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In today‘s episode, I sit down with Marie-Elizabeth Mali, a relationship alchemist who helps high-achieving women cultivate love and relationships. Listen in as we discuss the power of relationships and connection. Topics include: How her call to adventure moment to study relationships came out of her own divorce. Why entrepreneurs compartmentalize their personal relationships so often and what you can do to blend the two together. Why it’s important to bring science to the art of communicating with your significant other. Exactly what to do if you’ve been bottling your emotions and avoiding confrontation in your relationships The surprising truth about what a lump in your throat is really telling you (It’s not what you think) One of the most important things to notice about your partner and the space you share. How to be a “team player” in your current relationship and what behaviors to avoid. Why it’s not just you and your partner in the relationship and why you cannot ignore this very important “third person” And much more! As a Relationship Alchemist and Speaker Marie-Elizabeth Mali helps high-achieving women cultivate love and connection in their intimate relationships. Drawing on her Master’s in Chinese Medicine and over 20 years of working with clients, she teaches all women how to show up fully and authentically instead of trying to twist themselves to fit in. Marie-Elizabeth’s work has been featured in Thrive Global, SWAAY, and Forbes. Mentioned in this episode: Brene Brown Learn more about Marie-Elizabeth Mali: Marie Elizabeth’s Website Relationship Alchemy Quiz Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

As the Managing Partner of Swarm, Nate Cooper has helped everyone from National Geographic to People Magazine boost their digital business. Today he’s revealing how he does it—from reimagining how essential pieces play into the bigger picture to defining what it really takes to create a full customer experience. Topics include: Drawing the lines between creative and technical pursuits The relationship between functionality and beauty (and why you can’t have one without the other) Why customer experience matters way more than you think The biggest tech mistakes marketers make The pitfalls of rushing through projects without testing What will give your efforts a higher rate of success Thinking about the impact you want to make vs. what things cost Asking yourself how much maintenance your digital presence will require (and why it’s important for your business) Trusting yourself to own your ideas (and make them happen!) And so much more! Nate Cooper is an entrepreneur, writer, and consultant in New York City. Nate has been developing websites professionally since 1997. His book Build Your Own Website: A Comic Guide to HTML, CSS and WordPress has been a bestseller in Programming: CSS books on Amazon.com. He runs a boutique product design agency called SWARM. SWARM works closely with their clients as strategic partners to understand their industry’s unique problems and engineer innovative solutions for their projects in web and digital. Mentioned in this episode: Malcolm Gladwell Learn more about Nate Cooper: swarmnyc.com Twitter Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

Meghan Lynch is a wiz at getting things done. And as the CEO of Six-Point Creative, she helps second-stage companies clarify their vision, align their teams, and unlock their full potential. Today she’s revealing what it takes to develop a winning formula that both your teams and your clients can benefit from. We also discuss why testing fresh ideas out on yourself will lead to some major insights. Topics include: The stronger your process, the more your customers will trust you Developing internal processes vs. the ones geared for your clients Why the biggest learning moment for Meghan took place when hiring a team What it really means to know yourself (and your business) Why your clients are often on emotional rollercoasters (and what that can teach you about empathy, setting expectations, and strategy) What it really looks like to be a second-stage company (and why you shouldn’t be so hard on your failures at that stage) Getting into the humble space The role (and power) of peer learning when it comes to building relationships And so much more! Meghan Lynch founded Six-Point Creative with a mission to help the family-owned and closely-held businesses that have become job creators and change engines in their communities compete with the goliaths. Six-Point Creative provides clients with the experience and expertise to make smarter, faster, better positioning decisions that drive growth. Mentioned in this episode: Sara Blakely Learn more about Meghan Lynch: sixpointcreative.com Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

In today’s episode, Broadway performer Ben Bogen reveals the real challenges he had to overcome when the entire industry shut down during the pandemic. Listen in as we unpack how Ben (and other performers) made impossible things happen in more-than-unusual circumstances and discuss the relationship between politics, protests, and the arts. Topics include: His own personal journey into the Broadway world A true inside glimpse into the world of performing arts What happened to performers in the industry when everything shut down The true power of live theater What the pandemic taught him about ingenuity (and what it can teach you too) Contributing to the greater good in small ways How (and why) his career began to transform after he took matters into his own hands Overcoming adversity in the face of a shut-down industry And so much more! Ben bogen is a Manhattan based performer having recently made his television debut on the series finale of POSE and is starring in an upcoming indie feature film “Sunday Brunch” coming out later in 2021. Most known for his stage work in Broadway’s FROZEN (Olaf understudy, Duke Weselton understudy) and the Broadway National Tour of JERSEY BOYS (Frankie Valli alternate); Ben tours around the country teaching masterclasses in auditioning, dance, acting, and song performance to kids/teens/adults. Off Broadway/World Premieres: ONLY HUMAN (NY), THE FLAMINGO KID (Hartford Stage), and SOUSATZKA (Toronto). Regional: Pittsburgh CLO, North Carolina Theatre, and Center REP. Ben works with students virtually through Broadway Plus. Mentioned in this episode: Andrew Rannells Learn more about Ben Bogen: benbogen.com Instagram Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

Throughout her impressive career in learning and development, Carolyn Kiel has always wanted to create a space where people could share their extraordinary backstories with the world. So she started the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast—a candid show that highlights amazing conversations with a variety of people. In today’s episode, Carolyn reveals how she built her podcast from the ground up and how you can do it too. Topics include: Learning a little something new everyday Diving into the podcasting community for advice Having conversations with people who have been in your shoes before Defining what consistency means for you Building your bookings through referrals (from your inner circle and your audience) How to book high-profile guests The importance of continuing your follow-ups (even if you don’t hear back right away) Finding stories (and people) that excite you Staying true to yourself when it comes to interviewing people (and making your show yours) Her process for saying no to guests (and how to make it work for you) Putting in the work vs. relying on your talent And so much more! Carolyn Kiel is a learning design manager at a Fortune 500 company. Prior to working in learning & development, she held roles in change management, risk management, and data governance in the financial services industry. Carolyn also hosts the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast, where she has interviewed more than 120 entrepreneurs, CEOs and media personalities about how they’ve overcome obstacles to build their careers and achieve their goals. Carolyn has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Vassar College and a master’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mentioned in this episode: Brandon Stanton Learn more about Carolyn Kiel: beyond6seconds.net Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

For more than fifteen years, Owlish Communications CEO JD Gershbein has made LinkedIn his playground—and boy has he played! Not only has he unlocked everything the platform has to offer, but he also happily shares what he knows with clients so they can use it to its full potential. In today’s episode, JD breaks down the science behind LinkedIn, and explores the intellectual and emotional components of social networking. Topics include: How a middle school project inspired the name of his company The relationship between LinkedIn and neuroscience The pragmatic vs. the creative Why generating leads should never be your motivation Moving away from transactional relationships and into a human-centered approach Why your network is an untapped goldmine What you should do when you’re feeling overwhelmed The art (and importance) of keeping conversations in play Balancing content creation with cultivating connections The urgency of content The importance of bringing people to your best pieces of content Challenging yourself to keep things fresh, creative, and improvisational every day you post Why you need to protect your intellectual property And so much more! As one of the world’s first independent LinkedIn consultants, JD Gershbein is driving the conversation on personal branding and how businesses can generate growth opportunities through human-centered social networking. He delivers sustainable competitive advantage for professionals and companies looking to leverage their stories, build engaged communities, and effect positive change. Mentioned in this episode: Paul McCartney Learn more about JD Gershbein: LinkedIn Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

Kristin Swanson is on a mission to turn her clients’ someday projects into today’s projects. How does she do it? She teaches them how to take complete charge of managing their emotions as well as how they spend their energy and time. In today’s episode, Kristin is sharing some of her biggest insights with us, including what we can do to overcome some of life’s  scariest challenges in order to get big things done. Topics include: Listening to your soul whispers Being done with your own BS Getting out of “email mode” Why energy management is more important than time management (and what that means) Discovering what gives you energy (and going for it!) Why beating procrastination is all about managing your emotions Holding yourself accountable The importance of aligning what you want with everyone’s expectations (and how to do it) Using technology with intention Mapping out your ideal calendar (and why it’s more powerful than you think it is) Why all the answers you’re looking for are within you And so much more! Kristin Swanson helps Thought Leaders execute their “someday when” procrastinated projects with ease. As a breast cancer survivor & Co-Active Coaches Institute trained Coach, Kristin has learned the importance of getting out of one’s own way and how to stop waiting until “someday” to make a unique impact. Realizing deeply that “you only live once,” she has gained perspective, tools, and strategies to overcome the illusions fear instills in us. Mentioned in this episode: Oprah Winfrey Learn more about Kristin Swanson: kristinswansonconsulting.com Instagram Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

As the author of The Mindful Millionaire, Leisa Peterson has uncovered the secret to building a life that’s filled with happiness, peace, and yes, money. And today she’s sharing some of those secrets with us. Tune in as we explore what it means to be mindful when it comes to money, and reveal how it will help you surpass your financial goals. Topics include: Discovering what happiness means to you (and using that definition to start making positive changes) Why you need to explore how your money-making decisions align with your life Why the only way to find true peace in life is to live it according to your values, especially when it comes to money Are your actions aligned with what you really want? People vs. profit Why patterns of fear and scarcity could be at the heart of your money struggles (and what to do about it) Why you need to shift your mindset into one of abundance (and how it will have a big impact on every aspect of your life) Letting go of attachments and obsessions How to have the pricing conversation Why kindness always wins And so much more! Leisa Peterson, CFP® is a coach, author, business growth strategist and founder of WealthClinic. She helps people elevate their financial consciousness by realizing their true value and creating financial security for themselves. Leisa shows you how to identify where you’re stuck and repeating negative patterns so you can break free of limitation and build wealth by creating a business the fulfills your fullest potential. Mentioned in this episode: Oprah Winfrey Learn more about Leisa Peterson: wealthclinic.com/vision Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

A technical snafu during a conference call (and a trip to the dark side) led Ari Galper to the biggest epiphany in his career. Now as the leading authority on trust-based selling, Ari is revolutionizing the world of sales as we know it. In today’s episode, Ari reveals why ditching your sales goals and focusing on trust are the key ingredients to making sales happen. Topics include: Removing the pressure from the process How to develop an entirely new concept from the ground up The importance of being 100% present Why you need to exude authenticity and a sense of caring to make it in sales (and how to do it) Why sales is really all about the beginning and not the close The concept of trust-based language and what it can do for your sales game The one question that will help you take your conversations to the next level How to build genuine trust Getting off the hope drug Why sales is like a doctor/patient relationship Why long sales cycles no longer have to exist (and that means for you) And so much more! Ari Galper has been on a mission for the last decade to change the world through trust, starting with the sales and business world. He is the world’s number one authority on trust-based selling and has been featured in CEO Magazine, Forbes, INC Magazine, SkyNews and the Australian Financial Review. His new book Unlock The Sales Game has become an instant bestseller among business owners and entrepreneurs across the globe. As trust becomes the most important currency in the new economy, the act of selling as a de-humanizing process with endless “chasing”, has been completely re-invented and anchored in the timeless values of integrity and trust – through Trust-Based Selling. In Unlock The Sales Game, Ari describes his revolutionary sales approach based on getting to the truth and why having a mindset of focusing on deep trust, instead of “the sale”—is ironically, 10 times more profitable. Mentioned in this episode: Tim Grover Learn more about Ari Galper: unlockthegame.com Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

Karen Baines likes to call herself an interpreter of money and energy. Why? She has the natural ability to help people find the right vibrational energy while boosting their income levels in the process. In today’s episode, she reveals what we can do to align ourselves with the universe to make more money. We also explore how becoming more present with ourselves will lead to some pretty big things in our lives and careers. Topics include: Why there is always a next level in your career journey (and how to get there) Why you can’t compartmentalize energy Finding your blind spots and getting on the right frequency Why we’re all here to experience happiness and abundance Identifying (and navigating) your natural fight or flight responses so you can grow Being in the moment and acknowledging what you feel Why vibrational shifts go hand-in-hand with resistance Working with the law of polarity Suffering from over-givers syndrome (and what to do about it) If you put your value into the universe, it will value you right back The importance of giving from a place of having And so much more! Karen Baines is a conscious wealth mentor who has shown hundreds of entrepreneurs how to break through to that illusive next income level, by mastering their own unique wealth creation process. Mentioned in this episode: Stephen Fry Learn more about Karen Baines: soulwhispers.uk Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

Today we’re speaking with Jürgen Strauss (Founder and Chief Innovator at Innovabiz) about all-things-podcasting—from booking potential guests to building consistency to getting in the right headspace it to make it all happen. Whether you’re a veteran in the biz or just getting started, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Topics include: The importance of cultivating a consistency-focused mindset Overcoming your fears to get your message (and yourself) out there How you (and your guests) can make the most of your relationship The importance of having systems (and people) in place when it comes to scheduling, follow-ups, and reminders Revisiting old material to learn something new How to reach out to potential guests How to deepen the relationships between you and your guests Focusing on quality conversations How to make the hard calls on who appears on the show (and who doesn’t) Why you simply need to get over yourself And so much more! Jürgen Strauss is a transformational marketing strategist, podcaster and speaker. He’s the founder of Innovabiz – partnering with innovative, exceptional business coaches and consultants to enable them to acquire more leads and more business by reaching their target ideal audience with their message. His vision and philosophy is simple – make your marketing human again and make it about creating your client’s story, leading them on their exceptional journey with you as their guide. As host of the InnovaBuzz Podcast, Jürgen has held meaningful conversations with hundreds of outstanding entrepreneurs from all around the world gaining insight into what makes them ‘tick’, what ‘lights them up’, why they do what they do and what inspiration and value they can add to the rest of the world. Mentioned in this episode: Brian Chesky Learn more about Jürgen Strauss: innovabiz.com.au Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

After suffering from debilitating chronic inflammation, Talor Zamir realized he needed to make a full life change—from what he put into his body to the way he ran his business. Now as the founder of Peak Performance, Talor is on a mission to inspire us all to transform (and prioritize) our health. In today’s episode, he reveals what we can do to take charge of our eating habits and enrich our minds to achieve better health. Topics include: Changing your identity (and what that means when it comes to your health) How hitting his lowest point helped him transform his life and career trajectory Prioritizing coaching, mastermind groups, and seminars (and other ways to enrich your mind and your network) Why he’s not active on social media The power of quiet thinking time How he manages his relationships The importance of valuing your own time (and how to do it) Not being afraid to invest in yourself Going for long-term results vs. short-term gratification And so much more!   Talor Zamir is a family man who loves his wife and two daughters and is blessed to be able to inspire others to live up to their full potential. Mentioned in this episode: Tony Robbins Learn more about Talor Zamir: buypeakperformance.com The Peak Performance Podcast Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

Rusty Gaillard ditched his high-profile career at Apple to forge a new path that brought him more happiness and personal (and professional) satisfaction. Now, as a professional coach, he’s showing other people in tech how they can do it too. In today’s episode, Rusty reveals what we can do to upgrade our own paths and take our lives to the next level. We also dispel the myths behind overworking your way to success, and unveil exercises that will help anyone find the courage to seek something new. Topics include: Having more meaningful conversations about life (with others and yourself) Why we don’t compartmentalize as well as we think we do Figuring out what you really want in life Building assumptions about life based on different perceptions (and putting a stop to it) The real truth behind effort vs. grind Finding work-life balance (without the guilt) Having the courage to ask yourself the big questions that will transform your life Why you don’t have to quit your job to find something new What you’re doing everyday vs. how you’re doing it Using your imagination in a productive way and asking what’s possible And so much more! Rusty Gaillard works at the intersection of high tech & Inner Tech, helping ambitious people achieve their next level of success by upgrading their Inner Technology. From an engineering degree at Princeton, to his first job at GE under Jack Welch, to a Stanford MBA, to the Worldwide Director of Finance at Apple, Rusty has walked the traditional path of success. Along the way, he learned that traditional success is not the same as being successful in life. Discovering and building a successful life required upgrades to your Inner Tech – the beliefs, thoughts, and habits that create your life experience. For Rusty, those operating system upgrades came through challenge and opportunity: a voluntary demotion to spend more time at home, a divorce, and leaving his 25-year corporate career to become a coach. Using a repeatable process to upgrade your InnerTech, Rusty now helps others define and achieve holistic success in life, on their terms. Mentioned in this episode: Dalai Lama Learn more about Rusty Gaillard: LinkedIn svdreambuilders.com Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

To say that Jared Kleinert has hit super connector status would be an understatement. In fact, he’s one of the go-to sources on all-things-networking for everyone from Forbes to Time to Entrepreneur. On his second appearance on the podcast, Jared shares some of the insights from his newest book—How To Build a World-Class Network in Record Time­—revealing how to get better at networking by building deeper, more meaningful relationships quickly. Topics include: How to find the right mentor for the right reasons Being mentored by content Going back to relationship-building basics What not to do when it comes to fostering relationships Surrounding yourself with the right people Taking care of your relationships the way you would your finances The importance of asking for support (no matter how small the ask) The best ways to manage your network Connecting with yourself And so much more! Jared Kleinert is the founder of Meeting of the Minds (motm.co), as well as a TED speaker, 2x award-winning author, and USA Today’s “Most Connected Millennial”. As a highly-sought after keynote speaker and consultant on engaging Millennials in the workplace, Jared’s clients range from organizations like Facebook, Samsung, Bacardi, Estee Lauder, IBM, Cornell, Berkeley, AdAge, and the National Speakers Association. His insights on entrepreneurship and networking have been featured in major media such as Forbes, TIME, Harvard Business Review, Fortune, NPR, Entrepreneur, Mashable, Fox Business and more. His invite-only mastermind community, Meeting of the Minds, curates top entrepreneurs, CEOs, and business owners for quarterly summits in places like Napa Valley, Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, and Bermuda. Members of this network (typically operating 7-figure businesses with no outside investors) enjoy more predictable revenue, increased profitability, and sustainable growth for their companies in addition to new life-long friendships and long-term business partnerships. Mentioned in this episode: Stacey Abrams Learn more about Jared Kleinert: motm.co/books jaredkleinert@gmail.com Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

Lizabeth Wesely-Casella knows a thing or two about teamwork. As the Founder and CEO of L-12 Services, she helps teams of all shapes and sizes overcome problems and learn to speak each other’s language. In today’s episode, Lizabeth reveals the real reasons teams fall apart and what you can to do stop it from happening. We also unveil how to attract high-caliber talent and explore how you can start building environments that promote trust, creativity, and clear expectations. Topics include: Learning each other’s short hand Why leaders need to build better trust with their teams Does your team really know what’s expected of them? Taking the time to develop goals, standards, and expectations Why everyone needs to be heard Building confidence within your organization (from the top down) Bringing your true self to your relationships Why gratitude goes a long way Why now is the perfect time to test and learn And so much more! Lizabeth Wesely-Casella is an internal communications corporate trainer and process improvement specialist. Her firm specializes in internal communications plan design and executive virtual assistance for high impact entrepreneurs and teams. Mentioned in this episode: Gina McCarthy Learn more about Lizabeth Wesely-Casella: l12services.com LinkedIn Learn more about Michael Roderick: smallpondenterprises.com LinkedIn Twitter

In today’s episode, author and workplace wellness speaker Janice Litvin reveals how we can avoid burnout by taking better care of ourselves and reprograming the way we behave when we feel stressed. We also talk about how we can dig into our pasts to find problematic patterns, and start setting healthy boundaries.\r\n\n\r\n\nTopics include:\n\nWhy wellness is way more than just fitness\r\n\nHow workplaces can be more forward-thinking when it comes to taking care of their employees\r\n\nStarting with your “rolodex” when it comes to making connections\r\n\nThe importance of asking for referrals\r\n\nStop, pause, and then react\r\n\nWhat it really means to be a role model as a parent (and in general)\r\n\nMaking your self-care a priority\r\n\nFinding an accountability buddy (and why it matters)\r\n\nThe concept of stop and audit (and how it will help you change your behavior)\r\n\nAnd so much more!\r\n\n\n\r\n\nJanice Litvin is on a mission to help leaders and teams banish burnout in their organizations, so their employees can come to work healthy, happy, and ready to work. She does this through her keynotes, workshops, and accountability groups.\r\n\nHer new book, Banish Burnout Toolkit, takes teams through the journey of untangling their negative behavior patterns to effect real behavior change for life. What makes nice unique is her 20 years’ technology recruiting experience, 10 years’ IT experience, study of psychology, and her experience changing her own behavior.\r\n\n\r\n\nMentioned in this episode:\n\nArianna Huffington\r\n\n\n\r\n\nLearn more about Janice Litvin:\n\njanicelitvin.com\r\n\nLinkedIn\r\n\n\nLearn more about Michael Roderick:\n\nsmallpondenterprises.com\r\n\nLinkedIn\r\n\nTwitter\r\n\n

Professional dancer, award-wining director, author of The Influential Voice—Tricia Brouk wears too many amazing hats to mention. Her current passion is helping professional speakers amplify their voices and share their stories on the big stage. Today she tells us how she does it. During our conversation, Tricia also reveals how everyone has a voice and important message to share—it all just comes down to expressing it in our own unique ways.\r\n\n\r\n\nTopics include:\n\nWhy organization is key to just about everything\r\n\nWhy consistency is how you earn the trust of audiences\r\n\nPicking the right words (and title)\r\n\nCommunicating with dignity, respect, and compassion\r\n\nContributing to the bigger conversation\r\n\nThe importance of being prepared for criticism\r\n\nListen, listen, listen!\r\n\nHow pressure has served Tricia throughout her entire life (and how it can serve you too)\r\n\nGiving yourself the space and time to get things done\r\n\nExpressing your voice in more than one way\r\n\nSetting very clear boundaries when it comes to managing relationships\r\n\nSpending time with people who will lift you up\r\n\nWhy it’s not about you\r\n\nAnd so much more!\r\n\n\n\r\n\nTricia Brouk is an international award-winning director. She has worked in theater, film, and television for three decades. Her work includes the writing of two musicals, both produced in New York City, a one-woman show, and four documentaries, two eligible for Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences nominations. She had an extensive career as a dancer performing all over the world. In addition to her work in the entertainment industry, Tricia applies her expertise to the art of public speaking. Tricia founded The Big Talk Academy where she certifies speakers in the art of public speaking. She was the executive producer of Speakers Who Dare and TEDxLincolnSquare and now The Big Talk Live.\r\n\nShe has shepherded more than fifty speakers onto more than fifteen TEDx stages in under three years. She is currently being featured in a new documentary called Big Stages, which highlights the transformation of her speakers. Tricia’s commitment and devotion to inclusion is a priority as all of her shows, events, and communities are diverse. She curates and hosts the Speaker Salon in NYC, The Big Talk, an award-winning podcast on iTunes and YouTube. She directed and produced The Big Talk Over Dinner: Race and Immigration that premiered at the Be Your Best Self Expo in 2020. She was awarded Top Director of 2019 by the International Association of Top Professional and is relentless about her vision of amplifying voices all over the world. Her book, The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean For Lasting Legacy was #1 New Release on Amazon in December 2020. Tricia lives in New York City with her husband, Joe Ricci, and their two cats, Lola and Bella. Their building faces the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater where she gets to watch young dancers realize their dreams every single day.\r\n\n\r\n\nMentioned in this episode:\n\nMichelle Obama\r\n\n\n\r\n\nLearn more about Tricia Brouk:\n\nThe Motivation Show Podcast\r\n\nThe Influential Voice\r\n\n\nLearn more about Michael Roderick:\n\nsmallpondenterprises.com\r\n\nLinkedIn\r\n\nTwitter\r\n\n

If any of us want to make major moves in our lives and careers, we’re going to need some serious motivation—and Eli Marcus knows exactly how to get it. And, more importantly, he knows how to keep it going. He has dedicated his life to motivation and self-help, and today he’s sharing some of his secrets. During our conversation, Eli also breaks down what it means to be an extraverted introvert, and reveals how anyone can conquer their shyness.\r\n\n\r\n\nTopics include:\n\nWanting something vs. willing to work for it\r\n\nRedefining what it means to be generous in the digital age (and how it will help you build relationships)\r\n\nBuilding communities that anyone can participate in (and being proactive within it)\r\n\nEstablishing a real rapport\r\n\nWhy you should never open with “how can I help you?” (and what to do instead)\r\n\nWhat you can do every day to keep your motivation moving\r\n\nChanging your mindset and focusing your perspective\r\n\nDissecting your negative moments to discover what went well instead\r\n\nWhy belief and positivity are more powerful than you think\r\n\nNot letting fear (or the need for perfection) get in your way\r\n\nLooking within to find the answers you need\r\n\nAnd so much more!\r\n\n\n\r\n\nEli Marcus was born and raised in Queens, NY and now resides between NY and FL with his beautiful wife Elsie of 32 Years. He has a BA Degree in Psychology from Queens College, NY. Eli Marcus is the Executive Director of Davler Media Group, the publishers of New York City’s largest circulation Visitor Magazine, City Guide, where he spent five decades in the NYC hospitality industry, making him the senior most person in the entire industry. He is also one of the organizers of the prestigious Hotel Concierge Choice Awards. He is the Host of The Motivation Show Podcast where he interviews some of the foremost thought leaders of our times.  Eli is also the former CEO of The Seminar Center where he produced over 2,800 seminars & events with notables like Michael Jackson, Les Brown, Mark Victor Hansen, Judy Collins, Iyanla Vanzant, Davy Jones & hundreds more!\r\n\nAs a young man, Eli was painfully shy which prevented him from being noticed and going after his dreams. It was psychologically crippling for him where he lacked initiative and held on to his doubts, fears and low self-esteem. He knew he had to do something dramatic if that was ever to change. He went on to read, listen to and devour over 1,000 books and tapes on Self-Help / Motivation which helped him overcome his own challenges and be one of the foremost well-versed individuals on this topic. By studying those that were super successful, Eli realized there was an extroverted introvert that lived inside of him and that he did not have to live with the shyness label that so many callously called him, including himself. Only when he pulled that other hidden side out of himself, did he begin to flourish. The impossible started to turn into the possible. He decided to do the most difficult things that a shy kid could ever dream of and he became the lead Salesman everywhere he went, which depended on him transforming from Painfully Shy to top Sales Guy! Eli Marcus has devoted his life to helping others on the various principles of leading a balanced, healthy, successful, and happy life.\r\n\nEli Marcus now travels the world virtually and to live events helping men and women professionally and personally on how to get motivated daily, what pitfalls to avoid and what simple daily habits to follow so they can enjoy the wealth they build for themselves and their families. Eli Marcus shows them how to take the school of hard knocks to help them avoid spending decades in trial-and-error mazes and failures and lead a successful, thriving life without it being at the expense of their health.\r\n\n\r\n\nMentioned in this episode:\n\nDalai Lama\r\n\n\n\r\n\nLearn more about Eli Marcus:\n\nThe Motivation Show Podcast\r\n\nLinkedIn\r\n\n\nLearn more about Michael Roderick:\n\nsmallpondenterprises.com\r\n\nLinkedIn\r\n\nTwitter\r\n\n

In today’s episode, Next Steps Navigation co-founder Janet Neal reveals why crafting a path that honors who we are and what we believe in will lead to a more powerful, happy, and serene life. Then she shows us how we can start. During our conversation, Janet also unpacks how we can harness an explorer’s mindset when it comes to building relationships.\r\n\n\r\n\nTopics include:\n\nWhat it means to define your values\r\n\nThe idea of sunk cost (and what to do about it)\r\n\nWhat to do when you’re overwhelmed with choice\r\n\nLooking for future inspiration in your childhood\r\n\nThe biggest mistakes people make when connecting with people for the first time\r\n\nMastering the warm introduction\r\n\nHow to recover from screwups\r\n\nGhosting (and why you should never do it)\r\n\nWhy you should always be true to yourself\r\n\nAnd so much more!\r\n\n\n\r\n\nJanet M. Neal is a “Reformed Superwoman” who has learned how to lead a “should-free,” productive, joyful, and powerful life, and believes all women can do the same. In addition to her job working as a global client rep for 19 years at IBM, she founded IBM NJ’s first work/life balance initiative in 1995. In 2000 she left to follow this passion, addressing corporate work/life balance issues, through her company, Productivity Resource Group. In 2007 she added to her coaching and consulting work by founding “The Professional Women’s Center”, addressing the desire on the part of women to connect and having no facility designed to allow it. She has worked with entrepreneurs at The Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership (IFEL) and at C3Workplace, and is currently the Founder and Queen Bee at The Superbwoman, Inc., whose mission is to provide women with the resources and opportunities to step into their innate power, for the betterment of all. And in 2020, Janet helped found Next Steps Navigation, a boutique coaching solution to help recent or soon-to-be college graduates get on their right path, taking their next steps into #adulting.\r\n\nJanet is a corporate trainer and speaker and a Board Member of the NYC Chapter of the National Speaker Association. She is the author of Soul in Control: Reflections of a Reformed Superwoman and The Superbwoman: It’s All About the BE. Janet is a contributor to numerous business publications and hosts a web show called “Superbwoman Sundays at 7.” Ms. Neal holds a BS in Education from Central Michigan University and a MA in Spiritual Psychology from The University of Santa Monica. She holds ACC coaching accreditation, from IPEC coaching. Janet lives in NJ and is the mother of 3 superb young adults and 3 amazing granddaughters.\r\n\n\r\n\nMentioned in this episode:\n\nMichelle Obama\r\n\n\n\r\n\nLearn more about Janet Neal:\n\nnextstepsnavigation.com\r\n\nthesuperbwoman.com\r\n\n\nLearn more about Michael Roderick:\n\nsmallpondenterprises.com\r\n\nLinkedIn\r\n\nTwitter\r\n\n

As President and Founder of The Block Group, Patty Block is on a mission to help women harness their unique traits and strengths to make big things happen in their lives and careers. Today she shows us how she does it. During our conversation, Patty also unpacks her winning strategies for connecting with the right people, and reveals what everyone forgets to consider when assessing their value.\r\n\n\r\n\nTopics include:\n\nTurning your relationship building into a strategy\r\n\nReconnecting and discovering ways to help each other\r\n\nAsking for introductions (and possible endorsements)\r\n\nCreating specific language to help others foster your introductions\r\n\nHow (and why) she went completely virtual before the pandemic\r\n\nLeveraging your network to find and connect with the right key partners\r\n\nWhy some pricing strategies simply won’t work for women\r\n\nWhy you are so much more than just your deliverables\r\n\nThe importance of trumpeting your own success\r\n\nAnd so much more!\r\n\n\n\r\n\nIn 2006, Patty Block founded The Block Group to empower women who own service companies. As their trusted advisor, she brings a unique perspective, having experienced and solved many of the same complex issues women face, as leaders, as moms, daughters and sisters. 62% of women rely on their businesses for their primary income, yet 88% of these businesses generate less than $100,000 in annual revenue.\r\n\nHaving seen the same struggles time and again, Patty teaches women how to shift their mindset and build their confidence to generate more revenue with less stress. Her life journey–the good and the bad–allows her to course-correct clients by leading and advising with compassion, empathy and quiet resolve. The result is a partnership of unbiased accountability, helping women position their companies–financially, operationally, technologically–for game-changing results.\r\n\nPatty raised three fantastic kids, all of whom have launched their careers and also work in Patty’s company (she essentially raised her own workforce!) Clients often refer to Patty as their “business therapist” and “secret weapon.” By establishing long-term relationships and serving as a strategic sounding board, clients experience direct benefits to create real and lasting change, turning roadblocks into building blocks.\r\n\n\r\n\nMentioned in this episode:\n\nJ. K. Rowling\r\n\n\n\r\n\nLearn more about Patty Block:\n\ntheblockgroup.net\r\n\n\nLearn more about Michael Roderick:\n\nsmallpondenterprises.com\r\n\nLinkedIn\r\n\nTwitter\r\n\n