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The Dream Architect Life: Where Money and Mindset MeetBuilding a Future Beyond Just Financial Planning with Warren Barry (Ep. 83)What does it mean to dream big and embrace life’s opportunities? In this episode, Bryan Sweet hosts a fascinating discussion with Warren Barry, a captivating speaker and storyteller from Canada. Warren’s journey from chef to keynote speaker showcases how embracing change and pursuing dreams can lead to fulfilling opportunities. Warren discusses: His diverse career path … Read More Read More
2025-06-1144 min
Better the Pond---PondCast#105 Pondcast with Justin GeorgeKnow that you are everything that you need to be, but not all that you can be.
I had a great conversation with Justin George from Kadus Group in Ottawa Ontario Canada. This conversation unwrapped a story around how playing the long game, which he learned from his father, and the emotional, and all in authenticity from his mother has really shaped who Justin is, and how he incorporates that into the business, which makes it truly impactful, and in turn creates ripples and betters the pond. Please eavesdrop on our conversation, it was awesome.
2025-01-291h 14Better the Pond---PondCast#101 Pondcast with Lucas GriffinWelcome to another episode of the Better the Pond Pondcast, where we highlight incredible people and organizations that are making a real difference in their communities and industries. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Lucas Griffin, founder and president of Secure-Rite Mobile Storage in Kelowna, British Columbia. Lucas and his team have built a business that goes beyond storage solutions—they’ve created something meaningful by focusing on community, excellence, and agility, all while embodying the rugged determination they like to call 'cowboy grit.'
In this conversation, we explore how Lucas and Secure-Rite bring people and portable...
2024-11-061h 00Better the Pond---PondCast#100 Special Edition Pondcast with Ketan Kulkarni#100 A Special Edition Pondcast
In our milestone 100th episode, we're diving deep into the themes of purpose, impact, and meaning with the incredible Ketan, author of the transformative new book, "Soar." 🌟
Join Warren and Ketan as they explore the importance of authenticity and alignment in life's journey. They also discuss the nuances of spirituality, the creative process behind Ketan’s book, and the significance of decision-making and personal growth. But that’s not all—this conversation also touches on sustainability, the need for innovative solutions in the face of global challenges, and how surre...
2024-11-011h 17
Happy Hour Harmonica PodcastWilliam Clarke retrospective, part 2, with Paul BarryPaul Barry joins me again on episode 105, for another look at the life and career of the great William Clarke.Paul has now released his biography: Blowin’ Like Hell: The William Clarke Story, writing it from insights he gained from Bill’s wife Jeanette, and Bill's children, and the musicians who played with him, as well as many others.Bill dedicated his life from the age of sixteen to become the bluesman he dreamed he could be, and he worked extremely hard at it. He honed his craft from woodshedding at home, attending the blues club...
2024-02-2959 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#83 Pondcast with Arthur KwanArthur is the CEO of The Newly Institute in Calgary Alberta Canada. The Newly Institute is a treatment facility that deals with trauma, addiction, and mental health. With over a 80% success rate, The Newly Institute is top of its class.
Arthur started his career in the financial industry and found his way into Newly. Arthur and his team are creating some incredible ripples by helping like police officers, paramedics, and other first responders. They help the people who help us. In turn, they reverse the effects of trauma, and can be there for their family a...
2024-01-0759 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#82 Pondcast with Stan Pauls
Stan Pauls. Undeniably Different are two words that describe Decor Cabinets, but also describe Stan Pauls. Stan is the CEO of Decor Cabinets, is an odd duck, and clearly stands out in the crowd. Stan is incredibly humble, and is a true leader. Stan went to the University of Life, and learned through the school of hard knocks, and I would say that he graduated with great distinction. Stan’s contribution and how he betters the pond knows no bounds. He has created ripples in his community, and all over the world. Stan is a true inspiration, and...
2023-12-0657 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#81 Pondcast with Patrick LoPatrick Lo is the CEO of CaNaan Shipping and is based out of Richmond British Columbia, Canada. Patrick immigrated from Hong Kong at a very young age, as his parents came to Canada as they saw it as the land of promise. Patrick went to medical school and got his physiology degree and was set out to help find a cure for cancer. When his father took ill, he immediately stepped up to run Canaan. Although he had no idea what a P & L was, nor how to read a balance sheet, he set out to get his MBA...
2023-11-2238 min
Long Term Investing - With Baskin Wealth ManagementWarren Buffett - The InvestorYou don't want to miss this episode! Barry and Ernest start the show with a discussion about the current market rally and its implications. Then the feature discussion on the GOAT, Warren Buffett. We discuss Buffett's major bet on Apple, some of his mistakes, why you should trust his judgment, why he pared his financials to buy energy, why Buffett won't pay up for a fantastic business and we speculate about his new "mystery" stock.
2023-11-2041 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#80 Pondcast with Chris McCarronChris is a podcaster, coach, speaker, mentor, and author. She is the Queen Bee of Beehive Working Community in Tyngsborough Massachusetts, a home improvement contractor, and real estate guru. Plus, she is not afraid of getting in there and getting her hands dirty. When Chris turned 50, it was a very dark time, and one visit to her 100 year old aunt completely shifted her mindset. Now she gets to help women in their second half of life find passion and success. Chris finds the good in people, is an amazing contributor in the community, and betters the pond by just...
2023-11-0845 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#79 Pondcast with Ethan BullEthan is the co-founder of ProAssisting, together with his wife and business partner Stephanie Bull, Proassisting is a company that connects and provides executive assisting to high level business leaders.
Ethan isn’t only about providing a service to business professionals; he takes it to the next level
of hospitality. Learning at a young age about hospitality, work ethic, fun and responsibility and being held accountable in the restaurant business, he weaves these principles with the executive assistants to every client that they work with.
Ethan provides a true north and helps executive assistant...
2023-10-2759 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#78 Pondcast with Mike SazynskiMike is the Vice President of Colliers Project Leaders. Hailing all the way from Regina Saskatchewan, Mike is all about rousing enthusiasm, constantly learning, and unlocking the potential in others.
Mike and Colliers get to better the pond by creating and building infrastructure for communities. Not only that, he does the same for people too!
Thank you Mike Sazynski for everything that you do to Better the Pond.
2023-10-1154 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#77 Pondcast with Memhet AkcagliyanI met Mehmet at a TEC Canada Emerging Leaders session where I was speaking, and knew that there was something special about him.
Born in Iskenerin, Turkey, moved to Brooklyn NY at the age of 7, with no english, totally new culture, and a world of unknowns, Mehmet found a way. His family moved to Canada, and that is where he resides. He leads by example, is always the first to be kind, and left me with the line, you only lose when you give up. Mehmet gets to better the pond everyday, but leaving people better than he f...
2023-09-2751 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#76 Pondcast with Builder NuggetsDave Young and Duane Johns representing both sides of the border today. Dave and Duane are coaches, consultants, and genius’s in the home building sector. Both running franchises with Alair homes, and are co-hosts of the Builder Nuggets Podcast. I was in the company of greatness. Dave and Duane are all about people first, and home building second. That are all about elevating their people, providing purpose, and then delegating to those people who do it best. It’s not about joining a company to get something, it’s about joining a company to give something.
Listen to...
2023-09-121h 13Better the Pond---PondCast#75 Pondcast with Julia Waller Part IIFor a Pondcast first, my guest got to interview me, the host. Julia is the genius behind the Unique Ability Process at The Strategic Coach. Julia walked me through my Strengthsfinder and PRINT results, and then added in my Kolbe results. I have to admit that I had more than one ah-ha moment during the Pondcast. Julia is amazing at her natural talent to bring out the talents and gifts in people, and then position them into day to day life. Having these tools in your toolbox are so imperative to understand yourself, and your team. Thank you Julia...
2023-08-0939 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#74 Pondcast with Julia Waller Part IJulia is the genius behind the Unique Ability process for Strategic Coach. From her humble beginnings in Hanover, Not. Canada, Julia moved to Toronto, and then left the next to travel to Hong Kong, Mexico, Guatemala and other worldly destinations. She came back to Toronto and has been impacting lives at the Strategic Coach since. Words of wisdom from Julia on this Podcast were trust your energy, give yourself permission, and love and just be yourself. Thank you Julia creating so many ripples out there to better the pond.
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2023-07-2649 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#73 Pondcast with Ketan KulkarniBorn in Poona India. Ketan grew up in a time of simple living and higher thinking. His family then migrated to Canada, and became a physician, author, researcher, multiple international award winner, and is all about meaning, contribution, and impact.
His book, The Legendary Quest really gets you to think and reflect about what really matters, and takes you back to your authentic self.
Ketan believes that if we start teaching these simple principles in school, we would all live in a much healthier pond. Thank you Ketan for everything you do to better the po...
2023-07-1257 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#69 Pondcast with Sue RiceAll the way from across the pond in Paris France, Sue is the author of Tiny Thunder, Irresistible messaging for an overwhelmed world, known as the female David Ogilvy, and the master of what we deemed as word spaghetti.
Sue in 3rd grade did a spice board as a school project, from that moment, she just knew that she would travel the world to where those spices came from. She has followed her intuition since, and it has lead her down some incredible paths, and so many lessons along the way. In a time where people are so distracted...
2023-07-051h 05Better the Pond---PondCast#72 Pondcast with Mike NunnCEO of TLC Solutions in Vancouver Canada. Technolojoy. Ever heard of it, either did I until talking to Mike. Mike and his team have discovered a way to bring joy into technology, thus technolojoy.
Mike is a life long learner, getting results, and creating impact. Mike is all about creating consistency, aligning, and communicating what true north is. Whether it is in business, family, or relationships, he helps people find their north star. Mike’s statement to the world? Only compare yourself to yesterday’s version of yourself. Knowing that you are the person that you are truly ac...
2023-06-2854 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#71 Pondcast with Shannon WallerAuthor, coach, speaker, program designer, fellow podcaster, and all around great human being. Shannon is the Director and Teamwork Coach at The Strategic Coach, a coaching program specifically designed for highly successful entrepreneurs. In the program, you discover your Unique Ability, here is Shannons: Intuitively perceiving the essence of a situation, then innovating and compassionately communicating practical strategies to align people’s thinking to what’s real so that they’re happy with themselves, maximizing their growth, working as a team, and fulfilling their purpose. Yup, that’s Shannon alright. Shannon is light hearted, and serious minded. Shannon helps entreprene...
2023-06-1456 min
Experience Leadership - The Small Business PodcastSay Goodbye To Cultural Dissonance: Here’s How To Unlock Your Talents And Excel! with Warren BarryUncovering the Secret to Solving Your Talent Problem!
with Warren Barry
Wherever there are people, there are people problems.
Not having the right people in the right positions, and working within their zone of genius is killing your business.
🛎 In this episode
The Purveyor of the Pond, Culture Expert Warren Barry will spotlight the silent killer of your business - Cultural Dissonance. We will be discussing what it is, how to spot it and what to do about it.
ABOUT WARREN
After being an entrepreneur, and working in medicine for 30 years, he made a co...
2023-06-0948 min
The Impulsive ThinkerHarnessing Mental Energy | Warren BarryWarren Barry from Instinctive Solutions joins André, The Impulsive Thinker, to discuss the importance of mental energy; how to manage it and why to manage it. As Warren said, "Emotion is energy in motion." We also have a brief discussion on intelligence and being smart. André relates his experience and why mental energy management and conservation have been an important part of his daily systems and strategies. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you! Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com an...
2023-06-0529 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#70 Podcast with Todd MillarThis pondcast, I was fortunate to have the President & CEO of TEC Canada, Todd Millar as my guest. Todd is also an author, speaker, and executive coach. Todd has climbed to the base camp of Mount Everest, and has also climbed and conquered the challenges that he had as President of Hockey Calgary. Todd's mantra if the whole world was listening to him..... BE KIND. Todd is all about leadership, family, community, and as I said, kindness. I have nothing but the upmost respect for Todd Millar, TEC Canada, and the TEC Canada community, and it was an absolut...
2023-06-011h 03Better the Pond---PondCast#69 Pondcast with Sue RiceAll the way from across the pond in Paris France, Sue is the author of Tiny Thunder, Irresistible messaging for an overwhelmed world, known as the female David Ogilvy, and the master of what we deemed as word spaghetti.
Sue in 3rd grade did a spice board as a school project, from that moment, she just knew that she would travel the world to where those spices came from. She has followed her intuition since, and it has lead her down some incredible paths, and so many lessons along the way. In a time where people are so...
2023-05-241h 10Better the Pond---PondCast#68 Pondcast with Alex MakarskiSelf proclaimed data nerd, marketing genius, and all around great guy. Alex is the founder of Click Makers, and MeasureBit.
Alex was born in the Ukraine. Went to university in Moscow, and had various jobs before moving to Canada. His mother and father were both teachers, and as you will discover, Alex has become a life long learner.
Alex measures his companies success by how many clients he can kick out of the nest so that they can fly on their own. He believes that most of the world’s problems can be solved if we just...
2023-05-1057 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#67 Pondcast with Eric Pringle CEO of Milestone environmental. Eric is my hero. He not only physically betters the pond by keeping them healthy through his environmental work, he also betters the pond by serving people, community, and making the world a better place. Eric is natural leader who has learned to listen, communicate, and to be able to lead from behind. From his early days of working on a golf course, to his present day role as CEO, Eric consistently goes the extra mile by helping others, and creates ripples so high that others get to ride on the wake around him. Thank you...
2023-04-2652 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#66 Pondcast with Kathleen AdamsBeginning her journey in the USA, but born in Nuremburg Germany, Kathleen is the genius behind Second 50 Financial. Her father, a very successful dentist had Kathleen growing up wanting for nothing. Then, a health issue with her father changed everything, and she realized that there was a need for people needing help in the second half of their lives. Kathleen was on a journey to go into dentistry herself, but discovered that was not her destiny, and found herself in financial services. She helps to become financially confident, finding opportunities for expansion, and creates a community to discover what gets...
2023-04-1258 min
The Barry and Joe ShowQueen Mary reopens for tours, fire season will take its toll in California, Earl Warren Showgrounds looks for new ideasQueen Mary reopens for tours after three year hiatus due to COVID pandemic. Jake Reiner reports from Long Beach, where the beloved Queen Mary finally reopened its doors to the public on Saturday after a three year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Wet year or dry, fire season will take its toll in California. Cal Fire says there could be a boomerang effect from the wet weather when green, grassy hills finally turn dry this summer. In Santa Barbara, with a new mission statement the Earl Warren Showgrounds looks for new ideas and events in the future.
2023-04-0431 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#65 Pondcastvwith Martin SochaFrom his very early beginnings in Warsaw, Poland. Martin’s parents risked everything and came across the border in 1972, and crossed the pond to establish a new life in Calgary, Alberta Canada.
Martin learned about hardship, struggle, hard work, but in turn developed a very large heart to support everyone around him.
Most of Martin’s professional career has been around the oil and gas industry, which is typically about money, grit, and time. Martin see’s it differently. For him it is about how we care, we empower people, and improve lives. Oh, and we also do o...
2023-03-2955 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#63 Pondcast with Steve SimsSteve’s father’s words: No one ever drown by falling in the water, they did by staying there.
There are a few people that you come across in your life that leave an impact. Steve Sims is one of those people. His books Bluefishing and Go for Stupid have not only impacted my life, but have of many other people around me, and I am sure, a very long list of others. You have to read Steve's books.
Steve is an odd duck that grew up in England, and decided that being a bricklayer was no...
2023-03-151h 02Better the Pond---PondCast#62 Pondcast with Joey ColemanFrom his humble beginnings in Fort Dodge, Iowa, Joey has always been the one to create a challenge, see what’s possible, invite others in, even if involved trying to fly. Well, truth be told, getting his brother to fly.
Joey is an author, award winning speaker, and the Maestro of Design Symphony.
Joey is dedicated to helping businesses to never lose a customer, and his next journey is about companies never losing an employee.
Joey teaches others, and gets to better the pond by understanding that if you help people by what the...
2023-03-011h 09Better the Pond---PondCast#61 Pondcast with Don CooperDon’s immediate answer to every problem is, Is there a better way?
Don is always challenging the status quo. Whether it is in Innovator Industrial Services, or in Amplifier X. Don has always been an odd duck, and thankfully he has, because he gets to reduce workplace injuries by creating safe workspaces for his employee’s. He does this through his company culture for mental health, and through physical health by using safe equipment and tools.
Don’s wise words are find what you love doing, then do it 10X more. Thank you Don for maki...
2023-02-151h 06Better the Pond---PondCast#60 Pondcast with Monica GravenhofResiding in Zeeland, Michigan, Monica is the Executive of Operational Excellence for the Performance Strategy Group. Monica had always been very relationship driven. Her secret sauce is always about how many people that she can help. Monica was a bank teller at the age of 15. 15, seriously, 15 years old handling all that cash. Then the downturn of the economy changed all that, and her new career found her, and now she gets to help others learn and grow. Monica see's setbacks as opportunities, hindsight is 20/20, and through all that, gets to better the pond. Thank you Monica.
2023-01-1156 minBetter the Pond---PondCast# 59 Pondcast with She Built This CityMarion Pulse and Latoya Faustin of She Built This City. The two women are absolute powerhouses, and are not just creating ripples, but are making waves. Both were raised by single moms, learned struggle and resilience, stayed determined and focused, and thankfully were brought together to create She Built This City.
Latoya’s mom had the saying, what’s taught or what’s caught. Latoya was taught a lot, but what she caught was the passion and commitment to help others and lead with love. Marion learned resilience, but what she caught was that no matter what happens...
2022-12-211h 07Better the Pond---PondCast#57 Pondcast with Paul MartinPaul Martin, better known as the rear admiral of The Royal Saskatchewan Navy has been a prominent member of the communications and business sector in Saskatchewan, and anyone here can agree that he last left a lasting impression. The impact that Paul has made in Saskatchewan communiites is endless. Paul is always challenging the status quo, breaking old patterns, and leaving them better than he found them. Paul believes that everyone has a right to express themselves, and to create a world that is fair. Thank you Paul, for everything that you do to Better the Pond.
2022-11-2454 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#56 Pondcast with Andrew KapAndrew Kap. Born and raised in New York City, and still to this day, a proud New Yorker. Andrew always considered himself as normal, or average. But the time came when he had a paradigm shift and everything changed. Andrew now lives his life from a place of gratitude and puts the law of attraction into his everyday life, and gets to see his life manifest in front of his eyes. Never alone, Andrew is always on a team, and through that gets to create ripples and better the pond. Thank you Andrew for not being average.
2022-11-021h 06The Dream Architect Life: Where Money and Mindset MeetBringing Value to Each Aspect of Your Life With Warren Barry (Ep.17)It is possible to bring value to not only those around you, but everything you commit your time to. In this episode, Brittany Anderson talks with Warren Barry, a speaker for TEC Canada and Vistage International to share some personal stories and advice for bringing value to each aspect of your life. Warren discusses: How … Read More Read More
2022-08-3149 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#55 Pondcast with Brian SweetFrom the small town of Fairmont, Minnesota, population 10,000, Bryan is not only creating ripples, he is making waves. Learning from his mother, aunt, and uncle growing up about hard work, education and business; then learning the hard way about taking care of those you love from his father, Bryan is leading the way to help people to be an architect of their dreams. As an author of the dream architect, and being recognized by Forbes as one of the top 8 authors who can positively change your future is how Bryan gets to better the pond. Thank you Bryan.
2022-08-3151 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#54 Pondcast with Trevor MuirThere was a very dark moment on a cold bathroom floor and could have ended Trevor's life, instead it launched him into a whole new one. Three words that Trevor lives by are authenticity, bravery, and vulnerability. Thinking that he never fit in anywhere, a friend once told him that he could stop suffering from terminal uniqueness. From his life's experiences, and his emotional drive, Trevor gets to better the pond through his We Care culture at Surepoint, and his someday to today campaign. This guy is worth paying attention to. Thank you for everything you do Trevor!
2022-07-271h 16Better the Pond---PondCast#53 Pondcast with Kevin ThompsonThe shy 4th Grader from Derrington, Washington turns relationship and connector guru for entrepreneurs. Kevin's passion and curiosity for helping and connecting entrepreneurs is contagious. Kevin learned from a very young age that hard work, dedication, and saving helps build confidence and self esteem. By being the best friend he never had growing up has allowed Kevin to Better the Pond and create some serious ripples. Thank you Kevin.
2022-07-1355 minHappy Hour Harmonica PodcastWilliam Clarke retrospective, with Paul BarryPaul Barry joins me on episode 64. Paul is our resident expert on William Clarke, and is currently writing a biography about him.Bill (as he was known to his friends) was born in a suburb of Los Angeles, and starting going to the blues clubs in the south of the city, age 17. Bill met his great inspiration, George ‘Harmonica’ Smith, in 1977, with George showing Bill how to play that big old chromatic harmonica . Bill released his first album in 1978, with other albums following where he always featured original material. He then signed for Alligator records in 19...
2022-06-2300 min
Better the Pond---PondCast#52 Pondcast with Brittany AndersonBrittany is known as the culture Queen of Sweet Financial Partners. Ever since she was a little girl, Britany was always looking out for others, and looking for opportunities fro growth. She has used fear as a driving force and always turned fear into possibility, unless it came to spiders. Brittany is an author, speaker, and advisor, and a champion for all things good. She gets to Better the Pond through the Women Forward Program to help women build a better financial future. Thank you for everything that you do to #betterthepond!
2022-06-0950 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#51 Pondcast with Sophie BlaisSophie is creating some serious ripples in the pundit Wealth Co. Growing up in small town Saskatchewan, Sophie was always curious about what makes tick, how they were different, and how to embrace those differences.
Now an HR guru, Sophie is doing the same thing at Wealth Co. by meeting people where they are and helping them grow and develop... their way. She leads the team at Wealth Co. by trusting her gut, seeing obstacles as opportunities, and knowing that it is not about her, but about others. Thank you for being YOU, and what you do to...
2022-05-2557 min
Business That Matters Spotlight27 - Meaingful Marketing with Hypenotic's Barry MartinYour host, Warren Coughlin, talks with Barry Martin of Hypenotic. Hypenotic is a founding Canadian B Corp made up of strategic, creative, and technical problem-solvers based in Toronto. Since ’98, they've used modern marketing strategy, communications design, and web application development to help purpose-driven enterprises, Organizations, and Individuals like you clarify, amplify, and accelerate their impact.To learn more about Barry's work, visit https://hypenotic.com/If you'd like to be a guest on Business That Matters Spotlight, click HERE
2022-05-1355 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#50 Pondcast with Kathleen SmileyI'm kinda scrappy!! Kathleen is a natural storyteller, a gift handed down from her father. Kathleen was born in Lethbridge, Alberta, and moved around the prairie provinces and was always inspired by her mother who was the family cheerleader. As you will discover, Kathleen is empathetic, dramatic, expressive, and unapologetically authentic. Kathleen's talent is in understanding people, making connections, and creating an inclusive community.
Kathleen and local laundry Better The Pond through their giving garments campaigning plan to donate more than $1,000,000 to charity. That's worth talking about!!
2022-05-111h 00Better the Pond---PondCast#49 Pondcast with Justin BreenThere are not a lot of people that I know who would jump out of a plane without a parachute, but James is one of them. The son of a World War II war hero, James lives his life with no excuses, and is clearly a Dad first, business second kind of guy. To the point that he only wants to talk to 0.1% of the population, so that the other 99% of the people don't take time away from his family. Justin connects people in a way that is exceptional, powerful, meaningful, and gets results. Operating from a give to give...
2022-05-0457 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#48 Pondcast with Amreesh KhannaA son of immigrant parents, Amreesh learn all about community, mentoring, helping others, and making an impact. People would come see his father for guidance, inspiration, and education. Years later, Amreesh doing the same for others in the dental industry. It doesn't stop there. Amreesh has helped create the shine dental clinic in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada for inner city families. His present endeavour is the Cause to Smile campaign to support such worthwhile causes as the women's outreach centre in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This is only the beginning. This Pondcast will definitely make you smile!!
2022-04-0653 minThe Impulsive ThinkerWhy ADHD Entrepreneurs Should Break the Rules | Warren BarryAndré and Warren Barry continue a conversation about ADHD Entrepreneurs being non-conformists and rule-breakers and they are perceived and treated in school. It is interesting that these non-conformists and rule-breakers are founders of successful companies that change their industry and the world. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you! Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tact...
2022-03-2825 minThe Impulsive ThinkerOvercoming Expensive People Problems (for ADHD Entrepreneurs) | Warren BarryAndré and Warren Barry, from Instinctive Solutions, discuss very expensive people problems an entrepreneur has when hiring a team. We discuss the typical hiring errors made by entrepreneurs; hiring another you, hiring away your strengths, and hiring people who are set-up to fail by you before they start. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you! Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. ...
2022-02-1426 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#46 Pondcast with David GrahamWho wouldn't want to change the life of a child? David is passionate about kids, community growth, and empowering kids to be themselves, take risks so that they can go out into the world and create ripples. David was once asked the question ' Why do you do what you are doing?" This question, combined with his experiences of going to camp put him on his path to where he is now, leading Brigadoon Village in Halifax, Nova Scotia. If you want to listen to someone who is doing some world class to Better The Pond, listen to David Gr...
2022-02-091h 07Better the Pond---PondCast#45 Pondcast with Verna O'NeillKnow you value and be kind to others. This prairie girl who discovered her dream job has always had a passion for helping entreprenuers and local business. Learning from her immigrant father, she saw first hand what hard work, innovation and determination can do to grow a community. Verna has the super power of empathy. Really caring and seeking to understand what others need in order to be successful. She does this everyday at Community Futures Sunrise to help businesses and the community grow. Have a listen to how Verna and her team Better the Pond!
2022-01-2657 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#44 Pondcast with Randy McCoyI don't know a kid growing up every said "When I grow up, I want to be a CFO" From Randy's humble beginnings in DouglasTown and Gaspè, Quebec, Randy just had a way with numbers. He could just magically see how everything came together with ease. Even his parents and grand parents were in awe of his wizardry with numbers.
Randy is all about community and is a master communicator, as well as a natural teacher. He is Bettering the financial Pond through Junior Achievement Canada by teaching grade 8 students financial literacy. He also helps through the Com...
2021-12-011h 03Better the Pond---PondCast#43 Pondcast with Layna HaleyWhen someone tells me that they want to help single mom's and their children around the world, they have my attention. Layna is all about community, connecting, constant growth, and leaving a legacy of love. You may have heard the saying that you cannot pour from an empty cup, but Layna's vision is to have people's cups so overflowing that they have to pour from their saucer. Layna is the visionary who started Kaleo Collective and is helping single mom's and their children and is bettering the pond for future generations. I am inviting you to spend some time...
2021-11-031h 13Better the Pond---PondCast#42 Pondcast with Andre BrissonHow do you fight an invisible opponent? For 40 years Andre fought his ADHD, but has now made his invisible opponent visible. After many years being the odd duck and not fitting in, he realized that this aspect of himself wasn't something that was wrong with him, it wasn't the enemy. It is what made him who he was, and how it was a strength. He is giving high performing people with ADHD a voice through his company Tactical Breakthroughs and his soon to be released podcast - The Impulsive Thinker. Thank you Andre for helping us in our impulsive pon...
2021-10-201h 01Better the Pond---PondCast#41 Pondcast with John KayHe has lived the life of a design squiggle. Nothing has ever been in a straight line for John Kay. His life has been a consistent squiggly path of learning and adventure. He started out as an odd duck in London, Ontario Canada, and after years of being bullied in school, he migrated out west. John is the owner and CEO of Realize Strategies in Vancouver British Columbia, Canada.
John continuously throws pebbles in the pond and through his collaborative work with mission driven organizations, he is making a tremendous impact on the world. Thank you John, fo...
2021-09-291h 12Better the Pond---PondCast#40 Pondcast with Kim McConnellFrom farmer to successful owner in the marketing and advertising industry. Kim McConnell started with humble beginnings on the family farm in Hamiota, Manitoba Canada. He left the farm to go to university where he got a degree in agriculture, then saw an opportunity to help people in the agriculture community through media and advertising. Kim's incredibly strong belief in community is admirable, and his passion is infectious. Kim sits on many boards, helped establish the Top 70 over 70, and the Intergen Organization that helps mentors you entrepreneurs in Calgary, Canada. This are only some of the many ways of wh...
2021-09-1550 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#39 Pondcast with Chris ShieldsFrom humble beginnings in Wakefield, England, Chris's grandmother showed him the value of a strong work ethic, food as medicine, and caring for our planet. Chris went to university to become a doctor, but at the last minute decided that this was not his path. The food industry is what lit him up, and is now leading the way in the meatless protein based food industry. Force for good is the mantra of Lovingly Made Ingredients, and that they are! Lovingly Made Ingredients has donated enough product for 500,000 meals for the First Nations communities and other people in need...
2021-08-1856 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#38 Pondcast with Theo FleuryStand by the net and I will get you the puck. As a kid playing hockey in Russell Manitoba, his job was to set up other players for success. Interesting enough, it is the same thing that he is doing today. Theo is helping keep peoples flames lit by instilling confidence, understanding and compassion. Theo's tumultuous past has provided him the gift of adversity, courage and vulnerability which provides people the gift to do the same. Theo is creating truly magical ripples in our pond. Thank you Theo for being such a great example of what we can do to he...
2021-08-0452 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#37 Pondcast with Hugh CainesNever waste a moment is Hugh's mantra. A fisherman's son on the Newfoundland Coast turned plastic recycler to save the planet. Hugh's humble beginnings and a strong sense of community has weaved throughout his life and has driven his belief in people, passion and purpose. Hugh grew up wanting more, being more, and is not only doing that for the people in his company, but for the world. Clean River recycling is making a serious impact on our pond. Thank you Hugh for what you do to #betterthepond
2021-07-211h 05Better the Pond---PondCast#36 Pondcast with Byron BrooksCold beer and collabortition. Got your attention yet? Byron is all about Collaboration, leadership, and community. An avid reader and learner, Byron graduated with honours from the University of Life. Byron is all about building relations, building buildings, and innovating new ways of doing business. His high school guidance counsellor told that he would be lucky if he would make it to community college. This ended up being the best thing that he could have told him as that is what inspired him to be doing what he is doing today!
Byron is continuously creating ripples by help...
2021-07-0759 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#35 Pondcast with Nicole SinclairLet me hold the ladder.... Nicole figured out that true leadership wasn't about climbing on top of others heads to get to the top, it was about holding the ladder so that others could succeed. Three words capture the essence of todays guest, community, belonging, and contribution. I can help with that is the never ending quote that continuously comes out of Nicole's mouth.
Growing up in the woods of Sorrento British Columbia, her all time happy place was the park where everyone would gather and create community. Christmas was straight outa Who-Ville.
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2021-06-231h 11Better the Pond---PondCast#35 Pondcast with Kevin BulmerThe days listening to his transistor radio as a child led Kevin on his journey to be a place of certainty for others, and helping them find their north star. The No Schedule Man is here!!
An off the cuff remark lit a fire in Kevin that could not be put out. As Kevin wisely states, you can't find your treasure by following someone else's map.
Kevin helps small and medium size businesses discover their story, and helps them fly like a phoenix and race like a turtle. You will have to listen to understand what...
2021-06-091h 10Better the Pond---PondCast#34 Pondcast with Ruth-Anne MarleyGrowing up in an atheist home, at the age of 7 years old, Ruth-Anne would sneak out of the house and go to Sunday School. She has always felt a guiding hand leading her along life's journey. She has always felt the need to create inclusion, do more, be better, and leave people better than she found them. Living my best life everyday is Ruth-Anne's motto. She continues to better the pond everyday at TEC Canada, but has also left her mark in Haiti, Columbia, Dominican Republic and other locations world wide. Thank you Ruth-Anne.
2021-05-2754 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#33 Pondcast with Tim SchultzTim has this uncanny ability to see around corners. Always innovative and looking for different ways of doing things helped create his company Local and Fresh. Born and raised in Filmore Saskatchewan, Tim got a taste of entrepreneurship and what it meant to follow your passion. Tim is all about helping young people develop their entrepreneurial skills and confidence, and helping people eat healthy local food. Thank you Tim for continue to create ripples and #betterthepond.
2021-05-1256 min
TTSN - The Transformational Squirrel Nutwork - We Make Shift Happen!Conative Stress with Warren BarryHave you ever wondered why you feel stress in your job, yet you lack a way of trying to express it? Why do some tasks come naturally, yet other tasks seem like a burden? How many times do you find you “should” on yourself? I “should” be more organized! I “should” be more creative! etc.?
Join us as Warren Barry of Instinctive Solutions talks about the Conative aspect of the mind - and what makes YOU awesome!
2021-05-0455 minBetter the Pond---PondCast#32 Pondcast with Dave MacLean"Our happiness best grows when transplanted in the soil of other peoples lives!" Dave speaks on whole-hearted leadership and his business philosophy of "Prosperity for Purpose" . "Meant to be Spent" is his philosophy of life and leadership. The list of what Dave has done to #betterthepond is extensive and truly inspiring. He is the epitome of what this Pondcast is all about. Thank you for continually creating ripples.
2021-04-281h 09Better the Pond---PondCast#30 Pondcast with Cindy RaduHang on for this adventure with Cindy Radu. Just try it!!!! How will you ever know if you don't try??? Here is someone to listen to who has done it all. World traveller, mountain climber, accountant, lawyer, author, speaker, and I could go on, and on, and on..... Cindy has felt the highs of being on top of the mountains, and has experienced the lows of well below the surface. All these experiences have contributed to her ability to #betterthepond for mental health and women of courage.
2021-04-141h 12Better the Pond---PondCast#29 Pondcast with Jo BeachTell me that I can't!!! These are only words of motivation for Jo. Born and raised in Weyburn, Saskatchewan, and the youngest of 5, Jo always found her way of getting things done! Wickedly smart and full of creativity, Jo found her way into the fashion world, and now owns and operates Cedar & Vine clothing. Jo believes in the slow fashion model to reduce landfill waste of clothing. She is also restoring a historic building in Weyburn to create business opportunities in her community. Jo exemplifies what it means to #betterthepond. Thank you Jo!
2021-03-311h 08Better the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Erin PheilTaking out the boulders in the stream that are getting in the way of being your best self is Erin's passion, Being bullied as a little girl, and going through unexplained debilitating pain and depression guided her to have her breakthrough moment.
This is what drove Erin to help so many others get through their mental blocks, and in turn, better the pond!! Thank you Erin, for your compassion, empathy, and for every single ripple that you create in the pond!!!
2021-03-1756 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Mike OrechowCalgary born and raised, this guy is the real deal! Mike is just an all around great guy, and would give you the shirt off his back before you even asked. Mike's very simple golden rules, work hard, be honest, do good for others. Graham auctions is always supporting local community programs such as the Girl Guides, local sports teams, and they regularly donate clothes for those in need. Mike is a guy who lives the #betterthepond movement.
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2021-03-0351 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Joop StroesA self proclaimed misfit, Joop see's the strengths in people versus their weakness or dysfunction. From across the pond in North Holland, he has not only helped in his own backyard, but also in South Africa and the Philippines. Nope understands that it costs nothing to be kind, and to have gratitude to what we already have. Nope is always creating ripples in the pond, which have gone well beyond the pebble he threw in.
2021-02-171h 04Better the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Amy BruskeHow do you define success was the pivotal question that changed Amy's life. Born in Argentina, then moving to Brazil, and then landing in Arizona, Amy always felt like the odd duck for being a woman wanted to lead and have a professional career. Now, the president of Kolbe Corp., and author, speaker and trainer, Amy discovered that doing things her way and the freedom to be herself became her definition of success. Amy is passionate about helping people, especially helping youth discovering their instinctive talents. She believes that creating these ripples are what will continue to go out and...
2021-02-0357 min
Everyday Business SolutionsUnderstanding the Team Dynamic with Warren BarryTeams are a staple in the workplace. A team can make or break a business, so we sat down to talk about what makes a great team and how any business can build them.Warren Barry is the founder and president of Instinctive Solutions, where he studies the instinctual or connotative aspect of the mind. Instinctive Solutions uses Kolbe Wisdom to provide business and personal coaching.We sat down with Warren to talk about the truth about teamwork and leadership. Warren specializes in helping people learn how to utilize unique talents and skillsets in a...
2021-01-2654 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Candyce FiesselJust be wild!! Candyce lives her life as it is a gift. Full of adventure, curiosity and drive, she started tarted working at the age of 13, and never stopped. She now runs 3 organizations, and is a woman to be reckoned with. Going through a major trauma and having an acquired brain injury, Candyce has used this as fuel to do well for others. Candyce exemplifies what we can all do to better the pond. Thank you Candyce!!!
2021-01-201h 05Better the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Ken BragetAn inspiring episode about how someone can take a negative and turn it into a positive. From being adopted at the age of 2 and not meeting his father until he was 34, to his ADHD being both a blessing and a curse, Ken leads a very successful business and the only indigenous led company in his field.
Ken created the Don't Scrap- Give Back Program, the True North Strong Foundation, and he directly supports the community of Fort McMurray. Thank you Ken for doing what you do to Better The Pond!!
2021-01-061h 02Better the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Tim Beach"Laughter is an instant vacation" The inspiring and wise words of Tim Beach confirms why everyday is a celebration at Charlesglen Toyota. From the heart of the prairies and the land of living skies of Weyburn, Saskatchewan, Tim learned the value of hard work and dedication to doing what needs to get done. With a love affair for automobiles, Tim has spent his entire career in the industry now operating an award winning dealership in Calgary Alberta. Thanks for remaining to be a Rider fan Tim!
Tim's energy is contagious, and he believes that everyone matters, therefore celeb...
2020-12-2357 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Jamie Mason CohenSometimes what you think is your biggest weakness becomes your greatest strength. Jamie's sensitivity guided him to be an incredible teacher, author, speaker, and facilitator. Jamie believes in being of value to others, and he lives this belief in his work of helping leaders through grapho-therapy, and his Saturday Night Leaders program. His book "Live From Your Class- Everything I learned about teaching, I learned from Saturday Night Live" is an Amazon best seller. Jamie is presently working ion a project to help a 1,000,000 people, now, that is how you #betterthepond. Thank you Jamie!
2020-12-0954 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Heather MurphyHeather Murphy, the surrogate mother of peoples dreams. Growing up in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, she learned the richness of family, community, creativity, and play. Heather travelled the world, became the first female in Canada to be on the Forbe's Coaches Council, and started her own business Authentically, and she never stops. Heather contribution to #betterthepond is helping women in Rwanda get skills and financial backing to become business owners, and always lighting up a room when she walks in. Thank you Heather, you were a great guest. This is one worth listening to!
2020-11-2753 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Brady JohnsonGood Better Best. Never let it rest. Til your good gets better, and your better gets best! Words of wisdom from Brady's mom that she has learned to live by. Brady has embraced her "odd duckness" and turned it into her confidence, understanding, and leadership abilities. Brady has an incredibly big heart and helps people live happier and healthier lives and therefore creates the ripple effect for everyone around her. She is presently bettering the pond by her 30 days of giving, have a listen. Thank you Brady!
2020-11-1349 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Jeff AlpaughCreating the worlds most dangerous shirts is nothing to be taken lightly. Jeff's military background mixed with his business education, and layering in his incredible sense of style is what makes him the successful entrepreneur that he is today. His mantra of thank about it, be about it is how he lives his life. He provided masks to his local school not only to keep kids and teachers safe, but also to make them feel equal. Through tough times, Jeff still gets out there and find the time to #betterthepond. Thank you Jeff!
2020-10-211h 04Better the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Tim RogersI thought that when the motivation guru's told me that failure is one of the greatest gifts, I thought that they were full of sh%$#. Now I get it. From ball boy with the Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club, to falling into the restaurant business, Tim has a fantastic story of how some of those defining moments in life can change everything, and we can't explain why. Thank you for all you do to #betterthepond Tim, and for being a fantastic guest.
2020-10-0841 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Lisa Longball VlooswykHitting a golfball 350 yards, 2 feet, 2 inches is the least that Lisa is capable of doing. An elementary school teacher, turned golf teacher, to keynote speaker. You can watch Lisa wake surfing in a housecoat, goalie gear, and Toronto Raptor gear catching the attention of TSN and Pepsi. Lisa's energy is contagious, and it rolls out in every aspect of her life. Listen to how Lisa gets to better the pond by inspiring people to find their greatness. Thank you Lisa, it was an honour.
2020-09-1753 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Jason KolevskiThe gift in the ugly box, that is what Jason calls it when the so called negative events of your life turn into gifts. This was a great pondcast full of nuggets of wisdom. Business mentor, coach, and incredible human being, Jason Kolevski, or J.K. tells his story and what he is doing to #betterthepond. Thank you Jason!
2020-09-021h 03Better the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Leah ReddigAuthor, speaker, life coach and entrepreneur, Dr. Leah Reddig tells her story of living in Kenya, Dubai, and eventually Germany, and the lessons along the way. Her belief in reciprocity, helping people live their true purpose is how Leah leads the charge of generosity, and the pond is better with her in it! Thank you so much Leah!
2020-08-261h 05Better the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Dave CarrollDave Carroll who single handedly took on United Airlines after they refused to take responsibility for breaking his guitar. With a small budget and a camera, Dave took to YouTube with his song United Breaks Guitars and became the #1 watched video on YouTube. Dave is an award winning singer-songwriter, author, and speaker who inspires others through storytelling. Dave's compassion was palpable, and knows what it is all about to #betterthepond.
2020-08-2041 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Brian PatafieKeynote speaker, author, and laughter mixologist. Brain tells his story of getting knocked down, getting back up, and wanting to leave fingerprints on the moon. Thank you Brian for everything that you do to #betterthepond.
2020-08-1254 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Gair MaxwellInternational speaker, author of 2 fantastic books, and shameless Calgary Flames fan, Gair Maxwell talks about his story, the bumps along the way, what he learned, and what he has done to #betterthepond. Thank you Gair!
2020-08-061h 11
Penalty Office - Music Business 101Warren Schatz-Part 1-Growing Up At Associated RecordingWarren Schatz - Warren Schatz is a music industry veteran who details his life in the music business as an artist, engineer, producer, arranger and more. Warren has produced classic records like Turn The Beat Around and Express Yourself, Memories, To Sir With Love and many more, Executive Produced Evelyn "Champagne" King's hit "Shame." He arranged "Our Day Will Come" for Frankie Valli and Tony Orlando as well as signing some of the biggest acts in the recorded music business including like Bonnie Tyler, Triumph, Krokus and more.In Part 1 Warren talks about growing up at the f...
2020-07-3052 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with CaileighAn amazing story with a young girl who suffered from epilepsy and seizures, to her wish coming true at Disneyworld, and what she is doing to #betterthepond. Her response is to just throw glitter on it, I think it is much bigger than that. Thank you to Caileigh and her Mom, Melissa for everything that they do to #betterthepond. This was a very fun Pondcast.
2020-07-2949 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Mark SchmelinskiThrough the Co-Vid 19 pandemic, Mark and his wife Katie from The Everyday Kitchen took 100% of their profit and raised $50,000 to support their local community. They truly believe that all profitable businesses should give back to the community that supports them. Not only do they make great doughnuts, they are amazing people doing incredible things. Thank you Mark!! You and Katie #betterthepond
2020-07-2339 minBetter the Pond---PondCastPondcast with Shawna BurkhartThe CEO and Founder of The Honest Edge, who is a amazing coach and counsellor, wickedly smart, engaging, and who is one to help people sit in the fire to help them transform and grow. Shawna gets to #betterthepond by helping people unload their burden to give them freedom and happiness. You have to listen to what Shawna has to say. Brilliant!
2020-07-1645 minBetter the Pond---PondCastBetter the Pond- Pondcast with Brian BurkhartBrian Burkhart- Best selling author of Stand for Something, Founder and Chief Word Guy of Square Planet Productions tells his story, and what he is doing to #betterthepond. My wish is to have more people like Brian on the planet, round or square, I'm good with it. Listen in to hear what he has to say. I hope that you leave inspired, and create your own ripples.
2020-07-081h 02Better the Pond---PondCastBetter the Pond- Pondcast with Bill GreuelFrom a farm boy in Bruno Saskatchewan, to working in the Ag Sector for Government, now the CEO of Protein Industries Canada, a supercluster leading the way to help the agriculture industry in Western Canada. Listen to what Bill has to say about running a structural work culture to a values based work culture and what he is doing to better the pond for his people.
2020-07-0151 minBetter the Pond---PondCastBetter the Pond - Pondcast with Kendal NetmakerKendal grew up on SweetGrass First Nations Reserve, from there he became a 4X Entrepreneur of the Year, winner of the Canada Top 40 under 40, a best selling author of the book Driven to Succeed, owns the successful clothing line Neechie Gear, and loves working with businesses to solve big problems. Hear what Kendal is doing to #betterthepond
2020-06-2440 min