أفضل بودكاسات The Force Multiplier (2025)

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Crisis Management in Action: Lessons from Rob Bly's Journey 34:20

3M ago34:20

34:20

Send us a text What happens when a seasoned crisis management specialist like Rob steps into the room? You're about to find out as we unravel his journey through the world of emergency response. Join us as Rob recounts his career, from honing his technical skills at OSRL to managing oil spill preparedness with BP's global response team. His tales f…

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Mindset Matters: From Red to Blue, Conversation with Martin Fairn from Gazing Performance 35:33

6M ago35:33

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Send us a text In this episode of The Response Force Multiplier, host Emma Smillie dives deep into the power of mindset in high-pressure situations. Joined by Martin Fairn from Gazing Performance, they explore the "Red to Blue" methodology—a practical framework designed to help individuals and teams perform at their best under stress. From the rugb…

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Navigating Uncertainty: Lessons Learned and Strategies for 2024 44:11

12M ago44:11

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Send us a text In this episode of the Response Force Multiplier podcast, host Emma Smillie, OSRL Incident and Crisis Management Lead Dave Rouse, and performance under pressure specialists Andy Couch, and Dean Wasche reflect on critical crisis management lessons and strategies for navigating uncertainty in 2024. As the discussion unfolds, listeners …

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Crisis Leadership: Making Decisions in Complex Situations 58:00

1y ago58:00

58:00

Send us a text In our latest episode, we delve deep into the world of crisis leadership and the complex context it operates within. Our guest Dean Wasche, Global Learning and Development Manager at Oil Spill Response, offers valuable insights and definitions of leadership. He highlights how leadership in crisis situations differs from day-to-day le…

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Mental Health Awareness, The Admin Collective, & Being a Multi-Passionate Professional with Nick Ginsburg 1:04:39

1y ago1:04:39

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Superhuman Nick Ginsburg is the Executive Assistant to the Provost and Senior VP of Monash University, Founder of The Admin Collective, advocate for mental health, Bachelor of Psychology student, among many other things. Nick shares how he manages his mountain of responsibilities while juggling his mental health, navigating burnout, and maintaining…

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Should an Executive Assistant Be Part of the Leadership Team 5:54

1y ago5:54

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Should an Executive Assistant be part of the leadership team? Of course, our knee-jerk reaction is a resounding, “Yes!” But, we do understand there are various nuances to consider. However, an Executive Assistant or Executive Business Partner is more effective when they are allowed in the Inner Circle. Do not keep your assistant on the periphery, a…

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Synergistic Remote Partnerships and the Business of Trust with Andy Culligan and Miranda Berry 40:38

1+ y ago40:38

40:38

Today we speak with Andy Culligan, fractional CMO and Marketing Consultant for BaseHQ, and his Executive Assistant, Miranda Berry, who he hired through BaseHQ. Andy is a sales person stuck in a marketer's body. He shares his journey from sales to marketing and entrepreneurship, opening up about how his decade of experience led him first to burnout,…

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What's the Difference Between an Executive Business Partner and an Executive Assistant? 5:11

1+ y ago5:11

5:11

What is the difference between an Executive Business Partner and an Executive Assistant? And does it matter? In the executive support and administrative professional world, titles are always a topic of conversation. There seems to be an endless combination of titles available for these roles. And if it wasn't already complicated enough, these 100+ …

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Honoring the Whole Person, Supporting Educators, and Creating a Lasting Business Partnership with Elizabeth Orme & Shannon Hady 47:42

1+ y ago47:42

47:42

Hallie speaks with Founder and CEO, Elizabeth Orme, and Leadership Integrator, Shannon Hady, the dynamic duo behind Creatively Focused, an EdTech company designed to support special education teachers, admin, and support staff. The pair shares how their mutual respect and complementary skills have propelled their business forward, emphasizing the i…

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Is a Strategic Business Partnership Right for You? 4:28

1+ y ago4:28

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Did you intentionally choose your career path? Or did you stumble into it along the way? On the job learning is fine, but there’s something to be said for strategic career path development and intentional career planning. We discuss how to discover whether you are predisposed to partnership or solopreneurship, and what successful strategic partners…

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The Modern Day Assistant with Lucy Brazier 42:35

1+ y ago42:35

42:35

Hallie sits down with the one and only Lucy Brazier—CEO of Marcham Publishing, publisher of Executive Support Magazine—to discuss her new book, The Modern Day Assistant, address misconceptions about the profession and its various titles, and offer practical tips for assistants to become strategic leaders in their role. This episode is packed with v…

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What's the Difference Between a Chief of Staff and COO? 4:30

1+ y ago4:30

4:30

Chief of Staff vs Chief Operating Officer—what’s the difference? This episode offers an examination of the distinct roles and responsibilities of a Chief of Staff (CoS) and a Chief Operating Officer (COO). We delve into why these roles are not interchangeable, how to maximize their effectiveness, and how to decide between hiring a Chief of Staff, a…

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Exploring Human Potential, Career Transitions, and Effective Communication with Monique Helstrom 37:39

1+ y ago37:39

37:39

Get ready to fangirl (we sure did!), because we are speaking with Monique Helstrom— esteemed speaker, activator of human potential and former Chief of Staff to Simon Sinek. In our conversation, she highlights the importance of understanding oneself, acknowledging individual strengths and weaknesses, and utilizing emotional intelligence. She also di…

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How to Have an Effective Weekly 1 on 1 Meeting 4:49

1+ y ago4:49

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Over the twelve years that Adam and I have worked together a lot has changed. We've built several companies, iterated others, coached thousands of people, wrote a book, launched two podcasts, learned how to become better leaders, and built a company culture of work-life presence. One thing that hasn't changed, however, is our weekly 1:1 meeting. We…

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Exploring Chief of Staff Role, Embracing Failure, and Building Confidence with Maggie Olson 45:49

1+ y ago45:49

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Hallie speaks with Maggie Olson, creator of the first-of-its-kind Chief of Staff Certification. Maggie shares her journey from the food and beverage industry to corporate Chief of Staff, highlighting the importance of every experience as a stepping stone towards success. We delve into the pressures of societal norms, mental health, and gender dispa…

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The Strategic Pause 6:00

1+ y ago6:00

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As an Executive Business Partner or Force Multiplier, our first inclination when faced with a problem, a newly assigned task, or an upcoming project is to put our heads down and get to work. This is usually the fastest way to get said item done, off your list, and on to the next task before ten more things fall on your plate. And yet, in order to g…

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Moving Beyond Fear, O.N.E. Things Thinking, and Daily Bookends with Machen MacDonald 32:09

1+ y ago32:09

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Machen MacDonald is an award-winning Strategic Life and Business coach and best-selling author who guides small business owners on how to maximize their success. In this episode, Machen and Hallie discuss how to move beyond fearful thinking and set your day up for success with “daily bookends”. Machen shares how important it is to have faith that i…

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The Assistant's Assistant and Smart Scheduling with Cabinet Co-Founders Julia Leibowitz & Evan Kesten 22:34

1+ y ago22:34

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In this episode, Julia Liebowitz and Evan Kesten, the co-founders of Cabinet, share their journey from forming a community for Executive Assistants (EAs) to developing an innovative SaaS platform. They delve into the challenges and rewards of transforming Cabinet into a fully remote company amid the COVID-19 pandemic, their unique views on remote w…

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6 Things You Need to Know About Working with a Founder 6:20

1+ y ago6:20

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Ever wondered what it's like to work alongside a multi-passionate entrepreneur or founder? This week's episode is your ticket to discovering the unique and challenging environment that could be the perfect career path for you. Join us as we share the six essential things you need to know about working with a founder. From understanding a founder's …

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Finding Your Force Multiplier, Leaders Are Readers, and Project Partnership with Jay Papasan & Carly Fox 48:16

1+ y ago48:16

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This is an episode you don't want to miss! We were fortunate enough to sit down with bestselling author of The One Thing and VP of Strategic Content for Keller Williams Realty International, Jay Papasan, and his Executive Assistant, Carly Fox. Their story is a true testament to the power of an effective strategic partnership that is built on commun…

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Are You Working with an Accidental Diminisher? 11:21

1+ y ago11:21

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Feeling drained or stifled at work? It's possible that you're working with an accidental diminisher leader. This week, we recap the six core types of these unintentional suppressors: the optimist, rapid responder, pace setter, rescuer, idea type, and always on leader, and discuss how their well-intentioned management styles can actually hinder the …

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Navigating the AI Revolution in Emergency Management: Insights from Liam Harrington-Missin 41:31

1+ y ago41:31

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and its impact on emergency management. Join us as Liam Harrington-Missin, Head of Data Technology and Innovation, sheds light on the profound changes brought about by AI technology. From the evolution of AI's role in handling tasks, suc…

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Building a Strong Strategic Business Partnership (Remotely!) with Vanessa Rosenblum & Liza Lambert 33:29

1+ y ago33:29

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What does it take to build and maintain a successful business partnership? Vanessa Rosenblum and Liza Lambert from Pro REA Staffing reveal how trust, communication, and accountability have paved the way for their thriving collaboration. In our conversation, we explore how Vanessa and Liza use their 'one thing' strategy to stay on track and producti…

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Are You an Accidental Diminisher? 11:23

1+ y ago11:23

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Are you unintentionally draining the intelligence and capability of your team in your leadership role? Discover how even the most well-intentioned leaders can accidentally diminish their team's potential, based on the work of Liz Wiseman. In this eye-opening episode, we discuss the two main types of leadership styles: diminishers and multipliers. U…

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Turning pressure into performance: How our inner game affects our outer game when responding to a crisis 37:18

1+ y ago37:18

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Send us a text In this episode, we join OSRL's performance coach, Andy Couch, as we uncover the training methods employed by the emergency response industry to excel under pressure. We examine the impact of immense pressure on individuals and organisations, uncovering training gaps and the pitfalls of reactive decision-making. However, we also unco…

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Overcoming Challenges, The Value of an Assistant, & Finding Your Match with Jeff Davis and Meagan Tenyer 35:19

1+ y ago35:19

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As a multi-passionate (like, seriously diversely multipassionate) serial entrepreneur, Jeff Davis, founder of 12 Mavens, discovered the power of a Force Multiplier after many years of failed attempts at trying to do it all and hiring the wrong people in the wrong positions, first. Luckily, he found his match in Meagan Tenyer. On the Founder and The…

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Executive Assistant or Assistant Executive? 7:56

1+ y ago7:56

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In this week's episode, we discuss the evolution of the Executive Assistant role and the paradigm shift that has taken place in recent years. Learn how to build trust with your leaders, develop executive presence, and ask the right questions to force multiply your leader's 20%. We also explore the concept of being an impact player and how adopting …

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Automate Before You’re Automated with Jeremy Burrows, David Karandish, and Capacity 22:10

1+ y ago22:10

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How has David Karandish and Jeremy Burrow's partnership thrived since 2017? Tune in to this fascinating episode as they share the secrets behind their successful partnership, from overcoming early challenges and how the partnership evolved as the company grew, to maintaining work-life balance through intentional communication and scheduling. We als…

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8 Ways to Cultivate Confidence at Any Stage of Your Career 11:24

1+ y ago11:24

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Confidence is one of the most oft referenced qualities of successful leaders and high performing professionals. Yet, it's also one of the most elusive qualities to define. What is confidence and how does one get it? Are you born with it? Or can you develop confidence with enough time and effort? And why the heck is confidence so important in the wo…

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The Hacker, The Hipster, & The Hustler 28:59

1+ y ago28:59

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Get ready to be inspired by college students turned entrepreneurs, Liam Redmond and Rob Corrato, co-founders of Desi, a revolutionary rideshare app exclusively for college campuses. Their innovative app connects students who need rides with their car-owning peers, as they share their journey from founding Desi to scaling it to other universities an…

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Crisis Exercises: Are You Wasting Your Time and Money? A Blueprint for Better Exercises 37:48

1+ y ago37:48

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Send us a text Hundreds of thousands of hours and millions of Euros are spent each year planning, executing and debriefing crisis exercises. The return on this significant investment is rarely fully and honestly appraised. If it were, organisations would uncover an uncomfortable truth; many exercises probably fail to achieve their potential. Dave R…

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How to Motivate an Unmotivated Leader 8:14

1+ y ago8:14

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Is your leader struggling with motivation, leaving you feeling lost and frustrated? It's time to discover practical strategies for lifting them up and reigniting that spark! In this eye-opening episode, we delve into the importance of staying curious, keeping lines of communication open, focusing on what you can control, and taking charge to lead u…

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The Growth of the Chief of Staff Network with David Nebinski & Rahul Desai 39:17

1+ y ago39:17

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Hallie speaks with David Nebinski and Rahul Desai of the Chief of Staff Network, a membership organization of 600+ Chiefs of Staff that offers guides, courses, individual assistance, and more to elevate CoS to the peak of their potential. Rahul and David share the trends they’re currently seeing in the Chief of Staff role around the globe, the skil…

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What is Organizational Whiplash? 7:19

1+ y ago7:19

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In this episode, Hallie explains "organizational whiplash", which occurs when leaders constantly change their direction, causing the whole organization to pivot and follow suit. This can lead to several consequences, including a decrease in productivity, burnout, decreased employee retention, misuse of time and money, missed deadlines, and slower g…

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The Response Force Multiplier Season One Trailer 1:34

2y ago1:34

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Send us a text Welcome to The Response Force Multiplier, the OSRL Podcast. On The Response Force Multiplier, we explore all aspects of emergency planning and response, through conversations with compelling experts and thought leaders, providing a fresh take on key issues and cutting-edge techniques in this field. In each episode, we’ll dive into on…

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Building Trust, the Power of a Weekly Meeting, and Thanking Your Executive Assistant with Jackie Ludwig 24:20

2y ago24:20

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In this episode, Jackie Ludwig outlines the importance of expressing thanks to your Executive Assistant and provides advice to get the strategic partnership off on the right foot. Jackie explains that LUMINI Network was created to share her system and provide a network of growth-minded administrative professionals to connect, learn, and grow. Jacki…

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Expanding the Executive Assistant Role and Recognizing Strategic Excellence with Kristine Valenzuela 35:03

2y ago35:03

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Kristine Valenzuela is the definition of a Force Multiplier. In our conversation, Kristine dives into the role of EAs, Chiefs of Staff, and other Force Multipliers as business people and leaders in the C-Suite. She encourages assistants to constantly seek challenges and reach their zone of excellence every day, and petitions for executives to provi…

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Burnout, Simplifying Your "Why", and the Courage to Change Your Life with Crystal Baran 46:39

2y ago46:39

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Crystal Baran is proof that anyone, from Founders to Force Multipliers, can manifest their wildest dreams. In our conversation, Crystal opens up about her difficult childhood and early career, her struggles with overcoming burnout and identifying too much with your work, and her journey of transitioning from Force Multiplier to Founder. She shares …

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Gratitude, Fear, and Empowering Women to Pursue Their Dreams with Rachel DesRochers 32:04

2y ago32:04

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The most powerful tool in business and life? Gratitude. Rachel DesRochers is a serial entrepreneur who went from “making brown squares” to building multiple businesses that empower women and other entrepreneurs to achieve their wildest dreams. She explains how gratitude is an essential tool to building businesses and living a fulfilled life, shares…

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Clara Ma on the Common Threads of a Good Chief of Staff, Being a Generalist, and Building Trust 55:08

2y ago55:08

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This conversation is a MUST listen for aspiring Chiefs of Staff or current Chiefs of Staff looking to further define their role! Clara Ma is the Founder and CEO of Ask a Chief of Staff and has years of experience helping Chiefs of Staff and other Force Multipliers with career development, career planning, matching with the right leader, finding the…

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Bonnie Low-Kramen on Real Stories from Staff, Psychological Safety, and the Ultimate Workplace 47:08

2y ago47:08

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Today, Adam joins Hallie for a powerful conversation with author, Bonnie Low-Kramen. For twenty-five years, Bonnie Low-Kramen worked as the personal assistant to Oscar-winner Olympia Dukakis and Louis Zorich. From there, she became a sought-after author and speaker on workplace issues. Her new book, Staff Matters: People-Focused Solutions for the U…

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Derrick Scarpaci & Katherine Williams on the Human Element of Brand Building 51:27

2y ago51:27

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Today, we dive deep into a conversation about the power of human connection, the future of AI in the creative industry, and the nuances of entrepreneurship and branding with visionary entrepreneur, Derrick Scarpaci, and passionate writer, Katherine Williams. The couple are the co-founders of Variantista, a bespoke content-writing and brand strategy…

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Ann Hiatt on Building Confidence, Breakthrough Opportunities, and Betting on Yourself 38:11

2y ago38:11

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Hallie interviews best-selling author, executive consultant, speaker, and Silicon Valley veteran, Ann Hiatt, on how she has built confidence over the course of her career as a naturally introverted person, and has bet on herself to create breakthrough opportunities in her life, like creating the first Chief of Staff role at Google and now stepping …

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Chief of Staff Brenda Rogers on Open Communication and Growing Your Career 45:23

2y ago45:23

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On today's episode, we speak with our first Force Multiplier! Chief of Staff, Brenda Rogers, shares about her experience transitioning from Executive Assistant to Chief of Staff and how important it is to communicate openly with your executive to grow in your career. We discuss how letting go may be hard but it helps us grow, why mental fitness and…

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Braid Founder Michael Abramowitz on Entrepreneurship and Balance – “It’s not easy, but it’s not supposed to be.” 33:37

2y ago33:37

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The founder of Braid, Michael Abramowitz shares about his entrepreneurial journey, and how entrepreneurship is a marathon, not a sprint. Michael and Manal discuss the benefits of a disruptive app like Braid, how we can’t forget our human side while we run our businesses, and that balancing the many facets of a busy life is not easy, but it’s not su…

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How to Close out Q4 Strong 34:02

2y ago34:02

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Q4 is almost over - are you ready to close the loops on 2022? Manal shares 9 tips on how leaders and Force Multipliers can close out the year strong and hit the ground running in 2023. In today’s episode you will learn about these 9 practices: Goal Setting & Business Planning Utilizing a Weekly Execution Plan Annual Calendar Review & Planning Closi…

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Randy Mills on Creativity, Trust, and Vision in Leadership 48:36

2y ago48:36

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Have you tapped into your creative side recently? This week, Manal interviews an old colleague of hers, Randy Mills. Their conversation dives deep into the power of creativity and diverse experiences in leadership, the value of helping your team see the vision, and creating an ecosystem of empathy and trust within your organization. Resources from …

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A Leadership Beyond 46:15

2y ago46:15

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Manal interviews the founders and co-hosts of the A Leadership Beyond podcast, Tom Rosenak and Adrienne Guerrero. The two share how what started as a pandemic project grew into something greater, how their Force Multiplier helps BOTH of them execute their vision, and how “graceful assertiveness” can help you find balance and boundaries in both your…

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How to Develop Executive Presence 30:20

2y ago30:20

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Do you have “gravitas”? In this episode, Manal walks us through how leaders and Force Multipliers can develop executive presence, otherwise known as gravitas. Join The Founder & Force Multiplier Community for free!بقلم The Founder & The Force Multiplier

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Greg Schaub on Surrounding Yourself with Interesting People 33:49

2+ y ago33:49

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In today’s heart warming episode, Manal interviews and reminisces with her own former Principal, Investment Advisor and founder of TSG Advisors, Greg Schaub. Greg explains the value of being an interesting person and surrounding yourself with interesting people. He also shares what he learned from having Manal as his Force Multiplier and from obser…

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