Strong Com Podcast

I had an excellent conversation with Rachel K Hudson, a coach for empaths and highly sensitive people as well as host of her own podcast, Empath Insights.We discuss coaching, facts vs feelings, controlling our thoughts, the stories we tell oursevles, "the river of misery", self awareness, and much much more!Plus she answers the Village Question, in which she communicates what values she would use to bring her community together.Check out her podcast and give her a follow on Instagram @rachelkhudson This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

In this episode I'm talking about a reintroduction and reimagining about how we view ourselves and the work we do.Have you ever used a life metaphor for yourself? Do you know the origin of your name? I was reminded and felt inspired by mine recently so I'm inviting you to explore your own. I also share a poem from the collection I'm writing during National Poetry Month called "Tomorrow Again".Tomorrow AgainWhen tomorrow isjust another yesterdaywe pace around the truthburied beneath our feetinstead of digging underthe walled garden andbreaking new groundon the other side of strugglewe hold ourselves stuckwith the story that bears repeatingwe cuddle burdens to stay comfortablerepeat the words that cudgel usinto a seed on broken groundwhen we place ourselvesat the source of fertilitywe regenerate ourselvesrooted in the domain of a new seasonleave yesterdaylean into tomorrowlong live today  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes

Here's an example of Strong Com - ihatereidpierson.com. This simple and bold statement on yard signs throughout a small city drew people to a website that draws people to greater awareness of a local business. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

This episode is inspired by a Facebook post that asked the question "What is the best time of day to post on Facebook so local people see it?"Listen to learn what my 4 Rules of Engagement are, especially the 5th one, which is possibly most important.I hope this helps! Feel free to reach out to me @aarondunnworks on all socials. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

Is video content the new website? This strong opinion is brought to you by Mark Behm - additional thoughts by me This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

Just keep creating This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

Coming off a great holiday weekend where I got to connect with a few clients all on different missions but share a common thread: Local Leaders Living their Story and Sharing it for the Greater Good of Others This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

In this episode I share the outcome of a coaching call I was recently on with Hank Norman and Lauren Pringle of 2 Market Media.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

I asked the question "Why do you not post on social media more often" to my facebook network and the post yielded over 60 comments in a matter of hours.So I decided to record some thoughts based on the responses and common threads through them. Thanks for listening! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

In this episode, I reflect on Easter Sunday (context) and work through the three C's of the podcast (Communication, Community Building, and Company) through a story of personal exploration that I have underwent over the last 48 hours.It is influenced and inspired by today's Easter Sunday, my reading of the first 30 pages of Robert Greene's book Mastery, and the development of my own work within Strong Com Consulting, specifically Generating Awareness.Poetic stuff. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

10X Growth Conference 2021 Day 2: Today was STACKED with some excellent speakers including Elena Cardone, David Grutman, Swan Sit, Pete Vargas, Cindy Eckert, Tyrese Gibson, Brandon Dawson, Daymond & Heather John, and Tommy Hilfiger.  One word reflections for each speaker: Elena Cardone - Badass David Grutman - Personal Swan Sit -  Impact Pete Vargas - Connection Cindy Eckert - Power Tyrese Gibson - Audacity Brandon Dawson - Clarity Daymond and Heather John - Charge Tommy Hilfiger - IconWatch this as a video or leave your thoughts in the comments on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppQR8enkbwE&t=9s This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

In this video I'm sharing my thoughts about Grant Cardone's First day of 10X Growth Conference 2021.  I'm sharing my top takeaways from the event itself and the speakers for today including Jesse Itzler, Bethenny Frankel, Kevin O'Leary, Glenn Stearns, Mike Rowe, and Pitbull.Watch the video or leave a comment on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tWlmjyR9qmI This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

It's a joy to share this conversation I had with Casey Muze Williams of Avenue Speak! Native of Longview TX, Casey founded the nonprofit known as Starr Avenue Co in 2016, an organization which celebrates harmonius participation in the art. Casey holds 20 years of training as a performance percussionist for numerous rhythm instruments. He also has training as a sound engineer from Dallas Sound Lab. He is a dedicated social and community partisan with a peaceful and influential presence. He uses music and movement as holistic treatment of substance abuse disorders.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

Keith O'brien (@extexascoach) is a former HIgh School coach that put in the work to become part of the top 1% of earners in network marketing. In this episode I talk to him about his experiences, his values, misconceptions, and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

This was a super fun conversation with Kayla Lyons (@the_kaylalyons), Digital News Anchor/Host for @KLTV7.Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

My friend and annual guest of the show Chris Patton aka @CiceroMode joins me for a great conversation about our favorite music of the year. I also ask him 3 questions regarding the 3 C's of the Podcast, Communication, Community, and Company. We talk about the creator economy, building a brand, and more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

This conversation with DPhill Good was such a fun one to have! We had a great conversation about his art, his inspirations, the mind body connection, his vision, East Texas, self expression, listening to his heart, and much, much more. Follow him @Dphillgood This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

This podcast features especially Strong guest, Brandon Davidson. He is a comedian and Director of Next Step Community Solutions, a non profit in Tyler Texas that provides mental health counseling and substance abuse support for middle schools and high schools. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

Gemini is a local graffiti artist who's been working with local business owners in Tyler Texas.We talk about the act of graffiti itself, his work within the community, and how it builds business.Check out his instagram @inimeg_ and @awallnearyou This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

I had a great time speaking with Uriah Johnson, who recently made the front page of the Tyler Paper for the weekly "zoom forums" on race relations nationally and in our local community.In this episode you'll hear us discuss how we got here, what actions we can take to move forward, the NFL fans booing "unity" stand, Uriah's new project LitTyler, and black owned businesses in East Texas.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com