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The 7am NovelistRoundtable: World Building for Historical FictionToday we have another of our roundtables and we’re focusing on one of the hardest things for an author to get right: world building. Because this issue is complex, I’m going to hold two world building roundtables, one for writers trying to establish place in either a speculative work or a work that takes place in a non-U.S. location, and this one today about world building for historical fiction. What is world building? How do you it without boring the reader to death or brazenly showing all of your research? And how do you work it into...
2025-09-3052 min
The 7am NovelistRoundtable: Inviting the Reader Into Your StoryIn our roundtable today, we’re focusing on the question: How does your book invite a reader’s interest, both intellectually and emotionally? What might that look like? What methods might an author use? And we’ve got four incredible writers joining us for the discussion: Nancy Crochiere, Janet Rich Edwards, Christine Murphy, and Hesse Phillips.Watch a recording here. This audio/video version is available for only a few weeks. Missed it? Check out the podcast version above or on your favorite podcast platform.I don’t charge for subscriptions, but if you’d like, you...
2025-09-0250 min
The 7am NovelistRoundtable: Reverse Outline? What Is It and Why Do It?Today we have the first of our roundtables and we’re focusing on the mysterious (or not so mysterious) REVERSE OUTLINE. What is it? Why might you want to do it (or not?) And what methods are the most helpful. And we’ve got four incredible writers joining us to round out our discussion: Desmond Hall, Christine Murphy, Patricia Park, and Hesse PhillipsWatch a recording here. This audio/video version is available for only a few weeks. Missed it? Check out the podcast version above or on your favorite podcast platform.I don’t charge...
2025-08-0549 min
The 7am NovelistHesse Phillips on Challenges in Writing Queer HistoryToday we get to hear from Hesse Phillips whose historical novel, Lightborne, was released in May 2024. Hesse and I will be talking about the difficulties of writing queer history and the task of humanizing an historical figure that has often been mischaracterized and misunderstood by both the public and literary scholars.Watch a recording here. The audio/video version is available for one week. Missed it? Check out the podcast version above or on your favorite podcast platform.To find many books by our authors, visit our Bookshop page. For Phillips’ debut, available from the UK, c...
2024-08-1231 min
The 7am NovelistRevision: Breaking Down Your Book to Build it Back Up with Hesse Phillips and Sara Johnson AllenRevision, it’s a monster. It’s also an absolute must. And it makes the difference between writers who are able to forge ahead and those who get stuck. But how do you go about it? And how do you avoid feeling like you’re doing it all wrong? We’ve got authors Hesse Phillips (Lightbourne) and Sara Johnson Allen (Down Here We Come Up) on board to help us out.Watch a recording of our live webinar here. The audio/video version is available for one week. Missed it? Check out the podcast version above or on your fa...
2024-01-2345 min
The 7am NovelistTrusting Yourself and Your Writing with Hesse Phillips and Ron MacLeanWe hear from two listeners today who share two very common writing issues. The first talks about the emptiness she feels about both her ideas and confidence in getting them on the page when she finally pushes life aside and sits down to write. The second worries about the strength of her stories, a worry that is causing her desire to write to fade away. We’ve got authors Hesse Phillips (Lightborne) and Ron MacLean (We Might As Well Light Something On Fire) to help us out.Watch a recording of our live webinar here. The audio/vide...
2024-01-1138 min
The 7am NovelistDealing with Uncertainty with Timothy Deer and Hesse PhillipsWe hear from a writer of historical fiction today who is worried about a lot of interrelated issues: her addiction to research, using her writing time “well,” and how to get excited again when she can’t make up her mind on too many aspects of the book. We’ve got writers Timothy Deer and Hesse Phillips to help us out.Watch a recording of our live webinar here. The audio/video version is available for one week. Missed it? Check out the podcast version above or on your favorite podcast platform.Timothy Deer is an executi...
2024-01-0435 min
The 7am NovelistDay 7: Creating Characters Based on Real People with Hesse Phillips and Chris BoucherWhy include real life characters, either historical or present-day (even family!), in your fiction? How might it inspire and give some valuable context to your work? And what are some of the pitfalls you might want to avoid? Authors Chris Boucher and Hesse Phillips help us wade through the answers.This webinar recording is available for 24 hours. Missed it? Listen to the podcast version, available here on our SubStack page or on your favorite podcast platform.Grab copies of all our guests’ books here: Bookshop.orgHesse Phillips (she/they) was raised next-door to...
2023-03-0729 min
The 7am NovelistDay 27: Setting with Hesse Phillips & Louise BerlinerEstablishing your setting and time period from the get-go of your writing process is vital in creating a memorable book, real tension, dynamic characters, and a more complex reading experience. Writers Hesse Phillips and Louise Berliner help us figure out how to do it.Hesse Phillips (she/they) was born next-door to a chicken farm in Western PA but now lives in Spain. Their Novel Incubator project Lightborne, about the mysterious death of queer Elizabethan playwright Christopher Marlowe, was a finalist in the Irish Writers Centre Novel Fair 2022 and is now out on submission. Their poetry and p...
2022-10-3030 min
HR – Human Resources issues – The Mentors RadioA Rare Treat: All Three Original Hosts of The Mentors Radio share their first-hand learnings and their passion for helping others succeed
In this episode, executive producer Karen Walker interviews the original three hosts of The Mentors Radio—Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips. Each is a highly sought-after, successful CEO of their own companies, in three very different industries. That said, they each share a passion and history of highest ethics throughout their careers and a passion for helping others succeed.
The Mentors Radio original hosts: L to R, Ric Brutocao, John Phillips and Tom Loarie
Tom Loarie began work as a brick layer to earn money while in school but he is most known for a st...
2022-06-2541 minPeople Before Profit – The Mentors RadioA Rare Treat: All Three Original Hosts of The Mentors Radio share their first-hand learnings and their passion for helping others succeed
In this episode, executive producer Karen Walker interviews the original three hosts of The Mentors Radio—Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips. Each is a highly sought-after, successful CEO of their own companies, in three very different industries. That said, they each share a passion and history of highest ethics throughout their careers and a passion for helping others succeed.
The Mentors Radio original hosts: L to R, Ric Brutocao, John Phillips and Tom Loarie
Tom Loarie began work as a brick layer to earn money while in school but he is most known for a st...
2022-06-2541 minPeople Matter! – The Mentors RadioA Rare Treat: All Three Original Hosts of The Mentors Radio share their first-hand learnings and their passion for helping others succeed
In this episode, executive producer Karen Walker interviews the original three hosts of The Mentors Radio—Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips. Each is a highly sought-after, successful CEO of their own companies, in three very different industries. That said, they each share a passion and history of highest ethics throughout their careers and a passion for helping others succeed.
The Mentors Radio original hosts: L to R, Ric Brutocao, John Phillips and Tom Loarie
Tom Loarie began work as a brick layer to earn money while in school but he is most known for a st...
2022-06-2541 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioA Rare Treat: All Three Original Hosts of The Mentors Radio share their first-hand learnings and their passion for helping others succeedIn this episode, executive producer Karen Walker interviews the original three hosts of The Mentors Radio—Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips. Each is a highly sought-after, successful CEO of their own companies, in three very different industries. That said, they each share a passion and history of highest ethics throughout their careers and a passion for helping others succeed. The Mentors Radio original hosts: L to R, Ric Brutocao, John Phillips and Tom LoarieTom Loarie began work as a brick layer to earn money while in school but he is most known for a st...
2022-06-2541 minEngineering – The Mentors RadioA Rare Treat: All Three Original Hosts of The Mentors Radio share their first-hand learnings and their passion for helping others succeed
In this episode, executive producer Karen Walker interviews the original three hosts of The Mentors Radio—Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips. Each is a highly sought-after, successful CEO of their own companies, in three very different industries. That said, they each share a passion and history of highest ethics throughout their careers and a passion for helping others succeed.
The Mentors Radio original hosts: L to R, Ric Brutocao, John Phillips and Tom Loarie
Tom Loarie began work as a brick layer to earn money while in school but he is most known for a st...
2022-06-2541 minStarting a business – The Mentors RadioTechnology and Your Business, with Guest Steve Garner and Host John Phillips
In this episode, The Mentors Radio host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Steven Garner, a pioneering technology expert specializing in open source systems who has worked with Apple and, later, on customized tech solutions for a multitude of different clients. Their discussion explores the different ways that technology can be a game-changer for anyone’s business.
2021-03-0552 minReach Your Full Potential – The Mentors RadioTechnology and Your Business, with Guest Steve Garner and Host John Phillips
In this episode, The Mentors Radio host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Steven Garner, a pioneering technology expert specializing in open source systems who has worked with Apple and, later, on customized tech solutions for a multitude of different clients. Their discussion explores the different ways that technology can be a game-changer for anyone’s business.
2021-03-0552 minStick to Your Principles – The Mentors RadioTechnology and Your Business, with Guest Steve Garner and Host John Phillips
In this episode, The Mentors Radio host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Steven Garner, a pioneering technology expert specializing in open source systems who has worked with Apple and, later, on customized tech solutions for a multitude of different clients. Their discussion explores the different ways that technology can be a game-changer for anyone’s business.
2021-03-0552 minTechnology – The Mentors RadioTechnology and Your Business, with Guest Steve Garner and Host John Phillips
In this episode, The Mentors Radio host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Steven Garner, a pioneering technology expert specializing in open source systems who has worked with Apple and, later, on customized tech solutions for a multitude of different clients. Their discussion explores the different ways that technology can be a game-changer for anyone’s business.
2021-03-0552 minTell Your Story – The Mentors RadioTechnology and Your Business, with Guest Steve Garner and Host John Phillips
In this episode, The Mentors Radio host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Steven Garner, a pioneering technology expert specializing in open source systems who has worked with Apple and, later, on customized tech solutions for a multitude of different clients. Their discussion explores the different ways that technology can be a game-changer for anyone’s business.
2021-03-0552 minBusiness growth – The Mentors RadioTechnology and Your Business, with Guest Steve Garner and Host John Phillips
In this episode, The Mentors Radio host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Steven Garner, a pioneering technology expert specializing in open source systems who has worked with Apple and, later, on customized tech solutions for a multitude of different clients. Their discussion explores the different ways that technology can be a game-changer for anyone’s business.
2021-03-0552 minLegal Matters – The Mentors RadioHow Small Business Owners can Provide Big HR perks for Employees
In this episode, The Mentors Radio Host John Phillips talks with Don Alix of Insperity. Alix has been a trusted advisor to small to mid-sized businesses for more than 25 years, providing customized human resources and business solutions designed to help retain employees, improve business performance, and provide incentives and benefits that wouldn’t be possible for a smaller business on its own. Find Show notes here. Radio podcast is below. Subscribe here– FOR FREE — and don’t miss an episode!!
2020-11-1252 minBe Your Best Self – The Mentors RadioDr. Jain talks about health & business with Host John Phillips
In this episode The Mentors host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Suniel Jain, NMD about the benefits of good health and how to take simple steps to ensure we don’t put our health on the “back burner” due to the pressures of business, career, running a business, family and more! Dr. Jain is the founder/owner of Arizona-based Rejuvena Health & Aesthetics, which Jain specializes in wellness and healthy aging. You’ll even hear how Dr. Jain made a difference in John’s health and life, and in the lives of many other professionals. Keep your business’s most importan...
2020-10-0152 minPeople Matter! – The Mentors RadioDr. Jain talks about health & business with Host John Phillips
In this episode The Mentors host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Suniel Jain, NMD about the benefits of good health and how to take simple steps to ensure we don’t put our health on the “back burner” due to the pressures of business, career, running a business, family and more! Dr. Jain is the founder/owner of Arizona-based Rejuvena Health & Aesthetics, which Jain specializes in wellness and healthy aging. You’ll even hear how Dr. Jain made a difference in John’s health and life, and in the lives of many other professionals. Keep your business’s most importan...
2020-10-0152 minLife and work balance – The Mentors RadioDr. Jain talks about health & business with Host John Phillips
In this episode The Mentors host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Suniel Jain, NMD about the benefits of good health and how to take simple steps to ensure we don’t put our health on the “back burner” due to the pressures of business, career, running a business, family and more! Dr. Jain is the founder/owner of Arizona-based Rejuvena Health & Aesthetics, which Jain specializes in wellness and healthy aging. You’ll even hear how Dr. Jain made a difference in John’s health and life, and in the lives of many other professionals. Keep your business’s most importan...
2020-10-0152 minStick to Your Principles – The Mentors RadioDr. Jain talks about health & business with Host John Phillips
In this episode The Mentors host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Suniel Jain, NMD about the benefits of good health and how to take simple steps to ensure we don’t put our health on the “back burner” due to the pressures of business, career, running a business, family and more! Dr. Jain is the founder/owner of Arizona-based Rejuvena Health & Aesthetics, which Jain specializes in wellness and healthy aging. You’ll even hear how Dr. Jain made a difference in John’s health and life, and in the lives of many other professionals. Keep your business’s most importan...
2020-10-0152 minHealth matters too – The Mentors RadioDr. Jain talks about health & business with Host John Phillips
In this episode The Mentors host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Suniel Jain, NMD about the benefits of good health and how to take simple steps to ensure we don’t put our health on the “back burner” due to the pressures of business, career, running a business, family and more! Dr. Jain is the founder/owner of Arizona-based Rejuvena Health & Aesthetics, which Jain specializes in wellness and healthy aging. You’ll even hear how Dr. Jain made a difference in John’s health and life, and in the lives of many other professionals. Keep your business’s most importan...
2020-10-0152 minReach Your Full Potential – The Mentors RadioDr. Jain talks about health & business with Host John Phillips
In this episode The Mentors host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Suniel Jain, NMD about the benefits of good health and how to take simple steps to ensure we don’t put our health on the “back burner” due to the pressures of business, career, running a business, family and more! Dr. Jain is the founder/owner of Arizona-based Rejuvena Health & Aesthetics, which Jain specializes in wellness and healthy aging. You’ll even hear how Dr. Jain made a difference in John’s health and life, and in the lives of many other professionals. Keep your business’s most importan...
2020-10-0152 minEthical Leadership – The Mentors RadioDr. Jain talks about health & business with Host John Phillips
In this episode The Mentors host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Suniel Jain, NMD about the benefits of good health and how to take simple steps to ensure we don’t put our health on the “back burner” due to the pressures of business, career, running a business, family and more! Dr. Jain is the founder/owner of Arizona-based Rejuvena Health & Aesthetics, which Jain specializes in wellness and healthy aging. You’ll even hear how Dr. Jain made a difference in John’s health and life, and in the lives of many other professionals. Keep your business’s most importan...
2020-10-0152 minMake a Difference! – The Mentors RadioDr. Jain talks about health & business with Host John Phillips
In this episode The Mentors host John Phillips talks with guest mentor Suniel Jain, NMD about the benefits of good health and how to take simple steps to ensure we don’t put our health on the “back burner” due to the pressures of business, career, running a business, family and more! Dr. Jain is the founder/owner of Arizona-based Rejuvena Health & Aesthetics, which Jain specializes in wellness and healthy aging. You’ll even hear how Dr. Jain made a difference in John’s health and life, and in the lives of many other professionals. Keep your business’s most importan...
2020-10-0152 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioWhy do these Three Mentors want to help YOU succeed?Our Mentor Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao, and John Phillips have plenty to do. They are each highly successful CEOs from three very different fields. So, why would each of them agree to take turns hosting one of the most remarkable mentoring shows EVER? Because each of them are themselves natural mentors. They’ve been helping others succeed throughout their career, and they don’t plan to stop. The Mentors Radio gives each of them a platform to share their wisdom, discuss key decisions and principles of business, success, leadership and—most important—ethics—with their chosen guest mentors. You learn...
2020-07-2642 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioYOU CAN DO IT TOO: How one Family Business Survived Devastating Economic Times, through SIX generations – The Verdin CompanyMost family companies don’t last beyond three generations, instead they sell out or die off. So when a family-owned company endures through the Great Depression, Economic downturns, ups and downs, through six generations, it’s a rare and beautiful thing! In today’s show, Host John Phillips talks with Guest Bob Verdin of The Verdin Company—an East Coast company that has been making and repairing bells and tower clocks for more than 175 years. You’ll learn Bob’s passion for the business after all these years, and his passion for his role in the company. He shares some of the “...
2020-06-0941 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioBack to Basics with The MentorsThe Mentors Radio hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips are each successful, ethical CEOs and entrepreneurs in their own right, each hailing from three different industries. Together they deliver a powerful punch to those genuinely seeking how to succeed in business and life. In this episode, you’ll hear the real reasons each of these three outstanding and remarkable CEOs have a passion to help YOU succeed. Listen to the radio show podcast below. Sign up for FREE podcasts of the show here.
2020-05-2742 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioChris Smith on how to transform your business or brandBusiness growth and branding expert Chris Smith talks with host John Phillips Jr. on how to transform your business or enterprise. He exposes the simple things that many businesses and entrepreneurs overlook or just assume. But these seemingly simple things can radically transform your business, and quickly. He covers storytelling, productive networking, taking time to understand “who” your business is and what sets you apart, and how to achieve success. Find Show Notes here. Listen to Radio podcast below AFTER IT AIRS SATURDAY MORNING. Sign up for The Mentors Radio FREE podcast here.
2020-04-291h 02Know and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioWho are The Mentors? How do they want to help You succeed?Now in our 4th year, it’s always good to go back to our foundation — to peel back the outside layer and give you a first-hand, inside look at who are your three The Mentors hosts Ric Brutocao, Tom Loarie and John Phillips; what is their business journey, challenges, problems solved, and what are their reasons and passions for wanting YOU succeed in your business and dreams. They talk about why ethics and “doing the right thing”–regardless of the consequences or circumstances–ensures that whatever you do in life and business, you and your business will be trusted by those who...
2020-02-1942 minStarting a business – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minTechnology – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minEthical Leadership – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minLeadership – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minFinancial Challenges – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minLife and work balance – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minPeople Before Profit – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minBe Your Best Self – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minBusiness growth – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minPeople Matter! – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minStick to Your Principles – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minMake a Difference! – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minReach Your Full Potential – The Mentors RadioThe Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business…
The Mentors Hosts Tom Loarie, Ric Brutocao and John Phillips share their passion and learnings on ethics and business. Three different hosts, from three different fields and three very different career paths. Yet all three put people first, make decisions, lead teams and companies, and live their lives every day with ethics and “the right thing to do” always top-of-mind. Not every ethical leader is a great mentor, but these three hosts of The Mentors Radio are exceptional mentors to those around them. They’ve mentored others their entire lives, and also sought mentors themselves throughout their careers. But, don’t...
2020-01-0442 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioHow Technology is critical for your business successHost and CEO John Phillips talks with guest mentor Steve Garner about how and why technology is critical for your business success, and how to make sure you choose the right tech for YOUR unique business and functions. Mr. Garner is a seasoned tech expert and consultant, specializing in open source systems. His expertise dates back to the 1984 introduction of the Macintosh! Steve’s understanding and ability to leverage current technology to literally transform certain aspects of any business is superb, and he has helped countless companies with customized solutions to their problems. Episode will appear here after first ai...
2019-11-1942 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioHow to achieve radical business success and growthBusiness growth and branding expert Chris Smith talks with host John Phillips Jr. on how to achieve radical success in your business or enterprise. He explains what’s often overlooked, but critical, for every business; talks about the importance of storytelling, productive networking, taking time to understand “who” your business is and what sets you apart, and how to use these elements and more to consistently grow your business and brand. Find Show Notes here. Listen to Radio podcast below. Or, don’t miss an episode of The Mentors Radio and sign up for our FREE podcast here.
2019-05-0342 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioFamily Legacy: How to Build a Family Company that Endures Five Generations and MoreMost family companies don’t last beyond three generations, instead they sell out or die off. So when a family-owned company endures through the Great Depression, other recessessions, ups and downs, through more than five generations, it’s a rare and beautiful thing! Guest Bob Verdin of The Verdin Company—an East Coast company that has been and repairing bells and tower clocks for a very long time—talks with Host John Phillips about his passion for the business after all these years, and for what his role is. Bob reveals some of the secret sauce that will likely keep this...
2018-10-2452 minCareer and Job transition – The Mentors RadioYour Unique Difference: How to Know it, Tell it, and Benefit – Host John Phillips talks with Chris SmithGuest Chris Smith talks with The Mentors Radio host John Phillips about the critical importance of telling your story well — a behind-the-scenes, close-up look at the most fundamental of all principles in knock-it-out-of-the-ballpark, client-attracting branding. He calls the results The Campfire Effect… and it is POWERFUL!… but you’ll have to listen to find out why, and how it applies to you and your business. Find Show Notes here. Listen below..
2018-08-0452 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioYour Unique Difference: How to Know it, Tell it, and Benefit – Host John Phillips talks with Chris SmithGuest Chris Smith talks with The Mentors Radio host John Phillips about the critical importance of telling your story well — a behind-the-scenes, close-up look at the most fundamental of all principles in knock-it-out-of-the-ballpark, client-attracting branding. He calls the results The Campfire Effect… and it is POWERFUL!… but you’ll have to listen to find out why, and how it applies to you and your business. Find Show Notes here. Listen below..
2018-08-0452 minTell Your Story – The Mentors RadioYour Unique Difference: How to Know it, Tell it, and Benefit – Host John Phillips talks with Chris SmithGuest Chris Smith talks with The Mentors Radio host John Phillips about the critical importance of telling your story well — a behind-the-scenes, close-up look at the most fundamental of all principles in knock-it-out-of-the-ballpark, client-attracting branding. He calls the results The Campfire Effect… and it is POWERFUL!… but you’ll have to listen to find out why, and how it applies to you and your business. Find Show Notes here. Listen below..
2018-08-0452 minBranding – The Mentors RadioYour Unique Difference: How to Know it, Tell it, and Benefit – Host John Phillips talks with Chris SmithGuest Chris Smith talks with The Mentors Radio host John Phillips about the critical importance of telling your story well — a behind-the-scenes, close-up look at the most fundamental of all principles in knock-it-out-of-the-ballpark, client-attracting branding. He calls the results The Campfire Effect… and it is POWERFUL!… but you’ll have to listen to find out why, and how it applies to you and your business. Find Show Notes here. Listen below..
2018-08-0452 minReach Your Full Potential – The Mentors RadioYour Unique Difference: How to Know it, Tell it, and Benefit – Host John Phillips talks with Chris SmithGuest Chris Smith talks with The Mentors Radio host John Phillips about the critical importance of telling your story well — a behind-the-scenes, close-up look at the most fundamental of all principles in knock-it-out-of-the-ballpark, client-attracting branding. He calls the results The Campfire Effect… and it is POWERFUL!… but you’ll have to listen to find out why, and how it applies to you and your business. Find Show Notes here. Listen below..
2018-08-0452 minBusiness growth – The Mentors RadioYour Unique Difference: How to Know it, Tell it, and Benefit – Host John Phillips talks with Chris SmithGuest Chris Smith talks with The Mentors Radio host John Phillips about the critical importance of telling your story well — a behind-the-scenes, close-up look at the most fundamental of all principles in knock-it-out-of-the-ballpark, client-attracting branding. He calls the results The Campfire Effect… and it is POWERFUL!… but you’ll have to listen to find out why, and how it applies to you and your business. Find Show Notes here. Listen below..
2018-08-0452 minMake a Difference! – The Mentors RadioYour Unique Difference: How to Know it, Tell it, and Benefit – Host John Phillips talks with Chris SmithGuest Chris Smith talks with The Mentors Radio host John Phillips about the critical importance of telling your story well — a behind-the-scenes, close-up look at the most fundamental of all principles in knock-it-out-of-the-ballpark, client-attracting branding. He calls the results The Campfire Effect… and it is POWERFUL!… but you’ll have to listen to find out why, and how it applies to you and your business. Find Show Notes here. Listen below..
2018-08-0452 minStarting a business – The Mentors RadioYour Unique Difference: How to Know it, Tell it, and Benefit – Host John Phillips talks with Chris SmithGuest Chris Smith talks with The Mentors Radio host John Phillips about the critical importance of telling your story well — a behind-the-scenes, close-up look at the most fundamental of all principles in knock-it-out-of-the-ballpark, client-attracting branding. He calls the results The Campfire Effect… and it is POWERFUL!… but you’ll have to listen to find out why, and how it applies to you and your business. Find Show Notes here. Listen below..
2018-08-0452 minBe Your Best Self – The Mentors RadioYour Unique Difference: How to Know it, Tell it, and Benefit – Host John Phillips talks with Chris SmithGuest Chris Smith talks with The Mentors Radio host John Phillips about the critical importance of telling your story well — a behind-the-scenes, close-up look at the most fundamental of all principles in knock-it-out-of-the-ballpark, client-attracting branding. He calls the results The Campfire Effect… and it is POWERFUL!… but you’ll have to listen to find out why, and how it applies to you and your business. Find Show Notes here. Listen below..
2018-08-0452 minStick to Your Principles – The Mentors RadioYour Unique Difference: How to Know it, Tell it, and Benefit – Host John Phillips talks with Chris SmithGuest Chris Smith talks with The Mentors Radio host John Phillips about the critical importance of telling your story well — a behind-the-scenes, close-up look at the most fundamental of all principles in knock-it-out-of-the-ballpark, client-attracting branding. He calls the results The Campfire Effect… and it is POWERFUL!… but you’ll have to listen to find out why, and how it applies to you and your business. Find Show Notes here. Listen below..
2018-08-0452 minLegal Matters – The Mentors RadioHow to Retain GREAT Employees & Protect Your BusinessToday The Mentors Radio host John Phillips talks again with Don Alix, district manager for Insperity, but this time on the topic of how to retain and attract good employees. Small and medium businesses don’t have the same buying power that huge companies can leverage in offering employee benefits, continuing education, safety training and management, retirement and health benefits, and more. You’ll learn how small and medium businesses can offer the same—and even better—benefits and more to their employees, without crushing company costs. You’ll also hear a lot of John’s first-hand experience with this issue i...
2018-04-2852 minBusiness growth – The Mentors RadioInnovative HR Solutions for Small Business – Host John Phillips talks with Don AlixIn this episode, The Mentors host John Phillips talks with Don Alix, district manager of Insperity, regarding the human resources (HR) challenges faced by small and some mid-size businesses. Alix has served as a trusted advisor to businesses for more than 25 years, providing an array of human resources and business solutions designed to help improve business performance. In this show, you’ll learn some wonderfully innovative HR solutions that can offer employees more benefits than most business owners think possible, and that won’t break the bank. Find show notes here.
2018-02-2352 minMoney – The Mentors RadioInnovative HR Solutions for Small Business – Host John Phillips talks with Don AlixIn this episode, The Mentors host John Phillips talks with Don Alix, district manager of Insperity, regarding the human resources (HR) challenges faced by small and some mid-size businesses. Alix has served as a trusted advisor to businesses for more than 25 years, providing an array of human resources and business solutions designed to help improve business performance. In this show, you’ll learn some wonderfully innovative HR solutions that can offer employees more benefits than most business owners think possible, and that won’t break the bank. Find show notes here.
2018-02-2352 minStarting a business – The Mentors RadioInnovative HR Solutions for Small Business – Host John Phillips talks with Don AlixIn this episode, The Mentors host John Phillips talks with Don Alix, district manager of Insperity, regarding the human resources (HR) challenges faced by small and some mid-size businesses. Alix has served as a trusted advisor to businesses for more than 25 years, providing an array of human resources and business solutions designed to help improve business performance. In this show, you’ll learn some wonderfully innovative HR solutions that can offer employees more benefits than most business owners think possible, and that won’t break the bank. Find show notes here.
2018-02-2352 minLeadership – The Mentors RadioInnovative HR Solutions for Small Business – Host John Phillips talks with Don AlixIn this episode, The Mentors host John Phillips talks with Don Alix, district manager of Insperity, regarding the human resources (HR) challenges faced by small and some mid-size businesses. Alix has served as a trusted advisor to businesses for more than 25 years, providing an array of human resources and business solutions designed to help improve business performance. In this show, you’ll learn some wonderfully innovative HR solutions that can offer employees more benefits than most business owners think possible, and that won’t break the bank. Find show notes here.
2018-02-2352 minFinances – The Mentors RadioInnovative HR Solutions for Small Business – Host John Phillips talks with Don AlixIn this episode, The Mentors host John Phillips talks with Don Alix, district manager of Insperity, regarding the human resources (HR) challenges faced by small and some mid-size businesses. Alix has served as a trusted advisor to businesses for more than 25 years, providing an array of human resources and business solutions designed to help improve business performance. In this show, you’ll learn some wonderfully innovative HR solutions that can offer employees more benefits than most business owners think possible, and that won’t break the bank. Find show notes here.
2018-02-2352 minPeople Matter! – The Mentors RadioInnovative HR Solutions for Small Business – Host John Phillips talks with Don AlixIn this episode, The Mentors host John Phillips talks with Don Alix, district manager of Insperity, regarding the human resources (HR) challenges faced by small and some mid-size businesses. Alix has served as a trusted advisor to businesses for more than 25 years, providing an array of human resources and business solutions designed to help improve business performance. In this show, you’ll learn some wonderfully innovative HR solutions that can offer employees more benefits than most business owners think possible, and that won’t break the bank. Find show notes here.
2018-02-2352 minHR – Human Resources issues – The Mentors RadioInnovative HR Solutions for Small Business – Host John Phillips talks with Don AlixIn this episode, The Mentors host John Phillips talks with Don Alix, district manager of Insperity, regarding the human resources (HR) challenges faced by small and some mid-size businesses. Alix has served as a trusted advisor to businesses for more than 25 years, providing an array of human resources and business solutions designed to help improve business performance. In this show, you’ll learn some wonderfully innovative HR solutions that can offer employees more benefits than most business owners think possible, and that won’t break the bank. Find show notes here.
2018-02-2352 minStick to Your Principles – The Mentors RadioInnovative HR Solutions for Small Business – Host John Phillips talks with Don AlixIn this episode, The Mentors host John Phillips talks with Don Alix, district manager of Insperity, regarding the human resources (HR) challenges faced by small and some mid-size businesses. Alix has served as a trusted advisor to businesses for more than 25 years, providing an array of human resources and business solutions designed to help improve business performance. In this show, you’ll learn some wonderfully innovative HR solutions that can offer employees more benefits than most business owners think possible, and that won’t break the bank. Find show notes here.
2018-02-2352 minPeople Before Profit – The Mentors RadioInnovative HR Solutions for Small Business – Host John Phillips talks with Don AlixIn this episode, The Mentors host John Phillips talks with Don Alix, district manager of Insperity, regarding the human resources (HR) challenges faced by small and some mid-size businesses. Alix has served as a trusted advisor to businesses for more than 25 years, providing an array of human resources and business solutions designed to help improve business performance. In this show, you’ll learn some wonderfully innovative HR solutions that can offer employees more benefits than most business owners think possible, and that won’t break the bank. Find show notes here.
2018-02-2352 minPeople Before Profit – The Mentors RadioCreate The Campfire Effect for Rapid, Sustainable Business Growth, Host John Phillips talks with Chris Smith, founderThis week on The Mentors Radio Show host John Phillips interviews Chris Smith, founder of The Campfire Effect (TM), about his innovative, common sense system for radical business growth and success…. Even better, Smith has fun on the journey. Nothing painful here! Just pure common sense, applied systematically. In this interview, listeners will learn the critical importance—and the power—of what Smith describes as “telling your story well.” Attracting and engaging customers, marketing, innovating, rapid growth—all depend on a clear concept of “who” your business is, who you are. And not just you, the founder, but “you” the team and the busi...
2017-10-2152 minLeadership – The Mentors RadioCreate The Campfire Effect for Rapid, Sustainable Business Growth, Host John Phillips talks with Chris Smith, founderThis week on The Mentors Radio Show host John Phillips interviews Chris Smith, founder of The Campfire Effect (TM), about his innovative, common sense system for radical business growth and success…. Even better, Smith has fun on the journey. Nothing painful here! Just pure common sense, applied systematically. In this interview, listeners will learn the critical importance—and the power—of what Smith describes as “telling your story well.” Attracting and engaging customers, marketing, innovating, rapid growth—all depend on a clear concept of “who” your business is, who you are. And not just you, the founder, but “you” the team and the busi...
2017-10-2152 minBusiness growth – The Mentors RadioCreate The Campfire Effect for Rapid, Sustainable Business Growth, Host John Phillips talks with Chris Smith, founderThis week on The Mentors Radio Show host John Phillips interviews Chris Smith, founder of The Campfire Effect (TM), about his innovative, common sense system for radical business growth and success…. Even better, Smith has fun on the journey. Nothing painful here! Just pure common sense, applied systematically. In this interview, listeners will learn the critical importance—and the power—of what Smith describes as “telling your story well.” Attracting and engaging customers, marketing, innovating, rapid growth—all depend on a clear concept of “who” your business is, who you are. And not just you, the founder, but “you” the team and the busi...
2017-10-2152 minMake a Difference! – The Mentors RadioCreate The Campfire Effect for Rapid, Sustainable Business Growth, Host John Phillips talks with Chris Smith, founderThis week on The Mentors Radio Show host John Phillips interviews Chris Smith, founder of The Campfire Effect (TM), about his innovative, common sense system for radical business growth and success…. Even better, Smith has fun on the journey. Nothing painful here! Just pure common sense, applied systematically. In this interview, listeners will learn the critical importance—and the power—of what Smith describes as “telling your story well.” Attracting and engaging customers, marketing, innovating, rapid growth—all depend on a clear concept of “who” your business is, who you are. And not just you, the founder, but “you” the team and the busi...
2017-10-2152 minTeam-building – The Mentors RadioCreate The Campfire Effect for Rapid, Sustainable Business Growth, Host John Phillips talks with Chris Smith, founderThis week on The Mentors Radio Show host John Phillips interviews Chris Smith, founder of The Campfire Effect (TM), about his innovative, common sense system for radical business growth and success…. Even better, Smith has fun on the journey. Nothing painful here! Just pure common sense, applied systematically. In this interview, listeners will learn the critical importance—and the power—of what Smith describes as “telling your story well.” Attracting and engaging customers, marketing, innovating, rapid growth—all depend on a clear concept of “who” your business is, who you are. And not just you, the founder, but “you” the team and the busi...
2017-10-2152 minTell Your Story – The Mentors RadioCreate The Campfire Effect for Rapid, Sustainable Business Growth, Host John Phillips talks with Chris Smith, founderThis week on The Mentors Radio Show host John Phillips interviews Chris Smith, founder of The Campfire Effect (TM), about his innovative, common sense system for radical business growth and success…. Even better, Smith has fun on the journey. Nothing painful here! Just pure common sense, applied systematically. In this interview, listeners will learn the critical importance—and the power—of what Smith describes as “telling your story well.” Attracting and engaging customers, marketing, innovating, rapid growth—all depend on a clear concept of “who” your business is, who you are. And not just you, the founder, but “you” the team and the busi...
2017-10-2152 minBranding – The Mentors RadioCreate The Campfire Effect for Rapid, Sustainable Business Growth, Host John Phillips talks with Chris Smith, founderThis week on The Mentors Radio Show host John Phillips interviews Chris Smith, founder of The Campfire Effect (TM), about his innovative, common sense system for radical business growth and success…. Even better, Smith has fun on the journey. Nothing painful here! Just pure common sense, applied systematically. In this interview, listeners will learn the critical importance—and the power—of what Smith describes as “telling your story well.” Attracting and engaging customers, marketing, innovating, rapid growth—all depend on a clear concept of “who” your business is, who you are. And not just you, the founder, but “you” the team and the busi...
2017-10-2152 minStick to Your Principles – The Mentors RadioCreate The Campfire Effect for Rapid, Sustainable Business Growth, Host John Phillips talks with Chris Smith, founderThis week on The Mentors Radio Show host John Phillips interviews Chris Smith, founder of The Campfire Effect (TM), about his innovative, common sense system for radical business growth and success…. Even better, Smith has fun on the journey. Nothing painful here! Just pure common sense, applied systematically. In this interview, listeners will learn the critical importance—and the power—of what Smith describes as “telling your story well.” Attracting and engaging customers, marketing, innovating, rapid growth—all depend on a clear concept of “who” your business is, who you are. And not just you, the founder, but “you” the team and the busi...
2017-10-2152 minReach Your Full Potential – The Mentors RadioCreate The Campfire Effect for Rapid, Sustainable Business Growth, Host John Phillips talks with Chris Smith, founderThis week on The Mentors Radio Show host John Phillips interviews Chris Smith, founder of The Campfire Effect (TM), about his innovative, common sense system for radical business growth and success…. Even better, Smith has fun on the journey. Nothing painful here! Just pure common sense, applied systematically. In this interview, listeners will learn the critical importance—and the power—of what Smith describes as “telling your story well.” Attracting and engaging customers, marketing, innovating, rapid growth—all depend on a clear concept of “who” your business is, who you are. And not just you, the founder, but “you” the team and the busi...
2017-10-2152 minCareer and Job transition – The Mentors RadioCreate The Campfire Effect for Rapid, Sustainable Business Growth, Host John Phillips talks with Chris Smith, founderThis week on The Mentors Radio Show host John Phillips interviews Chris Smith, founder of The Campfire Effect (TM), about his innovative, common sense system for radical business growth and success…. Even better, Smith has fun on the journey. Nothing painful here! Just pure common sense, applied systematically. In this interview, listeners will learn the critical importance—and the power—of what Smith describes as “telling your story well.” Attracting and engaging customers, marketing, innovating, rapid growth—all depend on a clear concept of “who” your business is, who you are. And not just you, the founder, but “you” the team and the busi...
2017-10-2152 minStarting a business – The Mentors RadioSixth Generation Family-run Business Co-Owner Bob Verdin and The Mentors Host John Phillips Share Secrets of Building a Business that will Last for Generations – #TM029Only 3% of family-run businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond. Yet, about 35% of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and family businesses generate 62% employment in the U.S. and account for 78% of new job creation. So, what’s the secret sauce that sustains a family-run business beyond the fourth generation? That’s what listeners will find out as The Mentors Radio host John Phillips interviews Bob Verdin, sixth generation co-owner of family-owned The Verdin Company, creator and restorer of bells and huge town clocks. The Verdin Company is currently celebrating its 175th Anniversary and has been featured on the History Channel...
2017-09-2352 minFinancial Challenges – The Mentors RadioSixth Generation Family-run Business Co-Owner Bob Verdin and The Mentors Host John Phillips Share Secrets of Building a Business that will Last for Generations – #TM029Only 3% of family-run businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond. Yet, about 35% of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and family businesses generate 62% employment in the U.S. and account for 78% of new job creation. So, what’s the secret sauce that sustains a family-run business beyond the fourth generation? That’s what listeners will find out as The Mentors Radio host John Phillips interviews Bob Verdin, sixth generation co-owner of family-owned The Verdin Company, creator and restorer of bells and huge town clocks. The Verdin Company is currently celebrating its 175th Anniversary and has been featured on the History Channel...
2017-09-2352 minEthical Leadership – The Mentors RadioSixth Generation Family-run Business Co-Owner Bob Verdin and The Mentors Host John Phillips Share Secrets of Building a Business that will Last for Generations – #TM029Only 3% of family-run businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond. Yet, about 35% of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and family businesses generate 62% employment in the U.S. and account for 78% of new job creation. So, what’s the secret sauce that sustains a family-run business beyond the fourth generation? That’s what listeners will find out as The Mentors Radio host John Phillips interviews Bob Verdin, sixth generation co-owner of family-owned The Verdin Company, creator and restorer of bells and huge town clocks. The Verdin Company is currently celebrating its 175th Anniversary and has been featured on the History Channel...
2017-09-2352 minPeople Before Profit – The Mentors RadioSixth Generation Family-run Business Co-Owner Bob Verdin and The Mentors Host John Phillips Share Secrets of Building a Business that will Last for Generations – #TM029Only 3% of family-run businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond. Yet, about 35% of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and family businesses generate 62% employment in the U.S. and account for 78% of new job creation. So, what’s the secret sauce that sustains a family-run business beyond the fourth generation? That’s what listeners will find out as The Mentors Radio host John Phillips interviews Bob Verdin, sixth generation co-owner of family-owned The Verdin Company, creator and restorer of bells and huge town clocks. The Verdin Company is currently celebrating its 175th Anniversary and has been featured on the History Channel...
2017-09-2352 minPeople Matter! – The Mentors RadioSixth Generation Family-run Business Co-Owner Bob Verdin and The Mentors Host John Phillips Share Secrets of Building a Business that will Last for Generations – #TM029Only 3% of family-run businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond. Yet, about 35% of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and family businesses generate 62% employment in the U.S. and account for 78% of new job creation. So, what’s the secret sauce that sustains a family-run business beyond the fourth generation? That’s what listeners will find out as The Mentors Radio host John Phillips interviews Bob Verdin, sixth generation co-owner of family-owned The Verdin Company, creator and restorer of bells and huge town clocks. The Verdin Company is currently celebrating its 175th Anniversary and has been featured on the History Channel...
2017-09-2352 minLeadership – The Mentors RadioSixth Generation Family-run Business Co-Owner Bob Verdin and The Mentors Host John Phillips Share Secrets of Building a Business that will Last for Generations – #TM029Only 3% of family-run businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond. Yet, about 35% of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and family businesses generate 62% employment in the U.S. and account for 78% of new job creation. So, what’s the secret sauce that sustains a family-run business beyond the fourth generation? That’s what listeners will find out as The Mentors Radio host John Phillips interviews Bob Verdin, sixth generation co-owner of family-owned The Verdin Company, creator and restorer of bells and huge town clocks. The Verdin Company is currently celebrating its 175th Anniversary and has been featured on the History Channel...
2017-09-2352 minBusiness growth – The Mentors RadioSixth Generation Family-run Business Co-Owner Bob Verdin and The Mentors Host John Phillips Share Secrets of Building a Business that will Last for Generations – #TM029Only 3% of family-run businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond. Yet, about 35% of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and family businesses generate 62% employment in the U.S. and account for 78% of new job creation. So, what’s the secret sauce that sustains a family-run business beyond the fourth generation? That’s what listeners will find out as The Mentors Radio host John Phillips interviews Bob Verdin, sixth generation co-owner of family-owned The Verdin Company, creator and restorer of bells and huge town clocks. The Verdin Company is currently celebrating its 175th Anniversary and has been featured on the History Channel...
2017-09-2352 minMake a Difference! – The Mentors RadioSixth Generation Family-run Business Co-Owner Bob Verdin and The Mentors Host John Phillips Share Secrets of Building a Business that will Last for Generations – #TM029Only 3% of family-run businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond. Yet, about 35% of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and family businesses generate 62% employment in the U.S. and account for 78% of new job creation. So, what’s the secret sauce that sustains a family-run business beyond the fourth generation? That’s what listeners will find out as The Mentors Radio host John Phillips interviews Bob Verdin, sixth generation co-owner of family-owned The Verdin Company, creator and restorer of bells and huge town clocks. The Verdin Company is currently celebrating its 175th Anniversary and has been featured on the History Channel...
2017-09-2352 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioSixth Generation Family-run Business Co-Owner Bob Verdin and The Mentors Host John Phillips Share Secrets of Building a Business that will Last for Generations – #TM029Only 3% of family-run businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond. Yet, about 35% of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and family businesses generate 62% employment in the U.S. and account for 78% of new job creation. So, what’s the secret sauce that sustains a family-run business beyond the fourth generation? That’s what listeners will find out as The Mentors Radio host John Phillips interviews Bob Verdin, sixth generation co-owner of family-owned The Verdin Company, creator and restorer of bells and huge town clocks. The Verdin Company is currently celebrating its 175th Anniversary and has been featured on the History Channel...
2017-09-2352 minStick to Your Principles – The Mentors RadioSixth Generation Family-run Business Co-Owner Bob Verdin and The Mentors Host John Phillips Share Secrets of Building a Business that will Last for Generations – #TM029Only 3% of family-run businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond. Yet, about 35% of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and family businesses generate 62% employment in the U.S. and account for 78% of new job creation. So, what’s the secret sauce that sustains a family-run business beyond the fourth generation? That’s what listeners will find out as The Mentors Radio host John Phillips interviews Bob Verdin, sixth generation co-owner of family-owned The Verdin Company, creator and restorer of bells and huge town clocks. The Verdin Company is currently celebrating its 175th Anniversary and has been featured on the History Channel...
2017-09-2352 minBe Your Best Self – The Mentors RadioInspiring Interview with John Phillips on his way back from Help for Houston trip
John Phillips
A week and a half ago The Mentors Radio Host John Phillips and his wife, Mary, wanted to help Hurricane Harvey flood victims in Houston. Over lunch on Monday they decided to drop everything, load up their 8-foot by 40-foot horse and living trailer with essential supplies like water and diapers and deliver the supplies to a church distribution center in Montgomery, Texas, located just up a small hill from some of the worst-hit Texas regions. From Arizona that is a 17-HOUR trip ONE way.
One of three...
2017-09-1411 minPeople Before Profit – The Mentors RadioInspiring Interview with John Phillips on his way back from Help for Houston trip
John Phillips
A week and a half ago The Mentors Radio Host John Phillips and his wife, Mary, wanted to help Hurricane Harvey flood victims in Houston. Over lunch on Monday they decided to drop everything, load up their 8-foot by 40-foot horse and living trailer with essential supplies like water and diapers and deliver the supplies to a church distribution center in Montgomery, Texas, located just up a small hill from some of the worst-hit Texas regions. From Arizona that is a 17-HOUR trip ONE way.
One of three...
2017-09-1411 minLeadership – The Mentors RadioInspiring Interview with John Phillips on his way back from Help for Houston trip
John Phillips
A week and a half ago The Mentors Radio Host John Phillips and his wife, Mary, wanted to help Hurricane Harvey flood victims in Houston. Over lunch on Monday they decided to drop everything, load up their 8-foot by 40-foot horse and living trailer with essential supplies like water and diapers and deliver the supplies to a church distribution center in Montgomery, Texas, located just up a small hill from some of the worst-hit Texas regions. From Arizona that is a 17-HOUR trip ONE way.
One of three...
2017-09-1411 minMake a Difference! – The Mentors RadioInspiring Interview with John Phillips on his way back from Help for Houston trip
John Phillips
A week and a half ago The Mentors Radio Host John Phillips and his wife, Mary, wanted to help Hurricane Harvey flood victims in Houston. Over lunch on Monday they decided to drop everything, load up their 8-foot by 40-foot horse and living trailer with essential supplies like water and diapers and deliver the supplies to a church distribution center in Montgomery, Texas, located just up a small hill from some of the worst-hit Texas regions. From Arizona that is a 17-HOUR trip ONE way.
One of three...
2017-09-1411 minEthical Leadership – The Mentors RadioInspiring Interview with John Phillips on his way back from Help for Houston trip
John Phillips
A week and a half ago The Mentors Radio Host John Phillips and his wife, Mary, wanted to help Hurricane Harvey flood victims in Houston. Over lunch on Monday they decided to drop everything, load up their 8-foot by 40-foot horse and living trailer with essential supplies like water and diapers and deliver the supplies to a church distribution center in Montgomery, Texas, located just up a small hill from some of the worst-hit Texas regions. From Arizona that is a 17-HOUR trip ONE way.
One of three...
2017-09-1411 minStick to Your Principles – The Mentors RadioInspiring Interview with John Phillips on his way back from Help for Houston trip
John Phillips
A week and a half ago The Mentors Radio Host John Phillips and his wife, Mary, wanted to help Hurricane Harvey flood victims in Houston. Over lunch on Monday they decided to drop everything, load up their 8-foot by 40-foot horse and living trailer with essential supplies like water and diapers and deliver the supplies to a church distribution center in Montgomery, Texas, located just up a small hill from some of the worst-hit Texas regions. From Arizona that is a 17-HOUR trip ONE way.
One of three...
2017-09-1411 minPeople Matter! – The Mentors RadioInspiring Interview with John Phillips on his way back from Help for Houston trip
John Phillips
A week and a half ago The Mentors Radio Host John Phillips and his wife, Mary, wanted to help Hurricane Harvey flood victims in Houston. Over lunch on Monday they decided to drop everything, load up their 8-foot by 40-foot horse and living trailer with essential supplies like water and diapers and deliver the supplies to a church distribution center in Montgomery, Texas, located just up a small hill from some of the worst-hit Texas regions. From Arizona that is a 17-HOUR trip ONE way.
One of three...
2017-09-1411 minKnow and build on strengths – The Mentors RadioAchieving Better Health and Income with a Home-Based Business – #TM025According to statistics referenced in March 2017, there are more than 38 MILLION home-based businesses in the U.S. Twenty percent of these earn $100,000 to $500,000 a year. Seventy percent are successful within 3 years of launching, and most of them are cheap to start. So, if you are considering—or already running—a home-based business, you’re not alone! In today’s episode, The Mentors host John Phillips talks with two seasoned and successful home-based business owners—Catherine Moran and Kent Mast—who are both with Hope in a Can. Over the next 55 minutes, you’ll learn what’s involved in …launching a home-based busines...
2017-08-2652 minLegal Matters – The Mentors RadioHow to Attract and Keep the Best Employees -#TM011John Phillips
The Mentors radio host John Phillips talks about solutions to common human resource problems with Don Alix, a seasoned district manager with Insperity, Inc., a company that provides full service human resources services to complement small and medium business resources. In this episode of The Mentors, business owners and entrepreneurs will learn how the right third-party human resource company can offer your employees attractive benefits that you alone could not have afforded, thus giving them yet another reason to stay and grow with you. To reach the mentors or ask a question, go t...
2017-05-2052 min