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Manager Memo, a bi-weekly podcast focused on the Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Evaluating functions of Management. Leading practitioners in business, education, entertainment, and the military share their experience with listeners.  

Oct 9, 2021

Sherri McManus and Lou Everett of the Lou Everett Group provide insights on leadership and the value of an intentional mindset.

Learn, Experience, Apply, Develop, Evaluate and Repeat - the concepts behind the acronym of L.E.A.D.E.R.S.

Oct 2, 2021

Jordan Skopp, advocate for foul ball victims, describes the unique situation of injuries at America's pastime - baseball games.

An average of 20,000 foul balls fly around the ballparks of MLB with 2 to 3 times that number at the minor league parks. Jordan provides ideas on what to do about this risk to the fans. The first step is to have an honest discussion about the issue. 

Aug 16, 2021

Rockwell Valentine, recent graduate of The Woodstock Academy in Woodstock, CT shares his passion for music and explains his views on talent, Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, and the genres of jazz.

From the proper use of duct tape to salvage a janky horn to the harm of "labels" Rockwell educates as he entertains. 

 

Jul 30, 2021

Peter Christian, author, speaker, business consultant, shares his expertise and organizational effectiveness tips developed from more than 25 years of business experience. From crayons to the C-Suite, Pete has seen it all and has been part of exceptional corporate growth.

Jul 24, 2021

Syklar Lewis founder of Rise Up Kings speaks to the importance of work-life balance.

He describes the importance of the pillars of Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finance in developing a fresh understanding of what it means to be a man in today's society.

Admittedly "Powered by God", Skylar has effectively balanced a Warrior/Worshiper ethos into a life mission to empower others. 

May 23, 2021

Mark Noon, author, executive coach, and motivational speaker shares leadership tips.

He explains the importance of deliberate planning, individual development, consistent communication, and a healthy dose of fun. Along the way he describes the significance of giant crossword puzzles and water-pistols.

Take a "Minute to Begin It." You won't regret the time spent. 

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May 9, 2021

Coach Harlan Hammack explains the importance of courage in business and life in a captivating interview focused on bespoke leadership training.

Coach Harlan describes how adhering to his RSSCO methodology generates business success. 

You can learn more from Coach Harlan by subscribing to his podcast, The Courage to Lead

May 2, 2021

The Military Fellows of the Security Studies Program (SSP) of MIT provide their views on leadership and service to others.

USMC Lieutenant Colonel, John Black; USAF Lieutenant Colonel, Brian Novchich; US Navy Commander Trevor Prouty;  Army Colonel Molly Solsbury and Army Colonel Scott Synowiez speak from the collective wisdom of over 100 years of military service and dozens on deployments into hostile zones.

These American heroes offer that leadership is about others and explain why. A profoundly important listen. 

Apr 20, 2021

Dr. Joel Schlesinger, a scholar, author, and award-winning organizational leader, provides perspective of the context that surrounds leadership.

Using the historical heroes of his book, (Risk-takers: American Leaders in Desperate Times) Joel describes the traits and character of Washington, Lincoln, Lee, FDR, and Katharine Graham that manifest in response to crises.

Schlesinger’s discourse provides valuable amplification on the art of achieving results.

Apr 11, 2021

Nick Prouten, LODE Project Ambassador, enlightens on the power and security of blockchain and bitcoin. (www.lode.one)

Describing the current financial environment as a “wild west” digital transformation, Nicholas explains how blockchain and bitcoin offer nothing less than the transparency of finance and the democratization of money.

Suggesting there is always a need for a universal 3rd good to demonstrate the value of money, he explains how the LODE AUX and AGX coins do just that by providing tokens linked to the value of 1 ounce of precious metals.

Along the way we chat about PayPal, Elon Musk, Doomsday, and parrots.    

Apr 4, 2021

Kate Grayson, a money coach from Chicago, Illinois offers her perspective on matching values to budgeting, an effective way to redirect your mindless spending. In the process freedom and flexibility are achieved and personal stress mitigated.

Check out her website - BeyondMoney.co

Mar 27, 2021

Bharat Kanodia, the creative force behind the YouTube Channel - "What It's Worth" explains the importance of a realistic value assessment of your business.

The founder of Veristrat, Bharat has been in business valuation since 2000 and has valued assets in real estate, industrial, personal property and financial assets including some unique assets i.e., the Golden Gate Bridge, NYC subway system, and Las Vegas casinos.

Mar 21, 2021

High energy, driven, organized - Tyzer Evans provides lessons on improving sales by recognizing your why, embracing accountability and asking great questions.

From J(ocko) to Z(iglar) Tyzer explains the link between Grind, Sell, and Elevate.

Mar 14, 2021

Phil Pelucha, the creative force behind Billionaires in Boxers, explains how the authentic media of podcasting can be your VIP backstage pass to “level up” your business network.

In a rapid-fire interview, Phil suggests that with the right mentorship, you can build international credibility for domestic dominance.

He also laments on the struggles of Liverpool F.C., his hometown team, currently 8th in the Premier League. 

Try to keep up!

Mar 6, 2021

Alicia Butler Pierre, author, entrepreneur and CEO of Equilibria, Inc. provides insights on infrastructure solutions to back-office blues.

Covering a wide range of topics including seven elements of operations management, business developmental during the time of COVID, software tools, and Atlanta based Egyptologists, Ms. Pierre entertains as she educates us about the importance of process design and control.

Feb 27, 2021

Ean Price Murphy offers her views on the power of the Profit-First Cash Management System.

Evolving from bankruptcy to solvency and growth as a successful entrepreneur, Ean’s company, Moxie, helps small business owners build confidence in their accounting systems.

Her holistic perspective of accounting provides the why and the “so what” along with the bottom line.   

E.P.M. has found her purpose – to organize money ledgers in a way that adds intentionality to financial decisions.

Feb 20, 2021

Dr. Ken Szajda covers a wide array of topics explaining how truth adds value to our lives – in investments, healthcare, and business.

Ken, an M.I.T. trained Electrical Engineer and CEO of Trilicon, LLC., suggests that we pay attention to the science but recognize what is practical and rationale in our decision process.

He advocates to make “technology work for you” and that, sometimes, the low-tech solution is the right choice – “Buy the paperback. Wear the mask.”  

Feb 13, 2021

Richard Allen, an entrepreneur, educator and thought leader with more than 30 years of management experience in a variety of fields from cybersecurity to healthcare, aerospace engineering to eCommerce offers rich tips for success.

Mr. Allen explains the value of "loud voices," single-thread organizations, multi-project portfolios, cash-cow balance, channel management and Sprint Planning. 

Feb 6, 2021

Laila Jones, Director of Global Market Intelligence, Dassault Systemes explains how the proper application of competitive intelligence (CI) adds value to life, from personal relationships to corporate mergers.

Distinguishing between Open and Direct Intelligence, Laila offers that no business is too big nor too small to benefit from CI; helping to shape market strategy, position the sales force, or scope divestitures and acquisitions.  

Enjoy Laila's advice on how to read between the lines and extract truth from the marketing hype.

Jan 18, 2021

Lew Bayer, author, entrepreneur, and President of the Center for Organizational Cultural Competence explains the importance of civility in culture and business.

Through measuring and training of social intelligence, cultural competence, system thinking and continuous learning she helps increase efficiency and effectiveness (profits).

Her mission to "ease the experience of others" extends from engagement with children to corporate CEO's.

Wisdom and courage encouragement for all. 

Jan 10, 2021

Eric M. Twiggs, author of the Discipline of Now shares ideas on how to find purpose and fulfillment by shortening the gap from intention to action. 

Find out more about Mr. Twiggs through his Facebook group:

What Now Movement

Jan 3, 2021

Vinnie Fisher, Esq., marketer, serial entrepreneur, and leader of FullyAccountable.com shares the values of his company culture and the elements of his CEO mindset that provide business accelerants for profit and efficiency.

Resident on the “right side” of the eBusiness line, Mr. Fisher explains how, with commitment, competence and caring businesses can build irresistible offers tied to success.  

 

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