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The Retail Tales: Retail AI PodcastThe Retail Tales: Retail AI Podcast07: Impact of AI on Retail SMBs with Tracie KambiesIn this episode of The Retail Tales, Saurabh is joined by Tracie Kambies, CEO and co-founder at IQRush.ai. Their discussion is focused on exploring impacts and possibilities of AI and Generative AI for retail small and medium businesses (SMBs). Tracie covers the following topics during this episode: Her overall journey and motivation to start IQRush Impacts and value of AI and GenAI for small and medium businesses Her hopes and wishes for AI for retail SMBs Connect with Tracie Kambies on LinkedIn at:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/t...2024-05-2029 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydaySeason 4: Episode 2- Learn and Grow Even when its Uncomfortable.Hi Listeners! I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I enjoyed recording it. This is one of two podcast featuring Libby Pollock, Atlanta based Organization Change Management executive, mom, philantrapist, and just amazin human. This enlightening two-part series is where we dive deep into the life and lessons. Libby is a distinguished figure in the corporate, nonprofit and consulting sectors of Atlanta. In this episode, we explore how Libby’s unique experiences have molded her approach to growth professionally and personally. What You'll Learn: Professional Insights: Gain insights into Libby’s strategies for fostering pers...2024-05-0624 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydaySeason 4 : Episode 1 - Making the Most of Every MomentWelcome! Today on the podcast we are hosting, my friend Kay Brown. Kay shares her inspiring story. In our chat we dive into a journey that intertwines determination, leadership, and the pursuit of balance in the dynamic world of finance. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Kay share her journey as a finance professional. Kay's story is not just about climbing the corporate ladder; it's about the resilience, the choices, and the values that shape a fulfilling career and life. Kay's roots stretch back to Columbia, South Carolina, where her journey in academia began...2024-01-2650 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydaySeason 3: Episode 4- Lighting Up Lives: Giving and GratitudeJoin us in 'Lighting Up Lives: A Hanukah Special' on Exponential Everyday, where we explore the joy of giving. This episode dives into heartfelt community service stories, highlighting initiatives like RIP Medical Debt, WC Kitchen's global outreach, and local efforts with Kamilla's Toy Kloset. We discuss the power of small actions to make big impacts. You can tune in for inspiration to make this Hanukah and Christmas, a time of true giving and gratitude. [RIP Medical Debt] [Link to WC Kitchen] [Kamilla's Holiday Toy Kloset]." And don't forget to join...2023-12-0713 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydaySeason 3 - Episode 3 : Conversation about Ideas to Action with Megan NuferThis conversation with my friend and fellow entrepreneur, Megan Nufer. Megan is the Founder & CEO of Mayven, a multi-dimensional search platform that allows consumers to find and discover brands that match their values. Mayven strives to provide consumers with brand transparency, allowing them to make more informed purchase decisions. We are working hard to build a community-centric platform, so please visit us at https://shopmayven.com and share any feedback! Check out Mayven : https://shopmayven.com/ Thanks for listening! Don't forget to leave a rating or review! ...2023-10-2034 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydaySeason 3 - Special Episode : Standing with IsraelSharing with you some educational resources and podcast: Unpacking Israeli History Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpacking-israeli-history/id1529341876 Recent Episode - Hamas Explained: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpacking-israeli-history/id1529341876?i=1000630946825 Here are the Sources for the Hamas Explained Episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DBe4s5ArwlF7ACLUoztotb9EarUYqK7nd1Z0pCXyMR4/edit?usp=sharing https://jewishunpacked.com/will-normalization-with-the-arab-world-end-the-israeli-palestinian-conflict/ Donate to help: https://secure.afmda.org/site/Donation2?df_id=2340&mfc_pref=T&2340.donation=form1&s_src=OperationSwordofIron&FURL=UR Report for Mental Health Help...2023-10-1105 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydaySeason 3 - Episode 2: Breaking Barriers with Melissa Goldner Making Culture Changes Real and Stories to Inspire your JourneyIn this captivating episode, we sit down with the remarkable Melissa Goldner to explore the profound impact of leadership, culture change, and personal resilience. Melissa shares compelling stories of her mother's inspiring journey, a tale of overcoming personal, systemic gender and race challenges to forge a successful career. This narrative laid the foundation for Melissa's career and ignited her passion for diversity, change management, and leadership. Additionally, Melissa courageously opens up about her personal experiences in college, where she confronted and triumphed over systemic racial abuse. Her journey of facing fear head-on ultimately paved the way for...2023-09-2725 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydaySeason 3 - Episode 1 : Embracing Change and Transforming Moments: Reflections on My BreakWe all live busy lives. Personal and professional priorities have to change based on the season you are in. Taking a break sometimes is the only thing you can do. From launching my son into the world and off to college to adjusting to a family of three, these experiences have taught me valuable lessons in parenting transformation and adapting to change. I hope you enjoy catching up from where we left off. Please stay tuned for the next episodes, where we'll talk to some amazing female leaders, and then go into the progress...2023-09-2012 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydaySeason 3 - TrailerHi, there, Exponential Everyday listeners! I'm thrilled to be back with you for Season 3 of our podcast. I know it's been a bit of a hiatus, so let me tell you what's been happening in my world and what you can expect from this exciting new season.2023-09-1703 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydayS2.E4: Workplace Belonging: The Key to Employee Retention, Happiness, and Productivity, Jess Podgajny, Co-Founder of LLUNA, Shares Her InsightsIn this episode of Exponential Everyday, I talk to Jess Podgajny, Co-Founder of LLUNA. LLUNA is a company that helps organizations create a sense of belonging and trust among their employees. Jess and I discuss the importance of workplace belonging and how it can impact employee retention, happiness, and productivity. We also discuss the challenges of being a female founder in the startup world and how Jess has found her path through purpose and thriving in the business world. If you're a startup founder or female leader, this episode is for you! Jess shares her...2023-04-1735 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydayS2.E3 : The Power of Technology to Improve Healthcare, an interview with Erin Keyes CEO of TelegenixxHow Telegenixx is Using Technology to Improve Access to Regenerative Health Care Erin Keyes, the founder and CEO of Telegenixx, knows firsthand the challenges of accessing quality healthcare. After living through the pandemic and serving patients through the urgent care systems that propped up our struggling healthcare system, she gained a new perspective on what systems and solutions can do to help or hold back care for every patient. In this episode, Erin talks about how Telegenixx uses technology to make regenerative health care more accessible, affordable, and effective for everyone. She shares her personal...2023-03-2231 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydayS2.E2 : Drop the Judgment and Conquer Your Goals!Every day brings its own set of challenges and opportunities. We can make each day easier with the proper habits and mindset. However, sometimes creating a habit can impede our goal, or we get tired or emotionally bored with the routine. Strengthening Your Self-Image to Free Yourself from Implicit Judgements! Boost your Mindfulness and Productivity and Go Conquer! This is your journey; you set the destination and pace at which you travel.  Be kind to yourself and celebrate the small wins. Cheers to you and your achievements in 2023! Thanks for listening!2023-02-2810 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydayS2.E1. Game Changing Business Moves with Patricia Beitler, Founder of Velocitas! How resetting and rebuilding your business is a catalyst for growth!Game-Changing Business Moves! I sat down with my friend and Chief core group member Patricia Beitler in this session. Patricia is the founder and CEO of Velocitas.  Velocitas is a full-service, multicultural interactive marketing, and public relations agency that offers a 360-degree approach to your marketing needs. Veolcitas was identified as the Most Innovative Digital Communications Agency – in the USA by Corporate Vision magazine.  Patricia is a seasoned marketing executive and entrepreneur who launched Velocitas in 2002. When deciding on a name, she wanted something that represented her business style: fast-paced, efficient, and always two steps ahead...2023-01-2024 minExponential EverydayExponential EverydayHappy Holidays and Wishing you a peaceful and productive new year!Wanted to say thank you for listening and I hope you will listen and that we can continue to chat more in the new year!2022-12-2502 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday20. Is AI transforming our lives? How is AI making a positive impact in this creator economy? What are the benefits and risks?AI tries to solve problems by learning and retrying. Every time it tries to do something, it reads back what it last checked and tries weighing up options before assigning a letter which says if the number is even or not. The creator economy is a term used to refer to the growing trend of individuals and businesses creating and selling digital products and services online. This can include things like online courses, digital art and design, ebooks, and other types of content that can be created and sold digitally. The combination of AI and this creator economy is to...2022-12-2412 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday19. Monday Moments #10: 20 years post "Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game" - How are we leveraging what we learned?This January 2023 will be the 20th anniversary of Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game. This is a nonfiction book by Michael Lewis published in 2003 by W. W. Norton. Lewis holds a master’s degree in economics and made his writing debut with the acclaimed Liar’s Poker (1989), based on his experience working for the investment bank Salomon Brothers. This background prepared him for Moneyball, a book about how statistics is applied to baseball in a method known as sabermetrics. A movie adaptation was released in 2011 starring Brad Pitt. And most recently, Michael Lewis was interviewed by F...2022-11-2907 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday18. Careers are not Solo Endeavors! Getting a millenial's point of view on how vital it is to leverage relationships in your career. A conversation with my friend Rachel Ing.A career of any shape, size, or style is  NOT a solo endeavor. Today, I am talking to Rachel Ing. She is a Deloitte alumnus just like me, and we got to work together for several years at Deloitte. But more than that, we have been close for many years outside of Deloitte. The conversation around how important relationships, mentorships, and sponsorships are through our journey has brought us together today.  The roles of people in and around your life are your network of relationships that you lean on throughout your life, inside and outside your career pa...2022-11-1828 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday17. Monday Moment # 10 - Where Your Time Goes! A look at it by age across 6 areas of our life.I recently stumbled upon an Instagram group of slides that were taken from the Twitter feed of Sahail Bloom (@sohailbloom) where he put together some slides on a recent study of where we spend our time and how much time by age. It is eye-opening to consider these time allocations by the buckets of the following: 1. Time spent with Parents and Siblings 2. Time spent with Friends 3. Time spent with Children 4. Time spent with your partner 5. Time spent with co-workers 6. Time spent alone ...2022-11-1504 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday16. Monday Moment # 9 - 3 Things that Keep My Health Goals on TrackI love gadgets, life hacks, and apps that provide me with data about myself or help me track my goals, workouts, or task. I have a lot of them. Besides my apple watch and phone, I have a Garmin for my bike, a Garmin watch, an Oura ring, and a wahoo bike trainer. Then there are the apps I use on top of these wonderful little gadgets. Of all the apps and gadgets I use for tracking health-related activities and goals. There are 3 that stand out among all others. First, the oura ring this little...2022-11-0908 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday15. 4 Things That I Learned About Managing My Health Through The Ups and Downs of Career and LifeThis episode took me a while to produce because there is so much information to share about what I have learned while pursuing a healthy physical and mental life! I tried to boil it down to four primary areas of lessons and things to consider. Being able to show up for work, family, and any pursuit you decide to take on requires you to be aware of what you want to achieve and how to take care of yourself. My goal is to feel strong and healthy and stay in tune with how stress affects my life...2022-11-0730 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday14. Monday Moment #8 - Self Care Tip #1 - Get Your Sleep!Are you a sleep procrastinator? Are you choosing to stay up too late and put off bedtime and getting caught in a self-induced trap of pushing off sleep in order to "feel" in control of your time? With all the approach stress of the holiday season. Maybe consider grabbing more sleep, making it a priority, or practicing some sleep preparation. The Wall Street Journal had an article this past week that got my attention after speaking to our last guest Dr. Tara Pasha. In a recent study by the University of Arkansas and published in the Journal...2022-10-3106 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday13. Monday Moment #7 - Happy DiwaliWishing all those celebrating Diwali a happy festival! Diwali or Deepavali is a Hindu festival of lights celebrated every year in autumn in the northern hemisphere (spring in southern hemisphere). One of the most popular festivals of Hinduism, it spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. Its celebration includes millions of lights shining on housetops, and outside doors. Thanks for listening!2022-10-2502 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday12. Your Mental Wellness Needs to Take a Front Seat in Your Career and How to Make that Happen!Mental Wellness is a topic that can never be discussed enough!  As a veteran corporate ladder climber, new co-founder of a tech startup, mom, and wife, the one thing I have learned is that I am never the best version of myself when I neglect my mental wellness. In the darkest moments of my life and career, I look back and see where I struggled or ignored the things I needed to do to care for my mental health. So today we talk to my dear friend, Dr. Tara Pasha!  A cum laude graduate in Ps...2022-10-2537 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday11. Monday Moment #6 - Do you have an immunity to change?"Resistance to change does not reflect opposition, nor is it merely a result of inertia...what looks like resistance but is in fact a kind of personal immunity to change." as stated by a Havard Business Review article by Robert Kagan and Lisa LaHey.  In a recent group coaching session I was in we took on this topic of making change happen/aka doing something different in our work and lives. In this peer-led session my dear coaching team member, Sarah Mclean brought to us a framework based on the 2001 HBR article by Robert Kegan and Lisa L...2022-10-1705 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday10. Is your business Product, Customer, or Customer Life Centric?In startups, small and medium-sized businesses, the BEST and most successful are always focused first and foremost on solving a customer need and staying connected with their customers or client. Consumers are no longer ok with being seen or thought of as one or two-dimensional. The pandemic proved that several factors impact life. Hence, as we think about a business becoming consumer-centric - we need to consider how our products and services offer the consumers where they are in their life. A recent Accenture study Called The Human Paradox surveyed consumers, and a few exciting insights popped...2022-10-1516 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday9. Monday Moments #5 : College Days - 5 Steps for Making Choices and Choosing the PathCollege Days! It is application season for current High School Seniors, and man, what a process!  The rising cost of college tuition and the ever-big question of the value of university education based on the school's pedigree adds pressure to students' decision-making process. According to data from ProPublica, the average cost of in-state tuition and fees for public college increased by 80% from 2000 to 2014, and additional analysis shows that for private four-year schools that average tuition and fees in looking back from 2021 to 2011, there was a 19% increase. There is a lot of pressure on high school and early c...2022-10-1008 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday8. Hindsight and Foresight on Startup Launch, Fundraising and More with former Tech Startup CEO, Todd ParisThis week we explore lessons & insights from the frontline of the tech startup space. Todd Paris brings insights from his experience as a co-founder, CEO, and advisor to several startups. He shares his experience from working with startup accelerator programs, lessons learned in launching, and recommendations on how to think about funding, scaling, staying customer-centric, and what about an organization structure that matters most. Some key insights: Your tech must solve an unmet need of your customer, do your research and stay focused on meeting the market - don't get caught up in tech for tech's sake. Not all money...2022-10-0724 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday7. Monday Moments #4 - Hurricane Ian Support and Voice vs. Text what's your preference?Two topics today: 1) Hurricane Ian, and  2) Voice Messages over Text Messages what is your preference! Hurricane Ian: Help support the relief effort for victims of Hurricane Ian. It was a prolific hurricane and left a huge path of destruction. Below are two links of organizations that are helping that you can support. https://www.redcross.org/about-us/our-work/disaster-relief.html https://www.wck.org If you cannot help with a financial donation then consider donating blood: https://www.redcross.org/give-blood.html V...2022-10-0406 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday6. Exceptionally Ordinary: Envisioning and Achieving GoalsWe are exceptional ordinary beings!  In this vast universe and earth of countless of organisms. We are in this experience of living and growing on a planet where we are constantly changing, and everything we do has an effect on ourselves, our people, and our world. How can we be two things at once, exceptional and ordinary? Are we digging into our more interpersonal side to find and extract insights from our exceptional and ordinary selves to fuel actions and take steps to achieve our goals? Your experiences, training, education, ambition, d...2022-09-3019 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday5. Monday Moments #3 - What Nature Does For Our Stress LevelsWelcome to Exponential Everyday - Monday Moments (delivered to you this week on Friday) This week was a little different as my kids were on their fall break this week. So I am a little delayed in releasing the Monday Moment… My daily moments outside this week left me feeling renewed. I recently picked up an article in my news reading … A new study published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry offers evidence that a simple walk through nature can lower activity in stress-related brain regions. The experiment revealed that participants who walk...2022-09-3003 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday4. Startup from the Ground Up : A Conversation with Founder & CEO Meghan Herman of Harper SageIf you have an idea and want to launch your own business, this is the episode for you!  Today, I am talking with Meghan Herman, Founder & CEO of Harper Sage! Meghan is a true badass! She has built this fashion brand from the ground up in less than three years and during a pandemic. Made with a women-centered business model, ethical manufacturing, and a brand message that says, "all women have duality, we are more than just one thing, and labels do not define us." Meghan's story will inspire and challenge you to start now with your i...2022-09-2132 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday3. Monday Moment #2 - The Female ExponentialWe are celebrating The Female Exponential this Monday morning! From the celebration of life for Queen Elizabeth II to the WNBA's championship, these moments this weekend are worth a reflection and taking inspiration from. Enjoy!2022-09-1904 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday2. Monday Moments #1 : Reminder don't stop learning and fighting for equity and diversityI took a few moments to reflect and share something that struck me over the weekend! We will do this weekly! Check out the Gartner 2021 Leadership Progression and Diversity Survey. Did you know that "women comprise 56% of front-line employees but only 29% of the C-Suite", and those numbers are even worse for Black and Indigenous people? Listen to The Goal Digger podcast Episode 599 by @jennakutcher, where you can find some fantastic insights by Trudi LeBron, Founder, and Creator of ScriptFlip, The Institute of Equity Centered Coaching. 2022-09-1304 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday0. Introducing Exponential Everyday with Tracie KambiesWelcome to the Exponential Everyday podcast with Tracie Kambies. I am not a viral Instagram hit or anything special, but I am a founder and entrepreneur who spent 20+ years in the corporate world, changing large enterprises with data, analytics, and digital technologies. I climbed the corporate ladder and found that I wanted more from my career and to give back. I leaped to exponentially change my life and set out to start and build a business with heart and meaning to help change the trajectory of others. My heart is helping find the exponential factor in business and life...2022-09-0601 minExponential EverydayExponential Everyday1. 3 Things I Wish I Known Earlier in My CareerHindsight is 20/20, right? Coming straight out of college to launch your career is an exciting time. Gen X versus Gen Y have two very different experiences, and throw a pandemic in there and BAM! Interesting and unprecedented happenings in the job market! Since the pandemic start in 2020 and great resignation of 2021, employers have faced challenges in attracting and retaining talent. I speak from experience I was one of those resignees! So, to kick off the podcast I thought I would take a look and share some insights that has helped me navigate every step in my career, and to...2022-09-0617 min