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Invest In Yourself: The Digital Entrepreneur PodcastInvest In Yourself: The Digital Entrepreneur PodcastMichael Fritz Fritzius talks Pod360In this transformative episode of "Invest In Yourself: the Digital Entrepreneur Podcast," Phil Better is joined by the innovative thinker and multi-entrepreneur, Michael Fritz Fritzius.Listen in as Fritzius takes us through his remarkable journey from IT to entrepreneurship and the creation of his unique podcast trading cards that are redefining podcast networking.How did Michael Fritz Fritzius transition from a career in IT to co-founding multiple businesses, including the groundbreaking platform, Podcastify Me? What can attendees expect from the much-anticipated Pod 360 event, and how does Fritzius plan on changing the lives of podcasters through...2024-03-1132 min100k Freelancer Club100k Freelancer ClubAutomating Your Freelance Business - With Michael ”Fritz” FritziusToday we welcome successful freelancer and entrepreneur Michael "Fritz" Fritzius to the podcast to discuss automation in your freelance business. We also dive deep into the fear of failure and how to overcome it.  Join 100k Freelancer Club for free here: https://www.100kfreelancerclub.com/  You can find Michael "Fritz" Fritzius on linked in here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fritzops/  and his company Arch Dev Ops: https://archdevops.com/  2021-11-1048 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMichael Castiglione - The Cure for Sales CancerToday's guest is Michael Castiglione, Los Angeles native and franchise owner at Sandler Training. In our first conversation I had a few weeks back it was impressive how open he was about sales, and what it truly means to sell with a heart for service. So I asked him if he wanted to be on a podcast and here we are! 2020 has been the year of reslience and sales is one of the best ways to build even more of it. And we have some awesome takeaways for you. Learning to love the word 'no' and treat it as...2021-02-0131 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMichael McDonnell - Ain't Nothing Gonna Break My StrideAt two months old he was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis. Growing up with an affliction like that would bring most people down, but today's guest, Michael McDonnell is just built different. He ended up using it as a way to unlock his super power. He learned at an early age that he had control of his health, and became a personal trainer and tennis coach. Balancing his life with his work was the key to him having a handle on CF in such a way that many people didn't even realize he had it until it came out in...2020-11-1100 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsKris Edens - Rocking Midlife Like a Boss!At age 45, Kristen pursued her lifelong dream to become a writer. Through trial and error, she built a copywriting business that now serves healthcare, financial, and senior services. Her blog, Managing Midlife, shares issues important to the 50+ audience and was a 2019 Plutus Award finalist for best Baby Boomer and GenX blog. Learn more about writing, second acts, and living on the edge at https://kristenedens.com/ Find out more about Kristen below: http://kristenedens.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenedens/ ...and as always, enjoy the listen. --- This episode is...2020-09-2328 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMadison and Evan Tate - Constructing a Construction BizStarting from the very bottom, Madison and Evan Tate had a dream of creating a construction business. Or, at least Evan did and Madison came along for the ride. Over the years they've walked the path of entrepreneurship together, and I got the chance to help them reminisce about how far they've come in their journey. It turns out they've gotten themselves into a very interesting niche that only 3% of construction companies can do, while still providing a great service to the environment that they harvest materials from. In short, they're all about doing construction the right way, and...2020-09-2228 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsStella Gianotto - What's the Future Hold for Marketing and Branding?Stella Gianotto works with retail business to increase their market share and futurize their customer experience 360 degrees by helping them to understand why consumers buy brands. Starting as a photographer, branching later into marketing and branding, she's had her finger on the pulse on what and why people buy. Futureproofing business is hard enough, but throw a pandemic in the mix? Hoo boy. Listen in to hear Stella's take on what she's seen change in consumer behavior because of the pandemic.  Find out more about Stella below:  https://brandforbrands.com/stella-gianotto/ https...2020-09-2129 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsDr. Darian Parker - Keeping Fit and Healthy in a Virtual WorldDr. Darian Parker earned his Ph.D in Sports Education Leadership with an emphasis in Behavior Modification from UNLV. He earned his Master and Bachelor degrees from James Madison University in Kinesiology. Dr. Parker is also a certified personal trainer through the NSCA. Dr. Parker has been in the fitness and wellness business for 19 years. Throughout the course of Dr. Parker's career he has served several roles in the fitness and wellness industry. He has worked extensively in both the academic and private club sector as a Director of Education for a Career College, General Manager of a high...2020-09-1830 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAbhi Gupta - Virtualizing Learning and Forging New Data ScientistsWell this has never happened before but Abhi Gupta left me speechless with a new concept that I'd never heard of. Before we got to that though, we talked about how he made the big pivot in how to educate people virtually, and used what he knew about Data Science to create a new virtual workshop that, as of this recording, is only a couple months old. A St. Louis local who I've personally known for 5 years, he's brought a calm demeanor to serving those around him in educating them with skills that they can immediately use at their...2020-09-1731 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsTrevor Newberry - Navigating the Path of EntrepreneurshipIt's no secret that building a business is hard, and today's episode with Trevor Newberry is one that really drives that point home. We started off talking about his business, Newberry Consulting, and then pivoted into the tremendous mental weight that comes from when you pour your heart and soul into building your dream. It can be a long lonely road but one worthy of traveling, if you've built the strength and relationships that help you get there. If you're on the path of entrepreneurship yourself, we both think you'll gain some great insights in this episode. ...2020-09-1637 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAaron Shawn Harper - From the Gridiron to the Boardroom, Inspiration vs. MotivationWith 25 years of experience, Shawn Harper has earned an excellent reputation as one of the nation's leading corporate motivational speakers! He is a seven-year former NFL offensive lineman who played with the Rams, the Oilers, the Colts, and NFL Europe and now owns and operates American Services and Protection, a multi-million-dollar security services firm headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. His journey from the grit and grime of the NFL locker room to the corporate culture of the boardroom proved that both worlds can be won by using the same principles and strategies! Find out more about Aaron below...2020-09-1530 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsKarin Tischler - Diversifying the Workforce by Upending Cultural NormsKarin Tischler is the founder of Emily’s Path Consulting, promoting flexible working methods to create a more diverse workforce. She is a researcher, consultant and speaker. Karin hosts the podcast “Job sharing And Beyond” – talking to international experts about job-sharing, reduced work hours, father networks, professionals returning to paid work and much more. A returner herself with a master’s from the University of Oxford and a focus on professional research, Karin utilizes her European & German background to raise awareness of this untapped part of the workforce and to share innovative solutions. She is also a co-host of LinkedI...2020-09-1432 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsChris Chapman - dude don't tell my boss but i'm starting a side hustle lolFrom working a 9 to 5 job, to starting a podcast, to now co-founding a company that designs a top notch travel app, Chris Chapman has a really cool story to tell. He's taken lessons learned at every stage and has been able to apply them to his current endeavor, along with having plans for the future. Poke that play button to hear the exciting journey this guy's got.  Find out more about Chris below:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-chapman1/ ...and as always, enjoy the listen.  --- ...2020-09-1133 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsKimberly Davis - Being Truly Authentic Leaders, Not Just Paying it LipserviceAn expert on authentic leadership, Kimberly Davis shares her inspirational message of personal power, responsibility and impact with organizations across the country and teaches leadership programs world-wide; most notably, her program “OnStage Leadership” which runs in NYC and Dallas, TX. Additionally, Kimberly teaches for SMU Cox School of Business' Executive Education Program and their Latino Leadership Initiative; as well as for the Bush Institute's WE Lead program (empowering female leaders from the middle east). Kimberly is a TEDx speaker and her award-winning book, Brave Leadership: Unleash Your Most Confident, Authentic, and Powerful Self to Get the Results You Need was...2020-09-1030 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsKevin Strauss - Using Social Media the Right Way to Promote Mental HealthKevin Strauss believes people yearn to feel closer to others. Not to everyone but to the people who matter most to us. He believes we long to feel heard and valued because then we know we matter and that makes us happy and do good things. Kevin is the Founder and CEO of Uchi, a social app dedicated to helping people connect authentically by making conversations easy and fun. Kevin is an expert problem solver and has earned 75+ patents and 10+ publications in spine, infection control, psychology, and behavior change. Uchi is his approach to helping strengthen relationships, reduce conflict...2020-09-0938 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsTom Dietzler - Career MuttTom refers to himself as "Career Mutt" instead of the more genteel "generalist." He's been in his current role for 5 years, served at one time as the entire complaint department for a 2,000 ton a day paper manufacturer, as a supervisor in a printing plant. He's done more than that... but hey, this is just the intro, right? In this episode, we talk about how Tom and I met, what COVID did for social outreach, and how finding our strengths resulted in maximizing the time that we have on Earth. Find out more about Tom below:  2020-09-0827 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsTrish Springsteen - Introversion as a Superpower for Public SpeakingOn today's episode, I got the chance to talk with Trish Springsteen, whose goal in life and business is to help introverts realize the incredible potential they have with public speaking. It's not often you get the chance to talk with someone who has a handle on how exactly to take the nervous energy that public speakers have, and turn it into the energy to drive an amazing talk, but today she shared some tips. While I'm not an introvert myself, I still learned a ton, and if you're interested in getting into public speaking yourself, you'll learn some...2020-09-0732 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThomas Halikias - GameceptionEver play a game inside a game? Fun isn't it? Well today's guest, Tom Halikias, has figured out how to do that within the realm of American Football.  Tom's app is called Drives Football, and he and a team of super smart college students, app developers and quantitative analysts, have joined together to figure out how to place "micro bets" on individual football plays. So even when the team's having a time out, you can still enjoy the game in a different way.  Tom's scheduled to go live pretty soon so be watching...2020-09-0428 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsTerri Adams-Munn - Fulfilling Ten Thousand Dreams for the WorldHow many of us settle for a life that is less than we truly want or desire? So often we take advantage of an opportunities that come our way early in life, however end up forgetting to look for and take advantage of other opportunities later on We get stuck in a groove of habits, and conform to the expectations placed on us by the world around us, and we forget to pursue our dreams. Terri’s goal is to get people to reassess this, to truly get people to THINK about what they do...2020-09-0435 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMark Kumar - Our Second First Chat, and Getting Unstuck with Lead generationEven though this is the first time you've met Mark Kumar on this podcast, this is the second time we've spoken. I'm not going to spoil it, but the first chat we had went so well and I learned so much, that when I told my business partner about it he said, "See if you can get him on and talk about lead generation!"  While I don't want to get into the details of the next episode where we talk for the first time, I do want to introduce you to Mark as the Lifestyle Entrepreneur...2020-09-0331 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsRon Laikind - From Cooling to Sanitizing, Pivoting a Business by Removing a HoseRon Laikind has hiked the globe from the Sahara to the Gobi Desert in Mongolia, Siberia, Turkey, the Himalayas, India, Cashmere, Pakistan, Thailand, Asia, Vietnam, Cambodia, South America, Patagonia, Argentina, Chile, Mexico, Yosemite and more. He’s trekked tens of thousands of miles. Laikind was challenged when on the trail. He wanted to stay hydrated and cool without carrying a tremendous amount of extra weight on his back. He invited the ExtremeMist Personal Cooling System (PCS) to beat the heat and keep cool while exercising (hiking, fishing, camping, cycling, running, etc.) www.ExtremeMist.com. As a...2020-09-0331 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsDerek Laliberte - Constructing a Construction Business During a PandemicI've known Derek for a couple years and not only is he the most easy going dude I've met in awhile, but his background in sales, communication and process management have combined to help his newest endeavor. Plus, his Christian faith plays a huge role in how he operates, as it does with me too. Join us as we talk about his journey and how he's viewed the post-pandemic world and how it both sharpens everybody and gives hope.  Find out more about Derek below:  Roofle.com ...and as always, enjoy...2020-09-0225 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsJules Brooke - On Handling Your Own Public RelationsJules is the founder of Handle Your Own PR, a DIY PR service for business owners, and has been teaching people how to get media coverage for their business for over 10 years. Handle Your Own PR has helped thousands of small business owners make millions of dollars’ worth of media exposure by running their own PR campaigns. Using her online boot camps, coaching and PR SaaS platform, Jules’ students have been on TV, radio and been featured in magazines and newspapers nationally. Many have gone on to huge success in their business. She's The Boss is o...2020-09-0125 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMelissa Hughes - Mindhacking 101Thanks to advances in technology and neuroscience, we can actually peek inside that 3-pound mushy mass between our ears, and better understand what factors impact its function. If you're looking for a way to amp up your own brain power or that of your organization, you're going to love this episode with Melissa Hughes. Not only does she explore how the brain works and how to make it work better, but she addresses company culture and employee engagement from the inside out -- from a neuroscience perspective. Find out more about Melissa below:  melissahughes...2020-08-3132 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsNoah Pusey - Exploding the Dreaded Annual ReviewNoah was raised on a farm in rural Vermont with his 4 brothers and 2 sisters. A graduate of Boston College and Brooklyn Law School, Noah is a lawyer by trade but in 2014 he co-founded Ripple with one of his close friends Derek Hedges. Ripple helps organizations become more dynamic and culture-driven by gathering anonymous peer feeedback and sharing the data with the individual as well as his or her manager and owners. In short, Ripple is dead set on dismantling the traditional, dreaded "annual review". Find out more about Noah below:  https://www.linkedin.com...2020-08-2834 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMelissa Pepers - Business Coach? Nah. Business DESIGN.Have a business idea but don’t know where to begin? This is how her business Bonbo was born – by creating interesting businesses, not just interesting brands. Although brands are pivotal in generating income and are an important backbone of any business, Melissa focuses on building competitive advantages that will allow them to reach their full potential in the market. Rather than solely focusing on making a company a pretty face with on-point branding, she transforms every part of their offering to unlock new opportunities for attracting customers. Find out more about Melissa below:  inst...2020-08-2732 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAnnette Densham - Pivoting Public Relations During COVIDNot too long ago, you heard the story of Lauren Clemett, co-founder of the Audacious Agency. Today we get to hear from the other half of this dynamic duo. Annette Densham is the vivacious partner in this enterprise, and in this episode I got a chance to hear how the pandemic really put the pinch on their dream in March. But through it all, they realized that there's great power in creating relationships with the people around them, and pivoting to capture more business than they were previously became a reality. If you're a business owner wondering what you...2020-08-2643 minFounders365Founders365#155 - Michael "Fritz" Fritzius - Transforming Companies with AutomationMichael "Fritz" Fritzius is a huge nerd with a huge heart for serving others. Fritz has been a business owner since late 2015 and is absolutely not doing what he wanted to be doing when he grew up. But he loves every minute of it. The highs, the lows, and everything in between, he uses his experience in technology, software testing and his faith to bring his A-game every day to his clients. More recently, he partnered up with another entrepreneur and together they complement each others' skills. Continuing to build relationships, helping how he can and winning hearts on...2020-08-2537 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsZach Messler - Sticking the Landing on MessagingSome of the greatest ideas to ever happen………won’t. Why? Miscommunication. That’s where Zach Messler comes in. Zach’s the Messaging Guy. And, he can help you know what to say and how to say it so you make a bigger impact on the world…and your wallet. Find out more about Zach below:  zachmessler.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachmessler/ ...and as always, enjoy the listen.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: h...2020-08-2541 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsJay Grosman - Selling Cars SeamlesslyJay Grosman is the Founder and CEO of iAutoAgent. Using his 23+ years of experience in the automotive industry, Jay serves as a consumer advocate on Fox2, and CBS. He is also on the leadership trust committee for the St.Louis Business Journal as a writer and even auditioned for Shark Tank! His company, iAutoAgent, acts as a Real Estate Agent for cars. He has created a streamlined turn-key process for both buyers and sellers to enjoy a hassle-free, straightforward, and transparent experience buying or selling a car. Find out more about Jay at the below links: 2020-08-2439 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsChristy Maxfield - Small Business? Big ImpactToday's guest, Christy Maxfield, brings a decade of business coaching, as well as her own experience as a business owner, to collaborative relationships with owners and senior leaders who are laser focused on building successful companies that deliver tremendous value for clients, employees and the communities in which they operate. Her specialties include financial modeling, business operations, marketing and sales alignment, business planning and competitive differentiation. Find out more about Christy at the below links:  https://purposefirstadvisors.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/christymaxfield/ https://entrepreneuriallythinking.com/ ...and as always...2020-08-2129 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMarcy Westcott - The Art of MindfulnessMarcy Westcott is a certified meditation instructor through the renowned McLean Meditation Institute. She holds an advanced certification in training mindfulness practices in the workplace. She is known as The Mindful Culture Curator and her mission is to end suffering in the workplace. She is passionate about meditation and mindfulness and is dedicated and honored to help anyone discover the life changing benefits of establishing a meditation and mindfulness practice. Find more about Marcy at the below links:  http://www.linkedin.com/in/marcy-westcott-28825a186 www.TheStillStateMeditation.com Facebook - The Still...2020-08-2032 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMaxwell Ivey - What's Your Excuse?Maxwell Ivey is known around the world as The Blind Blogger. He has transformed himself from a failed carnival owner to respected amusement equipment broker to self-help author, motivational speaker, online media publicist, and host of the what's your excuse? show. He believes anyone can accomplish big goals if they decide to find solutions instead of making excuses, ask for help and accept help when offered, and be determined to find the positive in all aspects of their lives. If you have questions for him just ask. Find out more about Max at the below links: 2020-08-1939 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsRafael dos Santos - How to Engineer FailureOur guest today is Rafael dos Santos, hailing from Brazil and now in the UK. As a successful owner of multiple businesses, we got the chance to talk about his journey and why he got started in Public Relations. But we also got the chance to talk about how to engineer "quitting" into your plan, and how that can be a decision for your mental health. I didn't realize we were gonna go that direction, but I'm glad we did, because so many people treat themselves as complete failures when things don't work out. But they're not! Join us...2020-08-1832 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsJo Barnes - Turning People Into 7-figure Globetrotters Like Her LOLJo is a traveling entrepreneur who has lived in / visited over 30 countries in the last 10 years with her family while building a 7 figure ecommerce business and digital marketing business. She started Your Lifestyle Business in 2019 to share her experiences and support other lifestyle entrepreneurs in building a business they love and which funds their lifestyle. Find Jo at yourlifestylebusiness.com and yourlifestylebusiness.com/joingroup and her Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/166583397500805/ ....and as always, enjoy the listen.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a p...2020-08-1732 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsWendy Covey - How to Get Started with Content MarketingWendy Covey is a CEO, a technical marketing leader, author of Content Marketing, Engineered, one of The Wall Street Journal’s 10 Most Innovative Entrepreneurs in America, and she holds a Texas fishing record. Over the last 20 years, Wendy has helped hundreds of technical companies build trust and fill their pipelines using content marketing. Find Wendy on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendycovey, and her websites at https://www.contentmarketingengineered.com, https://www.trewmarketing.com, ...and as always, enjoy the listen.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to mak...2020-08-1422 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsDana Pharant - Unleashing Your Inner DominatrixOur guest today has an incredible background, she grew up in a cult and in her journey to healing became a Dominatrix. Yes, I did say that correctly. These days she has changed gears to help leaders show up with true authenticity and confidence by standing in what she calls the Inner Dominatrix energy. No apologies, no excuses - living your bold, sexy, fun-filled life. Find Dana, on LinkedIn at https://ca.linkedin.com/in/danapharant and her website at https://www.danapharant.com, along with a free resource to help you find your superpower at innerdominatrix...2020-08-1328 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsEric Yehle - Data Slingin' Done RightToday's episode is with fellow St. Louisan Eric Yehle, founder of Software Armor. Starting off in the early 2000s his company was formed out of necessity, and focused on helping companies refine the most important resource they have: their data. From cleaning up messy input, standardizing how data is gathered, and improving the customer experience at some of the largest companies in the area, Eric's been a strong advocate for handling data the right way. And it turns out, he and I have a lot more in common than we thought! Join us as we take a slightly nerdy...2020-08-1222 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAnthony English - A Knight in Shining Armor (for women named Rachel)Starting off in technology, today's guest realized he had a lot to offer to business owners around the world. Today? He specializes in helping women named Rachel. From being broad to being specific, Anthony English has created a way to get the exact persona he helps shoehorned right into the minds of people, and has built a client base full of people who are eager to figure out the next step in creating their dream. And it starts by simply redefining success--making sure each person is operating within their definition of it and no one else's. The result? A...2020-08-1134 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsEvan Knox - This Ain't Your Granddad's Marketing!Marketing is different these days. Social media has dramatically changed the face of what works and what doesn't.  How do you know what bad marketing looks like? How do you know what good marketing looks like? Well Evan Knox, founder of Caffeine Marketing knows the answer.  This ain't your granddad's marketing, and on today's episode we talk about ways you can refine and target your ideal audience and get measurable results, and how to test yourself to see if your messaging is simple enough for everybody to understand.  Plus we...2020-08-1029 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsTed Sullivan - How to Get Unstuck in LeadershipUnless you've been building businesses or been in leadership roles for years, you'll probably reach a point where you go "eh... I'm stuck." It's a general yuck feeling where you know you're not where you want to be, but aren't sure how to get there. Fortunately, there's hope. On today's episode, I got the chance to talk with Ted Sullivan, Chief Marketing Officer of GXG, about how they work to help leaders and business owners get unstuck. With a repeatable process that gets actionable steps and measurable results, helping their customers is a matter of defining where...2020-08-0730 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsHelen Ginman - How Company Culture and Mental Health IntertwineIf you consume social media at all, it's hard to miss the general tone about company culture and mental health. Some companies have it figured out while others struggle to retain talent. Couple that with more recent events creating a ton more stress and you have a recipe for disaster for any company wanting to grow.  Fortunately, there's help. In today's episode, I got the chance to talk with Helen Ginman, Consultant & Trainer in Mental Health & Wellbeing, about what it is that makes for great company culture. And as it turns out, the solution...2020-08-0630 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsJoseph Coppola - How Business Brokerage Helps Business Buyers AND SellersHave you started up a business wondering what selling it would look like? Would you even know where to start? I really didn't, until I had a chance to talk with today's guest. Joseph Coppola, a business broker with St. Louis Group took some time to share what being a business broker is all about. From matching buyers and sellers, coming up with a transition plan, and even getting down in the weeds with personal self-analysis, there's a lot to knowing when and how to buy or sell a business. Fortunately for entrepreneurs in and around the St. Louis...2020-08-0538 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsFred Shaw Jr. - Are We Drugging Our Children?Reverend Fred Shaw has long been a proponent of mental health. And it turns out we... may not really have the correct definition of what mental health is. For decades, maybe centuries, we've ambled along with an idea of what true mental health looks like, and today we have more people medicated for things that could be solved if we just take a holistic look at how the human brain is supposed to work. Sometimes the things we try to fix are our brains trying to just work as intended. In today's episode we look at how so many...2020-08-0424 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAlexander Brockman - From Addiction to ActionAlex’s career has focused on growth, marketing, brand transformation and change management for: Bank of America, Wells Fargo Advisors, NewGround and now, csg. Alex has been a top performer in each company; knowing the importance of the consumer's physical and digital journey/experience in today’s evolving economy. Alex and his wife are committed to giving back to their community through the church they planted and focus their attention on families/neighborhoods impacted by addiction, incarceration and poverty. Alex says, "I battled with crime, addiction, depression and suicidal thoughts for years before God set me on a di...2020-08-0323 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAmanda Love - Is it Old Age or is it Fibromyalgia?Too often people think the different pains and issues they have are due to old age, when they could really be something bigger. Amanda Love's mission is to help people who have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, which plagues many people whether they realize it or not.  But there's good news--rather than turn to medication there are nutrition changes that can be made to help manage the disease long term, and get you closer to normal.  On today's podcast, we talk about what fibromyalgia is, how it starts, and how to manage it. If...2020-07-3125 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsSheila Holt - Whoops! Suddenly I'm a Lender!It's amazing how many ways there are to make money, and Sheila Holt, Founder of Sapphire Lending has an amazing story to tell. During a financial crash, she was offered by three companies to remortgage her home, and she took all three. And then realized: there's a pile of money here that could be used. Fast forward a bit and after lending out some of it with interest, she's turned into a full-featured lending agency.  Sheila's got an awesome story, and it's encouraging to hear how opportunity can come knocking in interesting ways. Key takeaways in...2020-07-3029 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsDale Dupree - Starting the Sales RebellionI've known Dale for about 3 years and today's the day we got to finally meet face to face! Yay tachnology :) Dale started off as The Copier Warrior, carrying his dad's business into the 21st century. And eventually he realized: sales as a whole is broken. So many people try high pressure tactics, grinding out 100 cold calls per day and deep down, not feeling fulfilled.  Sales is supposed to be fun! What have we forgotten? How do we get back to our roots? Well that's the whole point of The Sales Rebellion. Dale is building an army...2020-07-2932 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsRobert Kennedy III - Leadership and Influence via Awesome CommunicationIn this episode, I got to talk with Robert about some really important aspects of communication and how it ties to leadership and even presenting. We covered why confidence so important for leaders, how confidence itself affects communication and presentation, guaranteeing influence when it counts most, getting the attention of an audience at the outset and how to develop your signature story. Lots in here to unpack. We're all leaders in some fashion--being intentional about it by communicating at the right layer, and influencing the right way, sets you apart from everyone else.  Find out more...2020-07-2835 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsCharle Peck - Blending Mental Health with EducationFellow podcast host Charle Peck and I got the chance to talk with Charle Peck about what it really takes to advance humanity (which is what her podcast is called!). We talked about education, the teen brain, and how she pursued a degree in therapy while still being a high school teacher. Charle's got such a drive and passion to figure out how best to impact society for good.  Find more about Charle at AdvancingHumanityPodcast.com, on Twitter at @AdvancingHumans and on her Facebook page called Advancing Humanity. ...and as always, enjoy the listen.2020-07-2729 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsTim Fitzpatrick - The One True Marketing PhilosophyIn this second stab at this episode, I got the opportunity to talk with Tim Fitzpatrick, Founder of Rialto Marketing, about... well, marketing! Namely, figuring out whether you're confused about your marketing approach, and if so, how to build a process for it. Marketing is an incredibly hard art to master, but with the right process in place, you can absolutely succeed in it. Tim's got some really cool concepts and deep philosophy about how to do marketing the right way, before digging into platforms and technology. Get the basics down first.  Find Tim at www...2020-07-2434 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAaron Burnett - AI and Marketing as BFFsOn today's episode, Aaron Burnett and I got the chance to talk about how marketing and AI can work together. Technology's pretty amazing, and already many companies and platforms are using it to blend marketing with artificial intelligence to bring a great buying experience to people. Having the right product at the right time.  We also had a hilarious technical glitch partway through that you'll enjoy lol  Aaron built WDMG on a foundation of positive culture - one infused with helpfulness, kindness, generosity, and joy. In addition to the exceptional support of clients, the company...2020-07-2323 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsShaun L Duvall - That Poop Your Pants Feeling When Starting a BusinessLove talking with my good buddy Shaun Duvall, founder of Duvari Group. We've known each other for years, caught up in person at a LinkedInLocal back in 2018 and I heard about his dream to build an awesome recruiting company. Fellow St. Louisan, servant with a huge heart, we got the chance to talk about some of the funny and scary points of opening a new business.  Check his group out and see what they're up to!  www.duvari.com www.facebook.com/duvarigroup/ www.linkedin.com/company/duvari-group/ ...and...2020-07-2228 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAlex Avery - The Wisdom in our PetsOn today's episode I got the chance to chat with New Zealand's finest veterinarian, Dr. Alex Avery. Turns out there are some interesting conditions in pets that mirror the health of their owners, and you can track some things in society by picking up on those signals. I leaned a lot about Dr. Alex's journey and specialty, and you will too!  Find Dr. Alex at ourpetshealth.com. And as always, enjoy the listen.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: h...2020-07-2124 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsClaire Chandler - Pivoting to Create an HR EmpireClaire Chandler and I talked about her venture, Talent Boost. From the time she left corporate until now, she shared about the different pivots and path she's taken to get her hiring company to the point it is today. There are a couple kinds of discomfort with building business--sometimes you need to pivot, and sometimes you need to push through a challenge. Which one should you pick when? Welp you'll have to listen to this episode!  Find out more about Claire by meeting her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairechandlersphr/ or her company...2020-07-2034 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsListon Witherill - Serve, Don't SellWhat does "Serve, Don't Sell" mean? Liston Witherill shares about what true sales means. It's easy to think that sales has this really bad image, kinda sleazy, but real sales is absolutely not. It's less about the sale and more about the relationship. With the right relationship, a sale almost seems like a side effect! And great sales means having a service-first mindset, where the client's interests are above your own. Find out more about Liston and his enterprise at the following places:  Website: servedontsell.com Podcast: servedontsell.com/podcast Newsletter: servedontsell...2020-07-1723 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsTwyla Dell - The Earth's Next FuelCoronavirus was disruptive, but it's actually uncovered a lot of things that could be changed. Our use of fossil fuels is a big one. Dr. Twyla Dell has been studying the environment in a much different way than others--tracking history and noticing that our choice of fuels creates a marked difference in our culture. From wood to coal to gas, each transition creates a huge positive change in technology. Right now we have tech and culture that could enable us to remove a ton of gasoline usage. What would be the results of this? Only one way to find...2020-07-1626 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAntwan T Lawrence - Using Data to Prevent InjuryOn this episode, I got the chance to dig deeper into Antwan's venture with DataJocks. Turns out, using analytics to get out in front of athlete injuries before it happens is a pretty big deal. With following sleeping patterns, tracking movement and dozens of other data points, he and his company can wield data and dashboards to tell the story about how well each athlete is doing. It's an entertaining mix of sports and science.  Find Antwan on Facebook and Instagram at @DataJocks ...and enjoy the listen --- This episode is sponsored by · A...2020-07-1524 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsChris Spurvey - You are Your Most Important CustomerListen: if you go into sales thinking it's sleazy and pushy, it's going to affect how you perceive it. There are some excellent salespeople out there who love what they do because they seek first to serve. Today's guest, Chris Spurvey, is one of those people. We talk about what it means to create a vision and a story not just for your potential clients, but also to share with yourself, and rewire yourself with affirmations that create the right environment to make sales successful. Turns out you are your most important customer! Find more about Chris...2020-07-1426 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsRandall J Santel - Munching Your Way To SuccessHaha this was a fun episode! Randy Santel is a Professional Eater, and shared his story about how he kinda fell into the role of doing food challenges for money. It takes a special mindset and a certain set of genetics to succeed in this area, and he found out somewhat by accident that he had what it takes. Now he's working toward being a nutritionist in the next phase of his career. Join us in this episode to find out more about his story.  Find out more about Randy and how eating can be done...2020-07-1323 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsLori Saitz - Building Relationships the Right Way, FamOn today's episode, Lori Saitz, Founder of Zen Rabbit and I talk about how she started her business (which is a pretty cool story and has nothing to do with rabbits at all) but also about how transitioning from being an introvert to an extrovert might not even be accurate! I learned so much from this episode today, and Lori brought all her skills in the areas of relationship building, networking and connecting with the right people.  Find out more about Lori at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorisaitz/ https://zenrabbit.com/confidentconnections2020-07-1030 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsPamela Biasca Losada - From Chocolate to Holistic Health CoachEver been looking for your next dark chocolate fix by looking online for deals, and end up starting a business? No? Well that's a big part of how today's guest started her business! Pamela Biasca Losada, Founder of Health and Emotional Empowerment Coaching, decided that following her passion of coaching people on holistic health practices was what she needed to jumpstart her career as she came to the USA. It's been a wild journey of finding self, helping others and following her true calling.  Find out more about Pamela at these fine outlets:  ...2020-07-0928 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAlain Hunkins - Cracking the Leadership CodeHow do you crack the leadership code? Well, first step is listening to today's podcast. Alain and I had the chance to talk about true leadership, and what that really looks like. The problem is, so many leaders think that because they're in a particular position, the leadership just happens by default, but nothing could be further from the truth. Real leadership is an action, and it's actually something that can be boiled down to a science. Interested in finding out what the kind of leadership is that will have people wanting to be you when they grow up...2020-07-0827 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsEmily Crookston - Who Really Uses a Philosophy Degree These Days? This Guest lolOn today's episode, Emily Crookston, founder of The Pocket PhD, shared with me how she turned her background as a philosophy professor into content marketing and, ultimately, ghostwriting. Turns out that philosophy helps turn writers into supermutants, because tapping into the "why" of writing a book, and the "why" of the audience you're trying to reach is one of the hardest things. Find out more about Emily's journey in this episode.  Reach out to Emily at https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilycrookston/ or https://www.thepocketphd.com/... ...and enjoy the listen --- This...2020-07-0718 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsKate Toon - Stay "Tooned" to Your Business Goals (and other funny stuff)I got introduced to Kate by a previous podcast guest, and we hit it off right away. Combining her previous skills in copywriting, designing courses and search engine optimization, she's found multiple ways to serve people. And more importantly: avoiding the trap of trading your time for money. Instead of working IN the business, work ON the business. Also this is the first time I scared a guest on the show, so we've got that going for us which is nice.  Find out more about Kate at www.katetoon.com ...and enjoy the listen...2020-07-0628 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsLaura Rubin - Helping Women Navigate Mid-Life with PizzazzIt's always good when the pre-record conversation is so good you almost forget to hit the record button. This was one of those episodes. Midlife isn't easy. A lot of women you and I know struggle with it. But there are some women that realize: hey I'm tired of living everybody else's life. Those are the ones that get the most out of life. Laura Rubin, Midlife Navigator, helps with that. If you're a woman hitting middle age and wondering what's next in life, may want to give this episode a shot.  Find out more about...2020-07-0323 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsKimberly Guimarin - The Caffeine DynastyOn today's episode, I got the chance to talk with Kimmy Guimarin, and hear the story of how she took her father's coffee business to the next level. Previously she was a career-focused woman who also wanted to be a mom, and became a "mom-preneur" to get to where she could have more free time to focus on family. Find out how she pivoted her dad's coffee business, and combined it with a unique approach to selling coffee. Enjoy the listen.  Meet and learn about Kimmy at www.popscoffee.net, @kimmyguimarin or @popscoffee.net --- ...2020-07-0222 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsJennifer Garman - The Attitude of GratitudeHow often do we deeply and truly feel grateful? Do we really know what gratitiude is beyond a simple "thank you" for positive things that happen to us? What about being grateful even when everything seems to be going wrong? Well Jennifer Garman, Certified Life Coach and Founder/CEO of GratitudeMission.org has turned gratitude into a mutant superpower. Starting with the understanding that gratitude is something that needs to be practiced, she's turned it into her personal story about dealing with a mystery illness, and turning gratitude coaching into a fulltime business.  Check out more...2020-07-0122 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsJudy Weintraub - Painlessly Publishing for Business OwnersToday's episode is with Judy Weintraub, Founder of Skillbites. If you're a business owner and you have to get your idea out in a book format, it can be hard to find the time. That's where Judy comes in. Over the years, she's figured out ways to create books out of seemingly nothing--reusing the content previously written--and using her skills to take a "bite" out of the huge task of writing a book. And now she brings it to business owners!  If you're wanting to get published with a minimum of headache, reach out to Judy...2020-06-3019 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsDanielle Goldsmith - Holistic HappinessOn today's episode, I have Danielle Goldsmith, Founder of Find Your Happy Guided Coaching. Danielle is actually my cousin! And in catching up with her recently, I learned more about her business. Too often we short change ourselves on self-care--mind, body and spirit. And we hear it a lot but don't always give it as much weight as we need. If we're really seeking to be happy, we need to figure out what's holding us back from that, and then solve it at the root. Danielle helps with that. If you're a middle-aged woman wondering how to grab life...2020-06-2928 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsFred Shaw - Mental Health or Mental Control?In today's episode, I got the chance to talk with Rev. Fred Shaw Jr., International Spokesperson for the Citizens Commission on Human Rights International. In this talk we discussed some of the misdiagnoses of mental health issues, and what it could mean for society at large.  When certain mental health issues get lumped in as disorders and get prescribed medication without digging deeper to find out the root cause, could it be creating more problems than we think? And is it really even about mental health... or is it something else?  Learn more...2020-06-2627 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAmanda Relyea-Voss - Hands-on Teaching with StyleAmanda Relyea-Voss, owner of Like a Voss and brand new dog mom, spent time with me today sharing how they've decided to go a different direction with teaching social media skills. Instead of creating a course and selling it at scale, taking the bespoke approach and working one-on-one with people has produced amazing results. Although it does mean they can't serve as many people as quickly, the results of this level of service speak for themselves.  If you're considering starting any kind of training program, it's worth thinking what a one-on-one course would look like. What...2020-06-2524 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsCharlene Norman - Re-Bulletproofing Businesses Post-COVIDOn today's episode, I got the chance to talk with Charlene about what Bulletproof Consulting does. Post-COVID, she found that using her skills to help companies focus on exactly what they need to stay open. Pulling from her vast experience working with companies large and small, she developed a Post-COVID success plan, and uses it to impact the businesses and lives around her. Learn more about tips and tricks on how to keep YOUR business going during uncertain times or during the resulting fallout of a worldwide pandemic. It might be easier than you think!  Find...2020-06-2427 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsStan Ward - Are You Running Out of Gas or Oil?Founder of Influence Coaching, Dr. Stan Ward and I chat about how work is done.  There's a lot of transformational thinking behind the reasons why we're doing things, but when we take a step back and ask ourselves, "why am I doing this?" it really helps refine what we're supposed to spend our energy on.  Rather than risk burnout by doing the wrong things, we can make sure that we're resting and recharging the right way, and have what we need to pour into our passions. Enjoy the listen.  Web...2020-06-2422 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsSteve Sims - Giving Yourself Permission to Go BigHow's a guy go from being a bricklayer to having billionaire clients? Step 1: be Steve Sims.  Steve is the author of the book "Blue Fishing", and on this episode he shares his story about giving himself permission to "Go Big", and figuring out that helping people Go Big as well is something people are willing to pay for.  It turns out we don't have to be the best at something, we just have to be incrementally better than everybody else. It's very freeing. If you're wondering what's next in your life, maybe you're...2020-06-2329 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsJames Woods - Started From The Bottom, Now We're HereFounder of SparkTech, James and I talk about our backgrounds and how we got started. His journey includes logistics and more recently telehealth. We talk about the struggles of sustaining a business during a pandemic. And we cover dealing with stress, what makes a great leader and how to create order out of chaos. Enjoy the listen. https://teamsparktech.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesdevelops/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/archdevops/support2020-06-2233 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsHenry Lopez - Are you ready, willing and able to start a business, or nah?On this episode, I talk with fellow podcast host Henry Lopez, about what it really takes to start a business. Turns out it comes down to three things: Are you Ready? Are you Willing? Are you Able? Now while we might have our own ideas about what all that means, really understanding what each term means goes a long way toward finding out if you have what it takes.  Entrepreneurship is not for everybody. It can easily be one of the most difficult things you might ever do. If you're interested in starting a business, then...2020-06-0931 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAlexi Bracey - Health as a WholeOn this episode, I got the chance to talk with Alexi Bracey, Founder of The Whole Health App. We talked about how health scares changed BOTH of our lives, how fueling your body is more than just good diet and what it really means to be truly healthy. There's a lot to learn, but just starting is the first step.  If you feel like you're not at your best, you might not be. Find out what you can do to get control of your health, starting right now. Questions answered include: Why...2020-06-0831 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsRocky Romanella - The Art of True CommunicationJust like how most people believe they're above-average drivers, most people probably think they're above-average communicators. "I get my point across," they say, "so yeah, I'm a good communicator." But think back to the times when you've worked with someone that you really enjoyed. Think about how they made you feel. A lot of that comes from truly mastering communication, and doing it in a way that bolsters other people, not just "getting the point across." Join me and Rocky Romanella, Founder of 3SIXTY Management and author of the book Tighten The Lug Nuts, where we talk...2020-06-0532 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsDr. Pat Boulogne - Why Am I So Sick, Fat and Tired?Probably not lost on many of us that the US is unfortunately the unhealthiest nation on the planet. We seem to be so busy that we can't track and maintain our health properly.  It's gotten to a point where being sick is the norm. We don't have to be barfing or bleeding to have something wrong, but the symptoms that we're not actively fighting, we're actively ignoring or blaming on old age or "just the way life is" But nothing could be further from the truth.  Dr. Pat Boulogne is the...2020-06-0428 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMark Howells - Got Marketing?Whether your business is driven by referrals, inbound or outbound contact, most business owners know you kinda need some form of marketing. But if you're just getting started, or are well on your way, you may not have the budget or the manpower to dedicate to a focused effort on that.  Mark Howells, Founder of Dakota Ridge Marketing, understands that problem. That's why he started his business, which he then also markets. It's really meta.  The difference is, rather than focus on just social media or just email campaigns, he and his group...2020-06-0322 minThe Causey Consulting PodcastThe Causey Consulting PodcastGuest: Michael "Fritz" Fritzius & Advice For Job SeekersMy guest on today's episode is Michael "Fritz" Fritzius, the Owner & CTO of Arch DevOps in STL. Fritz is in the process of developing a program that will help both recruiters and job seekers alike. Key topics we cover:✔️ Not shotgun-blasting your resume all over the globe✔️ Congratulations: you're in sales✔️ Being respectful of everyone's time during the job hunting process-- including your own✔️ The folly of the "easy apply" button (and why you shouldn't use it on everything you see)✔️ Building your own personal brand regardless of the industry you're in✔️ It's "Frih...2020-06-0318 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsShane Emmons - Distributed Teams the Right WayOur second try doing this episode lol, we finally got it in the can! I got the chance to talk with Shane Emmons, CTO of TeamSnap about how they were deliberate about getting distributed teams in place by default, well before coronavirus was even a thing.  In this episode, we also cover what makes distributed teams works, and what can bring it crashing down. And it turns out it's not even about the technology.  Do you have what it takes to make it work at your company? Listen in for some tips, along...2020-06-0230 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsElaine Queathem - Putting a Dent in the Universe via Coding BootcampI met Elaine about 3 years ago as she was building out her dream. Her goal is to impact the lives of people by teaching them about the world of software development.  Rather than take the same approach that universities do, the things she and her staff are... wow, actually relevant? There's so much stuff they don't teach with "formal education" that they cover at Savvy Coders.  Listen in to hear more about her journey, challenges and goals, and how she's changing the world, one career at a time.  savvycoders.com2020-06-0127 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsTom Gledhill - Exit, Stage RightMany business owners start off building their dream with the intent of being able to sell it. Many of those same owners end up in the weeds later on and forget that was the original goal.  When you stop to think about it though: how do you know when it's time to exit? Is it when the company is on top and making fat bank?  According to Tom Gledhill, Founder of XITPROS, the answer is: you can probably exit sooner than you think.  If you're a business owner thinking about...2020-05-2829 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsBrad Cote - The Always-Evolving ProcessBrad Cote is the Founder of Link Performance Therapy and Consultant at Preeminent Practice, and in this episode we talk about how building out processes to scale a company doesn't always look the same. The processes that you start with will have to grow and evolve as your company goes through stages.  That should be a comfort to know, because often we might think that once you figure out That Magic Process then you're done. Instead, we should always be looking for ways to change. And that's not a bad thing.  Find more...2020-05-2726 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAustin Bollinger - Setting and Pursuing Reasonable Goals TodayIn this episode, I talk with Austin Bollinger, best selling author and host at The Daily New Year's Podcast about goal setting. It's on the mind of all kinds of business owners (and... probably everybody, really). What makes a good goal to shoot for? And how do you start?  And once you have that goal, then rather than using the beginning of the year as the time to start, why not just start now? And why not set a series of small goals?  That really is the key to fostering new habits. If...2020-05-2626 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsChristine Perakis - On Resilient LeadershipEver been through a Category 5 hurricane? Me neither. But Christine is. In today's podcast, we talked about how she took her experience going through that, and realizing that we waste a lot of experience on negative things that can really turn to be positive.  Author of The Resilient Leader, she shares a few of the Leadership Barometers that she's noticed over the years, and what it really means to be a true leader during times when fakers will crumple under pressure.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way t...2020-05-2525 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMichael Bryant - Never Too Old to Get StartedBruh. This guy is something else.  Michael Bryant is the founder of CTS Consulting, and we talked about how everything in his life has taught him how to live life abundantly. A business owner who, starting in his 60s, became a 6 time Ironman finisher, and lightning strike survivor, this guy's got an epic story. Sit back and have a listen. Find him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bryant-91b3974/ Website: www.go2ctsonline.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://a...2020-05-2237 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsKeziah Robinson - Looking Back and Looking ForwardFounder of Cassia Partners, Keziah Robertson and I got to have a great conversation about what things will stand out as positive during this tumultuous time. She's been asking her clients that very question.  When going through troublesome times, it's important to be able to look back--not with a sense of regret, but a sense of "wow look how far we've come!" And it's also important to look forward to what's possible for the future. So many things are transpiring now, and we're living history right now. We're a part of it.  Find...2020-05-2123 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsAlex Carmeli - Why Build a Tribe?Founder of the We Build Killer Teams Community, Alex Carmeli and I had a good chat about why it's important to focus on building a tribe of fans to surround you. If you want to learn how to build a team around you, where everybody genuinely cares for one another OR you want to learn how to build that kind of team within your own company, figuring out the science behind that is key. With all the companies griping about not knowing how to foster loyalty, knowing how to actually do it is a huge benefit. 2020-05-2026 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsStephanie Scheller - Being Real and Taking Strategic RiskIn today's EXCELLENT episode, I get the chance to talk with Stephanie Scheller, Founder of Grow Disrupt. We talked about the importance of being real--to yourself, to your circumstances and to your principles--and realizing when it's ok to take some risk and try some new things.  If you're aware of the risks and aware of yourself, you and your business can grow pretty well.  Personal Website at: www.TheStephanieScheller.com Business Website at: www.GrowDisrupt.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SuccessSteph/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The e...2020-05-1932 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsDr. Joanny Liu - Get Unstuck and Don't Live With RegretFounder and Chief Potential Officer of Get Unstuck, Dr. Joanny Liu and I talk about how executives can keep pushing through during times of massive upheaval. There's a lot going on in the world that can make us feel "stuck," but every day we can make choices to help us get unstuck. And, actually, still be successful during a time where failure seems like the default for everyone.  Dr. Joanny Liu is the Founder and Chief Human Potential Officer of Get Unstuck and Concussion Answers. A multi-time speaker at Harvard University on the brain and peak...2020-05-1825 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsJohn Launius - The Most Interesting Man in the WorldI met John... wow, less than a year ago? Seems like at least two or three. And each time I talk with him, I learn something new.  In this episode, John Launius, President of Vidzu Media (right here in St. Louis!) shares the story of his path. How he went from coaching people in a post 9/11 world, to becoming a spokesperson of a tool company, to becoming an intern at a media company and rising through the ranks to become President of that same company.  Brief Bio:  - Original staff...2020-05-1531 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsCece Heart - What Have We Forgotten About Health and Diet?On this episode, I got to talk with Cece Heart, Inspiration Activist and Health and Wellness Coordinator at Seeds. There are so many things we do to our bodies that's just... not working well. And we both wonder if the world's forgotten more about health over the years, sacrificing it in the name of convenience. That's what her vision is, to help people reclaim their health through correct diet.  Also I sing in this episode lol.  Meet Cece at facebook.com/inspirationsorceress, www.ceceheart.com and www.joinseeds.com --- This episode...2020-05-1427 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsNate Peo - Networking for Fun and Profit!Shoot, Nate! Dude's just giving away secrets about why we podcast! Can't just give stuff like this out what the heck!  LOL  Nate is the Host of the All In Podcast, but on today's episode (on MY podcast) we talk about how podcasting really can be a powerful way to build amazing rapport with people in a short amount of time.  If you're tired of cold calling, doing outreach and prospecting... this might just be the episode for you. On my podcast. That I have. Right here.  ...2020-05-1325 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsChristina Sjahli - Bulletproofing Your FinancesDid COVID-19 catch you off guard? Did a worldwide catastrophe seem like a Thing That Could Never Happen? While it may seem like it's impossible to plan for things like this, and protect your finances during a downturn, it's actually not impossible.  Listen to this podcast with Christina Sjahli, Owner of Christina Sjahli Consulting, to find out what should be on your mind to protect for the next time something huge would happen. It is indeed possible to bulletproof your finances, and we frankly need to take a good look at what really could go wrong...2020-05-1228 minThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsThe Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsSara Ondrako - The Trouble with PibblesWhy Veterans? Why pit bulls? On this episode of The Hot Mic @ Arch DevOps, I got with Sara Ondrako to learn more about her passion of combining two unlikely but misunderstood folks.  Pit bulls are one of the most misunderstood dog breeds. And veterans often have a hard time re-integrating into society after active duty. Helping both lean on each other benefits both, and that's her driving vision. As Founder and Executive Director of the American Pitbull Foundation and seasoned Canine Behavior Consultant, she's the best equipped for solving this challenge.  Web: saraondrako...2020-05-1125 min