Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do

Episode 572 of "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do" is an in-depth chat with Stuart Ruff-Lyon.  He is the VP of Events adn Exhibits for RIMS (Risk and Insurance Management Society) and the current chair of PCMA (the Professional Convention Management Association).  In both these roles he is seeing all that things that are happening in the world of live meetings, conventions, and other events.  There is a lot going on in this industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While the world has been in flux for the past four months, that does not mean that companies have not been looking for strategic hires.  Also, many individuals have been laid off or are looking for new opportunities.  But how do companies and people find the right match in a virtual world?  Can you find a job and interview via Zoom?  Can you start a new job from your kitchen?  This episode is a conversation with David Harap from Stanton Chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russ Agrusa is the Founder, President and CEO of ICONICS, Inc. (www.iconics.com), a world-leading software developer of open-connectivity and standards-based visualization software, HMI SCADA, and MES solutions for energy, manufacturing, industrial, and building automation. With more than 375,000 installations worldwide, ICONICS counts 70 percent of Global 500 companies as its customers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karen Wright has coached top business leaders and helped individuals and teams from Fortune 500 companies manage change, increase productivity, integrate their personal and professional lives and achieve their own definitions of success. A nationally published columnist (Chatelaine magazine, “Ask a Job Expert” and “Ask a Balance Coach”) and sought-after speaker, Karen founded Parachute Executive Coaching in 1996. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dinah Lin is now living her latest dream, being an inspirational speaker and best selling author of “Daring to Dream Once Again - “It’s Never Too Late!” Now 78, Dinah’s life exemplifies her message: beginning her career at 36 (after being a full time mom), getting her MBA from Columbia Business School at 40, climbing the corporate ladder and finally “breaking the glass ceiling” to become Vice President at a Fortune 500, before moving to Beijing at 58 to study Chinese and reconnect with her ro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica Thiefels helps people leverage the power of intention in marketing, business, career, and life. When she was telling friends and family that she and her husband would be traveling the world for 8 months while running a business, nearly every single person said the same thing: "I wish I could do that!" Her response: "You can!" She realized that far too many people don't understand a simple truth that's been a guiding principle in her life—with intention, we can do anything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert MacPhee is the Founder and President of Heart Set, Inc. in Sonoma California.  He works with individuals and organizations that desire or face significant changes, helping them improve their productivity, satisfaction and profitability. Robert is the author of the book and partner journal “Manifesting for Non-Gurus, How to Quickly and Easily Attract Lasting Results”.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helen Chang is a bestselling author, speaker and entrepreneur. As the founder and CEO of Author Bridge Media, she has assisted more than 400 authors to write, brand and publish their books for credibility, revenue and raving fans. Her clients include Michael Gerber of The E-Myth books, Dani Johnson of ABC's Secret Millionaire, and Scott McGillivray of HGTV's Income Property. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Robilotta is an author, professional speaker, personal coach, emcee, and entrepreneur.  James' first book, Leading Imperfectly: The value of being authentic for leaders, professionals, and human beings, is available wherever people buy books. He also speaks internationally to willing and unwilling attendees about authentic leadership and promoting memorability. His clients include American Express, General Electric (GE), Yale University, The Ohio State University, and many others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Art Giser was awed by how many people could transform their lives using NLP, and he was awed how people could transform their lives using transformative energy work, intuition development, and spiritual development. He began to explore combining these different areas in order to create something that was more powerful than any one system alone.  The result is Energetic NLP. Over the last 32 years, Art has continued to develop Energetic NLP into the wonderful field that it is today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 562 of "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do" Thom Singer sits down with David Adelson of the Peace And Harmony Company. In this episode, Thom goes beyond his comfort zone into a conversation about Quantum Physics and other ideas around consciousness and energy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 561 of "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do" goes to the world of spiritual healing, mind, body, and love alignment. If your soul is calling you to connect more to source, you will want to hear from Susan Kennard.  She had a regular job, but had to give it up to go on a new journey.  Thirty years as a therapist attracted her to help people to clean up their energy field and look closely at their inside world to find more success.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Roger is the CEO and Co-founder of Felix Gray, which pioneered the Blue Light glasses space and is still the leader in the category. The company's mission: empower people to live happier, healthier, more productive lives in today's screen-filled world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 569 of “Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do” is co-produced in partnership with the Austin Technology Council, the largest tech industry organization in Central Texas. ATC empowers members by using insights, resources, and connections so their members can succeed and thrive. This episode is an in-depth interview with Melissa Anthony of anthonyBarnum PR. Check out this conversation about thought leadership, PR, entrepreneurship, and Austin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 558 is a great chat with Moneeka Sawyer about how to follow your dreams.  She never wanted to be trapped in a job, so early on she started real estate investing.  Her dad had told her "everyone has money issues, do you want rich people money issues or poor people money issues?".  But she did not want any money issues, she wanted it to be fun.  Thus she designed her life so she could enjoy it.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are a lot of similarities between elite athletes and entrepreneurs. This episode will show how success in any field is about planning, preparation, practice and hard work.  Thom Singer interviews professional basketball player, Winston Shepard.  Winston played for San Diego State University (where Thom went to college).  They met via a mentor of Winston's who is also a life-long friend of Thom's (Yes, at one point in the interview they digress into the Dave Morris fan club....lol). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thom Singer was excited when he met George Bryant. He felt he met someone who is really serious about helping others succeed. In a world of self appointed "GURU's" who work to separate people from money before they know if they can really help, George had a different outlook. Check out his interview as George Bryant shares his journey from a tough childhood, to a military career, to being a leading online marketing expert and coach. This episode is fun, personal, and inspiring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you are from Austin, Texas you are most likely familiar with the radio commercials of Radiant Plumbing and Air Conditioning.  Brad and Sarah Casebier have used fun and goofy stories to stand out in a crowded field of plumbing and AC home services.   Brad Casebier joins the conversation on "Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do" and talks about the growth of his company, working with his wife, how to treat employees, and navigating a crisis like COVID19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Find out what people want and give it to them, says Matt Brauning.  Matt shares his life journey in a conversation with Thom Singer about how to navigate a career and a life.  Matt has done many tings in his life, including writing "The Firebox Principle".  Check out his back story and how he helps other find success.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 553 of Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do is a conversation about hiring during the COVID Crisis.  Companies are laying people off, but other businesses still need to continue with strategic hires. Wade Allen shares his points of view about staying in business, and looking to thrive in the crazy situations around having much of the world under "stay at home" orders.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices