Shows
THE SJ CHILDS SHOW-Building a Community of InclusionBonus Episode from the International Autism Summit 2024-Transcending Expectations: An Autistic Journey to the Center Stage of Love on The SpectrumSend us a textWelcome to a sneak peek into The International Autism Summit 2024 with special guest speaker Devin MorriseyWhen doctors told three-year-old Devin Morrissey he would never graduate high school, attend college, or live independently, they couldn't have imagined he would one day help transform how the world sees autism. In his powerful presentation "Bringing Autism to the Center Stage," Devin takes us on a journey from his childhood diagnosis to becoming a Netflix personality, podcast host, and fierce advocate who consistently defies expectations.Growing up in Danville, California in the 1990...2025-03-1144 min
Speakers Who Get ResultsI Have A Strategic Plan. Now What? With Gerald Johnson, CMC®It’s great to form a strategic plan. But how do you make it happen? Elizabeth Bachman welcomes Gerald Johnson, CMC®, a Certified Management Consultant and the Principal of Sabacon Consulting. Gerald talks with Elizabeth that you need to break down your strategy into smart goals. They should be timely, measurable, and attainable. The most challenging part is starting the action. It’ll take discipline to get into the flow. But if you keep at it, the results are rewarding. If you want to learn more tips on implementing strategic plans, listen to this episode.2022-02-1033 min
Masterminds of BusinessMaurice Brewster – MOB 10Show Notes: If you are interested in the limousine and transportation industry, a Mastermind of Business who cares about his community and has the spirit of an entrepreneur, this is the show for you. You will be inspired by Maurice Brewster's determination to succeed and perseverance in spite of obstacles and his constant push to move his business forward.Background:In this episode, Maurice discusses his love of cars and takes us through how he got started in the limousine business. Maurice Brewster was born and raised in Harlem, New York. He founded Mosaic Global Transportation in 2002. His company has wo...2018-02-2559 minMasterminds of BusinessAUSIM Marketing MOB 9 – Part 2In today’s episode, Val Lewis and I follow up on our discussion of marketing. If you are interested in an AUSIM marketing campaign, what to do and what not to do then this show is for you. Here is a synopsis of what we spoke about during the show:AUSIM Marketing ProcessAnalysis: • Do your homework • Gather information on your: o Business internals o Customers o CompetitorsUnderstanding: • Learn from the information collected. • Test your marketing assumptions.Strategy: • Develop a plan based on the data collected and the learnings from that data • Validate the plan against its objectivesImplement: • Execute the validated Strategy.Maximiz...2018-01-1541 minMasterminds of BusinessSuspect Marketing vs AUSIM Marketing – MOB 9 – Part 1In today’s episode, Val Lewis and I discuss marketing basics and Suspect Marketing. If you are interested in learning about marketing, what to do and what not to do then this show is for you.
Here is a synopsis of what we spoke about during the show:
Marketing Expectations of the Target Consumers
See Me: • Acknowledge and welcome your target consumer. • Understand their needs and wants.
Speak Me: • Communicate directly with them. • Utilize methods and media that they are familiar with. • Talk to them at the appropriate time and place.
Show Me that You Care: • Why are you providing this service o...2017-12-3132 minMasterminds of BusinessLeroy Jones – MOB 8In this episode of Masterminds of Business Valerie Lewis of VBL Consulting and Leroy Jones CEO of GSI Health discuss his journey from the defense industry to Healthcare IT. They examine the impact of effective leadership to build a successful business.
Background
Mr. Jones is a technologist by training held a number of software development positions in the defense contracting field. In the mid-1990’s he decided to transition into the healthcare industry and worked for several start up, small business and corporate health care organizations. In 2003, Mr. Jones decided to take the plunge as an entrepreneur. He founded GSI Healt...2017-07-0526 minMasterminds of BusinessMelissa Donald – MOB 7Show Overview
In today’s show, we explore resources with Melissa Donald. Melissa discusses her journey from a Secretary at commercial collections agency to the President of her own factoring firm. Melissa’s knowledge of business financing and financial matters are a rare gem. She also takes a deep dive into the ins and outs of factoring. if you want to learn about factoring, an alternative form of financing, this episode is for you.
Background
Melissa began her career working in and then managing a small commercial collection agency in the San Francisco Bay Area. During her time there, she worke...2017-05-2544 minMasterminds of BusinessMichael Auzenne – MOB 006Show Overview
In today’s show, Mike Auzenne discusses his journey from West Point to podcasting. Mike exudes management and leadership information. Therefore, if you want to be a better leader, this episode is for you.
Background
A graduate from West Point, Mike Auzenne has always been a business enthusiast. As a Captain in the Army, Mike developed the foundations of his leadership style. After serving seven years in the Army, Mike brought his dynamic leadership skills to corporate America joining Mobil Oil Corporation and then MCI as Information Technology manager. It is during his stint at MCI, where Mike wa...2017-04-2844 minMasterminds of BusinessOur Iceberg is Melting – MOB 5BIn today episode, Val Lewis and I continue with our discussion of change management by reviewing the book “Our Iceberg is Melting” by John Kotter. Change management is simplified when you take the necessary steps. First reading John Kotter’s book “Our Iceberg is Melting” and second listening to this podcast. The book is quick and easy to read and incredibility insightful. In a fun and lively manner, we focus on the last five steps of John Kotter’s Eight Step Process of Successful Change and discuss the role of Thinking and Feeling.
The fable is about a penguin colony in Antarctic...2017-04-2535 minMasterminds of BusinessOur Iceberg is Melting – MOB 5aBook Review
In today episode, Val Lewis and I take on the topic of change management by reviewing the book “Our Iceberg is Melting” by John Kotter. The book is quick and easy read and incredibility insightful. If you need to make a change in your business, department, non-profit organization or you are interested in becoming a more effective manager, then this episode is for you. In a fun and lively manner, we focus on the first three steps of John Kotter’s Eight Step Process of Successful Change.
The fable is about a penguin colony in Antarctica. A group of bea...2017-03-1626 minMasterminds of BusinessNever Split the Difference – MOB 004Show NotesIn today episode, Val Lewis and I continue on the topic of negotiation that Kahlil Yearwood started in MOB 3 by reviewing the book “Never Split the Difference – Negotiating as If Your Life Depended On it” by Chris Voss. If you are interested in acquiring new negotiation techniques and becoming a more effective manager, then this episode is for you. In a fun and lively manner, we focus on three of the techniques that Mr. Voss discusses in his book; labeling, bending reality, and creating the illusion of control.
Chris Voss provides insight into the concepts and practices of FBI negoti...2017-03-1136 minMasterminds of BusinessKahlil Yearwood – MOB 003Show OverviewIn today’s show, Kahlil Yearwood discusses his journey to law school and then onto Dechert LLP. Furthermore, he tells about us the processes he used to advise Wells Fargo, on its recent purchase of commercial real estate loans valued at US$9 billion in the US, UK and Canada from GE Capital Real Estate as part of an overall transaction valued at approximately US$23 billion. Lastly, Kahlil tells us about several negotiation tactics, he uses on behalf of his clients.
Kahlil's Background
It’s the speed of his ascent that separates Dechert commercial real estate and financial attorney Kahlil Year...2017-03-0335 minMasterminds of BusinessThe Thin Book of Trust – MOB 002In today’s episode, Val Lewis and I discuss Charles Feltman’s “The Thin Book of Trust – An Essential Primer for Building Trust at Work.” If you are interested in increasing organizational productivity through building trust, becoming more trustworthy and being a better leader, then this episode is for you. In a fun and lively manner, we review the four distinctions of trust according to Mr. Feltman and other insights from the book.
The Four Distinctions of Trust
Sincerity: Is the assessment that you are honest, that you say what you mean and mean what you say; you can be believed and...2016-11-3026 minMasterminds of BusinessMoctesuma Esparza – MOB 001Show OverviewMoctesuma Esparza is a Mastermind of Business who cares about his community, has the spirit of an entrepreneur and will explain the entertainment industry. You will be inspired by the Moctesuma’s determination to succeed and perseverance in spite of obstacles and his constant push to move his community forward.
Moctesuma's Movies
Before Moctesuma graduated from UCLA with his Masters, he had already won an Emmy. Since his audacious beginning, Moctesuma has worked with stars such as: Robert Redford, Jennifer Lopez, Andy Garcia, Jimmy Smits, Martin Sheen, Robert Duvall and Halle Berry. He produced films many films including Price of...2016-11-2633 minMasterminds of BusinessIntroductory Episode – MOB 000Show Notes
Welcome to MOB - Masterminds of Business. This is our introductory episode, MOB Triple Zero. We wanted to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves to you and tell you what we hope to accomplish here at MOB before we begin this journey together.
Masterminds of Business is an uplifting and informative show. We will focus on the accomplishments and challenges that entrepreneurs and corporate leaders face during careers and examine how our Masterminds overcame the obstacles, that impeded their progress. These leaders, have demonstrated they have what it takes to succeed. They are always perfecting, what we like...2016-11-1604 min