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Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueHow to get more out of your people with Mary Lynn ZeimerWhen it comes to achieving self-transformation and unleashing your greatest potential, perhaps you should avoid getting deeper into the unhealthy grind of proving yourself. Sometimes, a simple moment of surrender is what it takes to unlock a better you. Andy McDowell chats with Mary Lynn Zeimer, a master of advanced life concepts and a certified master life coach, about doing the inner work and getting the most out of yourself. She explains how to let go of an ego-driven life, spend more time on self-love, and how not to be stuck in survival mode. Mary also emphasizes how to not mak...2024-06-041h 10Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Value of Sales With Amy LauAchieving success as an immigrant in a foreign country takes a lot of guts and a high level of resilience. For Amy Lau, an immigrant from China, found her purpose in storytelling and embracing the art of value creation. Joining Andy McDowell, she shares her journey to becoming an entrepreneur and sales expert adapting to a new culture and language. Amy talks about the struggles and triumphs in building relationships, the right approach to listening to clients, and becoming versatile and flexible at all times. She also discusses why you as the salesperson should be the very first person to...2024-05-281h 07Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueUnlock Your Dreams: The Power Of Strong Self-Leadership With Dr. Kamin SamuelDo you long for a life filled with purpose and fulfillment? The answer lies within you, waiting to be unlocked through the power of Strong Self-Leadership. Dr. Kamin Samuel, the inspiring coach in this episode, believes strong self-leadership is the key to achieving your dreams. It’s not about external validation or striving for someone else’s definition of success but a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Discover how to cultivate unshakeable self-belief, tap into your inner compass, own your narrative, transform your limiting beliefs, and become your biggest cheerleader today. Learn the art of strong self-leadership and unlock the p...2024-05-071h 14Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Power Of Community: How Connection Can Change Everything With Mario TorunoLife throws curveballs, and having a community to lean on during tough times is invaluable. Community members can offer emotional support, practical help, and advice, reminding you that you're not alone. Today, Mario Toruno, the Founder and CEO of Livyana, brings the power of community in supporting others going through something. He explains the tough journey of patients with different illnesses and how Livyana treks with them along that journey. In a world that can often feel isolating, the power of community is a beacon of hope and support. So, take the first step today. Find your community and un...2024-04-3033 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueBuilding A Healthy Corporate Culture With Chellie PhillipsEveryone knows that corporate culture is vital to the success of any business or corporation. However, not everybody understands how to properly build it. In this episode, Andy McDowell sits down with business coach and motivational speaker Chellie Phillips to discuss what it takes to develop a well-rounded and inclusive corporate culture. Chellie explains the important role of storytelling in culture building and the right way to incorporate foundational values into your team. She also talks about her book Culture Secrets and her experiences helping leaders create a positive impact in their own companies.2024-04-231h 10Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueHow Outdoor Adventure Can Dispel Fear With Lora LapizFear is a powerful inner foe. It can stop you in your tracks, push you to hate yourself and drown you in negative feelings. For Lora Lapiz, the thing that saved her from getting consumed by fear was going on an adventure. In this conversation with Andy McDowell, she shares how the outdoors allowed her to get over the deaths of her loved ones, overcome her suicidal thoughts, and heal herself by understanding the neuroscience and biological aspects of human behavior. Lora also opens up on the role of rock climbing and international travel in appreciating her life and a...2024-04-211h 08Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Power Of Self-Leadership With Dr. Lisa YeungLife can never be a straight path. Most of the time, it is rough and full of roadblocks. But you can choose to steer the wheel and find yourself on a much better path, which is possible through self-leadership. In this episode, integrative coach Dr. Lisa Yeung talks about the power of leading oneself in traversing the roughest moments of our lives. She explains how embracing self-ownership can lead to fundamental personal transformation. Dr. Lisa also discusses the importance of experiencing an inner shift to live the life you deserve and get you out of your lowest moments, as...2024-04-091h 11Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Value Of Public Relations: Increase Your Credibility And Visibility With Mickie KennedyPublic Relations is a powerful tool in boosting your reputation, credibility, and visibility. But how can you craft a positive image and build strong relationships with your audience? That is what Mickie Kennedy is here for in this episode. Mickie has been the founder of eReleases for more than 24 years. He shows great expertise in explaining the value of public relations and how it can help you increase your visibility and credibility. Do you want to stand out? Join Mickie because he unlocks the door of opportunity to help you generate more value in today’s conversation.2024-04-0253 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueAppreciating Spirituality In Business With Today’s Leading ExpertsWhen your business is solely dedicated to earning a strong income and puts proper team building aside, you are setting yourself up to fail. By putting spirituality in business, you cultivate a workplace environment of trust, collaboration, and connection, resulting in much better results. Andy McDowell explores this concept even deeper in a panel discussion with today’s leading experts: Dr. Larry Farwell, Reina Bach, Amy Wong, Aileda Lindal, and Greg Zlevor. Together, they discuss the importance of understanding the why of your business in order to bring humanness and openness into your processes. They also share their own practic...2024-03-281h 06Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe True Meaning Of Financial Freedom With Kirk W. McLarenAny business owner wants to achieve financial freedom and secure a truly comfortable life, especially in their retirement years. However, this is more than just saving up money. From a much bigger perspective, it is about achieving freedom in every aspect of your life. In this episode, Andy McDowell sits down with Kirk McLaren, CEO of Foresight CFO. Together, they discuss how to design a business plan that does not only attract money, but also joy, purpose, spirituality, and long-lasting relationships. Kirk also explains how he helps other people gain financial freedom through a program that focuses on generational we...2024-03-261h 00Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueHow To Build A Powerful Brand For Your Business With Fritz ColinetMost people would look at the brand when buying a product, and that’s an essential part business owners should delve into. Joining us in this episode is Fritz Colinet, who is a seasoned executive creative director, strategist, and brand builder with over 25 years of experience in marketing, brand development, and creative direction. Fritz discusses how business owners could build a powerful brand and explains the five stages of a buying cycle and the role of a strategic advisor to the business. Fritz also touches upon the customer journey and why it’s important to think about. How will you...2024-03-121h 06Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueValue Drivers: Impactful Business Process Development With Moustafa MoursyA business operates with a process; how well you develop and implement those processes determine your growth and success. In today’s world, automation has become the buzzword that businesses tend to automate just for automation’s sake. But is it really moving your business? This is the dilemma that our guest in this episode tackles by taking us on an enlightening discussion about impactful process development. Andy McDowell is with Moustafa Moursy, a deeply experienced entrepreneur who empowers business owners to grow their businesses rapidly by rationalizing and mastering business processes specific to their circumstances. Moustafa gives us a gr...2024-03-0553 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueInvoking The BE In Human Beings With Ronita GodsiMost of the time, we are too busy doing everything we can to take control of our lives. But sometimes, the answer to all our problems is simply entering our Be Mode. Andy McDowell is joined by Ronita Godsi to discuss why doing is not enough but also being. Looking back on her most important life lessons and milestones, she opens up on defeating her people-pleasing mindset, going beyond survival mode, and experiencing self-forgiveness. Ronita also shares how she looks after her four daughters and how she pays forward by helping others become effective leaders.2024-02-2754 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueAchieving Big Things Through Little Things With David RodenMost of the time, we set goals so high that we often end up setting up ourselves for failure. Instead of attempting to accomplish overwhelming tasks, perhaps it is far more effective to focus on the little things and let them stack up. This is the roadmap followed by David Roden in his weight loss journey, allowing him to get rid of his 400-pound body. Joining Andy McDowell, he shares how refusing to give into the self-limiting diet culture and setting realistic goals allowed him to overcome his suicidal thoughts and achieve actual transformation. David also explains why we sh...2024-02-2056 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueSalsa, Sweat Equity, And Syndication: The Path To Passive Income Success With Giang NguyenTransform your fears into stepping stones, seize every challenge as an opportunity, and always keep in mind: Assets provide freedom, liabilities restrict it. In this episode, we have Giang Nguyen, a former medical researcher turned passionate real estate investor and salsa enthusiast. Today, she shares how to build generational wealth using real estate. Discover the power of wealth-building wisdom, navigating fear, leveraging passive income, and more. Tune in now!2024-02-1355 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueFrom Traditional To Digital: Evolving Business Models In Lawn Care With Bryan ClaytonIn an ever-evolving landscape, industries are witnessing a transformative shift as businesses adapt and embrace changing models to stay competitive and relevant. Bryan Clayton is all too familiar with this. Within the lawn care industry, Bryan has given birth to two businesses: Peachtree Inc., considered one of Tennessee's landscaping giants, and GreenPal, an innovative online marketplace dubbed the "Uber for lawn care" by Entrepreneur magazine. In this episode, he shares how he navigated through the pivots of running a landscaping business and moving towards a more digital approach to delivering lawn care services. From changing business models to finding...2024-02-0657 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueLife's Journey Can Be Bumpy: How To Turn Chaos Into Opportunities With Steph SilverLive authentically, find strength in being vulnerable, and embrace chaos. Within chaos, you can turn challenges into opportunities and every choice shapes your existence. In this episode, Steph Silver confronts the reality of how life’s journey can be bumpy. As a branding and marketing expert with over 20 years of experience, she shares her personal growth journey, from balancing motherhood to changing her leadership and life approach. Steph discusses the importance of self-evaluation and the impact of leadership on personal and professional development. She highlights the necessity of creating a culture that nurtures growth, values authenticity, and encourages open co...2024-01-301h 13Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueBusiness Finance Trends 2024: Getting Your Numbers In Order For The New Year With Andrea BellFrom a financial and tax perspective, what should business owners be paying attention to in 2024? Andrea Bell of ProfitabilityCo joins us on the podcast today to talk about the most notable business financial trends for the new year and what business owners need to do to get their numbers straight and set themselves up for success. In this conversation, Andrea discusses crucial financial and tax considerations for business owners in 2024, including the new BOI reporting requirement at the federal level. Concerns about its invasiveness and potential impact on small businesses are raised. Additionally, emphasis is placed on effective expense...2024-01-231h 04Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Power Of Your Inner Voice: Navigating Trauma, Beliefs, And Self-Love With Lenora EdwardsWhat we say to ourselves really does matter. Our thoughts create the very foundations of our beliefs that translate to our actions and the results we get. That is why it is very important that we learn to be aware of the language we use to speak to ourselves, understanding both our internal and external voices. Helping us navigate this is no other than the Voice Lady herself, Lenora Edwards. She is a board-certified speech language pathologist devoted to empowering people through the art of communication. In this episode, Lenora takes us deep into the power of language as...2024-01-1645 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueIntegrating Lessons Into Your Life And Leadership With John St. PierreEmbrace failure as the ultimate professor on the road to entrepreneurial mastery. It's not about the fall, but how high you bounce back and align your purpose with your pursuit. In this episode, we have John St. Pierre share his entrepreneurial rollercoaster. Drawing from his book, "A Hundred Million Dollar Journey: Your Guide to Growing the Business of Your Dreams Without Driving it off the Cliff," John shares how he went from a staggering $50 million setback to a remarkable bounce back and surpassing the $100 million mark. John shares his transition from a 'doer' mentality to a 'be-er,' igniting...2024-01-0949 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueSound Healing: Navigating Love, Fear, And Spirituality With Dr. Dawn EllaLove and fear are the notes that compose our consciousness, and in raising our vibration, we rediscover the harmony within. In this episode, we have Dr. Dawn Ella, a sound healing expert, spiritual guide, and survivor of a near-death experience that forever changed her perspective on life. She shares her extraordinary experience of transitioning to the other side and returning with a heightened awareness of the soul's energy. She emphasizes the interconnectedness of love, fear, and consciousness in our daily decisions. She also deeply discusses the dynamics of love and fear as the two foundational aspects of consciousness. Dr...2024-01-0252 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueIntegrating Spirituality In Business And Leadership With Greg ZlevorOur guest today grew up with devoted Catholic parents and had many Catholic training. Although he believes in God and Jesus Christ as his core, he still considers himself a Closet Buddhist. In this episode, Greg Zlevor, the President and Founder of Westwood International, shares his spiritual life as a kid and how it impacted his life. He explains how bringing spirituality in business makes a difference. As Greg goes into making communities of HOPE, he also identifies the five values of HOPE. Join Greg in this inspirational episode to see the value of spirituality in your business.2023-12-2945 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueMarketing Yourself: Bringing Your WHY Into Your Brand With Sol AlsinaIf you plan to market or brand yourself, why not listen to this conversation first? Andy’s guest brings a wealth of insights to chew on today. In this episode, Sol Alsina, the owner of Mundoh Digital, discusses her journey of discovering her being, the drive to be an entrepreneur, her Ted X Talk, and marketing yourself. She also explains the importance of your WHY and how to brand yourself. Let’s dive even deeper with Sol and understand how she generates more value in this conversation. Tune in to this episode now!2023-12-221h 05Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueData Driven Transparency In The Justice System With Darrell MaloneExplore the intersection of justice and data-driven transparency as we uncover a transformative shift in the legal landscape. In this episode, the founder and Technology Director of the National Police Data Coalition, Darrell Malone, discusses all about civic duties, media truthfulness, and the societal responsibilities that underpin our democracy. He touches on the flood of overwhelming information in today's digital age and how we can best handle it. While shedding light on the corruption, fake news, and other horrible aspects of it, Darrell also brings constructive solutions. Darrell emphasizes the timeless importance of generating value and positive impact, especially...2023-12-151h 13Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueMaking The UnConscience Conscience: Achieve Your Full Potential With Gagan GuptaHow can you reach your full potential if you let yourself get trapped in your safe bubble? How can you grow if you kill your own worth? In today's enlightening conversation, Gagan Gupta, Executive Life Coach at Fast Track Your Career, shares his wisdom on making the unconscious conscious to achieve the leader's full potential. He unpacks his story of climbing the corporate ladder and how he pivots his journey into becoming a guiding light for leaders and executives. Join us for this captivating podcast episode as Gagan illuminates the path to a life lived with purpose and authenticity.2023-12-0857 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueSocial Impacting Business: A Selfless Way For Business To Thrive In This New Emerging Fourth Sector With Will KralovecIt’s natural for a business to make a profit, but it should also be essential for businesses to create social benefits and public good that will impact their community. In this episode of Generating Your Value Podcast, Andy McDowell introduces the Opportunity Developer and Merchant of Possibilities, Will Kralovec, into the show. Will shows what a social impacting business looks like. He explains why it is important for an organization to have “why” and communicate it. Will also reveals that doing good to the world often comes at a higher cost than doing bad, and it is challenging to do...2023-12-0155 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueFinding Your Why In The Shadows: From Pain To Purpose With Janet HoganEntrepreneurship can often feel like navigating through shadows, causing us to lose sight of our goals and become stuck on our journey. However, Janet Hogan, the co-founder of Oddfellows Ad Agency and the mastermind behind The Process, offers a guiding light to help you uncover your 'WHY' within these shadows. In this episode, she shares a transformative process that turns challenges into a purposeful mission, particularly as she identifies and addresses Andy McDowell's pain points, leading him to discover his 'WHY' and guiding him toward the illumination of success. As Janet leads individuals through this transformative process, her guidance...2023-11-171h 08Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueNonprofit Strategies: How To Build A Successful Nonprofit Organization With Col. Vincent LindenmeyerAs a lifelong learner, today’s guest had tons of master’s degrees. And he shares his light as he beacons you into generating your value with today’s conversation. Colonel Vince Lindenmeyer, the owner of Beacon 4sight Group, sheds light on strategies to help nonprofit organizations grow. He also brings his take on meeting prospective clients for the organization. As a lifelong learner, Col. Lindenmeyer shares his key insights on fundraising and starting a non-profit organization. Let’s bask in Colonel Lindenmeyer’s light as he brings so much value to today’s conversation by tuning in to this episode2023-11-1055 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Nimble C-Suite: Embracing Transformation, Resilience, And Innovation With Dr. David GruderFor a business to thrive, it needs to change with the times, and that requires the C-suite to lead the way. How do we, as leaders, ensure that we don’t end up as dinosaurs in this constant march of change? Discover the pressing need for businesses to adapt to the ever-changing market landscape in this thought-provoking podcast conversation with Dr. David Gruder, co-author of The Nimble C-Suite. Dr. Gruder introduces the concept of nimbility, encouraging companies to become better versions of themselves by embracing transformation, resilience, and innovation. Find out why shifting from a product and service-oriented economy to...2023-11-031h 01Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueSelf Leadership: Embracing Self-Awareness And Leading With Authenticity With Sherry WinnTrue leadership begins by leading yourself—embracing self-awareness, understanding your worth, and communicating with assertiveness, not aggression. In this episode, Sherry Winn, a former Olympian, a coach, and a best-selling author, discusses what it takes to be a truly powerful leader. Through her journey, she brings to light the concept of self-actualization, where you become the best version of yourself and transcend the need for external validation. Sherry emphasizes the importance of understanding your own strengths and weaknesses, taking ownership of your self-improvement, and creating a culture of open communication. She explains the difference between assertive and aggressive communication, the...2023-10-2730 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueFind Your Voice: Build A Connection With Others Through Your Story With Kathryn ThompsonEstablishing a connection with clients will keep them buying your product or service. But how can you connect with them? It is through the story you tell them. In this episode, Kathryn Thompson, a Canadian-based entrepreneur, will inspire you to find your voice in your stories to create change in your life, business, and the world. She explains how a story is essential in generating value for your brand. Kathryn also discusses how AI shaped many industries and how it contributes to branding. Let’s generate more value with our storytelling and tune in to this insightful episode today....2023-07-1852 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Path To Great Leadership With Aileda LindalEvery single individual lives according to their own personal culture. Bringing together people from all walks of life requires great leadership that brings a positive influence to everyone. In this episode, Andy McDowell sits down with Aileda Lindal to discuss how one can transform from a decent leader to a truly influential and impactful one. She explains how a balanced spirit, mind, and body can help you with this undertaking, attracting individuals from all over with your thoughts, attitudes, and mindset. Aileda also discusses the contrast in leadership between men and women, as well as the silver lining of th...2023-07-1158 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueRedefining Success: Discovering Your Self To Find Joy In Life With Dominey DrewOur guest’s perspective on success and happiness emphasizes a shift from conventional measures like wealth and achievement to a more introspective and authentic approach. To Dominey Drew, true success lies in discovering oneself and finding authentic power, which leads to a profound transformation and, ultimately, happiness. Dominey emphasizes that leadership is a continuous process of personal growth and development. She illustrates how she rose above her struggles like a phoenix emerging from the ashes by overcoming colossal insecurities and challenges. Dominey believes that individuals need to embark on a journey of self-discovery to find happiness and achieve success. Th...2023-07-041h 04Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueNavigating Life's Detours: The Roadmap To Acupuncture And Self-Leadership With Dr. Andrea Renee RiveraAlthough life can be challenging, embracing self-leadership empowers us to overcome obstacles, turn hardships into chances, and create a brighter future through our own efforts. Today, our guest is the remarkable Dr. Andrea Renee Rivera, a renowned jewelry designer turned acupuncturist. She shares her inspiring journey of resilience, personal growth, and self-leadership. Dr. Rivera dives deep into the rabbit hole of acupuncture, exploring the profound benefits it can bring to our physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. She also shares practical strategies for navigating adversity and embracing change with grace and determination. Tune in and discover the power within you...2023-06-2859 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueUnleashing Leadership Potential In The Software Development World With Nathaniel HolzmannTrue leadership in the software development realm goes beyond technical expertise—it lies in the ability to inspire, empower, and create meaningful connections. In this episode, your host Andy McDowell dives deep into the world of software development and leadership with a special guest, Nathaniel Holzmann. Nathaniel is the CEO of Low Code Road, leading a team that creates and supports low-code/no-code apps for global companies and end-users. He shares his journey, starting as a software support representative and evolving into a prominent figure in the software development field. Through his leadership, Low Code Road has become a le...2023-06-2052 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueWhy Being A Purpose-Led Company Is Imperative Today With Kim Allchurch-FlickIn this era of great resignation, we know that the new generation of employees is looking for companies that connect them to a purpose. Now more than ever, being a purpose-led company is becoming very important. How do you transform and become one? In this episode, we sit down with none other than a social enterprise advocate, Kim Allchurch-Flick. She talks about the importance of purpose and its benefits to businesses and organizations. On involving with social issues, Kim discusses all about being a social enterprise and how companies can do more than just sell a product. Plus, she a...2023-06-1355 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueLeveraging Money As A Tool To Create Value With Brandyn CottinghamWe all have the ability to create value. How to see it through and get that value far and wide is often a challenge that, realistically, money can provide. Brandyn Cottingham believes in this. For him, money is the fuel that takes you anywhere. He has the story to tell us about that in this episode. Brandyn is an economic impact investor and community activist, focused on producing positive winning scenarios for the stakeholders of underserved and diverse communities. He shares with us his life’s story that took him from the Marine Corps to audio engineering to finance. Th...2023-06-1047 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueFrom Homemaker To Game-Changer: Prioritize The Destination, Not The Path With LoriAnn GarnerSuccess lies not in the path we follow, but in the destination we choose to prioritize. For it is there that we uncover our true potential and generate profound value in our lives. In this episode, LoriAnn Garner shares her journey of transitioning from stay-at-home mom to Ideal Vision Coach. LoriAnn opens up about her desire to make a meaningful impact in the world, leading her to embark on a transformative coaching journey. She digs deep into her incredible story of resilience, embracing change, and unwavering dedication to generating value. LoriAnn then encourages people to reflect on their own...2023-06-0659 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueA Life Worth Living: Finding Joy In Helping Others With Luba SakharukWhat makes a life worth living? In our hustle and bustle culture, it can be difficult to see that there is more to life out there. We just have to overcome the fear and step into our ‘why.’ For this episode’s guest, Luba Sakharuk, a life worth living is all about helping others. She joins Andy McDowell and Zach Levy to share with us the journey that led her to find this passion and joy. Luba is the founder of RALM3 Consulting LLC, where she helps people through public speaking, facilitation, and mentorship. She talks about her start as a sof...2023-05-261h 05Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueUnderstanding The Emotions In Sales: Sales Strategies For The Modern Era With Paul RossIn today’s world, sales is not just about what you're selling. It's about how you make your prospects feel. Emotions drive sales, and sales professionals who understand this have the power to radically uplevel their results. In this episode, our guest is Paul Ross, author, speaker, elite sales trainer, master hypnotist, and master practitioner of neurolinguistic programming. Paul explores the new psychological factors that have arisen in the sales profession in the last decade. He explains that the main hindrance to making a sale is not your competitor, but your prospect's lack of confidence and focus in their ow...2023-05-161h 01Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueCrafting Your Own Destiny Through Self-Leadership With Travis JohnsonWithout a doubt, life is unpredictable and full of uncertainties. If you want to shape your own destiny and not be pushed around by external factors out of your control, embracing self-leadership is key. In this episode, Andy McDowell and Zach Levy chat with Travis Johnson who opens up about the ups and downs of his life. He shares how self-leadership allowed him to courageously face even the hardest obstacles in his journey, empowered by his curiosity, imagination, and creativity. Travis also talks about the impact of his military service on his growth and how he contributes to building...2023-05-091h 10Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueTips From Tia: Leadership Comes With Responsibility With Tia CristyA leader’s goal is to guide and help people. As John C. Maxwell famously said, “A leader knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” That is why Andy McDowell and Zach Levy bring us their guest today because her aspiration to help people helps generate value for this episode. Tia Cristy, the founder of Tips from Tia, provides her insights on the responsibility of a leader and how it is similar to producing a radio show. Her voice is her responsibility to empower others, unlike those who sit on their platform only to spread negative things t...2023-05-0259 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueChanging Your Reality Through Personal Development With The Amazing Rick LoekNo matter what your shortcomings are, your life is what you make it. By going down the path of personal development and transformation, you can turn even your lowest points into incredible strengths. Joining Andy McDowell is the original recovering software engineer, The Amazing Rick Loek. He talks about his journey as a self-taught programmer who fully embraced his ADHD diagnosis. Rick explains how he used his uniqueness as a catalyst to bring happiness, hope, and confidence to other people. He also opens up about approaching money in the most positive way and addressing life as it overlaps with...2023-04-251h 07Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Business Of Buying And Selling: Navigating The World Of Small Business Transactions With David BarnettBuying a company isn't just about the numbers on the balance sheet; it's about uncovering the hidden gems and potential pitfalls that can make or break a deal. In this episode, three-time best-selling author and entrepreneur David Barnett talks about buying, merging, and acquiring companies. David shares his expertise on the intricate process of acquiring a business, including the tea leaves and surprises that could come along the way. He shares what the ultimate expression of a well-planned business is. Drawing from his personal experience on both sides of the acquisition process, he provides helpful tips for those considering th...2023-04-1857 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueInformation Is Power: The Value Of Information To Sales Success With Marie Svet“The most successful salespeople tended to be introverts.” - Marie Svet. You would think that extroverts, those who are outgoing, are successful salespeople. Sorry to disappoint you, but you’re wrong. In this episode, Marie Svet, a Revenue Consultant, dives into harnessing the value of information to position your business for success. It will position you at an advantage if you listen to clients because that’s how you gain information. Andy McDowell also highlights how the power of information influences those around you. Meanwhile, Marie shares her side hustle. Tune in to this episode and learn...2023-04-1159 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueA Cannabis Entrepreneur's Story: Why Your Company Is More Than Your Product Or Service With Erin BabcockIf you're struggling to find meaning in your life, you're not alone. The journey to live out your why can take many paths, most of which can be the least we expect but, in the end, makes the most sense. In this episode, Erin Babcock shares how she lived out her why – by helping people through her Cannabis business. She and her business partner opened the doors of Primo Gardens Inc, a CBD retail and manufacturing lab that helps other people or businesses start their own unique CBD line and provides health and wellness products to regain balance. She sh...2023-04-0455 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueMake Your Numbers Work For You With Lauren ColsonTo create a sound financial strategy, you need to get clear on your goals first. Are you trying to scale up and sell the business? Are you creating a lifestyle business? Do you only want to work twenty hours a week, make $10,000 a month, and spend time with your family? It’s important to get the answers to these questions as these will determine your financial projections and plans. This is what Lauren Colson helps her clients with. She is passionate about helping entrepreneurs make the best and most informed decisions through financial information. In this conversation, she talks ab...2023-03-2856 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueUnderstanding The Self: Navigating Multidimensional Relationships With Anu AbrahamWe are not singular beings but rather multidimensional, interconnected, and interwoven, and our relationships with others have a profound impact on our well-being. In this episode, Anu Abraham explores the interconnectedness of our multidimensional selves. Anu shares her insights on how our spirit, light, job, and physical body are all connected and interwoven, and how our well-being and relationships with others are affected by this. She also touches on the subject of pain and how it is a signal from our inner being that something is wrong. She teaches us how to listen more intently to the messages our...2023-03-2157 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueDiversity And Inclusion: Avoiding The Fatal Flaw Of Group Decision-Making With Brianna JacksonGroupthink is a psychological phenomenon where people desire harmony and conformity instead of targeting rational decision-making outcomes. It is a flawed system of thought which most likely leads to major errors, but it can be avoided by increasing your diversity and inclusion levels. Brianna Jackson, the Founder of SONAS, joins Andy McDowell to share how to avoid groupthink by pushing the DEI conversation forward. She explains the risk of being outmaneuvered by your business adversaries if you only implement a single plan. Tune in and learn how to escape groupthink and promote diversity and inclusivity within your team....2023-03-1453 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueFinding The Unique Path To A Truly Fulfilled Life With Galina LipinaThere is nothing wrong with desiring more to life than what you currently have. Although finding the unique path to a fully realized life is an arduous task, all you need to do is make the journey enjoyable for you. Zach Levy and Andy McDowell chat with certified life coach and international speaker Galina Lipina about discovering the right path that will allow you to create the life you truly want to live. She explains how to unleash your creativity and passions by undergoing a personal transformation through neuro-change solutions. Galina talks about breaking the limits of your possibilities...2023-03-0750 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueGetting Tax Planning Right For Your Business With Michael MarkiewiczTax planning is a key aspect in keeping your business alive. It affects not only your finances but a lot of other areas of your team as well. Certified Public Accountant Michael Markiewicz joins Andy McDowell and Zach Levy to demystify tax planning and the value of getting an expert to help you through it. He explains why it must never be considered an afterthought as it directly impacts workplace culture and strategic planning. Michael also shares how a CPA like him got involved in the film industry, how media consumption evolves alongside digital channels, and his insights about...2023-02-281h 04Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueMindset Change: What Military Experience Brings To Business Leadership With Lt. Col Otis McgregorDo you want to learn more about what it means to be a leader? Are you wondering how you might use your own experiences in the business world as an advantage? Then this episode is for you. Today, Otis McGregor, CEO of Tribe and Purpose and Retired Lieutenant Colonel, shares the lessons he learned from his military experience that have helped him make his company successful. He tells us about how he was able to use these lessons to grow his business and develop his leadership skills, and how he uses those same principles in his personal life as...2023-02-2156 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueConnecting With Your Audience Through Grant Writing With Teresa HuffA nonprofit organization’s two biggest missions are to steadily increase funding and continuously maximize impact. Teresa Huff, Host of the Grant Writing Simplified Podcast, is here to share her expertise in growing nonprofits. She reveals the best strategies on how such organizations can effectively develop thousands or even millions in sustainable funding. Teresa shares her journey helping nonprofits around the world to succeed in their chosen mission and influence more people to join the cause. She also shares how nonprofit leaders can take their skills to the next level and how important it is to develop a sound and s...2023-02-1451 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueMindset Is The Filter You Use To See And Understand The World with Mario LanzarottiMindset is everything. It is the core of failing or succeeding at your goals. In this episode, Mario Lanzarotti, a TEDx Speaker, discusses mindset as the filter you use to see and understand the world. He also explains that our body is our unconscious mind, while our mindset encompasses our thoughts and emotions. Mario has packed so many insights for us today! Gain mental clarity and focus so you can generate value today!2023-02-0757 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueYour Soul Is More Important Than Your Ego with Anna ChoiMany people live their lives by the rules of society, but this is not what will make you happy. Your soul is waiting for you to find it, and when you do, it will lead you on a fulfilling journey. It's up to you to make that journey happen. In this episode, Anna Sun Choi, Energy Coach, TEDx Speaker, and Forbes Author, shares how our lives should be guided by our soul rather than society or even our own ego! Anna shares her journey of personal enlightenment and growth, and how she earned being holistically happy and stable in l...2023-01-3158 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueFinancial and Profit Business Strategy with Simone BachaudMany people mistake having a coach as a weakness. Businesses often think that once a coach is involved, that means you are in a ditch. But that is so far from the truth. In fact, all great performers have a coach. This is what this episode’s guest, Simone Bachaud, believes. And in this conversation, she joins Andy McDowell to talk about the importance of having a coach, partner, or trusted advisor to your business. Simone is the Owner of Clear Accounting, Inc., which helps entrepreneurs and small business owners leverage the power of financial information and grow their pr...2023-01-2449 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueAlignment Of Personal Why With An Unknown Industry with Maria MesaEveryone has a why or a purpose in life. You can work for a big corporation for the rest of your life and earn a living, but you won't get to see the results of your work. Today's guest is Maria Mesa, and she didn't want to live a life like that. She quit her corporate job to find her true purpose. Now, she is making an impact in a very niche corner of the healthcare industry. She is the Partner and Chief Growth Officer of Alternova, a software development company focused on digital health. Join Andy McDowell as...2023-01-1752 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueChoosing How You Show Up In The World By Embracing Your Energies With Alex TerranovaPeople need to accept and embrace that they have both masculine and feminine energies. If you're an artist, your feminine energy is creativity, trust, and faith. But you also have to balance that with the masculine energy which is the discipline to do your craft. These energies need to be in harmony together because they fuel each other. If you categorize how men or women are supposed to be in a box, you will have a very limiting life. Join Andy McDowell and Zach Levy as they talk to The Anti-Excuses Coach and host of the DreamMason Podcast, Alex...2023-01-1054 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueInformation Informs Culture: Taking A Quantum Leap In Digital Health With Ewane MasangoPeople around the world are suffering the consequences of not being able to react quickly enough, especially in the health world. We need to be proactive and have access to real-time information in order for our cultures to change. In this episode, Lifestyle Guru Ewane Masango shares how accessible real-time information allows us to have a proactive culture instead of a reactive culture and what benefits businesses, especially the health system, can reap because of it! He dives deep into digital health, using technologies that help us optimize ourselves and for healthcare systems to perform better and take that...2023-01-031h 02Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Power Of Forgiveness: Removing The Bondages Of The Past With Rob ScottWhat keeps a person from becoming happy or successful in life? Our past can prevent us from succeeding in our lives and becoming truly happy. Today, Rob Scott shares his insights on using the power of forgiveness as a tool to do subconscious surgery. He highlights that one must forgive to succeed to remove the blocks to success and happiness. Sharing his wisdom and experience, Rob reminds us to express how much value we should put on others and on ourselves to build the forgiveness muscle in our lives as we go down the path of life. Tune in to...2022-12-2751 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValuePivot With Purpose: Creating Intentional Connection With Jim Lomot“Leadership is not about titles, positions, or work hours. It’s about relationships.” -Jim Kouzes.Generate Your Value Podcast is excited to welcome the Founder of TheHerosMovement.com. Jim Lomot highlights the importance of creating intentional relationships for leaders to connect with others. He also discusses how important it is to pivot with purpose. Jim shares his insights to uncover the most critical asset of any successful company and how we can save our business with it. Take the hero’s journey on this inspirational episode to better position yourself with a sense of purpose.2022-12-2046 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Most Powerful Tips To Outsource Your Weaknesses With Lisa BowersWhen you start a business, your goal is to be the owner and let the business run for you. Don't be afraid to outsource your weaknesses. Not everyone can wear multiple hats and do everything. Stop working overtime doing administrative tasks and start enjoying the fruits of your labor. Join Andy McDowell and Zach Levy as they talk to Lisa Bowers about the power of outsourcing. Tune in to find out how they do the tasks you don't want to do and gain extra time to do other important things that require your attention as a b...2022-12-1343 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueSucceeding From A Place Of Alignment With Halle EavelynIt’s often fair to assume that most people dream of having financial or business success. But then, should the goal be merely profits and expansion? What is the real purpose of it all? What really is “success?” In this episode, Halle Eavelyn explains why aligning your business with your vision and purpose is crucial and how having an abundance mindset becomes key to everything! Halle is a transformational wealth coach, speaker, and writer featured in Time Magazine, USA Today, and Good Morning America. Tune in to get a bunch of gold nuggets about the foundation of business success and how...2022-12-0655 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Best Process In Hiring The Cream Of The Crop With Danielle MulveyBusiness owners often encounter a lot of bad hires, not necessarily because they have a bad leadership style. Most of the time, the cream of the crop eludes them due to their poor recruitment strategies. Danielle Mulvey addresses this business-killing problem by crafting an objective process that evaluates talent, not just new hires but existing employees as well. In this conversation with Andy McDowell, Danielle presents her Five-Star Rating System that can help businesses filter bad hires from desirable talents. She also explains the art of creating job description titles to attract applicants who will suit best to your...2022-11-2957 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Emotion Of Communication: A Path To Engagement With Talia Jacqueline7% of what's absorbed in communication are words; 93% is emotion. As a leader, when you state your mission vision or ask somebody to do something, your employees can tell if you’re faking it based on your tone and body language. If you’re struggling to get any engagement going on, it’s probably because you don’t understand the psychology of communication. People act on emotions. You must feel, connect, and identify what you are saying. Join Andy McDowell as he talks to the CEO of Visceral, Talia Jacqueline, about the role emotion plays in communica...2022-11-2249 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueSocial Media: The New Advertising In Today’s Business Environment With King Ashley AnnThe foundation and fundamentals of doing business will always be the same. It's only the channels and tools that change. With the internet and social media, online advertising is the best way to build your business. These days, you have the ability to reach people from all over the world. You just need the right strategic marketing plan to do this. You need to know your audience, your social media platform, and your product. Join Andy McDowell as he talks to talented biz builder, public speaker, and social media strategist King Ashley Ann. Learn how to...2022-11-1549 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueWhy Mentorship Should Be The First Step In Your Business Strategy With Mark HayesGetting into real estate can be a bit tricky since there are so many places you can start investing into. One great business strategy for those who want to put money into this industry is to look for a reliable and trustworthy mentor. This is what Mark Hayes did when he first invested in real estate, and now he returns the favor by mentoring other investors in jumpstarting their own careers. He joins Andy McDowell to share how an engineer like him found success in fix and flips and eventually passive investing. Mark breaks down tips on mitigating risks...2022-11-0842 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueWhy You Should Never Ignore Business Visibility With Ira BowmanSmall businesses can create enticing websites and offer incredible products all they want, but if no one can find them, it is useless. Business visibility is everything in today's digital world, and success will come to you if you know how to play your online cards right. Andy McDowell and Zach Levy sit down with Ira Bowman to discuss how to expand your audience reach through well-designed online marketing strategies. He talks about the best social media platforms to market your content, how to outperform your competitors' posts, and the best ways to increase website traffic. Ira also explains...2022-11-0157 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueLeadership, Culture, And Storytelling In The Entertainment Industry With Mark M. SmeltzerWe are in an age of rapid content creation. Unfortunately, the speed with which things are produced, it has become more about quantity than quality. The true good stories get lost. Mark M. Smeltzer has observed this, calling for more quality content that brings value. He is a writer, actor, producer, and director strictly focused on producing his own content, working with fellow entertainment professionals, and helping others achieve their dreams. In this episode, he joins Andy McDowell and Zach Levy to take us behind the scenes of Hollywood and share how leadership and culture show up in the...2022-10-2556 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueBuilding An American-Made Business With Purpose With Dean WegnerIn the apparel industry, it’s important to embrace who you are. This is the purpose and passion of Dean Wegner. Instead of creating clothing lines for cheap overseas, he’s doing it right here in the US. Dean transitioned out of the military to become an entrepreneur. He explored many fields until he found what he truly loved, and that was in selling American-made products. This is why he opened Authentically American, an American-made apparel brand. Join Andy McDowell as he talks to Dean Wegner about his journey out of the military and into entrepreneurship. Discover why he is so...2022-10-1148 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe New Kind Of Marketplace For Partnerships In The Energy Industry With Matt Russell Of ProCentsThere is so much noise out there that it can be challenging to find the right one for you. In business, your success could very much depend on the people you surround yourself with. And in this episode, our guest has created a new kind of marketplace that removes the noise of finding buyers and sellers within the energy space. Andy McDowell is joined by Matt Russell, the CEO ofProCents, where they help vet buyers and sellers, bring those partners together, help them increase their revenue stream, and build a true partnership. Matt shares with us how they started...2022-09-2744 minStrategic Advisor BoardStrategic Advisor BoardEpisode 218 "War Room Round Table": Andrew David McDowell Asks if You are Extracting or Generating ValueIn this episode, Phillip Lanos and Jason Miller are joined by Andrew David McDowell, Founder, and CEO of Generate Your Value, LLC. Andrew David McDowell shares his story and talks about the importance of being a value generator vs. a value extractor. You will also uncover how to overcome a business struggle that may help save your business.Tune in to learn more!Connect:Strategic Advisor Board: www.linkedin.com/company/strategic-advisor-boardJason Miller: www.linkedin.com/in/jasontmiller-sabPhillip Lanos: www.linkedin.com/in...2022-09-0544 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Art Of Storytelling In Business And Life With Mark CarpenterZach and Andy welcome Mark Carpenter to the podcast. Mark is a serial storyteller. Telling stories since childhood, Mark leveraged his ability into a career in marketing communications and public relations and later as a college professor and corporate facilitator. His storytelling became even more purposeful and effective after researching and writing the best-selling book “Master Storytelling: How to Turn Your Experiences Into Stories that Teach, Lead, and Inspire.” Now, as a facilitator, consultant, and speaker, he teaches others what he learned in the process. We discuss the importance of storytelling in business and life, the l...2022-07-2051 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueA Discussion On Business Sales With Annie P. RugglesAnnie P. Ruggles got her start in that crucible of all successful salespeople; musical theater. After moving up - being pushed up, more accurately - through the ranks at the theater house, she found herself in the role of marketing manager without any training or experience and discovered a knack for promotion. After leaving to enter the psychology coaching space, she soon found herself surrounded by people who didn’t want to be coached on happiness, but rather on how to make their own coaching profitable. In the end, their primary stumbling block was the same stumbling block that ex...2022-06-2859 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Power Of The Personal Brand - An Interview With Chellie PhillipsZach and Andy have a discussion about personal branding with Chellie Phillips, who is a sweet-tea-sipping, sassy Southerner with a passion for helping dynamic, driven, career-minded professionals write their own success stories. She’s a coach, corporate trainer, and motivational speaker, as well as the author of two award-winning books: When In Doubt, Delete It and Get Noticed, Get Hired.Chellie’s “Successfully Ever After” formula is designed to land you in an ideal career, perfectly matched to your skillset, that feels more like “get to” than “got to.” For over 20 years, she has used her first-rate...2022-05-3147 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Overuse Of Why With Jennifer Tsang - Host Of The In The Lead PodcastAndy welcomes Jennifer Tsang to the podcast to talk about overthinking and dwelling on WHY too much in business and leadership. Jennifer has more than 20 years of experience working with Cisco Systems’ Learning and Development organization, leading large-scale internal learning programs. Jennifer is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and uses her skills to help people build mental fitness and find greater success by developing mindfulness and discovering their leadership strengths. She hosts the In the Lead Show, a weekly podcast designed to help you stretch your thinking and to close the gap between doing and being.2022-05-241h 00Generate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueInterview with Grammy Nominated John Burke - A Musical EntrepreneurZach and Andy have a conversation about entrepreneurship with John Burke, a Grammy-nominated composer and pianist from Atlanta, GA, with a prolific career. John has released multiple acclaimed instrumental albums; scored for film, theatre, and video games; written a musical; and performed at countless events and concerts. In 2016, John's self-released piano album, Orogen, was nominated for Best New Age Album at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards. John serves as the music director for Christ the King Lutheran Church in Peachtree Corners, GA, and plays gigs all over the state. You can find John Burke in the following pla...2022-05-1746 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueFinancing A New Business - An Interview with MBFS's Mark RitterIn this episode, we talk with Mark Ritter who is the CEO of MBFS and Nu Direction Lending about the issues surrounding the financing of a business. He is an expert in all things credit union and small business lending. Both organized are owned by credit unions and designed to help credit unions fund more loans to real estate investors and small business owners in their communities.In 2002, Mark started Members 1st Federal Credit Union’s business lending program as “one person and a desk” with no policies, products, staff, systems, or business members. That program grew to be...2022-05-1047 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Difference Between Why And Purpose - A DiscussionOften times in business, the words Why and Purpose are often used interchangeably. Zach and Andy have a discussion about a topic that is gaining in popularity....the purpose driven company. There is a lot of overlap between the two words but they are not one in the same. Purpose is both a noun and a verb. The overlap is with the noun part of the word purpose. Tune in to this episode to explore the two versions of word Purpose. Hit that subscribe button to not miss an episode!2022-05-0339 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Secret Sauce of Being A Human Being - An Interview with Daniela SulekIn this episode of the Generate Your Value podcast, we talk with Daniela Sulek, a life coach from Toronto, Canada. Daniela helps her clients see through the illusion of rigid physical reality and ridicule of human conditioning. Her thirst for truth naturally brought her on a journey of experiencing the self beyond the mind, body and physical reality. Daniela brings a leading-edge concept of applied neurophysiology, energy medicine, quantum physics, metaphysics and higher logic into her coaching creating massive physical, mental and emotional shifts for her clients.Daniela's links:danielasulek.comdaniela@danielasulek...2022-04-2652 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueStill Loading With Rod Hardy - Entrepreneur Turned Hip Hop ArtistZach and Andy welcome Rod Hardy, an entrepreneur who made the decision to chase his dream of music after a his brother came out of a three week coma from COVID to the podcast. Zach and Andy discuss Rod's upbringing, his path to entrepreneurship, his decision to chase his dream in music, the importance of a person's Why, personal brand and leadership to success and the next big thing for Rod coming up this summer. We invite you to listen in on Rod's important life story and how he has found success for himself on many fronts. Music is...2022-04-1955 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueSix Common Challenges for LeadersZach and Andy discuss the six most common challenges which leaders of organizations face. They are Inspiring Others, Developing Others, Leading Change, Handling Conflict, Dealing with Imposter Syndrome and Managing a Team. If you feel this episode would be useful for someone else, please share. Hit that subscribe button to not miss an episode!2022-04-0543 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueEmotional Energy - The Fuel for Business and Life MomentumThere is a lot of discussion these days is about energy. Unfortunately, the dialog is centered around oil, natural gas, solar and wind energy not emotional energy. One of the most important skills that successful people develop is the management of their energy. Zach and Andy discuss this important "life hack" as well as the role of pride in team or business energy. Not boastful or ego pride but pride in the quality of a team's or business' work or outcomes. They also discuss the importance of this pride in an organizations efforts with change management. We hope you...2022-03-2932 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueSix Qualities of Leadership Found in Effective and Great LeadersZach and Andy each bring three qualities they believe are found in effective and great leaders in this episode. Humility, Integrity, Charisma, Good Communicator, Other Focused and Self Leadership are the qualities brought forward and discussed. Work to grow these "qualities" muscles within a leader, both in business and in life, will lead to quality leadership in this world. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode and share with those you feel it would add value to their lives!2022-03-1541 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueInvesting in OneselfWe all know about the meaning of investment when it comes to money, however, we don't necessarily do a good job at looking at how we invest in ourselves. Zach and Andy take a look at the different meanings of the word invest and how they apply to our lives in this episode. Please hit that subscribe button so you don't miss the opportunity for our podcast to generate value in your life.Beth Hadler (Gary Vee's life coach) interview can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfx7YCg77pEBrene Brown's...2022-03-0842 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueFailure Doesn't Occur Until You QuitZach and Andy discuss the process of picking yourself up and starting over after your initial effort to start and grow a business doesn't succeed. It isn't a failure until you walk away from entreprenuership for good as not being successful in your first effort is a learning opportunity not a failure. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!!2022-03-0130 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Importance of Values in BusinessZach and Andy explore the importance of values in this episode to include the notion that values permeate in everything a company does. Values should be more than just spoken about, they should be lived and shown every day! Did this episode bring value to you and your business? If so, please hit that subscribe button so you don't miss an episode!2022-02-2244 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueA Discussion of Ryan Holiday's Book "Ego is the Enemy"Zach and Andy explore Ryan Holiday's thoughts relative to a human's ego as discussed in the Introduction section of his book "Ego is the Enemy." How does the ego relate to life and to leadership style and success. Hit that subscribe button to not miss an episode!2022-02-1537 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueDo You Have Any Leadership Blindspots?Zach and Andy discuss the concept of blindspots when it comes to a leader or to a human being's life. They discuss the top ten common blindspots that leaders have and a five step process to help you eliminate blindspots in your life or leadership. Hit that follow button to not miss an episode of The Generate Your Value podcast!2022-02-0854 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueWhere To Find Small Business FinancingZach and Andy explore the various forms of financing available to small business owners outside of venture capital. Hit that subscribe button to not miss an episode of our Podcast!2022-02-0130 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Annual Strategic Planning ProcessZach and Andy give the listener some key points to utilize in the process of doing an annual strategic planning process for your business. The process should be separate from all other activities and given a priority within the company's day to day operations. Hit that subscribe button to not miss an episode!2022-01-2531 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Role of InfluenceZach and Andy discuss the role of influence in business and why it is a key cornerstone of leadership that leads to stronger results for business leaders. Hit that subscribe button to not miss an episode of the Generate Your Value podcast!2022-01-1829 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueBusiness Trends in 2022Zach and Andy review an article from Korn Ferry on the anticipated trends in business for the year 2022. Subscribe to our podcast to not miss an informative episode and share with others who might gain some value from the conversation!2022-01-1137 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Art of StoryTelling in LeadershipZach and Andy explore the reasons why story telling connects the listener and the storyteller, creates engagement amongst teams and its members and how a leader should prepare the story they wish to use in an engagement with an audience no matter its size. Subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss an episode!2022-01-0438 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Benefits of Using a Business Coach - An Interview With Dr. Mike WeinerZach and Andy discuss with Dr. Mike Weiner, Owner of Optimal Spine and Body in Alpharetta, Georgia, the benefits he has seen with working with Andy as a Business Coach, Topics discussed include Sales Funnels, Lead Generation, Business Plans and the true value a business owner can deliver to a customer. Subscribe to not miss an episode!2021-12-1451 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueTraits of a Successful Entrepreneur - An Interview with Allan DraperAllan Draper is a serial entrepreneur, investor, business growth expert, attorney and host of the successful podcast, "The Business Growth Pod." He specializes in scaling businesses and helping entrepreneurs transform an idea into a thriving business. Through a dedicated approach to business analysis, Draper has contributed to the growth and development of startups in a variety of industries transforming them into multimillion dollar enterprises. Andy and Allan discuss what qualities and traits an up and coming entrepreneur needs to have to be successful in the long run. As both Andy and Allan are fans of Simon Sinek's work...2021-12-0745 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueThe Push and Pull of Life and BusinessAndy and Zach take us through a visualization on how fear and love play a role in pulling or pushing people, events, etc. in our life and into our business. We even have a mention of a super hero in the mix! Our younger years as young adults play a pivotal role in how our light either shines of doesn't shine in this world. Hit the subscribe button to ensure you don't miss an episode!2021-11-3039 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueBranding for Small Businesses - Laura and David Wells from DL CreativeOur guests on this episode are Laura and David Wells, Owners of DL Creative, a design firm in the Atlanta, Georgia area that helps small businesses develop an appropriate brand for their company as well as partnering with marketing companies to assist in development of marketing campaigns for small businesses as well. We discuss how Laura and David got into this business, challenges they faced in starting their business, what is a brand, how storytelling plays into a brand, how a personal brand influences a company brand, their competition landscape for their business, life cycles in branding and how...2021-01-0648 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValueFather and Son Share A Corporate to Entrepreneur JourneyAndy interviews Scott Specker, a Five Star Painting Franchisee in the Atlanta area, about his corporate to entrepreneur journey. Joining Andy and Scott is Scott's Father, David Specker, who also had a corporate to entrepreneur transition which Scott got to witness first hand and was a role model for Scott's own transition to entrepreneur. We discuss the ups and downs of the corporate and entrepreneur world, what caused both David and Scott to make the jump to entrepreneurship and lessons learned from the journey. If you enjoy this episode, please hit the subscribe button so you don't miss our...2020-10-2755 minGenerate Your ValueGenerate Your ValuePodcast OverviewA quick tour of the podcast by co-hosts Andy McDowell and Zach Levy to inform on our intentions to generate value in people's lives.2020-08-1901 min