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The Corporate Couch: Work Stories I Only Tell My Friends

Interviews with successful leaders and company founders sharing stories of their career journey, great leadership, and not-so-great. It will help you become a better leader while poking fun at all the crazy shit that happens in corporate America. Hosted by Jeff Pelaccio who has over 40 years of leadership experience for every t-shirt size company - Small (4 employees) to XL (over 1 million employees). Listen, learn, and laugh each week to learn from great leaders from all walks of life.

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01:13:19

From Cattle Ranch to Conscious Rebellion: Justin...

The Corporate Couch: Work Stories I Only Tell My Friends ·

2025/05/05

What happens when one of the least corporate minds steps onto The Corporate Couch?You get a conversation that’s anything but business as usual. In this episode, Justin Foster (see his bio below), poet, agitator, and co-founder of Massive Change, pulls no punches as he unpacks the hidden forces behind branding, leadership, and personal transformation. Raised on a cattle ranch and now based in Austin, Justin’s deep thinking and sharp tongue challenge the traditional playbook with radical honesty and

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28:00

Special Edition: It's 5 O'clock Somewhere with Marc...

The Corporate Couch: Work Stories I Only Tell My Friends ·

2025/04/30

In this second installment of our It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere series, Marc Shaffer and I kick back for another happy hour-style conversation—no scripts, no slides—just two friends swapping stories, ideas, and what’s working for us in business and life.We cover everything from the value of connecting people and respecting your time to why your calendar system might be secretly ruining your productivity. We discuss the benefits of using ChatGPT compared to Claude AI. Also, Marc shares how he’s

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01:14:57

Born to Help: Samantha Shepherd on Law, Legacy, and...

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2025/04/28

Samantha Shepherd (see her bio below) joins The Corporate Couch to discuss making career choices based on personal reasons, going to law school with Mel Robbins, why she decided to focus on Elder care law (and launch three organizations to support her mission), and being born to help people. She is a powerhouse attorney, a law firm and trust company CEO, and an advocate for some of the most vulnerable members of the Kansas City community. With a legal career built on compassion and expertise,

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01:03:04

Bootstraps, Buyouts, and the Business Lessons No One...

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2025/04/21

In this episode, I’m joined by Scott Schaper (see his bio below), the President of RSM Marketing, serial entrepreneur, and self-proclaimed “empathy-driven business builder.” If you’ve ever dreamed of buying, selling, or merging a business—or are just curious how the sausage is made—this episode is your behind-the-scenes mini-course in small business acquisitions.Scott takes us on a candid journey from his early days managing First Watch restaurants to launching multiple startups, building IFTA Plus

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56:18

From Politics to Purpose: Joni Wickham on Strategic...

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2025/04/12

Please join me as I chat with Joni Wickham (see her bio below), one of Kansas City’s most influential voices in government and strategic leadership. From her roots in rural North Carolina to serving as Chief of Staff to Kansas City, MO, Mayor Sly James, Joni shares her journey through public service, political strategy, and entrepreneurship.We explore: The pivotal moment in a city council meeting that led her to a career in public service Her experience leading transformative city initiatives

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01:18:40

Love Your Weird: Frankie Russo on Genius Cultures,...

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2025/04/07

In this wild and wisdom-packed episode, Jeff sits down with Frankie Russo (see his bio below) - serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and the man behind the “Love Your Weird” movement - to explore how authenticity, imagination, and generosity fuel extraordinary growth.Frankie shares the deeply personal story of overcoming drug and alcohol addiction in his 20s and how that journey shaped the visionary leader he is today. From building a tech company that grew 60X in just three years (and was

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17:17

Special Edition: Optimizing Performance and...

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2025/04/05

In Part III of our special series with Rick Mathes (see his bio below), co-founder of Align Pain Solutions, we shift the conversation to athletes and high performers who may not be in chronic pain, but want to stay that way. Rick discusses the often-overlooked role posture plays in maximizing performance and preventing injuries, even for those in peak physical condition. He shares insights from his work with an NBA player and explains how his postural therapy approach can help athletes maintain

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22:19

Special Edition: Reimaging Leadership By Creating A...

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2025/04/02

In this Special Edition episode, Leslie Anderson (see her bio below) returns to The Corporate Couch to explore the transformative power of coaching in leadership. Drawing from her extensive experience as an executive coach and insights from Coaching Skills for Leaders, Leslie breaks down what it takes to cultivate a coaching culture within organizations.We discuss why modern leadership demands more than just authority—it requires empathy, active listening, and the ability to empower teams. Leslie

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01:03:48

Breaking Barriers: Shattering Glass Ceilings, Sticky...

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2025/03/31

In this episode, I learn and laugh with the powerhouse Erica Rooney (see her bio below)—Chief People Officer, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors. From dreaming of becoming the University of Florida’s head football coach to becoming a trailblazer in HR and leadership, Erica’s journey is anything but conventional. We tackle a range of topics, including: Why sticky floors—the limiting beliefs and behaviors we hold—can be just as career-stifling as the

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29:18

Special Edition: It's 5 O'clock Somewhere with Marc...

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2025/03/26

Welcome to the first-ever The Corporate Couch Special Edition of It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere—a monthly happy hour-style conversation where Marc Shaffer and I talk about random stuff that actually matters. Think of it as eavesdropping on our usual drinks-and-deep-thoughts sessions, now with a microphone involved :-)In this episode, we tackle: The frustrating state of job searching and hiring today—why candidates are getting ghosted, the impact of AI-driven hiring, and how companies can do

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01:03:08

Kody Bateman, From Grunt to Founder - His Passion to...

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2025/03/24

Do you ignore your intuition? In this episode, I chat with Kody Bateman, founder of Promptings, author, entrepreneur, and thought leader in the modern-day gratitude movement. Kody has built a career helping people recognize and act on their inner promptings to create deeper connections, both personally and professionally. But his journey wasn’t always clear. In this conversation, Kody shares how ignoring a life-changing prompting—one that involved his older brother just before his passing—shaped

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21:13

Special Edition: Posture, Pain Relief, and the Power...

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2025/03/19

In this Special Edition of The Corporate Couch, Rick Mathes (see his bio below) returns for part two of our three-part series on how Align Pain Solutions helps people relieve pain and increase mobility. In this episode, we go deeper into the science of posture and how simple, targeted movements can unlock lasting pain relief and better movement—without drugs, surgery, or endless adjustments.We cover: The difference between postural therapy, physical therapy, and chiropractic care—and how they can

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01:07:33

Aligning Your Mind: Britt Frank on Getting Unstuck,...

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2025/03/17

This is the first episode where I felt at times it was one of my therapy sessions and I should have been lying on The Corporate Couch:-) I chat with the fantastic Britt Frank, licensed neuropsychotherapist, trauma expert, and author of The Science of Stuck. As the first interview of 2025—and our first licensed neuropsychotherapist—Britt brings a fresh and no-nonsense perspective on how our brains work, why we stay stuck, and what it actually takes to create meaningful change. We dive into: The

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01:24:49

Rich Cogswell, The People-First Sales Leader - How To...

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2025/03/10

In this episode, I welcome Rich Cogswell (see his bio below), a people-first sales leader, FinTech expert, and the first international guest on the podcast. Broadcasting all the way from Singapore, Rich brings a global perspective on what truly makes a high-performing sales culture—and spoiler alert, it’s not just about hitting numbers. We dive into: The evolution of sales from the "Boiler Room" and "Glengarry Glen Ross" days to a more people-first leadership approach. Why culture—not just

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01:05:08

Nick McLean, From Engineer to Deal Junkie - His Four...

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2025/03/03

In this episode, I sit down with Nick McLean, co-founder of Four Pillars Investors, a Kansas City-based private equity firm focused on founder and family-owned businesses. Nick’s journey from industrial engineering to private equity wasn’t a straight path—he meandered through consulting, corporate roles, and entrepreneurship before finding his true passion: buying and growing businesses.At Four Pillars Investors, Nick and his team operate with a values-driven approach: Relationships as a

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18:54

Special Edition: Healing Pain & Increasing Mobility...

The Corporate Couch: Work Stories I Only Tell My Friends ·

2025/02/26

In this Special Edition of The Corporate Couch, I sit down with Rick Mathes (see his bio below), co-founder of Align Pain Solutions, to discuss his transformative journey from debilitating back pain to pain-free living through postural therapy. After surviving a life-altering car accident that left him with five spinal fractures, Rick was told he would never play tennis or hike again. Refusing to accept that prognosis, he discovered the Egoscue Method—a revolutionary approach to correcting posture

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01:14:04

Turning Tragedy into Purpose: Mindy Corporon on...

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2025/02/24

I was honored to chat with Mindy Corporon (see her bio below), a leader, author, and advocate for empathy in the workplace. Mindy’s journey is one of profound loss (losing both her father and oldest son when a white supremacist killed them), resilience, and transformation—from her successful career in wealth management to her mission-driven work with SevenDays® and Workplace Healing.In our conversation, we discuss: - Her powerful story of loss and how it reshaped her life’s purpose. - The

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01:03:44

Thriving in Tech, Overcoming Bad Bosses, and...

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2025/02/17

Join me as I chat with Marci Weisler (see her bio below), a tech strategist and fierce advocate for female founders, about navigating career challenges, overcoming bad bosses, and staying ahead of the curve in emerging technology. Marci shares her incredible journey—from navigating toxic leadership and making bold career moves to helping businesses leverage emerging technologies before they hit the mainstream. We discuss: - The "bad boss" experience that pushed Marci to take a leap of faith in her

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01:08:01

Kicked Out of the Nest: Deb Coviello on Reinvention,...

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2025/02/09

Resilience, Reinvention, and the Power of Taking Control with Deb CovielloIn this episode I chat with Deb Coviello (see her bio below), also known as The Drop In CEO™, to discuss leadership, resilience, and her journey from corporate executive to entrepreneur, speaker, and author. Deb and I share remarkably similar career paths—both coming from corporate backgrounds, navigating unexpected exits, and ultimately finding fulfillment by forging our own way. We dive into: - The challenges of

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27:00

Special Edition - Small Ball, Big Dreams with Joel...

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2025/02/05

Welcome to a short-form Special Edition of The Corporate Couch (it's more of a loveseat episode:-)!I sit down with longtime sports broadcaster, speaker, podcaster, and author Joel Goldberg (see his bio below) to dive into the lessons from his second book, Small Ball, Big Dreams. Drawing from his years covering championship teams and business leaders, Joel shares how small, consistent actions lead to game-changing success—both on and off the field. We discuss: ⚾ Why the "small ball" mindset is the

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