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293: Attract Top Talent and Build a Thriving Culture

With author Grant Botma

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There’s the saying that goes ‘Nice guys finish last.’

Then there’s the nice guy who proves he’s the exception to the rule.

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And in the world of mortgage brokers, nice guys can be an anomaly. But today’s guest is trying his best to change that, starting with sharing about his own leadership style.

His name is Grant Botma and his new book is called The Problem Isn’t Their Paycheck: How to Attract Top Talent and Build a Thriving Company Culture.

His company Stewardship is an Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Companies in America.

And not only are Grant’s employees among the most productive in their field, but every single one of them loves their job.

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292: Transform Your Business Through Meaningful Engagement

With Amanda Slavin, author of The Seventh Level

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My guest today brings a ton of knowledge around the topic of developing true engagement both internally and externally.

She also brings with her a lot of excitement and downright fun.

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Make no mistake. Amanda Slavin (pronounced SLAY-vuhn) is definitely right where she is supposed to be doing exactly what she was made to do.

Her brand new book, released October 20, is called The Seventh Level: Transform Your Business Through Meaningful Engagement with Your Customers and Employees.

Today, and in her book, she unveils the tools to measure and grow your brand’s engagement, forge a deeper, more personal connection with customers, and unite your employees around a shared mission.

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291: How to Have Conversations That Matter with Celeste Headlee

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Over the years, I have been asked numerous times to recommend books on helping to improve communication skills.

My go-to list is a short one but includes my favorite and most effective books on the topic.

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There is now a new book and a new author topping that list for me.

Her name is Celeste Headlee and her book is called We Need to Talk: How to Have Conversations That Matter.

In it, Celeste outlines the strategies that have helped make her a better conversationalist and offers actionable steps that you too can take to improve your communication skills.

Learn more about the book that Publishers Weekly calls, “Powerful.”

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290: Build Your Business, Quit Your Job, and Live Your Ideal Lifestyle

With Tom and Ariana Sylvester

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I’ve never met today’s guests in person, but from the moment I began talking with them, I felt like I’d known them for years.

It is obvious from the get-go that they sincerely are all about helping others realize their lifestyle dreams.

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Their names are Tom and Ariana Sylvester and their brand new book is called Lifestyle Builders: Build Your Business, Quit Your Job, and Live Your Ideal Lifestyle.

They are here to help guide current and aspiring entrepreneurs through the major aspects of “making it happen” with a simple, step-by-step process.

They’ll provide the inspiration and clarity to unlock the secrets of making your ideal life a reality!

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289: Taking the Work Out of Networking with Karen Wickre

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My guest today has spent time at both Google and Twitter. So, to say she knows a bit about networking is a gross understatement.

Now, she’s a senior consultant at the global advisory firm Brunswick Group, and shows no signs of slowing down.

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Her name is Karen Wickre (WICK-ree) and her book is called Taking the Work Out of Networking: Your Guide to Making and Keeping Great Connections.

The reality is most of us hate networking. But what if there was a better way to cultivate real and ongoing connections – without leaving your comfort zone?

Karen’s book is a thorough guide for anyone who wants to turn the dreaded idea of “networking” into a valuable habit that can be put to use throughout your career and life.

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