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Follow The Brand Podcast with Host Grant McGaugh
Are you ready to take your personal brand and business development to the next level? Then you won't want to miss the exciting new podcast dedicated to helping you tell your story in the most compelling way possible. Join me as I guide you through the process of building a magnetic personal brand, creating valuable relationships, and mastering the art of networking. With my expert tips and practical strategies, you'll be well on your way to 5-star success in both your professional and personal life. Don't wait - start building your 5-STAR BRAND TODAY!
Episodes
225 episodes
Space Mom vs. The Universe: The 64-Gram Revolution
From flipping dosas to flipping the script on who belongs in space, Dr. Srimathy Kesan's journey defies expectations at every turn. After 18 years as a homemaker who could barely remember her English vocabulary, a chance meeting with an old fri...
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Season 5
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Episode 34
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42:44
Why 70% of AI Transformations Fail—and the B.R.A.V.E. Playbook That Beats the Odds
The moment Aaron Plush was pulled from his second-grade classroom to test early Macintosh computers, his path in technology was set. This formative experience sparked a journey that would lead him through global program management roles and tra...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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35:48
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The $847 Billion Rebellion: How Your Apple Watch Will Destroy Healthcare Insurance Forever
What if your fitness tracker could revolutionize not just your health habits, but the entire healthcare system? This fascinating conversation with João Bocas, globally recognized as "The Wearable Expert," explores how wearable technology might ...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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44:31
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Black Media's $259 Billion Problem: High Engagement, Zero Ad Dollars
A chance encounter with Black Enterprise founder Earl Graves forever changed 19-year-old Dexter Bridgeman's life. Standing in Graves' impressive Madison Avenue office, young Bridgeman declared, "One day I'm going to be a publisher." Fast forwar...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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40:25
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From $45M Empire to Ground Zero: How Elite Leaders Transform Crisis Into Unstoppable Growth
What if entrepreneurial success didn't have to come at the expense of your health, relationships, and happiness? Michael Erath, founder and CEO of Next Level Growth, challenges conventional business wisdom with a revolutionary approach born fro...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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38:37
Why Your AI Strategy Is Wrong: The $2 Trillion Bet on Imperfection
Have you ever wondered how the future arrives faster than anyone can predict it? Tech futurist Richie Etwaru joins us to explain why "futurists are out of work" in a world where technology adoption happens so rapidly that five-year predictions ...
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Season 5
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Episode 33
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46:59
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The Reputation Kings: How Two Utah Entrepreneurs Are Saving Small Businesses From Digital Destruction
The battle for your brand's credibility is fought in the digital realm, where reputation can make or break your business overnight. Scott Bradley and DJ Sprague, the self-proclaimed "Reputation Kings" from Utah, dive deep into the often misunde...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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47:06
From Rock Bottom to Real Estate Royalty: The $300 Million Transformation That Redefines Entrepreneurial Grit
What if getting hit by a car could be the best thing that ever happened to you? For Jason Yarusi, this seemingly catastrophic moment became the catalyst that transformed his life from angry, unfulfilled NYC bartender to multimillion-dollar real...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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35:16
Nurturing Difference, Leading Change: How Nicole Dieudonne Is Redefining Compassionate Leadership in Healthcare"
The journey from frontline nurse to respected healthcare leader rarely follows a straight path. Nicole Dieudonne's story—spanning 37 years in nursing with 30+ years in leadership positions—proves that sometimes the most powerful leadership emer...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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33:27
Less Noise. More Voice: Lisa Coleman’s Road to the Boardroom
A blood-soaked pillow and a 14-year-old's helplessness forever shaped Lisa Coleman's approach to healthcare. Now Director of Critical Care at Jackson Memorial Hospital, Lisa shares the pivotal moment that ignited her nursing career and the valu...
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Season 3
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Episode 35
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22:49
From Mindful Moments to Measurable Momentum: Embedding Wellbeing in the DNA of Business
What if your most valuable asset isn't listed anywhere on your balance sheet? As businesses struggle with burnout, retention, and ever-increasing demands, well-being strategist Anita Barbero offers a compelling vision for transforming workplace...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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45:18
From Million-Mile Executive to Candle Entrepreneur featuring Sherry Owens-Thompson
What happens when a million-mile corporate traveler trades global supply chains for hand-poured candles? Sherry Owens-Thompson's remarkable transformation from retail VP to founder of Wild Orchid Candle Company reveals how decades of strategic ...
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Season 3
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Episode 34
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42:30
From Brand to Bank with Brand Master Grant McGaugh
Solving the $10,000 Problem: Your Path from Personal Brand to Investment-Ready BusinessWhat separates thriving businesses from struggling ones? According to Grant McGaugh, CEO of Five Star BDM, it's the ability to solve high-value probl...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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37:26
The Heart Behind the Hustle: Alexander Fernandez and the Rise of Relationship-Centered Operations Leadership
What happens when compassion meets operational excellence in healthcare leadership? Alexander Fernandez's journey from frontline nursing to Corporate Director at Jackson Health System reveals the transformative power of people-centered leadersh...
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Season 3
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Episode 34
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23:29
When Leadership Gets Real: Dr. Devita Price on Building Something That Actually Heals
What does authentic leadership look like in high-stress healthcare environments? Dr. Devita Price, Director of Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital, reveals the powerful intersection of personal resilience and professional excellence in this cand...
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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20:24
The Reinvention Blueprint with Professor Everton "Richard" Thompson
What happens when your work no longer feels true to who you are? In this eye-opening conversation with Professor Richard Thompson, we explore the challenging yet rewarding journey from corporate success to educational impact – a transition that...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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46:18
Powering Vision, Promoting Value: Pedro Valdes Jr. Leads with Purpose in the Shadows of Healthcare
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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35:14
The Genius of Boring: How Ron Reich built a seven figure empire by breaking all the rules.
What does it really take to scale a business from six figures to seven figures and beyond? Ron Reich, business growth and marketing strategist with nearly two decades of experience, breaks down the journey that took him from stuffing flyers in ...
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Season 7
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Episode 25
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40:21
Quiet Resonance: How Healthcare's Most Powerful Brands Whisper Rather Than Shout
What does it truly mean to lead with quiet strength in healthcare? Mavel Arinal, Corporate Director for Clinical Practice and Regulatory Compliance at Jackson Health System, demonstrates how soft-spoken determination can drive transformative ch...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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32:08
From Burnout to Breakthrough: How Rachel Sanders Is Rewiring Wellness with Smart Simplicity
When Rachel Sanders couldn't shake her post-pregnancy health struggles despite "doing all the wellness things," she discovered a hidden culprit that affects millions of women: cortisol imbalance. This revelation not only transformed her own wel...
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30:46
The Science of Scalp: How This Trichologist Is Bridging Beauty and Healthcare
Prepare to transform your understanding of hair care as trichologist Mimi reveals the fascinating medical science behind healthy hair and scalp. With over 31 years of experience and a holistic health background, Mimi shares insights that connec...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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32:26
Leadership Through Listening: How Paul Young is changing Retail Operations and Customer Loyalty at Best Buy
What does it take to rise from hourly employee to respected corporate analyst at a retail giant like Best Buy? Paul Young's remarkable 24-year journey reveals powerful leadership lessons that transcend retail and apply to any organization navig...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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39:17
Healing Through Health: Monique Allen's Mission in Native American Healthcare
The transformative power of lived experience drives Monique Allen's mission to revolutionize healthcare access for Native American communities. As a woman who defied doctors' predictions that she wouldn't survive past age 12, Monique has channe...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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40:36