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Akil Hunte: Pioneering A New Path In Law, Art, And Advocacy

Everyday Leadership - April 23, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
"Legacy means the ability to serve and create outlets that impact people beyond your contribution" Akil Hunte is a lawyer, public speaker, socially conscious entrepreneur, consultant, author, and spoken word poet. He is on a mission to challenge the status quo and inspire the next generation of...

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Beyond Approval: How To Carve Out A Self-Directed Life with Pilar Nalwimba

Everyday Leadership - April 16, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
Pilar shares her journey from university to freelancing in the music industry, highlighting the importance of following curiosity and adapting to new environments.  She discusses the challenges of pride and rejection and the benefits and drawbacks of being a freelancer. Pilar emphasises the nee...

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How Is AI Helping HR? Part II

C-Suite Perspectives - April 15, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
From recruiting to knowledge management, AI can transform HR processes across the employee lifecycle. So how are CHROs already using AI and making sure their initiatives are aligned with business strategies?    Join Steve Odland and guest Diana Scott, US Human Capital Leader, in the second...

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Lessons From A 40-Year Journey: Navigating Life, Love, And Faith with Sope Agbelusi

Everyday Leadership - April 10, 2024 04:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
In this episode, Sope Agbelusi celebrates his 40th birthday and reflects on his personal and professional growth journey. This heartfelt and engaging conversation is a testament to the transformative power of love, faith, and perseverance in facing life's challenges.  He discusses the importan...

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How Is AI Helping HR?

C-Suite Perspectives - April 08, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
Twenty-three percent of global CEOs report they’re already using AI to transform every facet of the employee experience from onboarding to succession planning. But HR can also apply its people expertise to optimize the partnership of AI and human beings throughout the organization.   Join St...

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The Journey To Becoming a Multi-Millionaire CEO with Jayne Doherty

Everyday Leadership - April 02, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
"I've been very comfortable in the shadows for many years. The fact that I wasn't bold enough, I wasn't confident enough. And I questioned myself a lot." Discover the inspiring untold story of Jane Doherty, CEO of Trinity Healthcare Plus, a multi-seven-figure award-winning healthcare organisati...

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Can Social Security Be Reformed?

C-Suite Perspectives - April 01, 2024 10:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
Without Social Security, the largest single source of income among Americans aged 65 and older, millions of people would fall below the poverty line. But the program now pays out much more than it takes in—and seniors face a mandatory benefit cut in the next decade if nothing is done. What solut...

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The State of the Economy for March 2024

C-Suite Perspectives - March 26, 2024 17:01 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
The Consumer Confidence Index® reached 104.7 in March, an indication that confidence is holding steady, but although perceptions of current economic conditions are brighter, anxiety about the future is rising.   Join Stephanie Guichard and guest Dana Peterson, Chief Economist and Leader of ...

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Unleashing Imagination: Drawing Insights From An Artistic Mind with Nick Eagleton

Everyday Leadership - March 26, 2024 04:55 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
"I like to start there because some of the sort of wonky ways that we find our way into the things that we love matter and make us who we are." In this episode, we explore Nick Eagleton's wonderfully creative and unconventional mindthe "Playful Saboteur" and co-founder of Sabatura. Prepare to h...

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China’s Growth Slowdown: What’s at Stake for Business

C-Suite Perspectives - March 25, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
China's economic growth for 2024 is projected to reach 4.6%—still high compared to developed nations but a decline from previous high-growth rates. How will this slowdown impact the global economic landscape and multinational companies (MNCs) operating there?   Join Steve Odland and Alfredo ...

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Burning Down Systems: Collette Philip On Anti-Racism And Equity

Everyday Leadership - March 19, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
"The master's tools will not dismantle the master's house." In this conversation, the Award-winning founder of anti-racist brand consultancy Brand by Me Collette Philip shares her journey from a shy and ambitious young girl to a confident leader who challenges systemic racism and injustice. She...

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2024 Proxy Season Preview: More Voting, Less Support

C-Suite Perspectives - March 18, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
Average support for environmental proposals has declined from 35% in 2022 to 12% thus far in 2024—even as more proposals are going to a vote. Are investors bored with green issues—or is something else causing the decline? Join Steve Odland and guest Merel Spierings, Senior Researcher, ESG Cent...

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Mindful Pauses: The Key To Unlocking Your Full Potential with Sope Agbelusi

Everyday Leadership - March 12, 2024 05:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
In this episode, Sope Agbelusi explores the power of silence and the importance of pausing in personal growth and leadership.  Silence is described as the canvas of thought, providing a space for reflection, insights, and innovative thinking.  The episode emphasizes the discomfort of silence i...

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Consumers Are Spending Like Crazy. How Long Will It Last?

C-Suite Perspectives - March 11, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
Consumers are spending more, buoyed by a tight labor market, pent-up demand in the wake of the pandemic, and access to easy credit. Can CEOs depend on these trends to continue under the pressures of inflation?  Join Steve Odland and guest Denise Dahlhoff, Director of Marketing & Communications...

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Opportunities Born from Sacrifice: A Journey with Mahari Hay

Everyday Leadership - March 05, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
Guest: Mahari Hay - Director | Lending, Trade & Working Capital at Lloyds Bank In this episode, Sope Agbelusi interviews Mahari Hay, a director at Lloyd's, about his journey and the impact he has on others. Mahari shares his background growing up in Jamaica and his childhood aspirations. He di...

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Decision 2024: How Elections Could Reshape the Global Economy

C-Suite Perspectives - March 04, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
Four billion people in over 70 countries are expected to vote in major democracies, including the US, the UK, India, Russia and Taiwan, in 2024. How could the outcomes reshape our world?      Join Steve Odland and guest Lori Esposito Murray, Former President of the Committee for Economic D...

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The State of the Economy for February 2024

C-Suite Perspectives - February 27, 2024 21:45 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index® fell in February to 106.7, down from 110.9 in January. Consumers are more pessimistic—putting a halt to the rising optimism of the past few months. Yet business leaders are cautiously optimistic and poised for growth. How do interest rates, inflati...

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Unleash Your Inner Changemaker: How To Harness Your Rebellious Spirit For Good with Sheryl Miller

Everyday Leadership - February 27, 2024 04:40 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
Guest: Sheryl Miller, Founder, Reboot Global Limited In this episode, Sope chats with Sheryl Miller, a trailblazing entrepreneur who transitioned from the corporate world to chart her path. Sheryl shares her inspiring story, discussing: Her rebellious spirit and inquisitive nature as a young ...

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Will US Debt Spell the End of the Dollar's Dominance?

C-Suite Perspectives - February 26, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
The US government is $34 trillion in debt and counting; in 10 years, interest payments alone are projected to be $1.6 trillion per year. These astronomical sums are leading to a crisis that could see the end of the US dollar as the “world’s currency.”  In this episode of CEO Perspectives, Jose...

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Unveiling Talent’s Triumph Strategies for Business Success

Talent Wins - February 21, 2024 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
Jason Mandel is the Founder and CEO of Mandel Family Office, a firm dedicated to providing comprehensive financial services to high-net-worth individuals and families. He is a Wall Street insider and a private financial adviser and has held senior positions at the LeFrak Organization, D.E. Shaw,...

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How To Get What You Want Without Being Pushy (Power Dynamics) with Alex Cole

Everyday Leadership - February 20, 2024 06:58 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
In this conversation, Alex Cole, CEO of Tin, shares his journey from childhood to starting his own business. He discusses the influence of his family and cultural background, as well as the power dynamics he learned to navigate. Alex also talks about setting the goal to start his own business at...

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Boomer Talent: Ignore Their Potential at Your Peril

C-Suite Perspectives - February 19, 2024 11:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
As the US labor shortage continues, organizations struggle to attract and retain talent. Those that leverage baby boomers—who still make up 20% of the workforce—tap into a valuable pool of experience. Organizations that write them off may lose competitive advantage. In this episode of CEO Perspe...

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Navigating Talent Acquisition for Small Businesses

Talent Wins - February 14, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
Hannah Smolinski, a Certified Public Accountant, is the Founder and CEO of Clara CFO Group. This agency, operating on a virtual CFO model, is dedicated to offering small businesses financial clarity and strategies for profit maximization. Hannah's experience at one of the world's largest account...

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Daring to Unmask Your True Self and Rewrite Your Story with Scarlett Allen-Horton

Everyday Leadership - February 13, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
Embrace the transformation journey with Scarlett Allen-Horton, an emblem of resilience and authenticity.  From battling through personal adversities to ascending as a luminary in the corporate and entrepreneurial world, Scarlett's narrative is nothing short of empowering.  As the force behind ...

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CEO Confidence Rising in 2024

C-Suite Perspectives - February 12, 2024 11:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
The Conference Board measure of CEO Confidence is at its highest level since 2019, marking a significant shift in business sentiment. In this episode of CEO Perspectives, Dana Peterson, Chief Economist, joins President and CEO Steve Odland, both of The Conference Board, to discuss the latest res...

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The Fascinating Parallel Between AI and Your Mindset with Sope Agbelusi

Everyday Leadership - February 06, 2024 04:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
In this episode, Sope Agbelusi explores the fascinating parallel between AI and the human mind. He discusses how both AI and the mind are shaped by data and input, and how they adapt and recognize patterns. Sope also highlights the presence of bias and prejudice in both AI and the mind. He empha...

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AI, Risk, & Geopolitical Shifts

C-Suite Perspectives - February 05, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
What’s top of mind for world leaders, and do their priorities sync with what CEOs are thinking?  In this episode of CEO Perspectives, Lori Esposito Murray, President of the Committee for Economic Development, joins President and CEO Steve Odland, The Conference Board, to report on the insights f...

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The State of the Economy for January 2024

C-Suite Perspectives - January 30, 2024 14:34 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
Despite turbulence in geopolitics and the economy, in January the US Consumer Confidence Index® soared to its highest level since 2021, marking a significant uplift in consumer sentiment. In this episode of CEO Perspectives, Dana Peterson, Chief Economist, joins Markus Schomer, Senior Global Eco...

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Using Rebel Energy For Change In The Classic Music World With Karen Zorn

Everyday Leadership - January 30, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
Karen Zorn, President of the Longy School of Music of Bard College, shares her journey as a classically trained pianist and her passion for creating a mindset shift in the classical music world.  She discusses the importance of improvisation, embracing change, and encouraging individuality in m...

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What the C-Suite Needs to Know About Carbon Emissions

C-Suite Perspectives - January 29, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
The world economy has not yet reached peak GHG emissions. Achieving net zero by 2050 will require dramatic reductions in emissions, but carbon removal technology is in its infancy and still too costly. What advancements could help get us to net zero, and what’s at stake for business?    In...