Purpose

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Dominic Kuklawood. Dominic serves as Director of Partnerships at Data Speaks, a boutique ad measurement platform built for mid-sized D2C ecommerce brands. The team's focus is on answering the question every marketer eventually asks: how much money are my ads making, and what should I do about it? Data Speaks specializes in the harder-to-measure media mixes that trip up st...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Adrian Wild. Adrian is a Portland Metro real estate broker with Keller Williams Realty Professionals, specializing in investment properties, ADUs, short-term rentals, and mixed-use residential real estate across Portland, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, and the surrounding area. He works with homeowners, investors, and buyers who want more than surface-level advice &mdash...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Jahnea Lecouris. Jahnea is the Executive Director and founder of Restored & Revived, a peer-led behavioral health organization helping individuals and families impacted by substance use, trauma, and justice involvement find stability, healing, and long-term wellness. Drawing on lived experience, she's grown the organization from a grassroots effort into a licensed men...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Mike Hoeflich and Russ Gaiser III. Mike and Russ are both wealth management professionals at Retirement Income HQ of America in Western New York, united by a passion for helping clients achieve financial security. Mike brings a distinctive background in technology, education, and finance — spending twelve years as a teacher before transitioning into wealth managemen...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to be interviewed by Imran Haider.

During our call, we discussed The Finding Your Way System™ that I created to help people in transition in their careers who are lacking a sense of meaning and purpose. I also share the personal trials and tribulations that inspired me to coach others through the lessons I’ve learned the hard way.

To learn more about The Finding Your Way System™:

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In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Deshawn Fontleroy.

DeShawn Fontleroy is a highly accomplished sprint coach based in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. He has earned a reputation as one of the most effective sprint coaches in the field, helping athletes to achieve their full potential through targeted training programs that emphasize speed, power, and explosivity. One of the keys to DeShaw...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Brandon Lee.

Based in Alpharetta, Georgia, Brandon Lee is a values-driven entrepreneur, consultant, and author who leverages his extensive background in psychology and organizational development to transform business cultures. After scaling a company to $18 million in revenue and executing a successful unsolicited sale, Lee founded the "Start From Full" movement, which adv...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Audrey Grant.

Audrey Grant is a Los Angeles native with a passion for inspiring others. After earning a full scholarship to play Division I basketball at Portland State University, Shaded spent over ten years co-hosting radio shows and podcasts, building a voice that connects through inspiring storytelling. Shaded also brings experience as a live event host, including The ...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Johnna Loreen.

A native of Portland, Oregon, Johnna Loreen is the Executive Director of Minds Matter Portland, a role that marks a full-circle moment in her career as a program alumna and first-generation college graduate. Her professional journey is deeply rooted in her lived experience with educational inequity and economic hardship, driving a lifelong commitment to just...

In today's episode, I had the chance to talk with James Shippy.

James Shippy is a Portland-based Breaking News Anchor for KOIN 6 and a professional audiobook narrator who specializes in the art of the "career pivot." A Texas native and UCLA graduate, James spent years in Los Angeles pursuing acting and screenwriting before transitioning into journalism during the pandemic. After rising through the ranks at KXL FM News, he joined the...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Elizabeth Bergen.

Elizabeth Bergen is the Founder and CEO of Foray Business Group, a firm specializing in bookkeeping and business advisory services for small to medium-sized businesses. Based in the Portland and Vancouver area, Elizabeth is a CAAS-certified practitioner and a QuickBooks Advanced ProAdvisor with over 15 years of industry experience. 

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In today's episode, I had an opportunity to speak with Scott Parker.

Scott Parker is an educator, team-building facilitator, and award-winning comedy performer who helps workplaces find their groove again. With a mix of laughter, learning, and leadership, he helps teams strengthen their culture and reconnect with purpose. Scott holds a master’s degree in education and has led workshops for companies like Shell Oil, PepsiCo, Ed...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Brant Minor of MaxHoops, a basketball program for young student-athletes. Brant is dedicated to mentoring, developing, and encouraging positive growth in the young student-athletes he works with through his commitment to building programs and opportunities that help them grow. During our call, Brant shared about his journey as an athlete, what it was like discovering he w...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Jennifer Lowrance. Jennifer has over 15 years of experience in HR and leadership, serving a variety of organizations, including non-profits, food manufacturing, and service to the financial industry, as well as the green energy space, most recently. Her work has encompassed the entire employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance manage...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Imran Haider about his professional journey as a college professor who was also a major contributor in building a multi-location brewery. During our call, we discussed important principles and questions anyone can apply throughout their career journey. We also discussed the Framing Your Experience career exercise, which helps people find clarity in their search for the ro...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Martin Medeiros, the CEO of The Persuasion Lab. As an experienced attorney and keynote speaker, Martin is focused on helping leaders develop a culture of persuasion, influence, and negotiation expertise in the information age. Drawing on 25 years of experience with deals, disputes, and personal stories, Martin provides attendees at trade shows, association meetings, corpo...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to have my friend Rob Finkelstein back on the show to talk about the importance of building a professional community or network. In the world of AI, it seems like we are moving further away from building real relationships, which is what is making this skill increasingly valuable in the marketplace.

What I appreciate about our time together is hearing Rob share his thoughts about what ...

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Mardica Hicks, the Executive Director of the Children’s Community Clinic. The Children’s Community Clinic began in 2005 with a focus on serving socially disadvantaged children with a holistic, quality, and community approach to healthcare. Today, CCC provides high-quality, compassionate healthcare to children from birth to 21 years of age, from families who ar...

In today's episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Ion Craciun of Fee Navigator, an AI-powered merchant statement analysis tool that delivers clarity and confidence to merchant payments professionals, integrated software vendors, financial institutions, and entrepreneurs. During our call, we discussed Ion’s journey of growing up in Romania where he’d work for the government prosecuting business owners for financial ...