The A to Z Podcast
The A to Z Podcast brings you bold conversations and expert insights at the intersection of leadership, business, real estate, and investing. Hosted by Dr. AZ, each episode dives deep into strategies, stories, and success frameworks that empower professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors to grow and thrive.
Whether you’re seeking fresh perspectives on organizational, leadership, or personal development, practical tools for scaling your business, or insider knowledge on real estate and investment opportunities, The A to Z Podcast equips you with actionable wisdom to take your impact to the next level.
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Episodes
80 episodes
Transforming Healthcare in Ethiopia: The Pioneer Behind Insurance & Innovation
With special guest: Dr. Girma Ababi | Founder & CEO of Liyana Healthcare plc, Liyana Digital Healthcare Solutions plc, and Liyana-Oxy Medical Gas Manufacturing | Healthcare Investor | Industry PioneerHe didn’t just practice medicine...
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1:16:29
From College Hustle to $300 Million Empire: The Culture-Driven Leader Who’s Moving the World
With special guest Nick Friedman | Co-Founder & President of College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving | Bestselling Author | Purpose-Driven EntrepreneurHe didn...
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48:54
From Passenger to Driver: A Comeback Story
Jake Thompson once described himself as a passenger in his own life, overweight, drinking daily, and drifting without purpose. Everything changed the day he picked up a single book that forced him to confront his truth: “My story sucked, and it...
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56:33
The AI Agent Advantage: How AI Agents Are Revolutionizing Business
With special guest: Thomas Scott | Founder & CEO of Stellar AI Solutions | AI Innovator | Business Systems BuilderHe didn’t just predict the future of AI, he built it. When Thomas Scott launched Stellar AI Solutions, he tested AI ag...
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1:05:31
From Tiny Apartment to $10 Million: The Wholesaler Who Built His Own Freedom
With special guest: Jeremy Beland | Off-Market Real Estate Expert | 450+ Deals Closed | REI Freedom CoachHe didn’t just flip properties – he flipped his life. Jeremy Beland traded his comfort zone for a coaching program, downs...
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58:48
No One Can Stop You But You: Interview with Walter Bond
The Power of the Shark Mindset with Hall of Fame Speaker & Former NBA Athlete, Walter BondFrom NBA locker rooms to the global stage, Walter Bond shares the raw truth about peak performance, personal greatness, and what it takes to wi...
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56:07
How to Strengthen Your Self-Belief as You Lead, Speak, and Resolve Conflict
In a world full of noise and uncertainty, self-confidence isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s a necessity.In this powerful episode, I sit down with Jeff Shimer, Vice President at Dale Carnegie Tampa, a leading authority in leadership and com...
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57:24
The Art of Ethical Persuasion with Derek Seckinger
Why influencing others isn’t a "sales tactic"—it’s the core skill for fulfilling your mission, hitting targets, and leading change.We unpack how to wield influence with integrity, including:Persuasion as Leadership ...
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1:05:14
Hard Hats & High Stakes: Building Boldly in Business and Life with Britney Mroczkowski
She didn’t just climb the ladder — she built it.In this powerful episode of The A to Z Podcast, I sit down with Britney Mroczkowski, CCIM — a trailblazer in commercial real estate who turned grit into growth, and blueprin...
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57:36
Can Human Leadership Survive AI? | Eddie Turner on Courage, Relevance & Reinvention
In this powerful episode of The A to Z Podcast, Dr. AZ Habtewold sits down with global executive coach and keynote speaker Eddie Turner to answer a pressing question of our time: Can leadership remain relevant in the age of A...
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31:40
The Science of High-Performing Teams (with Dr. David Burkus)
What Makes Great Teams Thrive — Even in the Age of AIWhy do some teams thrive under pressure while others collapse- even with the best talent? In this must-watch episode, Dr. David Burkus breaks down the real science be...
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1:07:10
Should leaders mute their emotions — or master them?
In this very short highlight from our full one-hour conversation, Sylvia and I explored the fine line between emotional discipline and emotional suppression.🧠 What does real emotional intelligence look like in practice?💥 Can expre...
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Psychological Safety: The #1 Factor for Building High-Performing Teams | Walk and Talk with Dr. AZ
🌟 What’s the #1 factor that separates high-performing teams from the rest?It’s not talent, strategy, or resources — it’s Psychological Safety.🔍 Research shows teams with high psychological safety:✅ Perform 27% better...
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Leading with Emotional Intelligence in Life and Leadership
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Sylvia Baffour—renowned Executive Coach, globally recognized speaker, and creator of the Dare to Care™ framework. Sylvia doesn’t just teach emotional intelligence—she lives it, having helped leaders fro...
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1:03:22
3 Game-Changing Skills for Success in Real Estate & Business Brokerage
In commercial real estate and business brokerage, it’s easy to think numbers are everything… But in my experience, the most successful professionals are those who master the human side of the business.Here are the 3 game-...
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15:21
Human + AI: Integrate or Get Left Behind
AI is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. In this episode, Dr. AZ shares a practical and inspiring guide to integrating with AI in three vital dimensions:Input – Why giving better prompts leads to better results....
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8:47
Unleash the Power of Attentive Listening by Engaging our Ears, Mind, and Heart to Actively Listen
🎯 Stop Talking. Start Listening: The Skill Every Leader Needs 👂💡🛑 Communication isn’t just about talking—it’s a two-way street. But how often do we actually slow down and listen?💼 As leaders, entrepreneurs...
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17:24
Combating Filler Words That Dilute Your Message and Distract Your Audience
#PublicSpeakingTips #TalkLikeAPro #SpeakBetterTired of filler words? Ever catch yourself saying uhhh mid-sentence and think, “Why do I do that?” You’re not alone. Filler words like um, uh, and like can weaken your message and reduce your...
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11:00
Unlock Your Potential in Commercial Real Estate & Business Investments!
🚀 Unlock Your Potential in Commercial Real Estate & Business Investments! 🚀Are you looking to buy, sell, or invest in commercial properties or businesses—now or in the future? Let us help you achieve your goals faster...
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10:52
Considerations to Exit Your Company With Fat Check
🚨 Attention Business Owners: The Exit Strategies You Can’t Afford to Ignore Did you know 41% of U.S. small businesses are owned by baby boomers—and many are unprepared for what comes next? Whether you’re part of the 13.6 million boo...
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10:13
3 Lessons from Gavin Newsom and Charlie Kirk Encounter
In this clip, I shared 3 lessons professionals, leaders, & entrepreneurs may consider from the recent podcast launch of California’s governor, Gavin Newsom, who invited, in his first episode, someone from the opposition, Charlie Kirk, Execu...
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35:55
Why Go For Survival When You Can Thrive With The Same Effort, Time, and Energy
Which one is hard to strive for, SURVIVAL or THRIVING? Which one should we opt for?In yesterday's "Talk on the Beach with AZ, I answered this question using an interesting (confrontational) conversation I had last year in VA with a passi...
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5 What Not To Do If You Desire To Influence Your Boss
Leaders who don’t get along with their superiors are ineffective. They can’t get things done and are liabilities to the people they lead. Effective leaders are RESOURCEFUL and go beyond their backyard to attract resources, support, and form all...
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35:25
Three Development Areas to Grow Holistically
There is no debate among high performers and successful people concerning the importance of growth. It looks like they grow HOLISTICALLY in 3 common development areas.Of course, they may not grow uniformly in all three growth areas at a ...
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22:36
Why You Should Investment in Yourself Before You Invest in Any Other Investments
I am taking walk in South Tampa, a beautiful place to take walk- On one side blue ocean water, on the other beautiful homes, and on the horizon, beautiful skyscrapers. In this short clip, I shared the place while narrating the main...
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