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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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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...

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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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54:01

Grant Gooding, The Curious CEO - Why Following Your...

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2025/02/03

Join me as I sit down with Grant Gooding (see his bio below), founder and CEO of Proof Positioning, to discuss how emotional data is transforming market research and business strategy. With a background in mergers and acquisitions, Grant saw firsthand why so many deals fail—leading him to pioneer a groundbreaking way to measure what truly drives customer decisions. We cover: - The surprising reason 70% of business acquisitions fail. - Why traditional market research methods don’t work—and how to fix

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58:08

Saying Yes to Life: Michael Mackie’s Journey Through...

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2025/01/27

In this episode, I chat with the inimitable Michael Mackie (see his bio below), a multi-talented storyteller, Emmy-award-winning host, entertainment journalist, and travel writer. With his signature wit and humor, Michael takes us through his fascinating career, from his early days in Des Moines TV to interviewing A-list celebrities and even hosting his own PBS travel show, "Get Lost!". We dive into: Michael’s hilarious and sometimes disastrous celebrity interviews, including Sarah McLachlan and

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01:06:10

A Lifetime of Leadership, Legacy, and Service with...

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2025/01/20

From Mucking Stables to Shaping Leaders: Linda Endecott’s Path of Purpose - In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Linda Endecott (see her bio below), Managing Director of the Executive MBA program at Rockhurst University’s Helzberg School of Management. With an extraordinary career spanning education, nonprofit/corporate leadership, and executive development, Linda shares the lessons, laughter, and life experiences that have shaped her journey.We explore Linda’s unique path—from

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29:26

Special Edition - Book Review: Atomic Habits: An Easy...

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2025/01/15

Welcome to a short-form Special Edition of The Corporate Couch! Today, my co-host is Shawn Kinkade (linkedin.com/in/shawnkinkade). We break down James Clear’s Atomic Habits. Spoiler alert: this book is life-changing—but also responsible for Shawn flossing regularly and me questioning my peanut M&M consumption.We dive into Clear’s genius strategies, like: Turning "just go to the gym" into an actual life hack (but maybe not living there). Habit stacking: floss after brushing, not after binging

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01:00:40

From Baseball Cards to Blockchain: Randy Wasinger’s...

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2025/01/13

What the hell is Web3? In this episode (the first in my collaboration with Startland News - Website), I chat with Randy Wasinger—entrepreneur, NFT pioneer, and founder/CEO of CryptoSlam (see his bio below). With over 20 years of experience in high-growth businesses and a track record as an innovator in SEO, affiliate marketing, and big data, Randy shares how his early passion for baseball cards evolved into a groundbreaking career in Web3 and NFTs. We dive into Randy’s entrepreneurial journey—from

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56:28

From the NFL to Mindset Mastery: A Conversation with...

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2025/01/06

In this episode, I sit down with Jon McGraw (see his bio below)—former NFL safety, co-founder of Vision Pursue, and performance mindset expert. From walking on at Kansas State to playing 10 seasons in the NFL, Jon shares his incredible journey, the leadership lessons he learned from legendary coaches (including the legendary Kansas State University coach Bill Snyder), and the physical, emotional, and mental toll of professional football. We delve into Jon’s transition from the NFL to

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01:17:11

Unleashing Fun At Work - Leadership and Laughter With...

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2024/12/30

In this episode of The Corporate Couch, I chat with Joel Zeff (see his bio below), a nationally renowned speaker, work culture expert, author, and humorist who has captivated audiences for over 25 years. Known for his hilarious improvisational comedy and insightful messages on leadership, collaboration, and change, Joel brings his unique energy to the podcast.We explore Joel’s fascinating career journey—from his days as a newspaper journalist to becoming a sought-after keynote speaker. Joel shares

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01:03:44

Susie Tomenchok, The Master Negotiator With A Big...

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2024/12/23

In this episode, I sit down with the vibrant and insightful Susie Tomenchok, author, executive coach, TEDx speaker, and negotiation expert (see her bio below). From being a telecom pioneer at Comcast to leading an international company of over 1000 employees to becoming a mentor and coach, Susie shares her inspiring journey and practical advice for professionals at every stage of their careers (including being an early adopter of having a side hustle). We dive into her unique approach to

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55:39

Paige Pelaccio Meyer, From Nurse To Business Owner-...

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2024/12/16

After over 100 episodes, Paige Pelaccio Meyer (see her bio below) is my favorite guest so far (I am biased since she is my daughter :-). While she knew she wanted to be a nurse, Paige had a unique career strategy that deviated from the typical nurse's first job. She bought the business she worked at for 5 years when she was 27. Two and half months after taking ownership, Paige was forced to shut down her business for 8 weeks due to COVID regulations. She talks about "embracing the suck" to achieve

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