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Cherish & Conquer: Women Breaking Barriers and Building DreamsCherish & Conquer: Women Breaking Barriers and Building DreamsUnlocking Your Innovation Potential with Tamara GhandourIn this episode of the Cherish and Conquer podcast, Tamara Ghandour explores the essence of human-centered innovation and the role of every day innovators. Tamara discusses the Innovation Quotient Edge, which helps individuals identify their unique innovator archetypes. She shares insights on the importance of creative problem-solving, resilience, and adaptability in navigating today's fast-paced world. Through engaging anecdotes and practical advice, Tamara emphasizes the value of understanding one's natural innovation style to drive success and impact in both personal and professional settings. From discussing the neuroscience behind innovation to providing actionable strategies for overcoming challenges...2024-06-1248 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceInnovation Decoded - 7 Unexpected Keys to Unlocking Your Zone of GeniusIf you feel stuck in a rut or like the ability to be an innovator is out of reach, this episode is for you. I dissect the myths holding you back from greatness and reveal the seven unexpected keys to unlocking your zone of genius. From thinking innovation is only for the select few to the myth about being fearlessness, we'll delve deep into the secrets of being an Everyday Innovator. Plus, I'll answer questions that listeners called in that range from how to get legacy thinkers on board with change to how to differentiate in a crowded world.  Call i...2024-04-251h 06The Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceBrave Moves Towards Your Unreasonable Dreams with Anthony GonzalesFor founder Anthony Gonzales "uno mas" was the internal mantra he used to keep going when embarking on his fitness journey - just one more pull up, one more burpee, one more attempt at a clean and jerk. His phrase "uno mas" became the mantra for himself and those around him, inspiring the creation of Uno Mas Ropa - fun, urban designed apparel with that phrase on it. In this episode we dig into why he started this company, what it means to be all in for your dreams, how to move with intention, overcoming imposture syndrome, being brave enough...2024-04-181h 01The Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceCreating Respectful Disagreement in a Divided World - Guest Justin Jones-FosuJustin’s foray into the world of business started with running his own business while still in elementary school, dishwashing at 14 and culminated in a leadership position in a top financial firm. Now he is the CEO of Work.Meaningful. where he works with clients to create rhythms of sustainable excellence and author of "I Respectfully Disagree." He is also a dad and mountain climber. We dig into how to bring meaning to your work, not wait to find it, and how to disagree respectfully in a divided, dug-in world.    Other podcasts you might enjoy:   Discover your unique Everyday Innovator arche...2024-04-161h 25The Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceBuilding a Team of Leaders, Not Followers with Retired Captain L. David MarquetL. David Marquet is a retired Naval officer and was the captain of the USS Santa Fe, a nuclear submarine. As captain he turned what was considered the worst performing crew into the highest performing team. He did this by dropping the command and control model for what he calls intent-based leadership. In this episode we delve into his experience as a nuclear submarine captain, why you should stop giving orders and start sharing intent, how to change your language so that you develop leaders, not followers, and why you probably aren't thinking big enough.   He is also the author o...2024-04-041h 12The Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceAvoid Becoming Invisible in a Changing WorldWe've all been there - in that place where we feel undervalued, left behind, or worse, invisible. It happens in work, in our relationships, and in life. In this episode, Tamara shares her top tips for staying ahead, staying open minded, and avoiding the invisible trap.  She also delves into how fixed minds fall behind, especially in a changing world. You'll hear the best advice she ever received about her career and how you can avoid being disrupted.    Other podcasts you might enjoy: Get your Everyday Innovator Certification Watch Coffee with Tamara live and check out other insights and ideas on...2024-03-2329 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceInfluence UnpackedIf you're eager to boost your persuasive powers, gain more support, and have a bigger impact on others, then this episode is crafted just for you. I'll guide you through seven practical strategies that you can start using right away to become a more effective influencer. We all understand the difference between merely having an idea, a product, or a goal, and actually rallying others to join us in achieving those ambitions. Grasping the essence of influence is key to turning aspirations into realities. I will share insights into the rule of reciprocity and its significance, how taking a moment...2024-03-1446 minTurmeric and Tequila™Turmeric and Tequila™207. Innovation + Leadership = Unleashing Human Potential with Tamara Ghandour   “Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” -George Addair   I am excited to welcome fellow entrepreneur, podcaster, and CrossFitter, Tamara Ghandour, to the T&T mic! As a business and fitness standout, Tamara shares her journey of personal and professional evolution with success, failure, and a huge passion for humans being humans. Tamara has a wealth of experience in the entrepreneurial and corporate worlds and leading both in humanizing innovation- guiding us to those desired solutions all while understating ourselves and one another just a little bit more...2024-03-131h 27Turmeric and Tequila™Turmeric and Tequila™207. Innovation + Leadership = Unleashing Human Potential with Tamara Ghandour   “Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” -George Addair   I am excited to welcome fellow entrepreneur, podcaster, and CrossFitter, Tamara Ghandour, to the T&T mic! As a business and fitness standout, Tamara shares her journey of personal and professional evolution with success, failure, and a huge passion for humans being humans. Tamara has a wealth of experience in the entrepreneurial and corporate worlds and leading both in humanizing innovation- guiding us to those desired solutions all while understating ourselves and one another just a little bit more...2024-03-131h 27The Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceHow to be a Rebel with a CauseI dive into what it means to be a "Rebel with a Cause" and how being yourself and challenging the status quo is the most valuable and authentic way to approach work and life. I talk about how rebels with causes are driven not by disruption, but by purpose, change, and impact. I share what it takes to be a strong Everyday Innovator, why it matters, and how you can unlock your greatest strategic advantage - your innovative mind. This is an episode about how to live up to your full potential.    Other podcasts you might enjoy: Get your Everyday In...2024-03-0744 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceHow Future Ready Are You?This is a podcast for those wanting to be ready to tackle the tail winds and head winds that life throws your way. I dive into the essence of being prepared for the future through the 5 critical areas: collaborative spirit, agility and resilience, appreciation and awareness, everyday innovator mindset, and strategic decision-making and risk-taking. I share why each area matters, unpack their meanings, and bring to life real-world stories showcasing the strengths and pitfalls encountered by individuals and organizations alike. My goal is to offer you actionable insights and strategies, fostering both personal and professional growth. Join me on this...2024-02-2946 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceNavigating Life's Signals with Kristen OlsonJoin us for an episode tailored for those on a quest for fulfillment and purpose. Whether you're seeking that spark of inspiration or deciphering the subtle hints life throws your way, Kristen Olson, the founder of Graceful Disruption and host of the Turmeric and Tequila podcast, along with her expertise in branding, delves into an honest discussion with me. Together, we explore the essence of purpose, navigating life's signals, the power of stillness, embracing simplicity over complexity, and a plethora of other insightful topics. Tune in for a captivating conversation that promises to ignite your inner drive and shed light...2024-02-221h 00The Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceThe Science of Breakthroughs - A Roadmap to Unlocking Ideas and ImpactLet's embark on a journey to demystify the science of breakthroughs, turning what often feels like a magical and random occurrence into a deliberate and repeatable process. Imagine unlocking the power to generate forward momentum, ease, and impact in your life at will. This episode is not just about finding those elusive breakthroughs; it's about defining them as discoveries that propel us forward, faster, and with more significant effect. We'll explore the common traps that keep us stuck, unveil practical exercises to ignite our creative spark, and emphasize why taking action is the key to turning breakthroughs into realities. If...2024-02-1545 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceFrom Underdog to NFL Legend: The Karl Mecklenburg JourneyIn this riveting episode of our podcast, we delve into the heart and soul of perseverance, purpose, and transformation with the legendary Karl Mecklenburg. His journey from a 12th round draft pick to becoming an indispensable force for the Denver Broncos is nothing short of awe-inspiring. A member of the Broncos Ring of Fame, six-time Pro Bowler, and three-time Super Bowl contender, Karl's 12-year career epitomizes endurance and excellence in a league where the average player's tenure is a mere fraction of his. Our conversation explores the profound life lessons Karl has gleaned from the gridiron—lessons that have propelled hi...2024-02-0853 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceBreaking Free: Transforming Pity into Positive Power with Supriya Surender  This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with self-acceptance and identity transformation. In this inspiring episode of our podcast, we sit down with Supriya Surender, an alopecia warrior and the empowering voice behind BaldieBoo. Supriya opens up about her journey, offering invaluable insights on how to prevent negative thoughts and challenging situations from dominating our lives. She shares her personal strategies for staying aligned with her path of purpose and passion, every single day. Together, we delve into the powerful synergy of trust and action, and how this dynamic duo becomes a magic formula for building momentum in life. W...2024-01-3158 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceThe Impact of Chronic Stress on Your Creativity and InnovationDiscover the surprising reasons why stress might be your nemesis when it comes to creativity and innovation, and how to overcome it. From the neuroscience of stress to the unexpected consequences that are impacting your daily life, I've got it all covered. I'll dig into how stress is minimizing your creative problem-solving abilities, decision making and innovator talents. Tune in to learn how chronic stress is making you sick and dumb, how it shows up every day and I'll give you some easy to implement exercises to help you stress less and create more, everyday!   Episode Highlights: #1 IMPAIRED COGNITIVE FUNCTION: S...2023-12-0645 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceAsk Me Anything - Am I Being Innovative Enough  In this edition, we’re unleashing the power of Ask Me Anything (AMA), fueled by the burning inquiries of the . Today’s question comes from John in Atlanta, a small business owner. John asked: I'm wondering, at times I think I'm being innovative or disruptive, but then I look at the results and I'm not sure I'm being innovative enough. How do I know if I'm being innovative or headed in that direction.   Episode Highlights: #1 INNOVATION VERSUS INCREMENTAL: How to know if you are being innovative versus incremental. Tamara digs into knowing when you stand out versus when you barely move fo...2023-11-2913 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceThe Hotel Mirror Experiment: Changing Your Self-Image and the Trajectory of Your DayIn this episode, I'll explore the incredible impact of a single mirror moment—a fleeting few seconds when I saw my reflection and felt its power to shape my day. Today, I delve into a personal story of a hotel mirror that drastically changed my day for the better, boosting my positive self talk and confidence for a major speaking engagement and then the pitfalls of a negative mirror moment that brought me down later. I'll also unlock some the science behind why this happens, revealing how your brain captures and influences your thoughts, communication, and actions based on that la...2023-11-0826 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceDismantling the Cult of Average: Rejecting the Pull of ConformityDive deep into the Cult of Average with Tamara in this thought-provoking episode . Unveil the subtle forces of conformity, mediocrity, and peer pressure that shape our lives. Discover why we often succumb to the gravitational pull of fitting in and how it impacts our personal growth and critical thinking. Explore the psychological underpinnings of conformity and its negative consequences. Join Tamara as she shares five actionable steps to break free from the Cult of Average, empowering you to embrace your individuality and redefine what it means to be truly exceptional. Share this episode with a friend who needs a nudge...2023-09-2733 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceBack from the Brink: Defying Convention with DiscomfortWelcome back, rebels! Join me, your curious and coffee-fueled host as I relaunch the Coffee with Tamara podcast with a bang. In this episode, I'll take you on a thrilling and maybe even uncomfortable journey through the world of comfort zones, reimaginng what's possible and facing fear.  My relentless pursuit of the extraordinary has led me to question why so many of us settle for the ordinary. I delve deep into the realm of human behavior, fear, and risk, challenging the norms and I invite you to join me in embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth. Share this episode w...2023-09-2023 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara Experience12-Minute Difference12-minutes is all it takes to unlock your best brain and unearth a wealth of innovative ideas.  Have a question you want Tamara to cover? An idea for a podcast episode? Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (720) 798-4535 Watch the podcast on YouTube:  Listen or watch the podcast and leave a comment:  Follow Tamara on TikTok:  Get more resources, downloads and learning opportunities: 2023-06-0609 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceNagging Ideas and RegretThe nagging ideas you can't seem to stop thinking about and the balls of regret that live in your brain.  Have a question you want Tamara to cover? An idea for a podcast episode? Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (720) 798-4535 Watch the podcast on YouTube:  Listen or watch the podcast and leave a comment:  Follow Tamara on TikTok:  Get more resources, downloads and learning opportunities: 2023-06-0119 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceLiving the Less LifeMy experience living what I'm calling a "less life" over the past two weeks. The mindset, the actions and the results.  Have a question you want Tamara to cover? An idea for a podcast episode? Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (720) 798-4535 Watch the podcast on YouTube:  Listen or watch the podcast and leave a comment:  Follow Tamara on TikTok:  Get more resources, downloads and learning opportunities:     2023-05-3029 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceMental TrapsThe 3 mental traps that keep you from unlocking you best brain and life #1 Mental Games #2 Mental Residue #3 Mental Sewers Have a question you want Tamara to cover? An idea for a podcast episode? Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (720) 798-4535 Watch the podcast on YouTube:  Listen or watch the podcast and leave a comment:  Follow Tamara on TikTok:  Get more resources, downloads and learning opportunities: 2023-05-2723 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceThe Comparison GameThe comparison game and how it leads to mediocre success.   Have a question you want Tamara to cover? An idea for a podcast episode? Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (720) 798-4535 Watch the podcast on YouTube: Listen or watch the podcast and leave a comment: Follow Tamara on TikTok: Get more resources, downloads and learning opportunities:    2023-05-2511 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceSame Mountain, Different PerspectivesIt's easy to believe that your way of doing things or your perspective on a situation is the only one. Or perhaps to believe that your opinions and viewpoints on matters are right, while others are wrong. In this episode I explore how we can all be climbing the same mountain and yet have drastically different experiences. I dig into how two (or more) people can have very different vantage points that lead to different stories, perspective and opinions. However  those differing experiences don't have to pull you further apart. In fact, it's actually helpful in so many ways. I a...2023-04-0411 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceHow to Ask Questions That Spark Conversation Not ConflictIn a time when people are stressed out and burnt out, it's easy for conflict to occur. Sometimes it seems that the simplest question, conversation, or meeting sparks unnecessary conflict. While you are trying to move your ideas, decisions and projects forward that conflict only leads to spiraling down the negativity drain, stuck in a rut or spinning your wheels in place. I've learned that the key to productive conversations isn't in the objectives, or who is in the room, it's in the questions you ask. In this episode I'm going to cover the key keys for how to ask...2023-03-2121 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceGratitude is the Gateway to Your Creative MindDid you know gratitude is more than just saying what you are thankful for? Gratitude is the antidote to fear, anxiety and stress. It’s a dose of happiness, wellbeing, and even optimism, despite the odds. Studies have proven that gratitude can actually enhance your creative problem solving abilities. When you experience positive emotions you tap more of your mind. When you are stressed out your thinking is more rigid, reducing your creative thinking. When you are less stressed you are more open to innovative ideas, and able to make more meaningful connections that lead to new ideas.  In this epis...2023-03-1615 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceStop Focusing on What You Can ControlWe've been told that the best approach to life (and work) is to only focus on what you can control and to accept what's out of your control. I think that's very wrong, and here's why... What's in our control is important as it is our internal emotions and responses to situations and some of the actions we can take. But, stopping there only minimizes our sense of confidence and momentum. I believe If we stop at what's in our control we almost become victims of our environment. I also believe, and have experienced, that there is this gray zone...2023-03-1419 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceWhy Working Harder Doesn't WorkDo you ever find yourself stuck, or even moving further away from your goals, despite your best efforts? You work harder than ever before to only find yourself stuck in the same place, or worse even more behind. You double down only to find yourself with your head barely above water. I think of these moments like rip tides in the ocean. In this episode I'm going to share my experience in getting stuck in an actual rip tide, what I had to do to get out of it, and how that experience became an invaluable life lesson about what...2023-03-0912 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceThree Words That Will Change Your LifeYou know that how you communicate with others can be the key to good or bad relationships. It can be the key to success or failure at work. It can be the key to getting momentum or getting stuck in life. In this episode I'm going to share the three words I've been using for years to propel me, my relationships, and my work forward. These three words will make sure that you aren't having conversations led by your primal brain that is reactive, have deeper more meaningful connections and get to the outcomes you are looking for. These three...2023-03-0717 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceYour Roadmap to Being an Everyday InnovatorWhere are you on the roadmap to Innovation and Influence? In working with tens of thousands of Everyday Innovators in our global community, I've discovered that there are 5 stages on the road to "Innovation & Influence" and 3 insights that help people move forward. These 5 stages move you from unhealthy habits and behaviors that don't serve you to being a confident Everyday Innovator that ignites innovation, influences others, and makes an impact. In this episode I'm going to deep dive into the five stages so that you can move forward, faster in your work and life. I'm also going to share three...2023-03-0219 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceDon't Get Stuck in the Sh** Traps of LifeMy mentor once said, "You can step in the sh** traps, but don't get stuck in them!" In this episode I'm going to talk about the sh** traps we all face. Those traps include obstacles big and small, sabotagers, distractions, and bad mindsets. The thing to know about sh** traps is that they are inevitable. No matter your journey, if you are pushing forward, you are stepping in sh** traps. The key is to have a strategy to get out of them as fast as possible. I'll also share the simple 3-step strategy I've developed over my many years of...2023-02-2819 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara Experience5-Minute Mornings To Be An Everyday Innovator All DayYou've probably heard that exercising in the morning has many benefits, including upping your energy and metabolism all day. Well the mind works in a similar way. All it takes is 5-minutes of mental exercises in the morning to make the other 1,435 minutes of the day more innovative. Imagine if all you had to do is schedule 5-minutes in the morning to stretch and warm up your mind and for the rest of the day you'd be a stronger problem solver, better strategic thinker, and decision maker? That's exactly what we are going to talk about in this episode. I'm...2023-02-2316 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceYou Can't Do It Alone (And 4 Tips So You Don't Have To)It sucks being the only innovator surrounded by status quo minds. As I learned in my thirty plus years, it sounds good to be the solo disruptive innovator out there pushing the limits and seeing opportunities everyone else misses. But, in reality it's lonely, and not much gets done. In fact all you are left with is frustration and ideas that never get realized to their full potential. In this episode I share for ways to build a team of Everyday Innovators around you so that you can get the traction and support you need to accomplish anything. In these...2023-02-2123 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceStretched Mind is Forever ChangedA mind is sort of like a balloon. At first it's stiff and impossible to blow up (parents with little kids know what I'm talking about) but with a little extra it stretches and grows, never to return back to its tiny, out-of-the-package, shape. A mind stretched by new ideas, new experiences and new perspectives will never go back to its original dimensions. In this episode I share my experiences about feeling stale and stuck, how stretching my mind with new experiences is the antidote to that, and several easy ways you can keep growing and evolving.  Tamara’s Everyday Inn...2023-02-1616 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceYour Resistance is Your Fear in Action and I'm BackI'm back! It's been a minute, but as I explain in this podcast, I took a step back so that I can come back on FIRE! I've got a new format, new content, new conversations and new value for you. I explain all this in the podcast and then I dive right in! I talk about the relationship between fear and resistance. As fear dials up, so does resistance. And conversley, I talk about how to minimize your resistance by recognizing and understanding where your fear is coming from.  You can't be fearless. But, you can push through and even h...2023-02-1425 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceFriday Insight: Pushing Through Failure & the power of open loops with Everyday Innovator Tamara GhandourLet's face it, failure is a part of life. Failure can often feel devastating, and worse, it can feel final. In today's episode, I'm going to go open up, get a little vulnerable and share a recent failure I had and the lessons around mental toughness, not counting yourself out too early, and cheering on your supporters. Of course, I'll also talk about why this failure, while it hurt, isn't final and what I'm going to do to bounce back. I hope in sharing this you'll get some inspiration and determination to push through your next failure. I'm also going...2022-07-2241 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperiencePlaying to Win with Everyday Innovator Evans MehewAre you playing to win or playing not to lose? As our Everyday Innovator guest, Evans Mehew shares that mindset difference is also the difference between innovating and moving forward or falling behind. It changes how you think, act, the goals you set and so much more. As the founder of FastFulcrum, a content design and creation firm, Evans shares his passion for driving innovation and how the culture you set often determines your outcomes. He also digs deep into how to shift with relevancy in today's uncertain world, and why it's important to recognize that pivoting is now a...2022-07-2141 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceHow Disruption Can Help You Find Your Value with Everyday Innovators Mike Kenevan and Jessica HowardDisruption can be a positive force for helping you find your value. In fact, keeping up with disruptors on the edges takes a real understanding of the value you bring to the table. Our Everyday Innovator guests, Mike Kenevan and Jessica Howard share how they see the human role in a technology-driven world, and how to define the value you bring. As leading branch managers at Spire Financial, they talk about how they've adapted to change in their industry and being nimble when necessary. They also dig into how to keep moving forward when the obstacles you face feel insurmountable...2022-07-2041 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceBeing the Best Also Means Knowing Where You Don't Shine with Everyday Innovators Matt DeLuzio and Turner WilliamsBeing the absolute best you can be doesn't mean being good at everything. In fact, it means recognizing where you aren't the best and letting go of those things. Today's Everyday Innovator guests, Matt DeLuzio and Turner Williams share how they've learned to work in their genius zones, not project what they love or hate to do on others, and why meeting people where they are is the key to tapping the human potential of themselves and those they lead. As the top producing loan officers at Spire Financial, they share how going back to the basics, focusing on what...2022-07-1934 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperiencePreparing for the Future so You can Succeed Today with Everyday Innovator Dan BrownThe winter season always comes. It's inevitable. Today's Everyday Innovator Dan Brown shares with us how he thinks about preparing for the winter seasons and uncertain futures. As the Regional Director of Spire Financial, Dan shares how he's always working on contingencies to prepare for the future. He also talks about what it took to get out in front of the quickly changing and highly competitive real estate market in a way that gave their customers the competitive advantage, and why you shouldn't wait until you are disrupted to think about change contingencies. He also shares some major insights into...2022-07-1844 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara Experience6 Soft Skills of Success and Friday Wrap Up with Everyday Innovator Tamara GhandourToday’s uncertain and volatile world requires more than hard skills – it requires soft skills. In fact, soft skills have become essential to your success. In this episode, I’ll share the six soft skills essential to success in complex times. Then I share the major insight I received from each of the Everyday Innovators. First is ) in the public schools and education space, then the CEO of Escape Game, in the technology space, and owner of Mercury Creative.    Tamara's Everyday Innovator style:   Use code ‘Tamara’ at checkout for the discount2022-07-1531 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceAsking Questions That Make People Think with Everyday Innovator Justin BieganekAs I always say questions in is answers out. Asking good questions is the difference between incremental, useless answers and big breakthrough solutions. But, what makes a question a “good question?” Our Everyday Innovator guest, Justin Bieganek, shared with me that in his view asking the right question is not actually about the answer, it’s about asking questions that make people think. As the Creative Director & Founder of Mercury Creative Group, Justin talks to me about how he wants people around him that tell him “no” and the struggles he’s experienced with stepping away from the weeds of the work and...2022-07-1433 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceTurning Your Biggest Obstacles into Your Greatest Motivators with Everyday Innovator Emilia D'Anzica and Sabina PonsNone of us achieve our goals alone. We need support, help, and people that push us forward. Our Everyday Innovator guests today, Emilia D’Anzica and Sabina Pons, don’t just work together, they’ve created a connection of trust and support that helps them both go further, faster. As the authors of Pressing on as a Tech Mom and Managing Director and Operating Partner of the technology consultancy, Growth Molecules, they know first-hand how a partnership is more than one plus one equals two. In their experience, one plus one equals exponential growth. They also talk about how to overco...2022-07-1341 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceTaking Withdraws and Making Deposits in Your People With Everyday Innovator Mark FlintSometimes we forget how much we ask of those around us during challenging times. We ask people to take on more work, work longer hours, deal with new and unknown challenges, drive more innovation, and do it all with a smile. Our Everyday Innovator guest, Mark Flint, understands that in a challenging time when we ask for more withdraws from our people than ever before, we also need to add more deposits. This is how you keep people motivated, engaged, and moving forward. As the CEO of the Escape Game, Mark shares how they thought about innovation as something that...2022-07-1236 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperiencePreparing for Leadership Before you Lead with Everyday Innovator Toni SheltonWhen I was first promoted into a leadership role I was paralyzed. I was good at my job but I had no idea how to lead others to do the same. Our Everyday Innovator guest today, Toni Shelton, realized that setting people up for leadership success before they actually took on the roles is essential for their success. As the Manager for the Office of Professional Development for Denver Public Schools, she created a program that allowed people to get skills and experience their future selves will need as leaders. Toni also talks about how important being humble and shifting...2022-07-1132 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceBreaking the Rules and Friday Wrap Up with Everyday Innovator Tamara GhandourSometimes rules are good for us, and other times they are just other people’s way of doing things. And, sometimes rules are used to keep people small-minded and in place by other small-minded people that don’t want to move forward. In this Friday episode, I share my personal experience with feeling held back by the rules, a teacher squelching my dreams, and what my dad taught me about breaking the rules to get to my goals. Then, I share my major insight from each of the Everyday Innovators. First is Lizza de la Garza (Tweaker Imaginative) in the oil...2022-07-0831 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceFull Time Results Require Full Time Energy with Everyday Innoator Yuri ElkaimHaving a growth mindset is the key to leaning into the challenges you are inevitably going to face. Our Everyday Innovator guest, Yuri Elkaim, shares his keys to growth which include obsessing about your clients (not your competition), making the painful recognition that no one cares as much as you do, and realizing that you don't get full effort by giving fractional energy. As the founder of Healthpreneur, Yuri shares his hard-knock lessons about how to balance the dangers of delegation with working in your zone of genius, and how the key to avoiding commoditization is in your client's pain...2022-07-0742 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceDelivering Innovation in Surprising Ways with Everyday Innovator Taylor McCartenHave you ever found yourself frustrated by a persistent problem? Or have you ever wondered why something you do is so complicated or never quite meets your needs? Our Everyday Innovator guest, Taylor McCarten knows all about taking one of those frustrating moments and turning it into a global business opportunity. Taylor shares with me how his frustration with the clunkiness and challenges of composting, along with his passion for working on climate change, led him to seek out solutions that didn't exist today. As the founder of BinBreese, he shares how his willingness to be open to the surprising...2022-07-0644 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceWhat More With Everyday Innovator Lizzy de la Garza PutegnatIt's amazing how far a little initiative and imagination can take you. Our Everyday Innovator guest, Lizzy de la Garza Putegnat shares with us how she combines both to drive innovation that provides massive value. She also shares how she thinks about delivering real value to her leaders, her team, and the community. Lizzy gives us her key to success which is really a simple question that drives everything. As the Executive Director of Marketing and PR and Total Fuel, Lizzy shares her story of turning company values into innovative programs that serve her community and engage employees. She also...2022-07-0451 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceOvercoming Self-Doubt and Friday Wrap Up with Everyday Innovator Tamara GhandourSelf-doubt can be debilitating. It seeps into your subconscious and then shows up in how you think, act and respond to the world around you. In this Friday episode, I share my personal experience with self-doubt, how it impacted my life and what I did to overcome it and move forward. Then, I share my major insight from each of the Everyday Innovators. First is Richard Fertig (Risk Taker Instinctual) in the real estate and investing space, then Ayal Annac (Imaginative Inquisitive) in the healthcare innovation arena, Stephan Parent (Collaborative Tweaker) in the meetings and events industry, and Matt Ley...2022-07-0127 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceGrowth Happens on the Edges with Everyday Innovator Matt LeyAs founder of Flip The Script, Matt Ley describes himself as a lover of people and a chaser of shiny things. His goal in life is to have interesting conversations with interesting people, and in his eyes, everybody is interesting, in some way. He shares how he's learned that when people fight things it's not a cue that they are disengaged but in fact a cue that they are incredibly engaged. As he says, it takes a lot of energy to fight ideas and people. He also opens up about how most failures or misunderstandings start with a lack of...2022-06-3037 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceListening to Others Makes You Stronger with Everyday Innovator Stephan ParentWe throw around the words "pivot" or "adapt" a lot. But, what does it really mean to do either of those things? Our Everyday Innovator guest, Stephan Parent, shares his stories of having to truly pivot and find new opportunities for himself and his business when COVID pulled the rug out. He opens up about how almost overnight he had to rethink his business and in doing so found surprising ways to add value to his customers. As the President of Novam Interactive, he helps us see how the questions you ask at the front end can drastically change how...2022-06-2932 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceLeading From the Heart With Everyday Innovator Ayla AnnacWhen you are a pioneer in your field you have to recognize that lack of recognition and acceptance is the price of being ahead of your competition, But, like our Everyday Innovator guest, Ayla Annac shares with us, being a leader is highly rewarding in other ways. As the CEO and President of InvivoSciences (innovation in heart care) Ayla shares with us how she leads from the heart both in terms of her passion and how she leads her team. She also opens up about how she thinks about taking risks, the power of intent, and how you differentiate between...2022-06-2841 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceAdmitting You Are Wrong Pays Off With Everyday Innovator Richard FertigOne of the hardest things to do is admit you are wrong, or made a mistake? It's hard on our identities and our egos. But, as our Everyday Innovator guest, Richard Fertig, shares with us, admitting you are wrong pays off ten fold. He also digs deep into his strategy for building a global lifestyle. Richard also talks very honestly about the highs and lows of finding a new job after the 2008 crash and how his exciting ride on Wall Street put him in uncharted territory. Richard also shares his approach to getting unstuck with includes asking, "How do I...2022-06-271h 03Passage to Profit Show - Road to EntrepreneurshipPassage to Profit Show - Road to EntrepreneurshipUnlock Your Innovative Powers with the Founder of LaunchStreet, Tamara Ghandour, 06-05-2022This episode of the Passage to Profit Show features Tamara Ghandour from LaunchStreet, Rowena Scherer from eat2explore and Matt & Karen Riley from the Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo.   Tamara Ghandour is the founder of LaunchStreet, creator of the IQE innovator assessment, author of Innovation is Everybody's Business and Podcast Host. Her break-through work on human-centric innovation can be seen in individuals, teams, and organizations across the globe. Tamara has helped thousands gain the competitive edge by unlocking the power of innovation. LaunchStreet is the go-to innovation partner for companies like Arrow Electronics, Schneider Electric, Disn...2022-06-0653 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceFinding Ways to Innovate in Mundane with Everyday Innovator Margie MauldinDo you feel like you have to wait to stretch your mind? Are you waiting for that right moment appear? Our Everyday Innovator guest, Margie Mauldin, shares with us how she finds way to tap her creative mind in the most mundane tasks, why pivoting is essential to success in uncertain times and how to get over decision-fear when dealing with changing times. As the President of Executive Forum, Margie also shares a story of adapting to the new needs of her customers while maintaining what her organization does best.  Margie's Everyday Innovator style: Use code ‘Tamara’ at checkout for disco2022-05-2636 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceTaking the First Step with Everyday Innovator Emmanuel BelloDoes it ever feel like there's a big gap between where you are and where you want to be? Or perhaps you big goals that almost seem almost too daunting? Our Everyday Innovator guest, Emmanual Bello shares with us how focusing on the first step, and then the next step has helped him accomplish more than he thought possible. He also talks about how he thinks about learning new skills, how he searches for inspiration all around him, and why sometimes you just need to take a break. As a software engineer and designer he also opens up about the...2022-05-2528 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceReinventing Yourself with Everyday Innovator Robin GlicksteinThere comes a time when the path we are on no longer serves us. Or perhaps the goal you worked so hard to achieve didn't come through. Or maybe you are bored, feeling like you've mastered your current role, and are ready for a new challenge. Our Everyday Innovator guest, Robin Glickstein, shares with us her journey of reinvention, why being bold often works out, and sometimes doesn't, and why sparking her creative mind is a top priority (and how she does it). Robin also gives us her unique journaling technique, that we can all do, that has helped her...2022-05-2443 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceAlways Looking for Problems to Solve with Everyday Innovator Sandy LardinoisIt's easy to miss the ideas and opportunities all around us. Tunnel vision, stress and everyday tasks keep us in our lane. Our Everyday Innovator guest, Sandy Lardinois, shows us the power of always having your eyes open for problems to solve. She even shares with us a story of how she is trying to tackle a challenge that's much bigger than her. Sandy also opens up about what it feels like to be filled with ideas with no outlet to make them happen, and why getting older is both an advantage and disadvantage when it comes to launching new...2022-05-2338 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceFriday Wrap Up - Insights on Problems as Benefits, Being Certain, Listening to Your Ahas and Taking out the FearThis week's insights are all about problems as benefits, being certain, listening to your ahas and taking out the fear. I also share a story and a few insights around staying ahead, as an innovative leader. The Everyday Innovators came for a diverse set of experiences, backgrounds and Everyday Innovator styles.   founder or FyreBrand,  marriage and sex counselor, ) founder of Nebia, and founder of Soundguard paint. I'm going to share my big insights and experiments and in doing so I hope you find ways to take what you are learning and transfer it into action. Click and listen to any of...2022-05-2029 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceHow To Launch Your Disruptive Product In a Traditional Industry With Everyday Innovator Jonah LuptonThere are many factors that make or break the success of a new idea, especially an innovative one that bumps up against a traditional industry. Our Everyday Innovator guest, Johan Lupton, shares how to solve a big enough problem that you create a massive market for your product, and how to actually leverage instead of fighting the traditional players in the industry. As the founder of SoundGuard, Jonah open sup about his mistakes, successes, and how he thought differently about where his product fits in the bigger picture. He also opens up about and why staying focused on who you...2022-05-1941 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceHow To Drive Change with Everyday Innovator Philip WinterAha moments often happen at the most surprising moments - in the shower, while driving, doing the dishes, or going for a walk. As our guest Everyday Innovator, Philip Winter, discovered his aha moment came in the shower. He shares with us how he realized there was an opportunity to change water consumption, why we need to think of ourselves and "innoventors," and why he thinks doing the same job you did six months ago is a sign of stagnation. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Nebia, Philip digs into his process of ideation and how he believes the key...2022-05-1832 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceThe Connection Between Desire and Innovation with Everyday Innovator Jenny GlickDid you know that desire has a lot to do with creativity? Our Everyday Innovator guest, Jenny Glick, shares with us how desire is actually source energy for your creative mind, why you should get out into nature and decouple from the conditioning created by the noise in this world, and how she approaches innovation in her work and life. She also digs into how holding certainty lightly has helped her walk away from the “someone has to be right or wrong” narrative and be open to new perspectives. As a licensed marriage, family and sex therapist, Jenny shares how part...2022-05-1738 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceTurning Obstacles into Opportunity with Everyday Innovator Dawnna St. LouisThe world seems full of challenges, some in our control, and a lot out of our control. Our Everyday Innovator guest today, Dawnna St.Louis shares with us how a shift in focus can turn any challenge into an opportunity, if you look at it differently. She also talks about why you need to keep innovating in a world that commoditizes everything and how she faced her biggest challenge head on. As the founder of Fyrebrand.net she digs into some real world stories of turning obstacles into big opportunity and she opens up about how to get through the...2022-05-1648 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceFriday Wrap Up - Insights on Going Big, Putting Failure Behind You, Getting Motivated and Being TransparentThis week's insights are all about going big, putting failure behind you, getting motivated and being transparent. I also share some insights around getting buy-in from legacy thinkers and the power of empathy. The Everyday Innovators came for a diverse set of experiences, backgrounds and Everyday Innovator styles. in the cannabis industry,  Air Force and commercial airline pilot, founder of LaunchStreet and creator of the IQE assessment, and Thor Olof Philogene (Inquisitive Tweaker) founder of a technology company in the market research space. I'm going to share my big insights and experiments and in doing so I hope you find wa...2022-05-1332 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceRadical Transparency Creates Growth with Everyday Innovator Thor Olof PhilogeneRadical transparency can be very uncomfortable. It's challenging to admit the good, bad and ugly, both personally and professionally. We are afraid of being judged or even looking like a failure. But, the output is trust and trust is the foundation of collaboration, innovation and success. Our Everyday Innovator guest, Thor Olof Philogene shares how he uses radical transparency to grow his team, why he believes you should show the way and then get out of the way, and why you should stop listening to others and start listen to yourself. As the CEO of Stravito he also digs into...2022-05-1237 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceBreaking Free from the Crowd with Everyday Innovator Tamara GhandourOften times it's the assumed rules or "ways of doing things" in our work and life that hold us back and keep us from innovating. They keep us in a defined box that is crowded, noisy and competitive. In this episode I'm going to share how to break free from those handcuffs that hold you back, my experience realizing how the rules weren't for me, and why it's so important to create a culture of solutions, not problems. I also open up about my most recent challenges staying motivated during chaotic times, and how I found 5 daily habits that keep...2022-05-1131 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperiencePutting Failure Behind You and Opportunity Ahead of You with Everyday Innovator Jason O. HarrisIt's so easy to let yesterday's failures get in the way of tomorrow's successes. Our Everyday Innovator guest, Jason O. Harris, shares with us how he views failure in the rear view mirror and how that has helped him lead, innovate and move forward. He also shares how leading is more about leaning out to listen than leaning in to speak, the importance of collaboration with like minded individuals, and why it's so easy to sabotage your own success. He also shares an incredible story of innovation as a commander in the US Air Force, in having to learn to...2022-05-1044 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceBeing Bold Enough to Create Breakthrough Outcomes with Everyday Innovator Juliana WhitneySometimes it's hard to distinguish between that voice that's telling you something isn't right for you and your fear voice. Fear of failure, fear of looking stupid, fear of putting yourself out there. Our Everyday Innovator guest, Juliana Whitney, shares how she differentiates between the two voices, her bold journey into a booming industry and why it's important to know who you are. As the founder of Cann Strategy and co-founder of LeafSheet Juliana opens up about her incredible story of seizing an opportunity others were afraid to take, the successes and failures along the way, and how thinking differently...2022-05-0931 minCount Me In®Count Me In®Ep. 182: Tamara Ghandour - Harnessing The Power of Innovation – EverydayContact Tamara: https://www.linkedin.com/in/innovationtamaraghandourWhat is your innovation type: https://www.gotolaunchstreet.com/innovation-training-programs/whats-your-innovation-type/Full Episode Transcript:Adam: (00:05)Welcome to the Count Me In podcast. I'm your host, Adam Larson. And my guest today is Tamara Ghandour, a leader in the field of human-centric innovation and its pivotal role in helping individuals and businesses create breakthrough outcomes. Tomorrow is the president of launch street, the founder of everyday innovator's tribe, the host of her own podcast and the author of the book. Innovation is everybody's business. She is also...2022-05-0924 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceFriday Wrap Up - Insights on Being Solution Minded, Trusting Yourself, and Making it Feel EasyThis week's insights are all about being solution minded, trusting yourself, and making it feel easy. I also share a story and some insights around overcoming decision fatigue, something so many are facing right now.  The Everyday Innovators came for a diverse set of experiences, backgrounds and Everyday Innovator styles. in home remodeling, design and construction,  Denise Allman ( and ) (Instinctual Inquisitive) co-owner of kid's strength and conditioning - Mighty Movement,  program coordinator at Linkedin and health coach. I'm going to share my big insights and experiments and in doing so I hope you find ways to take what you are learn...2022-05-0631 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceWhen it Feels Right It Feels Easy with Everyday Innovator Mariekie QuinnIt's funny how you know when things aren't right. It feels difficult and uneasy. But, as our Everyday Innovator guest, Mariekie Quinn, shares for her when it feels right it also feels easy. She also talks about how transformation comes from being willing to do things in a new way, and how being willing to learn a new skill is essential to success. She also opens up about how looking to other's positivity helps her when she struggles to have a positive mindset. As a program manager at LinkedIn, and health coach, Mariekie also digs into  the importance of transformation a...2022-05-0536 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceHow Shifting One Area in Life Impacts the Others with Everyday Innovator Denise Allman - Part TwoIt's so easy to put all the different aspects of our lives in different and separate boxes, each to be treated individually. But as our Everyday Innovator guest, Denise Allman, shows us, we must view our work and lives as a whole and integrated system. She shares how creating shifts in one area impacts the other areas, how distraction is comfort seeking in disguise, and why worrying about other people's opinions is a waste of time. As the co-founder of Mighty Movement she also shares how she and her husband found a way to leverage technology to serve their clients...2022-05-0430 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceKnowing How to Succeed is Already Inside of You with Everyday Innovator Denise Allman - Part OneIf you truly knew what you wanted in life would you be willing to make the hard sacrifices? According the our Everyday Innovator guest, Denise Allman, the answer is yes. In fact she is proof that when you get clear about what you want, the sacrifice becomes just a step towards your goals. Denise shares with us some of the tenets that have led to her life transformation, the importance of the voice in your head, and how we actually all have the script for success inside of us, we just need to remember it. As the co-founder of Mighty...2022-05-0325 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceDoing Things Your Way With Everyday Innovators Susan and Paul KadilakSuccess doesn't happen overnight, but knowing who you are and your worth can definitely accelerate it. Our Everyday Innovator guests, Paul and Susan Kadilak, share with us how running their business their way was a major key to success. They also dig into why being the solution provider in a world of problems drives innovation and results, how setting expectations is the key to navigating change, and why knowledge is no longer power. They also open up about some of the challenges they've faced and big wins they've earned as owners of Kadilak Homes, and what they've done to continually...2022-05-0240 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceSmall Improvements Lead to Big Results with Everyday Innovator Anthony LambatosIt's easy to think that all innovation comes from big, disruptive ideas that shake up everything we know. But, as our Everyday Innovator guest, Anthony Lambatos, shares with us, sometimes the best innovation comes from small daily improvements that add up. Anthony shares with us what it takes to build and grow a business, how to overcome some of the hurdles around implementing new ideas, and how to create a team that focuses on daily improvements that lead to big innovations and a competitive advantage. We also talk about his 80/20 rule and the importance of understanding the J curve. As...2022-04-2644 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceHow To Pitch Anything To Anyone With Everyday Innovator Oren KlaffYou’ve heard me say it before. Having an innovative idea is only half the battle. The other half is getting buy-in for your ideas. Many brilliant innovations come to a dead stop at the presentation phase. It got me thinking, “What are we doing so wrong?” Our guest, Everyday Innovator Oren Klaff, breaks down how he gets people to sign over multi-millions of dollars on his idea pitches. We have a fast-paced conversation where he breaks down the difference between our presentations and the lizard brain, why “winter is coming” is the start of every presentation (i.e. get ready for...2022-04-2545 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceFriday Wrap Up - Insights on Right Versus Wrong, Positive Mindset, Saying No, and Solving the Root CauseThis week's insights are all about right versus wrong, positive mindset, saying no, and solving the root cause. I also share a somewhat embarrassing moment that proves people need to feel the pain to see the possibilities.  The Everyday Innovators came for a diverse set of experiences, backgrounds and Everyday Innovator styles. performance coach,  meeting planner in the credit union space,  leader in the franchise business world,  and director of corporate responsibility for a global company. I'm going to share my big insights and experiments and in doing so I hope you find ways to take what you are learning and...2022-04-2225 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperiencePressing Pause Actually Increases Buy-In with Everyday Innovator Jessica HinmanSometimes I rush to get buy-in for my ideas. And, when I do that I find that things tend to fall apart on the back end. Our Everyday Innovator, Jessica Hinman, shares how sometimes pressing pause and even the frustrating delays are good for deeper buy-in and and progress on your ideas. As the Chief Corporate Social Responsibility Officer at FCP Euro she shares a great example of innovation when she solved for the root of a problem ( 3 levels deep), not the symptom on the surface, the difference between empathy and sympathy, and why you should approach life with an...2022-04-2134 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceThe Power of Saying No with Everyday Innovator Jon OstensonDo you ever find yourself over extended? Do you struggle to find the time to get it all done because you say yes to every request of you? Our Everyday Innovator guest, Jon Ostenson, shares how he learned to say no so that he could say yes to the right things. As the CEO of FranBridge Consulting in the franchise world he also shows us how business opportunities present themselves in the most unlikely places, and why sometimes you have to put your personal desires aside in the best interest of moving forward. He also opens up about holding his...2022-04-2032 minThe Tamara ExperienceThe Tamara ExperienceThe Power of the Positive Mind with Everyday Innovator Ranel SmithA positive attitude can make a big difference in any situation. In fact, a positive attitude helps you see solutions to challenges faster, come up with creative ideas, and minimize the stress of any situation. Our Everyday Innovator guest, Ranel Smith, shares with us how she relies on positivity to handle the fast-paced stresses of her job as the VP of Relationship Management, Montana Credit Union Network, handle any challenge that arises with ease, and navigate her way through continuous change. She also opens up about the importance of making connections, why leadership is about attitude and skill, and how...2022-04-1926 minThe Entrepreneur’s KitchenThe Entrepreneur’s KitchenUnleashing The Innovator In Everyday Entrepreneurs with President Of LaunchStreet Consultancy, Tamara GhandourSend us a textWhat if innovation isn’t just for tech giants and industry disruptors? In this episode, Tamara Ghandour reveals how everyday entrepreneurs can tap into their natural innovative abilities to solve problems, spark creativity, and drive business growth. Discover how to shift your mindset and unleash the innovator within you.What’s Covered:The surprising traits that define true innovatorsHow to cultivate an innovative mindset in your daily lifeSimple strategies to boost creativity, even under pressureWhy most entrepreneurs overlook their biggest innovation assetsTamara Ghandour and her team at L...2021-10-0734 minAmplify To 7 Figures PodcastAmplify To 7 Figures PodcastEp #32 Leveraging your innovator style to go from scraping by to $Million+ with Tamara GhandourAt the forefront of human-centered innovation, the impact of Today’s guest groundbreaking work can be seen in individuals and teams across the globe. Bringing together over two decades of business experience, neuroscience, brain mechanics, and behavioral psychology, Tamara created the first tools to truly make innovation tangible and accessible to all of us. Through her proprietary assessment, the Innovation Quotient Edge (IQE), newly released book - Innovation is Everybody’s Business, Everyday Innovators Online Academy,Tamara helps leaders and teams discover the keys to unlocking their innovative minds to get in the flow, create breakthrough outcomes, have...2021-09-0228 minFinally, Marketing That WorksFinally, Marketing That WorksPilot Episode, CEO/Podcaster, Tamara Ghandour talks about IQE MarketingFinally! Our pilot episode with Tamara Ghandour, the president of LaunchStreet-- an innovation consultancy- is one of our awesome guests. She has immense years of experience working with some big names in the industry, helping them innovate their products! So stay tuned and learn more on how to gain a competitive edge by unlocking the power of creativity. #SlaterStrategies #FinallyMarketingThatWorks Highlights of This Episode [00:19] Mitchell welcoming Tamara Ghandour on the show [01:07] Tamara’s expertise and big-name clientele [03:12] Different clientele’s product pains [06:44] Brands that do it differently  [07:54] Chick-fil-A [08:59] Thumbprint for marketing ...2021-07-1425 minThe Leadership HabitThe Leadership HabitMinisode: Get Connected with Tamara Ghandour, Tyrone Holmes and Nora Burns, Featured Speakers at Crestcom's Virtual Leadership SummitGet to Know the Featured Speakers for Day 2 of Crestcom’s Upcoming Virtual Leadership Summit! Jenn DeWall:  Hi everyone! It’s Jenn DeWall. And if you’re tuning in with us each week, we know that you’ve invested in yourself and furthering your leadership journey. At Crestcom, we believe great leaders aren’t born, they’re made! They turn skill […] The post Minisode: Get Connected with Tamara Ghandour, Tyrone Holmes and Nora Burns, Featured Speakers at Crestcom’s Virtual Leadership Summit appeared first on Crestcom International.2021-04-2321 minInside OutsideInside OutsideEp. 240 - Tamara Ghandour, Author of Innovation is Everybody's Business on Building Your Innovation MusclesOn this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Tamara Ghandour, Author of Innovation is Everybody's Business. Tamara and I talk about innovation, what it means today in today's changing environment, and what individuals and teams can do to build their innovation muscles. Let's get started.Inside Outside Innovation is a podcast to help new innovators navigate what's next. Each week, we'll give you a front row seat into what it takes to learn, grow, and thrive in today's world of accelerating change and uncertainty. Join us as we explore, engage, and experiment with...2021-03-0226 minInside Outside InnovationInside Outside InnovationEp. 240 - Tamara Ghandour, Author of Innovation is Everybody's Business on Building Your Innovation MusclesOn this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Tamara Ghandour, Author of Innovation is Everybody's Business. Tamara and I talk about innovation, what it means today in today's changing environment, and what individuals and teams can do to build their innovation muscles. Let's get started.Inside Outside Innovation is a podcast to help new innovators navigate what's next. Each week, we'll give you a front row seat into what it takes to learn, grow, and thrive in today's world of accelerating change and uncertainty. Join us as we explore, engage, and experiment with...2021-03-0226 minInside BS Show with The Godfather and Nicki G.Inside BS Show with The Godfather and Nicki G.Innovate and Differentiate to Grow in 2021: Tamara Ghandour | 220This conversation will entertain and inspire you. My guest today is an author and innovation expert and she helps us reinvigorate our own businesses. Today we go ON THE INSIDE with someone who helps take businesses from good to great. Don't miss today's show.About Tamara GhandourWebsite:  https://www.gotolaunchstreet.com/Book:  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1529398150/Podcast:   https://www.gotolaunchstreet.com/inside-launchstreet-podcast/The impact of Tamara’s break-through work on human-centric innovation can be seen in individuals, teams, and organizations across the globe. As the creator of the...2021-01-1436 minIdea to Value - Creativity and Innovation with Nick SkillicornIdea to Value - Creativity and Innovation with Nick SkillicornPodcast S4E76: Tamara Ghandour – unlocking your competitive advantage with innovationIn today's episode fo the Idea to Value podcast, we speak with Tamara Ghandour, founder of Launch Street, author of INNOVATION IS EVERYBODY’S BUSINESS and developer of the IQE assessment. See the full episode at https://wp.me/p6pllj-1tQ  We speak about why some people find it so challenging to innovate, how to overcome these fears and the importance of understanding how your tribe works best together. Topics covered in today's episode: 00:02:30 - Why everyone needs to understand how they can be involved in innovation 00:03:30 - If you try to...2020-09-0320 minWinning TeamsWinning TeamsEpisode # 11: Innovation is Survival with Tamara GhandourThere is no returning to normal after this pandemic. The world will be different once all of this is over. At this moment in time, all of us are just looking to survive and thrive in the future. But how do we do this when the very structures of our lives have been unearthed? We adapt and change. Hunkering down is the worst thing anyone can do. We are already in the midst of a massive shift in how we work and how industries stay alive. Evolving to change with the times is the only way, and...2020-08-0439 minBreakfast Leadership ShowBreakfast Leadership ShowFeatured Interview with Tamara GhandourTamara Ghandour, author, podcaster, keynote speaker and founder of innovation training company, LaunchStreet, used to believe that innovation was the domain of a select few, exclusive to certain industries, or relegated to a specific job role. But, as Tamara discovered in her 25 years of work and research, everybody has the capacity to innovate. It's a person's unique innovation style, (which can be assessed and channeled), that can transform inertia into innovation. Drawing on eye-opening data from her proprietary Innovation Quotient Edge Assessment, Innovation is Everybody's Business is for those looking for solutions to the daily pain of "how...2020-07-1031 minBreakfast Leadership ShowBreakfast Leadership ShowFeatured Interview with Tamara GhandourTamara Ghandour, author, podcaster, keynote speaker and founder of innovation training company, LaunchStreet, used to believe that innovation was the domain of a select few, exclusive to certain industries, or relegated to a specific job role. But, as Tamara discovered in her 25 years of work and research, everybody has the capacity to innovate. It's a person's unique innovation style, (which can be assessed and channeled), that can transform inertia into innovation.Drawing on eye-opening data from her proprietary Innovation Quotient Edge Assessment, Innovation is Everybody's Business is for those looking for solutions to the daily pain of "how...2020-07-1031 minThe Leadership HabitThe Leadership HabitFinding Your Everyday Innovator Style with Tamara Ghandour, Author of Innovation is Everybody's BusinessFinding Your Everyday Innovator Style with Tamara Ghandour In today’s episode of The Leadership Habit Podcast, Jenn DeWall sat down with author, speaker, and founder and president of Launch Street, Tamara Ghandour to discuss being and everyday innovator and her newest book, Innovation is Everybody’s Business. Innovation is Everybody’s Business is for those looking for […] The post Episode 30: Finding Your Everyday Innovator Style with Tamara Ghandour, Author of Innovation is Everybody’s Business appeared first on Crestcom International.2020-05-1850 minThe Remarkable Leadership PodcastThe Remarkable Leadership PodcastInnovation is Everybody's Business with Tamara GhandourAre you innovative or do you leave that to other people? Tamara Ghandour discovered that innovation was something we all can do. Further, it’s not if we innovate, but how we innovate (we are all unique). Tamara created The Innovation Quotient Edge (IQE) (available on her website), which reveals your unique Everyday Innovator style and offers insight into how you bring your best self in everything you do. She is also the author of Innovation is Everybody’s Business: How to Ignite, Scale, & Sustain Innovation for Competitive Edge. Kevin and Tamara discuss different aspects of innovation, including human-centered vs...2020-05-0637 minFast Leader Show | Customer Experience LeadershipFast Leader Show | Customer Experience Leadership274: Tamara Ghandour – People-First InnovationTamara Ghandour was faced with a business challenge that needed the perspective of others. Focused on the outcome, Tamara was unable to generate a lot of ideas from the team members. She instead focused on rewarding the behavior of giving ideas, no matter how ridiculous the ideas were, and was able to come up with more innovative solutions.2020-04-2242 minThe Leadership HabitThe Leadership HabitMinisode: Work Fails with Tamara GhandourLearning from Failure at Work with Tamara Ghandour In this episode of The Leadership Habit Podcast, we’re continuing our work fail series because we know that if we’re working, we’re likely making mistakes, and it’s important not to live there but to learn from failure along the way. Jenn DeWall interviews Tamara Ghandour, the author, […] The post Minisode 7: Work Fails with Founder of Launch Street, Tamara Ghandour appeared first on Crestcom International.2020-04-0516 minThe Leadership HabitThe Leadership HabitEpisode 19: Everyday Innovation with Tamara GhandourMeet Tamara Ghandour, Everyday Innovator In this episode of The Leadership Habit podcast, Jenn DeWall sits down with author, speaker and founder and president of Launch Street, Tamara Ghandour. Tamara shares her insight as an innovation expert on the four traps of certainty that leaders and organizations fall into that jeopardize innovation efforts. I’ve found […] The post Episode 19: Everyday Innovation with Tamara Ghandour appeared first on Crestcom International.2020-02-031h 00Tough Decisions for EntrepreneursTough Decisions for EntrepreneursTD75: Investing Up In Your Business and Looking Out for the J-Curve with Tamara GhandourVisit ToughDecisions.net for complete show notes of each podcast episode. In this episode we welcome Tamara Ghandour, the founder of LaunchStreet, a business that helps people become more innovative. Tamara has been in business for over 25 years and today, she tells us her story in starting LaunchStreet. She also shares about a tough decision she is currently facing in her business, and a handful of tips on what you need to do when facing your own tough decision.2018-08-1419 min