Voice Of Influence

The sentiment can't be ignored: 9 out of 10 leaders and managers I talk to are concerned about how they will integrate Gen Z into the workforce. And since Gen Z is replacing the retiring baby boomers and is about to overtake them in numbers (according to Glassdoor), the transfer of knowledge and culture weighs heavily on the minds of leaders.   In this episode, Andrea dissuades us from giving up on this generation and discusses the importance of mentoring Gen Z workers at the manager level. Voice of Influence is kicking off our registration for our 8-week online LIVE manager training program. Learn more:     Visit our online Manager Program page here.   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/292 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact  

Jim Vaselopulos is a C-level business advisor and executive coach with a proven record as a leader, strategist, rainmaker, and expert in new business development. With his principled leadership, visionary approach, and effective execution, Jim has successfully established new companies and transformed underperforming organizations. As the founder of Rafti Advisors, Jim assists early-stage businesses in launching successfully, growth-stage enterprises in accelerating their progress, and established organizations in navigating complex challenges and strategic shifts. He teaches sales and professional development and frequently speaks on the subjects of leadership and innovation. Jim is also the co-host of the popular The Leadership Podcastand volunteers regularly with business incubators and veterans groups. He graduated from the University of Illinois with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and earned his MBA at Marquette University. Jim is a dedicated husband and father of two wonderful children with his wife,

In this episode we hear why product and hiring experimentation are keys to successful startups, and why taking culture seriously helps people build influence in companies.    With over 20 years of experience in product management, design, and strategy, Paul Shustak is a multi-exit founder who loves building 1.0 products that push the boundaries of innovation. He is currently the co-founder of AsqMe, the leading Q&A platform helping creators aggregate, answer and monetize audience questions from across all their social channels. He is also the founder of UnLock, a consultancy that advises clients on how to achieve and maintain product-market fit. As a product and startup expert, Paul has led and advised multiple teams and organizations in finding and maintaining product-market fit, applying agile, lean, and scrum methodologies, and developing user-centric and data-driven solutions. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and insights through publications, workshops, mentoring, and speaking engageme

Steve Shenbaum is the founder of Game On Nation, a nationally recognized communication firm that employs game dynamics and improvisation to teach high-performance teamwork as well as communication, story-telling, public-speaking and presentation skills. Game On Nation provides authentic and down-to-earth courses, keynotes, and custom training programs that are widely accessible and extremely successful. For over 27 years, Steve and his company have helped people at the highest level of every sphere in the country, including leaders at Fortune 100 companies, college and professional sports teams, all branches of the military, NASA, and the U.S. House of Representatives. Steve gained notoriety for his early acting career, with featured roles in popular comedy films and shows such as Space Jam, Will & Grace, and American Pie 2. He understands the immense power of positive humor, and his professional success allows access to high-level audiences and clients.Notable clients Steve has worked with include Yao Mi

Political and ideological tensions are running high across the globe. Is this impacting the way your team interacts? Are you noticing higher levels of anxiety and relational conflict? In this episode Andrea discusses the importance of personal reflection and reconciliation for leaders.     Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/288 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact  

James Satterwhite brings over 36 years of industry knowledge, senior management and market building experience. His skills include global reach and abilities to address complex business development needs with a particular focus in façade constructs. Mr. Satterwhite is CEO of Advanced Glazings Ltd. with focus on domestic and international growth for the unique and timely light redirecting and highly insulation glazing units branded as Solera. He has served as Global Business Manager for Cabot Corporation’s Aerogel division where he was responsible for seeding global demand, business model development and supply chain for the Building and Construction markets. He also served as director of market development for Super Sky Products, Inc. where he was responsible for the design and development of systems and technology to bring solar energy into building integrated solutions among others. Prior to that position, Mr. Satterwhite was a vice president of sales at CPI Daylighting, charged with leading sales operation

  Mickie Kennedy believes that with some effort and a little money, the possibilities are endless. He is an expert at helping small businesses, authors, and startups increase their visibility and credibility. Mickie founded eReleases 24+ years ago after realizing that small businesses desperatelyneed a press release service they can actually afford, giving them access to the media and to a national newswire – all with a personal touch. He holds an MFA in Creative Writing with an emphasis in Poetry from George Mason University. His press releases have resulted in articles being published in the Wall Street Journal, CNN, Bloomberg, and many more prestigious new outlets.     Learn more about Voice of Influence coaching programs for executives and managers on our website.  https://voiceofinfluence.net/programs/   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/286 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinflue

Andrea Pacini is a presentation coach and Head of Ideas on Stage UK. He specialises in working with business owners, leaders and their teams who want to become more confident presenters.  Since 2010 Ideas on Stage has worked with thousands of clients around the world, including companies like Microsoft, Lacoste, The World Bank and over 500 TEDx speakers.  Andrea is on a mission to stop great ideas from failing just because of the way they are presented. His vision is to help hundreds of thousands of business leaders share their message so they can grow their business, increase their influence and make a positive impact in the world. Learn more about Voice of Influence coaching programs for executives and managers on our website.  https://voiceofinfluence.net/programs/   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/285 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact    

  Claudia Schabel, Founder, President and CEO of Schabel Solutions Inc., has been on a 20-plus- year mission to raise awareness and consciousness about social justice, race relations and equity. The Schabel Solutions team has over 25 years of DEI and human resources practitioner experience, largely with Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies. As a diversity and inclusion strategic partner, we combine our expertise with significant international experience and multicultural backgrounds to help organizations address the dangers of unmitigated unconscious bias, untapped talent, missed market opportunities and stagnant innovation.  Learn more about Voice of Influence coaching programs for executives and managers on our website.  https://voiceofinfluence.net/programs/   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/284 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact  

We can all learn a lot from professional performers because anyone can struggle with performance anxiety when they share a presentation or even just speak up in a meeting. Soula Parassidis is an accomplished professional opera singer and she has advice for us on the podcast this week. Greek-Canadian operatic soprano Soula Parassidis is an entrepreneur, anti-humantrafficking advocate, and producer. She has appeared on stage in the world's major performance venues and is the CEO of Living Opera. At Living Opera, her work is centered around reforming the pain points of performing arts--equal access, distribution, funding--for both artists themselves, and the communities they serve.   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/283 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact  

Rahier Rahman is the founder and CEO of Turn, an innovative HR tech company whose products are revolutionizing talent acquisition by dramatically speeding the hiring process and greatly reducing cost through autonomous data-driven sourcing and screening of the contingent and hourly workforce.  Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/282 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Kyle Shannon is a visionary leader with more than 30 years of experience innovating in storytelling and digital marketing. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Storyvine, he has revolutionized video storytelling with a Guided Video platform that automates production and empowers clients to create authentic, professional content at scale. Kyle's experience co-founding AGENCY.COM in the mid-1990s played a significant role in shaping the modern digital marketing landscape. As Chief Creative Officer, he helped grow the company to over 2,200 employees, $200 million in revenue, and a successful IPO on NASDAQ. Storyvine makes it easy for you to let your people tell their own story. You decide what stories you want told, and then our app guides people step-by-step through the process. Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/281 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Mark Malagon has over 16 years of experience in industrial refrigeration and mechanical contracting. Mark earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech as well as an MBA from Mercer University. He is also a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in multiple states and holds an active NCEES Record. Mark started his career as a project manager, quickly advancing to sales engineer. Soon thereafter he found himself in sales and engineering management, and after a successful run as a sales director, Mark chose to leave the industrial refrigeration industry for a general management position in HVAC. His time as a GM provided invaluable experience in business and finance. Eventually Mark was drawn back to his passion for industrial refrigeration, now with the experience to start his own company. Mark is an accomplished leader with a strong record in management, sales, engineering, and operations. He has been responsible for over $200 million worth of work from prominent industrial clients such as Americold

According to Microsoft's most recent Work Trend Index, 50% of managers are experiencing burnout. In this Leadership Skills episode of the Voice of Influence podcast Andrea discusses what can leaders do to assess and mitigate the risk of burnout.    Learn more about Voice of Influence coaching programs for executives and managers on our website.  https://voiceofinfluence.net/programs/   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/279 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact  

Joanne Stadnik is the CEO of Voyage Healthcare, one of the largest multi-specialty clinics in Minnesota that is still independently owned. Voyage Healthcare has five clinic locations and is celebrating 70 years this year of being in business. Joanne is a fearless champion of creativity, innovation & inspiration. She is an executive coach, speaker, and Certified Medical Practice Executive (FACMPE).   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/278 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact  

Matt Massucci is the founder and CEO of Hirewell, a global, tech-enabled Talent Solutions Provider. Since getting its start in Chicago 20 years ago, Hirewell has been helping clients grow their organizations by recruiting the top-tier talent they need.  His firm partners with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies across all facets of their organization.  Hirewell is comprised of highly specialized recruiters in the highest-demand fields: Technology, Human Resources, Marketing, Supply Chain, Sales, Finance & Accounting, and Real Estate services.   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/277 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact  

Sonny Thadani is Co-Founder & CEO of Robin, a coaching company for schools. They exist to help build more connected, supportive and compassionate school communities where each student, educator and parent is empowered to thrive. He is a dedicated dad of three, first and foremost. Sonny’s passion for education and mental health came after working with Sandy Hook Promise, an organization dedicated to improving the lives and mental well-being of students across the US. Having witnessed the impacts of mental health firsthand, Sonny became determined to solve this challenge through Robin. Prior to starting Robin, Sonny was a founding member of Accordion Partners, the leading consulting firm focused on private equity-backed companies. Sonny spent 10 years as COO at Accordion — shaping the strategy, crafting the culture, and scaling the business to more than 130 employees across 5 offices. Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/276 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Registe

It used to be that we felt we had to put on a mask of power and confidence to have a real impact. But things have changed. When I ask guests what advice they have for people who want to have a Voice of Influence, the most frequent recommendation is to be authentic. Nythia Thedani, CEO of Rain is both authentic and transparent on our show this week. Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/275 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact  

Cheryl Lynn Mobley is CEO and founder of reCalibrate, and is here with us to share what she and her team perfected when she served as a hospital president. Her boutique advisory firm has impacted global brands and Mid-Market organizations around the world with her Epic WorkplaceTM Framework. She is a speaker and the author of the newly released leadership book crafted around her experience on a horse safari in South Africa, Face to Face: A Guide to Leading More Skillfully in Times of Great Disruption and Uncertainty. In this episode Cheryl shares advice on how to know when to make a strategic pivot, how to lead when people feel fragile, and the importance of self-care for organizational leaders. Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/273 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact

Lori Poland is the CEO of the National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect. She shares openly and genuinely about the effects of trauma, the journey of healing, and the impact that relationships have on our growth by being open about her own traumatic experience of being abducted, abused and left for dead in the pit of an outhouse toilet at the age of 3.    Lori’s healing experience has led her, along with her treating doctor from her kidnapping, to co-found The National Foundation To End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN). Through her work at EndCAN, Lori continues the conversation with audiences big and small helping people to talk more openly about child abuse and neglect, moving it from its current view of being solely a social and legal issue to also being seen as a public health, mental health and physical health problem that needs attention, community, a voice, and significant change in order to end abuse and neglect.  Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/273 Give and recei