In this inspiring episode of Real Conversations, host Dan Edwards sits down with Brian Acey, the Designated Broker of Keller Williams Bothell, to explore his incredible journey in real estate. Brian’s story begins with a simple curiosity—walking through homes as they were being built—and evolves into a career defined by leadership, growth, and mentorship. He shares how those early experiences shaped his understanding of real estate from the ground up, and how that foundation guides his ...

This week, Jenny and Kandyce are joined by the black-and-white-branded pest pro himself — Alec Shelby, owner of B&S Pest Management! From the Oregon Coast to crawl spaces you wouldn’t want to sniff twice, Alec shares how he went from law enforcement to pest enforcement, swapping handcuffs for glue boards and sirens for spray rigs.The crew dives deep into:🪲 What it’s really like running a one-man pest control operation🕷️ How small-town reputations can make or break your business faster than

Excellence isn’t luck — it’s built through persistence, precision, and purpose. In this compelling episode of The Pathway to Peak Performance, host Jock Putney sits down with Dr. Nestor Karas, an acclaimed oral and maxillofacial surgeon whose career bridges surgical mastery and human leadership. From growing up in Oakland to training at the legendary Parkland Hospital and leading at UCSF, Dr. Karas shares the story behind his pursuit of surgical excellence — and the mindset that has defined...

Since the late 1970s, the Pittsburgh Public School system has hired Certified Rehabilitation Counselors to provide services for students with disabilities, ranging from ensuring accommodations are in place to providing transition services that prepare them for life after high school. The National Center for Education Statistics reports that 7.5 million, or 15% of all public school students, receive special education services. Because these services are so vital, Pittsburgh Public Schools prio...

To celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, we are sharing conversations with alumni, faculty, and industry! Enjoy this conversation with OPDD alum and current Associate Footwear Designer at Xero Shoes, Ciera Schelling.Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a

In this conversation, Tom LeNoble interviews Shane Barker, the founder of TraceFuse.ai, discussing the challenges and successes of building a business that helps Amazon sellers manage their reviews. Shane shares his journey, the influences that shaped his leadership style, and the core values that guide his company. The discussion emphasizes the importance of perseverance, respect for customers and employees, and the realization that growth should align with personal and company values.We

In this episode, Shiv is in conversation with Naresh Choudhary, Senior Vice President, Quality & Productivity, Infosys Ltd.Naresh shares his career journey starting from humble beginnings in Mumbai, studying engineering at VJTI, working at Arvind Mills, and eventually contributing to Infosys for 25 years. The discussion covers his transition from manufacturing to IT, the influence of mentors, various roles at Infosys, and the importance of reframing roles. Naresh also emphasizes the value of great

Erin describes her own writing process as, “a bunch of random practices thrown into a bag and shaken up." Nevertheless, for today’s episode, Erin managed to organize her processes into four categories: getting work, getting in, getting done, getting right. Listen as Erin gives us tips and tricks for freelancing, deadlines, and saying no. Homework: Write down all the tips and tricks you’ve learned about your own personal writing process on a single page. Show

At 22, Jaclyn Johnson landed her dream magazine job — until she realized it paid less than her rent. That rejection set off a chain of bold decisions: launching a fashion blog, being sued by a former employer, losing a job she moved across the country to take, and eventually starting her own PR/branding agency. Jaclyn tells Maryam how she turned fear into fuel and turned Create & Cultivate from a side hustle into a brand she eventually sold for $22 million. Along the way, she learne...

How do you unlock potential, overcome self-doubt, and create scalable impact in your personal and professional life? On this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson is joined by Allison Walsh — best-selling author, speaker, success coach, former Miss Florida, and founder of She Believed She Could. With a focus on empowering women, Allison shares her expertise in positive psychology, strength-based coaching, and building confidence to help ambitious women break past barriers and

We’ve all seen it—or lived it: the boss who drains energy, stifles growth, and creates a toxic environment. The truth is, toxic bosses don’t just hurt individuals… they poison teams and stall organizations.In this episode, we get real about: ✅ The red flags of toxic leadership—and why people often miss them ✅ How toxic bosses damage culture, performance, and well-being ✅ Practical strategies to protect yourself and your team if you’re stuck under one ✅ Lessons on how not to lead if you’re committed

Send us a textWhat if two handwritten sentences could do more for engagement than a dozen meetings? We sit down with author and keynote speaker Amy Daughters to unpack the surprising power of pen on paper—how a spontaneous act of compassion turned into 580 letters and a repeatable practice any leader can use to build trust, loyalty, and genuine kinship at work.Amy walks us through the moment that sparked her writing habit, the two-year exchange that reshaped her view of connection, and the decision

What if productivity didn’t mean hustle? In this episode, I share my top five productivity habits that keep me focused on what really matters — without the overwhelm. From sticky notes to habit trackers, these small practices have made a huge impact in both my business and family life. Here’s what you’ll hear today: Why checking email just twice a day saves time and stressHow a simple weekly agenda sheet creates clarityThe power of time blocking (and starting with just 90 minutes)Why tr...

Vulnerability as a leadership superpower? Brian Handley runs a 175-year-old, fifth-generation foodservice company — and says the quiet part out loud: you don’t need all the answers to build an elite team. We dig into right-seat/right-role moves, KPI cultures that actually help people grow, and a raw, hopeful conversation on veteran mental health, meditation, and daily discipline.Brian Handley is President of Palmer Food Services, serving 2,000+ customers across NY, CT, and NJ. A former Army

Fireside Chats with Jesse | Stephanie Taylor – Founder & President, Broadfit Financial In this episode of Fireside Chats with Jesse, I sit down with Stephanie Taylor, Founder and President of Broadfit Financial. With a deep background in equipment finance and a passion for people-first leadership, Stephanie shares her journey to entrepreneurship and how she built a business grounded in authenticity and trust. Topics of discussion include: Stephanie’s path to founding Broadfit Financial How

In this episode, we welcome Josh Metz, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Monterey Bay DART Initiative. Josh shares his winding career path from environmental biology and landscape architecture to leading regional economic development at the Fort Ord Reuse Authority and co-founding Monterey Bay DART.Topics covered include the origins of MB DART (Drones, Automation, and Robotics Technology), partnerships with universities and industry, the FAA's UAS Integration Pilot Program, and the role of

Have you noticed your teen spending more time online but seeming more withdrawn in real life?Are you wondering if what your teen is experiencing is normal teenage behavior—or signs of something deeper, like loneliness?In this powerful episode, we dive into The Loneliness Epidemic in Teens. Research shows that about half of adolescents today report feeling lonely—and many experience this at least once a week. Our guest, Lucy Rose, founder and leader of The Cost of Loneliness Project, shares

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In this episode, Tamara speaks to Meaghan Cahill –– Production Assistant at Bloomsbury, and alumnus of the Columbia Publishing Course (CPC) –– about her experience of CPC. Meaghan talks candidly about the course, highlighting its benefits, the application process, the day to day activities it involved, and how it has helped launch her career into publishing. Mentioned in this episode Columbia Publishing Course: https://journalism.columbia.edu/cpc-uk Episode transcript https://turb...