Leading The Way

In this lively episode, host Chris is joined by Dana Sherwin, founder of The Thinking Patient. Dana shares her inspirational journey through healthcare challenges and recovery from a chronic disease, revealing how she turned her personal experience into a professional mission to enhance patient-physician communication. She introduces her five-part framework for effective doctor visits, emphasizing preparation, language, questions, ...

In this episode of "Leading the Way," we chat with Patrick Galvin, a TEDx speaker, author, coach, and the chief galvanizer behind the Galvanizing Group. Patrick’s expertise is in helping high-performance businesses enhance their bottom line through better connections. Jumping into his background, Patrick shares an 'aha' moment when a traditional marketing approach flopped, leading him to realize the essential role of relationship b...

In this episode of "Leading the Way," Chris welcomes his guest, L.A. Perkins, a prominent attorney and expert in brand protection and intellectual property law. L.A. discusses her background and experience, highlighting her career, prestigious awards, and her role as the founder and CEO of Perkins Law.

The conversation covers five key topics:

1. The importance of early education and proactive measures in intellectual property prote...

In an insightful episode of the Leading the Way, we talk with Jeff Patterson, a seasoned expert in meditative and martial arts. Jeff shares his journey from a passionate boxer to a meditation enthusiast under the guidance of a legendary coach who suggested Tai Chi and meditation. Jeff explains the transformative power of meditation in improving athletic performance, mental clarity, and emotional resilience. They dive into the 'Yiel...

In an insightful episode of the Leading the Way, Chris hosts Dr. Andrea Greiner, a naturopathic doctor, acupuncturist, and online business coach. They dive into Dr. G's latest venture: dolphin-assisted therapy. Dr. G shares her lifelong dream of working with dolphins to heal and discusses the transformative experiences both for herself and her clients. She emphasizes the powerful energetic connections with dolphins and how it helps...

In this episode, Chris welcomes guest Mayim Vega, a former NASA computer scientist turned holistic life coach. Mayim shares her journey, which started with health challenges and led her to develop the Valor Success Method. She discusses her transition from a promising career at NASA to becoming an entrepreneur focused on holistic health to spend more time with her children. Mayim highlights her struggles with severe migraines and h...

In an insightful episode of the Leading the Way, we engage with Dr. Jamil Sayegh, a notable expert in emotional, mental, and energetic healing. The discussion emphasizes the significance of removing the masks people wear for acceptance, which often leads to a loss of authenticity. We explore the transformative journey of identifying and releasing self-limiting beliefs that shape behavior, the impact of media and societal expectatio...

Sometimes it's helpful to look back and reflect. In this case, we asked Google's Notebook LM to help us look at Charles Dicken's "A Tale of Two Cities" and compare it to struggles today.It's an interesting discussion!... Here's a briefing document that Notebook LM also created:Author: Charles DickensSetting: London and Paris during the tumultuous years leading up to and including the French Revolution.Main Themes:Resurrection and S...

Tired of dealing with BS at work?

This podcast, based on the book "Boost Your Bullsh*t Resilience At Work," and three decades of experience, offers practical tips and strategies for navigating workplace challenges and thriving despite the BS.

Learn how to:

• Escape the workplace cesspool by understanding your "why" and setting clear goals.
• Identify common BS patterns, like waste, groupthink, and yes-people.
• Develop essentia...

In this exciting episode of Leading the Way, I sit down with Sanyika "The Firestarter" Street, a powerhouse leader, husband, father, and CEO of The All In Man—a personal development company dedicated to high-achieving married businessmen. Sanyika brings fire to the conversation, sharing his experience with a transformative 22-day Master Cleanse and how it shaped his leadership ethos. We dive deep into the importance of li...

In this episode, we hear from Dr. Michael Gerharz, a communication expert who helps leaders find impactful words to enhance their influence. He discusses the evolution of leadership communication, stressing the importance of resonating with audiences rather than merely persuading them. Dr. Gerharz elaborates on the concept of using words that align with personal conviction and service orientation, moving away from performance anxie...

In this episode of Leading The Way, we chat with the amazing Dr. Etel Leit. Dr. Leit discusses the negative impact of codependency in personal and professional relationships, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and setting healthy boundaries. The conversation covers how individuals react to stress with the four Fs (Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn) and the need for adapting leadership styles to meet the evolving needs of employ...

In this episode, Chris interviews Melissa Bennett-Heinz, a licensed clinical social worker with over 22 years of experience. Melissa specializes in treating addiction, PTSD, sexual trauma, childhood abuse, chronic mental illness, and mood and anxiety disorders. She discusses her journey from music to therapy and her unique blend of spirituality and classical music training. The conversation delves into the concept of a 'codepen...

In this episode we welcome Michelle Steiner, an advocate, writer, and paraeducator living with an invisible disability. Michelle shares her insights on living with and supporting invisible disabilities like learning disabilities and chronic pain. She discusses the challenges faced by students with hidden disabilities, the importance of accommodations, and effective strategies to support these students in educational settings. Miche...

In this episode, we welcome Candice McKim, an intuitive manifestation coach, bestselling author, and TEDx speaker. The conversation explores how manifestation can differ from mere dreaming or pretending, emphasizing the importance of clarity and bringing dreams into the physical world. Candice shares her insights on overcoming common hurdles in manifestation, such as fear and societal conditioning, and provides examples of real-lif...

In this dynamic episode, Chris is joined by the inspiring Claudia Richman, a powerhouse in organizational design and change management. Claudia is the founder of We Grow Forward, Starling Training, and Kermit Collective, and she brings over 20 years of experience in helping companies navigate change while keeping people at the heart of the process.

Claudia shares her journey from the early days of building the first U.S. Soccer web...

In this episode we talk with Christopher Farnath, founder of Service Instinct, about trends and challenges in tech leadership and customer success. Christopher emphasizes the importance of being adaptable in methodologies while maintaining focus on goals. He discusses post-COVID remote work dynamics, the role of AI, and improving employee engagement. Christopher also highlights the significance of hiring the right talent through hi...

In this episode we welcome James Madison, Chief Energy Officer at On Purpose Life LLC. We discuss James’s unique approach to leadership, which involves helping senior leaders overcome burnout by aligning with their purpose. James emphasizes the importance of living 'in purpose, on purpose,' and the distinction between 'hustle' and 'flow.' James shares insights from his work with leadership teams to create en...

In this episode we talk with Gill Brabner, founder of Resound Training and Development Limited (@resoundtraining299). Gill discusses her organization’s effective strategies for managing change within companies, highlighting the importance of empathy, care, and action in leadership. She introduces the ECA model, which helps leaders have more effective and compassionate conversations with their teams. Gill also shares insights into u...