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The Positively Altered PodcastEpisode 16: Embracing Self-Worth: A Conversation with Eric Brooker on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Building ConnectionEpisode 16: Embracing Self-Worth: A Conversation with Eric Brooker on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Building Connection
In this episode of the Positively Altered Podcast, Dr. Cindy Howard speaks with Eric Brooker, author of You Are Enough. Eric shares his deeply personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, exploring how past experiences, like his sister-in-law’s passing and his own childhood, shaped his understanding of self-worth. They discuss the importance of self-reflection, relationship vulnerability, and the transformative power of acknowledging our imperfections. Eric also delves into the concept of “relationship capital” and the impact of genuinely connect...2025-01-2450 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Power of Choice with Sylvie di Giusto What is up? Hey everyone, Eric Brooker here. I am your host and welcome to Counsel Culture. By now, you know what we are all about. For those of you that are new, this is THE culture and leadership podcast. Today, I am thrilled to welcome Sylvie Di Giusto to the show. Sylvie is an international keynote speaker, 13-time award winner, and author who has captivated audiences worldwide with her groundbreaking insights on leadership, emotional intelligence, and personal branding. Drawing on two decades of corporate experience in Europe and the U.S., Sylvie has mastered the...2025-01-0644 min
What About This Idea?Eric Brooker: The Channel Advisors | Counsel Culture part 2/2Join us for an insightful second episode with Eric Brooker! Eric dives into the entrepreneurial journey, sharing the highs and lows of adapting his business in response to client needs. We discuss the importance of embracing the unexpected, building solid partnerships, and staying true to core values amid shifting demands.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericbrooker/Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-channel-advisors/Podcast: https://www.linkedin.com/company/counselculturewithericbrooker/Website: https://www.whataboutthisidea.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatAboutThisIdeaSpotify: https...2024-11-1552 min
The Dov Baron ShowPart 2 of 2: "Beyond Leadership: The Power of Relationship Capital" Eric Brooker"Beyond Leadership: The Power of Relationship Capital" Eric Brooker. . Link to part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-dov-baron-show-pka-leadership-and-loyalty/id272512829?i=1000675505482 . Building Relationship Capital and Overcoming Self-Doubt. In part two of our delicious conversation with author Eric Brooker, business leader, author, and host of the podcast Council Culture, we dive deeper into the power of relationship capital and its vital role for leaders. . The conversation explores the deeper themes presented in Eric Brooker's latest book, You Are Enough. It gives profound insights into topics like im...2024-11-0631 min
What Are You Made Of?Unlocking Grit and Growth: Eric Brooker on Leadership, Adversity, and Owning Your JourneyMike "C-Roc" welcomes Eric Brooker, a celebrated keynote speaker, bestselling author, and host of the Counsel Culture podcast, for an inspiring deep dive into resilience, authenticity, and success. With over 25 years in corporate America and a reputation for helping leaders leverage relationship capital, Eric brings invaluable insights from working with iconic brands like Chipotle, Reebok, and Disney, as well as top athletes and bestselling authors.
C-Roc and Eric explore what it means to overcome adversity, confront imposter syndrome, and discover the grit required to pursue a path to success.
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The Dov Baron ShowPart 1 of 2: "You Are Enough: Eric Brooker on Conquering Self-Doubt, Building Real Connections, and Leading with VulnerabilityIn these next two episodes of the Dov Baron Show, we focus on self-worth and overcoming self-doubt. . Our guest for these episodes is Eric Brooker, a business leader, author, and podcast host. Eric discusses his book, 'You Are Enough,' which explores overcoming lifelong doubts of worthlessness. . He shares personal childhood experiences, his journey of self-realization, and the importance of relationship capital in both personal and professional settings. Throughout the episode, Eric and Dov emphasize the significance of vulnerability, compassion, and authentic connections in building trust and fostering positive workplace cultures.2024-11-0331 min
Get Authentic with Marques OgdenHow To Build An Amazing Culture with Authentic Relationship Building, with Keynote Speaker and Published Author Eric Brooker!Eric Brooker, an accomplished keynote speaker and published author, shares his expertise in creating a thriving company culture through authentic relationship building. Drawing on his experience working with high-performing teams, Eric reveals the importance of fostering genuine connections and cultivating a positive environment. This episode covers the essential elements of leadership, teamwork, and cultural development, offering valuable insights for anyone looking to build a supportive and dynamic workplace culture.https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericbrooker?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appReady to elevate your mindset with a touch...2024-10-3129 min
Seek Go Create - The Leadership Journey for Christian Entrepreneurs and Faith-Driven LeadersThe Importance of Valuing People with Eric BrookerAre you ready to explore the profound impact of human connection and the power of believing in your own worth? In this episode of Seek Go Create, host Tim Winders sits down with Eric Brooker, a distinguished business leader and author of "You Are Enough." Together, they delve into Eric's unconventional journey to success, the hidden stories of his personal struggles, and the crucial trends in leadership that prioritize people over products. Tune in to uncover the secrets to building meaningful relationships, overcoming doubts, and embracing your true potential."Businesses thrive when they focus on their people, not...2024-06-241h 03
Paris Talks MarketingCreating Powerful Digital Content with Eric Brooker
In this episode Paris sits down with Eric Brooker, a revered business leader, author, and podcast host. Eric shares his journey of building a successful personal brand through consistent engagement on LinkedIn, leveraging the platform for immense business growth, and establishing a top 1% globally ranked podcast, 'Counsel Culture.' The two share insights on creating and repurposing content, getting notable guests, and maximizing LinkedIn's potential for personal and company branding. Eric also reveals strategies for overcoming initial discomfort in content creation.Eric Brooker has earned respect as a keynote speaker, author, and podcast host. His career is...2024-05-2339 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerWe Are All Going Through Something with Eric BrookerToday, it is just me. There was a message that needed to get out into the world and I used my forum to get that message out. As a reminder, everyone is going through something. You Are Enough! This show is dedicated to your journey, this conversation is what we make it. This is Counsel Culture. As promised, www.ericbrooker.com | www.linkedin.com/in/ericbrooker 480.296.9777 call, text, send dad jokes.2024-04-1727 min
Big Shots with Jeremy Baumann and FriendsAuthor, Speaker, Podcaster Eric BrookerThings you might (ok, actually WILL) hear on the podcast....“God is everywhere - you don’t have to pull him out of a pouch.”“Where there are 2 or more celebrities he (God) is there.”“I don’t talk to my dad. Cause he’s dead. Super dead.”She's alive!! Alyssa made it back from Serialkillerville, Iowa unscathed! Or at least an AI version of her did. We're not totally sure which. Our segment Pierce's pouch makes a comeback, albeit brief. And Jeremy talks about being a dad of a college kid, which doesn't...2024-02-271h 00
Let's Talk PodcastBeyond the Boardroom: Eric Brooker on Connections, Industry Evolution, and the Art of Balance🎙️ A Can't-Miss Episode on Let's Talk Podcast with Eric Brooker! 🚀In this week’s episode, I have the pleasure of hosting Eric Brooker, a towering figure whose influence in our industry stretches far beyond the typical professional accolades. Our conversation ventures into the depths of personal evolution, the seismic shifts within the tech and channel industry, and the incredible power of authentic connections.Eric walks us through his incredible journey, spanning over two decades in the tech space. From the early days of nurturing pivotal relationships to embarking on personal projects that chall...2024-02-2334 min
Speak With PeopleOvercoming Lifelong Doubts of Worthiness with Eric Brooker | Episode 071In the fifth installment of our insightful series, "Lead with People, Not at Them," we dive deep into a topic that lies at the heart of effective leadership: Worthiness.
In a world where self-doubt can cloud even the most seasoned leaders' judgment, it's crucial for them to recognize their intrinsic worth. Join us in this episode as we explore the critical role of worthiness in leadership.
Our host, Jason Raitz, is joined by Eric Brooker, as we shed light on different aspects of knowing we are enough. Eric shares this deeply personal and powerful story a...2023-11-2439 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerYou Are Enough: Overcoming Lifelong Doubts of Worthiness with Eric BrookerThe book launch is today! We did it and I can't thank you enough. Each and every one of you. Thank you for joining me on this journey and thank you for being by my side each step of the way. A special thanks to my longtime friend and the host of today's show, Ryan O'Hara. In the midst of personal heartache, including my sister-in-law's passing from alcohol addiction and my estrangement from my eldest daughter, I embarked on a healing journey. As I confronted deep-seated childhood wounds, I faced a relentless sense of inadequacy. However, in...2023-10-1057 min
UnblockedEp 81: You Are Enough with Eric BrookerThree words that pack a punch: You Are Enough. In today's episode I am joined by Eric Brooker who has penned a book with this very title. His debut book, You Are Enough: Overcoming Lifelong Doubts of Worthiness, empowers readers to overcome self-doubt and recognize their worth. AND, it comes out today! Tune in for a conversation where we wade through stories of shame and doubt and call out the building blocks that support us all in remembering that we are indeed enough.Eric is an author, keynote speaker, and business leader who wor...2023-09-1253 min
What GOOD Looks Like"You Are Enough" with Eric BrookerOn Season 2 Episode 5 of the What Good Looks Like Podcast, Davin Salvagno sits down with Eric Brooker, Host of the Council Culture Podcast, and Author of the upcoming book "You Are Enough."Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Eric Brooker is a thought leader with a tremendous track record of success and is a well respected expert specifically in the technology industry. Over the last 10+ years Eric has had the opportunity to travel throughout the country meeting with business leaders, thought-leaders, and subject matter experts, to understand the key foundation to effective sales leadership and what motivates engaged...2022-11-0437 min
The Bear Essentials PodcastYou Are Enough - The Eric Brooker InterviewImagine your child walks out of your life for reasons out of your control. Would you feel shame, maybe guilt or just be emotionally broken. Eric Brooker lived with that shame until he had a realization, “I AM ENOUGH”.
In this interview Eric opens up about the situation regarding his daughter that led him to author the book, “You Are Enough”. The book is focused on letting parents know that they are enough and gives them tools to cope with the many challenges created when a child walks out of their lives. We also discuss leadership, authenticity and Eric...2022-07-1337 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Truth About Things that Suck: and How to Make Them Suck Less with Mindy HendersonOur guest today is Mindy Henderson. Mindy is a Motivational Speaker, Writer, Coach, Podcaster and guest contributor of “Morning Motivational Tips” on CBS Austin’s “We Are Austin” lifestyle morning show. Living life from a wheelchair, the challenges she has overcome cultivated the very skills in her that she needed to achieve almost every goal she’s ever set for herself, to achieve great success and now make her uniquely qualified to motivate others to see their potential. This show is dedicated to Mindy's journey, this conversation is what we make it. This is Counsel Culture. Learn more at www...2022-07-0841 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Winning Mindset with Joe DelagraveOur guest today is former olympian and coach, Joe Delagrave He is passionate about servant leadership, connecting with others, and inspiring/motivating people to find their passion and purpose intersection in both career and life. As a keynote speaker he helps his audiences realize that we all have a choice in not being defined by our circumstances. Most of us fall into the trap of using our circumstances as an excuse for where we are instead of reaching for our full potential. Joe hasn’t let his paralysis since the age of 19 keep him from dre...2022-06-3050 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerTo Be Honest with Ron CarucciOur guest today is none other than Ron Carucci. Ron has a thirty-year track record helping executives tackle challenges of strategy, organization, and leadership — from start-ups to Fortune 10s, non-profits to heads-of-state, turn-arounds to new markets and strategies, overhauling leadership and culture to re-designing for growth. With experience in more than 25 countries on 4 continents, he helps organizations articulate strategies that lead to accelerated growth, and then designs programs to execute those strategies. The best-selling author of eight books, including the Amazon #1 Rising to Power and his recently released To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Jus...2022-06-1453 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerAn Adventure that Changed My Life Forever with former NFL athlete Joe HawleyMy guest today is former NFL athlete, Joe Hawley. Joe Hawley played for the Atlanta Falcons and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL. Believe it or not, we don’t spend much time talking about his NFL career today but rather we discuss an adventure that changed his life forever. Like most former pro athletes, Joe faced some deep existential questions following the decision to walk away from the game, most notably, “who is Joe without this thing he spent my entire life pursuing greatness at?” Answering this question became the focus of his life a...2022-06-0359 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerSuicide Intervention at the Golden Gate Bridge with Kevin Berthia & Kevin BriggsMy guests today are Kevin Briggs and Kevin Berthia. While you might not know the name, they have gone viral on social media countless times in the last 10 years or so. Kevin Berthia is a suicide survivor and prevention advocate. Kevin was born with a genetic major depression disorder. In 2005, at the age of 22, Kevin attempted to take his own life by jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge. It wasn’t until 8 years after his attempt that Kevin was reunited with the officer who talked him back to safety. Officer Kevin Briggs graduated fro...2022-05-2740 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerFight for Your Dream with Ruben GonzálezMy guest today is Olympian, Ruben González. Ruben took up the sport of luge when he was 21 years old after being inspired by watching figure skater Scott Hamilton win the gold medal at the 1984 Winter Olympics. González trained in Lake Placid, NY and in Europe and competed in the 1988 Calgary, 1992 Albertville, 2002 Salt Lake City and 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. Because of his inspirational story, Ruben González was selected to be a torchbearer at the Salt Lake City Olympics. González qualified for the 2010 Winter Olympics at the age of 47! He told...2022-05-2053 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerRun With Purpose with Joe ColavitoMy guest today is Joe Colovito. His book is; Purpose is More than a Side Hustle. After graduating from Penn State he chased after a higher paycheck and lower golf handicap for 16 years before he realized he was on the wrong road. He didn’t know who he was (identity) why he was there, and how he was uniquely designed to make life better for others (purpose). His identity crisis fueled a dysfunctional desire to measure his success solely based on his performance (increased income and decreased golf handicap) at the expense of creating meaningful rel...2022-05-1338 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerBe Where Your Feet Are with Scott O'NeilMy guest today is none other than Scott O’Neill. He has held roles previously as the CEO of the NHL’s New Jersey Devils, the CEO of the Philadelphia 76ers, the President of Madison Square Garden Sports, the SVP of Team Marketing and Business Operations for the NBA and author of the recently published, Be Where Your Feet Are. We have an incredible conversation of hope, faith and family today. Scott gets pretty vulnerable regarding some personal suffering and learning how to be present in the moment. Pick up a pen and paper, take some notes, this...2022-05-0759 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerCollabor(h)ate with Collaboration Maven, Dr. Deb MashekDr. Deb Mashek, PhD is an experienced business advisor, professor, higher education administrator, and national nonprofit executive. Previously Full Professor of Social Psychology at Harvey Mudd College. She is the author of Collabor(h)ate: How to build incredible collaborative relationships at work (even if you’d rather work alone). Named one of the Top 35 Women in Higher Education by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, she has been featured in media outlets including The New York Times, The Atlantic, Business Week, The Hechinger Report, and Fortune. She writes regularly for Psychology Today. Deb is the founder of Myco Consulting LL...2022-04-2957 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Power of Believing in Yourself with Olympian Sarah WellsMy guest today is none other than Sarah Wells. Sarah is an Olympic hurdler and Pan Am Silver Medalist and has learned how to overcome hurdles both literally and figuratively. During her pursuit of the London Olympics, she was sidelined for months just the year before due to injury, but was able to finish as an Olympic semi-finalist and one of the youngest competitors in the field. There is a whole other story about when she pursued her second Olympic games, but we will save that for our conversation today. Outside of competitive sports, she c...2022-04-2143 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Pandemics Impact on Charities with Kelly DolanKelly Dolan is our guest today and is the president and CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC). In this role, she leads the strategic vision for the organization’s long-term growth, impact and delivery of mission. Additionally, she provides strategic guidance for system-wide programs that support millions of children and their families each year in 62 countries and regions around the world. The mission of RMHC is to create, find, and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and their families. Learn more at www.ericbrooker.com or www.rmhc.org. 2022-04-1538 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerCapacity Creator with Melanie SodkaMelanie Sodka is a human behavior enthusiast helping overwhelmed people who are over-committed and distracted. She’s a podcaster and an international speaker who addresses Capacity Management. Through her structures and frameworks, she reveals how our addiction to distraction is literally breaking down our bodies. Her research and trademarked tools have helped tens of thousands in managing their personal capacity while staying out of burnout and doing more of what they love. For many years, Melanie has been engaging and shifting the perspectives of her audiences in the classroom, boardroom and conference rooms....2022-04-0843 min
The Professional NoticerThe Importance of Connection with Eric BrookerThis week, Andy hosts Eric Brooker, host of the Counsel Culture podcast, for a second time–this time in studio! Tune in to hear Eric share why he started the Counsel Culture Podcast, and how his passions influence his work. Listen as he and Andy discuss leadership, failure, dealing with uncertainty, and the importance of listening and connecting with others – even those with whom we disagree. Connect with Eric online: Website: https://www.ericbrooker.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/counselculture Twitter: https://twitter.com/newnormpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/counsel.culture/ LinkedIn: https://www...2022-04-0534 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerPower for All: How It Really Works and Why It's Everyone's Business with Julie BattilanaJulie Battilana is the coauthor of Power, for All: How it Works and Why it's Everyone's Business, Building on decades of teaching and research, Power, for All offers an analysis of power that transcends the individual, the organizational and the societal levels. Given how rich and complex the concept of power is, Battilana researched across disciplines including sociology, social and evolutionary psychology, management, political science, economics, law, history, and philosophy. By lifting the veil on power, revealing what it is, and how it works, Battilana aims to unleash the potential for all to build and use power to effect cha...2022-04-0139 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerHow to discuss Ukraine and Russia with our children.A conversation many of us are trying to avoid is the discussion with our kids about what is happening in Ukraine and Russia right now. Dr. MaryRuth Hackett joins Counsel Culture as a returning guest to give us meaningful advice on how to have this conversation with kids of any age. Dr. MayRuth Hackett earned a PhD in Educational Psychology with a concentration in Lifespan Development. She is the host of the popular Parenting Smarts Podcast where she offers parenting tips and insights based on theory, research, and her own practical experience as a wife...2022-03-2428 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerCore Leadership Principles with Nate RandleMy guest today is Nate Randle the CEO of Gabb Wireless. If you are unfamiliar, Gabb Wireless provides safe tech to kids. With a mission to protect children, Gabb® Wireless is the first cellular network designed especially for kids. Optimist. People-first leader. Team builder. Collaborator. Brand storyteller. Husband and father. Golfer. Fly fisherman. Music enthusiast. His career includes twenty-plus years in sports and tech marketing, brand building, and sales growth at leading brands like Nike, Callaway Golf, the Utah Jazz, and Qualtrics. This show is dedicated to his journey. T...2022-03-0932 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerLeading to Greatness with Jim ReidJim Reid knows what it takes to build a high-performing culture and successfully lead organizations through tremendous change and growth. An accomplished executive and trusted advisor to seven CEOs, Jim has navigated significant change and immense pressure to build winning teams that outperform competitors. He has coached, advised and developed thousands of aspiring leaders who have gone on to deliver extraordinary results and to make the world an even better place. Originally trained as a military pilot, Jim built his expertise working alongside some of the best thinkers on leadership including Jim Collins, Jeffrey Pfeffer, John Kotter...2022-03-0140 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerA Life-Altering Toxic Culture with Sasja ChomosSasja Chomos is the President of Dynamic Achievement, a consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations achieve excellence through mindset and culture transformation. With a passion for leadership and organizational development that results in high performing teams and amazing customer experiences, Sasja helps businesses accelerate their performance by engaging and inspiring their people. Her areas of expertise include leadership and team development, optimizing peak performance, creating agile and resilient organizational cultures, and customer service excellence. Today, we discuss the implications of a toxic culture including talking about her father who took his own life 18 years ago.2022-02-2232 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerRecalculating Your Career with Lindsey PollakLindsey Pollak is a New York Times bestselling author and one of the world’s leading career and workplace experts. She was named to the 2020 Thinkers50 Radar List, which honors the top global management thinkers whose work is shaping the future of how organizations are managed and led. Her latest book is a response to the Covid crisis: Recalculating: Navigate Your Career Through the Changing World of Work was published by HarperCollins in March of 2021. Her other books include The Remix: How to Lead and Succeed in the Multigenerational Workplace, Becoming the Boss: New Rules for th...2022-02-1839 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerA Terminal Cancer Diagnosis and a Positive Attitude with Kris SokolowskiKris Sokolowski is our guest today. This is one very difficult conversation about a stage 4 cancer diagnosis in June of 2021 and his journey since. A conversation about hope, attitude, and faith. A conversation about Kris taking a leadership role in his own life. Kris is a husband, father, and example to many of us and lives in Atlanta, Georgia. Kris just purchased his tickets to Pamplona Spain 2 days ago to Run with the Bulls. What is behind this trip and other trips he has taken all over the world? Let's find out on...2022-02-0830 minCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Power of Playing Offense with Paul EpsteinToday's guest is Paul Epstein. Paul is a globally renowned expert on how purpose impacts everything we do— and he’s got the wins to show for it. Paul has spent nearly 15 years as a pro sports executive for multiple NFL and NBA teams, global agencies, and the NFL league office. He’s transformed numerous NBA teams from the absolute bottom in league revenue to top-two in financial performance. He’s broken every premium revenue metric in Super Bowl history as the NFL’s sales leader. On top of all that, he’s also opened a billion-dollar stadium, helped save the New Orle...2022-02-0247 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerUndaunted - Overcoming Doubts & Doubters with Kara GoldinKara Goldin joins the show today! Kara is the Founder of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint® water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. She has been named one of InStyle’s Badass 50, Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs, Fortune's Most Innovative Women in Food & Drink and EY Entrepreneur of the Year for Northern California. The Huffington Post listed her as one of six disruptors in business, alongside Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg. Kara has successfully navigated the world of large companies and startups in many industries including media, tech and con...2022-01-2847 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerDiversity, Equity & Inclusion, Leadership and Race with Pierre CampbellKnown for his authentic style and passion as a Leadership & Personal Development Coach and Mentor, this Queens, New York native is an empowering speaker who infuses hope, positivity and action into each and every conversation. Pierre’s personal approach encourages people to achieve their desired results through the power of positive thinking Pierre develops leaders, managers and athletes by instilling a heightened sense of confidence and honing their ability to work effectively in teams through self-awareness, self-exploration, and acceptance. Today we run the gambit in this conversation from Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, the leadership crisis we...2022-01-2046 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerEthical Influence with Brian AhearnBrian Ahearn is a dynamic international keynote speaker, author, coach, and consultant. He specializes in applying the science of influence in everyday situations. Brian’s passion is to help you achieve greater professional success and enjoy more personal happiness. He does this by teaching you how to ethically move others to action using the science of influence. Always looking to perfect his presentation skills, Brian does improv comedy and occasional acting. This enables him to have fast-paced, lively and engaging presentations. This show is dedicated to his journey. This conversation is what we make it...2022-01-1435 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Reluctant Creative with Dr. Caroline BrookfieldToday my guest is Dr. Caroline Brookfield. Caroline is a Creativity Speaker, Veterinarian, and Author! Caroline believes that if everyone took small, unconventional actions to embrace their inherent creativity, we could change the world. Caroline dances on the line between art and science, thrilled to discover that we don’t have to choose. Veterinarian, researcher, and stand-up comedian, she delights in using humor and immersive experiences, backed up with research and data, to sway the most reluctant creative. She is always up for a challenge, like learning guitar, rock climbing, getting her kids to eat vegetables, surfing, med...2022-01-0938 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerLeadership & Sacrifice with Sunny LawrenceSunny Lawrence is my guest today. Sunny is a Utah native and is married to James Lawrence, AKA, the Iron Cowboy. Together, they have 5 children. Today we talk about the journey she has taken with James and the sacrifices she has made to support his journey. More specifically, the leadership it took to support James along the way in the 50/50/50 as well as the Conquer 100. Learn more at www.ericbrooker.com2022-01-0138 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerReframe Your Story with Tammy HeermannTammy Heermann is an award-winning leadership expert sought out by some of the world’s top companies for her programs that accelerate women’s advancement. For over twenty years, she has helped change thousands of mindsets around what it takes to lead, both self and others. Today, we talk about her journey as well as her book; Reframe Your Story: Real Talk for Women Who Want to Let Go, Do Less and Be More - Together Find more at www.ericbrooker.com & www.tammyheermann.com2021-12-2233 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerCourageous Cultures with Karin HurtOur guest today is Karin Hurt, co-author of Courageous Cultures. The book and her practice help human-centered leaders resolve workplace ambiguity and chaos, so you can drive innovation, productivity, and revenue without burning out employees. I know. You’ve brought in leadership consultants before. You and your managers learned some theory, but then everyone got sucked back into the whirlwind of day-to-day operations—and nothing changed. It was frustrating and damaging to morale. Let’s get it right this time. learn more at www.ericbrooker.com or www.letsgrowleaders.com 2021-12-1743 min
Lions Guide PodcastCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerJoin us in this episode of the Lions Guide podcast, where I interview Eric Brooker - 20 year-long technology executive turned podcaster! Eric’s podcast, Counsel Culture, focuses on culture and leadership, with guests like the founder of Reebok, the CEO of Chipotle, multiple NY Times Best Selling authors, and more. In this episode, Eric and I talk about his journey to becoming an avid reader (#onebookaweekclub), his success in 17+ years of marriage while raising 7 kids, and the growth of the Counsel Culture podcast. Connect with Eric: We...2021-12-081h 10
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerBe More Wrong with Colin HunterOur guest today comes to us from the UK. Colin Hunter is an Author, Mentor, Coach, and the Founder and CEO of PotentialSquared, an international business that specializes in Leadership Development, creating playgrounds of innovation and disrupting the way people are led. Find more at www.ericbrooker.com or www.https://www.potential2.com/ 2021-12-0734 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Great Resignation or The Great Opportunity with Tim DumasOn today's show, we discuss The Great Resignation and how to turn it into The Great Opportunity with Tim Dumas. We also discuss the 3; F's. Faith, Family, and Football His mantra: Love Unconditionally; by Serving Generously; while Dreaming Audaciously; to Grow Purposefully! Learn more at www.ericbrooker.com or www.servusleadership.com2021-11-3039 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerA Future So Bright with Kate O'NeillKate O’Neill is the leading experience strategy expert and thinker top organizations turn to for solving human problems at scale Kate is CEO of KO Insights, a strategic advisory firm committed to improving human experience at scale. The organizations she has helped have included the likes of IBM, the United Nations, Yale University, and the city of Amsterdam. They’re organizations with storied histories, big futures, and complex challenges — perhaps not unlike yours. Each of them is responsible for a whole lot of humans and a whole lot of human experiences, and they all rely on b...2021-11-1649 min
The Professional NoticerCounsel Culture with Eric BrookerThis week, Andy hosts Eric Brooker—Culture and Leadership Expert and Host of the Counsel Culture podcast. Tune in to hear Eric discuss… How he got so interested in culture and leadership How an experience at a well paying job with a bad culture shaped what he does today How leadership and culture manifest at home Why you have an obligation to let people know when you’re going to fail Who the greatest examples of leadership are in his life And so much more! Check out EricBrooker.com for more, and be sure to listen to...2021-11-1652 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerChasing Failure with Ryan LeakThe one common denominator of the world’s most successful people is that they have all failed. They all took risks and flopped. They’ve created businesses nobody cared about, made films nobody wanted to see, wrote words nobody wanted to read, and made music nobody wanted to listen to. And yet, each and every one of them became the successful people they are, not in spite of, but because of those misfires, flops, and failures. So, what makes the rest of us dare to think that we should run from the very things that made them who...2021-11-0949 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerLeadership & Culture with Andy AndrewsDave Ramsey calls my guest today, “our generations Mark Twain” Zig Ziglar says he, “is the best speaker I have ever seen.” Hailed by a New York Times reporter as “someone who has quietly become one of the most influential people in America,” My guest, Andy Andrews is the author of multiple New York Times bestsellers including The Traveler’s Gift and The Noticer. He is also an in-demand speaker, coach, and consultant for the world’s largest organizations. Andy has spoken at the request of four different United States presidents, worked extensively with the De...2021-11-021h 02
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerShoemaker - A Conversation with Joe Foster, The Founder of ReebokJoe Foster is the co-founder of Reebok. He shares the same birthday 18 May, with his grandfather, also Joseph William Foster. Joe's grandfather was the founder of J.W. Foster and Sons and the pioneer of the spiked running shoe, and also developed the sneaker. Joe joins the show today to discuss his journey as well as his book, Shoemaker. Joe shares some of the highlights of his career as well as some significant obstacles and shares how he overcame them. learn more at www.ericbrooker.com & https://www.reebokthefounder.com/ 2021-10-121h 06
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThink. Do. Say. with Ron TiteA best-selling author, speaker, producer, and entrepreneur, Ron Tite has always blurred the lines between art and commerce. He has been an award-winning advertising writer and creative director for some of the world’s most respected brands including; Evian, Fidelity, Hershey, Kraft, Intel, Microsoft, Volvo and so many others. Ron joins the show today to discuss topics from personal brand to the importance of integrity. You can learn more at www.rontite.com or www.ericbrooker.com 2021-10-0759 min
Nerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalTake Time to Be Present with Eric Brooker (2/2)
Welcome to episode 140 of the Nerd Journey Podcast [@NerdJourney]! We’re John White (@vJourneyman) and Nick Korte (@NetworkNerd_), two Pre-Sales Technical Engineers who are hoping to bring you the IT career advice that we wish we’d been given earlier in our careers. In today’s episode we share part 2 of our interview with Eric Brooker, covering topics such as disconnecting, being present, and Eric’s experiences in podcasting.
Original Recording Date: 7-20-2021
Eric Brooker is a veteran in tech sales (experience of over 20 years) and has progressed from individual contributor to sales leader. Check out part 1 o...2021-10-0546 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerLeadership and Life Lessons My Dog Bentley, Taught Me with Robb HillerBusiness leader, author and cancer survivor Robb Hiller joins Counsel Culture today to discuss The Power of 3, beating adversity, finding authentic purpose and living a better life. Robb shares his journey with us a businessman to his cancer diagnosis and some incredible leadership lessons his dog Bentley taught him. You are not going to want to miss this episode. Find more at www.robbhiller.com and www.ericbrooker.com 2021-09-2847 minNerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology ProfessionalHonest Conversations and Empathy with Eric Brooker (1/2)
Welcome to episode 139 of the Nerd Journey Podcast [@NerdJourney]! We’re John White (@vJourneyman) and Nick Korte (@NetworkNerd_), two Pre-Sales Technical Engineers who are hoping to bring you the IT career advice that we wish we’d been given earlier in our careers. In today’s episode we share part 1 of our interview with Eric Brooker, covering topics such as getting into sales, accepting others’ no, and progression into sales leadership.
Original Recording Date: 7-20-2021
Topics – Getting into Sales, When No Means No, Performance Issues and Doing the Right Things, Sales as an Element of Many Areas, Ind...2021-09-2845 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Division is Deafening. Love One Another. Lessons from 9/11.In this episode, Eric Brooker looks back on September 11th, 2001 from the lens of 2021. We are more united than we are divided. Let's use this, the 20th anniversary to reflect on how we can unite as a country the same way we did 20 years earlier. Find more at www.ericbrooker.com 2021-09-1112 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerFrom the Prison Yard to Harvard YardFrom illiteracy to gang activity, Andre’s childhood prepared him for nothing less than a life of crime and violence. This behavior eventually led Andre to be sentenced to over 100 years in prison. As a natural-born leader, he quickly rose to the top of the prison gang system where he managed gang activities from within the confines of a maximum security prison. During his two year stay in solitary confinement, Andre had an “epiphany” and he made the decision to turn his life around. This episode is dedicated to his journey and what we can learn...2021-09-071h 00
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerI Matter, You Matter, We Matter with Matt EmerzianOn today's show we have founder of non-profit Every Monday Matters, Matt Emerzian join the show. Every Monday Matters is committed to helping individuals and organizations understand how much and why they matter themselves, the community, and the world. They provide the platform and programs that inspire and mobilize people to create this positive change… one person, one Monday, one action at a time. Learn more at www.ericbrooker.com and www.everymondaymatters.com 2021-09-0145 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerFrom NASCAR to Hollywood with Jesse IwujiIn all things Jesse Iwuji does, there are two constant elements: his devotion to service and his inspirational nature to many. Jesse went from competing at the top level of Division-1A college football to rising the ranks of the military as a Lieutenant Commander, and is now the only current driver in all of NASCAR at the national levels that actively serves his country as a US Military member. It has been key for Iwuji, who is currently serving in our country’s reserve fighting force, to honor his country while pursuing excellence in the business wo...2021-08-2527 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerCourageous Conversations with Dr. Jermaine DavisDr. Jermaine, a motivational speaker and keynote speaker was raised by a single mother in the Henry Horner Housing Projects on the West Side of Chicago. Although he endured the tragic loss of six family members to violent deaths, including his youngest brother Greg, Dr. Jermaine was determined to change the direction of his life. Living in the midst of violence and frequent loss of life, Dr. Jermaine became passionate about bringing honor to his family’s name and dedicated his life to helping people break the negative cycles that keep them trapped in destructive lifestyles. Dr. Jerm...2021-08-0653 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerA Life Inspired with John O'LearyOnce expected to die, John now teaches others how to live. Decades after the fire, John now holds one of the greatest gifts of all: perspective. As an accomplished speaker, author and podcaster, John shares his perspective to awaken you to your life’s potential and energize you to live more thoughtfully, more boldly and more inspired. John’s debut book, ON FIRE, is a #1 national bestselling story of triumph in the midst of tragedy. John’s second #1 national bestselling book, IN AWE, is a powerful guide to reclaim your childlike curiosity and excitement as you pu...2021-07-2749 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerBe The Exception with Annie Meehan Meet Annie Meehan, keynote speaker, award winning author, and Exceptional Life expert. As a keynote speaker, Annie is committed to transforming achievement from good to great by teaching people to rewrite their excuses into successful accomplishments. Speaking internationally as an expert on living an Exceptional life, she will motivate, inspire, and teach you to remove the road blocks that stand in the way. Learn more at www.ericbrooker.com or www.anniemeehan.com. 2021-07-2143 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerImpact Leadership with Joe SchmitJoe Schmit is an author, award-winning broadcaster, community leader and popular keynote speaker. His book “Silent Impact” Influence Through Purpose, Persistence and Passion is now in its second edition. His new book is titled “The Impact Blueprint,” A Step by Step Journey to a Life of Significance. Joe was recently honored by the National Speakers Association (NSA) with the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP)designation. As a sports broadcaster he has covered every major sporting event in the past 4 decades and has interviewed many of the biggest names in sports. He joined KSTP-TV in 1985 and has won 18 Emmys from the Nationa...2021-07-1334 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Good Fight at Home with Liane DaveyThis is a continuation of last week's conversation with Liane Davey regarding her book; The Good Fight: Use Productive Conflict to Get Your Team and Organization Back on Track. This discussion reflects on the, "bonus chapter", conflict at home. More information at: www.ericbrooker.com www.lianedavey.com & The Family Meeting Reference: https://bit.ly/3jLjHMF2021-07-0653 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Good Fight with Liane DaveyLiane has never climbed Mount Everest (and probably never will). So far, she’s never been in space. She doesn’t even have an Olympic gold medal (although she did win the grade 9 Physical Education award). But the prize for solving the most difficult team challenges is named after her (no, not really, but someday it probably will be). For the past 25 years, Liane has researched and advised teams on how to achieve high performance. Known as the “teamwork doctor,” she’s worked with teams from the frontlines to the boardroom, across a variety of industries, and around the...2021-06-2947 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerImproving the Self-Esteem of the World with Dave MortensenSelf Esteem Brands has grown from a vision to one of the largest and most respected names in the fitness industry. Their most notable logo, ANYTIME FITNESS has nearly 5000 locations on 7 continents. How did they do it? How does a company set out to, "improve the self-esteem of the world" and are they succeeding? Today we are joined by my friend, Dave Mortensen. Dave is the President and Cofounder of Self Esteem Brands. Find out more at www.ericbrooker.com2021-06-1641 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerYou Haven't Taught Until They Have Learned with Swen NaterSwen Nater is a Dutch former professional basketball player. He played primarily in the ABA and NBA, and is the only player to have led both the NBA and ABA in rebounding. Nater was a two-time ABA All-Star and was the 1974 ABA Rookie of the Year. He played college basketball for the UCLA Bruins under coach John Wooden, winning two NCAA titles. Today, Swen joins The New Norm with Eric Brooker to talk about his career and his experiences being coached by one of the greatest coaches in sports history, John Wooden. Learn more at...2021-06-0843 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerLead. Care. Win. with Dan PontefractDan Pontefract is the founder and CEO of Pontefract Group, a firm that improves the state of leadership and organizational culture. ”Full potential is possible.” He is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Victoria, Gustavson School of Business. Dan is the best-selling author of four books: LEAD. CARE. WIN. How to Become a Leader Who Matters (2020), OPEN TO THINK: Slow Down, Think Creatively, and Make Better Decisions (2018), THE PURPOSE EFFECT: Building Meaning in Yourself, Your Role and Your Organization (2016) and FLAT ARMY: Creating a Connected and Engaged Organization (2013). learn more at w...2021-06-0351 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerYou Gotta Have Balls with Brandon SteinerBrandon Steiner joins the show today to talk about his incredible career in sports and memorabilia as well as the impact some of the most prominent name in sports have had on him over the years. Brandon Steiner is the Founder & President of The Steiner Agency and CollectibleXchange. The Steiner Agency is the nation's premiere independent athlete procurement source, and CollectibleXchange is an online platform for fans, collectors, store owners, celebrities, athletes and teams to buy and sell collectibles. Prior, Brandon created Steiner Sports Marketing and Memorabilia, one of the largest companies of its kind. In addition, Brandon is...2021-05-2450 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerBurning Shield - The Story of Jason SchechterleOn March 26, 2001 Officer Jason Schechterle was, with lights and sirens on, en route to a dead body call. While stopped at a red light waiting for traffic to pass so he could safely continue on, he was rear ended by a vehicle going 115mph. The story Jason will share today is about his journey to recovery and so much more. Jason shares his story about becoming a better person through this accident, the challenges and joys of marriage and his life today, more than 20 years later. Today, we hear Jason's story of taking a leadership role in h...2021-05-1146 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Customer Experience Advantage with David AvrinKickoff your day with a bang! David Avrin sets the stage for profound learning and meaningful engagement with his thought-provoking content delivered with an entertaining, energetic and humorous style. In this conversation David will provide both the content and context for you to set the stage for caring for your customers in a new and more meaningful way. Learn more at www.davidavrin.com2021-05-0547 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerLove is Free, Guac is Extra with former Co-CEO of Chipotle, Monty MoranToday we welcome former Co-CEO of Chipotle, Monty Moran to The New Norm Podcast. During his time with Chipotle, he created an extraordinary culture of empowered people that led to meteoric growth. They grew from a handful of restaurants to almost 2,500 and hundreds of employees to nearly 75,000, and along the way they achieved historic financial results still unmatched in the industry. We discuss what motivate Monty to move from lawyer and CEO of a prestigious law firm to Co-CEO of Chipotle. We discuss how he grew the culture at chipotle and what has motivated him since his...2021-04-271h 34
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerCreating Strong Leadership Cultures with Dr. Vince MolinaroNew York Times best selling author, Dr. Vince Molinaro joins the show today to discuss toxic cultures, creating strong leadership cultures and improving business performance.2021-04-2155 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerStudent of Intention with Bobby DysartOn today's show, we speak with guest, Bobby Dysart about living with intention. Bobby shares his story about a weekend retreat that changed his life. Bobby tells us how he focuses on living with intention each week and the, "buckets" he breaks those intentions into.2021-04-1348 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThink Bigger, Lead Better, Win More with Coach Jim JohnsonOn today's show with speak with; motivational speaker, mentor and former basketball coach, Jim Johnson. We discuss the, "miracle night" of February 15, 2006 with the now famous J-MAC. Coach Johnson shares about a former player now making it in the NBA and how one of his players beat out NBA legend, Kobe Bryant for a coveted ESPY Award. Learn more at www.ericbrooker.com & www.coachjimjohnson.com 2021-04-0651 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerTrusted Leader with David HorsagerAt the core, problems are never about leadership, communication, sales, marketing, or even finances. Thanks to research done by my friend David Horsager, we know that the main problem is always rooted in some type of trust issue. The good news is that trust can be learned, practiced, and perfected. David walks you through how in his latest book Trusted Leader. Learn more at trustedleaderbook.com/newnorm. 2021-03-3041 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerTell Me Something Good with Steve NudelbergPrincipal Thinker at On the Ball Ventures, Speaker, Sales Trainer, Author and Podcast host Steve Nudelberg joins the show today to discuss leadership and some of the early mistakes he made in his career. Go to www.ericbrooker.com or www.nudelberg.com for more information.2021-03-2431 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Outward Mindset with Kansas City P.D. Major Chip HuthKansas City Police Department's Major Chip Huth joins us today and opens up about his childhood and the painful details that inspired him to join the police force. Chip also discusses a few books; Leadership and Self Deception & The Outward Mindset and how looking at the world from a different lens changed his life and that of the Kansas City S.W.A.T. Squad. Find Chip and his co-host on their podcast, Changing Discourse.2021-03-1857 min
Healthcare Comms PodcastEpisode #38 Eric Hu, Strategy Director at AKQAThis week I was joined by Eric Hu who is a Strategy Director at AKQA. In this episode we talked about all things passion. For me, Eric is one of the most passionate people I’ve come across within the sector. His energy is hugely contagious. A great podcast about why passion is so important in a sector like healthcare communications. Stay tuned for more!2021-03-171h 00
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Riches are in the Niches with Hubspot's Dan TyreAuthor, Mentor, Entrepreneur, Keynote speaker and Hubspot's finest, Dan Tyre joins the show. Today we talk about the culture and leadership at Hubspot and so much more. 2021-03-0942 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerCrush Your Career with former Chick-fil-A VP of Talent, Dee Ann TurnerThe former Vice President of Talent at Chick-fil-A stops by the show to discuss how to, "Crush Your Career". Dee Ann Turner gives profound career advice from; how to interview and land the job to how to resign and leave the organization on a positive note.2021-03-0239 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerTalking Money, Asking for Money with Ronnell Richards2021-02-2638 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerCurt Allen on Kindness & Doing the Next Right Thing2021-02-1927 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerDifficult Conversations & Tough Topics Continue with David Lins2021-02-1037 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerDifficult Conversations & Tough Topics with Bryce Hayes2021-02-0341 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerHappy Present Moment with Jeff NoelIn the fullness of each day, this episode gives us practical ideas on how to be present in the moment.2021-01-2637 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerTreating People Like People & Not Objects with Robert Brown2021-01-2037 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerBe the Leader of Your Own Life2021-01-0808 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerDefining Leadership & Culture with Tanner Brock2021-01-0137 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Conversation Continues about Alcoholism & Addiction with Ashley Kesner.The conversation of alcoholism and addiction continues with Ashley Kesner, an up and coming leader in the recovery movement.2020-12-2336 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerLife, Leadership and the Pursuit of Happiness with Jeff NoelDisney veteran, podcaster, blogger and inspirational speaker, Jeff Noel joins the show to talk to us about being better versions of ourselves.2020-12-1542 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerParenting Smart with Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett2020-12-0942 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerConscious Capitalism, The Distribution of Wealth and Why Culture is Everything with Cesar EncisoToday’s conversation focuses on conscious capitalism, the distribution of wealth and profit and why in Cesar’s world, Culture is, “everything”.2020-11-3027 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Adaptation Advantage with Chris ShipleyToday we work to answer the following questions. How does authentic culture form and take hold in an organization? What roles do culture and leadership play in the new normal of work from home? Can a work from home office/employee have a "culture" How can you fix a toxic culture? 2020-11-1139 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerAlcoholism, Addiction and Meditation with Michael GallagherMichael Gallagher joins us to talk about his battle with alcoholism and addiction and how he works to overcome it each day with tools like mindful meditation.2020-10-2735 min
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe Four Fundamental Questions with Mike FlynnOrganizations around the world have failed to fully recognize that the greatest crisis they face is not a financial one. It’s not one leaders can even put their finger on, let alone input on a profit and loss statement. No, the great crisis involves four unanswered questions that 100% of your employees ask themselves daily. 2020-10-201h 00
Counsel Culture with Eric BrookerThe New Norm with Eric BrookerThe New Norm Podcast is focused on all things Culture and Leadership.2020-08-2110 min