Elizabeth Bachman on Women’s Leadership & Influence |. Growing Your Business With People | S8E8

About the guest: Elizabeth Bachman is an internationally renowned Presentation Skills Trainer and Executive Coach, specializing in helping executive women raise their visibility and be recognized as the leaders they are. With over 30 years of experience as an international opera director, working with legends like Luciano Pavarotti and Placido Domingo, she now uses her expertise to help professionals master a message that brings funding, allies, and recognition. She has worked with Fortune 500 companies, government organizations, and industry leaders to empower women in male-dominated fields. Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the art of executive presence and communication with Elizabeth Bachman. She shares how women can command attention in meetings, get buy-in from stakeholders, and position themselves as strategic leaders. Drawing from her extensive background in opera and business coaching, Elizabeth reveals how to use strategy, storytelling, and delivery techniques to influence and inspire any audience—whether in the boardroom or on stage. Key Takeaways: ✅ How to raise your visibility and be seen as someone to follow, promote, or hire ✅ The three essential elements of a powerful presentation: Strategy, Script, and Style ✅ Why executive presence is crucial for career advancement and how to develop it ✅ How to get buy-in and persuade your audience in high-stakes situations ✅ The surprising connections between opera and business leadership Notable Quotes: 🎙️ "Speaking is a living art. Master the craft, and you master your career." 🎙️ "Visibility leads to opportunity—if they don’t know who you are, they won’t think to promote you." 🎙️ "Great leaders aren’t just experts; they are master communicators who inspire action." Tune in to learn how to stand out, speak up, and step into leadership with confidence! 🔔 Subscribe To Channel for the latest podcasts on growing your business & getting expert advice on solving problems https://www.youtube.com/@JKLAdvisors ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Podcast is currently on your favorite platforms: 👉Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1659743511 👉Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4RgF6I69FdiDzBgTLzZlWH 👉iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-growing-your-business-with-108104719/ 👉Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbf81855-67a9-4500-bdec-c45ace015170 ✅ Stay Connected With Us. 👉JKL Advisors: https://jkladvisors.ai/ 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grow... 👉Future Solve: https://www.futuresolve.com/ 👉Paradox: https://www.paradox.ai/ 👉Sevenstep: https://www.sevensteprpo.com/ ✅ For Business Inquiries: jeff@jkladvisors.ai

AI, Business, and the Future of Work with David Thomas | S8E7

About the guest: In this episode of Growing Your Business with People, host Jeff Lackey welcomes David Thomas, founder and CEO of Your AI Coach. David is an AI visionary with three groundbreaking patents and a rich history, including his time at Bell Labs, where he developed life-saving technology like the Adventure Safely app. Today, he helps businesses use AI responsibly and effectively. Episode Summary: We dive into the critical role AI plays in business today, how organizations can build AI literacy, and the ways AI can empower employees and transform the workforce. David shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities AI presents, the ethical implications of its use, and the importance of proper implementation to avoid costly mistakes. Key Takeaways: ✅ AI is not perfect, and it requires human oversight for fairness and effectiveness. ✅ AI literacy is essential for businesses to maximize AI’s potential. ✅ Ethical AI implementation can prevent costly mistakes and enhance workforce productivity. ✅ Companies should focus on people first—empowering employees before optimizing workflows. Notable Quotes: "We expect AI to be perfect, but it makes mistakes—just like we do." "AI literacy is a rising tide that lifts all boats, making your workforce more valuable than ever." "AI should empower employees, not replace them."🔔 Subscribe To Channel for the latest podcasts on growing your business & getting expert advice on solving problems https://www.youtube.com/@JKLAdvisors ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Podcast is currently on your favorite platforms: 👉Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1659743511 👉Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4RgF6I69FdiDzBgTLzZlWH 👉iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-growing-your-business-with-108104719/ 👉Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbf81855-67a9-4500-bdec-c45ace015170 ✅ Stay Connected With Us. 👉JKL Advisors: https://jkladvisors.ai/ 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grow... 👉Future Solve: https://www.futuresolve.com/ 👉Paradox: https://www.paradox.ai/ 👉Sevenstep: https://www.sevensteprpo.com/ ✅ For Business Inquiries: jeff@jkladvisors.ai

Unlocking Change and Growth with Jeff Bragg | S8E6

About the Guest: Jeff Bragg, seasoned executive with over 20 years of leadership experience at CVS Health, including his role as VP of Pharmacy Innovation. Now, he's the creative force behind My Local Video, helping businesses inspire and engage through media. Episode Summary: In this episode of Growing Your Business with People, host Jeff Lackey dives into the importance of storytelling, change management, and leveraging video as a strategic tool. Together with Jeff Bragg, they explore how businesses can navigate organizational transformation, communicate effectively, and create engaging content to drive culture and recruitment. Key Takeaways: Change Management Foundations: Successful change management requires tailored communication, strategic planning, and addressing both people and processes. The Power of Video: Video is a powerful tool for internal communication, culture building, and recruitment, offering realistic job previews and inspiring employees. Leadership and Change: Effective leaders anticipate change by "seeing around corners," setting clear expectations, and creating a culture that embraces transformation. Execution and Planning: Measurable plans and detailed execution are essential for seamless and impactful change implementation. Notable Quotes: "Change, especially at the beginning, can be associated with a decrease in productivity. Habits and routines can be powerful, but disruption requires planning." – Jeff Bragg "Tailoring your message to the audience and their journey is critical to creating impactful change." – Jeff Bragg 🔔 Subscribe To Channel for the latest podcasts on growing your business & getting expert advice on solving problems https://www.youtube.com/@JKLAdvisors ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Podcast is currently on your favorite platforms: 👉Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1659743511 👉Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4RgF6I69FdiDzBgTLzZlWH 👉iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-growing-your-business-with-108104719/ 👉Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbf81855-67a9-4500-bdec-c45ace015170 ✅ Stay Connected With Us. 👉JKL Advisors: https://jkladvisors.ai/ 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grow... 👉Future Solve: https://www.futuresolve.com/ 👉Paradox: https://www.paradox.ai/ 👉Sevenstep: https://www.sevensteprpo.com/ ✅ For Business Inquiries: jeff@jkladvisors.ai 🔔 Subscribe To Channel for the latest podcasts on growing your business & getting expert advice on solving problems https://www.youtube.com/@JKLAdvisors ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Podcast is currently on your favorite platforms: 👉Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1659743511 👉Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4RgF6I69FdiDzBgTLzZlWH 👉iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-growing-your-business-with-108104719/ 👉Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbf81855-67a9-4500-bdec-c45ace015170 ✅ Stay Connected With Us. 👉JKL Advisors: https://jkladvisors.ai/ 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grow... 👉Future Solve: https://www.futuresolve.com/ 👉Paradox: https://www.paradox.ai/ 👉Sevenstep: https://www.sevensteprpo.com/ ✅ For Business Inquiries: jeff@jkladvisors.ai

Jeff Bragg

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Stephen Steers

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Eddie Dunn

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From Napkin to Business Plan: Leadership Lessons with Brandon White | S8E3

About the Guest: Brandon White is a seasoned entrepreneur, angel investor, and host of The Brandon White Show, a top-ranked Apple podcast with over 500 episodes and 20,000 loyal listeners. An innovator in both business and podcasting, Brandon began podcasting in the 90s, a time when the medium was still emerging. He is also the author of Back of the Napkin to Business Plan in 11 Slides, a resource for aspiring entrepreneurs. Brandon’s entrepreneurial journey includes founding Trevally, weathering market crashes, and learning pivotal lessons from his mentors. Episode Summary: In this episode of Growing Your Business with People, host Jeff Lackey sits down with Brandon White to explore leadership, innovation, and the power of simple systems in scaling businesses. Brandon shares his incredible journey, including a life-changing encounter with a Sequoia Capital investor, the challenges of startup life, and the resilience required to succeed. Together, they discuss practical insights on creating effective leadership, developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), and crafting business plans that inspire and execute. Key Takeaways: What Makes a Leader Effective? Leadership requires trust in your team, empowering them to do the right thing while maintaining accountability. The Importance of SOPs: Standard Operating Procedures are essential to scaling a business. While startups thrive on innovation, structure ensures consistency and efficiency. Crafting a Business Plan: A business plan doesn't need to be lengthy—focus on clarity and purpose. Brandon advocates for an 11-slide approach to effectively communicate your vision. Resilience in Entrepreneurship: Brandon’s journey highlights the importance of adaptability, mentorship, and self-belief, even in the face of failure or setbacks. Notable Quotes: "The real work begins after raising money—it completely changes the profile of your company." "Trust your people to do the right thing; effective leadership is hands-off but accountable." "Innovation is exciting, but SOPs are the foundation that allows you to scale sustainably." "You don’t need 50 pages for a business plan—11 slides can communicate everything you need." 🔔 Subscribe To Channel for the latest podcasts on growing your business & getting expert advice on solving problems https://www.youtube.com/@JKLAdvisors ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Podcast is currently on your favorite platforms: 👉Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1659743511 👉Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4RgF6I69FdiDzBgTLzZlWH 👉iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-growing-your-business-with-108104719/ 👉Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbf81855-67a9-4500-bdec-c45ace015170 ✅ Stay Connected With Us. 👉JKL Advisors: https://jkladvisors.ai/ 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grow... 👉Future Solve: https://www.futuresolve.com/ 👉Paradox: https://www.paradox.ai/ 👉Sevenstep: https://www.sevensteprpo.com/ ✅ For Business Inquiries: jeff@jkladvisors.ai