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Change is constantly occurring, and with change comes new ways of seeing and doing things. To stay flexible through times of change, clarity about your purpose and the good around you builds your resilience to weather times of change. Rachel Flood knows how vital clarity is for creating resilience. Rachel is the Director of Operations at The Flood Law Firm. She has almost two decades of experience in legal marketing and management. Rachel works alongside her husband Brian who is a successful trial lawyer. Together they have used Brian's courtroom success and Rachel's business and legal management background to grow the firm from four employees to almost fifty employees over the past eight years. Rachel is passionate about her firm's work helping injured clients and giving back to the community. She uses her positive attitude, energy, and passion to encourage her team to work hard and succeed. Rachel has a B.S. from Western Connecticut State University and a J.D. from Pace Law School. In her free time, Rachel

We've all heard the saying that people don't plan to fail they fail to plan. Well, the expression is true, especially for creatives looking to spark innovate ideas.Creativity requires unstructured, structured time, which means we need to plan times to be unstructured in our days, or we'll get swallowed up by our calendars. Think of this as structured serendipity.Hannah Donovan knows how crucial structured serendipity is for creative work.Hannah is a product & design leader in the tech industry. She creates consumer tools & experiences for self-expression, with a focus on collaborating with machine learning.Han is currently director of product at VSCO, a photo and video editing platform with a focus on creative wellbeing. VSCO acquired Han’s company Trash, an AI video editing app at the end of 2020. Han founded Trash in 2017 and raised capital from top tier VCs.Before that, she was the General Manager at Twitter-owned Vine; led the team and product at Expa-backed music startup Drip (acquired by Kicksta

People often don't like or are afraid of what they don't know. By learning about all things around you, things that are different from what you may identify with, you can open up your worldview and see, understand, accept and love people. In doing so, we can live a more meaningful, diverse life.Othniel Mbamalu knows just how astonishing is it to broaden your worldview.Othniel is the founder and CEO of Advanced Rockets Corporation (ARC). Othniel has been working on Launch systems for space travel since his teenage - filing his first patent at 16 years old, creating the foundation for ARC today. Driven by his life’s mission to voyage into space, Mbamalu came to Southern California from Nigeria in 2014 with the intent of establishing an aerospace company that could provide cost-effective leap-ahead of current systems as well as high-speed capabilities for defense and civil applications. With two patents granted, five patents-pending, and a host of trade secrets, Mbamalu oversees and directs the ARC team in makin

With an inquisitive mind and asking the right questions, we can unlock new learning pathways, new opportunities, and treasure troves of data.Information is out there. We just have to know how to unlock it because everyone around us has a lesson that we can learn if we ask the right questions.Andy Ellwood knows how to ask the right questions to unlock hidden gems.Andy is an Executive Coach based in NYC on Zoom and serves coaching partners worldwide. Andy partners with entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and corporate exeutives to tackle the challenges of leadership, fundraising, and growth.Andy spent over a decade as a startup operator. First leading partnerships and sales for companies acquired by Google (Waze) and Facebook (Gowalla) before then going on to found three companies of his own. In hindsight, Andy becoming an Executive Coaching was a natural next step in his career’s trajectory. He was drafted into the work by multiple entrepreneurs that had frequently sought him out as a sparring partner and soun

Trauma, adversities, and insecurities are things we all experience. But opening up about these things can be challenging.The upside of being vulnerable and authentic about the things that scare us is creating connections with others—forging genuine relationships that stand the test of time.Rob Wellner knows just how powerful being vulnerable can be.Rob Wellner leads Sales, Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, and Customer Success at Velocity Global. Rob is an entrepreneurial professional who brings over 20 years of executive sales and business development experience to Velocity Global. He has a proven track record of helping organizations reach their international strategic goals. Before joining Velocity Global, Rob worked in Capital Markets for 12 years. His experience gives him a unique take on the pitfalls that can sidetrack global deals and transactions. He is a frequent speaker on topics including employment, payroll, expatriates, and global M&A. He is a graduate of Colgate University, sits on the Boar

It can be so easy to focus on what's wrong around you. Because humans are problem-oriented, our analytical minds are always looking to figure out what's wrong and how to fix it.But not everything around you needs to be fixed or even can be fixed. So the solution is to pause and reflect on the gratitude around you. There's an awful lot out to give credit and thanks to when you stop and consider it.Jason Jackman knows just how valuable slowing down and reflecting on the good things can be.Jason Jackman is the President and Chief Investment Officer for Johnson Investment Counsel. Previously, he was Director of Fixed Income and Institutional Management. Jason has been with the firm since 1993, joining soon after earning his bachelor's degree in economics from Wittenberg University. He is a shareholder of the firm, holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, and is a member of the Cincinnati Society of Financial Analysts. Jason serves as President of the Northern Kentucky University Foundation where h

It can be hard to say no to people and opportunities. But when saying yes means sacrificing your mental, physical, emotional well-being, it's better for you and for those you want to help to say no.We cannot give our all to others if we first don't give to ourselves. So we must first give to ourselves in order to show up fully for others.Adam Nugent knows the power of investing in himself and others.Adam is the founder of Foresight Wealth Management.Early in his career, Adam recognized that the financial industry as a whole was doing a poor job in helping people manage their money and finances. More importantly, they were doing a real disservice in ongoing communication, service, excessive fees, and overall customer experience. Adam founded Foresight on the principle that service can be done better and that people deserve a lot more than what most had been receiving and paying for.His effective leadership and innovative thinking, as well as the company's commitment to be driven by transparency and flexibility

At some point in our lives, most of us will be on a "true" team, a team where you cannot succeed without the other individuals on your team succeeding. Whether it's sports, a musical performance, an executive team, or a theatrical production, our ability to work with others is beyond critical.One of the tried and true ways to see success for your team is to have an outward-facing compass, where you care for those around you more than your own individual gain.Dave Welling knows how vital it is to have an outward-facing compass.Dave joined Mercer Advisors in 2017 as CEO. In his role as CEO, he is responsible for leading the business and helping Mercer achieve its dual purpose of providing outstanding service to its clients and being an employer of choice for financial advisory professionals. He brings over 25 years of experience in the wealth management industry including leading businesses through significant growth and evolution.  In 2019, Dave was named the independent RIA CEO of the Year by wealthmanagement

Be grateful for what you have, but be fearless for what you want. Life can be scary and uncertain, but instead of letting fear get in the way, we can use it to help us reach success. By cultivating gratitude and fearlessly pursuing your goals, you can design the life of your dreams.Rebecca Minkoff knows just how impactful being fearless can be.An industry leader in accessible luxury handbags, accessories, footwear and apparel, Rebecca Minkoff’s modern bohemian designs are inspired by strong, confident and powerful women who embody the effortless, free-spirited lifestyle.After developing an affinity for design while in the costume department in high school, Rebecca Minkoff moved to New York City at age 18 to pursue her dream of becoming a fashion designer.In 2001, Rebecca designed a version of the “I Love New York” t-shirt as part of a five-piece capsule collection, which appeared on The Tonight Show and became an overnight sensation.In 2005, Rebecca designed her first handbag, which she dubbed the “Morning Af

Genuine human connection can be hard to come by these days. Long hours spent working remotely or even in the office can make it hard to find the time or space to connect with others.But human connection is necessary to make a lasting impact on others. Empowering people and helping them navigate life's path requires human connection, a deeper understanding of the who and why of a person.Eric Kittner knows just how crucial human connection is to empower people and help them navigate life's path.As CEO and Chairman of the Board for Moneta, Eric Kittner ushers in the next generation of leadership. After just two years in the role, he has led the firm through their first expansion market launch and also their first RIA merger. During this time the firm has grown to $24 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM), and was ranked by Barron’s in the Top 5 in the nation among independent Registered Investment Advisors (RIA) for the last two years.Eric has also continued the firm’s commitment to growth of their employees,

Wisdom - we all want it, but so few of us reach it before our time ends.Wisdom comes from experiencing things around you. Being wise does not necessarily mean you're the most intelligent person in the room; it means you're the most curious, a lifelong learner.By being committed to learning and experiencing new things, you understand that there are no wrong turns, just lefts or rights with some potholes along the way. Because the more you learn, the more you realize how much you don't know.Brent Brodeski embodies what it means to be a lifelong learner.Brent is the Chief Executive Officer, Financial Advisor, and Member Owner of Savant Wealth Management. He has been involved in the financial services industry since 1988. Brent earned a bachelor of science degree in finance and economics and a master's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting from Northern Illinois University.Brent is a co-founder and past president of Zero Alpha Group (ZAG), an industry association. He is also a co-founde

In our economically driven world, businesses have problems, and people have pains, usually because of business problems.Selling and marketing are all about gaining an understanding of these problems and pains. Is the problem or pain something that your business can help with, or do you know someone who can assist somehow? Because at the end of the day, it all comes down to how we can be helpful.Nikole Rose knows the value of providing people and businesses with the help they deserve.Nikole is President & COO at Mojo Media Labs, a Digital Agency focusing on our clients revenue growth. Mojo Media Labs is a Diamond Agency Partner with HubSpot and has received multiple accolades such as Inc Best Workplaces, Inc Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America, and most recently Forbes 25 Small Giants of 2020.Prior to joining her husband, Mike Rose, CEO at Mojo Media Labs, Nikole ran a successful marketing firm which was sold in 2016.Nikole's passion is coaching those around her to build their own skill sets in or

Learning is not about the outcome, like getting a good grade on your final. Learning is about the journey, the feeling you get when something finally makes sense, the moments of connection you have when studying with friends, the thrill of teaching a concept to another person. Learning is not a perfect process, it's messy and challenging, but it's necessary to adapt to failure or adversity.Mattan Griffel is an expert on the importance of learning as a journey, not an outcome.In his new book, "Python for MBA's", Mattan instills the mental models needed not only to code, but to look at the world with an artist's eye and a craftsman's heart.Mattan is an award-winning faculty member at Columbia Business School, author of Python for MBAs, and two-time Y Combinator-backed entrepreneur. He is co-founder and COO of Ophelia, a company that helps people quit opioids without having to go to rehab. Mattan is also an Innovation Fellow at the Lang Center for Entrepreneurship and was selected as one of Forbes' 30 Under 30 i

We all have the opportunity to take what life throws us and make the most out of it by seeing obstacles as a stepping stone and a growth opportunity.To capitalize on this opportunity, we have to know deep down that que sera, sera, which means whatever will be, will be.Allie Felix has used the mantra, que sera, sera to fuel growth throughout her entire life.Allie is Embarc Collective’s VP of Platform, forging connections across startup founders, partner organizations, and investors between Tampa Bay and the broader tech ecosystem. Before boomeranging back to Tampa Bay, Allie led community for enterprise tech venture capital firm Work-Bench and DD bdusiness development for women's angel investing network 37 Angels in New York City. She CC started her career in marketing and partnerships for Tim Draper’s pre-accelerator program in San Francisco, Draper University. She is a graduate of Smith College and currently serves as a Venture Partner for Republic and Scout for bloom equity.In this episode, Allie teaches us

Negativity seems to surround us constantly. Whether it's on social media, the news, or at work, everywhere we look there seems to be negativity, anger, or sadness. But we can choose whether we take on that negativity or not. Our attitude comes from how we look at life. We only get one life, so smile, stop and smell the roses, and enjoy every bit of it. Bring love to others through generosity. Because that's what our world needs the most right now, love and kindness. Reneé Bemis knows just how powerful some love and kindness can be. Reneé grew up in Palm Beach, Florida, playing golf, developing a drive that allowed her to compete with the very best golfers and go on to receive a full scholarship to play golf in college. That drive took her as an amateur to several professional tournaments and ultimately the US Open twice. Then, Reneé switched directions, translating her passion to something new: art. An accomplished sculptor, she has earned recognition and numerous awards throughout the United States. Utilizin

Setbacks can seem like the end of the world. It can feel as if all your progress is gone, and you're not sure if it's work persevering. But when you face adversity in the difficult situations that come up in life, use it as an opportunity to do better for yourself and other people because most setbacks turn into the opportunity of a lifetime. David Haskins especially knows how powerful a setback can be in order to set up for a comeback. David is the Founder & CEO of Haskins & Company. He got his start in Law Firm Marketing a decade ago, helping David Aylor launch his practice. Since then, he has worked with over 100 law firms creating and implementing smart, aggressive growth strategies. Conferences and CLE's frequently ask him to share his wealth of knowledge and experience about law firm marketing. In this episode, David shares about how to preserve and pivot in the most unexpected of situations. Listen to this episode and learn about:David giving credit and thanks to his Grandfather, Solomon (3:13)

Networking - it's something we all have to do but most of the time don't want to do. Networking can often feel awkward, cold, and transactional. This is especially true with the advancement of social media platforms like Linkedin. But building relationships with others doesn't and shouldn't have to be this way. As social creatures, we crave genuine connection that leads to authentic relationships. But to build real and meaningful contacts, we need to go back to basics by tapping into our humanity and learning to be more intentional and authentic. Susan McPherson is an expert on the ins and outs of the lost art of connecting. This is where the transactional nature of networking ends, and the meaningful creation on relationships begins. Susan is a serial connector, angel investor, and corporate responsibility expert. She is the founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies, a communications consultancy focused on the intersection of brands and social impact, providing storytelling, partnership creation and visibility

SEO for decades has been thought of as an increasingly complex element of marketing to grow your company. But in this groundbreaking book, by Eli Schwartz, we uncover the human and artistic side of growth. Eli's hypothesis is that good SEO is not derived by throwing money and content at a search engine algorithm, but it's created by taking the right intention and building a great product. Product-led SEO is driven by listening to the needs of the customers you serve and delivering solutions that drive growth. Eli is an SEO expert and consultant with more than a decade of experience working for leading B2B and B2C companies. Eli’s strategies have generated millions of dollars in revenue for some of the internet’s top websites. He has helped clients like Shutterstock, WordPress, Blue Nile, Quora, and Zendesk execute highly successful global SEO strategies. As head of SurveyMonkey’s SEO team, Eli oversaw the company’s global operations, helped launch the first Asia-Pacific office, and grew the company’s organic

When was the last time you wrote a thank you letter? For most of us, the last time was as a child to thank friends or family members for gifts or other generous acts. But the long forgotten act of writing thank you notes is more powerful than a simple thank you. Letters of gratitude can spark upward spirals of positivity and connection, among other things. Gina Hamadey especially knows just how valuable writing thank you letters can be. Gina is the author of the forthcoming book, I Want to Thank You, about her year writing 365 thank you notes to friends, neighbors, family members, mentors, and more (much more!) She was the travel editor at Food & Wine and Rachael Ray Every Day and started her career at the groundbreaking titles O, the Oprah Magazine, and George. She founded the content and social strategy firm Penknife Media. She has written for The New York Times, Real Simple, and Women's Health, among other publications. In this episode, Gina thoughtfully shares with us key lessons around gratitude from

Have you ever heard the saying, "Communication is key"? What kind of communication are they talking about here? Communication is an essential skill that all humans need to be successful. But not all communication is created equal. Throughout the world, there are over 6,500 spoken languages. So, verbal communication may not get us very far, but visual communication, on the other hand, may be the key. Visual communication stems from visual thinking, which is when we use images to organize thoughts and create ideas. Through visual communication, we can communicate with a broader audience, bridging any language barriers. Todd Cherches uniquely knows how visual thinking is a superpower and key for communication. Todd is the CEO & Co-founder of BigBlueGumball, an innovative NYC-based consulting firm specializing in leadership development, management training, public speaking, and executive coaching. Creator of the patented VisuaLeadership® methodology, Todd is a TEDx speaker ("The Power of Visual Thinking"), as