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Two Tall Guys Talking Sales The Hidden Driver of Every Sale: Mike Dowhan Explains How Compelling Events Shape Business Acumen and Sales StrategiesIn this episode of Two Tall Guys Talking Sales, hosts Kevin Lawson and Sean O'Shaughnessey welcome Mike Dowhan, founder of Bedrock Sales. Together, they explore one of the most overlooked yet transformative aspects of sales management: the compelling event. Mike brings over two decades of experience helping organizations refine their sales processes, understand buyer motivation, and drive consistent revenue generation. Whether you're a frontline seller or a sales leader guiding a team, this episode unpacks how identifying and leveraging compelling events can be the difference between chasing deals and closing them confidently. Key Topics Discussed ...

2025-10-2816 min

The Kevin Dairaghi Show 66. Don't be Money's B*tch - Mike Kitko on inner wealth, success and peaceWork with Kevin to get the confidence to build the life you want. - - - - - The One with Mike Kitko Kevin sits down with Mike for a chat with Mike Kitko - long time mindset coach and guide for executives. Mike and Kevin talk Mike's new book, his process and the journey to a healthy relationship with money. Stay tuned for "The One with Mike Kitko" House Buying Website: www.RestoreSTL.com Connect with Kevin Dairaghi! Website: www.kevindairaghi.com LinkedIn: www...

2025-09-1655 min

Kev Talks - REAL World Global Logistics Mike Graen on Retail, Technology, and Real-World CollaborationIn this episode, Kevin Parkerson & Kevin Higgins sit down with Mike Graen, a seasoned retail and supply chain professional whose 40-year career includes leadership roles at Procter & Gamble, Walmart, and the RFID Lab at Auburn University. From category management to emerging tech, Mike shares a refreshingly honest perspective on what works, and what doesn’t, when it comes to driving real results in retail and logistics.Mike reflects on his early days at P&G working with Walmart, helping pioneer the category captain model that shaped modern retail collaboration. He explains how true category management meant aligning ma...

2025-08-0153 min

CPhT Connect The Podcast with Mike Johnston, CPhT-Adv Episode 104 - Exploring Career Paths with Kevin JudeichWelcome to a new episode of CPhT Connect, the podcast for Pharmacy Technicians! Join hosts Mike Johnston and Ashleigh Smith as they welcome back Kevin Judeich, Licensing and Accreditation Specialist at Curexa Pharmacy, for an engaging conversation about career growth, specialization, and making an impact in pharmacy. In this episode, Kevin shares how his role has evolved—from a generalist technician to a regulatory specialist working with telemedicine providers and veterinary practices in a compounding and fulfillment setting. He breaks down what it means to become a "T-shaped employee," emphasizing the value of broad foundational knowledge paired wi...

2025-06-2440 min

Maps Are Dead Kevin’s Journey and the Truth About Mental PerformanceStop trying to control the outcome.You don’t need all the answers. You need a vision big enough to drown out fear.Kevin left Italy, didn’t speak English, and still built a world-class career. Not because he knew every step—but because he moved anyway.Success isn’t about being ready. It’s about being resilient.What decision are you stalling on because you're trying to “do it right”?SummaryIn this episode of 'Maps are Dead', Mike Dauphinee interviews Kevin, a graduate student and golfer from Italy, who shares his...

2025-06-1743 min $Don\'t Kill the Messenger with Movie Strategist Kevin Goetz$

Don't Kill the Messenger with Movie Strategist Kevin Goetz Mike Marcus (Manager, Producer, & Former Studio Head) on Building Hollywood Networks and Creating Hit FilmsSend Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz interviews Mike Marcus, whose impressive 57-year career spans from agency mailroom to MGM Pictures president to management company founder. In his early career as an agent, Marcus built an impressive client roster including Robin Williams, John Landis, and Sidney Pollack before transitioning into a top studio executive role and eventually launching the management division at Echo Lake Entertainment. Marcus was instrumental in bringing iconic films like The Fisher King, Trading Places, An American Werewolf in London, Get Shorty, and Stargate to...

2025-05-0743 min

Money Stories Kevin Dahlstrom: The Price of Building a Life You Don't WantWhat if the life you’re building... isn’t yours?In this episode of Money Stories, Kevin Dahlstrom unpacks what it takes to walk away from a “perfect” life—and why true wealth starts where societal success ends.You’ll hear:The boardroom epiphany that changed everythingWhy so many high-achievers feel trapped by the very lives they builtThe surprising role rock climbing played in Kevin’s path to freedomHow to design a life that aligns with your values (not someone else’s expectations)Why controlling your time is the most underrated definition of su...

2025-04-2556 min

First Baptist Spartanburg (Video)Dr. Kevin Ezell | Living On Mission Dr. Mike Harder invites the President of the North American Mission Board, Dr. Kevin Ezell, to share his message about Living On Mission. He reads from 1 Corinthians 16:5-9, Acts 13:3 and Philippians 3:13-14, challenging us to be intentional, expect challenges, and to stay faithful and focused.

2025-04-0600 min

First Baptist Spartanburg (Audio)Dr. Kevin Ezell | Living On Mission Dr. Mike Harder invites the President of the North American Mission Board, Dr. Kevin Ezell, to share his message about Living On Mission. He reads from 1 Corinthians 16:5-9, Acts 13:3 and Philippians 3:13-14, challenging us to be intentional, expect challenges, and to stay faithful and focused.

2025-04-0639 min

2025-04-0600 min

Grit, Grace, & Inspiration | Inspiring Stories & Motivational Speeches for Your Personal Growth Journey #378: Motivational Journey: Mike Calvo’s Rise from Blind Drug Dealer to CEO & Truths About BlindnessWhat does it really take to rise from the streets to the C-suite? This is a story so gripping, bold, and empowering—it’ll challenge what you think you know about success, struggle, and what’s truly possible.This is the raw, unfiltered story of Mike Calvo—a blind Cuban-American who went from hustling drugs in 1980s Miami to becoming a pioneering tech CEO. His story forces us to confront uncomfortable truths about how society sees race, disability, and the very real limits of modern DEI.Ready for An Inspirational Ride to the Top?Tap pl...

2025-03-2558 min $Don\'t Kill the Messenger with Movie Strategist Kevin Goetz$

Don't Kill the Messenger with Movie Strategist Kevin Goetz Mike Medavoy (Legendary Agent, Producer, & Studio Executive) on an Extraordinary Hollywood JourneySend Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz welcomes an industry titan-- film producer and studio executive Mike Medavoy. With a career spanning over five decades, Medavoy has been closely involved with over 300 feature films, with seven winning Best Picture Oscars. From agent to studio chief to producer, his remarkable journey from Shanghai to Hollywood has shaped some of cinema's most important films, including Rocky, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Apocalypse Now, Platoon, and Silence of the Lambs. With characteristic humility and wisdom, Medavoy shares fascinating stories from...

2025-03-1940 min

Kev Talks - REAL World Global Logistics Digital Transformation & Last-Mile Logistics with Mike RobinsonIn this episode of Kev Talks: Real World Global Logistics, hosts Kevin Parkerson and Kevin Higgins sit down with Mike Robinson, a seasoned retail executive, board member, and startup advisor with over 30 years of experience in consumer products, digital transformation, and logistics.Mike shares key insights from his career, including how he helped scale Macy’s online business from $700M to $7B, and his ongoing efforts to optimize last-mile logistics through his company, The Eighth Notch. He discusses how retail and e-commerce have evolved, emphasizing that traditional last-mile delivery models are inefficient and need synchroniz...

2025-02-2145 min

The Customer Success Playbook CSP S3 E 15 - Mike Sabat Twilio - Meta Prompt for SuccessSend us a textIn this thought-provoking episode, Mike Sabat, Enterprise Account Executive at Twilio, unveils practical strategies for leveraging AI in customer success and account management. He shares groundbreaking approaches to AI implementation, including using it as a virtual coworker and harnessing tools like Google Gemini for comprehensive account research. The discussion reveals how AI can dramatically reduce research time while improving the quality and depth of account planning.Detailed AnalysisThe episode delves deep into the practical application of AI in customer success, highlighting several transformative approaches:

2025-02-0710 min

The Customer Success Playbook CSP S3 E14 - Mike Sabat Twilio - The Merger of CSM and AESend us a textSummaryIn this thought-provoking discussion, Mike Sabat from Twilio shares his perspective on the potential convergence of Customer Success Management (CSM) and Account Executive (AE) roles in enterprise technology. The conversation delves into how consumption-based pricing models and increasing product complexity are driving this transformation, with particular emphasis on revenue responsibility and customer relationship management in the modern tech landscape.Detailed AnalysisThe episode explores the shifting dynamics of customer-facing roles in enterprise technology, highlighting several key trends and implications:

2025-02-0512 min

The Customer Success Playbook CSP S3 E13 - Mike Sabat - Twilio - Upsells in Account ReviewsSend us a textIn this compelling episode of the Customer Success Playbook podcast, Mike Sabat, Enterprise Account Executive at Twilio, shares his expertise on effectively incorporating upsells into account reviews. He discusses how the increasing complexity of modern products creates opportunities for account managers to deliver additional value through strategic guidance and optimization recommendations. Mike emphasizes the importance of being a trusted advisor, particularly in consumption-based pricing models, and shares practical examples of how understanding customer usage patterns can lead to cost savings and improved outcomes.Detailed AnalysisThe...

2025-02-0307 min

What Are You Made Of?Building Impactful Teams & Finding Fulfillment with Leadership Expert Kevin EikenberryMike "C-Roc" sits down with Kevin Eikenberry, a renowned leadership expert, bestselling author, and Chief Potential Officer at the Kevin Eikenberry Group. Kevin shares insights from over three decades of guiding organizations and individuals to reach their highest potential, including how he transitioned from his corporate role at Chevron to building a successful leadership consulting business. The conversation dives deep into Kevin's journey, from his beginnings in a Michigan farm family to becoming a global thought leader in leadership and remote work. Kevin explains the importance of staying present, valuing the journey, and the...

2024-11-0432 min

The Talking Friendship with Mike D Podcast Season 5 - Episode 16 - Mike talks the 2024 CFP National Championship Game (Michigan v Washington) with Irfan Bhabhrawala and Kevin WernerIn Episode 16 of Season 5 Mike and his best in the nation Michigan fan buddies Irfan Bhabhrawala and Kevin Werner put a bow on a legendary season of college football, friendship and life by discussing the 2024 National Championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Washington Huskies. Follow the podcast on Twitter/X: @friendsofmikedEmail the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.comKey moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes listeners to S5E16 featuring Irfan Bhabhrawala and Kevin Werner4:00: Mike corrects zero mistakes from past episodes5:00: What’s been goin...

2024-08-191h 51 $How\'d it Happen?$

How'd it Happen?Kevin Gibbon - Priceless Insight on 10X OptimismDo you want to know what it takes to create something truly magical from absolutely nothing? Building a remarkable business from the ground up requires focusing on being better than what is already out there. But here is the key: you can’t just be slightly better than your competition. You need to go all in on being 10 times better than what is currently already being done. This is the mindset that Kevin Gibbon operates from and it has served him very well.Sometimes the misplaced step offers the most profound and lasting insight. Innately entrepreneurial, Airhouse CE...

2024-07-0158 min

The Next 100 Days Podcast #427 – Mike King – High Ticket Sales CampaignsHigh Ticket Sales Campaigns Mike King helps clients identify gaps in their client acquisition strategy especially with High Ticket Sales Campaigns. He helps them fix it and then scale it. Plus, he's got lots to share about being a better husband. On top of that, this Michigan high performer is also on the leadership team for the MeclabsAI development that Graham is a bit part player in! Summary of the Podcast Introduction to Mike King Graham introduces Mike King, who like Graham is part of the MeclabsAI Guild. Mike is from Michigan. His expertise is in high ticket sales campaigns. ...

2024-05-3145 min

The Suffering Podcast Episode 180: The Suffering of Jerzey Mike with Mike FariaSend us a textMike Faria was born and raised in New Jersey and as a teenager experimenting with drugs and alcohol to deal with his childhood traumas. In October 2019, Mike went into a major depression and began drinking more than he ever had in his life. Mike had to take leave from his job to try and function through the drunken hours. He thought he was going to be able to stop, but he was wrong. In January 2020, Mike was found barely breathing in his house from acute liver failure, hepatic e...

2024-05-261h 13

Detective Story: True Crime Insights with Mike Hammond and Chris Kafcas Detective Story Episode #5 Sergeant Walter Kevin Artz and the summer of 1987Send us a textDetective Hammond returns with the very personal story the murder of Vigo County Sheriff Sergeant W. Kevin Artz. Detective Hammond talks of his relationship with his first mentor in law enforcement Deputy Michael McKissick, the closing of the innocence of his youth with his college internship and the beginning of his journey into the real world of violence. A story that he has kept inside of his close circle of friends and family until now. He recounts the story from his memories of it and in tribute to Sergeant Artz and his surviving da...

2024-04-1856 min

Grit, Grace, & Inspiration | Inspiring Stories & Motivational Speeches for Your Personal Growth Journey #276: Transform Your Setbacks into Rocket Fuel with Mike "C-Roc""Every setback is a setup for a comeback!" Are you tired of living a life of mediocrity? Are you ready to launch yourself into greatness? Then, it's time you embark on a journey of transformation and inspiration with Mike "C-Roc"! Discover how setting intentions lead to global success, how setbacks transform into launch pads, and learn how confidence can turn hearts in your favor!Sponsored by MyPillowUse Promo Code "Kevin" for the best available deal! Talking saving up to 80%! What's this Episode All About?In this invigorating episode...

2024-04-0241 min

Pivot2First Episode 32: Kevin Wheeler on the Future of RecruitingMike Seidle interviews Kevin Wheeler, the author of Talent Acquisition Excellence. They discuss the impact of the pandemic on recruiting and the need for digital capabilities and analytics to improve recruitment. They also explore the slow adoption of technology in recruiting and the challenges recruiters face in becoming more strategic. Kevin emphasizes the importance of talent planning, analytics, and technology in recruiting and suggests that RPOs (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) can be a more cost-effective and efficient solution for many companies. He also recommends books like Talent Intelligence and The Fifth Discipline for further reading. Takeaways The...

2024-03-2834 min $How\'d it Happen?$

How'd it Happen?Kevin McGoff - Creating Meaning with an Active MindPicture this: you’re standing at a crossroads in your career, wondering if the path to fulfillment lies in the confines of your office or out in the vast world of possibilities. Kevin McGoff, Mike’s esteemed guest, takes you on his personal expedition from a bustling law career to a tranquil retirement, revealing the profound lessons learned about cultivating a purposeful life. Kevin traverses topics from the impact of his father's '50-50 guy' philosophy to the stark cultural contrasts between America's and France's interpretations of busyness and identity. His transition serves as a guiding light for professionals seek...

2024-03-2559 min

Setbacks to Comebacks Mike Papale On donating 200 AEDS after his sudden cardiac arrestAs you know our host Kevin Marcus Miller is a 12X sudden cardiac arrest. Meet fellow Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivor Mike Papale. At the age of 17, Mike Papale survived a cardiac arrest while playing basketball. In an act to prevent more people from dying from a sudden cardiac arrest and spread more awareness on this topic, Mike started In A Heartbeat in 2015, a foundation that so far has donated 200 AEDs, raised $35,000 to research, trained 3,000 in CPR, and screened 4,000 hearts. In today's Setbacks to Comebacks episode, Kevin & Mike discuss:

2024-02-2623 min

The Suffering Podcast Episode 166: The Suffering of a Foster Child with Mike MartynSend us a textMichael Martyn can be summed up in a handful of words. He is a father, a husband, a veteran, a brother to 5, and a former foster child. While these words may be accurate, they give no justice to the many difficult situations and circumstances that Mike had faced throughout his life. At four years old, Mike lost his father to a car accident and continued living with his mother, who by most accounts, wasn’t the tender, caring, loving mother that most moms are. Mike suffered abuse after abuse at the hands of...

2024-02-181h 09

Healing for Male Survivors with Mike Chapman 18 - LIVE Interview with Kevin BolgerOur 2nd LIVE interview. If you would like to join us for future LIVE podcast events, learn more at: PolarLifeConsulting.com/live Kevin Bolger is the co-host of the No Longer Ashamed podcast where I first shared my own story over 3 years ago. He hosts the podcast with another survivor, Laurie Hardie. Kevin is married to his wife Charnell and they live in Washington State. Kevin shares his own survivor story and we also talk about his podcast. LINKS: https://open.spotify.com/show/6...

2024-01-301h 08

Shed Talk with Kevin Halliday Building Lasting Friendships Through Golf, Beards, and Business - Chad McCormick and Mike Boyle (Part 1)Chad McCormick and Mike Boyle are the dynamic duo joining Kevin Halliday in the first of two episodes on Shed Talk. Chad, known for his love of golf and his impressive beard, brings his expertise in maintaining and nurturing friendships with shared passions. Mike, with his own distinguished beard, adds his wisdom and insights on the topic of friendship, beards, and fitness. Together, Chad and Mike have known each other for over 20 years, forming a bond that goes beyond their shared interests. With their laid-back and friendly personalities, Chad and Mike are sure to provide an engaging and informative...

2023-12-0736 min

What Are You Made Of?Blindsided by Life: Kevin Lowe's Triumph Over AdversityIn this compelling episode, join host Mike C-Roc as he sits down with the extraordinary entrepreneur and transformational coach, Kevin Lowe. Kevin's life took an unexpected turn in 2003 when, at the age of 17, he faced the shocking news of a non-cancerous brain tumor the size of a plum. Despite the successful surgery that saved his life, Kevin woke up to a new reality – complete blindness. In a gripping conversation, Kevin shares his journey from the highs of high school life, cruising down the beach in his truck, to the devastating lows of losing his si...

2023-12-0528 min

What Are You Made Of?Imagine Financial Security: Building Legacies with Kevin LaoIn this inspiring episode, host Mike C-Roc welcomes Kevin Lao, the owner of Imagine Financial Security, a retirement-focused financial planning firm based in Florida. Kevin, also the host of The Planning for Retirement Podcast, shares his journey from growing up just outside Washington, D.C., to building his own successful business in Northeast Florida. Mike dives into Kevin's background, exploring his unique family dynamics, with a blend of Asian and European heritage, and how those diverse influences shaped Kevin's entrepreneurial spirit. As the owner of Imagine Financial Security, Kevin specializes in tax planning, retirement...

2023-12-0126 min

Pivot2First Episode 29: Kevin Walters, the "Diversity Chef"Kevin Walters, also known as the "Diversity Chef", talks about his experiences with helping companies better understand how to be more inclusive to achieve their diversity goals. Diversity and Inclusion shouldn't be just afterthoughts for leaders. Not being inclusive can cut you off from potential customers and turn away talent. Kevin gives some clear tips on first recognizing if your organization has a inclusion issue and then what are the first steps to fixing it.Special Guest: Kevin Walters.

2023-11-2035 min

Multithreaded Income Podcast The Mike Project and Stacking the Bricks | Multithreaded Income Episode 15In this episode, the hosts reflect on their chat with entrepreneur Michael Buckbee, exploring his unique concepts, such as 'Project Mike' and 'Stacking the Bricks'. They discuss B2B vs B2C enterprises and touch on the different types of services offered by businesses—Do It Yourself (DIY), Done For You (DFY), and Done With You (DWY). They also look at seeking out agencies to learn their processes. Toward the end, they share their thoughts on transitioning from a consumer to a business mindset.Join our Discord at https://mti.to/discordCreators & Guests Ke...

2023-11-0924 min

The People Dividend Podcast Episode 096: Kevin Wayne Johnson: Servant at Heart"You have to be aware of the fact that we are in front of a lot of different people who have a lot of different viewpoints and perspectives, quite frankly, that all needs to be and should be respected," explains Kevin Wayne Johnson, founder and CEO of the Johnson Leadership Group. Today, he talks about what it takes to be a great leader. Many leaders make the mistake of thinking that they have to have all the answers and be the smartest person in the room. It's more authentic to have the humility to admit that you...

2023-07-0437 min

Setbacks to Comebacks Mike Barron Finding Your 8-Figure SuperpowerIn today's Setbacks to Comebacks, Kevin & Mike discuss: 1. You can't quit on your purpose. 2. Section 8 to Prison to Multi-Millionaire 3. Pushing power to power. 8-figure networking hacks 4. Making 100K in 30 mins 5. The spirit is who you really are. Your spirit doesn't get embarrassed. Learn more about Setbacks to Comebacks Below: Connect with Mike Barron IG: https://www.instagram.com/themikebarron1/ Website: https://www.mikebarron.com/homepage Follow Kevin on Social Media:

2023-07-0346 min

The Suffering Podcast Episode 133: The Suffering of Officer Involved Shootings Part 2 With Mike ArenaSend us a textPart 2Mike Arena began his law enforcement career in 2011 at 19 years of age starting out as a Special Law Enforcement Officer with the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department. He was then hired by The New Jersey Department of Corrections and became a Corrections Officer and worked in multiple prisons throughout the state. After a few years of working in corrections, Mike became a police officer with Prince George’s County Police Department located in Maryland. In 2017, he transferred back to New Jersey where he worked as a Police Officer with th...

2023-07-021h 04

The Suffering Podcast Episode 132: The Suffering of Officer Involved Shootings Part 1 with Mike ArenaSend us a textPart 1Mike Arena began his law enforcement career in 2011 at 19 years of age starting out as a Special Law Enforcement Officer with the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department. He was then hired by The New Jersey Department of Corrections and became a Corrections Officer and worked in multiple prisons throughout the state. After a few years of working in corrections, Mike became a police officer with Prince George’s County Police Department located in Maryland. In 2017, he transferred back to New Jersey where he worked as a Police Officer with th...

2023-06-2555 min

Star Wars Chit-Chat (Formerly Comics In Canon)Kevin Shinick Interview (March 2023): Knowing George Lucas & Writing Force Collector: Franchise Detours, The Disney Era, History & Making Star Wars RelatableTHE FOURTH INTERVIEW FROM THE ARCHIVES! This week Mike will be releasing a new interview with a High Republic author, so in the run-up to that release, he is re-releasing his previous Star Wars interviews and the fourth is from March 2023, with Kevin Shinick (originally released on the feed of Mike's other podcast; Genuine Chit-Chat)! Kevin Shinick; author, actor, producer & history buff joins Mike for an extra-special episode, where Kevin’s Star Wars book Force Collector, his time with George Lucas, the MCU, history and more is discussed! In more detail, after introducing himself, Kev...

2023-06-011h 19

The Big Leap SNL Comedian Kevin Nealon’s Big Leap from Stage to CanvasThere's an incredibly special treat for you in today’s episode…The hilariously charming Kevin Nealon! You've laughed at his comedy for years, and now you're about to fall in love with his art. You’re going to love this one!Mike and Gay dove deep into the evolution of an artist - exploring how Kevin constantly reinvents himself, from his comedic roots to his newly discovered artistic prowess.The episode covers a ton, but keep your ears sharp for Kevin's 'Big Leap' stories. The leaps he made in his comedy career and the cr...

2023-05-2338 min $How\'d it Happen?$

How'd it Happen?Kevin Gibbon - Priceless Insight on 10X Optimism [Episode 380]Do you want to know what it takes to create something truly magical from absolutely nothing? Building a remarkable business from the ground up requires focusing on being better than what is already out there. But here is the key: you can’t just be slightly better than your competition. You need to go all in on being 10 times better than what is currently already being done. This is the mindset that Kevin Gibbon operates from and it has served him very well.Sometimes the misplaced step offers the most profound and lasting insight. Innately entrepreneurial, Airhouse CE...

2023-05-2258 min

The Suffering Podcast Episode 126: The Suffering of Drunk Driving Part 2 with Mike PanusSend us a textPart 2 of this amazing storyMike's life was on the fast track to success. As a proud Marine and College student in his Senior year, Mike's life came to an abrupt halt one cold winter night in 2005. Mike was celebrating with his friends and decided to get behind the wheel of his car after having too much to drink. His vehicle slipped on a patch of black ice and violently crashed. The accident killed his friend and left Mike in a coma suffering multiple life-threatening injuries. After years of...

2023-05-1451 min

The Suffering Podcast Episode 125: The Suffering of Drunk Driving Part 1 With Mike PanusSend us a textPart 1 of this amazing storyMike's life was on the fast track to success. As a proud Marine and College student in his Senior year, Mike's life came to an abrupt halt one cold winter night in 2005. Mike was celebrating with his friends and decided to get behind the wheel of his car after having too much to drink. His vehicle slipped on a patch of black ice and violently crashed. The accident killed his friend and left Mike in a coma suffering multiple life-threatening injuries. After years of...

2023-05-0751 min

Grit, Grace, & Inspiration | Inspiring Stories & Motivational Speeches for Your Personal Growth Journey #177: Beyond the Horizon: Exploring the Uncharted Territory of Personal Transformation with Mike AckerDiscover the power of resilience and human spirit in this captivating interview featuring Mike Acker, an incredible coach, speaker, and bestselling author. "Where you are is not where you have to stay"Mike Acker's extraordinary life story showcases the importance of overcoming adversity and transforming potential into tangible results.In this episode, we'll explore:From drug smuggling parents to smuggling Bibles into communist China in the 80s to attending public school in inner-city MexicoSurviving numerous near-death encounters and overcoming insecuritiesBecoming an inspirational speaker for audiences of over 10,000Transitioning into a successful...

2023-04-1842 min

Genuine Chit-Chat #187 – Knowing George Lucas & Writing Force Collector: Franchise Detours, The Disney Era, History & Making Star Wars Relatable With Kevin Shinick Kevin Shinick; author, actor, producer & history buff joins Mike for an extra-special episode, where Kevin’s Star Wars book Force Collector, his time with George Lucas, the MCU, history and more is discussed! In more detail, after introducing himself, Kevin talks about the project he worked on with George Lucas before the Disney takeover; Star Wars: Detours and why it was never released, before discussing how George Lucas works as a filmmaker & content creator and how each of the trilogies differ & why. This leads onto talking about the MCU, audiences and franchises as a wh...

2023-03-051h 19

Star Wars Chit-Chat (Formerly Comics In Canon)Force Collector By Kevin Shinick; The Most Underrated Canon Star Wars Novel? Spoiler-Free Book Review & Plot OverviewTHE MOST UNDERRATED STAR WARS NOVEL IN THE CANON? Force Collector is this week’s focus; Mike gives his spoiler-free thoughts on the novel and why he thinks few people have heard much about it. He then talks about the era & themes within the book, before giving a spoiler warning where he gives his full thoughts on the book’s plot & characters – Mike also provides a plot overview for anyone who may not have time to read this but wants to know what the book is about, although he doesn’t reveal all, as he wants as many people to pick...

2023-03-0333 min

The People Dividend Podcast Episode 076: Next Level University with Kevin Palmieri"Nice is the tip of the iceberg. And I think 'kind' is when you dig deeper and you're more intentional specific with the way you treat people," explains Kevin Palmieri. Kevin is the CFO, founder, and co-host of Next Level University, a global top 100 self improvement podcast. Today, Kevin shares how he fell in love with podcasting, how he learned to see courage in vulnerability, and the importance of intentionality. When asked the three words that best describe his personality, Kevin was quick to respond with 'consistent', 'kind', and 'caring'. Consistency is incredibly important when building a...

2023-02-1431 min

The People Dividend Podcast Episode 060: Your Signature Leadership Journey with Dr. Kevin Gazzara"You have to look at everything as a system. You have to have all of your elements in place," explains Dr. Kevin Gazzara, Founder and Senior Partner of Magna Leadership Solutions. Dr. Kevin spent 30 years in the corporate world before retiring and starting his new career helping businesses better their leaders, increase employee retention, and put systems in place to ensure long term success. Today, he has created the Leading Forward Academy which provides a six month training program that addresses necessary cultural shifts while improving leadership skills. Dr. Kevin shares that he sees two main issues...

2022-10-0444 min

MMA History Podcast Kevin Randleman DEEPDIVE w/Eric SmithSend us a text#KevinRandleman #EricSmith #MMAHistoryKevin Randleman DEEPDIVE w/Eric Smith (ep. 119)Hammer House's Eric Smith fought hall of famers Jose "Pele" Landi and Dan Henderson in his MMA debut. The 2x All-American from Ohio State was with Kevin Randleman's college teammate and he was there for many of "The Monster's" earliest MMA fights. Talking Kevin Randleman with Eric Smith, HammerHouse4Life.CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro1:57 Kevin Randleman Relationship5:50 Training with Mark Coleman10:25 Eric Smith - Pele Landis13:35 Training in Brazil17:22 Fighting Pele Landis

2022-06-271h 47

Million Dollar Relationships Million Dollar Relationships - Mike DomitrzDecades before mainstream America was discussing "Asking First" or sexual harassment cases were on the cover of every major media publication, Domitrz was being brought in by leading educational institutions and the U.S. military to help them pursue a new standard of consent and respect. Being the author of 3 books and an award-winning DVD, Mike Domitrz is one of the leading influencers and thought-leaders on the topic of Respect. You may have seen Mike on NBC Dateline as a featured subject matter expert or being quoted in international news publications such as Forbes and The Wall...

2022-05-2027 min

TMI with Kevin Ryan The Future of Online Gaming, The Metaverse, and Google’s Collusion with Mike ShieldsKevin first gives his take on the slap heard across the world and then welcomes guest Mike Shields, Founder of Shields Strategic Consulting, host of Next in Marketing Podcast, and former writer and editor at Business Insider, Digiday, Adweek, and Wall Street Journal. They discuss how the world of online gaming is changing our society, a few important questions to ask as we possibly head into the Metaverse, and how to get to the point where we don’t have a detachment from reality while consuming these things. They also discuss collusion in our browsers, how we protect where ou...

2022-04-0750 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #27 - Millionaire morning routines vs. realityMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about the tired "do this every morning to be successful" routines that in reality look a lot different for us non-billionaires. You don't have to meditate, run 10 miles and cold plunge every morning to be successful! ---------- 💡 Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2022-02-2437 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #26 - The ladders of wealth and why choose Saas over other business models?Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about a recent Nate Barry article on ladders of wealth creation and why they chose SaaS as a business model. ---------- 💡 Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2022-02-2243 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #25 - Is having too many projects holding you back from success?Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about the power of a singular focus. It's harder than ever to not chase the new, shiny object. What's the cost of spreading yourself too thin? ---------- 💡 Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2022-02-1425 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #24 - Giving $175,000 to the team, 2021 lessons and talking numbers with your leadersMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) do a 2021 year in review for Spectora, what it felt like to give 175k in bonuses to the team and how talking numbers with your leadership team can help unlock their growth. ---------- 💡 Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com 🎥 We're on YouTube! Click here to subscribe to our channel and see our faces.

2022-02-1149 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #23 - Inflation and the impact on bootstrapped SaaS businessesMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about what everyone else in the world is talking about - inflation. But more specifically the impacts on SaaS, valuations, pay and more. ---------- 💡 Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2022-02-1033 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #22 - Breaking down 5 key themes in going from 2 to 10M in annual revenueMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about a recent Inc article that dives into the 5 things companies can do to make the leap from 2 to 10M in annual revenue. ---------- 💡 Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2022-02-0835 min

Mike Force Podcast 0051 - Personal Security with Kevin OwensOn this episode of the Mike Force Podcast, Mike is joined by Kevin Owens to talk about personal security, training philosophy, and the expansion of Fieldcraft Survival training. You can find all of Mike's ventures at www.mikegloveractual.com, and follow Mike on Instagram @mike.a.glover & @mikegloveractual Follow Kevin Owens on Instagram @kevin.p.owens & @fieldcraftnc for updates on East Coast training schedules and more information on Kevin's personal security courses. Special thanks to the listeners of the Mike Force Podcast for your continued support!

2022-01-091h 13

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #21 - Ways to build leadership teams and culture earlier (and mistakes!)Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about things they are doing well, and mistakes made, when building up a leadership team and culture at Spectora. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-11-1945 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #20 - Promoting from within vs. external hiresMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about the decision to promote from within your company vs. hiring more experienced external candidates. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-11-1733 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #19 - Stick to your core product or expand revenue streams?Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about what they consider when doubling down on what's working vs. exploring other verticals and revenue streams. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-11-1536 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #18 - What is your life Operating System?Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about some of their life philosophies and ways of approaching life! ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-11-1251 min

Consumer VC: Venture Capital I B2C Startups I Commerce | Early-Stage Investing I Brands | Technology Kevin Campos (Fifth Wall) - Why Landlords Should Love Tech Enabled Tenants, Omnichannel Strategy For DNVBs and Growing Up in RetailMy guest today is [Kevin Campos](https://fifthwall.com/team/kevin-campos), Partner and Head of Retail at [Fifth Wall](https://fifthwall.com/). Fifth Wall manages the largest fund specialized in real estate technology. On the retail side, some of their investments include Allbirds, Cotopaxi and Foxtrot. This was an awesome conversation about Kevin's upbringings in retail, how that shaped his career, the changes in retail during COVID and why landlords should be open to tech enabled tenants and their advantages. Without further ado, here's Kevin. Some of the questions I ask Kevin: 1. What...

2021-09-3042 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #17 - Moving fast vs. moving slow with your startupMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about knowing when to move fast vs. move slow at all phases of your startup journey. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-09-0432 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #16 - What are you doing for self-care & wellness?Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about self-care and wellness and how they approach it with themselves and their team. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-09-0333 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #15 - Adding value as a non-technical founderKevin (@kevinwagstaff3) does a mini-episode on how he added value as a non-technical founder and a few areas you can support your technical founder in the early stages of your startup. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-08-1313 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #14 - Choosing a co-founder, going solo & working with family & friendsMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about aspects to consider when choosing a co-founder, deciding whether to go at it solo or not, working with family and friends, and traits of a great founding team. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-08-1242 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #13 - Dealing With Employee TurnoverMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about recent industry announcements that they're reacting to and about how they're dealing with recent employee turnover. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-07-2837 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #12 - Firing Customers and Ramblings on Vision, Failure and Free ThrowsMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about their culture of the customer isn't always right, having vision, failure and what free throws taught Kevin about life. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-07-2424 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #11 - Let's Talk About MONEY 😱Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about money. MONEY?! You're not supposed to talk about money! It's taboo in the workplace. It makes most of us uncomfortable. And yet, everyone needs it. Everyone wants to get clarity on it. They dive into how to have conversations with employees about money, how they internally think about money and much more. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-07-1550 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #10 - 5 Mistakes Technical Founder Make When Starting a SaaSMike (@MikeWagstaff_) is flying solo this week and talks about the 5 early mistakes that founders make on the technical and engineering side. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-07-1428 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #9 - Building Leaders at Your Company? Do it Sooner or Later?Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about their process of building up leaders within Spectora. It's one of the hardest things needed to grow a company past a certain level. Getting buy-in, incentive packages, mentoring, passing along a vision. They get into specific habits they are seeing working with their young leaders. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-06-2835 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #8 - Spectora 5k Update and the Phases of a CEOMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about where Spectora is at today and how the role of a founder and CEO change over time. Hustling to get your first 100 customers all the way to recruiting and spreading your vision, and everything in between is your job as a founder. They dive into what it looked like in the first 3 phases of going from 0 to 5M in revenue. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com

2021-06-2456 min

GrowCFO Show #38 Technology Driving Culture in Finance with Mike WhitmireMike Whitmire is CEO and founder of FloQast. He's based in Los Angeles and is a CPA turned Entrepreneur. Mike loves building software that helps accountants go home early. Mike and Kevin catch up to find out how you can use technology to improve the culture in your finance function. About Mike Whitmire Mike founded FloQast in 2015, but it isn't the first venture he's been part of. He was previously senior accountant at Cornerstone OnDemand during their successful IPO. His earlier background is at Ernst & Young where he started as an auditor and specialised in working with media companies in...

2021-06-1027 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #7 - Are You Doing What Matters for Your Early Startup?Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about doing $%&@ that matters. Being a bootstrapper means being scrappy and focusing on what moves the needle for your business. That means lots of unsexy work and less time on social media. Harsh, we know. We also got to roast Kevin in the intro for his double whammy start to the episode 😂 ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com 🗣Have a startup? Have a t-shirt? Send it and Mike or Kevin will wear it (on...

2021-06-0433 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #6 - The Power of Face-to-Face Human ConnectionMike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) WENT TO AN IN-PERSON CONFERENCE. And it was magical. They debrief and talk about the very thing many of us have missed over the last year and half - human connection. Many of your businesses will succeed or fail based on human connection. It's all around us and drives decisions daily. Hear about their takeaways and reasons to prioritize face-to-face meetings as soon as possible. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com 🗣Have a startup? Have a...

2021-06-0231 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #5 - Choosing a space, idea and business model for your startupDoes the idea matter? Is it everything? Or nothing? Sometimes choosing the right game and rules you want to play by are everything when it comes to building a successful startup. Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about how they thought about the space they got into, why and what they didn't want to deal with on their startup journey. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com 🗣Have a startup? Have a t-shirt? Send it and Mike or Kevin will wear it...

2021-05-2827 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #4 - Harnessing the Right Traits & Mentality to Build a StartupIf you're an entrepreneur that's on the fence about starting a business or you're early in your startup journey, this one is for you. Mike and Kevin dive into their backgrounds, upbringing and psychology to pull out the lessons, traits and characteristics that have led to some of their success with Spectora. ---------- 💡Have a topic you want Mike & Kevin to dive deeper into? Send it to podcast@spectora.com 🗣Have a startup? Have a t-shirt? Send it and Mike or Kevin will wear it (on YouTube version) and give you a shout...

2021-05-1056 min

Svelte Radio Migrating from Sapper to SvelteKit with Mike NiklesMike Nikles (Twitter) from GitPod joins us to talk about the journey they took from Gatsby, to Sapper and finally to SvelteKit. We talk about the ups and downs.Notes:- GitPod's website built in Svelte (GitHub)Picks:- Kevin: Chocolate Balls- Antony: QR Scanners- Shawn: Josh Nussbaum- Mike: TimeZone.ioIntro music by Braden Wiggins a.k.a. Fractal (braden@fractal-hq.com)Transcription:Coming soon.

2021-05-0853 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #3 - Managing Mental Health & Going from 200 to 4000 customers🎙 The first few episodes Mike and Kevin will tell "The Backstory" of Spectora - How they took an idea that they were left with from 0 to an 8-figure SaaS business in only 4 years with no outside investment or funding. ----------- In episode 3, Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) talk about year 2 where they went from 200 customers to 1000 and the challenges of 100 hour work weeks, first hires and scaling not-so-gracefully. They talk about the toll of being "all-in", how to handle a fragile customer base, being there for your first customers, imposter syndrome and all the...

2021-05-0651 min

Property Business Accelerator Podcast Financial insecurity to Financial independence with Kevin Whelan, Wealth Mentor95% of the UK population will never become truly financially independent and in this episode of the Property Business Accelerator, Mike Frisby speaks with Kevin Whelan who is the Director of WealthBuilders Together Ltd. Kevin is best known as a Wealth Mentor & SSAS (Small Self Administered Scheme) Expert and helps business owners & property investors leverage existing assets to create lasting wealth via a holistic step-by-step process. In this episode, Mike & Kevin speak about: How WealthBuilders came into fruition and the various ways that Kevin helps corporate employees and business owners create predictable...

2021-04-2951 min

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #2 - Doing Whatever It Takes to Survive in Year 1🎙 The first few episodes Mike and Kevin will tell "The Backstory" of Spectora - How they took an idea that they were left with from 0 to an 8-figure SaaS business in only 4 years with no outside investment or funding. ----------- In episode 2, Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) step through a less-than-stellar launch and what the first year was like growing Spectora from 0 customers and 0 brand awareness to 200 paying customers in year 1. They dive into being "all in", having a maniacal approach to responding quickly, what customer service means, dealing with early bugs, resistance to...

2021-04-261h 04

No Business Like Bro Business Kevin's Time MachineIntro Kinda my Guy (Mooch): Ted Lasso Terry’s Hot Takes (Bear)—HOTTEST OF HOT TAKES: Dwight Howard Surefire HOF Kevin's Time Machine Dad Joke of the week (Kooz, Joe, Mooch - Bear judges)

2021-04-241h 07

Bootstrapping SaaS to Millions #1 - Co-founder Fallouts, Customer-driven MVPs & the Pre-launch Grind🎙 The first few episodes Mike and Kevin will tell "The Backstory" of Spectora and how they took an idea that they were left with from 0 to an 8-figure SaaS business in only 4 years with no outside funding. ----------- In episode 1, Mike (@MikeWagstaff_) and Kevin (@kevinwagstaff3) give you the backstory of their SaaS company Spectora, from initial idea inception to launch in 2017. They dive into what it's like having co-founder differences and breakups, working a side hustle, cranking on an MVP, validating the idea and how to generate demand before you have a product.

2021-04-2246 min

Real Estate Investing for Cash Flow with Kevin Bupp #319: Mobile Home Parks, Mistakes, How to Start, and So Much More! -with Mike Conlon Mike Conlon is CEO and majority owner of Affordable Communities Group (ACG), LLC based in Cary, NC. ACG currently owns 22 manufactured home communities totaling 4,000+ spaces in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, Ohio, and West Virginia with a market value exceeding $110 million. Mike has also bought, rehabbed, and sold 20 mobile home parks during the last 11 years for profits exceeding $15 million. Prior to ACG, Mike owned Southeast Financial, LLC based in Orlando, Fl from 2002-06. At Southeast, Mike and his team bought, rehabbed, and subsequently sold 10 affordable apartment complexes, resulting in over $5 million of profits. In the...

2021-04-2047 min

Battlestar Galactica Down the Hatch: A Spoiler-Free Rewatch Lost: Down the Hatch | Season 4 Episode 8: “Meet Kevin Johnson”Lost: Down the Hatch | Season 4 Episode 8: “Meet Kevin Johnson” Josh Wigler (@roundhoward) and Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType) meet Kevin Johnson. They also meet the meat version. In “Meet Kevin Johnson,” Michael Dawson returns to the spotlight, with an extensive flashback story all about how he returned to the island — or at least, the general vicinity of the island. But there are many questions, such as … HOW DOES ANY OF THIS MAKE SENSE? Some big Qs about the timeline and much more in this week’s DTH. About Down the Hatch … LOST: Down the Hatch is a full-tilt spoiler-fil...

2021-03-192h 34

Ascent Dental Radio E114: Interview with Dr. Mike Greiwe - Part 2Orthopedic surgeon & telemedicine advocate Mike Greiwe joins Dr Coughlin again! Today they dive deeper on billing methods & the practices and overall effectiveness of telemedicine. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

2021-02-1918 min