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The Executive Connect Podcast

The Executive Connect Podcast

This is the Executive Connect Podcast - a show for the new generation of leaders. Join us as we discover unconventional leadership strategies not traditionally associated with executive roles. Our guests include upper-level C-Suite executives charting new ways to grow their organizations, successful entrepreneurs changing the way the world does business, and experts and thought leaders from fields outside of Corporate America that can bring new insights into leadership, prosperity, and personal

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30:07

How to Build a Strong HR Foundation as an...

The Executive Connect Podcast ·

2025/10/27

Thinking of leaving the corporate world to build your own business? Before you hire your first employee, you need a solid HR foundation. In this episode of Executive Connect, Vicky Brown, CEO of Idomeneo Enterprises and author of How to Manage Your Employees and Stay Out of Court, shares how to avoid the costly HR mistakes that can sink a growing company.Vicky reveals how she transitioned from HBO executive to entrepreneur and built a thriving HR consultancy that helps small businesses stay

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51:00

Why High Earners Stay Broke (And How to Escape the...

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2025/10/23

Making six figures but still feeling broke? You’re not alone. In this episode of Executive Connect, financial freedom expert Chris Miles reveals why so many high-income professionals are secretly trapped in what he calls the “High Income Hamster Wheel.” He explains how traditional financial advice like saving more, paying off debt, and maxing out your 401(k) actually keeps you stuck and broke, and what to do instead.Chris shares his story of going from over a million dollars in debt to retiring

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32:41

How AI Is Preserving the Legacy of Women Leaders |...

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2025/10/21

What if your story could live forever? In this episode of Executive Connect, Kristin Thomas, founder and CEO of Marble Collective, reveals how AI is helping women leaders preserve their digital legacy, amplify their voice, and build stronger professional communities.After two decades in luxury real estate and years of navigating leadership events, Kristin saw a gap: women lacked a unified space to capture their wisdom, connections, and impact. Marble is solving that. It collects your digital assets,

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32:54

How to Build Unshakable Trust in Leadership | Darryl...

The Executive Connect Podcast ·

2025/10/20

What if everything you know about building trust is wrong? In this episode of Executive Connect, Dr. Darryl Stickel, one of the world’s leading experts on trust and author of Building Trust: Exceptional Leadership in an Uncertain World, reveals how trust can transform teams, accelerate change, and rescue broken cultures.From consulting at McKinsey to advising global leaders, Darryl explains why most organizations are failing at trust, how to rebuild it using his proven 10 lever framework, and why

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35:20

From Underdog to Unstoppable: How to Command Your...

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2025/10/16

What does it really take to go from unremarkable to extraordinary?In this episode of Executive Connect, Jeremy Ryan Slate, author, CEO of Command Your Brand, and host of the top-rated Jeremy Ryan Slate Show, shares how to rise above the noise, turn setbacks into strength, and command attention in a chaotic media world.From studying ancient Rome to building a modern media empire, Jeremy reveals how hard work, courage, and smart communication, not luck, drive lasting success. You will learn how to use

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37:50

Why Hustle Culture Is Breaking You (And How to Fix...

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2025/10/14

Guest: Jennie BlumenthalHost: Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview:What if working harder isn’t actually working?In this episode of Executive Connect, Jennie Blumenthal, former PwC partner, bestselling author of Corporate Rehab, and executive coach, shares how hustle culture is quietly breaking high performers and what to do instead.Jennie reveals her story of leading a $200 million global business while burning out behind the scenes and how she created The REHAB Method to help leaders trade overwork

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27:21

How Remote Teams Are Fixing Healthcare’s Burnout...

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2025/10/13

Guest: Beth LachanceHost: Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview: The healthcare burnout crisis is real and getting worse. Staff shortages, administrative overload, and rising operational costs are pushing medical professionals to the edge.In this episode of Executive Connect, Beth Lachance, CEO of Global Medical Virtual Assistance (GMVA), shares how remote teams are helping medical practices regain balance, restore patient care, and scale sustainably.From redefining “outsourcing” to rebuilding culture

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33:13

How to Stop Coasting and Take Control of Your Life |...

The Executive Connect Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Guest:Chris RobinsonHost:Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview:Are you drifting through your days busy but not fulfilled? In this episode of Executive Connect, Chris Robinson, international speaker, executive vice president at Maxwell Leadership, and author of From Drift to Drive, reveals how to wake up your potential and live with true intention.Chris shares how to identify where you’ve gone on autopilot, build clarity about what you really want, and take consistent daily action toward it. From his

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32:41

Curiosity Always Beats Passion: The Real Secret...

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2025/10/08

Guest: Ajay MalikHost: Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview: Everyone says “follow your passion.” Ajay Malik says follow your curiosity instead. The prolific inventor behind more than 100 patents explains why passion fades but curiosity compounds — fueling innovation, leadership, and lifelong creativity.In this episode of Executive Connect, host Melissa Aarskaug dives deep into how Ajay turns curiosity into invention and reinvention. From building teams that thrive on freedom to leading turnarounds

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22:13

Lead AI, Don’t Let It Lead You with Shashank Kapadia

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2025/10/06

Guest:Shashank KapadiaHost:Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview:AI is everywhere, but leadership is what makes it valuable. In this conversation, AI innovator Shashank Kapadia lays out a practical playbook for responsible AI: start with values, measure real outcomes, and ask better questions. He introduces his three Cs framework for responsible AI clarity, context, and consequence and explains how to lead high performing ML teams with direction, autonomy, and integrity. We cut through hype to focus on

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35:08

From T+1 to T0: Blockchain’s Real Value in Capital...

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2025/10/01

Guest: Renee BermanHost: Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview:Atomic settlement sounds flashy, but most market participants actually want T0. In this episode, capital markets leader Renee Berman breaks down where blockchain is delivering real value today and what still needs to happen before it scales. From DTCC to Broadridge, Renee has led digital asset initiatives across core market plumbing. She explains tokenization, stablecoins, smart contracts, and why single source of truth plus 24 by 7 rails can

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31:22

How to Turn Connections into Opportunities with...

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2025/09/29

Guest:George DubecHost:Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview:Networking is not about luck, it is about building a system. In this episode of Executive Connect, master connector George Dubec shares his step-by-step approach to turning relationships into real opportunities. From his early career at General Motors to building one of Florida’s largest networking groups, George has proven that consistent, persistent, and relentless follow-up beats small talk every time.You will learn: - How to build and

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35:11

The #1 Reason Your Team Training Isn’t Working

The Executive Connect Podcast ·

2025/09/24

Guest:Dr. Christie McMullenHost:Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview:Most team trainings fail because they are not designed to stick. In this episode of Executive Connect, best-selling author and adult learning expert Dr. Christie McMullen explains why flooding people with information leads to wasted time and how leaders can instead make every message safe, logical, fun, and memorable.Christie introduces her AIM model (Analyze, Improve, Move) and the sprinkle splash flood drip follow up method that

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29:39

How To Go From Chaos To Calm with Dr. Janet Polach

The Executive Connect Podcast ·

2025/09/22

Guest:Dr. Janet PolachHost:Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview:Leadership resilience and executive coaching are more critical than ever. In this episode of Executive Connect, retired Marine and executive coach Dr. Janet Polach shares the neuroscience of resilience and the practical tools leaders need to go from chaos to calm. From brain health and tiny habits to negotiating deadlines and building stronger teams, Janet reveals how to stay sharp, grounded, and effective in a world of constant fire drills

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47:27

Generative AI: A Bigger Shift Than the Internet? with...

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2025/09/17

Guest: Collin GravesHost: Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview:Generative AI is not just another tech wave. According to Collin Graves, founder of North Labs and former U.S. Air Force air crew member, it is a shift bigger than the internet itself. In this episode of Executive Connect, Collin shares why winners in the AI era will not be the companies chasing every new tool but those who anchor technology strategy in human connection, disciplined leadership, and a strong data foundation. From NATO Special

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26:42

The #1 Mistake Owners Make When Selling Their...

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2025/09/15

Guest:John MartinkaHost:Bryan HancockEpisode Overview:Thinking about buying a company, selling your own, or breaking through a growth plateau in the lower middle market This conversation with John Martinka, known as The Escape Artist, gives you a practical blueprint. John shares timeless deal wisdom from 31 years in the trenches: why relationships drive outcomes, how to de risk owner dependency, what great buyers actually pay for, and the simple systems that boost valuation. You will learn what to

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23:58

Uncertainty Isn’t A Threat… Its Greatest Competitive...

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2025/09/08

Guest:Scott StirrettHost:Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview:Executives do not fear uncertainty, they master it. In this conversation, Melissa Aarskaug sits down with Scott Stirrett, author of The Uncertainty Advantage, to unpack how leaders can turn volatility into a competitive edge. From boardroom confidence and self compassion to adaptability, generalist skills, relationships, and smart risk taking, Scott shares a practical playbook for thriving in a VUCA world. If you want clear tactics to lead

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35:37

How to Master AI in 30 Days (Without Losing the Human...

The Executive Connect Podcast ·

2025/09/03

Episode DescriptionAI is changing how we work, learn, and connect. In this episode of Executive Connect, architect and educator Lori Mazor shares how to build real AI skills in just 30 days. She explains why banning AI in schools misses the point, how leaders can use it as a teammate instead of a threat, and the daily practices that make AI a powerful tool without losing the human touch.If you are a leader, educator, or professional who feels behind on AI, this conversation will show you where to

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15:56

Clients on Demand: How Seth Greene Turned 300 Cold...

The Executive Connect Podcast ·

2025/09/01

Most agencies chase growth with endless hustle. Seth Greene discovered that the real secret to building a seven figure marketing agency was not working harder, it was creating scalable systems.In this episode of Executive Connect, Seth reveals how he went from making 300 cold calls a day out of pure frustration to building a multi million dollar agency with consistent, trackable results. He shares the three biggest challenges every agency faces: generating quality leads, converting them into paying

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32:02

M&A Red Flags That Can Kill Your Deal (and How to...

The Executive Connect Podcast ·

2025/08/28

Guest: Nicholas SpezioHost: Melissa AarskaugEpisode Overview:In today’s high-stakes M&A market, fortunes are made—or lost—in the fine print. Nicholas Spezio, Head of Transaction Services at Expo Group, joins Executive Connect to reveal the deadly mistakes and red flags that derail deals before they even close. From churn misclassifications to aggressive EBITDA add-backs, Nicholas breaks down the subtle traps that erode trust and value, and explains how both buyers and sellers can safeguard the

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