We welcome Tom to share his story and answer 12 Questions in 30 Minutes
Tom Fox is the Voice of Compliance, having founded the only podcast network in compliance, the award-winning Compliance Podcast Network. It currently has 60 podcasts. Tom has won multiple awards for podcast hosting and producing. He has been honored with awards for series as diverse as Looking Back on 9/11, Understanding Lyme Disease, and Trial of the Century: the Enron Trial. He is an Executive leader at the C-Suite Network, the world’s most trusted network of C-Suite leaders. He is also the co-founder of the Texas Hill Country Podcast Network.
Tom is also a best-selling author, having written 25 books in the areas of compliance, business ethics and leadership. He is the author of the seminal work, The Compliance Handbook, 4th edition. He recently published his first children’s book Being a Compliance Officer is Awesome, which was an Amazon best seller in its first week.
He can be reached at tfox@tfoxlaw.com.
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In this podcast episode, host Mike Solitro welcomes Tom Fox, known as the Voice of Compliance and founder of the Compliance Podcast Network. Tom discusses his interest in compliance and how he started the podcast network. He shares advice he received and the importance of trusting the process and committing to one's goals. Tom also talks about his current job and his stress-free lifestyle, including daily exercise. He mentions his future plans for expanding his compliance podcast network and his rural podcast network, which helps local businesses in his area.
We're thrilled to share with you the latest episode of Your | 1230 podcast where I had the pleasure of hosting Tom Fox, the voice of compliance and the mastermind behind the award-winning Compliance Podcast Network.
Tom's journey is a testament to the power of resilience, passion, and the courage to walk through new doors. He started his compliance journey as a general counsel for a company that had violated the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. This experience sparked his interest in compliance, leading him to build a successful career in this field.
Here are some key takeaways from our conversation:
The Power of Compliance: Tom explains that compliance isn't just for big corporations. Whether you're running a small podcasting network or a multinational corporation, compliance is key.
Building the Compliance Podcast Network: After his corporate position was eliminated, Tom took a leap of faith and founded the Compliance Podcast Network. Despite initial setbacks, he persevered and turned his vision into a reality.
The Importance of Passion: Tom believes that passion is what attracts and retains an audience. Whether you're writing, podcasting, or creating content, make sure it's something you're passionate about.
Adapting to Different Platforms: Tom started with blogging on WordPress and then expanded to LinkedIn. He advises others to repurpose content and leverage artificial intelligence to reach a wider audience.
The Power of Persistence: Tom shares how he faced discouragement when advertising executives showed no interest in his presentation at a conference. However, he didn't let this deter him. Instead, he trusted the process and stayed committed to his vision.
Future Plans: Tom is excited about the future of his Compliance Podcast Network and his new venture, the rural podcast network. He's determined to help local businesses in his area reach their target audience through podcasts and social media marketing.
I hope you find Tom's story as inspiring as I did. Tune in to the latest episode of Your | 1230 to hear more about Tom's journey and his insights on compliance, business ethics, and leadership. Stay curious.
