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Do Good WorkOutsmarting the Competition for Independent Restaurants: How Douglas Smith is Helping Them Thrive with America's Best RestaurantsRaul Hernandez speaks with Douglas Smith, the COO of America's Best Restaurants who advises businesses to make long-term marketing commitments for substantial results over time. He suggests popular restaurant marketing offers like free appetizers or desserts meant to encourage repeat customer visits. Doug emphasizes follow-up after the first visit and staying present in the customer's mind. He is inspired by independent restaurants' growth and encourages them to harness social media to attract more customers. Who’s The Guest? Douglas Smith has 30 years of marketing experience in radio and the last 4 years at America's Best Restaurants. He’s also...2023-07-2632 min
Do Good WorkFinding Opportunity in Adversity: How Army Veteran Paul Mackiewicz is Growing Businesses with Honorable MarketingRaul Hernandez speaks with Honorable Marketing CEO Paul Mackiewicz. As a passionate supporter of small businesses, Paul shares that his approach to digital marketing prioritizes keeping current clients happy over pursuing new accounts. He cautions against rapid scaling for sole profit, emphasizing the importance of calculated growth. Who’s The Guest? Paul Mackiewicz is an Army Veteran and experienced digital marketing professional. He opened his agency to provide professional service businesses with a trustworthy and knowledgeable team in their corner who live up to the values he learned in the military. Episode Highlights The big...2023-07-2432 min
Do Good WorkThe Art of Workflow with Andy HickmanRaul Hernandez speaks to Andy Hickman, founder of the Art of Workflow. Hickman enlightens on the importance of engaging our senses for effective thinking and decision making, using his clients' successful experiences as examples. He presents a guide to thought-processing that entails recognition, externalization, clarification, and deciding when to revisit these thoughts. Who’s The Guest? Andy Hickman is the founder of Art of Workflow, a high-touch coaching practice that empowers married couples, business owners, and entrepreneurs to regenerate their clarity & creativity. Interviewed by the David Allen Company® for his research on the ancient & medieval connections with the...2023-07-2230 min
Do Good WorkTransforming the Men's Grooming Industry One Skin Care System at a Time with Kelley Thornton, Founder & CEO of Tiege HanleyRaul Hernandez speaks with Kelley Thornton, CEO of Tiege Hanley. He discussed his transition from a corporate career to starting an e-commerce company for men's health. He highlighted the challenges and learning experiences encountered during the transition, emphasizing the importance of self-belief, ethical decision-making, and treating employees fairly. Kelley expressed the company's core values of staying connected to data, acting like an owner, and affirming these regularly. He also revealed plans for TV advertisements, potentially broadening their marketing strategy. Who’s The Guest? Kelley Thornton is the CEO & Founder of Tiege Hanley, a 6-year-old e-commerce company with the...2023-07-2128 min
Do Good WorkPurpose Driven Revenue Reimagined: How Lori Zoss Kraska is Transforming Fundraising with Growth OwlRaul Hernandez, speaks with Growth Owl CEO Lori Zoss Kraska about the unique approach taken by her company to empower startups and nonprofits and secure sponsorship from large corporations. She discusses the challenges faced by these organizations, emphasizing the importance of clear brand communication and the need for maintaining and nurturing relationships with sponsors. She also touches upon her own experience of running a business, stressing adaptability, delegation, and a flexible approach. Who’s The Guest? Lori Zoss Kraska is an accomplished revenue generation management expert with over 22 years of experience in corporate sponsorship support, fundraising, and ma...2023-07-1927 min
Do Good WorkSafe Rides, Better Lives: How a South Bend Firefighter Is Making a Dent in the Rideshare Industry (and Winning) with Chad MastaghRaul Hernandez, speaks with Chad Mastagh, founder and CEO of Rides2U, a premium ride-sharing service aimed at underserved college communities. Chad discusses his plans to expand the service to other colleges, with aims to serve 100 colleges by the end of a 10-year period. Rides2U also hopes to expand to popular vacation points, providing a premier service that fills the gap between unreliable rideshares and expensive car services. He emphasizes the importance of passion and dedication in building a business, treating people fairly, and staying true to the vision. Who’s The Guest? Chad Mastagh is a S...2023-07-1819 min
Do Good WorkBreakthrough Human Potential: Achievement, Performance and Fulfillment with Purdeep Sangha, Business Strategist & ConsultantRaul Hernandez, speaks with Purdeep Sangha, a business strategy consultant and author. The conversation revolved around performance improvement and the untapped potential inherent in everyone. Purdeep distinguished his ultra-performance program, consisting of five key elements that aim to boost productivity while reducing work hours. He highlighted the necessity of scheduled activities and aligning daily actions towards yearly objectives. Who’s The Guest? Purdeep Sangha is the world’s leader in Complete Strategic Advising. He is an award-winning author of “The Complete Man” and the TV show host of “Mind Your Own Business.” He’s also an entrepreneur, speaker and po...2023-07-1730 min
Do Good WorkA Different Kind of CEO: Solving Problems and Giving Back with Rob Buffington of Gordian Business SolutionsRaul Hernandez, speaks with Rob Buffington, CEO of Gordian Business Solutions, about his extensive experience in the HOA management industry and the strategies he uses to manage multiple businesses successfully. Rob encourages a practice of radical transparency within his companies, especially among top-level managers. He emphasizes the importance of understanding not just "what" to do but also "why" it should be done. This guideline empowers his employees to make independent decisions aligned with the companies' visions and objectives. Who’s The Guest? Rob Buffington is an experienced consultant in the HOA management space and brings a wealth of...2023-07-1516 min
Do Good WorkRising Above Challenges: Jessica Yarbrough's Inspiring Path from Rock Bottom as a Single Mom to 7-Figure Business Strategist and Empowering Entrepreneurial SuccessIn this episode, Raul welcomes Jessica Yarbrough, a business strategist for coaches and consultants, to talk about her inspiring path from being at the rock bottom to being a 7-figure business strategist. This conversation highlights the significance of consistency, authenticity, and focusing on the right audience in marketing for high-end niches. They explore striking a balance between evolving the business and maintaining its core values, asserting authority, and attracting ideal clients. Raul and Jessica recommend tracking marketing efforts, gathering client feedback, and recognizing when to pivot or refine strategies. They also suggest exploring a 33-page guide on the ladder...2023-04-0338 min
Do Good WorkLeading a Branding Agency with Creativity, Optimism and Passion with Chief “Barketing” Officer, Michael BrevikIn today’s episode, Raul talks to Michael Brevik of Cyberdogz Marketing. Mike is passionate about helping individuals and companies reach their next level in regard to their goals. He is dedicated to teaching the world about marketing and is on a mission to lead with creativity and optimism. Cyberdogz is on a mission to provide pragmatic guidance, visibility, and intentional marketing support and direction to grow and reinvigorate businesses of all sizes in all categories. Raul and Mike discuss the importance of building relationships with customers, and how this can help solve their pain po...2022-11-2934 min
Do Good WorkThe Seismic Shift in Leadership with Dr. Michelle JohnstonIn the midst of a crisis, many leaders are finding it difficult to show empathy and connect with their people. Dr. Michelle Johnston, a management professor, executive coach, and leadership expert, believes that times are changing and we need to be more intentional with how we connect and collaborate with each other. In her conversation with Raul Hernandez Ochoa, Dr. Michelle discusses the importance of having high expectations and encouragement in the workplace in order to achieve performance goals. However, it is also important to maintain a balance and not be a demanding or pushy leader. They...2022-11-2529 min
Do Good Work[1on1] 3 Ways To Open Your Team To New PossibilitiesIf you feel like your team is stuck in a rut, it might be time to open them up to new possibilities. Are you looking for ways to open your team up to new possibilities? For today’s episode, Raul describes what are the three different ways to address your team, and their way of thinking, and to help them open up to new possibilities. He also shares the key things to focus on in addressing other people’s way of thinking in order to embrace new opportunities. Highlights The three ways to address your...2022-09-1205 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Why You Will Never Have Work-Life Balance & What To Do About ItIt's no secret that many of us are struggling to maintain a healthy work-life balance. We're working longer hours than ever before and often feel like we're just barely keeping our heads above water. But what if there was a way to promote quality of life, even amidst the hustle and bustle of everyday life? It turns out, there is! For today’s episode, Raul talks about how you can develop a healthy balance between your work and personal lives. He shares what the big difference is between having a list and having a schedule. Ra...2022-08-3007 min
Do Good Work[1on1] How I Manage My Day Supporting Global Teams In 12+ Time Zones, Scaling Companies, & Raising a FamilyWhether it is for work or your lifestyle, if you never seem to have enough time to accomplish your to-do list every day, then better time management can help you control your day. But with the many strategies surrounding time management, the big question is: Why one will work? For today’s episode, Raul talks about a topic close to his heart: Managing his day supporting global teams in 12+ time zones, scaling companies, and raising his family. He shares how he manages his day and how he teaches teams to manage their own. He also explains what th...2022-08-0816 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Leading & Keeping Solo Artists On Your Remote TeamWhen people are working for you, you want to make sure that they are doing the right thing. However, your rules and expectations might be different if you have a freelancer or a solo artist who’s not bound by the company. How can you motivate them? How can you keep them interested in the job? For today’s episode, Raul talks about managing and handling the best talent in your team: The solo artists. He shares the four ways how you can nurture them on your team and how you can align their skill set...2022-07-0209 min
Do Good Work[1on1] The Litmus Test of Digital Bootstrapped LeadersAnybody can delegate tasks, but there is more to being an effective leader than that. An effective leader gives a major impact not only on the team members they are managing but also on the company they are serving. But other than that, how can you tell that you’re an effective leader? For today’s episode, Raul focuses on the litmus test of digital bootstrapped leaders. He talks about the key focus that a leader should focus on in order to pass the litmus test. Raul also shares what aided him in improving his comm...2022-06-2509 min
Do Good Work[1on1] 3 Foundations to Real Growth as A Digital FounderRunning and growing a digital space as a digital founder is hard. However, if you find and win the right clients, deliver the results, and train and inspire the right people, you are on your way to growth. But it takes time, effort, and discipline too. For today’s episode, Raul shares his secret and life experiences towards his growth as a digital founder. He narrates the different foundation pieces that help him grow in the digital space. He also argues that it’s important to focus on the foundation first to ensure growth and succ...2022-06-2112 min
Do Good Work[1on1] The 10 Step Protocol I Use To Maintain Peak Focus & Protect My #1 AssetBefore you start your day, what is your routine like? How do you maintain focus and productivity all throughout? For today’s episode, Raul talks about the number one asset that we all should have: Maintaining your focus. He also spills the secret behind maintaining focus by sharing his 10-step protocol to maintain peak focus throughout the day. Highlights What Raul’s number one asset is What today’s negative trend is when getting someone’s attention The tools can help you communicate without meeting in real-time What stream of conscious thinking is The 10 step pro...2022-06-1509 min
Do Good Work[PRODUCTIVE PROFITS] Building Remote Digital Teams At Scale 101When you are building a team, what are the characteristics of the team members that you are looking for? Are you looking for someone with leadership experience or a newbie whom you need to teach the basics too? Do you prefer someone with a high educational background or someone who can take all instructions by heart? For today’s episode, Raul shares how he builds remote digital teams. He talks about the structure that he sticks to when it comes to building every team that he builds. Raul also recalls what are the things, as a leader, th...2022-06-1308 min
Do Good Work[1on1] How Your Leadership Impacts Your Hidden Team MembersWhat’s the characteristic of a true leader? Should you be strong willed, resourceful or strict, even? Being a true leader and how you can impact your team - especially the hidden team members - are the main topics of today’s one on one episode with Raul. He talks about how leadership impacts your team, as well as the responsibilities of a digital leader. He also differentiates the different types of leadership and how you, as the leader, can impact other people’s lives inside or outside work hours. Highlights How your leadership impact...2022-06-1003 min
Do Good Work[PRODUCTIVE PROFITS] The Missing Framework of a $1M Solo Agency OwnerImagine being a leader of a small team: What kind of leader should you be to help them develop professionally? If you are growing your team, what can you do to let your members reach your desired level of quality? For today’s episode, Raul talks about the key thing that most agencies lack when it comes to growing your team. He also touches the important topics of minimal level of acceptability and what fractional work is. Raul shares his advice that any agency or team owner can start practicing when building a team which will let yo...2022-06-0807 min
Do Good Work[1on1] 7 Step Framework To Empower Your Team To Avoid BurnoutAs a leader, you can’t support and encourage your team if you’re feeling stressed and burned out. How can you take care of the other members of the team if you have little time and energy to support yourself? In this episode, Raul answers where burnout stems from and shares his 7-step solution that you, as a leader, can try to help and empower your team to avoid burnout. He also talks about what the true testament of a leader is and counters what will happen if there is no alignment with you and your team...2022-06-0608 min
Do Good Work[PRODUCTIVE PROFITS] Marketing That Sells Without Having Your Prospects Feel They’re Being Sold ToSelling is critical to any business. Without sales and deals, your business cannot survive. But what is the most effective approach to generate sales? For this episode, Raul describes what a successful business is. He also shifts the talk on the reason why it’s important to focus on a purpose for a company and what is the most overlooked thing in a business. Raul also talks about the value first marketing and the content conversion funnel, and how they work to let your ideal customer know more about you and your business. He also sh...2022-06-0344 min
Do Good Work[1on1] How I Tame Slack In Less Than 15 Minutes Per DayRecently, more and more businesses and organizations are using Slack as their main communication tool. Slack allows you to talk to a specific person or even create different channels with different people. You can share documents, images, tag people, comment in a thread, and share links through this app using your desktop or mobile device. However, if you’re a member of several Slack messages, how can you manage all of the channels that you’re in? Raul spills his secrets in taming Slack in less than 15 minutes a day. He shares the two protocols that...2022-06-0108 min
Do Good Work[PRODUCTIVE PROFITS] The Essential Element of Winning Digital Teams: Why Segmenting Your Team As ‘Visionaries’ or ‘Implementers’ Will Cost You Big & How To Unlock Your Team’s Potential By Making A Subtle Paradigm ShiftAs a leader of a team, how do you enable your employees or members? The success of a team depends on how a leader can unlock the potential and empower the people. But how can you do that? For today’s episode, Raul talks about how you can unlock your team’s potential by making a paradigm shift. He also describes how and when a business becomes irrelevant and eventually dies and how to avoid it from happening, as well as the essential elements of a winning digital team that you can apply to your organization or team...2022-05-3013 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Open Letter - To My ‘Hustle Culture’ FoundersA lot of people admire the hustlers, especially in today’s highly competitive and fast-paced lifestyle. The hustle culture is becoming more and more normal for people in the workforce today. Raul dedicates this episode to the hustle culture founders and for the people who are in the grind. He recalls how his own hustling experience is and shares his life advice to people who are in the culture. Highlights Raul’s pen letter to his hustle culture founders What his hustling experience is What his advice is for people who are in the grin...2022-05-2704 min
Do Good WorkBecoming A Better Human Through Sales with Mandi GrazianoWith 23 years of solid experience in leadership roles in sales, management, business, and hospitality, Mandi helps companies thrive by resolving their sales problems quickly. She has a proven track record for increasing sales and closing deals. Mandi also curates creative closing tactics and teaches more effective time management and listening to the voice of the customer to different businesses. In this episode with Raul, she shares the different stages of transference of your mindset and how planning your life before you plan your meeting works. Mandi also talks about the best questions to ask if you are gaining another...2022-05-2531 min
Do Good Work[PRODUCTIVE PROFITS] The Assembly Line of Digital Work the Simple Framework for Digital Teams to Get Quality Work Shipped FasterRaul shares his conclusions about working online, especially with a team. He talks about the competitive advantage of being in a remote work environment and how, as a team, you can take it to your advantage. Raul releases his top secrets and tips on effective communication and project mapping, as well as the proven formula of his one page SOP. Highlights What Raul’s conclusion is when it comes to working online The competitive advantage in a remote work The three areas that you should adjust to create a significant difference Three tips for your touch an...2022-05-2335 min
Do Good Work[PRODUCTIVE PROFITS] The 3 Core Tenets To Effective Digital LeadershipLeaders shape the team, the business, the organization, and the community. To ensure that the team members are working harmoniously, we need good leaders. But what exactly are the characteristics of a good leader? For today’s episode, Raul circles the topic around leadership. He talks about the three core pillars to effective digital leadership as well as the differences between a leader who just leads and a leader who inspires. He also touches the topic of communication, including the differences between horizontal and vertical communications. Highlights Three core pillars to effective di...2022-05-1619 min
Do Good WorkThe Art of Letting Go In Sales with Brian JacksonIn this episode, Raul welcomes Brian Jackson, the owner of Sandler Training of San Diego. He lives in San Diego, CA, with his wife, Risa, and four children: Weston (13), Wyatt (11), Waylon (8), and Layla (2). He enjoys taking his boys camping with the YMCA Adventure Club "Indian Guides" and has served as the past Chief of the Mohawk Nation. His mission is to teach clients how to sell more effectively and comfortably, achieving their goals in business and life. Tune in to know how to create an environment where honest dialogue flourishes in the sales process. Highlights2022-03-3130 min
Do Good WorkFrom $100 Emergency Fund to $1M+ Digital Business with Robyn Johnson: Co-Founder of Marketplace BlueprintRaul sits with Robyn Johnson to discuss the Wild Wild West of Ecommerce. Robyn is the co-founder of Marketplace Blueprint, a digital marketing agency specializing in Amazon product marketing. In just a few years, she created a seven-figure business selling on Amazon and eBay with only $100 taken from their emergency fund. In this episode, she shares why she built a consulting and coaching business with some of the industry's most successful resellers. Discover her decade of experiences on Amazon, eBay, and other eCommerce sites. Tune in to know more about goal setting and other tips on surviving...2022-02-1626 min
Do Good WorkMarketing with Integrity with Amy JacobusWhat does authenticity mean? How can you incorporate genuine marketing into your business? In this episode, Raul sits with Amy Jacobus to talk about human marketing. Amy is the founder of Grounded Growth consulting, a comprehensive framework for creating an evergreen brand guide and actionable marketing plan. Amy shares the framework she uses for her clients in improving and investigating the brand and marketing strategy. She emphasizes the importance of good marketing — with integrity and aligned with values. Thus, it is also significant to constantly practice finding your authentic voice. Tune in to know why fe...2022-02-0132 min
Do Good WorkMaster Your Emotional Intelligence With Phil JohnsonIn this world surrounded by chaos, toxicity, and drama, what is the root cause behind all these? In this episode, Raul welcomes Master of Business Leadership founder Phil Johnson. Over 21 years, Phil has been helping organizations and executives worldwide understand the value of emotional intelligence. According to him, all the negativities present in the world are projected by ego-based fear. This is because most people experience anxiety from the rapid change requiring them to get out of their comfort zones. However, as we win over this emotional labor, we also strengthen our emotional intelligence. Another...2022-01-2726 min
Do Good WorkFighting Human Trafficking Through Entrepreneurship with Dawn ManskeDo you believe that passion and purpose come from simple events? How can we, in our little way, make a difference and change lives? In this episode, Raul welcomes guest Dawn Manske to talk about fighting against human trafficking. Dawn is an advocate against human trafficking, and she shares how she creatively found and created a vehicle to uplift this vulnerable community. Through Made For Freedom, a business that she established, many victims’ lives have been changed. It provides people with dignified employment. Also, this business’s goal is to let people wear things made with dignity. Curr...2022-01-0732 min
Do Good Work[1on1] The Paintbrush of the Mind & Book Recap of 2021What are the books that changed your life this year? Are there any books that you’re planning to read for 2022? In this one-on-one episode, Raul talks about the books he’s currently reading, the ones that he went through several times this year, the books that made a significant impact on his life, and what he’s planning to read next. He also cites the different strategies you can apply to your life. So here’s a challenge for everyone: What’s your goal with words next year? Highlights Where does the real p...2021-12-3010 min
Do Good WorkThe Framework of “Starting”, Secrets of Creativity & A Smart Way To Go Into Business For Yourself with Bobby DysartWhat’s the most powerful transformation that happened to you personally and business-wise? How were you able to maintain this powerful change in your life? For today’s episode, Raul welcomes Bobby Dysart of the Student of Intention. They discuss the secret of creativity and what a lot of businesses are missing. Bobby also shares his strategic moves in businesses and the effective ways if you are thinking of leaving your usual 9 to 5. He also talks about his new book, The 5 Buckets, the 10 Year Perspective Newsletter, and how he practices his framework. Highlights Who is B...2021-12-2329 min
Do Good Work[Founder's Journey] Business Building With Intention - Mike MollHave you ever asked yourself “What’s the reason why I built this business?” or “What are my business goals?” Your business intentions will not only put up your company, but it will also showcase your name as a business owner. And this topic surrounds the talk for today between Mike and Raul. Mike shares the journey that led him towards entrepreneurship. He also talks about how he started building relationships with other people and his biggest aha! Moments and realizations. He and Raul prove that if you’re launching something, you have to fail extremely fa...2021-12-0136 min
Do Good WorkHow to Strategically Outsell Your Competition With Goodwill Marketing with Blake WyattSocial media is a proven and effective way to reach new audiences. It can help you build authority, trust, and identity for your business. Other than social media, what are the other forms of marketing that you can lead for your business? In Raul’s conversation with Blake Wyatt, Blake shares his thoughts on “Marketing is everything, but it’s not everything.” He also talks about the latest trends and where he thinks marketing is heading. Highlights How Blake Wyatt started. - 0:05 Is being a CMO and CSO just a fancy title? - 1:51 Thoughts on “Mark...2021-11-2636 min
Do Good WorkThe Leadership Habits For a Thriving Team with Gregg GregoryIf you want to start a strong, thriving team, you need to have an effective leader first. A leader who practices habits to develop a highly successful team can steer your team to greatness. But the big question is: What are these leadership habits? Raul welcomes Gregg Gregory to talk about the power of words and teamwork. Gregg shares the different things that a team needs to have to achieve teamwork. He also shares the practical steps that a group can take as well as how a leader can facilitate progress within teams. Highlights...2021-11-1824 min
Do Good Work[1on1] The Weight of Your WordsCommunication is essential, especially if you’re handling a team. However, how do you communicate with your members? Is it effective? Raul centers his talk today around communication. According to him, “The words you use today will determine the outcomes you see in your life.” He also shares the two most important forms of human communications. Raul also breaks down how you should communicate when you’re leading others. Highlights The words you use today will determine the outcomes you see in your life. - 0:58 Why are words powerful? - 1:11 The two most important forms of...2021-11-1604 min
Do Good WorkGrowing a SaaS CRM in a Crowded Marketplace with Jeroen CorthoutCRMs are treated as software to store customer information. However, times have changed and it’s now used not only as a database but also as a project management tool by many businesses. One of the CRMs available in the market right now is Salesflare. For today’s episode, Raul is joined by the co-founder of Salesflare, Jeroen Corthout. Jeroen describes what it’s like to compete with tech giants and how Salesflare is different from other CRMs available in the market today. He also talks about the latest trends in the field, as well as the differ...2021-11-1233 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Creating a Slack SymphonyHow do you communicate with your remote team? Is it via SMS, Skype, or one of the most popular ones: Slack? Slack makes it easier to communicate with your members, either through dedicated channels or direct messaging. But how can you fully maximize its use? Raul discusses how you can structure Slack to have a very strategic form of communication in your organization. He talks about the different frameworks that you can apply today with your team. Not only that, but Raul also gives the top tips to make sure that communication flows within the...2021-10-2716 min
Do Good WorkUpgrading Your HR for Growth with Annissa DeshpandeIs it a must to modernize Human Resources? What are the benefits of combining HR and technology? Take a deep dive into upgrading your HR for growth as Raul welcomes Annissa Deshpande. Annissa is a former HR executive of a Fortune 500 where she oversaw the successful hiring of 20k people in 150 countries annually and designed internal talent initiatives to achieve business results. She talks about upgrading HR to grow revenue and create a place where people would love to work. Annissa also shares her and lōglab’s mission: To modernize HR to focus on growing revenue and...2021-10-1521 min
Do Good Work[1on1] The Key Lesson I Give My Clients To Achieve GrowthAre you making the most out of your day? Do you think you’re reaching the goals and progress that you’re setting on a daily basis? Raul sits down to talk about growth. He believes that in order for a person to achieve growth, it starts with how you’re handling your day-to-day life. Raul shares the effective technique which helps him and his clients achieve growth and effectiveness: Through the 80-20 day optimization and breaking your day into five segments. Highlights What is growth? - 0:12 Uncommon facts about growth. - 1:06 The 80-20 day op...2021-10-1312 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Avoiding "Death" By ZoomHow do you communicate with your team, especially if you’re in a different time zone? In this episode, Raul talks about how you can lead and communicate effectively with global teams without being a Zoom zombie. He emphasizes that for a team to effectively work, trust is needed. Raul also shares the two different modes of communication that you can use for your team and how a project management tool can increase productive and effective work. Highlights Humans will still drive work, even in the midst of AI, VR or metaverse, whichever comes in the ne...2021-09-0914 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Leading the Future of WorkHow can you make sure that things are moving forward more effectively in your team? There are two things: productivity and profitability, which Raul discussed in today’s episode. He answers two important questions: What’s the difference between productivity with purpose and productivity with profit and why is it important to streamline communication with the teams? Highlights Diving into productivity and profitability. - 0:40 The three facets of an idea. - 1:41 As a leader, it’s our job to shorten the gap between information and action. - 2:17 When is information useful? - 4:49 Productivity alone does not equal...2021-08-3010 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Create Leverage with a Company Master BrainRaul talks about a productivity tip from productive profits to help your team combat information or communication overload by creating a “master brain”. Highlights Communication overload - 0:37 Information that is useful that you can store - 1:19 What’s a “master brain”? - 1:41 Centralizing information help you find all that you need in less time - 2:41 The goal is to create leverage - 3:34 The goal of productive profits - 4:21 Episode Resources Connect with Raul Hernandez Ochoa https://www.linkedin.com/in/dogoodwork https://dogoodwork.io/work-with-raul https://dogoodwork.io/podcast 2021-07-0504 min
Do Good Work[1on1] How to Fix a "Dry" Sales PipelineRaul focuses on business, career, and sales. So, if you’re in business right now, you know that you need sales to survive. How to fix a “dry” sales pipeline? Check it out! Highlights You need sales to survive - 0:41 Identify the most important metrics in your sales metrics - 1:21 What are the actual metrics that you can measure - 1:55 What tactics and strategies you should be applying - 2:32 How to increase your conversion rate - 4:55 How to improve sales - 6:47 Episode Resources Connect with Raul Hernandez Ochoa https://www.linkedin.com/in/dogoodwork https://dogoodwork.io/wor...2021-07-0207 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Designing Business SuccessRaul talks about designing your team, designing your business, and about one of his early mentors and the book “Startups Culture Mindset”. Highlights How can you define a startup culture - 0:31 The culture depends on a lot of things - 1:16 Having the power to work with intention and change the design - 1:59 The design is the first step - 2:30 Employing the right resources and team members - 3:11 Episode Resources Connect with Raul Hernandez Ochoa https://www.linkedin.com/in/dogoodwork https://dogoodwork.io/work-with-raul https://dogoodwork.io/podcast 2021-06-3004 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Tapping Into Your Team's Hidden PotentialRaul talks about leadership and uncovering the hidden potential in your team. He shares how in a Forbes article, they said that 65% of businesses do not reach the point where they can employ anyone. Highlights Your number one liquid fuel to grow - 0:54 How your team could share their talents - 2:00 Helping your team grow - 3:06 Thinking with an average mindset - 3:54 What Raul recommends to leaders - 4:19 Episode Resources Connect with Raul Hernandez Ochoa https://www.linkedin.com/in/dogoodwork https://dogoodwork.io/work-with-raul https://dogoodwork.io/podcast 2021-06-2806 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Adding Hours to Your DayRaul goes back to a very early episode where he talks about living day by day. Raul shares what he calls “The 80-20 day of optimization”. Highlights As a leader - 1:25 Optimize your day - 1:55 Habits to start your day - 2:09 How your day could be complete - 4:13 Think on what to pay attention to and what not to - 5:38 Being intentional and focusing on the results - 7:19 Episode Resources Connect with Raul Hernandez Ochoa https://www.linkedin.com/in/dogoodwork https://dogoodwork.io/work-with-raul https://dogoodwork.io/podcast 2021-06-2307 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Accomplishing Your Goals: How to Complete YOUR MarathonRaul will be discussing how to accomplish your goals and how to complete your marathon, from his experience. He talks about lessons that you can apply in some areas of your life when it comes to accomplishing a very specific goal that will require sacrifice and effort. Highlights The preparation phase - 1:23 Running a marathon - 2:32 What to do when you’re looking to achieve something - 3:25 Taking the first step - 5:10 Visualize success and yourself finishing - 6:34 Have a strong focus - 9:11 Setting out the right expectations - 11:29 Embrace difficulty - 13:26 Episode Resources Connect with Ra...2021-06-1617 min
Do Good Work[1on1] How the Fibonacci Series of Events Can Help You Persevere & See Your Initiatives ThroughRaul talks about the Fibonacci Series of Events and how it can help you persevere and see your initiatives through. Highlights Making a plan - 1:21 Why a plan fails - 1:39 Being flexible and agile - 2:41 What’s the Fibonacci Series of Events - 2:56 Defining what works - 4:53 We exist through time - 5:21 Go and take action! - 5:37 Episode Resources Connect with Raul Hernandez Ochoa https://www.linkedin.com/in/dogoodwork https://dogoodwork.io/work-with-raul https://dogoodwork.io/podcast 2021-05-0506 min
Do Good Work[1on1] Why Removing Bottlenecks From Your Business Won’t Solve Your ProblemsAre you trying to remove bottlenecks from your business? Listen in as Raul gives insights and shares his experience. Highlights You can’t remove a bottleneck easily - 1:15 You need to redesign your approach - 1:54 Redesign the entire process - 2:12 The redesign takes time and communication - 2:29 Designs solve problems - 2:58 Episode Resources Connect with Raul Hernandez Ochoa https://www.linkedin.com/in/dogoodwork https://dogoodwork.io/work-with-raul https://dogoodwork.io/podcast 2021-04-3004 min
Do Good Work[1on1] How to Execute a Great IdeaRaul talks about how to execute a great idea. He explains it from a philosophical point of view. Highlights Great ideas are amazing - 1:13 Great ideas have their value and merit - 1:31 Understanding a scenario and all facets of information - 1:42 Great ideas stem from understanding - 2:07 Leveraging your experience - 2:36 Experience vs. knowledge - 3:13 How to execute a great idea - 4:20 Episode Resources Connect with Raul Hernandez Ochoa https://www.linkedin.com/in/dogoodwork https://dogoodwork.io/work-with-raul https://dogoodwork.io/podcast 2021-04-2304 min
Do Good WorkWe just recorded the 100th episode of this podcast! I just want to THANK YOU for listening! Here we are at a hundred episodes but I am just starting! Highlights What’s the purpose and the goal - 0:42 Building a machine - 1:35 Being able to touch on good insights at each interview - 1:59 What’s Raul’s goal? - 2:36 What makes this podcast different - 3:40 Continuing to add value - 4:19 Thank you for listening! - 4:53 Episode Resources Connect with Raul Hernandez Ochoa https://www.linkedin.com/in/dogoodwork https://dogoodwork.io/work-with-raul https://dogoodwork.io/podcast 2021-03-2205 min
Do Good WorkBecoming More HumanThis is going to be a particularly special episode as Raul does a solo podcast. He talks about San Diego and dives into what it means to become more human and how you can be more human in your life. Highlights San Diego as a city - 1:21 Fake realities - 2:35 Becoming more human - 2:45 A program that changed his life - 3:25 Being fascinated about the startup world - 3:49 Success is boring - 4:45 We always talk about goal settings - 6:30 What success looks like - 7:15 Metrics that matter in your personal life - 8:33 What happiness means to...2021-03-1511 min
Do Good WorkHow Daily Habits Can Transform Your Life & Business with Chris VonlanthenChris Vonlanthen is the Founder of All Out. He was born and raised in Switzerland. He is on a mission to help business owners unleash their full potential. Chris and Raul talk about how habits transform your life and business. Highlights Chris’s background - 2:22 What happened in 2020 with the pandemic - 3:47 How he lost his job - 4:47 Founding his company: All Out - 5:22 A program for 75 days - 10:13 Good daily habits help - 12:07 Always remember your “why” - 13:29 The power of using our imagination - 14:38 Routines that help him keep on track - 15:56 Deliveri...2021-02-2426 min
Do Good WorkAn Honest Look at Service Based Firms with Ryan FrederickRyan Frederick is a founder and product person at heart. Ryan has had the privilege of being part of starting and growing several software and service companies. He has helped companies grow from inception to viability, through to sustainability. During the evolution of these companies, Ryan has served on company boards and been instrumental in capitalization activities. He has also helped companies to expand to international markets. Ryan combines a unique blend of business acumen and technical knowledge having originally been a developer who migrated to the business side. He now helps companies build great so...2021-02-1733 min
Do Good WorkHow to Think Strategically & Communicate Like the Special Forces with Sean PattonSean helps companies generate stronger profits by creating stronger leaders within their organization. Whether you are a Fortune 500 executive or an entrepreneur with a growing business, he elevates your company’s capacity to perform at the highest levels. Sean married his best friend, Madison, in September 2019 after dating for several years. They live in Nashville, TN, and have 2 dogs, Java & Rayleigh. Together they love to travel, visit friends, and sometimes just enjoy each other's company snuggled up on the couch. Sean has experience in the start-up world with several companies and as a...2021-02-1540 min
Do Good WorkBecoming Forever Employable with Jeff GothelfJeff Gothelf works as a coach, speaker, author & consultant to help organizations build better products and executives build the cultures that build better products. He started his career as a designer working with the first companies to use the internet as new communication, sales, and service channel. Over his 20 year career, he has worked as an information architect, design team leader, product manager, founder, trainer, coach, and consultant. His newest book is called “Forever Employable” and it shares his story among others’ on how to capitalize on your experience and expertise to build...2021-02-1230 min
Do Good WorkAdapting Your Public Speaking to the Virtual Environment with Shil ShanghaviShil Shanghavi chose to pursue a career in public speaking. He has experienced challenges unique to a stutterer and because of these challenges, has learned to harness and use speaking nerves to his advantage, becoming a keynote speaker, MC, facilitator, and TEDx speaker coach. He has also introduced the concept of public speaking in virtual reality, which is unique to Perth, and rare to the world. He imagined through his speaking fears, it's just one of the ground-breaking tools which he uses to show you how to become a better presenter. Enj...2021-02-1020 min
Do Good WorkBuilding a Two-Sided Marketplace in Tech with Beau BillingtonBeau’s favorite characteristic of business is that there is always the need to solve complex problems through making mutually beneficial connections. He never intended to be a headhunter or recruiter. The talent industry just so happens to be where he saw a huge problem and the largest opportunity to utilize his skillset (networking) to fix it. When he first started his business, he would shudder when someone called him a recruiter or headhunter. This was not because he was “above” the industry, but more so because there was so much negativity surrounding the industry and the...2021-02-0825 min
Do Good WorkPhillipe Soares’ Story of Growing an Educational Startup & Global CommunityPhilippe is a former systems analyst who abandoned his career in technology and instead he chose education as his mission in life to see the real impact of his work. He started his first steps by helping his classmates still in high school. As he entered USP, he decided to give back a little of what he would receive during graduation and became a volunteer teacher at EDUCAFRO and at the Escola da Família project of the São Paulo City Hall. All this gave him the basis to build a business of social imp...2021-02-0526 min
Do Good WorkBootstrapping a SaaS to Help IT & Cyber Security Professionals Make Better Decisions with Edward MarchewkaRaul talks with Edward Marchewca, who runs CHICAGO Metrics® which started as a passion project because he believes, from the front lines to the board room, IT and Information Security leaders have to be able to tell their story to help decision-makers make decisions in order to gain support, funding, and resources they need to enable the business to move faster. It has morphed into a platform that helps IT and Information Security leaders prioritize their IT and Information Security risks and enables them to tell a better story. Highlights The idea and launching of...2021-02-0335 min
Do Good WorkThe Art of Pivoting with Tim WalbridgeThe lessons we learn from our actions are endless. Raul talks with the founder of 503 Motoring, Tim Walbridge. At 503 Motoring, they’re committed to delivering you, the customer, the most knowledgeable experience featuring the latest advancements in the industry with absolutely the most professional customer service around. Tim has carefully selected a team that is powered by passion and you can feel it the moment you walk in the door. They aren't here to sell parts. They are here to build relationships and get you excited about your ideas. It takes a certain eye and over 20+ years of successes an...2021-02-0142 min
Do Good WorkThe Six Peaks of Value Creation with Nick BradleyRaul talks with Nick Bradley about the Six Peaks of Value Creation. Nick Bradley is a renowned entrepreneur, investor, author, speaker, and business growth expert. He has built, bought, and sold 22 businesses with a combined valuation of over $5bn dollars. He empowers business leaders and investors to create valuable businesses that create global impact. His “Scale Up Your Business” podcast, which ranked #1 on iTunes’ and Spotify’s business charts has more than 150k downloads in over 130 countries. Highlights The main difference between a startup and a scaleup - 2:35 Bringing two structures and processes...2021-01-2934 min
Do Good WorkHow to Build a “Family Now” Lifestyle as an Entrepreneur with James ZolmanJames has launched several businesses, had a successful exit, failed a ton, and grew 2 businesses over the $10m mark. Between his own businesses and consulting for others, he has been responsible for well over $250 million in small business revenue and several high six and low seven-figure launches. James now helps business owners stay focused on strategy & growth by keeping them out of the "technician trap" and outsourcing the "grunt work". His personal mission is to do his best to live a "family now" lifestyle where work interrupts fami...2021-01-2733 min
Do Good WorkHow to Unleash Innovation Through Digital Transformation with Eloi Guterres20+ years of experience in technology, working passionately to help enterprises adopt Digital, build their Future, and gracefully embrace Change. Eloi has accepted adventures in countries like the USA, England, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Greece. He’s worked in Investment Banking, Retail Banking, Insurance, IT Consultancy, Software Development and even Oil & Gas! Highlights When it comes to digitalization - 3:13 Being customer-centric - 5:07 An example of digital transformation - 6:08 One of the most common mistakes that companies do - 12:08 Innovation is not a part-time job - 13:09 What are innovation metrics? - 19:59 Personal fail...2021-01-2544 min
Do Good WorkA Chat With Startup Aficionado & Chief Growth Officer of Frontier Mining Kyle HerronAs a repeat founder, Kyle is focused on catalyzing independence, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Kyle has gotten his hands involved in multiple global initiatives. From being a TED Talk speaker at 18 to working with the Malaysian government’s startup program to building apps for underserved communities, to helping start more than 50 companies, to teaching college classes, Kyle continues to support and spread his mission. Kyle is on a mission to inspire independence, innovation and entrepreneurship. Highlights Technological developments - 2:36 Entrepreneurship and technology together - 4:14 We are in the a...2021-01-2245 min
Do Good WorkFinding Product Market Fit: A Founders Journey with SquadCast Co-Founder Rock FelderToday, we are talking to Rock Felder, the co-founder of SquadCast.fm and co-host of the Between 2 Mics podcast. He is on a mission to amplify collaboration by making the process of recording podcasts as seamless and hassle-free as possible. SquadCast's innovative product is fast becoming the industry standard to record shows remotely in the best sound quality possible. Highlights Being exposed to executives and founders - 2:50 Looking for an opportunity - 4:56 Big years for the industry - 6:21 Being strategic with your risks - 8:04 How he views risk -11:53 People coming to podcasting - 16:21 B...2021-01-2025 min
Do Good WorkThe Principles You Need to Develop Strong Sales Managers with Walter Crosby34 years ago, a young and curious Walter Crosby began his sales career in NYC. His desire to learn and grow was and still is, insatiable. He rapidly advanced in several industries and markets across the United States and Canada fulfilling business development, sales, sales coaching, and sales management positions. He was frustrated by the lack of training every time he was promoted to management roles, so he sought that training for himself. After leaving a software startup, his entrepreneurial spirit fueled him to find Helix Sales Development to share his experience and knowledge with the w...2021-01-1827 min
Do Good WorkLeveraging the Human & AI Element Into Your Talent Strategy with Radina NedyalkovaRadina is a remote talent advisor, virtual lecturer, and LinkedIn coach. After 10 years in the corporate world, working in executive search and in the global recruitment teams of LinkedIn and Airbnb, she set up her remote consultancy in 2019 and is now partnering with international startups in setting up their talent strategy, as well as training the hiring teams and supporting the human capital function. Radina is also an individual advisor for talented managers and business owners who want to establish their LinkedIn presence. On a mission to repair the bridge between the organizations and the t...2021-01-1522 min
Do Good WorkHow to Avoid the Most Expensive Mistake in Your Startup with Jason RingJason is a highly passionate and ultra-driven sales leader with 12+ years experience of working within industry-leading, multinational and market-disrupting start-ups across both Cyber Security and Fintech across the world He’s currently based out of Cork, Ireland and is married and blessed with two wonderful children. He’s on a mission to support the Global Start-Up Ecosystem including VCs, law firms, start-ups, investors, founders and employees so they can efficiently manage their equity and company ownership. Highlights The success stories in 2020 - 2:53 Being obsessed with your marketpl...2021-01-1327 min
Do Good WorkHow to Exit Your Business, Your Way In 3 years Or Less with Damon PistulkaDamon grew up understanding the value of hard work on a large Midwestern family farm. Damon graduated college with a mechanical engineering degree, and in his twenties earned the opportunity to design, build, and operate a plastics injection molding facility in the Southeastern of the USA. Damon subsequently managed businesses in retail store fixtures, custom fabricated metal products, advanced aerospace components, high tech devices, and eCommerce. Damon’s passion and drive for helping people do great things and companies crushing their competitors provides an unwavering focus for Exit Your...2021-01-1136 min
Do Good WorkWhat Peer Advisory Groups Can Teach Us About Building High-Performing Teams with Leo BottaryRaul talks with Leo Bottary who is the founder and managing partner of Peernovation, LLC. As a popular author, keynote speaker, and workshop facilitator, Leo is an instructor for Rutgers University and an opinion columnist for CEOWORLD Magazine. He is the co-author of The Power of Peers: How the Company You Keep Drives Leadership Growth & Success and author of What Anyone Can Do: How Surrounding Yourself with the Right People Will Drive Change, Opportunity, and Personal Growth. His latest book is Peernovation: What Peer Advisory Groups Can Teach Us About Building High Performing Teams. Leo ea...2021-01-0825 min
Do Good WorkHow to Develop a Holistic Strategy For Your Social Media with Corrie JonesCorrie is the founder of UNTAPPED, the London-based social media agency for ambitious brands. Since its launch in 2016, UNTAPPED has worked on content, strategy and advertising with clients around the world including Virgin Startup, NatWest, Kawasaki Engines and Omaze. Corrie has spoken at conferences such as General Assembly’s “Talk Data To Me” in London and SEMrush’s Global Marketing Day in New York. Off-stage and behind the scenes, Corrie has also managed live social media at a number of high-profile events, including with the BBC and the British Royal Family. 2021-01-0632 min
Do Good WorkBeyond Emotional Intelligence with Paul CrickRaul talks with Paul Crick, who is the Founder and Managing Partner of his own leadership development consultancy, The Elevate Partnership. He is an EMCC accredited coach (senior practitioner) and has just taken up a voluntary role as the Professional Development Director for European Mentoring and Coaching Council in the UK. Paul has been a management consultant, coach, educator, facilitator, and trainer for over 20 years working across the world with private, public, and voluntary organizations for PriceWaterhouseCoopers, CapGemini, and IBM. Paul previously co-led IBM's Global Coaching Community of Practice of 4,000 coaches acro...2021-01-0430 min
Do Good WorkRedefining Success & Authentic Business Development with Larry KesslinLarry recently celebrated his 22nd wedding anniversary with his wife, Ilise. They moved to San Diego from NYC in 2010 and are raising two young adults, their daughter Drew who is currently a junior at Colorado State, and son Noah who recently graduated high school. Larry and his family spent the first 6 months of 2015 traveling the globe while their children were homeschooled. On their global journey they visited 12 countries, 25 different Rotary Clubs, Larry was the keynote speaker at the Rotary District Governors Conference in Istanbul, and met some of the most amazing people around the globe. ...2021-01-0143 min
Do Good WorkBuilding Resilience In Teams with Julian RobertsRaul talks with Julian Roberts, who is an Executive and Leadership Coach with a background in commercial & sales. He has held several senior strategic commercial positions from global multinational corporations including Heinz, Yoplait, and Johnson & Johnson to help family-run businesses. Commercially astute with strong negotiation and leadership skills along with a proven track record within the UK and International sectors, he has extensive ‘hands-on’ experience in strategic business development and a proven record of achievement in rapidly changing organizations. He’s on a mission to unlock the potential of 100,000 leaders. ...2020-12-3032 min
Do Good WorkHow to Design & Create Value Using Leverage & Viewing Your Company From Different Perspectives with Suraj VenkatRaul talks with Suraj Venkat about how to design and create value using leverage and viewing your company from different perspectives. Suraj is a serial entrepreneur and CEO of Aten Ventures: which is a venture builder and ecosystem for startups and founders in B2B SaaS and AI space. Suraj is currently leading three ventures that are just about to drop - Bitbaza.io, a marketplace for enterprise and deep tech, Autocontento a chrome extension for content creation, and a product suite for venture capitalists. Aten Ventures was founded on the belief that re...2020-12-2825 min
Do Good WorkHow to Drive Your Team & Mission Forward As an Authentic Leader with Mike PatonRaul talks with Mike Paton, who has been learning from entrepreneurs for most of his life. Today, Paton works hard to give back – as an award-winning speaker, best-selling author, and Certified EOS Implementer. As former Visionary for EOS Worldwide, Paton discovered the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS) a dozen years ago while trying to take a $7 million company to the next level. Feeling stuck and more than a little frustrated, his search for answers led him to Gino Wickman and EOS. Having helped run four entrepreneurial companies, Paton instantly recognized the power of this...2020-12-2524 min
Do Good WorkUnlocking the Power of Guest Podcasting with Margy FeldhuhnRaul talks with Margy Felduhn about unlocking the power of guest podcasting. Margy is the co-owner of Interview Connections, the first and leading podcast booking agency. Margy and her business partner Jessica, lead an in-house staff of 23 employees in their Rhode Island office and have successfully scaled the agency to 7 figures. Margy joined the company in 2016 as a contractor, becoming the first employee in 2017 and an equal co-owner by 2018. She has helped to quickly scale the business by designing and implementing systems to increase revenue, streamline operations, and achieve the highest quality client experience. Margy h...2020-12-2319 min
Do Good WorkDevelop the Simple Habits of Personal Development & Enhance Your View of Philanthropy with Brian FordRaul talks with Brian Ford, who is the host of the Self Improvement Daily podcast which has over 4.4 million downloads, and the Co-Founder of For Purpose. Brian is on a mission to bridge the opportunity gap and inspire philanthropy. Highlights Living in a bubble - 2:04 Serving others - 3:07 Preparing him to better serve others - 5:10 The paradigm shift that he had - 7:03 Financial investments - 8:33 Everyone has a unique way to make an impact - 9:41 A mechanism that evaluates if a decision was good or bad - 12:39 Seeking immediate gratification - 12:54 Life is short, maximize your...2020-12-2132 min
Do Good WorkHow to Unleash Your Creative Power with Marcus WhitneyRaul talks with Marcus Whitney, who is an Entrepreneur, Investor, and Author. He is the Founding Partner of Jumpstart Health Investors, the most active venture capital firm in America focused on innovative healthcare companies with a portfolio of over 100 companies. Marcus is also co-founder and minority owner of a Major League Soccer team, Nashville Soccer Club. He has been listed in the Upstart 100 by Upstart Business Journal, Power 100 by Nashville Business Journal, and has been featured in Inc., Techcrunch, Fast Company, and The Atlantic. Highlights...2020-12-1840 min
Do Good WorkHow to Grow Your Business Through International Expansion with Oliver DowsonIn the last 40 years, Oliver Dowson has created, built, and managed 25 companies in 15 countries, and has traveled for business (and fun) to over 120 other countries. He’s now the host and founder of Grow Through International Expansion, an independent platform of podcasts, articles, and videos. He’s on a mission to help business owners and executives increase the value of their businesses and lives through effective and sustainable international expansion. Enjoy this episode! Highlights What is the mindset that you look at when you a...2020-12-1628 min
Do Good WorkThe 3 Keys to Lead Digital Transformations with James BinfordRaul talks with James Binford who is a technologist and change agent and has experience working with companies like Google and KPMG. He is now working with an outstanding Cloud Security team at US Bank. As the VP of Cloud Security Solutions, he’s on a mission to bring people together and help them leverage technology to produce outstanding outcomes. Enjoy this interview! Highlights James’ background - 1:06 What is digital transformation - 1:41 A business goal - 2:55 Having a strategic mindset to analyze every digital transformation - 3:26 Becomin...2020-12-1424 min
Do Good WorkSquadCast’s Origin Story & How It’s Helping Drive the Future of Podcasting with Zach MorenoRaul talks with Zach Moreno about SquadCast’s origin story and how it’s helping drive the future of podcasting. Zachariah Moreno is a podcaster, author, designer, & developer who is on a mission to connect creatives. Highlights His unique journey - 1:48 He always loved podcasting - 3:12 Recording quality audio - 4:08 Content produced remotely - 6:25 The purpose of a recording - 11:09 Being really good at listening - 12:50 Learning from podcasters - 14:30 Where podcasting is going - 20:52 The needs that bigger productions have - 21:23 Facilitating remote collaboration - 22:20 How they record - 26:37 The ability to have a pri...2020-12-1139 min
Do Good WorkHow to Reframe & Take Complete Ownership of Your Goals with Paul ClaxtonRaul talks with Paul Claxton, who is an awarded business leader, global entrepreneur, and previous active duty highly-decorated U.S. Marine with 11 years on active duty and completed 4 total tours in Iraq. He has developed opportunities and worked with clients across the globe in the Middle East, Mexico, Europe, USA, China, and Africa, and this has led to producing well over 100 mm of legitimate opportunities over the course of his career as an entrepreneur. He is focused on using his 20 years of extensive operational leadership experience in building and sustaining all ope...2020-12-0930 min
Do Good WorkHow StartupFuel is Leveraging Data & Connections to Fuel Global Innovation with Ash MartisRaul talks with Ash Martis about how StartupFuel is leveraging data and connections to fuel global innovation. StartupFuel is your professional innovation network. You can discover startup resources, services & connections all in one place. Highlights Reinventing the wheel - 2:05 How he defines innovation - 4:39 Focusing on the connection pieces - 6:28 The number one thing Ash does - 7:33 Respecting other people’s time - 8:19 What StartupFuel does - 9:29 A new type of platform - 12:23 Market validation - 14:03 We are so blessed to be in this era - 18:13 Reducing the failure rate - 20:20 What StartupFuel has to...2020-12-0826 min
Do Good WorkHow to Increase Your Product’s Value For Customers & Incorporate AI In Your Offering with Dr. Laura GardnerRaul talks with Dr. Laura Gardner, who is the Founder and CEO of Persimmon AI, a healthtech startup that is on the mission to tackle the issue Americans and new arrivals in the USA (such as immigrants, students, temporary workers, and vacationers) face when they get overwhelmed by the number of OTC medications available. Her proprietary OTC Finder™ helps both USA-born and new arrivals translate their home OTC medications with matching OTC medications available in the traveler's country. Prior to founding Persimmon AI, Dr. Gardner was President and Medical Director of Axiomedics Research, Inc., a rese...2020-12-0726 min
Do Good WorkHow to Align Your Personal Values in Business & the Evolution of Professional Development with Hansen HuntRaul talks with Hansen Hunt who has 15+ years of experience managing marketing programs across multiple verticals in both B2B and B2C organizations. He specializes in using HubSpot to deliver the customer-centric flywheel strategy and creative storytelling to help mission-driven startups scale. He recently began sharing his personal growth story about realigning his life around his core values on his Daily Human Excellence blog on Medium. In 2020, Hansen founded Certified Mastery, an early stage EdTech startup with a mission to help people level up in their career and have an equal shot at their d...2020-12-0430 min
Do Good WorkHow Garrett Jackson Adapted His Business to Operate in a New CountryGarrett Jackson is the Founder of Jackson Media which does performance marketing for startups. He is a native Californian who moved to Germany in 2011. He has a passion for working with startups due to the fresh energy and vibes that they give out. His mission is to help startup owners get exposure to the right people. Highlights Strategies that he uses - 1:40 Redefining his approach - 2:44 Being a freelancer - 4:05 Why LinkedIn? - 5:12 Having patience is key in life - 7:51 The value of understanding marketing - 12:58 Episode Resources Connect with Raul Hernandez O...2020-12-0220 min
Do Good WorkHow to Develop Your Company's Learning Strategy with Dennis BonillaRaul talks with Dennis F. Bonilla, who is an industry-recognized Learning Strategist specializing in the domains of learning science, learning technologies, corporate learning and development and higher education for the modern multi-generational workforce. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy and currently, Dennis is leading digital learning transformation projects for Fortune 500 companies for GP Strategies. His wealth of experience in delivering technology leadership and innovation spans a variety of industries including: education, telecommunications, manufacturing, fossil and nuclear energy. He has worked for many top organizations, including Fortune 100s in the technology, retail, manufacturing a...2020-11-3042 min
Do Good WorkHow to Streamline Your Automations with Will ChristensenRaul talks with Will Christensen about how to streamline your automations. Will is the co-founder of DataAutomation, which customizes both automation and integration processes for e-commerce sellers. He enjoys tinkering with cutting-edge technology, apps, and systems, and loves to create innovative solutions for businesses and individual clients. His mission is to help our clients get back some of that most precious commodity - time. Time to spend on innovation and time to spend with family. Prior to his present endeavors Will has garnered extensive proficiency in advertising, media management, and product development. ...2020-11-2734 min
Do Good WorkHow FLIK Went From 2 Co-Founders to Helping Female Founders in 45 Countries In less Than 2 Years with Michelle KwokRaul talks with Michelle Kwok about her experience and focus on impact. Michelle is a born and raised Vancouverite - medical science student turned social entrepreneur. She co-founded FLIK (weareflik.com), a female-focused apprenticeship portal connecting female founders/leaders to ambitious female students to facilitate game-changing relationships that lift communities of women. Beginning her career in medical sciences and initially volunteering her time to advance neuroimaging and pediatric gastroenterology research, Michelle has always had a passion for impact. Learn about her story in this amazing interview! Highlights...2020-11-2527 min
Do Good WorkBridging the Education Gap to Future Proof Students With Dr. Ai Addyson-ZhangRaul talks with Dr. AI Addyson-Zhang about bridging the education gap to future proof students. Dr. Ai Addyson-Zhang is an educator and an entrepreneur. She received her MA and Ph.D. in Communications from Syracuse University and the University of Maryland. She is the founder of Classroom Without Walls, an alternative school to future proof the next generation. As an Adobe Education Leader, Ai specializes in incorporating social media and creative technologies into a traditional curriculum to enhance student engagement and acquire 21st-century skills. Highlights Ai as a professor - 2:30 Her first mo...2020-11-2339 min
Do Good WorkHow to Leverage Transformational Storytelling in Your Business with Dr. Karen DietzRaul talks with Dr. Karen Dietz about how to leverage transformational storytelling in your business. Karen is focused on helping leaders in all industries to inspire others and get work done, build strong culture, and generate high performing teams. She’s the world's #1 curator on business storytelling, having reviewed 2,300+ evergreen articles, with 17,500+ followers, 119,200+ visitors, and 56,900+ shares/comments. Highlights Storytelling takes a long time - 2:28 There’s more than one way to tell a story - 3:29 About storytelling - 6:13 Using storytelling to transmit an experience - 8:31 How to set up a story - 12:50 The best way t...2020-11-1948 min
Do Good WorkHow to Lead a Conscious Company for Impact & Profit with Dan GoldenRaul talks with Dan Golden about how to lead a conscious company learning new ideas, and how to create impact and profit. Dan is a search geek at heart and still spends time auditing accounts, testing new tactics, diving into analytics, and making strategic recommendations for his clients. Dan has spent time on the client side with large agencies and had a brief stint at Google before launching BFO. Dan Golden is a veteran digital marketing executive, entrepreneur and business innovator. He is the President and co-founder of th...2020-11-1824 min
Do Good WorkHow to Balance Your Brand as You Add New Services & Team Members#dogoodwork is a way of living, it’s the constant effort to achieve a new level of excellence. In today's episode, you'll learn how you can balance your brand as you add new services or team members! Listen to this episode to find out! Highlights Ideas that you can apply to grow your business - 0:47 Talking about a new brand - 1:05 What’s the brand that you create? - 1:21 Balancing your brand and adding new services and new members - 3:07 Who can represent your brand? - 4:13 You cannot have a 100% control of everything - 5:04 The i...2020-11-1707 min