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Eric Brooker
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Entertain Me! with Heather Brooker
Glen Powell, Faith-Based Sequels & Remembering Eric Dane
This week on Entertain Me with Heather Brooker, we’re breaking down what’s new at the movies and taking a moment to honor a familiar face we’ve lost. Heather dives into the dark comedy How to Make A Killing, the highly anticipated sequel I Can Only Imagine 2, and what audiences can expect from both very different cinematic experiences. From edge-of-your-seat twists to faith-based storytelling, we’re covering the box office angles, audience appeal, and whether these films are worth your time (and your popcorn money). Plus, Heather reflects on the loss of Eric Dane - k...
2026-02-21
14 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Winning on Purpose: Culture, Clarity, and Human Connection with Nathan Schock
In this episode of Counsel Culture, Eric sits down with culture strategist, speaker, and author Nathan Schock for a wide-ranging conversation about culture, clarity, and why sustainable growth always starts with identity. Nathan reflects on a pivotal season in his life as a father of three adult daughters, sharing the gratitude and perspective that comes from walking through transition with his family. That grounding leads into a deeper exploration of his professional journey—from building a successful customer experience firm to realizing that systems fail when culture is unclear. What began as customer experience work ultimately evolved in...
2026-02-16
41 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Winning at Home First: Cory Carlson on Purpose, Burnout, and Sustainable Leadership
In this episode of Counsel Culture, Eric sits down with executive coach, author, and former corporate leader Cory Carlson for a grounded conversation about leadership, burnout, and why success at work eventually collapses when life at home is neglected. Cory reflects on a recent personal loss that renewed his sense of urgency around intentional living and clarified his mission to help leaders win at home first. Cory shares his path from civil engineer to sales executive to full-time coach, including the season when imposter syndrome and pressure at the top began to erode his health, presence, and...
2026-01-22
45 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Strength After The Breaking Point | Jodi Brown
In this episode of Counsel Culture, Eric Brooker sits down for a deeply human conversation about hardship, presence, and what it really means to show up for others. The discussion moves from personal crisis to professional leadership, exploring how adversity reshapes identity, relationships, and perspective. Together, they examine why small moments matter more than we think, how teams and families grow stronger through shared struggle, and what happens when leaders choose clarity, consistency, and care over avoidance. This is a conversation about resilience without bravado, leadership without performance, and the quiet power of being present—at...
2025-12-31
48 min
Channel Security Secrets
Building a Scalable Business - Holiday Re-Air with Eric Brooker - Channel Security Secrets - Ep. #23
What happens when the channel stops treating sales like transactions, and starts treating people like relationships that compound? As we wrap up the year, we’re bringing back one of the most talked-about episodes of Channel Security Secrets, a New Year holiday re-air with Eric Brooker, Founder & CEO of The Channel Standard.In this conversation, Eric gets real about the gaps he sees every day in the channel: advisors reaching out with templated messages, sellers confusing activity with impact, and leaders underestimating just how far empathy and intentional relationship-building can take them. He explains why the most su...
2025-12-30
48 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Motive with Patrick Lencioni
In this episode of Counsel Culture, Eric sits down with organizational health pioneer Patrick Lencioni for a rich, honest conversation about work, faith, family, and why leadership is far more about responsibility than reward. Pat shares how, at 59, he hit pause to confront long-buried wounds, and how that season of healing reshaped the way he leads, loves his family, and serves the people around him. Pat traces the origin story of The Table Group, his longtime fascination with the workplace, and how his Catholic faith now sits at the very center of his work. From parenting moments...
2025-12-08
51 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Leadership Lessons Learned with Coach Matt Doherty
In this episode of Counsel Culture, Eric sits down with national champion, former UNC head coach, and executive coach Matt Doherty for a candid conversation about leadership, culture, and the kind of personal transformation that only comes through adversity. From playing alongside Michael Jordan to being fired from his dream job at North Carolina, Matt opens up about identity, ego, and what it really takes to rebuild your life and leadership from the inside out. Together, Eric and Matt dig into why culture is king, why talent without character will eventually break your team, and how the...
2025-11-05
56 min
Channel Security Secrets
Building a Scalable Business - Eric Brooker - Channel Security Secrets - Episode #12
What if the foundation of success in the channel wasn’t just strategy or technology, but building genuine, lasting relationships? In this episode of Channel Security Secrets, host Lou Rabon sits down with Eric Brooker, Founder and CEO of the Channel Standard, to explore how authenticity, curiosity, and structured planning shape the future of cybersecurity sales.You will learn why relationships built without ulterior motives are critical, how evolving technologies like AI and cybersecurity are transforming the channel, and why empathy and trust are the ultimate differentiators in business.TakeawaysWhy bui...
2025-10-16
48 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Fail Forward with Jacob Brown
In this powerful episode of Counsel Culture, Eric sits down with former NFL athlete, author, and speaker Jacob Brown for a raw, vulnerable, and deeply inspiring conversation about redemption, resilience, and faith. From losing his NFL dream to rebuilding a life rooted in purpose, Jacob shares how failure became his fuel—and how being "laid off" can actually mean being launched. Together, Eric and Jacob unpack the lessons of accountability, fatherhood, and leadership through adversity, reminding us that the pressure, heat, and pain we face are what ultimately form the diamond within. As always, this episode is an...
2025-10-13
50 min
Master Connector Show
You are Enough with Eric Brooker | Master Connector Show #231
✨ Have you ever felt like no matter what you do, it’s never enough?🌟 Join us on Wednesday, October 1st, for Episode 231 of The Master Connector Show with Steve Spiro, The Master Connector, and Rob Genovesi, Brand Builder.🤝 Our special guest is Eric Brooker, bestselling author of You Are Enough, dynamic keynote speaker, and host of the globally acclaimed podcast Counsel Culture.💡 When you embrace the truth that you are enough, you stop chasing validation and start creating from a place of strength....
2025-10-01
33 min
The Positively Altered Podcast
Episode 16: Embracing Self-Worth: A Conversation with Eric Brooker on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Building Connection
Episode 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...
2025-01-24
50 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The 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...
2025-01-06
44 min
What About This Idea?
Eric Brooker: The Channel Advisors | Counsel Culture part 2/2
Join 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...
2024-11-15
52 min
The Dov Baron Show
Part 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...
2024-11-06
31 min
What Are You Made Of?
Unlocking Grit and Growth: Eric Brooker on Leadership, Adversity, and Owning Your Journey
Mike "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. ...
2024-11-05
31 min
The Dov Baron Show
Part 1 of 2: "You Are Enough: Eric Brooker on Conquering Self-Doubt, Building Real Connections, and Leading with Vulnerability
In 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.
2024-11-03
31 min
Get Authentic with Marques Ogden
How 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...
2024-10-31
29 min
Seek Go Create - The Leadership Journey for Christian Entrepreneurs and Faith-Driven Leaders
The Importance of Valuing People with Eric Brooker
Are 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...
2024-06-24
1h 03
Paris Talks Marketing
Creating 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...
2024-05-23
39 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
We Are All Going Through Something with Eric Brooker
Today, 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.
2024-04-17
27 min
Big Shots with Jeremy Baumann and Friends
Author, Speaker, Podcaster Eric Brooker
Things 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...
2024-02-27
1h 00
Let's Talk Podcast
Beyond 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...
2024-02-23
34 min
Speak With People
Overcoming Lifelong Doubts of Worthiness with Eric Brooker | Episode 071
In 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...
2023-11-24
39 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
You Are Enough: Overcoming Lifelong Doubts of Worthiness with Eric Brooker
The 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...
2023-10-10
57 min
Unblocked
Ep 81: You Are Enough with Eric Brooker
Three 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...
2023-09-12
53 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Healthy Leadership | Healthy Living with Dr. Jake Hyde
My guest today is Dr. Jake Hyde. Dr. Hyde is a Chiropractor and Board Certified Holistic Healthcare Practitioner based in Florida. He has made it his mission to empower each of his practice members and clients to experience transformational healing through mind-body restoration, neuro-emotional reprogramming, trauma relief, nutritional consultations and corrective movement training. Jake is a wealth of knowledge and it was a privilege to have him on the show. Dr. Hyde also happens to be family. Jake is my cousin! Today we talk about health, healthy leadership, finding energy and so much more!
2023-03-10
56 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Overcoming Fears with Lt. Col. Waldo Waldman
Before we get started today, I want to share that former guest Kris Sokalowski has passed away. Kris came on our show back in February of 2022 to discuss his terminal cancer diagnosis and the power of a positive attitude. Rest in peace Kris Sokalowski. As we get started today, I am excited to welcome back Lt. Colonel and friend, Waldo Waldman. Waldo is a retired F-16 fighter pilot with 65 combat missions under his belt. I am proud to be a wingman to Waldo and am grateful to have him back on the show. Not only does Waldo...
2023-02-23
48 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Humbler Leadership with Dr. Josh Wymore
This conversation is one you are not going to want to miss. Dr. Josh Wymore has a passion for helping people live and lead with purpose and clarity. As an executive coach, consultant, and trainer with WYMORE, Josh has helped nonprofit and Fortune 500 leaders all around the world become more of who they were made to be. His book, Humbler Leadership, explores the ten mindsets and skill sets leaders can practice to become humbler. He loves helping people leverage their strengths, develop a growth mindset, and become humbler leaders. Josh grew up on a Christian c...
2023-02-03
30 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Pivot & Go with David Nurse
My guest today is none other than David Nurse. David Nurse has been transforming the way hundreds of NBA stars play on the court for most of his career. In fact, his method was dubbed as training "athletes of the future" because of his ability to teach them how to tap into different mindsets and become unstoppable. He has written two bestselling books, runs a successful motivational coaching business and is a highly-sought-after speaker—hired by companies like Dell, Salesforce, ESPN and The NBA—to help thousands of employees and athletes develop unshakeable mindsets. In fact, he was...
2023-02-02
41 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Raise Your Game with Alan Stein Jr.
My guest today is Alan Stein Jr. Alan is a world-renowned coach, speaker and author. He spent 15+ years working the highest performing basketball players on the planet and now teaches audiences how to utilize the same strategies in business that elite athletes use to perform at a world-class level. Alan specializes in improving individual and organizational leadership, performance and accountability. He inspires and empowers everyone he works with to take immediate action and improve mindset, habits and productivity. "Alan played a huge role in my development on and off the court and his gu...
2023-01-20
41 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Lessons Learned with Jim Alling
My guest today is Jim Allling I was connected to Jim through a mutual friend and former guest, Howard Behar. Jim's journey to leadership has put him in a myriad of executive roles from a Vice President at Nestle, the President of Starbucks, Chief Operating Officer at T-Mobile and most recently the CEO of Toms shoes! Today, Jim comes on the show to discuss some of the lessons he has learned in a live well lived. This show is dedicated to Jim's journey, this conversation is what we make it. This is Counsel...
2023-01-12
54 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Arsonist in the Office with Pete Havel
My guest today is Pete Havel. Pete Havel, a leading speaker, trainer, and consultant on workplace culture, leadership, and office politics, is author of the best-selling book recently ranked as Amazon's #1 'Hot New Release' The Arsonist in the Office: Fireproofing Your Life Against Toxic Coworkers, Bosses, Employees, and Cultures. Pete and his company, Fireproofed Leadership, help organizations successfully deal with people problems, internal bad behavior, and the things that keep leaders up at night. He helps build better leaders, managers, and helps companies put together the building blocks that make organizations great. This sho...
2022-12-29
52 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Never Fly Solo with Lt. Col. Waldo Waldman
My guest today is none other than NY Times best-selling author and keynote speaker, Lieutenant Colonel Waldo Waldman. A real-world Top Gun, Waldo is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, executive coach & expert on resilience, overcoming adversity & managing change. He leverages his real-world business acumen & experience leading diverse teams in combat to help leaders Overcome Obstacles, Build High-Performance Mindsets, & Grow Cohesive, Loyal teams. His focus on building "One Team, One Mission" cultures of trust is a perfect way to go into the upcoming new year. Waldo was in the military and flew 65 combat missions, is...
2022-12-16
50 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Design the Long Life You Love with Ayse Birsel
My guest today is Ayse Birsel. She is a designer and innovator who has designed hundreds of award-winning products and systems for Fortune 500 brands. You've probably sat in one of her office systems for Herman Miller; peeled potatoes with her potato peeler for Target; or used her toilet for TOTO. Designing products with leading brands taught Ayse how effective design principles are in solving complex problems. She has applied these principles to life to help thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds to transform their lives through her workshops and book, "Design the Life You Love." Today...
2022-12-07
27 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Leveling Up with Ryan Leak
My guest today is Ryan Leak. You remember, we had Ryan on the show last year to discuss his book Chasing Failure. Chasing Failure is an absolutely incredible read and a top-five book for me last year and Ryan is back! Today, we catch up with Ryan and discuss his new book, Leveling Up which comes out today! Ryan Leak is an author, speaker, executive coach, and filmmaker. He's known for two documentaries: The Surprise Wedding and Chasing Failure. The son of a preacher man, Ryan grew up in the church with a marketplace passion...
2022-12-06
54 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Art of People with Dave Kerpen
My guest today is Dave Kerpen. Dave is the #1 LinkedIn Influencer of all time with more page views than the likes of; Bill Gates, Jack Welch, Mark Cuban and Barack Obama. Dave is a serial entrepreneur, New York Times best selling author, and global keynote speaker. Dave is the co-founder and co-CEO of Apprentice, a platform that connects entrepreneurs with the brightest college students to solve their biggest business challenges. His newest book, The Art of People: 11 Simple People Skills That Will Get You Everything You Want is out now! ...
2022-12-01
40 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Burning Bellatorum: The Story of a Forty Million Dollar Fraud and its Priceless Lessons for Investors and Entrepreneurs
My guest today is Chris Bentley. Chris is the Founder and Former CEO of Bellatorum Resources and Author of Burning Bellatorum: The Story of a Forty Million Dollar Fraud and its Priceless Lessons for Investors and Entrepreneur. To frame out this conversation, below is a portion of his LinkedIn post from the day before this podcast was published. "Yesterday afternoon I officially became a convicted felon and pleaded guilty to wire fraud. Sentencing is scheduled for February 16th. I requested to have the sentencing and pleading done in one hearing but wa...
2022-11-23
40 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Impact Players with Liz Wiseman
My guest today is Liz Wiseman. Liz Wiseman is a researcher and executive advisor who teaches leadership to executives around the world. She is the author of New York Times bestseller Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter, The Multiplier Effect: Tapping the Genius Inside Our Schools, and Wall Street Journal bestseller Rookie Smarts: Why Learning Beats Knowing in the New Game of Work and her most recent book, Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger and Multiply your Impact She is the CEO of the Wiseman Group, a leadership research and developme...
2022-11-16
52 min
Shut The Hell Up And Sell
Shut The Hell Up And Sell With Eric Brooker
Eric Brooker is VP of Strategic Development for Bluewave Technologies and CEO of Counsel Culture. https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericbrooker/ Buy The Book https://www.shutthehellupandsell.com Check out Ronnell https://www.ronnellrichards.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronnellrichards Instagram https://www.instagram.com/imabusiness.man #salescoaching #salestips #businesstips #shutthehellup#business #sales --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ronnell-richards4/message
2022-11-14
34 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
It's All About People with Brian Scudamore
My guest today is Brian Scudamore. While you may not know his name yet but you most certainly know his brands. Brian is a serial entrepreneur, known for pioneering the professional junk hauling industry with 1-800-GOT-JUNK?. Since conquering that market, he's gone on to apply the O2E (ordinary to exceptional) formula to the painting and home-detailing industry with WOW 1 DAY PAINTING and Shack Shine. Currently, he's at the helm of a burgeoning home-service empire; each brand has franchise locations in every major metro in North America and Australia. He's a respected industry leader...
2022-11-09
33 min
What GOOD Looks Like
"You Are Enough" with Eric Brooker
On 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...
2022-11-04
37 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The 30-Day Sobriety Experiment with Anastasia Forrest
My guest today is Anastasia Forest. As a musician, author, and sobriety coach, she encourages people to let go of their hang-ups and embrace higher callings. She is author of the book The 30-Day Sobriety Experiment and manages a program called You're Sexier, Sober. "The 30-Day Sobriety Experiment" is her first book. It is a 30-Day Guide to help you take a break from alcohol and get to know yourself better. There are weekly well-being assessments where you will collect data about your physical and emotional well-being. This is a no-pressure journey of...
2022-11-02
30 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Focused Business with Dave Crenshaw
My guest today is David Crenshaw. As an author, speaker, and online trainer, Dave Crenshaw is a master of building productive leaders. The irony of Dave's productive mission is his inherently chaotic and unfocused nature. When he was clinically diagnosed as "off-the-charts" ADHD he took this as a personal challenge and developed simple systems to be organized and productive despite himself. Now, hundreds of thousands of high-performers worldwide utilize Dave's training to improve focus, productivity, and profitability. Dave has decades of experience training leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of e...
2022-10-26
39 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Freak Factor with David Rendall
Our guest today is David Rendall and if you are an avid follower of the show you might have noticed something a bit diferent about this episode. This conversation with David comes just one day after we dropped our previous episode. Lets call this a bonus podcast! An conversation too good to hold onto. During the last fifteen years, David Rendall has spoken to audiences on every inhabited continent. His clients include the US Air Force, Australian Government, and Fortune 50 companies such as Microsoft, AT&T, United Health Group, Fannie Mae, and State Farm.
2022-10-19
53 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Leadership with the Iconic Ken Blanchard & Randy Conley
My guests today, yes that is plural. We have 2 guests today. None other than, Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley. With a passion to turn every leader into a servant leader, Ken Blanchard shares his insightful and powerful message with audiences around the world through speeches, consulting services, and bestselling books. Universally characterized by his friends, colleagues, and clients as one of the most influential and compassionate leadership experts in the world, Ken is respected for his lifetime of groundbreaking research and thought leadership. In fact, few people have influenced the day-to-day management of people and companies more...
2022-10-18
58 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Master Mentors with Scott Jeffrey Miller
My guest today is Scott Jeffrey Miller. Scott was raised in Central Florida and began his leadership journey early as the student body president of his high school where he fell in love with power politics. After working on numerous local, state, and national political campaigns, Scott joined the Disney Development Company where for nearly four years he was part of the team that designed and built the famed city of Celebration, Florida (Walt Disney's original vision for EPCOT Center). At the age of 26, Scott left was kicked out of Disney in Orlando, and moved to the ne...
2022-10-04
41 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Big Gorgeous Goals with Julie Ellis
Julie Ellis is our guest today. and what a conversation this is! Julie is a notable executive and business coach. She provides her unique experience and expertise, gained through 25 years of working first in the corporate world, and then as a leading Canadian entrepreneur. She is a co-founder of award-winning Mabel's Labels, one of Canada's greatest small business success stories. As a professionally certified coach with the international Coaching Federation, Julie works directly with bold leaders propelling them to unlock their capacity, leading to accelerated success. Since starting her own coaching company, Julie Ellis and C...
2022-10-03
34 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Time Is Now with Matt Maher
Since his major-label debut in 2008, Matt Maher has become a staple in the artistic and songwriting community. A nine-time-GRAMMY® nominee and three-time-GMA Dove Award® winner, he has garnered multiple radio successes, writing and recording songs such as his Top 5 CCLI song "Lord, I Need You" and the chart-topping radio singles "Because He Lives (Amen)" and "Alive & Breathing." Along with other hits such as "Hold Us Together," "Christ Is Risen," "All The People Said Amen," and "Your Grace Is Enough," Maher has written or co-written six No. 1 radio singles. Penning numerous songs recorded by Crowder, Hillsong, Casting Crowns, Ch...
2022-09-27
1h 10
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Culture Coach with Garry Ridge
Our guest today is Garry Ridge. Garry has 25 years of experience as Chairman and CEO of WD-40 Company. He is also an adjunct professor at the University of San Diego, where he teaches the principles and practices of corporate culture in the Executive Leadership program. Garry's philosophy on company culture is based on Aristotle's quote – "Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work." Turning that into action, he believes that all leaders can create a workplace where you go to work each day, make a contribution to something bigger than yourself, learn something new, feel safe, are protected, an...
2022-09-21
43 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Epic Leadership with Chuck Ainsworth
Do you wish everyone in your organization was practicing habits that drive life-giving leadership, performance, and trust? If so, this is your episode. Today I am joined by Epic Rivers Leadership Founder & Chief Coaching Officer, Chuck Ainsworth. Chuck is also the former Head of Coaching at the Center for Creative Leadership, one of the largest and most respected coaching practices in the world. Today we discuss elegantly simple yet powerful habits to transform conversations, accelerate performance, build trust, and increase connection & belonging. Epic Rivers offers life-giving leadership skills, performance and trust at scale with their...
2022-09-16
35 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Find A Way with NFL & ESPN Legend, Merril Hoge
My guest today is none other than NFL and ESPN great, Merril Hoge. Ever since Merril Hoge was eight-years-old, he dreamed of being a professional football player. Growing up in a small town in Idaho, the goal seemed unrealistic. But Merril didn't just dream about this goal. From that young age, he used the words "Find A Way" to take action to overcome any obstacle and to attain any goal. Today, as he continues to strive towards his own goals, he also uses his Find A Way philosophy as a parenting tool, and challenges his children, Kori...
2022-09-15
1h 04
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
It's Not About the Coffee with former Starbucks President, Howard Behar
Today's guest is former Starbucks President, Howard Behar. Hailed as "a hero of conscious capitalism," "a passionate advocate for leading with purpose," and a devoted student and teacher of the Servant Leadership Model, Howard Behar's motivational message inspires everyone to be a servant leader and to lead with their values first. Howard Behar's career in business spans over 50 years, all in consumer oriented businesses, and most recently as a speaker, advisor, mentor, and bestselling author. His wisdom, generosity, and level of integrity have had a profound impact on thousands of people who have been touched by his...
2022-09-09
46 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Unstoppable Cultures with Ginger Hardage
Our guest today is former Senior Vice President of Culture & Communications at Southwest Airlines, founder of Unstoppable Cultures and Global Board Chair at Ronald McDonald House Charities. We all know Southwest Airlines, they have long been known as a company with a legendary culture. Ginger is recognized by many as the foremost global authority on building and sustaining organizational culture and instrumental in building the Southwest Airlines culture Gary Kelly CEO of Southwest Airlines said; "During our time working together on the Leadership Team at Southwest Airlines, Ginger not only led our Culture initiatives—she ca...
2022-09-03
45 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Leading with Gratitude with Chester Elton
My guest today is none other than best-selling author, Chester Elton. Chester Elton has spent two decades helping clients engage their employees to execute on strategy, vision, and values. In his provocative, inspiring, and always-entertaining speeches, the #1 bestselling leadership author provides real solutions to leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation, and lead a multi-generational workforce. Elton's work is supported by research with more than 1 million working adults, revealing the proven secrets behind high-performance cultures and teams. Chester has been called the "apostle of appreciation" by Canada's Globe and Mail, "creative and refreshing‚" by the Ne...
2022-08-24
55 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Conscious Leadership with Sarah Hawley
Today's guest is Sarah Hawley. Sarah is the CEO and Founder of Growmotely, the world's first end-to-end platform that facilitates conscious companies in hiring equally-conscious remote professionals - into long-term remote jobs. Driven by her passion for the freedom that remote work provides professionals and companies alike, she is trailblazing the space - as a thought leader and creator - where remote work, conscious leadership, and personal and professional growth intersect. Shoestring recognized her as one of the Top Female Entrepreneurs under 40; before Growmotely, she started and successfully sold multiple companies. Mother to 16-month-old Luka...
2022-08-20
43 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Choosing Courage with Jim Detert
Jim Detert is our guest today and is a professor at the Darden Graduate School of Business Administration and a Professor at the Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, both at the University of Virginia. His writing on workplace courage and related topics is grounded in decades of formal research and brought to life based on intimate portraits of leaders and ordinary people he's come to know personally. Jim thrives on empowering people to have difficult conversations, engage rather than avoid challenging situations, and competently embrace other opportunities for courageous action in their own lives and workplaces.
2022-08-11
37 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Leadership Formula with Dr. Spencer Holt
On today's show we welcome; Dr. Spencer Holt. Spencer Holt is an award-winning educator, speaker, designer, executive coach, and regarded as one of the world's leading thinkers in the fields of leadership, change, innovation and creating a culture of belonging & performance. On today's show we talk about the leadership formula, the importance of culture from the boardroom to the family room, how culture differs around the world and so much more. This show is dedicated to Spencer's journey, this conversation is what we make it. This is Counsel Culture. Learn more at...
2022-08-01
40 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Cool Runnings with Devon Harris
The story of a most improbable life... The world should never have heard of Devon Harris yet he became a highly sought after international motivational speaker. Devon Harris was raised in the slums of Kingston, Jamaica, yet he graduated from the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in England and served as an officer in the Jamaica Defense Force. He started off as a barefoot boy trying to win a track race and became a member of his country's first Olympic bobsled team. Circumstances and others constantly told Devon Harris it was impossible but at every step of...
2022-07-26
44 min
The Bear Essentials Podcast
You Are Enough - The Eric Brooker Interview
Imagine 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...
2022-07-13
37 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Creating Distinction & Becoming Iconic with Scott McKain
Scott McKain is my guest today. Scott's matchless experiences have continued throughout his life. They range from playing the villain in a film that Roger Ebert called one of the 50 "great movies" in cinema history to being booked to speak by Arnold Schwarzenegger for an event on the White House lawn with the President in the audience; from being the author of business books named among the "year's ten best" to membership of multiple Boards of Directors. The tapestry of Scott McKain's distinctive experiences have blended to create the inimitable content that makes him one of the w...
2022-07-13
1h 01
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Truth About Things that Suck: and How to Make Them Suck Less with Mindy Henderson
Our 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...
2022-07-08
41 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Winning Mindset with Joe Delagrave
Our 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 dreaming, s...
2022-06-30
50 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
To Be Honest with Ron Carucci
Our 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...
2022-06-14
53 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
An Adventure that Changed My Life Forever with former NFL athlete Joe Hawley
My 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...
2022-06-03
59 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Suicide Intervention at the Golden Gate Bridge with Kevin Berthia & Kevin Briggs
My 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 from t...
2022-05-27
40 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Fight for Your Dream with Ruben González
My 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...
2022-05-20
53 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Run With Purpose with Joe Colavito
My 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 relationships, m...
2022-05-13
38 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Be Where Your Feet Are with Scott O'Neil
My 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 is...
2022-05-07
59 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Collabor(h)ate with Collaboration Maven, Dr. Deb Mashek
Dr. 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 LLC...
2022-04-29
57 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Power of Believing in Yourself with Olympian Sarah Wells
My 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...
2022-04-21
43 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Pandemics Impact on Charities with Kelly Dolan
Kelly 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.
2022-04-15
38 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Capacity Creator with Melanie Sodka
Melanie 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.
2022-04-08
43 min
The Professional Noticer
The Importance of Connection with Eric Brooker
This 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...
2022-04-05
34 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Power for All: How It Really Works and Why It's Everyone's Business with Julie Battilana
Julie 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...
2022-04-01
39 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
How 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...
2022-03-24
28 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Core Leadership Principles with Nate Randle
My 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...
2022-03-09
32 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Leading to Greatness with Jim Reid
Jim 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...
2022-03-01
40 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
A Life-Altering Toxic Culture with Sasja Chomos
Sasja 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.
2022-02-22
32 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Recalculating Your Career with Lindsey Pollak
Lindsey 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 the...
2022-02-18
39 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
A Terminal Cancer Diagnosis and a Positive Attitude with Kris Sokolowski
Kris 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...
2022-02-08
30 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Power of Playing Offense with Paul Epstein
Today'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 Orleans NBA franchise, an...
2022-02-02
47 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Undaunted - Overcoming Doubts & Doubters with Kara Goldin
Kara 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 consumer products. I...
2022-01-28
47 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Leadership and Race with Pierre Campbell
Known 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...
2022-01-20
46 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Ethical Influence with Brian Ahearn
Brian 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. T...
2022-01-14
35 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Reluctant Creative with Dr. Caroline Brookfield
Today 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, meditation r...
2022-01-09
38 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Leadership & Sacrifice with Sunny Lawrence
Sunny 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.com
2022-01-01
38 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Reframe Your Story with Tammy Heermann
Tammy 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.com
2021-12-22
33 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Courageous Cultures with Karin Hurt
Our 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
2021-12-17
43 min
Lions Guide Podcast
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Join 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...
2021-12-08
1h 10
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Be More Wrong with Colin Hunter
Our 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/
2021-12-07
34 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
The Great Resignation or The Great Opportunity with Tim Dumas
On 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.com
2021-11-30
39 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
A Future So Bright with Kate O'Neill
Kate 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 big h...
2021-11-16
49 min
The Professional Noticer
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
This 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 his...
2021-11-16
52 min
Counsel Culture with Eric Brooker
Chasing Failure with Ryan Leak
The 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 they...
2021-11-09
49 min