.
Along the way we discuss KPI’s (7:40), H.E.D.I.S. (13:30), the future of Healthcare (29:40), Kaizen (34:34), and the “Purple Squirrel” (37:10).
Access Kyra’s expertise @Peak Performance Solutions Group.
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Dr. Joan Hangarter, international speaker, author and social influencer, speaks about the energy within us and our Soul Contracts.
Along the way we discuss – angels (5:007), Art Energy (10:45), Cannabis (18:15), “fluffing our wings” (25:40), giraffe tears (30:00) and identity theft (33:50).
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Find her book – The Miracle Makers Club on Amazon.com
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