Episodes

  • S08E15: The Magic of Creating an Impact with VIP Guest Brian Stevens

    S08E15: The Magic of Creating an Impact with VIP Guest Brian Stevens
    Nov 14 2024
    Brian Stevens is a tech veteran and chief executive officer at Neural Magic. In this role he aims to democratize Generative AI for enterprises and make it open and accessible to all. Previously Brian was the VP of Product and CTO of Google Cloud and before that the EVP & CTO of Red Hat. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Align towards how we make an impact to create transformative change. - Getting people motivated and excited towards a vision and mission is one of the most difficult things to do. - When something that is incredibly important is kept out of reach, we keep it from making an impact. - Validation isn’t vision. It's clients acknowledging that you are valuable to them. - We often get hung up on internal obstacles instead of looking at a way to prevent them. - We would be bored to tears in life if we didn’t have obstacles and challenges to energize us. - Surround yourself with great people, and then collaboratively iterate. - Sometimes, change at a large scale takes time. - Vision is easy, executing it is the hard. - Have fun along the journey to making an impact. Please Subscribe to the Secrets to Win Big® Podcast! #podcast #podcasts #success #leader #leaders #new #newepisode #win #secret #thoughtleader #leadership #business #businesspodcast #listen #launch #episode
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    41 mins
  • S08E14: Staying Relevant with VIP Guest Suresh Shenoy

    S08E14: Staying Relevant with VIP Guest Suresh Shenoy
    Oct 17 2024
    Suresh Shenoy is a Senior business executive and philanthropist. He is a Founder Director and current Vice Chairman of WHEELS Global Foundation that provides technology driven solutions for potable Water, affordable Healthcare, renewable Energy, Education, Livelihoods and Sustainability. He served as Chairman of the American Red Cross in the National Capital Region, was inducted as a Distinguished Alumnus of IIT Bombay, and into the new Science Museum Board of advisors that is under construction in Virginia. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: Constantly staying relevant is a key motivator to keep one going. When we give time and talent, we make a huge difference. Apply technology for transformation to accelerate the scaling of philanthropy. For any philanthropy to sustain its success, the recipient must have an economic interest in the success of that project. When you ask for the time, you don't want to know how the watch is made. Learn to be content without losing your ambition. Impact every part of a community, as the whole world is wide canvas.
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    40 mins
  • S08E13: Amplifying Change Makers with VIP Guest Stacey Yudin

    S08E13: Amplifying Change Makers with VIP Guest Stacey Yudin
    Jun 27 2024
    Stacey Yudin is Chief Executive Officer of NEP Services. A tech leader, Stacey is known for her unstoppable drive and creating transformative technology to advance non-profits and build strong communities. She is passionate about the industrial 4.0 and believes tech is the bridge to building a better future for non-profits. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Non-Profits are businesses too, they just give back their profits. - Leadership is a team sport; play, lead and win like a team. - ⁠Your business is a reflection of the individuals you hire. - ⁠The goal of a business should be to deliver the best. - Always keep an eye out for gaps in the marketplace. - Have high energy and a high tolerance to build a world the way you see it. - Being flexible and resilient is the key to success. - Failure is an opportunity to reflect, be curious, and ask questions to overcome. - ⁠Life is a winding journey. ⁠Learn to enjoy the little moments. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/0UVfsVqZiQ4
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    32 mins
  • S08E12: The Recipe of Authenticity with VIP Guests Sahil Rahman & Rahul Vinod

    S08E12: The Recipe of Authenticity with VIP Guests Sahil Rahman & Rahul Vinod
    Jun 20 2024
    Lifelong friends Sahil Rahman and Rahul Vinod said they opened RASA, a growing Indian fast-casual eatery, to make Indian food more accessible and to be a “bright spot” in people’s days. Sahil and Rahul grew up in the restaurant industry and witnessed the way that food impacted our community and spread joy. RASA, today, has expanded to 5 locations. Founded by second generation restaurateurs, RASA has been named a Breakout Brand by Nation's Restaurant News, Best Concept Mid-Atlantic by Starchefs, highlighted in the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, and featured on the cover of QSR Magazine's 40/40 list, which highlights emerging restaurant brands nationwide. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Just take the leap. We often regret the leaps we don’t take. - New products start with authenticity and maintain consistency. - Create an environment where everyone feels welcome. - Service starts with the mindset of a tour guide. - How we introduce new products defines them. - Partnerships need positive intent, conscious effort, and commitment. - Always be your authentic self. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/5hsg7ToFwEg
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    46 mins
  • S08E11: Work Your Way To Win with VIP Guest Craig Woolridge

    S08E11: Work Your Way To Win with VIP Guest Craig Woolridge
    Jun 7 2024
    Craig Woolridge excels in building and managing relationships, developing long-term business strategies, and delivering innovative client solutions. He prioritizes business growth and innovation and has exceptional skills in operations management and sales strategy development. With extensive experience working for notable companies like Cantor Fitzgerald, Morgan Stanley, LibertyView Capital Management, Blacklock & Partners, Toronto Dominion, Microsoft, and BNP Paribas, Craig is well-positioned to implement cutting-edge solutions and continue driving success. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Work ethic and empathy are the building blocks for success. - ⁠Leverage something that you are strong at in order to succeed. - Don’t let your blind spots get in the way of your success. - Failures are opportunities to learn. - Some things just don’t work out. That’s just the way life is. - Always chasing perfection can lead to an unhappy life. - Take a balanced approach towards the highs and lows in life. - ⁠Surround yourself with people smarter than yourself. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/BapbR3wmiUs
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    32 mins
  • S08E10: Laugh Your Way To Lead with VIP Guest Stacy Pederson

    S08E10: Laugh Your Way To Lead with VIP Guest Stacy Pederson
    May 23 2024
    Stacy Pederson is a Funny Motivational Keynote Speaker. After failing in every conceivable way (including life itself-literally-) Stacy chose to reinvent herself. She is now a sought-after Keynote Motivational Speaker who gives audiences fun—yet practical actions on how to overcome stress, handle change, be more resilient, and live a life that matters. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - People know when you are not being authentic. - Find more joy by being open to different ideas. - Give hope and joy to someone who is struggling. It is one of the best feelings. - We make different choices when we aren’t afraid of failure. - When we look at failure differently, the world seems bigger and better. - Hardships make us better people. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/SrTzc1sNnIU
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    27 mins
  • S08E09: Celebrating Respect with VIP Guest Mike Domitrz

    S08E09: Celebrating Respect with VIP Guest Mike Domitrz
    May 3 2024
    Mike Domitrz, Hall-of-Fame Speaker, Author, Subject Matter Expert, Educator, and Certified Speaking Professional, is the Founder of The Center for Respect, Inc. He has devoted his life to the mission of creating a culture of respect for ALL. You may have seen Mike quoted in NBC Dateline, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal and other renowned publications. In 2022, Mike was inducted into the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame and was the first expert focused on respect in the workplace to ever be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: - Tiny cracks in respect become bigger over time and changes everything. - When one has to earn your respect, it becomes a game of power. - People are way more productive when they feel respected. - Respect often gets ignored because it’s considered a soft skill. - People shut down when they do not feel respected. - When somebody feels they are living a life of choice, they feel respected. - A great test for a leader is how many people can say no to them. - Empower people to really have a choice in the workplace. - The failure in most organizations is to not really learn about their people. - Empathy is one of the most important traits of a great leader. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/AxZ7buxSK3I
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    48 mins
  • S08E08: Don't Settle with VIP Guest Bruce Somers

    S08E08: Don't Settle with VIP Guest Bruce Somers
    Mar 7 2024
    Bruce Somers, Jr. is the Chief Storyteller at Sincbox, a company Bruce founded after a decade in the direct response TV field. He pioneered the brand response category and, to date, has directed and produced over 500 campaigns for clients such as DIRECTV, VISA, Microsoft, Citibank, United Airlines, Starbucks, Dell, Bounce, Cascade, Dawn, CoverGirl, Hamilton Beach, Epson, Disney, Whirlpool, Weber Grills, Omaha Steaks,... to name a few. Here are some key insights from this week’s show: Every person has a brand. You need to build it and guard it with everything you have. Brand power starts with authenticity, as brands can’t be something they are not. When a brand makes a mistake, admit it with transparency, sincerity, and authenticity. This can increase brand loyalty. Hurdles are thrown in our way to give us an opportunity to think harder and improve what we are trying to accomplish. A winner is a loser who tried one more time. All we are, are our stories; it is our stories that get us to where we are today. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/B8MAM0RaJnk
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    53 mins