CEO Podcasts consists of CEO Chat (CC), I AM CEO (IAM) & CBNation.TV (TV) podcast episodes. Value-packed episode including interviews & resources for CEOs, entrepreneurs, startups founders & business owners. The CEO Chat episodes are our long-form episodes w/ interviews and digital marketing resources. The I AM CEO episodes are laser focused (about 16 min.) w/ interviews & a discussion about what it means to be a CEO. Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co. Hosted by Gresham W. Harkless Jr.
Episodes
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Monday Mar 11, 2024
In this episode, we have Nancy Sajjadi, the founder of Life Quality by Design LLC.
Nancy shares about her work helping organizations address issues of employee absenteeism, disengagement, and rising healthcare costs.
She discusses the process of identifying barriers to wellbeing at both an individual and organizational level, and her services like signature workshops, consulting to optimize wellness programs, and lunch-and-learn seminars.
Nancy shares insight from her background in scientific and engineering fields coupling it with her personal experiences.
- Background: Nancy Sajjadi is a Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist and founder of Life Quality By Design, LLC. She offers innovative solutions to businesses dealing with issues like employee absenteeism, disengagement, and escalating healthcare costs.
- Life Quality by Design: Sajjadi applies her specialized "quality by design" approach that utilizes her background in Genetic Engineering to empower employees at all levels to identify personal well-being barriers and transform their lives.
- Workstyle: Nancy operates through transformative practices that increase work-life alignment and optimize mutual benefits for both employees and their organizations.
- CEO Nugget: Nancy advises CEOs to make time for periods of complete disengagement to reflect on their quality of life and build relationships before they are needed professionally.
- CEO Defined: Nancy perceives a CEO as a Chief Entropy Objector and Chief Empathy Officer, tasked to use their influence to create more structured, empathetic environments.
Website: lifequalitybydesign.com
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Sunday Mar 10, 2024
Sunday Mar 10, 2024
In this episode, we have Aleric Heck, a YouTube Ads expert and the founder of AdOutreach.
Aleric shares his journey from starting a YouTube channel when he was 12 to becoming a market leader in the YouTube advertisements industry.
He discusses how his company uses custom audiences in Google to target potential customers based on their past internet activity.
Besides, Aleric talks about his AI ad targeting software, 'Keyword Search', and his broader mission to increase business's impact on the world.
Website: adoutreach.com
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Saturday Mar 09, 2024
Saturday Mar 09, 2024
In this episode, we have Alexandria Drzazgowski, the food blogger behind The Foreign Fork.
Alexandria discusses her entrepreneurial journey of cooking a meal from every country in the world, her project that started in 2018, which has resulted in more than 400 recipes from over 95 countries.
Highlighting her recent accomplishments, she shares about her cookbook titled 'Culture For Your Kitchen', and the launch of another blog, 'The Domestic Spoon'.
Alexandria also expresses her secret sauce - perseverance and grit. Additionally, she provides useful tips for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of a 'wins' notebook to fuel motivation on tough days.
Website: www.foreignfork.com
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Friday Mar 08, 2024
Friday Mar 08, 2024
In this episode, we have Joaquim Lecher, the chief executive officer at Typeform.
Kim talks about his career journey, his love for learning and making an impact, and why he chose to take roles in startup companies.
He speaks extensively about Typeform's two main pillars: Respondent experience first and easy-to-use interface, relating it to the DNA of the company founders.
Additionally, Kim shares his daily practice of reflection, his thoughts on achieving clarity, his idea of the CEO's role as the ultimate responsible individual, and the importance of a well-structured team in an organization.
Kim revealed plans to transform their product and create more personalized, meaningful journeys for their customers.
Website: www.typeform.com
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Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
In this episode, we have Alexis Hasselberger, a time management and productivity coach who shares her expertise in enhancing personal and professional productivity.
She highlights the importance of understanding oneself and building habits around one's own identity to attain sustainability.
Hasselberger details her journey and the strategies she used to grow her business, including her experience with creating online courses, corporate workshops, and trainings. The conversation then touches on her approach to coaching, covering task management, prioritization, planning and efficiency.
Website: www.alexishaselberger.com
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Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
In this episode, we have Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown, a triple board-certified sleep medicine physician and pediatric pulmonologist.
Dr. Funke discusses the importance of sleep health, and she shares her personal journey from chronic exhaustion to discovering the power of rest.
She talks about her RestfulSleepMD practice where she helps high achieving women and their children to improve their sleep quality.
Dr. Funke also shares her philosophy on creating impact that aligns with personal values without sacrificing wellness or peace.
Website: www.restfulsleepmd.com
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Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
In this episode, we have Kristen Coffield of the Culinary Cure.
Kristen discusses her wellness journey, leading to her efforts to empower individuals through culinary resilience to improve their health and productivity.
She further touches on how she incorporates 'biohacking' strategies to change personal input into a better output - increased productivity, maintaining better emotions, and achieving wellness goals. She emphasizes the importance of sleep and the careful use of food to fuel one's energy and efficiency.
She also discusses her role as a CEO, leading by example and helping her employees imbibe a culture of wellness.
- Background: Kristen Coffield is a Culinary Coach and Kitchen Interventionist who focuses on empowering people to take control of their wellness by providing them with the necessary tools to make informed decisions about their diet and overall health.
- The Culinary Cure: This approach emphasizes the importance of what's at the end of our forks, as it can have a significant impact on our health outcomes.
- CEO Hack: Kristen values her iPhone and its capability to capture the world around her, enabling her to understand what people are interested in and listening to.
- CEO Nugget: She encourages individuals to view food as a part of their productivity package and to think of it in a utilitarian way.
- CEO Defined: Being a CEO, according to Kristen, means leading by example and creating brand ambassadors.
Website: theculinarycure.com
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Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
In this episode, we have Dr. Jacqueline Darna, also known as Dr. PukeNoMo, the CEO and medical inventor of award-winning NoMo brands.
Dr. Darna discusses her start as a medical professional and her transition to entrepreneurship. Her brand, NoMoNausea, offers a bracelet that uses principles of acupressure and peppermint aromatherapy to counteract nausea, motion sickness, and upset stomachs.
She highlights her journey, the inspiration behind the creation of her products, and how being a CEO means pushing boundaries and extending possibilities. Dr. Darna also underscores the importance of people in business and gives advice for budding entrepreneurs.
- Background: Dr. Jacqueline Darna made a life-altering transition from being a medical professional to an entrepreneur four years ago. Her products, NoMo Bands, are now distributed in 12 different countries and sold in stores like CVS, Bed Bath and Beyond, buybuy Baby, and Walmart.com.
- NoMo Bands: These innovative anti-nausea bands offer relief from nausea utilizing a combination of acupressure and aromatherapy. The bands are designed for various causes of nausea, like motion sickness, morning sickness, and chemotherapy-induced nausea.
- CEO Hack: Dr. Darna relies on Google, Google Calendar, Google Assistant, Dropbox, and Buffer to help organize and manage her affairs.
- CEO Nugget: Her advice for fellow entrepreneurs is to look to your right and left and make sure you pitch yourself and your products to the right people.
- CEO Defined: Dr. Darna views a CEO as a Chief Entrepreneurial Officer, someone who pushes the boundaries and moves past the uncomfortable to achieve success.
Website: www.nomonausea.com
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Sunday Mar 03, 2024
Sunday Mar 03, 2024
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Sunday Mar 03, 2024
Sunday Mar 03, 2024
In this episode, we have, Jason Walker, the co-founder of Thrive HR Consulting, shares his thoughts on effective leadership, the importance of honesty and transparency, and the role of HR in a rapidly changing work environment.
He discusses the inception of his HR consulting firm and the unique strategic and operational solutions it provides to its clients. Jason also highlights the importance of resilience and the ability to move forward no matter the circumstances.
Thrive HR Consulting, is revolutionizing how organizations approach their people practices and policies. With a focus on delivering transparent communication, strategic guidance, and operational efficiency,
Thrive HR Consulting helps businesses thrive in a rapidly changing world. By embodying values such as honesty, integrity, and resilience, Jason sets a remarkable example for aspiring CEOs.
Their commitment to excellence and their ability to deliver impactful results make them a valuable partner for any organization looking to transform their HR practices.
Website: hthrivehrconsulting.com
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