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Becoming PreferredPark Howell - The Business of Story: Shifting Your Brand from "What You Make" to "What You Make Happen"SEASON: 6 EPISODE: 28Episode Overview:Welcome to Becoming Preferred, the show where we level up your business and become the best version of you. Today we are tackling the one tool that separates iconic brands from the 'white noise' of the marketplace: Story.Our guest today is an Emmy Award-winning advertising veteran who has spent over forty years proving that story isn't just a creative exercise—it’s a growth engine. Park Howell is the founder of The Business of Story and the creator of the StoryCycle System™, a framework that has helped brands scale...
2026-05-2548 min
Insuring Your SuccessArt is the Business Case — Michael Vickers & the Brampton Arts Organization In this episode of Insuring Your Success, host Bram Bains sits down with Michael Vickers — Executive Director of Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) and accomplished artist with a career that has spanned New York's most prestigious galleries, international exhibitions, and in a film that premiered at Sundance. Michael grew up across three countries — the United States, the UK, and Canada — and always knew he was an artist. At seventeen he received his first grant. He went on to work at Pace Gallery, MoMA PS1, and Deitch Projects in New York before eventually making his way to Brampton — where he's spe...
2026-05-2233 min
Becoming PreferredBill Blankschaen - Elevate Your Influence: The Art and Science of StorytellingSEASON: 6 EPISODE: 13Episode Overview:Welcome back to Becoming Preferred, the podcast dedicated to helping you move from being an option to being the preferred choice in your industry.If you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or a professional, you know the market is saturated. The only thing that truly differentiates you isn't your product; it’s your story. How clearly you tell it determines your entire ceiling for growth. That’s why I am thrilled to welcome a man who is the master architect behind some of the world's most influential narratives. Our guest...
2026-02-0940 min
Becoming PreferredShay Thieberg - LinkedIn Strategies, Tactics and FrameworksSEASON: 6 EPISODE: 11Episode Overview:Welcome back to Becoming Preferred, the podcast that arms you with the strategies to stop chasing and start attracting your ideal clients! I’m your host, Michael Vickers, and if you're a business professional or entrepreneur, you know the struggle: you have an incredible service, but cutting through the noise to establish yourself as the trusted authority feels impossible.Today, we are tackling the single most powerful B2B platform: LinkedIn. It’s time to stop using your profile as a dusty online resume and start transforming it into a de...
2026-01-2648 min
Becoming PreferredMichael Jacobson - Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition: A Smarter Path to Business OwnershipSEASON: 6 EPISODE: 9Episode Overview:Welcome back to Becoming Preferred, the podcast where we help you become preferred in the markets you serve. If you thought the flower business was quaint, slow, or low-tech, get ready for a wake-up call. Our guest today is Michael Jacobson, CEO of French Florist. He didn't just take over an old business; he engineered a dramatic transformation. Starting from a struggling $600,000 operation, he built a high-performance franchise model that now generates millions in annual revenue and triples the profitability of traditional flower shops. Michael’s mastery is the fusion of ti...
2026-01-1938 min
Becoming PreferredKevin Anderson - The Ghostwriter's Advantage: Buying Time and ExpertiseSEASON: 6 EPISODE: 8Episode Overview:Welcome back to Becoming Preferred, the podcast dedicated to helping you reach your highest professional potential. Today, we're talking about the ultimate business credential: the high-impact non-fiction book.Our guest has mastered the art of turning expertise into intellectual property. He's a #1 national bestselling author himself, a Harvard-trained scholar, and the CEO of a firm that helps public figures and top professionals land deals with major publishers. He is the person leading literary agents and corporate leaders call when the message must be perfect.Kevin Anderson is...
2026-01-0536 min
Free On the Inside - Prison PodcastEpisode One - Interview with Evangelist Michael VickersSend us a textJoin Donna as she interviews Evangelist Michael Vickers. Michael was born and raised in Montgomery Alabama, he was abandoned by his father at 18 months old and grew up in poverty stricken neighborhoods that were full of gang and drug culture. He was constantly seeking affirmation since he never received it from his father. That led to Michael joining a gang at 9 years old. Before he became a teenager, he was sexually abused by a man for 3 years. Michael says his life was your typical fatherless, broken and wounded story. Michael w...
2025-05-031h 35
Scale Up Strategies: The Business Podcast for Coaches, Consultants, and SpeakersGain a Competitive Edge by Owning Your Business Vertical/Niche with Speical Guest Michael VickersEver wondered how businesses can truly stand out in a crowded market? Join us as we welcome Michael Vickers, a entrepreneur and consultant, who shares his secret sauce for success: mastering business verticals. Michael promises to enlighten us with his insight on why identifying and owning specific niches is the game-changer you need to prevent business failure. With his practical strategies, you'll learn how to position your business as the go-to choice in your industry, ensuring that you not only survive but thrive amidst fierce competition.But that’s not all. We also explore the dy...
2024-12-1642 min
Becoming PreferredMichael Kerr – Workplace Culture Leadership in BusinessSEASON: 4 EPISODE: 8Episode Overview:In today’s competitive marketplace, finding and keeping the right employees can be a challenge. What if you could create the kind of workplace where everyone wants to work? From ideas on inspiring teamwork to inspiring workplace communication, my guest today says that your workplace culture is your #1 competitive advantage. To help us understand how you can elevate your culture and become the preferred employer of choice, is author, speaker and coach, Michael Kerr. Guest Bio: Michael Kerr is a Hall of Fame speaker who speaks...
2024-07-2235 min
The Sales Problem PodcastS3 Ep #6: How to Outsell your Competition with Michael VickersAre you the 1st person clients call when they are ready to buy?Are you the 'Go To' Sales rep in your Industry?Are you the 'Preferred Choice' when clients purchase?If not- you won't outsell the competition because they are getting the Leads that you are not!If you want to 'Become Preferred'- click play and let our expert Michael Vickers guide you to becoming the 1st phone call, email or text in your Territory! For an exclusive Sales Problem Podcast Listeners FREE book download...
2024-06-051h 11
Becoming PreferredMichael Schank – Achieving Digital Transformation SuccessSEASON: 3 EPISODE: 30Episode Overview:It’s no secret that the enormous complexity involved in an organizational digital transformation can hinder its success. Consequently, some 70 percent of digital initiatives fail to meet their goals. Failure can put an organization at a severe competitive disadvantage, and in some cases, can be fatal. Executing on a solid digital transformation journey is a significant undertaking that demands leadership commitment, thoughtful planning, and rigorous execution. In this episode, my guest, Michael Schank will be sharing invaluable strategies and frameworks on how to successfully tackle digital transformation. So whether you...
2024-04-1535 min
The Craft of Memory PodcastHe Memorized 50 Words in 24.49 Seconds | Q&A w/ Don Michael VickersIf you would like to support the Craft of Memory, please consider subscribing to my newsletter: https://thecraftofmemory.substack.com In today's episode, I speak with Don Michael Vickers, a Canadian memory athlete. He is especially known as being one of the best in the world at memorizing words. We speak about the memory techniques that he uses and his approach to memory training.
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2024-03-0451 min
AFIO PodcastAFIO Now Presents: Michael Vickers Part IIIn the second of a two-part series, former CIA Operations Officer and Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence Michael Vickers discusses his new memoir, "By All Means Available: Memoirs of a Life in Intelligence, Special Operations, and Strategy." Recorded 29 Jun 2023. Interviewer: Jim Hughes, AFIO President and former CIA Operations Officer.
2023-11-0651 min
Becoming PreferredKate DiLeo – Stop Telling Stories and Start Having ConversationsSEASON: 3 EPISODE: 9Episode Overview:Today’s digital economy has turned us into bullish broadcasters. We shout as if we are holding a megaphone in our hands, blasting out a multitude of messages, hoping to catch our prospects’ attention. We are equally inundated with messages that yell right back. All of this noise is in the name of storytelling.Stories don’t compel people to buy, conversations do. And to help us develop and implement a winning brand strategy is International best-selling author, speaker and coach, Kate DiLeo.Guest Bio: Kate Di...
2023-11-0633 min
Becoming PreferredMichele Mariscal – Grief Recovery and Feelings of Loss that Can Lead to AnxietySEASON: 3 EPISODE: 8Episode Overview:Grief is a natural response to loss, and it can have a profound impact on your mental health. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, a job, a relationship, or even a pet, the emotions that accompany grief can be overwhelming and can often lead to mental health challenges. Understanding the connection between grief and mental health is crucial in seeking the help and support needed to navigate through this difficult journey. To help us understand the role of grief and mental health is author, speaker and c...
2023-10-3032 min
Becoming PreferredDanielle Harward – Creating Compelling ContentSEASON: 3 EPISODE: 7Episode Overview:Ghostwriting is an essential service that has been around for many years. It allows individuals or organizations to produce high-quality content, such as books, articles, speeches, and blogs, without the need for the author to write it themselves. Ghostwriting also helps to ensure that the content is well-written, engaging, and free from errors. It is a valuable service that plays a vital role in business today. If you want to learn all about ghost writing and create compelling content and how you can employ it in your business, then y...
2023-10-2333 min
Becoming PreferredAlejandro Sanoja – How to Leverage Blogs to Become the Go-To Expert in your NicheSEASON: 3 EPISODE: 6Episode Overview:In today's competitive marketplace it's essential that professionals communicate their value and expertise with confidence in order to elevate their professional profile, stand out from the crowd, and attract growth opportunities.If you want to learn how to level up your personal branding and get the recognition you deserve, then you are going to get some great insights from my guest who is a professional business positioning expert. Join me now for my conversation with Alejandro Sanoja.Guest Bio: Alejandro is a personal branding consultant a...
2023-10-1642 min
Becoming PreferredAndrew Adeniyi – The Circle of LeadershipSEASON: 3 EPISODE: 5Episode Overview:By intentionally leveraging culture, you can inspire positive action through a compelling mission or vision statement and your core values. Today’s guest is passionate about organizational culture, business strategy, leveraging diversity, equity, and inclusion for competitive advantage and has some great insight on leadership and work culture that can make or break your business. Join me now for my conversation with my guest, Andrew Adeniyi.Guest Bio: Andrew is a first-generation Nigerian-American from South Bend, Indiana. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Co...
2023-10-0935 min
Chain ReactionReflections on a Life in Special Operations, Intelligence, and Strategy: A Conversation with Dr. Michael VickersIn a career spanning from the height of the Cold War to the fight against Al Qaida, Michael Vickers worked at every level of the US national security community. From his time as an Army Green Beret trained to parachute behind Soviet lines in Europe with a “backpack” nuclear weapon, to his final assignment as the senior official responsible for all Department of Defense intelligence activities, few people have accumulated as much experience. Join host Bob Hamilton as he talks with Dr. Vickers about his career and the lessons he draws for today’s national security practitioners.By All Me...
2023-10-0531 min
Becoming PreferredDr Toni Warner – Success Redefined with Satisfaction in MindSEASON: 3 EPISODE: 4Episode Overview:Ready to take the steps necessary to find balance and enhance your life? High achieving leaders, professionals and businesses can only make maximum impact without burning out, when they have the qualified guidance and essential framework to optimize their lifestyle and wellness effectively.If you are looking for a step by step roadmap for getting optimized and unstuck, then you are going to enjoy my conversation with best selling author, speaker and high-level mentor, Dr. Toni Warner.Guest Bio: Dr. Toni is an internationally bestselling co...
2023-10-0240 minAFIO PodcastAFIO Now Presents: Michael Vickers Part IIn the first of a two-part series, former CIA Operations Officer and Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence Michael Vickers discusses his new memoir, "By All Means Available: Memoirs of a Life in Intelligence, Special Operations, and Strategy." Recorded 9 Jun 2023. Interviewer: Jim Hughes, AFIO President and former CIA Operations Officer.
2023-09-2541 min
Becoming PreferredMeghann Misiak – Sales Trends and Disruption!SEASON: 3 EPISODE: 3Episode Overview:Ready to transform your sales team? Ready to shorten your sales cycle and increase your team’s close rates? Want to learn how to bring more value to your sales conversations? Want to get your new salespeople up to speed and crushing quota faster than ever before? Then you are going to enjoy my conversation with sales coach, trainer and strategist, Meghann Misiak.Guest Bio: As a Sales Coach, Trainer, and Strategist, Meghann Misiak is in the business of Sales Transformation. Since 2016, she has been accou...
2023-09-2546 min
Integrative Cancer Solutions with Dr. KarlfeldtRestoring your Metabolism the Gerson Therapy way with Dr. Patrick VickersToday we welcome back Dr. Patrick Vickers, an Alternative/Natural Cancer Specialist and Chiropractor, whom has deep appreciation for Max Gerson’s work on alternative cancer treatment.If you missed the first interview with Dr. Vickers then head back and take a listen. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/integrative-cancer-solutions-with-dr-karlfeldt/id1523414560?i=1000545043526Back when Dr. Patrick was in school and on his way to becoming a chiropractor, he was already in love with the Gerson treatment. The treatment focuses on manipulating metabolism and reestablishing the production of energy on a cellular level, within patients suffering fro...
2023-09-2057 min
Becoming PreferredRenée Marino – Communicate with ConfidenceSEASON: 3 EPISODE: 2Episode Overview:Everything begins with communication, so learning to master this skill can open up limitless opportunities. Most people don’t consider themselves good communicators. It’s a fact that deliberate, confident, and results-driven communication is the cornerstone to a successful business, meaningful relationships, and an abundant life. My next guest has made it her obsession to help everyday people master communication with simple processes and tools. If you strive for higher purpose or success, then you are going to enjoy my conversation with bestselling author, coach, speaker, and film actress, Renée...
2023-09-1836 min
Becoming PreferredDavid Kurkjian – Three Sins of Selling: Don’t Make These Mistakes and Ruin Your SaleSEASON: 3 EPISODE: 1Episode Overview:In a commoditized and competitive world, buyers have unlimited choices in how they solve their problems. They also have vast information on the internet about those solutions. As a matter of fact, according to recent Gartner research, buyers only spend 17% of their time meeting with sales professionals. What this means is, the ability to communicate unique value for your product or service in early stage selling conversations is critical.With these challenges as a backdrop, what if you could: Elevate the perceived value of your product or service or m...
2023-09-1148 min
Becoming PreferredDavid Owasi – AI Automation Lead GenerationSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 36Episode Overview:The future of marketing, selling and business development is with Artificial Intelligence or AI. My guest, David Owasi, is a seasoned expert in leveraging innovative technologies for lead generation and business development. With a deep understanding of the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), David possesses the unique expertise to empower your business to unlock its full potential by harnessing cutting-edge AI tools that can help you automate repetitive tasks, streamline operations, and enhance productivity. With David's guidance, your business can tap into the immense power of AI to g...
2023-09-0443 min
Becoming PreferredAlyssa McMasters – How to Process and Make Friends with RejectionSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 35Episode Overview:Confidence is an underrated superpower that can enhance every aspect of job performance, from communication to closing sales. Not protecting that confidence in hard times, grief or self-perceived failure can be devastating. Here to talk about how to process rejection and build confidence is my guest, Alyssa McMasters.Guest Bio: Alyssa is a certified confidence coach who leverages body neutrality, mindfulness, and evidence-based exercises to guide you toward embracing your natural confidence. She believes that confidence is a muscle that can be strengthened with dedication and...
2023-08-2840 min
Becoming PreferredAnna Lovell-Nesmith – Avoid, Navigate, and Overcome BurnoutSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 34Episode Overview:Struggling with overwhelm, anxiety, depression or exhaustion? Ready to reclaim your emotional, mental and physical health and find joy in your life. Here today to help us avoid, navigate and overcome burnout, without wasting time and energy, is professional burnout specialist, Anna Lovell-Nesmith.Guest Bio: With a 100% success rate, Anna Lovell-Nesmith helps Business Professionals, CPA's, Bookkeepers, and Tax Accountants avoid, navigate, and overcome burnout, and transform their lives.Typically, clients come to Anna because they are struggling with overwhelm, anxiety, headaches, stomachaches, depression or...
2023-08-2139 min
Becoming PreferredConnie Capiotis – Living Life and Running Your Business with Zest and IntentionSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 33Episode Overview:Today’s marketplace can be challenging for all kinds of reasons, and entrepreneurs and business professionals need to stay focused and engaged.If you’re looking to not only grow your business, but to reclaim more of your time, passion, and find spicy, savory satisfaction in all that you do, then you are going to enjoy my conversation with award-winning consultant, and catalytic growth specialist, Connie Capiotis.Guest Bio: Connie Capiotis is an award winning business consultant, transformational leadership expert, speaker, and coach. As CEO of Fu...
2023-08-1436 min
Becoming PreferredJessica Zeitz – Entrepreneurship, Marketing, and Real EstateSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 32Episode Overview:Looking to generate more leads? Whether it’s blog posts, social media or email campaigns, learn to leverage these tools effectively to reach hundreds of new prospects every week without spending hours online searching for the right people to connect with. Learn to make your content a priority and keep up on trends, and how often you need to adjust your strategies. Join me now for my conversation with social media expert, Jessica Zeitz.Guest Bio: Jessica Zeitz has always been enamored with architecture, interior desi...
2023-08-0740 min
Becoming PreferredLarry Jacobson – Proven Trust-Building Process to Create Instant RapportSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 31Episode Overview:Trust is the foundation of all relationships. My guest today will share his proven trust-building process to help you create instant rapport quickly and establish long-lasting relationships personally and professionally. You'll learn practical strategies and insights that you can apply immediately to build trust and confidence in any relationship. So, get ready to take notes and learn from one of the best in the business. Join me for my conversation with Larry Jacobson.Guest Bio: Since his professional training at the MBA Program at the Bo...
2023-07-3143 min
SpyCast"Intelligence, Special Operations, and Strategy" – with Michael VickersSummaryMichael Vickers (Website) joins Andrew (Twitter; LinkedIn) to discuss his remarkable career and memoir. He was formerly the Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence. What You’ll LearnIntelligence
His specialized training to wear a “Nuclear Backpack” (yes, literally!)
Overseeing a multibillion-dollar CIA covert action program against the Soviets
Planning the Osama Bin Laden raid
Retooling defense intelligence for the 21st century
Reflections
Finding a narrative that unites the various chapters of your life
Serving a country vs. serving a political party
And much, much more …
2023-07-251h 13
Becoming PreferredAkeem Haynes – Perseverance and Resiliency in Business, Sports, and in LifeSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 30Episode Overview:In life, there are bound to be obstacles and challenges that we must face. It is how we respond to them that determines our success and ultimately shapes our character. Akeem Haynes is a prime example of how perseverance and resilience can lead to incredible achievements.In this episode, Akeem will share his experiences and insights on how to overcome adversity and setbacks in all areas of life, including sports, business, and personal growth, so you can thrive in any situation. Join me for my conversation with Akeem Haynes.
2023-07-2441 min
Becoming PreferredDr Nothabo Ncube – Inspiring Hope & Courage: Personal EmpowermentSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 29Episode Overview:My guest today has had to overcome big challenges in order to achieve big dreams. She uses her story of loss, struggle and perseverance to inspire and empower others to make an impact in the world by turning pain into purpose. Through her work, she has helped countless people overcome obstacles and achieve their goals by embracing their unique strengths and identities. Her approach is grounded in empathy, compassion, and a deep understanding of the complexity of the human experience. Join me now for my conversation with Dr. Nothabo N...
2023-07-1738 min
The Everyday Warrior Podcast with Mike SarrailleThe Continuous Evolution of Special Operations: Insights from Michael VickersOn this episode of the Men's Journal Everyday Warrior Podcast, we have the privilege of speaking with Michael Vickers, an American defense official and a highly experienced and knowledgeable strategist in counterterrorism. Having witnessed the mistakes made after the Vietnam War, he understood the importance of preparing for irregular warfare on a large scale. The events of 9/11 further emphasized the need for increased capabilities in counterterrorism and the vital lesson of denying adversaries any safe havens. He emphasized the necessity of maintaining readiness and not underestimating the remaining threats, ensuring that the progress gained is not reversed. Michael Vickers is...
2023-07-1158 min
Becoming PreferredAlicia Berruti – Video and Human Centered CommunicationSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 28Episode Overview:In today's digital age, effective communication is key to success, particularly in the business world. With video taking center stage in remote work and virtual meetings, it's essential to understand how to use this medium to its full potential. That's why I'm thrilled to introduce my guest, Alicia Berruti, an expert in Video and Human Centered Communication. In this conversation, Alicia will share her insights on how to leverage video to enhance your business communication, build stronger relationships, and improve customer engagement. Join me now for an insightful conversation w...
2023-07-1039 min
Becoming PreferredDee Bowden – How to Collect the Cash as a Business OwnerSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 27Episode Overview:For business owners, making sales is the mark of success. But if you’re not keeping up with the back end, you might not have anything to show for it. To talk to us about how to stop leaving money on the table and collect the cash, is revenue recovery expert, Dee Bowden.In this episode, Dee shares valuable insights and strategies on how to improve your billing and collections process, avoid common mistakes, and ultimately increase your revenue. Whether you're a small business owner or a seasoned entrepreneur, De...
2023-07-0336 min
Becoming PreferredSandie Eggers – Building ResilienceSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 26Episode Overview:Sandie Eggers is an expert in building resilience and overcoming adversity. Sandie has helped countless individuals and organizations to navigate through challenging times by providing them with practical strategies and tools to build their resilience. In this episode, Sandie will share her insights on how to develop resilience, overcome obstacles, and bounce back stronger than ever before. Get ready to be inspired and motivated as Sandie shares her powerful strategies and techniques for building resilience and thriving in the face of adversity. Join me for my conversation with Sandie E...
2023-06-2635 min
Becoming PreferredAmy Joy – The Process and Benefit of Healing TraumaSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 25Episode Overview:Amy Joy understands firsthand the impact of trauma and has made it her mission to help others overcome its effects. With over a decade of experience as a speaker and author, Amy has helped countless individuals navigate the healing process and move forward with their lives. In this episode, she shares her insights and strategies for overcoming trauma in order to achieve personal and professional success. Whether you are struggling with past trauma or simply want to learn more about how to support those who are, this episode is a...
2023-06-1938 min
Becoming PreferredStephen McGarvey – Key Strategies from Successful InfluencersSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 24Episode Overview:Whether you are leading a team, negotiating a contract, looking to optimize sales and marketing performance, or simply attempting to better frame conversations in every day life, persuasion and influence expert, Stephen McGarvey, reveals the proven techniques that the world’s most effective leaders use to motivate themselves and others to excel professionally and personally. Join me now for my conversation with Stephen McGarvey.Guest Bio: Stephen McGarvey is a world-leading authority on unconscious communication, persuasion, and influence. He assists corporations and audiences around the world...
2023-06-1242 min
Becoming PreferredPaul Melchiorre – What It Takes To Be Successful In SellingSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 23Episode Overview:Amateurs in sales score occasional wins. Professionals create consistent results. Top sales professionals don’t make quota, they exceed quota. They don’t make sales, they create customers. They don’t dream of earning a good living, they are living the good life.My guest has captured the time-tested sales wisdom of great salespeople that realized early in their career that learning means earning. Join me now for my conversation with author, and speaker Paul Melchiorre.Guest Bio: Paul Melchiorre is co-author of: Selling the Cloud...
2023-06-0541 min
Becoming PreferredD Arlando Fortune – Self Publishing, Storytelling, and High PerformanceSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 22Episode Overview:Ready to take your career to the next level? Need some strategies to get your book written, and most importantly published? My guest D Arlando Fortune, or “Fortune” as he likes to be called, is a master when it comes to storytelling and has a unique perspective on entrepreneurship, having transitioned from pro-level baseball, to government accountant and to the world of self-publishing.Fortune's approach is centered around storytelling, as he understands the importance of connecting with your audience and standing out from the crowd. Join me for my conver...
2023-05-2941 min
Becoming PreferredJenny Harkleroad – 17 Seconds to Wellness and SuccessSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 21Episode Overview:Most of us are making decisions driven by unconscious programming and we don't even realize it. We can try to work harder, push through and hustle to reach our goals, but what if we could get our subconscious mind on board to achieve success more quickly and easily? My guest, Jenny Harkleroad, says it's not only possible, but much closer than we think. Join me now for my conversation with author, speaker and mind change teacher, Jenny Harkleroad.Guest Bio: Jenny Harkleroad is an author, sp...
2023-05-2240 min
Becoming PreferredAaron Volpatti – Visualization, Grit, and AdversitySEASON: 2 EPISODE: 20Episode Overview:The mind is the most powerful tool we have at our disposal. When you’re down and out, it takes a fighting spirit to keep going, and more importantly, something worth fighting for. Aaron Volpatti is a former NHL player and a pioneer in visualization and performance mindset. Aaron joins us to discuss the true power of the human mind and what is possible with visualization that will help you reframe adversity, instill a deep sense of trust in your journey, and demystify the impossible. Join me now for my...
2023-05-1549 min
Becoming PreferredJason Muhammad – Next Generation LeadershipSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 19Episode Overview:As a leader, you have to manage other people, but first and foremost, you need to know how to effectively lead yourself.If you're ready to leave the bench and embrace the growth mindset towards leadership so that you can take your business or organization into the future, then you'll enjoy my conversation with author, speaker and leadership expert, Jason Muhammad.Guest Bio: Jason Muhammad founder of JM Leadership Development. He is a certified life and leadership trainer assisting companies to fill or build their l...
2023-05-0835 min
Becoming PreferredCody Lowry – The Art of the SchmoozeSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 18Episode Overview:Looking to give yourself an edge over the competition? We all know that relationship building is the key to success in life and business. It's who you know, not what you know, that can often make the difference. To help us understand what they should teach you at Harvard Business School and how to professionally schmooze is author and speaker, Cody Lowry.Guest Bio: Cody takes on life with a unique perspective, executing bold ideas, making others laugh, and being ever mindful of the little gu...
2023-05-0132 min
Becoming PreferredEric Collier – Getting Unstuck from Mental QuicksandSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 17Episode Overview:Do you ever feel stuck and feel like you’re sinking into mental quicksand? Does it often feel like you’re on a hamster wheel, doing the same thing every day and getting nowhere? To help us understand how we can maintain our motivation, live more consciously, and continue our journey to our long-term goals, is “The Mayor of Motivation”, Eric Collier.Guest Bio: Delivering a high-energy, high-impact message, Eric Collier “The Mayor of Motivation”, authentically inspires audiences to break through mental barriers and overcome rising challen...
2023-04-2442 min
Becoming PreferredNathalie Noisette – Strategies for Credit Score SuccessSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 16Episode Overview:Building good credit is an essential part of your financial planning. In fact, good credit is key to your future success with money.Whether you are a business professional, entrepreneur, or have a side-gig, having and using credit appropriately and managing your finances is critical to your success. After all, credit is part of your financial power. To help us understand how to make credit work for us is author, speaker and financial strategist, Nathalie Noisette.Guest Bio: New York Native, Nathalie Noisette, has transformed the...
2023-04-1742 min
Becoming PreferredJulie Lee – The Connected LeaderSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 15Episode Overview:The idea that prestige is what people want most from a job is outdated. The priority has become what they need, which is a positive work culture where they feel seen, appreciated, and trusted. How do we become the kind of leader that can foster this kind of authenticity? How can we target specific skills that foster connection? How can we create trust by modeling how to be a genuine team player? How can we understand what matters most to our people?When we do, we can e...
2023-04-1032 min
Becoming PreferredGreg Kihlström – If You Want to Lead in Business, the Customer Comes FirstSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 14Episode Overview:Between consumer demands for more personalized and greater data privacy and competitive pressures to provide better omni-channel customer experiences, brands are faced with a dilemma. Build the foundation for the future of customer relationships or lose relevancy in a crowded market. Doing this, however, is not without its challenges.While many enterprises are engaged in digital transformations in order to modernize and anticipate future changes, these efforts are often fraught with challenges and many fail to deliver the results promised. To help us understand how to create a world-class...
2023-04-0345 min
Becoming PreferredEileen McDargh – The Energy Connection: A Secret to Resilient Work and LifeSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 13Episode Overview:From business leaders to rank and file workers, the competitive 24/7 world of heart stopping change has left many of us feeling in need of new tools to answer these questions: How do I engage more of my talent and that of the folks around me in meaningful work? What is the true meaning of the word resiliency, and how can I use it to my advantage?And why does it seem that we compete more with each other than the competition? So, if you're ready to take control and...
2023-03-2734 min
Becoming PreferredMichelle Ray – Take the Lead. Embrace Change. Own Your Future.SEASON: 2 EPISODE: 12Episode Overview:Are you ready to lead your team with greater effectiveness in a new world of work? In our world of constant technological and generational change, successful leadership requires transparency, parody, collaboration, and genuine connection with employees and customers. If you're looking to shift your thinking around leadership to become effective in real time and ready for the inevitable disruptions to come, you're going to enjoy my conversation with author, speaker, and leadership expert, Michelle Ray.Guest Bio: Michelle Ray is a Hall of Fame business ke...
2023-03-2043 min
Becoming PreferredMichelle Gladieux – Communicate with CourageSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 11Episode Overview:Raising our game as communicators is the best way to make a difference in our careers and relationships, but it takes courage to find our voice, open up, and invite others to open up to us. Improved communication requires taking smart risks to question our beliefs, take a leap of faith, and build our bravery to make a greater impact in our personal relationships.To help us learn to communicate with courage and overcome the four hidden challenges is communication coach, Michelle Gladieux.Guest Bio: M...
2023-03-1340 min
Becoming PreferredFrancis Jones – Clarify Your Message and Grow Your BusinessSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 10Episode Overview:If you're struggling to find new customers or clients and you're just not sure what you're doing wrong or how to fix the problem, you're not alone. Unfortunately, this isn't a problem that is going to solve itself or just go away. Spending more money to get the same mediocre results will only compound the problem.Imagine what it would be like to have a messaging framework that provides clarity and focus so that you can create websites, emails, and social media content that actually works without spending a f...
2023-03-0637 min
Becoming PreferredScott Channell – Sell the MeetingSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 9Episode Overview:Need more ideal clients? Want to set more discovery calls and sales appointments? Want to overcome your resistance to cold calling and create a predictable sales machine that gets you more high value conversations and clients? Then you're going to enjoy my conversation with author, speaker, and consultant, Scott Channell.Guest Bio: Scott Channell is one of the country's top B2B script writers and appointment setting lead generation pros. Before he started teaching others to "Sell the Meeting," he did it. Smiled and dialed hi...
2023-02-2736 min
Becoming PreferredBill Cates – Radical RelevanceSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 8Episode Overview:Looking to sharpen your marketing message and cut through all the noise to win more clients? Are you winning the race for relevance? Your value proposition must be relevant to your prospects, or they won't give you the time of day. It's not your prospect's job to figure out your value to them. It's your job to develop and communicate your value in a way that will resonate with your ideal clients. To help us understand what we need to do to maintain our relevance is author, speaker, and c...
2023-02-2040 min
The Magnetic Memory Method PodcastAdvanced Memory Palace Problems & Solutions With Don Michael VickersYou’ve got advanced Memory Palace problems and Don Michael Vickers has got solutions.
In this episode of the Magnetic Memory Method Podcast, we’re diving deep into his impressive memory competition experience.
And together, we discuss the differences between using memory techniques for short-term memory and long-term memory outcomes.
But you might be wondering…
What Kind Of Advanced Memory Palace Problems?
There are a few you might encounter as you use the Memory Palace technique.
These include:
Too much or too little space between your loci
D...
2023-02-151h 11
Becoming PreferredJanelle Barlow – A Complaint is a GiftSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 7Episode Overview:According to the 2020 National Customer Rage Study, when complaining, 58% of customers got no, or limited satisfaction for their efforts, while 65% left filled with rage and frustration. This means that too many businesses are scripting, outsourcing, or seriously mishandling their customer service. They are missing a key point that customer complaints are a gift to companies, that when handled well, will reap huge rewards. To help us understand why businesses should seek out complaints, learn the strategies to handle them effectively and turn dissatisfaction into brand loyalty, is best selling a...
2023-02-1337 min
Becoming PreferredJim Pancero – New Rules – Old ToolsSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 6Episode Overview:Today’s marketplace is more competitive than ever. The way people buy has changed and salespeople and sales leaders need to understand the new rules for old tools if they are to be successful. To help us understand how to evolve our salespeople and our sales leaders is author, speaker, and sales performance coach, Jim Pancero.Guest Bio: If you are excited, motivated, and ready to improve your sales team’s success, then Jim Pancero has the leading-edge solutions you need to increase your competitive advant...
2023-02-0645 min
Becoming PreferredSteve Weinberg – Above Quota PerformanceSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 5Episode Overview:More than 50% of sales pros regularly fail to achieve their annual sales targets. Corporations have invested generously in training, but it doesn't seem to be effective. Despite spending millions of dollars, they have not been able to solve the pervasive problem of low sales quota achievement. There is no other profession where this pattern of low performance success is tolerated.Moreover, the pandemic has made B2B selling even more challenging. Sales is no longer a simple linear process. Today's sales professionals require new skills to deal with the...
2023-01-3043 min
Becoming PreferredDiane Windingland – Elevate Your Virtual PresentationsSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 4Episode Overview:Whether you’re presenting training programs, team meetings, or a sales pitch, you can present like a pro, deal with technological glitches, appear calm under pressure, and deliver value packed virtual presentations.If you want to learn how to make your online meetings as engaging as in-person you’re going to learn some helpful strategies and tactics in my conversation with Diane Windingland. Guest Bio: Diane Windingland, owner of Virtual Speech Coach and the author of several books on communication skills, was originally trained as an eng...
2023-01-2340 min
Becoming PreferredDavid Irvine – Authentic LeadershipSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 3Episode Overview:Leadership is not defined by your title or the size of your office. Leadership is defined by the difference you make, by your capacity to build leaders around you, and by results.Ready to find your voice, deepen your presence, and amplify your impact? You’re going to enjoy my conversation with best selling author, speaker, and coach, David Irvine.Guest Bio: David Irvine is a world-renowned speaker, author, and trusted leadership advisor. With more than forty years of experience as a therapist, workshop facilitator, lec...
2023-01-1642 min
Saving the DreamFixing the system means fixing myself | Corey Vickers | Ep 12VIDEO version here--The great thing is that we live in a country where people can make things better. Former USAF logistics officer and (true) native Texan Corey Vickers talks about fixing yourself, fixing the system, doing good for other people and what it really means to win. #americandream #winnerswin #doinggood --Brought to you by BrainPub Network — rescuing the world from mindlessness one conversation at a time.On the web at SavingTheDream.netMore from BrainPubNetwork.com
2023-01-121h 01
Becoming PreferredJim Cathcart – Rethinking: Designing Your Path for GrowthSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 2Episode Overview:Each year taking the time to rethink your business and your life will help you focus on what’s important, eliminate the distractions limiting your performance and create a framework from which you can grow beyond yourself.To help us understand what we should be rethinking is bestselling author, award winning speaker and popular coach, Jim Cathcart.Guest Bio: Jim is considered one of the world's leading professional speakers and business authors. He is the author of 23 books and mentor to experts and entrepreneurs. His TED...
2023-01-0941 min
Becoming PreferredVince Poscente – The Earthquake: Your Journey From Setback to BreakthroughSEASON: 2 EPISODE: 1Episode Overview:Personal catastrophes are like earthquakes. They leave us too shaken to know what to do next. Afraid that every step we take might spark another upheaval. But we can learn to resist our human instinct to hide from challenges. If you want to learn how you can break through and thrive after a life altering setback, you're going to enjoy my conversation with international bestselling author, Vince Poscente. Guest Bio: Despite any challenges, Vince Poscente advises business leaders with sound advice to accelerate growth. His, “Do what the...
2023-01-0238 min
Becoming PreferredBecoming Preferred Season 1 RecapSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 36The Becoming Preferred Podcast is all about helping you authentically differentiate yourself and stand out in a congested marketplace. Whether you are a business professional, an entrepreneur, a business owner, or just want to enhance your understanding, our goal is to expose you to subject matter experts that are active practitioners in their field and share insights that, if applied, can positively impact your life.We have just finished our first season and we want to thank our guests for generously sharing their insights, and we thank you for listening and supporting the po...
2022-12-2607 min
Singing Teachers TalkEp.91 How to Help Prepare Singers for Drama School Auditions with Michael VickersJoining Alexa today on Singing Teachers Talk is the Head Tutor of Singing at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts, Michael Vickers. The experienced teacher, who also works in private practice with aspiring and professional performers, is here to talk about preparing singers for drama school auditions. KEY MOMENTS‘There are things I started teaching differently after having seen how panels work''Go to the website and constantly check what they're looking for''Be flexible in that moment. Whatever they ask, dive in and try it'R...
2022-12-2150 min
Becoming PreferredEncore Episode – Frank King – Suicide Prevention….Start the ConversationSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 35Encore Episode Overview: This week millions of people are processing the news of another loved and admired celebrity who died by suicide.No doubt, the world has lost too many people we love to mental health challenges. It can be difficult to understand or make sense of the news that somebody we looked up to, admired or touched our lives died from suicide. When we read some of the online comments, we realize that we still have along way to understanding mental health and its impact on all of us...
2022-12-1941 min
Becoming PreferredRoy De Medeiros – Creating Breakthrough Sales GrowthSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 34Episode Overview:Looking to build a high performance sales team? Have a product or service to promote? Want to recession proof your business? If you envision productive new growth for your organization in a challenging marketplace, you're going to enjoy my conversation with Roy De Medeiros.Guest Bio: Roy is the Founder of Fulkrem Management Group and has experience in building and directing elite customer-focused sales and account management teams, leading to the identification and capitalization of profitable growth opportunities in any industry, with extensive successes in developing and e...
2022-12-1236 min
Becoming PreferredStacey Hall – Selling From your Comfort ZoneSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 33Episode Overview:Stacey Hall has coached thousands of entrepreneurs on how to attract sales, satisfaction, and success. She is a bestselling author, a TEDx presenter, and a leading social media marketing expert. Stacey is founder of Success with Stacey Hall and of the groundbreaking social media marketing training program, Go for YES, and she just released her latest book, Selling from Your Comfort Zone. Join me now for my conversation with Stacey Hall.Guest Bio: Stacey Hall, Founder of Success with Stacey Hall, is best known for her...
2022-12-0539 min
Becoming PreferredDave Conway – Mindset and Sales SuccessSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 32Episode Overview:Today’s marketplace can be tough and challenging. If you’re an entrepreneur, business professional or leader, looking to expand the power of your own thinking, and achieve goals you actually desire, then you’re going to enjoy my conversation with mindset and sales coach, Dave Conway.Guest Bio: Dave Conway is a 7-figure entrepreneur and the founder of Conway Consulting. He’s the creator of the One Sale A Day Club, Fusion Mastermind and other elite programs achieving breakthrough results for his international client base. Currently, he contri...
2022-11-2841 min
Becoming PreferredJoe Whitbread – Personal Branding: Maximize Your Social MediaSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 31Episode Overview:Branding is more than just your logo, slogan, product or service. It's more than just a business card or a resume. So what is it then? To learn more about personal and professional branding and how to do it right, is my guest, Joe Whitbread.Guest Bio: Joe Whitbread started his career in broadcast journalism and took his first gig as an on-air personality in Grande Prairie, Alberta shortly after graduating from SAIT. Joe moved through the radio industry as a producer, and salesperson, before transitioning to s...
2022-11-2147 min
Becoming PreferredSteve Hillis – Empower Your Team to Exceed Sales Goals and Maximize ProfitabilitySEASON: 1 EPISODE: 30Episode Overview:If you're looking for ways to empower your sales and service teams to exceed goals, develop a positive mindset, maximize their effectiveness and hold them accountable for their productivity, you're going to enjoy my conversation with coach, trainer, and personal leadership expert, Steve Hillis.Guest Bio: Steve is a dedicated business professional specializing in business coaching and sales strategy development. He has been a driving force behind sales increases for Fortune 500 companies since 1980.His early beginnings began with building a commercial flooring company called Metro F...
2022-11-1434 min
Becoming PreferredDenise Galloni – Overcoming Obstacles to Find Your VoiceSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 29Episode Overview:If you're currently a leader in your organization or want to be a leader or a business owner, developing your leadership skills and focusing on what is important and how to prosper is always a priority. My guest, author, speaker, and corporate consultant, Denise Galloni, is here to talk about how to find your voice, and the five keys to lead and empower others.Guest Bio: Denise Galloni started her own training consulting company called DG Training Solutions, Inc. Her company specializes in: Instructional Design, Fa...
2022-11-0737 min
Becoming PreferredJillian Kruschell – Get the Edge with Diversity, Equity & InclusionSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 28Episode Overview:If you really want to hire the 'best person for the job' you need to make sure you’re attracting the largest pool of candidates for the right reasons and evaluating their skills, competencies and experience independent of bias. To create or build an organization centered around inclusivity, where employees can show up authentically, access opportunities equally, and be empowered to realize their potential in a safe and respectful environment, diversity, equity and inclusion should be a priority.To help us understand how a DEI strategy can giv...
2022-10-3135 min
Becoming PreferredTodd Caponi – Transparency Sells Better Than PerfectionSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 27Episode Overview:The future of sales is radically transparent. Are you ready for it? Today, anyone buying anything relies on reviews and feedback shared by strangers and often trust those anonymously posted experiences more than the claims made by the providers of the products or services themselves. They expect to see the full picture and find out all of the pros and cons before making any purchase. And the larger the purchase, the greater the demand for transparency.As it turns out, it also leads better, retains better, grows better, and...
2022-10-2441 min
Becoming PreferredJohn H Brennan – Emotional Intelligence: The Key to the Customer ExperienceSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 26Episode Overview:Emotional intelligence or EI needs little introduction. It's no secret that EI is critical to your success, but knowing what EI is and knowing how to use it to improve your life are two very different things. To help us understand what we can do to improve and develop our emotional intelligence as individuals and employ these strategies in the workplace is author, speaker, and professional actor, John Brennan.Guest Bio: Born in Montreal, Canada, John Brennan is a dual citizen (US) and speaks fluent Fr...
2022-10-1739 min
Becoming PreferredBarbara Rozgonyi – Growing Your Business SociallySEASON: 1 EPISODE: 25Episode Overview: Looking to grow your influence and your visibility, whether you’re an entrepreneur, small business, association, or corporation. If you are looking to attract leads, build your brand, and click with crowds using social media, content marketing, and PR, then you are going to enjoy my conversation with an international trends speaker, coach, and host of the podcast “Growing Social Now”, Barbara Rozgonyi!Guest Bio: Barbara Rozgonyi leads CoryWest Media, a creative marketing communication consultancy that attracts attention, builds brands, and connects communities. Named after Barbara’s mother and...
2022-10-1037 min
Becoming PreferredTim Gard – Using Humor as a Professional SkillSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 24Episode Overview:As business professionals, the pressures, stress, and expectations we face can take a toll on our resilience and drain our sense of resourcefulness, leaving us stressed with motivational fatigue. We can combat this fatigue when we use humor to be more resilient, enhance productivity and team enthusiasm. To help us understand how to develop and employ humor in our businesses and profession is author, speaker, and humorist coach, Tim Gard.Guest Bio: Tim Gard is a motivational, funny keynote speaker, corporate entertainer, and emcee. Tim is known f...
2022-10-0339 min
Becoming PreferredLaura Handke – Free Your Authentic Voice and Find Your Power!SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 23Episode Overview:Our Voice is the most important tool to live a passionate, fulfilled, and authentic life. There’s a beautiful, complex, and deeply psychological connection between one’s nature, one’s voice, and one’s community. Our words, the way we share them, and the very sound of our voice can change minds, move mountains, convey important messages, bring audiences to tears, and transform the existence of others. The way we communicate is a direct tool for leadership and change. Once we learn how to use our voice - without fear, hesitat...
2022-09-2642 min
Becoming PreferredShawna Schuh – Increase Your Team’s Productivity and ResultsSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 22Episode Overview:Are you a leader that is focused on building a stronger culture with long-term retention in mind? Looking for new strategies to increase your team’s productivity and results?If you are looking for ways to develop environments that help your people bring their best selves to the work they do, then you are going to enjoy my conversation with Leadership expert, speaker, coach and advisor Shawna Schuh.Guest Bio: A lifetime adventurer, entertainer, and leadership expert, Shawna Schuh is an innovative thought-leader who can help...
2022-09-1936 min
Becoming PreferredDeborah Johnson – Create Your Ideal Work and Lifestyle!SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 21Episode Overview:Ready to supercharge your personal and professional life with tools for lifelong learning and possible change?Are you mid-career or at the halftime of life wondering, “What’s next?” Are you or your company experiencing a huge change, or lacking innovation & creativity? Don’t spend another minute stuck on an endless roundabout.If you want to hear a message of inspiration, hope and authentic growth, you’re going to enjoy my interview with Deborah Johnson.Guest Bio: Deborah Johnson knows what it feels like to be s...
2022-09-1236 min
Becoming PreferredFrank King – Suicide Prevention….Start the ConversationSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 20Episode Overview:To bring attention to National Suicide Prevention Week in the United States, we wanted to share this special episode with Suicide Prevention Speaker, Frank King.National Suicide Prevention Week is an annual weeklong campaign to inform and engage health professionals and the general public about suicide prevention and the warning signs of suicide. By drawing attention to the problem of suicide, the campaign also strives to reduce the stigma surrounding the topic, as well as encourage the pursuit of mental health assistance and support people who have attempted suicide.
2022-09-0540 min
Becoming PreferredMichael Gregory – Become Preferred Through CollaborationSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 19Episode Overview: Is conflict hampering your results? This episode will show you how to focus on the tasks at hand, provide you with confidence when navigating difficult situations, and gain peace in your professional and personal relationships. The Collaboration Effect will give you the framework you need for active listening, connecting with others, and negotiating closure even with difficult people. After listening to this episode with our guest, Michael Gregory, you will take actions to overcome tough situations and enhance collaboration with others.Guest Bio: Michael Gregory is the fo...
2022-08-2942 min
Becoming PreferredLauren Schieffer – Significant Leadership….It Starts with YouSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 18Episode Overview:As we head into the third decade of the 21st Century, facing an enduring pandemic, a weakened economy and nasty political divisions, the need for significant leadership has never been more acute. The generic, efficiency leadership model of the 20th Century will not guide companies, the nation, or the world out of the current plight, because to a very large extent, efficiency leadership is what led to the situation in the first place. To help us understand how leadership needs to evolve is my guest..Lauren Schieffer.Guest Bio: ...
2022-08-2228 min
Becoming PreferredFrank King – Landing and Leveraging a TEDx TalkSEASON: 1 EPISODE: 17Episode Overview:Looking to take your career to the next level? Establish credibility and become preferred in your market? Want to accelerate your results by becoming a recognized thought-leader and sought after expert? Getting, crafting, and delivering a TEDx Talk just might be what you’re looking for. To help us understand the recipe for landing a TEDx Talk, and he’s done it 7 times, is professional speaker, coach and comedian, Frank King.Guest Bio: In 2016 Frank King began coaching potential TEDx Talkers, when a number of his speaker coach...
2022-08-1539 min
Becoming PreferredCliff Quicksell – Secrets to Small Business Success and ProfitabilitySEASON: 1 EPISODE: 16Episode Overview:Many businesses start without a plan, letting their entrepreneurial spirit drive their success. There does come a time where the business begins to take over and seemingly gets away from the owner. Frustration, angst and confusion creep in and the business is now driving the owner. This episode will bring to light some points, that when honed, can get your business back on the right track, putting you in complete control once again, where you now run the business. To help us understand how to do that is my guest, Cliff...
2022-08-0839 min