Be BOLD Branding

Getting Rid of Lazy Leadership

Has leadership gotten downright lazy? Our guest today is on a mission to rid the world of Lazy Leadership. Julie Holunga works with teams and leaders to instill her Trusted Voice Paradigm to increase effective communications, make conflict constructive, and develop leaders who lead with integrity. Through these programs, leaders get out of their way, develop trusting relationships with key stakeholders, and positively impact the organization's bottom line. Julie’s expertise lies within professional services: law, accounting, and investment firms, specializing in the careers of female leaders. 
Episode Highlights:  
01:24 Julie's Journey: From Global Upbringing to Leadership Advisor
03:25 The Titanium Rule: Transforming Leadership Communication
06:37 Identifying the Need for Leadership Coaching
12:51 Julie's Unique Approach 
16:15 How to Connect with Julie HolungaShow Links:www.julieholunga.comCheck out her TEDx talk on the power of leadership language!

Becoming A Bold Leader

What does it take to become a bold leader? How do you build high-performing teams that are excuse-proof, and goal-crushing?  Our guest in this episode is Kimberly Svoboda, the CEO of Aspiration Catalyst®. Kim spent 25 years building businesses from zero dollars to millions at high-growth technology firms such as CDW, Adobe, US Cellular, and Insight…and has deep expertise in leadership, sales, operations, strategy, and what it takes to build powerful teams and sustain high performance. Her mission is to empower BOLD leaders worldwide.
 
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Introduction: A Surprising Start
01:34 Influences and Inspirations: The Journey to Leadership
03:32 The Mission: Making a Difference in Leadership
04:47 Recognizing the Need for Leadership Coaching
07:10 Tailored Solutions for High-Growth Companies
12:34 The Power of Strengths-Based Leadership
17:09 A Global Perspective: Personal Insights and Future Plans
​19:12 How to Connect with Kimberly Svodoba
 
Show Links: http://www.aspirationcatalyst.com/

The Brand That Dismantles Dysfunction

Is your organization dysfunctional?  In this episode we feature a mother-daughter duo who founded Caliber Leadership Systems, where they focus on dismantling dysfunction in organizations.  Dr. Anne Dranitsaris and Heather Dranitsaris-Hilliard have been featured in dozens of publications, spoken at professional conferences, and written several series of books on personality type and the brain.  They’re known for empowering individuals, leaders, and organizations to achieve their potential by leveraging their expertise in the neurobiology of human development combined with a system-thinking approach. In addition to this, wait until you hear their very moving and personal story.01:43 A Personal Backstory: An Unexpected Reconnection
03:08 Shared Values and Professional Synergy
06:38 Defining Success and Addressing Dysfunction
09:22 Coaching and Leadership Dynamics
14:30 How to Connect with Heather Dranitsaris-Hilliard & Dr. Anne Dranitsaris
Show Links:
www.dismantlingdysfunction.com
www.dranitsaris-hilliard.com
https://www.youtube.com/c/DranitsarisHilliard

The Front Lines of the Pandemic (with Ravi Iyer, MD)

I think we can all agree that the pandemic shifted our lives in ways we could never have imagined prior to 2020.  In this episode, we interview Dr. Ravi Iyer, a trailblazing physician when it came to the safety of his patients and staff during the COVID crisis. He’s the author of The Reaper’s Dance, an account of our journey through the pandemic in the United States.  He’s also a motivational speaker, and acclaimed as 2024's fastest rising speaker and expert on People First Leadership. As we unveil the story and the star behind the business, Dr. Iyer shares his knowledge and experience from over 40 years in the medical world to help us better understand what happened during the pandemic, and how we can change the narrative for the future.  
 
Episode Highlights:
02:11 Dr. Ravi Iyer's Early Life and Inspiration
05:10 Developing a Unique Gift
07:03 Facing the Pandemic
11:27 Innovative Safety Measures
13:38 Community Impact and Success
18:02 Writing The Reaper's Dance
18:56 The Power of Narrative
21:25 Dr. Iyer's Speaking and Coaching
27:36 How to Connect with Dr. Ravi Iyer
 
Show Links:
https://www.driyer.com/

The Brand In Outer Space (with Sarah Pousho)

Is your business mission ‘out of this world’?  We can honestly say that Sarah Pousho has a mission to help humanity broaden its knowledge of the Earth and the universe in which we exist.  Every year around the world, dozens of universities, civil space agencies, and nonprofit organizations plan crucial space missions focused on exploration, science, and education objectives…and then they struggle to get the funding needed to turn their dreams into reality. And that’s why Sarah Pousho founded Space Bridge Partners, an advisory firm that connects funders with space missions. Learn about Sarah’s story and how Space Bridge Partners came to be a reality.
 
Episode Highlights:
00:59 Meet Sarah Pousho: Co-Founder & CEO of Space Bridge Partners
01:20 Sarah's Journey to the Space Industry
03:46 The Mission of Space Bridge Partners
04:50 Funding Space Missions: Challenges and Strategies
10:22 The Role of Media in Space Exploration
22:01 The Future of Space Bridge Partners
23:12 How to Connect with Sarah Pousho
 
Show Links:
https://www.spacebridgepartners.com/contact
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahpousho
 

Preserving Napoleon Hill’s Legacy (with Don Green)

Everyone in this audience has no doubt heard of Napoleon Hill and his iconic book, Think & Grow Rich. Today, we have the amazing honor of speaking with Don Green, the Executive Director of the Napoleon Hill Foundation. We remained silent most of the interview because we were so enthralled by the stories he shared with us. His humble beginnings and meteoric rise to business fame are a testament to everything Napoleon Hill taught. We have rarely had the opportunity to tap into such rich knowledge and experience, and such a powerful and kind-hearted man. 
 
Episode Highlights:
01:05 Meet Don Green: A Journey of Dedication
02:37 The Power of Books and Vision Boards
05:11 Discovering the Napoleon Hill Foundation
09:47 Building a Legacy with the Foundation
21:23 The Power of Consistent Effort
23:41 A Legacy of Giving
27:46 The Gift of Vision
41:39 How to Connect with Don Green
 
Show Links:  https://www.naphill.org/

From Carpenter to CEO (with Gary Chappell)

How do you go from living in a treehouse and playing in a band…to the top of one of the most iconic motivational speaking companies in the world?  Gary Chappell blew us away when we first heard the story of how he left his unconventional life behind and began the climb from carpenter to the CEO of Nightingale Conant, the world leader in personal development for over 50 years.  Today, he’s sharing his journey to the top…and the 4 most valuable lessons he’s learned about life along the way.  
 
Episode Highlights:
00:38 Meet Gary Chappell: From Carpenter to CEO
01:35 The Life-Changing Lesson of Non-Judgment
04:45 A Turning Point: Living in a Tree House
06:59 Discovering Personal Development
18:56 The Four Foundations of Life
32:13 How to Connect with Gary Chappell

The Voices of Personal Development (with Vic Conant)

You know many of the personal brands this company helped to launch. In fact, they were revolutionary in the personal development recording industry.  They produced voice recordings for the most iconic thought leaders known today, including Earl Nightingale, Napoleon Hill, Zig Ziglar, Bob Proctor, Jim Rohn, Dale Carnegie, Dr. Wayne Dyer, Jack Canfield, Tony Robbins, and many more. Those who have heard us speak before may know that I spent almost two decades in the radio industry.  And that’s just one reason we were honored to speak with Vic Conant, the Chairman of Nightingale Conant. In this episode, you’ll learn how the company started, and the steps they took to achieve tremendous success with the top personal development brands across the globe.  
 
Episode Highlights:
00:58 Meet Vic Conant: Chairman of Nightingale-Conant
01:25 Vic's Early Life and Introduction to Earl Nightingale
04:04 Earl Nightingale's Radio Journey
06:31 The Evolution of Direct Marketing
10:40 The Rise of Nightingale-Conant
23:52 The Legacy and Future of Nightingale-Conant
26:36 How to Connect with Vic Conant

Healing Our Healthcare Heroes

Since the pandemic, doctors, nurses and other medical personnel are burned out, exhausted, and unmotivated.  Our guest is on a mission to help with this critical issue. Dr. Miriam Zylberglait (Dr. Z) is a triple Board-Certified Physician in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, and Obesity Medicine and the Founder of “Virtual Wellbeing MD”.  Her clinic offers comprehensive, holistic, and personalized care to medical personnel, using advanced technology and evidence-based medicine.  Dr. Z is also the author of the #1 bestseller, "The 3G Cycle of Life: The Secrets for Achieving Joy, Meaning, and Well-being”.  Let’s find out how she’s helping to address this huge issue impacting our healthcare providers today.
 
Episode Highlights:
01:54 Dr. Z's Journey to Medicine
05:22 The Healthcare Crisis
09:42 Challenges Faced by Healthcare Professionals
14:07 Dr. Z's Personal Approach and Solutions
18:33 The 3G Cycle of Life
22:26 How to Connect with Dr. Miriam Zylberglait

How He Lives Without Limits

Are you hiding yourself from the world?  Are you putting limits on yourself and your abilities?  Chris Ruden went from hiding his disability to going viral by telling his story.  This journey led him to a TV show with Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, a feature in People Magazine, and being exposed to millions on YouTube and TV.  He’s also a world record holding power lifter, and author of The Art of Changing Course (A 3-Step Strategy to Get Unstuck and Solve Real Problems).  Learn how Chris uses his bionic arm and autoimmune disease today to live a life without limits…and inspire millions to do the same.
 
Episode Highlights:
01:27 The Power of Storytelling and Self-Acceptance
03:36 Breaking Habits and Building New Ones
09:55 Embracing Authenticity and Vulnerability
19:30 Finding Contentment in Life's Ebbs and Flows
21:49 The Pressure to Be Special
28:02 Competing in the Titan Games
31:42 Chris Ruden's Future Plans
33:22 How to Connect with Chris Ruden