Does that vision of greatness seem just out of reach? Ever wonder what might be holding you back? What does the next level even look like?  What separates success stories from everyone else?  My incredible guest @Brad Eisenberg, founder of BE Lean, is a Scalability Consultant with over 15 years of experience helping organizations breakthrough to the next level. He works with growing businesses that are at the point where everything that used to be fun and simple has become messy and complex. We discuss how to cut through the complexity, fix what's broken, and create smooth, streamlined, and scalable operating systems to help you get out of the weeds and actually grow! There are tips and tricks here for every kind of organization looking to move to that next level of success, so be sure to listen, share, and tell your friends!  #scalability #businessgrowth #leadership #businesstips #maximizeprofits

What you do for your employees says everything about you. And yet, it’s not just in offering “a competitive benefits package,” now the real winners are organizations that use those benefits to make meaningful improvements in their employee’s lives. We have a saying at our company, “A benefit isn’t a benefit unless your employee understands it and can use it properly.” My incredible guest @Joshua O’Gara is a fellow Employee Benefits Specialist and employment culture enthusiast and we dive into several key factors behind delivering an elevated benefits experience. We dive into the need for having a benefits strategy and address crucial topics such as the fact that employee financial well-being has hit an all-time low. How can employers support their employees’ overall financial health? What can employers do to support their employee’s mental well-being as much as their physical well-being? As leaders, let’s not just deliver the benefits our employees need, but do so in a manner that lifts them towards a better life!  #employeebenefits #employmentculture #leadership #cultureenthusiasts #culturematters

The future doesn’t negotiate, the future doesn’t cooperate. It will be what it will be, so how can we work to shape it as positively as we can on behalf of our association, stakeholders and industry? This episode’s guest @Jeff De Cagna, is an Association Contrarian, Foresight practitioner, and Executive Adviser of Foresight First, LLC. He and I dig into perhaps one of the most crucial issues for associations to grasp: the duty of Foresight. In order for us to better hear the signals of the future, we’ve got to be able to turn down the noise of the past. What noise from our past, what baggage are we carrying, such as our orthodox beliefs, that prevents us from engaging in the kind of intentional learning that we need to do to better understand where we are going and what we need to become and what we need to do to guide us towards the pathways we must travel. How can boards reclaim their agency to be effective today and set their successors up for years to come? We cover all of this and much more, so enjoy this episode and let’s all strive to be Foresight driven leaders that our future successors need us to be! #associations #leadershipmatters #foresight

If there was one thing we could do to make a difference 2024, what would it be? What if we could nurture the generosity within each person and bring resources for creating change in the world to everyone. That’s something I think we can all get behind, and it also happens to be the very mission of Charitable Impact. My incredible guest John Bromley, the CEO of Charitable Impact, is a two-time TEDx speaker, a Business in Vancouver Forty Under 40 winner whose life mission is facilitating benevolence. He and I enjoyed a fantastic conversation navigating how to help as many people as possible give generously, and rediscover how good it feels to give—and how powerful giving can be—when you do it in an even more intentional and personally meaningful way. See something in the world that needs to change? You can absolutely DO something about it!  Enjoy this episode and let’s all strive to be the change we want to see in the world! #charitablegiving #stewardship #leadershipmatters #bethechange

What if we could peer into the future with a VP of Meta! Well, it’s not every day you get a firsthand look at the front lines of the digital marketplace and what leaders need to know to not just survive but thrive. Maybe a better question is, “what would you do if you weren’t afraid?” My incredible guest Erin Egan, is the Chief Privacy Officer at Meta (the artist formerly known as Facebook!). From her incredible career journey to the fascinating stuff she handles each day, Erin walks through the critical things all leaders should know about AI, Privacy, and Digital Leadership. Enjoy this MUST LISTEN TO episode to find out how to keep your organization steadily pointed in the right direction to traverse our digital future!  #womenintechnology #digitalleadership #understandingai #leadershipmatters

What if one of the best things an Association could do was to create an environment where “people feel that they can find their peers and feel accepted for who they are.” What if workplaces focused on cultivating employment cultures that valued our differences as much as our commonalities? My guest @Trevor Mitchell, is the Executive Director of MENSA, a unique membership organization, and an incredible leader working tirelessly on the front lines of diversity, equity, inclusion, access and belonging. As organizations and leaders face headwinds and backlash, how can we press forward in a positive manner, build off our past successes, and pivot in the face of pushback?  Maybe it’s not about certain words, but about doing life better? Enjoy this episode to find out how to persevere because this journey is too important!  #perseverance #powerofassociation #diversityequityinclusion #leadershipmatters

Work hard, love others, press repeat! A mantra I think most of us can get behind. My guest James Schleicher, author of “It All Starts with A Plan,” is a consummate leader working tirelessly in all domains to help, support and encourage others to be the best version of themselves.  But James’ story is one of leadership by accident. While he has achieved significant professional and personal success, his unconventional journey taught him, and hopefully teaches all of us, some valuable lessons. Enjoy this episode to find out how to turn disadvantages into advantages, and failures into success!  #perseverance #storytelling #leadershipmatters

Don’t underestimate the power of a good story! We connect through our humanness. All of us seek meaningful relationships because the quality of our life is directly proportional to the quality of our relationships. How can organizations create a compelling story to represent their value to the marketplace? My guest Pamela Nieto is a master branding guru and we dive into what branding is, why it’s important, and how you can define/refine a brand for yourself.  Whether you’re a for profit trying to find clients, or an association trying to attract new members, your brand should amplify your story and draw the people to you. Enjoy this episode to find out how to stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons!  #branding #storytelling #leadershipmatters

Most organizations want to offer a great retirement plan that helps their employees save for their future, yet few realize the opportunities that exist on how to customize their retirement offerings to their employees. My guest on this episode is the amazing Kristin Tocket, Retirement Plan expert extraordinaire and boy has she seen it all! Give this a listen as Kristin shares some fantastic insights on strategies and best practices to optimize retirement, set aside more money than you already do, which vehicles might make sense, and what to watch out for.  Retire happy my friends! #executivecompensation #retirementplans #financialpodcast #employeebenefits

The war for talent is fierce and it can be tough to stand out as an employer. Most organizations don’t have a “talent brand.” On this episode of my podcast, my amazing guest @Dany Smith and I discuss some of the most significant trends & opportunities in the area of talent development & HR and how organizations develop a brand & identity that the best professionals want to work for. Culture matters! How can you drive modern HR solutions that deliver exceptional experiences for the candidate? What are good employers doing that stand out in the area of benefits? Want to attract and retain amazing employees? Then develop an amazing organizational ethos and become known for how you value your people. #financialwellness #hr #financialpodcast #employeebenefits

How can you significantly reduce your tax liability when you make more than $500,000 a year? What about when you finally sell your company & get a significant payday? What happens when you want to liquidate some real estate holdings? Navigating taxes successfully involves one key thing: knowing which part of the tax code you need to work with to be effective. My guest Matt Chancey is a Tax Shelter & Tax Strategies expert, and we dig into some significant stuff when it comes to some of the more obscure parts of the tax code. Matt works with high income and high net worth clients to legally reduce taxes on income or capital gains. You’re not stuck, but you need to have a true specialist working in your corner to navigate forward with confidence. #financialresolutions #taxtips #financialpodcast #financialfreedom #financialwellness #taxes

What do wealthier people do that most of us don’t?  Well, one thing is that they tend to be far more strategic when it comes to their taxes! In the second episode of our “taxes” mini-series, my guest R. J. Kelly is Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Wealth Legacy Group®, a company specializing in supporting closely-held business and professional families, and the host of the “Wealth Legacy Conversations” podcast. We have a fantastic conversation about several strategies that can make a massive difference on our wealth. We get to choose how we support the social welfare of our country, so let’s choose wisely! #financialresolutions #taxtips #financialpodcast #financialfreedom #financialwellness #taxes

As we walk into 2023, now may be a good time to consider making some financial resolutions! My guest @Jeremy Keil, host of the Retirement Revealed podcast, thinks a great place to start may be our taxes!  When it comes to our money, one thing that’s hard to grasp is just how big of a bite Uncle Sam takes, yet we have a remarkable amount of control over our taxes. So instead of having your taxes just happen to you, listen to this episode to see how you can have a tax strategy that empowers you towards more financial success in 2023 and beyond! #newyearsresolutions #financialresolutions #taxtips #financialpodcast #financialfreedom #financialwellness #taxes

In this episode, I enjoy a wonderful conversation with Dr. Constance Craig-Mason, CEO of Concierge Financial Group and a fellow FinCon panel member. We dive deeper into the concept of aligning our values and our finances. The good news is: We don’t have to trade our principals for profits! We discuss how to give our money a “job” and a purpose, so that it becomes more about what we represent, not just what we leave behind. By focusing on the impact, not just the returns, it’s incredible the kind of things we can accomplish financially and transform the world we live in for the better. So, how is your money changing your world? #esg #investing #values #valuesalignment #financialwellness #financialempowerment #fincon22 #impactinvesting

What comes to mind when you hear the word DEBT? You’re probably cringing a little bit because, let’s face it, it’s not a great word financially speaking. Some might call if a Four-Letter word. Most of us have likely had to wrestle with it to some degree because our culture has a very nasty relationship with debt. In this episode I speak to Debt-ologist extraordinaire, @Ashley Patrick, who managed to payoff $45,000 of her own debt in 17 months, a feat that spurred into becoming a Master Financial Coach specializing in helping people tackle this ugly word DEBT. Founder of Budgets Made Easy, Ashley and I confront this head on to help anyone wrestling with debt find a pathway forward. #debt #debtstinks #debtfree #financialfreedom

Have you ever asked yourself, “Am I funding what I’m fighting?” May seem like an odd question to ask, but it’s one that can have significant implications. On this episode my guest Daniel Wanstreet and I explore the growing opportunities in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investing. Can supporting companies that operate by certain values not only be good for our conscience, but for our portfolio as well? Maybe it’s time to take a step back and reconsider not just what we may be investing in, by why?  Let’s think about what kind of vision and mission we want for our money - Don’t miss this extremely important conversation! #esg #investing #values #valuesalignment #financialwellness #financialempowerment

If there’s one significant financial experience most of us have several times in our lives, it’s getting a car. In a fantastic interview with Robert Fogarty Jr, Owner of Sport Chevrolet & Honda, we discuss the car industry and dive into things most people may not know about optimizing the car buying experience. The 2020 Northwood Dealer of the Year share tips for buying new, used, or leasing – since there’s no “one right way” to go about getting a car for yourself! We discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly so if you had a car, have one now, or might think of getting one in the future, you need to listen to this episode! #cars #financialtips #financialwellness #financialfreedom

The pandemic certainly thrust Health to the forefront of our lives, reminding us to put more of a premium on taking care of ourselves. As Count Rugen says, “if you don’t have your health, you don’t have anything!” In this interview with the Crazy Health Lady herself, she shares not only a miraculous journey of healing, but frames how important our health is not only for fulfillment & longevity, but also for our finances. Being healthy physically, mentally, emotionally, and even spiritually can have a massive impact on your financial health, so you’re not going to want to miss this one! #healthmeanswealth #financialwellness #wellness #healthyliving #crazyhealthlady #naifaproud

Teenagers and money often don’t mix…but maybe they can! In my interview with the “Artisan of Adulting” herself, Charla McKinley, we discuss the challenges around equipping our children to be financially successful, especially once they become teens. During such a transformative period of their lives, it’s critical for parents to instill fiscal responsibility, but it doesn’t happen by default. Listen now to learn how! #financialempowerment #financialtips #makingmoneymakesense #adulting, #education #parenting #raisingadults #financialliteracy #equippedforsuccess #adulting #moneymatters

Outstanding interview with my Washington Business Journal 40 UNDER 40 classmate, Irving Washington, CEO of the Online News Association.  As a tremendous leader in the Association community, Irving and I tackle some of the critical issues surrounding the exciting changes, challenges, trends & opportunities across the journalism landscape, the association community, and the economy at large. The intersection of trust, intentionality, and diversity, equity and inclusion may hold the key to lasting transformation. There’s even a Matrix movie reference! Can’t miss this episode #trust #leadership #diversityequityandinclusion #journalism #freelancer #cae #textstotable