Business Leadership Series
747 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 144 ratingsOur audience is comprised of business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs who desire to learn from our guests’ knowledge, advice, and experience for personal and professional growth. We interview pro athletes, rock and roll hall of famers, best selling authors, and other leaders with an inspiring story. We are also a syndicated show regionally on ESPN radio.
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Episode 1259: BLS Minute - John Collins
December 20, 2022 00:00 - 5 minutes - 7.68 MBWhen you have to make a pivot, there will be new challenges you will face. You have to keep a frame of mind that just because things are not good today, does not mean that they will be the same tomorrow. The thing you cannot do, is not act. You have to act. John Collins gives some advice, and insight on how to approach the pivots that will occur.
Episode 1258: BLS Minute - Jamie Jay
December 19, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 5.05 MBFormer US Paratrooper, to business owner. Jamie Jay left the military with 1994 with $386.14 to his name. A friend of his got him a job with a company selling office equipment, and fax machines. Through these jobs, he learned a lot about sales and marketing, and after 12 years of the corporate world, he realized he did not like it. He leaves corporate, and starts his own real estate advertisement agency in 2006, then the 2008 crash happened. This huge set back, put him back into the...
Episode 1257: BLS Minute - Eric Presley
December 15, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 5.62 MBIn this BLS Minute Eric Presley, CTO of CareerBuilder.com, talks with Derek about balancing work and life, and scaling with systems and processes instead of heroes. Full-length episodes of the Business Leadership Series are released every Sunday. Listen to other episodes at www.BlSnow.net
Episode 1256: BLS Minute - Derek on Motivational Mondays
December 14, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes - 8.42 MBIn this episode Derek is on the other side of the interview as a guest on Motivational Mondays, an amazing London-based podcast, hosted by Abigale Otchere. Derek talks about coming from humble beginnings, his years as a Hollywood musician, his rock bottom and overcoming obstacles, celebrating 10 years as an agency owner, how he ultimately measures success, and becoming a legacy entrepreneur.
Episode 1255: BLS Minute - Yigal Adato
December 12, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 5.05 MBYigal Adato started early with entrepreneurship, and leadership at an early age. His family were all business owners, and for Yigal he got his start at age 13 when he joined a youth leadership movement, and at 17 when he became a counselor, then at age 20 he became on of the main leadership directors. Yigal caught the leadership and entrepreneur bug early on, and has stuck with him ever since.
Episode 1254: BLS Minute - Jeff McQueen
December 09, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes - 9.15 MBIn this episode Derek talks with Jeff Mcqueen, executive Director of the Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC). Jeff shares his personal and inspiring story from drug addiction, incarceration, and mental health, to inspire thousands to experience their own recovery.
Episode 1253: BLS Minute - Vincent Pugliese
December 08, 2022 00:00 - 5 minutes - 7.24 MBSuccess for Vincent Pugliese is freedom, and time. It's not the same for everyone, but for him it's the ability, and freedom to go where he wants, when he wants, and not be tied down. He shares that he is now "unemployable" because he has the discipline to maintain this freedom that he cherishes in his life so much. There's a balance in this drive, and motivation to work and freedom.
Episode 1252: BLS Minute - Tim Sanders
December 06, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 5.43 MBIn this episode Derek Champagne, CEO of The Artist Evolution, interviews Tim Sanders. Tim Sanders spent most of his early career on the cutting edge of innovation and change. He was an early stage member of Mark Cuban’s Broadcast.com, which had the largest opening day IPO in history. After Yahoo acquired the company, Tim was tapped to lead their ValueLab, and by 2001, he rose to Chief Solutions Officer. In 2005, he founded Deeper Media, which provides consulting services for leadi...
Episode 1251: BLS Minute - Shuly Oletzky
December 05, 2022 00:00 - 2 minutes - 3.5 MBDerek Champagne, CEO of The Artist Evolution, interviews Shuly Oletzky about her unexpected ownership of the family business,relating to customers, where love fits into your business, and building a succession plan.
Episode 1250: BLS Minute - Michael Giannulis
December 01, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 6.61 MBIn this episode Derek Champagne interviews Michael Giannulis. Michael has overcome the odds and loves to share that story to inspire others. Mike especially thrives on connecting with entrepreneurs to motivate them to “do big things” in the world. Michael talks about how complacency and contentment are the enemy achieving excellence, and shares some great tips on making massive change in your life.
Episode 1249: BLS Minute - John Collins
November 30, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 4.48 MBWhen you have a vision, you want to make sure your team is on the same page. How? It all starts with leadership. Leadership has to be on the same page first with the vision that is in place, then others will see their leadership and focus, and be in line with the vision. It's important though, to make sure the vision is very clear to everyone. John Collins gives some more tips on how to get the whole team on board with the companies vision.
Episode 1248: BLS Minute - Jamie Jay
November 29, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 4.5 MBFormer US Paratrooper, to business owner. Jamie Jay left the military with 1994 with $386.14 to his name. A friend of his got him a job with a company selling office equipment, and fax machines. Through these jobs, he learned a lot about sales and marketing, and after 12 years of the corporate world, he realized he did not like it. He leaves corporate, and starts his own real estate advertisement agency in 2006, then the 2008 crash happened. This huge set back, put him back into the...
Episode 1247: BLS Minute - Eric Presley
November 28, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 8.54 MBEvery has setbacks, failures, and challenges, but how do you work through those? Eric Presley shares some of his personal experience, on how he handles failure, and challenges.
Episode 1246: BLS Minute - Derek on Motivational Mondays
November 24, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 10.1 MBIn this episode Derek is on the other side of the interview as a guest on Motivational Mondays, an amazing London-based podcast, hosted by Abigale Otchere. Derek talks about coming from humble beginnings, his years as a Hollywood musician, his rock bottom and overcoming obstacles, celebrating 10 years as an agency owner, how he ultimately measures success, and becoming a legacy entrepreneur.
Episode 1245: BLS Minute - Aaron Marino
November 22, 2022 00:00 - 5 minutes - 7.88 MBIn this BLS Minute Derek chats with, Shark Tank veteran and Youtube sensation, Aaron Marino. Aaron Marino gives a key piece of advice for business owners thinking about making videos for their business: "Just start making videos!"
Episode 1244: BLS Minute - Scott Rochelle
November 21, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes - 8.53 MBIn this episode, Derek talks with Scott Rochelle, President & CEO of the National Basketball Retired Player's Association, about life after basketball for NBA and WNBA players. Discussion includes the importance of community to avoid isolation, life after basketball, and how players are finding new careers, including as investors and entrepreneurs.
Episode 1243: BLS Minute - Evan Delahanty
November 17, 2022 00:00 - 2 minutes - 3.68 MBIn this episode Derek Champagne interviews Shark Tank veteran Evan Delahanty. Evan is the Founder and Lead for Peaceful Fruits LLC, a social good startup that produces premium dried fruit snacks from sustainably-sourced acai. Evan shares his entrepreneurial journey, his approach to community engagement, and his experience on the hit ABC television show Shark Tank.
Episode 1242: BLS Minute - Jeff McQueen
November 15, 2022 00:00 - 5 minutes - 7.21 MBIn this episode Derek talks with Jeff Mcqueen, executive Director of the Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC). Jeff shares his personal and inspiring story from drug addiction, incarceration, and mental health, to inspire thousands to experience their own recovery.
Episode 1241: BLS Minute - Yigal Adato
November 11, 2022 00:00 - 2 minutes - 3.89 MBYigal Adato started early with entrepreneurship, and leadership at an early age. His family were all business owners, and for Yigal he got his start at age 13 when he joined a youth leadership movement, and at 17 when he became a counselor, then at age 20 he became on of the main leadership directors. Yigal caught the leadership and entrepreneur bug early on, and has stuck with him ever since.
Episode 1240: BLS Minute - Scott Rochelle
November 10, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes - 8.53 MBIn this episode, Derek talks with Scott Rochelle, President & CEO of the National Basketball Retired Player's Association, about life after basketball for NBA and WNBA players. Discussion includes the importance of community to avoid isolation, life after basketball, and how players are finding new careers, including as investors and entrepreneurs.
Episode 1239: BLS Minute - Michael Giannulis
November 09, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 5.13 MBIn this episode Derek Champagne interviews Michael Giannulis. Michael has overcome the odds and loves to share that story to inspire others. Mike especially thrives on connecting with entrepreneurs to motivate them to “do big things” in the world. Michael talks about how complacency and contentment are the enemy achieving excellence, and shares some great tips on making massive change in your life.
Episode 1238: BLS Minute - Jamie Jay
November 08, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 4.91 MBJamie Jay does an amazing job with building, motivating, and selecting teams. He explains that it takes about $4900 to hire someone on average, so it's important to be selective when choosing people to be on your team.
Episode 1237: BLS Minute - Bix and Joe Bickson
November 07, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 5.33 MBBix and Joe Bickson are the masters of future hacking. “What we call a future hack is to get inside your guts or the guts of your organization, and develop the ability to create and fulfill the future of your choosing.” – Joe Bickson Future hacking is the end of consulting. If you put new ideas in the old box, you'll just get more of what you already have, but with a new name
Episode 1236: BLS Minute - Eric Presley
November 04, 2022 00:00 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MBEvery has setbacks, failures, and challenges, but how do you work through those? Eric Presley shares some of his personal experience, on how he handles failure, and challenges.
Episode 1235: BLS Minute - Elena Petzold
November 01, 2022 00:00 - 1 minute - 2.51 MBIn this episode we feature Shark Tank Veteran Elena Petzold, The BreastFeeding Stylist & Creator of Mama's MilkBox. Elena talks with Derek Champagne about her entrepreneurial journey as well as her experience in "The Tank". Elena is the owner of Mama's Milkbox, a breastfeeding apparel subscription service that provides high quality breastfeeding fashion to Moms who want to look good, feel good, & easily breastfeed or pump breastmilk for their babies.
Episode 1234: BLS Minute - Jeff McQueen
October 27, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 5.37 MBIn this episode Derek talks with Jeff Mcqueen, executive Director of the Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC). Jeff shares his personal and inspiring story from drug addiction, incarceration, and mental health, to inspire thousands to experience their own recovery.
Episode 1233: BLS Minute - Scott Rochelle
October 26, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes - 8.57 MBIn this episode, Derek talks with Scott Rochelle, President & CEO of the National Basketball Retired Player's Association, about life after basketball for NBA and WNBA players. Discussion includes the importance of community to avoid isolation, life after basketball, and how players are finding new careers, including as investors and entrepreneurs.
Episode 1232: BLS Minute - Sean Whittenberg
October 25, 2022 00:00 - 9 minutes - 12.7 MBSean Whittenberg took on a massive mission to make consuming tuna, safer. His company, Safe Catch, developed a tool to test tuna above the FDA approved limit, to provide the highest quality tuna available. Their product provides the lowest mercury levels in tuna, available in the market. Sean's overall mission was not only to make money, but to make a massive difference in the world.
Episode 1231: BLS Minute - Michael Giannulis
October 24, 2022 00:00 - 7 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this episode Derek Champagne interviews Michael Giannulis. Michael has overcome the odds and loves to share that story to inspire others. Mike especially thrives on connecting with entrepreneurs to motivate them to “do big things” in the world. Michael talks about how complacency and contentment are the enemy achieving excellence, and shares some great tips on making massive change in your life.
Episode 1230: BLS Minute - Michael Dweck
October 20, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 6.35 MBIn this episode Derek Champagne, CEO of The Artist Evolution, chats with Michael Dweck. Michael, the co-founder of Basic Outfitters, was recently named to Forbes 30 under 30 list and has appeared on the ABC hit t.v. show Shark Tank. He talks with Derek about his entrepreneurial journey, defining success, and his experience in "the tank".
Episode 1229: BLS Minute - Adrienne Smith
October 19, 2022 00:00 - 5 minutes - 7.02 MBDerek talks with elite athlete Adrienne Smith, Founder & CEO of Gridiron Queendom, who is on a mission to create more opportunities in football and professional sports for women and girls.
Episode 1228: BLS Minute - John Collins
October 17, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes - 9.57 MBWhen you have a vision, you want to make sure your team is on the same page. How? It all starts with leadership. Leadership has to be on the same page first with the vision that is in place, then others will see their leadership and focus, and be in line with the vision. It's important though, to make sure the vision is very clear to everyone. John Collins gives some more tips on how to get the whole team on board with the companies vision.
Episode 1226: Scott Rochelle - President & CEO of the National Basketball Retired Player's Association
October 16, 2022 00:00 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MBIn this episode, Derek talks with Scott Rochelle, President & CEO of the National Basketball Retired Player's Association, about life after basketball for NBA and WNBA players. Discussion includes the importance of community to avoid isolation, life after basketball, and how players are finding new careers, including as investors and entrepreneurs. Upcoming events: GONZAGA AND TENNESSEE SET TO MEET AT LEGENDS OF BASKETBALL CLASSIC IN LANDMARK GAME BENEFITING THE MCLENDON FOUND...
Episode 1227: BLS Minute - Jeff McQueen
October 14, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes - 8.46 MBIn this episode Derek talks with Jeff Mcqueen, executive Director of the Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC). Jeff shares his personal and inspiring story from drug addiction, incarceration, and mental health, to inspire thousands to experience their own recovery.
Episode 1225: BLS Minute - Bix and Joe Bickson
October 12, 2022 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.87 MBBix and Joe Bickson are the masters of future hacking. “What we call a future hack is to get inside your guts or the guts of your organization, and develop the ability to create and fulfill the future of your choosing.” – Joe Bickson Future hacking is the end of consulting. If you put new ideas in the old box, you'll just get more of what you already have, but with a new name
Episode 1224: BLS Minute - Evan Delahanty
October 11, 2022 00:00 - 5 minutes - 7.01 MBIn this episode Derek Champagne interviews Shark Tank veteran Evan Delahanty. Evan is the Founder and Lead for Peaceful Fruits LLC, a social good startup that produces premium dried fruit snacks from sustainably-sourced acai. Evan shares his entrepreneurial journey, his approach to community engagement, and his experience on the hit ABC television show Shark Tank.
Episode 1195: BLS Minute - Dev Ganesan
August 11, 2022 00:00 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MBDerek Champagne talks with the new CEO of ItemMaster, Dev Ganesan. Dev shares the importance of having a good a team of people to help you grow and scale your business, understanding what your weaknesses are, and surrounding yourself with advisors and mentors to help you where you need help. Dev also talks about some important leadership principals to follow such as, listening instead of just talking in your meetings, giving credit to your team members, when things go wrong you take...
Episode 1194: BLS Minute - Arthur Theotis Matthews
August 10, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 6.6 MBArthur Theotis Matthews J.D is a university lecturer at institutions such as NYU, Cornell, and the University of Arkansas. Moreover, he is a bilateral-preneur of a firm titled conscioustrainers.com with his partner Evelyne where he serves as the COO and Chief Playmaker. Arthur talks about the importance having people with different backgrounds, and perspectives, on your bench to help mentor you.
Episode 1193: BLS Minute - Adrienne Smith
August 09, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 6.26 MBDerek talks with elite athlete Adrienne Smith, Founder & CEO of Gridiron Queendom, who is on a mission to create more opportunities in football and professional sports for women and girls.
Episode 1192: BLS Minute - John & Ana Mann
August 05, 2022 00:00 - 9 minutes - 13 MBIn this interview, Derek talks with John and Ana Mann about their new book "The Go-Giver Marriage". John and Ana share the "why" behind writing this new book, their process for collaboration, and highlight some of the secrets to lasting love. Learn more at https://thegogiver.com/tgg-marriage/
Episode 1191: BLS Minute - Aaron Marino
August 04, 2022 00:00 - 5 minutes - 7.35 MBIn this BLS Minute Derek chats with, Shark Tank veteran and Youtube sensation, Aaron Marino. Aaron Marino gives a key piece of advice for business owners thinking about making videos for their business: "Just start making videos!" You will not be great when starting out, but the more you make videos, the better you will get. You need to find your voice, and get yourself front and center of your brand. Full episodes released each Sunday at www. BLSnow.net
Episode 1190: BLS Minute - Yigal Adato
August 03, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 6.67 MBYigal Adato started early with entrepreneurship, and leadership at an early age. His family were all business owners, and for Yigal he got his start at age 13 when he joined a youth leadership movement, and at 17 when he became a counselor, then at age 20 he became on of the main leadership directors. Yigal caught the leadership and entrepreneur bug early on, and has stuck with him ever since.
Episode 1189: BLS Minute - Yannis Moati
August 02, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 5.92 MBIn this BLS Minute Yannis Moati, CEO of HotelsByDay.com, shares his personal insight of how he felt when he quit his job to pursue the life of entrepreneurship. Full episodes released every Sunday at www. BLSnow.net
Episode 1188: BLS Minute - Vincent Pugliese
July 28, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 5.9 MBSuccess for Vincent Pugliese is freedom, and time. It's not the same for everyone, but for him it's the ability, and freedom to go where he wants, when he wants, and not be tied down. He shares that he is now "unemployable" because he has the discipline to maintain this freedom that he cherishes in his life so much. There's a balance in this drive, and motivation to work and freedom.
Episode 1187: BLS Minute - Travis Swanson
July 27, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 6.69 MBFormer Arkansas Razorback and Miami Dolphin's Center Travis Swanson stops by the studio to talk with Derek about highlights from his career and an exciting announcement about the next chapter of his journey.
Episode 1186: BLS Minute - Tracy Deforge
July 26, 2022 00:00 - 3 minutes - 4.13 MBDerek Champagne talks with Tracy Deforge, Founder at The Players' Impact. The Players' Impact was founded in 2017. Originally, it was founded as a group of athletes who were interested in investing in startups. As they built out the group, it was quickly realized there was an interest beyond investing. Now TPI is a hub for entrepreneurial minded athletes: an extensive cross-sport athlete network, industry experts, early stage business resources, and investment opportunities - eve...
Episode 1185: BLS Minute - Tom Schwab
July 25, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 5.77 MBDerek Champagne, CEO of The Artist Evolution, interviews Tom Schwab in this week's BLS podcast. Tom Schwab knows how to build an online business. Marketing at its heart is starting a conversation with someone who could be an ideal customer. Tom helps small business owners, entrepreneurs and solo- prenuers get featured on leading podcasts their prospects are already listening. Then he shows them how to turn listeners into customers. • Author of CONNECT: Grow your business as a podcas...
Episode 1184: BLS Minute - Tom Milana JR & Erik Coleman
July 22, 2022 00:00 - 4 minutes - 5.6 MBTom Milana JR (entrepreneur and founder of Man Cave) and Former NFL Player Erik Coleman (ambassador for Man Cave) join us to talk about the staggering statistics for prostate cancer, early detection, and their unique new concept.
Episode 1183: BLS Minute - Tim Sanders
July 21, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes - 8.52 MBTim Sanders spent most of his early career on the cutting edge of innovation and change. He was an early stage member of Mark Cuban’s Broadcast.com, which had the largest opening day IPO in history. After Yahoo acquired the company, Tim was tapped to lead their ValueLab, and by 2001, he rose to Chief Solutions Officer. In 2005, he founded Deeper Media, which provides consulting services for leading brands. Today, he is one of the top-rated speakers on the lecture circuit.
Episode 1182: BLS Minute - John & Ana Mann
July 19, 2022 00:00 - 9 minutes - 12.4 MBIn this interview, Derek talks with John and Ana Mann about their new book "The Go-Giver Marriage". John and Ana share the "why" behind writing this new book, their process for collaboration, and highlight some of the secrets to lasting love. Learn more at https://thegogiver.com/tgg-marriage/