With her finger on the pulse of digital innovation, Christy Barker serves as the Vice President and Chief Information Officer at the prestigious Olin Corporation. Join us as we uncover Christy's fascinating journey to the top, exploring the pivotal moments that shaped her career and propelled her into her current role. From navigating complex IT landscapes to driving transformative initiatives, Christy shares her wealth of expertise and offers invaluable insights into the world of corporate technology.
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Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Join us for an illuminating episode with Charles Fred, a stalwart in entrepreneurship, leadership, and organizational learning. With nearly four decades of experience, Charles aims to create half a million net new jobs in the next decade. As the bestselling author of "Breakaway" and the force behind groundbreaking ventures like the Breakaway Group and TrueSpace, Charles is a pioneer in e-learning and sustainable enterprise. Tune in as he shares insights on startups, scale-ups, and the leadership principles driving growth in today's competitive landscape.
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- Charles’ LinkedIn
- TrueSpace
- The 24-Hour Rule: Leading in a Frenetic World
- Download The Five Conditions Assessment
Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Step into the world of PHOS Creative with Brandon West, the visionary founder who started it all from his home office at just 26. Based in sunny Florida, PHOS Creative isn't your typical digital marketing agency—it's a strategy-first powerhouse that's earned accolades from the Inc. 5000 to Florida Trend Magazine. In this episode, we explore how PHOS Creative's growth and vibrant culture reflect Brandon's mission to cultivate true flourishing in people and organizations while embodying the love of Jesus.
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Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Discover the remarkable journey of Karen Kranenburg, from polo enthusiast to CEO of Polo & More. Karen's love for horses led her to excel in polo and later helm a leading marketing consultancy. As an avid traveler and art collector, she finds inspiration in diverse cultures, from the peaks of Everest to the streets of Mali. Join us as we explore Karen's blend of passion, entrepreneurship, and global exploration, showcasing how her diverse experiences shape her innovative approach to business and life's adventures.
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Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
As a Chief Information Officer with over two decades of experience in the industry, Rick Hall says he is not "your typical IT guy." Beyond his role at Royal Canin, Rick is deeply involved in academia, serving on multiple university boards and teaching classes in management, leadership, and organizational behavior. Tune in he shares his unique approach to shaping digital strategy and driving business growth.
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Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Join us as Laura Sawyier, a leading style, wardrobe, and confidence consultant, takes us on a deep dive into the world of fashion psychology. Drawing from her extensive expertise and research in the Applied Psychology of Fashion, Laura illuminates the transformative power of personal style in fostering self-confidence and authentic self-expression. Listen now and be empowered to elevate your self-image with intentionality.
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Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Join Kimberly Martin, EVP at Mastercard, as she shares insights on leading globally distributed teams, advocating for women in tech, and fostering inclusivity for neurodiverse demographics. With over three decades of industry experience, Kimberly emphasizes the importance of analytical skills and strategy in driving organizational success. She also champions the cause of inclusivity. Tune in to gain valuable insights from Kimberly's career journey and discover how to leverage diversity and innovation in today's business landscape.
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Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Sarah Petty looks through everything with a boutique lens. After leaving corporate America, she founded the Premier School For Advancing Your Portrait Photography Business because of the lack of educational institutions offering what photographers need to be profitable and successful in the industry. Listen in to find out how investing in herself - and her relationships - helped Sarah pull off boutique excellence.
Guest Links:
- Sarah’s LinkedIn
- The Photography Business Institute
- SarahPetty.com
- Worth Every Penny: Build a Business That Thrills Your Customers and Still Charge What You're Worth
- Dr. Basima Williams
- Article: Why you should select one word to focus on all year
Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Need more play in your life? Meet Kristi Herold. Best-selling author, professional speaker and award-winning CEO & Founder of JAM, Kristi is obsessed with building "workPLAYce cultures." What started as a lifestyle business has grown through 10+ acquisitions into one of the world's largest adult recreational sports league providers. In her book, "It Pays to PLAY," Kristi helps organizations playfully connect with their teams and see improvements in retention, engagement, and innovation. Check out our episode and then close the laptop, step away, and play.
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- Kristi’s LinkedIn
- KristiHerold.com
- JAMGroup.com
- Kristi’s Instagram
- Kristi’s YouTube Channel
- It Pays to PLAY: How Play Improves Business Culture
- Kristi’s free PLAYbook-PLUS 25% off a JAM event with your team
Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Whether training for a triathlon or leading the transformation of a cross-functional business unit, Jana Merfen truly gives it her all. When she was recruited into one of the top professional services firms as a new college graduate, little did she know that within 14 years, she would be named among Ingram’s “40 Under 40” executives for exhibiting the highest levels of integrity and community engagement. Listen to Jana share stories about her ascension to Chief Technology Officer, and see how she pushes companies and teams into new realms.
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Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Join an inspiring conversation with Jen Wischnowsky, a technology leader at Ameren, to explore her journey from finance to data transformation. Jen shares insights on navigating the challenges of motherhood alongside a successful career, all while driving the charge in Robotic Process Automation and other exciting technologies. Get ready for a candid conversation filled with practical wisdom and inspiration.
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Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Meet Coach Donnie Campbell, a high school math teacher and basketball coach from Kansas, whose life took an unexpected turn when he became the source of inspiration for actor Jason Sudeikis and his world-famous persona, Ted Lasso. Discover how Donnie's wisdom and positivity influenced Jason's character during their time together on the basketball court at Shawnee Mission West. Donnie shares insights around his core values and the enduring impact of believing in yourself...and those around you.
Guest Links:
- Donnie’s LinkedIn
- CoachDonnieCampbell.com
- Upside Speakers/Donnie Campbell
- The Pyramid of SUCCESS by Coach John Wooden
Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
By pushing herself to achieve excellence, Michelle Greene has risen from a data analyst to chief information officer for a leading healthcare institution. With over two decades of global tech expertise, she places a premium on servant leadership, a people-first culture, and equipping her team to drive innovation. Learn from Michelle's inspirational journey and her vision for fostering kindness and collaboration.
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Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
The best-selling author of “Making Your Leadership Come Alive" - among other popular titles - Jeremie Kubicek is a living model of encouragement and ideas. Learn more about his background building companies across the world, and find out why he believes that the secret of leadership is knowing yourself and your tendencies.
Guest Links:
- Jeremie's LinkedIn
- JeremieKubicek.com
- GiANT Worldwide
- The Peace Index: A Five-Part Framework to Conquer Chaos and Find Fulfillment
- Making Your Leadership Come Alive: 7 Actions to Increase Your Influence
- The Communication Code: Unlock Every Relationship One Conversation At A Time
- The 5 Voices: How to Communicate Effectively With Everyone You Lead
- The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following
- The 5 Gears: How to Be Present and Productive When There is Never Enough
Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
An IT executive with an exceptional record driving digital transformation, Jess Evans' energy is infectious. She has built a distinguished career spanning diverse sectors like supply chain, consulting, banking, insurance, and higher education. Tune in to find out why Jess says 'Caring is an element that separates not just good leaders, but great leaders.'
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Credits:
- Host: Lisa Nichols
- Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
- Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
- Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
President and CEO of Care Net, Roland Warren is a prominent advocate for the importance of fatherhood in America. His unmatched dedication to empower men for this pivotal role is evident in both secular and faith-based groups. Check out his discussion with Lisa for tips on leveraging your vision, strategic abilities, and determination to bring about change.
Guest Links:
- Roland's LinkedIn
- Care Net
- Bad Dads of the Bible: 8 Mistakes Every Good Dad Can Avoid
- Raising Sons of Promise: A Guide for Single Mothers of Boys
Credits:
- Host: Lisa Nichols
- Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
- Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
- Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Get ready for the new year with Julie Spencer Washington, who talks about leveraging her extensive marketing acumen from Procter & Gamble, Jamba Juice, and other ventures to reshape healthcare at Trinity Health. She understands the importance of patient-centered services, not only from a business standpoint but also from her own mother’s 46-year battle with breast cancer. As her greatest source of inspiration, Julie has also written "Recipes for Joyous Living," to celebrate her mom's strength and stories through highlighting their favorite family recipes. This episode is a real treat!
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Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
Tune in for a curated selection of standout moments in this episode of Something Extra. Join us as we reminisce and glean insights from the incredible narratives and invaluable guidance shared by our exceptional guests throughout 2023. Let their wisdom pave the way for your journey into what we hope will be your most remarkable year yet.
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- Ep 219 – Dr. Margie Warrell
- Ep 222 – Dale Kreienkamp
- Ep 226 – Mark Miller
- Ep 234 – Joel Manby
- Ep 236 – Deb Liu
- Ep 237 – Zach Clark
- Ep: 239 – Jenny Heal
- Ep 248 – Lucas Rouggly
- Ep 249 – Dana Spinola
- Ep 250 – Bob Tiede
- Ep 253 – Tom Ziglar
Credits:
Host: Lisa Nichols
Executive Producer: Jenny Heal
Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski
Podcast Engineer: Portside Media
This week, we invite you to join us for a fun and fast-paced conversation with 'Dissecting Popular IT Nerds' host Phil Howard. Phil and Lisa are not only passionate about leveraging technology to advance business outcomes but also care about leaning into their purpose and living a life of service. You won't want to miss this episode as we come to the end of another great year of Something Extra!
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Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Jenny Heal, Executive Producer; Kendall Brewer, Leadership Programs; Joe Szynkowski, Marketing Support; Portside Media, Podcast Engineer
Join us this week as we share the transformational story of Kappa Studios, a major post-production house that once served some of the biggest filmmakers in Hollywood. That is, until, Kappa Founder, Paul Long and his business partner, Brad Silverman, felt the call to step away from the money and lean into their values. Today, they work on faith-centered shows and films such as The Chosen that have made an undeniable impact on the industry.
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Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Jenny Heal, Executive Producer; Kendall Brewer, Leadership Programs; Joe Szynkowski, Marketing Support; Portside Media, Podcast Engineer
"Fear means you are right on the verge of growth or a breakthrough." As a successful Chief People Officer, Debi Wolfe is the first to admit she feels afraid more than you might expect. However, the important thing is to continue moving through the discomfort. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about her career journey from sales to human resources, and learn how she continually reminds herself to lean into courage.
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Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Jenny Heal, Executive Producer; Kendall Brewer, Leadership Programs; Joe Szynkowski, Marketing Support; Portside Media, Podcast Engineer
As a technology executive, Angie Schelker understands the importance of career transitions. Without them, she says, we can miss out on opportunities for growth. Whether you consider yourself a technologist or a stranger to the field, we encourage you to check out this conversation about taking the leap.
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Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Jenny Heal, Executive Producer; Kendall Brewer, Leadership Programs; Joe Szynkowski, Marketing Support; Portside Media, Podcast Engineer
While most people see the highlight reel of an entrepreneur's journey, the path also comes with plenty of challenges beneath the surface. Join us as Lauren Sweeney, Dotted Line Agency Founder and CEO, discusses the white-knuckle phase of becoming a business owner and how to overcome inherent setbacks. You'll learn how to celebrate the wins in your work and savor the little moments of delight outside of it.
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Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Jenny Heal, Executive Producer; Kendall Brewer, Leadership Programs; Joe Szynkowski, Marketing Support; Portside Media, Podcast Engineer
Make a splash this week with President Fernanda Souza Gilbertson of Essig Pools, a company that truly transcends the mere construction of swimming pools. Regardless of your industry, this conversation will leave you with valuable insights on prioritizing excellence in your profession and embodying the essence of a people-centric leader.
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Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Jenny Heal, Executive Producer; Kendall Brewer, Leadership Programs; Joe Szynkowski, Marketing Support; Portside Media, Podcast Engineer
As a seasoned tennis player, Liz O'Keefe uses several lessons learned from the court to inform her work and leadership. As the CEO of Technical Productions, Inc., she discusses working with country artists, shifting her business model during the pandemic, and innovating continuously. Most of all, Liz is focused on understanding and serving others.
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Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Jenny Heal, Executive Producer; Kendall Brewer, Leadership Programs; Joe Szynkowski, Marketing Support; Portside Media, Podcast Engineer
Breaking Boundaries in Corporate Tech w/ Christy Barker
47:40
Helping Post-Startup Companies Scale & Sustain w/ Charles Fred
51:25
Explore Business as a Ministry w/ Brandon West
47:34
Finding the Courage to Try New Experiences w/ Karen Kranenburg
47:05
Breaking the IT Mold w/ Rick Hall
49:12
Owning Your Style & Overcoming Decision Fatigue w/ Laura K. Sawyier
48:19
Empowering Women and Embracing Neurodiversity in Tech w/ Kimberly Martin
48:44
Investing in Your Own Growth w/ Sarah Petty
51:13
Rediscover What It Means to Play w/ Kristi Herold
43:20
Leading Beyond Boundaries w/ Jana Merfen
49:46
Balancing Motherhood, Career, and Tech w/ Jen Wischnowsky
47:05
Learn How to Believe Like Ted Lasso w/ Coach Donnie Campbell
58:47
Breaking Through Your Comfort Zone w/ Michelle Greene
47:25
Become a Leader Worth Following w/ Jeremie Kubicek
43:49
Nurturing Teams for Tech Success w/ Jess Evans
56:51
Empowering Fatherhood and Driving Change w/ Roland Warren
45:15
From Corporate Marketing to Patient-Centered Passion w/ Julie Spencer Washington
52:38
Best of 2023 w/ Something Extra
43:26
Owning an Attitude of Gratitude w/ Phil Howard
1:01:37
A Lifestyle of Radical Dependence w/ Paul Long and Brad Silverman
48:49
Don't Be Brave, Do Brave w/ Debi Wolfe
51:51
The Benefits of Going Sideways in Your Career w/ Angie Schelker
43:29
Bringing Purpose and Passion to Your Role w/ Lauren Sweeney
45:31
Crafting Timeless Memories: The Pursuit of Excellence w/ Fernanda Souza Gilbertson
46:02
What's Happening on the Other Side of the Net w/ Liz O'Keefe
39:33