About Lindsay Barnett
Lindsay Barnett is an executive coach and Human Resources consultant with over two decades of experience working with Fortune 500 companies and growing startups. In addition to holding leadership roles in the HR function, she also was a Professor of Organizational Culture at USC. Throughout her career, she has navigated the twists and turns of work and life, seeking greater flexibility and purpose while overcoming burnout along the way. Lindsay lives with her husband, two kids and a very big dog in the Los Angeles area.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaykbarnett/
https://www.barnettcoaching.com/
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About Jennifer JohnsonHi, I’m Jennifer Johnson, and I am a wife, mother of two, and a Registered Nurse in Ontario, Canada. I have spent the last sixteen years of my career in the emergency room of big and small hospitals all over Northern and Southern Ontario. I have personally been a part of all the heartbreak, drama, bullying, life to death moments, and then also trying to cope in the ER during an ongoing pandemic. My debut book- Nursing Intuition: How to Trust Your Gut, Save Your Sanity and Survive Your Career is finally here and it's my rally cry to all the other nurses struggling through this pandemic and finding that they are losing their love of nursing. They (as well as I) are burnt out and depressed and feeling hopeless. The love, caring, and camaraderie of nursing have changed for all of us, and the expectation that we continue to show up to a job that puts our lives on the line is new to us, and we are not doing well. I wanted to put this book out there to let nurses know they are not alone. Bringing back the love of nursing is possible. Now more than ever, we need to support and help raise each other.https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-johnson-bscn-rnhttps://www.rxforgrowth.com/---------------------------------------------------------About Dr. Shanea ClancyFrom witnessing insurmountable trauma to rewiring my brain through intentional transformation and approaches to life, my journey defies the traditional path of a surthriver.A forensic nurse turned mindset strategist who thrives on empowering audiences to shift from survival mode to their peak performance potential.Why? Because I know what it's like to be in the trenches of life, feeling lost, overwhelmed, unworthy, and completely alone. Even while surrounded by those who mean the most.I've sat with stories most people run from. All while my passion, purpose, and identity unwillingly stripped from me. After years of slowly rebuilding a future from scratch, once afforded a second-chance, my passion & hearts mission is to teach leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers how to lead with emotional intelligence, dismantle limiting beliefs, and build resilient & confident teams by getting in the trenches alongside them. Why? Because, I also know what the power of belief, hope, mentorship, and unconditional love does to ones soul. I'm living proof that our pasts and mishaps do not dictate our future.Whether we're talking trauma-informed care, mental health, mindset mastery, or moral injury, I'm not just sharing theory and expert insights. I'm also sharing my heart & soul with the tools and critical keys of transformation that changed the entire trajectory of life as I once knew it.https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanea-clancyhttp://www.shaneaclancy.com/-------------------------------------------------When It Worked Podcast
About Marnie WillsFor years, I was the entrepreneur who outsourced anything remotely technical. As the founder of SportyMinis (an early years physical education business) and an health and fitness business called SportsFit, I built successful companies despite—not because of—technology. I was convinced that tech just wasn't my thing, and frankly, I was okay with that.Then February 2023 happened. On a recommendation, I reluctantly tried Jasper AI for some ad copy. What I expected was rubbish copy, super generic and cost an arm and a leg. Instead, it was completely different—cheap as chips and I actually loved going back and forth chatting with Jasper about what I wanted. It really was a moment of clarity. For the first time, I didn't need to be technical to leverage powerful technology. I was thriving with confidence and felt so productive.https://www.linkedin.com/in/marnie-wills-entrepreneur/https://businesswithaistrategist.com/---------------------------------About Miriam SchulmanMiriam Schulman | Artpreneur Coach | Creative Flow Catalyst | Spiritual TechnologistMiriam Schulman is a creative entrepreneur, best-selling author, and soulful business mentor whose work lives at the intersection of art, artificial intelligence, and authentic expression. She helps artists and creators escape the “starving artist” trap by combining practical marketing strategy with spiritual alignment—and now, intelligent automation.She’s the author of "Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity" (HarperCollins Leadership - now in it's third printing with over 417 reviews), and host of "The Inspiration Place Podcast", ranked in the top 0.5% of all shows globally. Through her coaching programs and online training, Schulman has helped thousands of creatives build profitable businesses without sacrificing their joy, identity, or artistic integrity.https://www.linkedin.com/in/schulmanart/https://schulmanart.com/----------------------------------About Ursula MentjesUrsula Mentjes is a sales and mindset expert who knows firsthand what it takes to break through revenue plateaus. Early in her career, she struggled to hit her first six figures, battling the same limiting beliefs that hold many entrepreneurs back—believing she had to work harder to deserve success, that big money was only for "other people," and that she simply wasn’t wired for exponential growth. But when she discovered Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and began shifting her beliefs, everything changed. She went from struggling to scaling, eventually creating $100,000 months and teaching others to do the same.Today, as the founder of Ursula Inc., a five-time bestselling author, and a sought-after speaker, she has helped thousands of business owners double or triple their revenue while working less. She combines her expertise in sales strategy and mindset transformation to help entrepreneurs collapse time, increase sales, and create financial freedom.https://www.linkedin.com/in/ursulaincorporatedhttps://www.ursulainc.co/------------------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Lynn Quinn
Greetings! I’m Lynn Quinn, founder of The Zones of Atlas.
I'm a cognitive architect who works with the four zones of communication to help people speak from the "pink zone," of zone of shared understanding between the subconscious mind, and conscious words.
The four Zones of communication
✨ Pink Zone - Shared Understanding
✨ Yellow Zone - Ambiguous Understanding
✨ Higher Zone - Universal Understanding
✨ Halt Zone - Primal Understanding
I created "The Pink Zone," a style of communication that focuses on connecting subconscious thought, with conscious words. I use an introspective tool called Reflection Writing. I weave these two together with the zones of communication to create Pink Zone magic!
https://www.4zcommunication.com/
About Tom Hagerty
The Headline: Our Relationships Are Crumbling And Getting Worse
The Lede: Interpersonal relationships of all types have never been in more danger. We are angrier and more divided, depressed, addicted, and lonely than any time in our history. And we're taking it out on each other, sometimes passively but increasingly with violence.
Why It Matters:
Failed relationships cost American businesses $8 trillion per year due to lost productivity
Disaffected and disengaged workers have 37% higher absenteeism and are 63% more likely to quit abruptly
American children are 3x more likely to grow up in a single-parent household than the worldwide average
68% of our citizens believe that most people can't be trusted, and 60% say that loneliness is a constant companion
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About Edi Oduraa
Edi helps successful, soul-led founders navigate the sacred (and often messy) terrain between where they are and what’s next. A former civil engineer turned business expansion architect, she’s traded in blueprints for backend systems, but still builds with precision, integrity, and vision.
Her expertise is sacred infrastructure - strategy, systems, tech, and team - that honors the soul of the work while expanding its reach.
Her story weaves together engineering, energy healing, motherhood, divorce, and a reclamation of wild, powerful feminine leadership. She brings grounded, high-level insight into business growth, nervous system attunement, operational refinement, and reclaiming momentum after collapse or transition.
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About Jorge Olson
If your podcast audience is made up of entrepreneurs, marketers, startup founders, or anyone building a personal or product brand, they’ll instantly connect with Jorge Olson’s story—and walk away with actionable insights they’ll never forget.
Jorge has:
1. Sent 5 companies public
2. Raised over $100 million in investment
3. Launched over 1,000 beverages and consumer goods with entrepreneurs and celebrities
4. Wrote 5 books on marketing and branding
5. Grew up without Running Water or Electricity
6. Suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury
Jorge is a storyteller who will have your audience on the edge of their seats. They will leave your podcast inspired and motivated, with a handful of action items they can use today and tomorrow to grow their personal and business brand.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorgeolson/
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About Deborah CovielloI see you. I see you staring out the window wondering how you are going to meet this challenge. Take a deep breath, and consider the big picture. CLARITY AMIDST CHAOS HELPS US AVOID CRISIS. “Chasing Results.” Sounds stressful, right? It is! The State of Chaos within your organization often has a lot to do with misalignment of priorities: are you pursuing short term results or long term peace of mind? Kind words from a client: “Deb is the quintessential CEO Whisperer. More than a f/COO, Deb has been a rock which I can lean on and confide in.” LIFT, LIGHT, LEAD I wrote “The CEO’s Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track” to lift up CEO's by exploring their Hero’s Journey through the unknown, guiding them to their own Peace of Mind. The journey continues with my follow-up, “The NEW CEO Playbook: Stop Chasing Results and Start Pursuing Peace of Mind,” which addresses the mindset, behaviors and changes needed for any leader seeking satisfaction in their journey. This volume is both for the C-Suiter ensuring their legacy by establishing a “Lift, Light, Lead” environment- and for the rising leader pursuing their seat at the table.https://linkedin.com/in/deborahacoviello/https://dropinceo.com/----------------------------------About Ruth Van VierzenWhether your guests are start-ups or experienced business owners, I can deliver valuable content during an interview. In my Fractional Sales Consulting work, I primarily work with C-Suite executives in B2B industrial companies. However, my 30 years in sales has covered many types of B2B and B2C sales. In addition to sales, I have worked in business development, small business start-up consulting and operations management. Given the broad range of business and sales topics I can speak on, you are welcome to propose topics of interest, or we can have a pre-interview discussion so you can gauge my ability to speak on particular topics. I have something I call RAP 3X™ Satisfaction. This forms the basis of what I commit to providing for you as a host, and your audience. (You can see the visual at this link: https://revsquared.com/business-speaking). https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthvanvierzen/https://revsquared.com/----------------------------------About Josh FuhrImagine a life where you’ve conquered the entrepreneurial grind, faced a global shutdown, and emerged with a new mission—only to chase it from an RV parked near a herd of bison in Yellowstone. That’s Josh Fuhr’s story, a rollercoaster of ambition, reinvention, and a passion for empowering others through stock trading. Today, as the voice behind the Portfolio Consultant Substack newsletter, he’s turning his hard-won expertise into a lifeline for investors craving financial success without the Wall Street hustle.Josh's journey kicked off with a bang—he graduated with high honors from university, racking up academic awards that showcased his drive and intellect. But he didn’t stop at the diploma. In his final year, he founded a healthcare supply chain consulting business, growing it to 47 employees and $7 million in revenue. The accolades piled up—features in business publications, plus awards from the United Nations and the White House—until COVID hit, forcing the company to close. That could’ve been the end, but for Josh, it was a second chance.https://portfolioconsultant.substack.com/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Paul H. Flowers Jr.The Story of Paul H. Flowers Jr. — A Leader Built by Life, Ready to Ignite Your AudienceBefore Paul H. Flowers Jr. ever built companies, led national sales teams, or launched transformational initiatives across the insurance and financial worlds — he built people.Raised with the values of leadership, resilience, and faith, Paul didn’t just learn how to succeed in business; he learned how to succeed in life. Early in his career, he found himself managing teams, solving complex problems, and mentoring others who would go on to create legacies of their own. Paul became the leader people turned to when the stakes were high — not because he sought the spotlight, but because he earned their trust.Over the years, Paul’s entrepreneurial spirit ignited. He founded Superior Insurance Advisors and the nonprofit Life Health and Legal Education Partners to bridge the dangerous gaps he saw between everyday families and critical knowledge about healthcare, financial literacy, and legal rights. His mission is rooted in a simple but powerful belief: education and empowerment can change lives — and generations.https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulhflowersjr/http://www.paul.health/----------------------------------About Dustin HoogFrom Burned-Out Agent to Wealth Builder — Why I’m on a Mission to Help REALTORS Create FreedomFor years, I played the game most REALTORS know all too well — chasing commission checks, grinding out every deal, and telling myself I was “building something.” But behind the scenes, I was trapped. Trapped in a business that only paid me when I was hustling nonstop. And worse, I didn’t own anything that created real wealth or freedom.Then I flipped my first house. That one deal changed everything. I realized that I could build wealth through real estate investing — not just sales. From there, I went all in. I started flipping homes, buying rentals, and creating income streams that worked even when I didn’t. And guess what? I didn’t have to stop being a REALTOR to do it.http://www.dustinhoog.com/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Keith AndersonKeith is a career transformation coach who turned his own journey from a $27k English teacher to a senior tech leader at companies like Google, Uber, Meta, and DoorDash into a proven methodology for others. Through his business, Career Alchemy, he teaches professionals how to stop searching for jobs and start attracting them instead. Using unconventional techniques like back-channeling, strategic storytelling, and personal branding, Keith helps his clients position themselves as high-value candidates that companies actively pursue, even in challenging job markets. His approach focuses not just on landing the next role, but on building long-term career resilience in an AI-shifting landscape.https://www.keithand.co/https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithand----------------------------------About Gary PageauGary Pageau is a marketing, communications, and media expert with diversified experience in market research, in media relations, in publishing, in social media, and in editorial strategy. He is adept at communicating complex ideas and concepts across a variety of platforms, including digital and social.He also teaches entrepreneurship as adjunct faculty in a local community college.http://www.garypageau.com/http://www.linkedin.com/in/garypageau----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Tim WoodbridgeI’m just a regular guy who started with a nursing degree and worked as a nurse for 9 years. Everything changed after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad. My superpower? Taking action. I heard about mobile home parks (MHPs) and within a year, despite not having much money, I bought my first one. Now, I own 12 parks and retired from nursing 3 years ago.Over the last 3 years, I’ve built a $15M mobile home park portfolio with a fantastic team. We’re actively closing deals and scaling to $105M by 2027. Our focus is on delivering solid returns for investors, offering a minimum 2x equity multiple in 5 years, and nearly 1:1 tax savings in year one through cost segregation studies.Outside of MHPs, I love traveling and exploring new places—I even flew to Barcelona for a music festival. Music is a big part of my life, and I play in my spare time. If you’re looking for a guest who can share insights on building a strong portfolio, creating stable communities, and smart investing, have me on your podcast!https://www.wcinvgroup.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-woodbridge-62894855/
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------About Ani RichI’m Ani Rich, the host of the Intuitively Rich podcast, where I engage in deep, meaningful conversations with individuals from diverse backgrounds. My goal is to uncover life lessons and share insights that can transform lives. I'm also a certified Power Yoga Teacher, Yoga Sculpt Instructor, life coach, mother, and the author of Back to Yourself: Free Your Mind from Conditioning and Reconnect to Your Truest Self.Through my journey of self-discovery and my blogs, I share personal growth tips and actionable advice on mindfulness, healing from childhood trauma, and understanding attachment styles. My mission is to inspire people to reconnect with their true selves and create healthier, more meaningful relationships.If you're looking for a guest who loves exploring topics of personal transformation, wellness, and emotional healing, I’d love to join you on your podcast.Much love,Ani Rich
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About Trevor SchadeTrevor Schade is a distinguished figure in the real estate industry, blending a deep understanding of market dynamics with innovative strategies and relentless drive. With over a decade of experience, Trevor has built a robust real estate portfolio valued at over $3 million and led a skilled team of agents to new heights. His programming background allows him to leverage technology for enhanced operations and marketing, while his Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification highlights his commitment to operational excellence. A voracious reader, Trevor has absorbed insights from over 100 books on psychology and sales, equipping him with a profound understanding of human behavior and sales strategies.Ready to explore? Together, you'll talk about:▪️Efficiency Meets Opportunity: Blend Lean Six Sigma and Real Estate Strategies ▪️From Real Estate Agent to Passive Income Powerhouse▪️The Outsourcing Advantage▪️Life Wealth: How to Grow Your Net Worth Through Real Estate▪️Negotiating for the Winhttps://linktr.ee/trevorschade----------------------------------About Danny SnowCustomers have more choices than ever, with the result that most products and services are increasingly seen as commodities. So, in today’s market, what can an organization do to stand out from the crowd? Differentiating your service is the key to attracting and retaining customers – while driving bottom line results. More than ever customers are focused on value - what you can do that other organizations cannot or will not do. Customers want to know that you are focused on earning their ongoing loyalty.I grew up here in Orlando and my life revolved around Disney World. I loved everything about the place and knew when I got older that I wanted to work in the parks.I took that experience working at Walt Disney World and used it to help grow our family business into one of the top customer service speaking/training companies in the world.My goal is to provide you and your audience with strategic tools that can be used to raise the bar of service throughout your organization, resulting in “walk-through-fire” customer loyalty.https://snowassociates.com/meet-dannyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dannysnow-customer-experience-speaker/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
Over the last 15 years, I've helped commercial corporations, startups, and non-profits grow, foster new relationships, and crush their overall sales goals. From bringing whiteboard ideas to life to building more than $100M of new business, I've taken a very structured business development approach to growth. I believe organizations can strive in times of chaos with structure.From my hands-on sales experience, working with both small and large companies, I learned a lot about what works and what doesn't. So in 2019, I started my own company, Cribworks.I believe building your business relies on a multitude of assets, both internally and externally focused. From your company differentiators to building account management plans, to strategic partnerships, to social selling, building you into a trusted advisor is where you should be.https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitney-stowell/https://www.cribworks.co/------------------------------------About Nathan StreetNathan Street is a lifelong entrepreneur and the founder of Novum Wealth, where he helps real estate investors secure 100% funding using hard money, private money, and creative finance strategies. His journey started at just 10 years old, selling candy out of his bedroom window. By 17, he launched his first LLC, and by 22, he was coaching real estate investors — eventually training over 3,500 clients across the U.S. and internationally.Nathan has flipped properties, worked in high-level finance with promissory notes and MTNs, built and sold a lead generation company, and ghostwritten for some of the biggest names in real estate education. He’s spoken on stages from the U.S. to Hong Kong, authored two books on real estate funding, and even ran a five-star-rated restaurant — learning firsthand the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.But Nathan’s story isn’t just about business. After a divorce and raising four kids, he remarried three years ago and now helps raise a blended family of nine children with his wife. His life experience brings authenticity, humility, and a deep commitment to helping others not just build wealth — but build a life they’re proud of.Whether he’s teaching people how to creatively finance deals or sharing lessons from his own reinventions, Nathan brings real strategies, real results, and a whole lot of heart.https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanstreet/https://www.novumwealth.com/
About Phil WhitebloomPhil Whitebloom – Sales Expert | Author | Founder of BeenThere ConsultingPhil Whitebloom is a seasoned sales expert, bestselling author, and founder of BeenThere Consulting Services—a premier firm dedicated to helping businesses and leaders unlock their true sales potential. With over 40 years of hands-on experience, Phil has sold more than $1.5 billion in products and services, led high-performing sales teams, and transformed countless organizations by turning objections into opportunities.For more than three decades, Phil led salespeople and sales organizations—serving as Vice President of Sales for Sony Electronics and other top companies—where he built and scaled elite sales teams, consistently driving results in competitive markets.He is the author of Handling Objections – Clues for Closing the Sale, a practical, real-world guide that helps sales professionals close more deals by mastering the psychology of resistance. His work empowers teams to sell with confidence, clarity, and authenticity.Phil is known for delivering “aha” moments that stick. His insights go beyond techniques—they unlock what truly moves people to take action. Whether he’s sharing stories from the front lines or reframing the toughest objections, Phil brings warmth, clarity, and a depth of experience that resonates with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and high performers alike.Ideal topics include: objection handling, high-performance sales leadership, value-based selling, sales psychology, team development, and navigating tough conversations on air.https://beentherecs.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/philwhitebloom----------------------------------About Edward RahillEd Rahill, a Notre Dame graduate and successful energy sector veteran, is not just a businessman but a record-holding endurance road racer with the fastest cross-country time from Boston to San Diego. His fascination with road racing sparked as a boy watching the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans. The publication of his debut novel, "One Mile at a Time," shares transformative life experiences, reflecting a love story intertwined with American history, capturing a bygone era of passion and adventure. Ed currently resides in Atlanta, GA, and plans to pursue new ventures after the successful launch of his book.https://edwardrahill.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/authoredwardrahill/----------------------------------About Brandon WoodwardIn his 26th year of practice, Brandon is the go-to Business Law Expert on the Treasure Coast.https://www.wkfklaw.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-law-office-of-brandon-woodward-p-a----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Jen HardyJen Hardy is a dynamic speaker, educator, and coach known for harmonizing deep emotional connection with bold, multidimensional vision. Her journey is a testament to the power of self-love and transformation. Behind the accolades and smiles, she once carried the weight of inadequacy, often saying "yes" to everything out of fear of rejection. Her wake-up call came during a moment of despair, leading her to shed self-imposed limitations and redefine concepts of power, achievement, and worthiness.Before stepping into her current work, Jen spent years as an educator and state championship-winning soccer coach, shaping not just athletes but leaders. While she excelled in these roles, she felt called to make a broader impact beyond traditional systems. That drive led her to study neuroscience, behavioral science, and communication—disciplines that now form the foundation of her work in leadership, decision-making, and personal transformation.https://motivaction.academy/https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-jenhardy/---------------------------------About Tyler CullenAge 25Developing careerExtremely ambitious AI guru self taught Cyber security for all my career thus farGreat at marketing myself.Love the importance of building a personal brand. Went from a shy Sdr to a top closing AEI have a bunch of random skills and like to pick up random hobbies or pursuits depending on my interest in something. Also working on being a small business owner with my Etsy shopAlways looking for a new side hustle. Background from school was a major in Politics, a major in organizational communication and a minor in management. Getting my MBA in Public Administration and would consider myself an intellectual.https://www.linkedin.com/in/tcbc----------------------------------About Chad WiebeI’m Chad Wiebe, and my journey in sales hasn’t been a straight line – it’s been a story of persistence, mindset, and overcoming challenges. Over the years, I’ve closed over $50 million in business across multiple fields, including high-ticket sales, automotive, insurance, and solar. Along the way, I learned that success in sales isn’t just about technique – it’s about mindset. That’s why I created the 'Sales Psycho' mindset: a way to think bigger, grow faster, and break through self-imposed limits.I’m passionate about helping salespeople unlock that mindset, especially in areas like cold calling, where many struggle. I’ve built my career on cold calling and made it a key driver of my success. Now, I teach others how to do the same. I show them how to shift their mindset, refine their approach, and ultimately transform their sales performance – and their lives.But it’s not just about sales for me. I’m a father, and I play and help run a semi-pro football team. I understand how important it is to balance personal life with career success, and that balance fuels my passion for growth – both personally and professionally.I’m open to talking on a variety of topics, and I love having real, down-to-earth conversations. I’m personable, easy to talk to, and ready to share my insights on mindset, personal development, sales strategies, or anything else your audience is curious about.https://www.facebook.com/chad.wiebe.9/_______________________When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Chancellor JacksonChancellor K. Jackson (born 1995) is a Georgia native, born in Fulton County and raised in Smyrna. He attended Stetson University, where he played football for nine years at both the high school and collegiate levels.After earning a bachelor’s degree in Communication and Media Studies, Chancellor lived abroad in China from 2018 to 2019. His passion for writing emerged following a traumatic experience—being arrested and detained in Beijing for 14 days. This journey led to his debut book, 14 Days in Beijing, which has ranked #1 on Amazon over fifteen times across multiple genres.Today, Chancellor is an educator, football coach, and entrepreneur, dedicated to guiding aspiring authors through the writing and self-publishing process.https://www.korlehpublicationsllc.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/chancellor-jackson29----------------------------------About Michael RitsemaMy life and entrepreneurial business story can go down three tracks:1. Ups & downs and drama of starting and running a business.2. Sales or business development as a specialty or natural skill.3. FBI vetted InfraGard Cybersecurity Certified expert who can speak to business risk from an owner and technology specialist perspective.Stories that affirm my life and business journey include:- 2001: near bankruptcy summer - 2001: physical depression due to the toll & stress of finances- 2001: 911 happens to the Twin Towers in New York.- 2001: Two large deals lift i3 and me to new peaks- 2004: Merge 2 firms and have 4 business partners- 2006: Two partners exit due to business partner drama- 2007: Great recession starts ... decimating the business- 2008: Pivot the business plan to new offerings- 2009: Peer groups impact the business journey- 2018: Buy out my remaining business partner- 2020: COVID-19 risk drama weighs on this business owner- 2021: Buy another business - CAI- 2024 Buy another business - CompuCrafthttps://www.i3businesssolutions.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljritsema/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Danielle HutchinsonAs a former English teacher who's traveled the globe twice, Danielle brings a unique perspective to book writing. At Authors On Mission (ranked #286 on INC 5000's Fastest Growing Companies 2024), she's part of a team that's transformed over 1,100 entrepreneurs into published authors. The company's success has caught the attention of Forbes, and Entrepreneur Magazine, and earned them INC Best in Business recognition.What makes their approach special? They interview clients to capture their authentic voice and story - no writing experience needed!https://authorsonmission.com/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Marla BaceI'm Marla Bace, a leadership coach and business strategist dedicated to helping accomplished professionals and business owners amplify their influence, credibility, and leadership skills using emotional intelligence, C-level expertise, and proven coaching methods that drive success and human-centered results.With over three decades of experience across Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups, I blend strategic insight with practical coaching to achieve measurable transformations. My clients—including mid-career professionals and almost seven-figure business owners (& up)—often experience 20%+ revenue growth and strategic breakthroughs within just a few months.https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlabace/https://marlabace.com/----------------------------------About Charley JohnsonI have 20+ years in corporate as a business owner, 7 years in non-profit as the President of the Pay it Forward Foundation, and 10 years with an enlightened teacher. Most who spend time with my teacher end up leaving the world behind. I chose to combine my business background with my rare high level of consciousness and clarity to help businesses and employees see past the conditioning and division.As one of the world's first Chief Consciousness Officers, I aim to connect with forward-thinking companies that want to shape the future of the rapidly evolving world of business and humanity. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjconsciousness/----------------------------------About Nathan McfarlaneI worked in finance and didn't like it. Largely because the industry is full of BS and does not benefit the consumer. I started creating videos on how finance worked through being honest and authentic about the financial system does to people.I quickly realised that the people wanted authenticity but yet the existing financial system did not benefit people for being authentic. The advertising model of the corporations had it's fingers in everything and did not benefit your average on guy on the street.So I decided to build Creatria a social commerce application that put the financial control back in the hands of its creators and users rather than the big tech advertising model. If listeners want to understand how much the financial system is crippling our lives, lowering our consciousness and be introduced to a new system which puts the people first, I know I would provide an interesting conversation and insight.https://ae.linkedin.com/in/nathanmcfarlanehttps://www.creatria.app/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Colin C. ThompsonAbout me: Hello, I would like to introduce myself – I am Colin C. Thompson, entrepreneur, business owner, father and husband. Your mind is your best friend. But it can also be your worst enemy.Your mind is constantly sabotaging your potential for both performance and happiness. All your negative emotions, including stress, are the result of self-sabotage. As a guest on your podcast, your audience will learn how to build powerful habits for a positive mind. Through research-based tools, strengthen the part of your brain that serves you and quiet down the part that sabotages you. Your audience will be able to handle life’s challenges with a more positive mindset, and less stress.We call this Mental Fitness - the X-Factor in Happiness & Performance- If you’re physically fit, you can climb steep hills without physical stress.- If you’re mentally fit, you can handle life’s great challenges without mental stress or other negative emotions.http://www.colincthompson.com/----------------------------------About Brooke GreeningSales and marketing are supposed to bring in more business—not more stress. But too many business owners and sales professionals feel stuck, second-guessing their strategies and scrambling to keep up. That’s where I come in.When we launched this business, we thought we had time to figure things out. Then—before we had systems in place or a safety net—we landed in the ER with my daughter. That one moment turned into years of appointments, questions, and balancing business growth with life’s uncertainties. I had to learn firsthand how to build something sustainable in the middle of chaos.And I quickly saw that I wasn’t alone. So many businesses aren’t struggling because they can’t sell—they’re struggling because they’re drowning in complexity, following advice that doesn’t fit, or trying to market in ways that don’t actually support their sales.As a StoryBrand Certified Guide with 20 years in sales, a background in counseling, and a track record of helping businesses grow 30% year over year, I take a different approach—one that focuses on people, not just processes. Sales isn’t about high-pressure tactics; it’s about connection, trust, and doing the small things consistently that lead to big results.On this podcast, I’ll share practical, no-fluff strategies that help your audience:✅ Attract the right leads (so they’re not wasting time on the wrong ones)✅ Build trust and close deals without feeling pushy or awkward✅ Develop simple, repeatable habits that drive consistent growthAnd because I know firsthand that business owners don’t have time for guesswork, I keep it simple, actionable, and—most importantly—something they can actually use right away.If your listeners want to sell more without constantly second-guessing their next move, I’ve got insights, humor, and real-world experience to help them make it happen.https://buildingmomentum.info/sales-coaching/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Melinda Martin“It looks self-published.”How many times have we read that comment in a critique thread? I know I’ve said it myself many times.But it clanged in my own ears when I recently said this to a new author. Before hiring me, this author had been working with a very talented illustrator for several weeks.So why did the book look "self-published"?It’s not because the author was self-publishing. I design beautiful, award-winning books for my self-publishing clients all the time.From the outside looking in, the author was doing everything right. He has a high level of education, isn’t a vanity author, has a huge platform that is ready to purchase the book, runs a very successful business, has good taste in art, and he was investing $8K in an illustrator.The simple answer is neither the author nor the illustrator had the experience necessary to give this book its best chance at success. Thankfully, the author self-evaluated and was able to go from stage 1 to stage 2 of the competence curve very quickly.I have been designing books for 10+ years, and I call myself the missing link.https://melindamartin.me/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
About Katie KrimitsosKatie Krimitsos is the founder and CEO of the Women's Meditation Network, a family of 20 meditation podcasts dedicated to helping women and kids find peace, presence, and purpose through guided meditations. Across the network, her episodes are downloaded an average of 4 million times each month, helping listeners across the world manage stress, sleep better and create intentional lives. And because of the reach of her meditations, she's recognized in the top 0.1% of all podcasts. The creation of the Women’s Meditation Network came during a transformative time in Katie’s life. Pregnant with her second daughter, Katie felt a deep call to pause her prior business and allow space for something new. In that quiet, the vision for a meditation network emerged, giving rise to her first podcast, Meditation for Women in 2018. Her journey has been a testament to the power of slowing down and connecting within, embracing the beauty of imperfection along the way. Katie’s meditations and reflections draw from her own experiences of hope, pain, healing, and resilience. As a wife, mom, and entrepreneur, she brings authenticity and warmth to everything she creates. Through her writing and meditations, Katie continues to inspire others on their journey of self-discovery, offering connection and compassion in our shared human experience.https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekrimitsos/https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcast
About Mark FirehammerMark Firehammer is a lifelong creator, storyteller, and problem-solver who has spent 40 years writing songs, crafting stories, and challenging conventional thinking. His creative approach isn’t limited to the arts—it’s the driving force behind everything he does. Whether composing music, structuring a book, or building businesses, he sees creativity as the foundation of problem-solving.Beyond his artistic work, Mark is a serial entrepreneur, founder of a digital marketing agency, and creator of Fitstreams.club and the fitness alternative Feelness. He has applied the same principles of artistic innovation—breaking down challenges, rethinking assumptions, and constructing solutions—to help businesses and individuals optimize their potential.His latest projects, The Echo and the Voice and Artist Imagined, each explore different dimensions of creative expression. The Echo and the Voice is a book and musical experience examining the tension between cultural influence (The Echo) and personal authenticity (The Voice). Meanwhile, Artist Imagined reimagines four decades of original lyrics into finished songs across multiple genres, using AI-assisted production to push creative boundaries. / mfirehammer https://markfirehammer.com/----------------------------------About Laura StoneAs a seasoned leadership catalyst and educator, Laura J. Stone has spent her career helping leaders and teams find clarity, alignment, and purpose in their work. With a rich background that includes collaborating with world-class organizations like Harvard Business School, Pfizer, GE, CVS, Fidelity Investments, Iron Mountain, and Unilever, Laura has developed a unique approach to leadership that combines strategic insight with a holistic understanding of human potential.Laura's journey began with a deep passion for helping people realize and live their unique genius. She is the author of the popular Pocket Guide to Purpose series, which has empowered countless leaders to discover and advance their purpose, drive greater innovation, and foster inclusive, engaging environments. Her next book, Team Purpose to Performance: The Catalytic Process for Legacy-Making Lasting Change, promises to deliver even more impactful strategies for leaders looking to inspire meaningful change. / laurastone https://laurastone.com/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast
