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  • Kasey Jones, Growth Strategist, Personal Brand Coach, Founder & CEO at The Solo CEO, joins Jeff Abracen to talk about how self-compassion is a superpower, turning hardship into strength and opportunity, how finding your ‘One Thing’ brings clarity and magnetism to your brand and business, why your insecurities might be your biggest differentiator, how personal branding creates meaningful connections, why Kasey is a mix between Jocko Willink & Mr. Rogers, the ‘F*ck Yes’ principle…and so much more!

    00:00 Intro
    03:01 Evolving Solopreneurs into CEOs
    05:57 Finding Your One Thing
    08:54 Navigating Personal and Professional Trauma
    12:02 The Journey of Self-Discovery
    14:46 The Role of Empathy in Coaching
    18:07 Post-Traumatic Growth and Healing
    20:59 Where Personal Growth and Business Success Meet
    23:55 Uncovering Your Unique Value
    27:05 The Balance of Tough Love and Kindness
    29:54 The Evolution of Personal Branding
    31:43 Embracing Personal Transformation
    34:33 Identifying and Owning Your Superpowers
    38:49 The Role of Hardship in Shaping Success
    41:39 Leveraging Unique Skills for Business Growth
    45:21 The 'F*ck Yes' Principle in Client Relationships
    49:38 Experimentation as a Path to Clarity
    55:21 The Emotional Side of Entrepreneurship
    01:00:57 Self-Compassion and Personal Systems for Neurodivergence

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    Cover art by Daniel Devoy
    Music by Stephen Voyce

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  • Dhaval Bhatt, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Courage Inc., joins Jeff Abracen to share how he co-built Courage into one of Canada’s top and most awarded in under three years - crafting work for clients like KFC, CIBC, Kit-Kat, Taco Bell and Skip.

    They chat about treating clients as collaborators, how to present big ideas & moving at the speed of culture, why the human-to-human approach matters more than ever, the people who have inspired him, the lessons that keep him and his team pushing for better work every day - and the culture behind it all.

    And of course, working on big budget productions with celebrities like Jon Hamm (aka Don Draper).

    Chapters

    00:00 Intro
    03:02 Building Courageous Client Relationships
    05:53 Human-to-Human Communication in Marketing
    08:46 The Importance of Being Proactive
    12:08 Promises of Courage: A Unique Agency Approach
    15:01 Selling the Sizzle: The Art of Presentation
    17:52 The Pursuit of Perfection in Advertising
    21:11 Founding Courage
    24:03 Collaboration in High-Stakes Production
    28:27 Adapting to Client Needs
    30:22 The Role of Celebrity in Advertising
    34:10 Creative Connections with Calendar Events
    37:58 The Customer Experience
    41:47 Behind the Scenes of Agency Work
    44:07 The Pursuit of Perfection in Creativity
    48:45 Influences on Creative Growth
    52:36 The Human Element in Professional Relationships
    54:27 Guiding the Next Generation of Creatives

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  • Robb Gilbear, Coach & Founder of Growth Habit and author of Die Before They Do, joins Jeff Abracen to share how fear can spark breakthroughs, decoupling learning from school, how accountability transforms goals, using storytelling as a tool for connection, the clarity found in digital detoxes, and the power of forgiveness and empathy in healing. Robb also opens up about the personal growth behind his heart tattoo, why adaptability fuels success, how fear-setting can crush limitations, and so much more!

    Chapters

    00:00 Intro
    01:13 The Bold Move: Hosting a Conference
    05:01 The Power of Vulnerability and Connection
    08:48 From DJ to Business Coach
    13:02 The Importance of Attitude Over Credentials
    17:10 Finding Meaning Through Struggles
    21:02 The Role of Accountability in Growth
    25:51 Experiencing Flow and Celebration After the Event
    32:01 The Evolution of Coaching
    35:51 Personal Growth and Family Dynamics
    41:31 Empathy and Understanding in Coaching
    45:23 Finding Joy and Humor in Life's Challenges
    49:18 Fear Setting: Confronting and Overcoming Fears

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  • Robin Waite, Business Coach & Founder of Fearless Business, joins Jeff Abracen to share why a 'boring business' might be for you, the 7/11/4 concept for building trust, simplifying offers for better outcomes, how fewer clients can mean better service, why giving away books is a winning strategy, how guesting on podcasts is one of the best marketing moves you can make...and so much more!

    Chapters

    00:00 Intro
    02:37 The Strategy Behind Quick Reads
    05:54 Understanding 7/11/4
    10:02 The Importance of Marketing Assets
    12:50 Building Trust Through Value
    17:06 The Power of Podcasting and Partnerships
    22:11 Pricing Strategies for Business Growth
    26:55 Harnessing Superpowers and Professional Passion
    29:15 Coaching from the Stage
    30:10 Passion vs. Profit in Business
    32:02 The Balance of Pricing and Philanthropy
    33:00 The Importance of Implementation
    35:19 Personal Transformation and Resilience
    39:21 Recognizing Unfulfillment and Taking Action
    41:46 The Power of Intuition in Coaching
    45:28 Screening Clients for Coaching Success
    49:14 Refining Offers and Simplifying Business
    52:36 Overcoming Overwhelm in Business
    55:00 Disruptive Coaching Techniques
    57:46 Influential Books and Final Thoughts

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  • Ben Albert, Founder of Real Business Connections and Balbert Marketing, joins Jeff Abracen to discuss the journey from accidental entrepreneur to podcasting expert, the power of local connection and how to build genuine business relationships, the essential role of gratitude, the importance of commitment and consistency in podcasting, the art of storytelling, monetizing a podcast beyond sponsorships...and so much more!

    Chapters

    00:00 The Path to Full-Time Creation
    01:44 Accidental Entrepreneurship
    05:58 Authenticity in Podcasting
    09:47 From Local to Global
    15:23 Perseverance in Podcasting
    19:10 Equipment and Preparation
    25:50 Engaging Conversations
    30:32 Weaving Narratives in Podcasting
    34:19 Monetization Strategies
    40:56 Thinking Beyond the Podcast

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  • Erica Rankin, Personal Branding Coach, Entrepreneur, Founder, and Host of the ‘You're Not a Bad Person’ Podcast, joins Jeff to talk about entrepreneurship, resilience and reinvention, navigating hustle culture, overcoming self-doubt, the importance of authenticity, the influence of mentorship, the impact of personal branding, her new course "The Magnitude Method"…and so much more!

    Chapters

    02:59 Resilience and Reinvention
    05:49 The Importance of Rest
    08:56 Navigating Hustle Culture
    12:02 The Power of Quitting
    15:12 The 12-Hour Walk Challenge
    18:01 Impact of Personal Branding
    24:00 Small Town Roots and Big Dreams
    29:34 The Power of Vulnerability
    31:24 The Magnitude Method
    32:21 Building a Personal Brand
    34:37 The Importance of Authenticity
    37:28 Creating Impact Over ROI
    43:47 Disrupting Personal Narratives
    51:11 Influence of Mentorship

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  • Eric A. Brooker, Keynote Speaker, Podcast Host, Bestselling Author & Coach, joins Jeff to discuss the transformative power of vulnerability, navigating personal struggles to find "enough," the impact of small gestures in building relationship capital, the importance of positivity in personal growth, resilience when facing disruption and change, keynote speaking, personal branding, embracing AI...cool glasses, Nike Blazers, and so much more!

    Chapters

    00:00 The Importance of Little Things
    03:10 Journey to Authorship
    05:56 The Power of Vulnerability
    08:45 Understanding 'Enough' and Personal Struggles
    12:11 Building Relationship Capital
    15:05 Creating a Positive Work Culture
    17:53 Overcoming Skepticism in Leadership
    21:12 Empathy and Common Courtesy in Leadership
    26:50 The Power of Human Connection
    31:39 The Impact of Keynote Speaking
    35:30 Building Relationships Through Coaching
    39:43 Branding and Finding Your Audience
    44:56 Positivity and Personal Growth
    48:53 Embracing Disruption and Change

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  • Chris Stanley, Mini-Book Coach, 27x Author & Amazon Bestseller, joins Jeff to talk about the rise of mini books and the mini book model, building credibility through writing, overcoming writing challenges, finding your voice and audience, influences and inspirations (check out category pirates), running a life and business from a sailboat...and so much more!

    Chapters

    00:00 The Rise of Mini Books
    03:08 Chris Stanley's Journey to Mini Book Coaching
    06:03 The Mini Book Concept Explained
    08:57 Building Credibility Through Writing
    11:51 The Mini Book Model and Its Framework
    14:46 Overcoming Writing Challenges
    18:08 Creating Accountability in Writing
    20:59 The Importance of Structure in Writing
    23:55 Finding Your Voice and Audience
    26:49 The Role of Discipline in Writing
    30:05 Testing Ideas Through Mini Books
    32:56 The Power of Being an Author
    35:49 Disruption in the Industry
    39:10 Influences and Inspirations
    42:03 The Surprising Impact of Writing

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  • Stefania Mancini, Vice-President, Product Management & General Manager Consumer Group Canada at Intuit, joins Jeff to talk about feedback and personal growth, innovative marketing, product management, lifelong learning and professional development, radical candor, catering to diverse consumer needs, keys to driving growth and innovation, mentorship and team leadership...and why she runs her group like a Formula 1 team.

    Chapters

    00:00 Unlocking Personal Growth Through Feedback
    02:02 Innovative Marketing Strategies in Taxation
    09:09 The Transition from Marketing to Product Management
    11:56 Curiosity as a Catalyst for Lifelong Learning
    17:08 Creating a Safe Space for Radical Candor
    21:55 Building Intuitive Products for Diverse Consumers
    27:12 Driving Growth Through Team Belief and Innovation
    33:54 Transforming Tax Anxiety into Positive Experiences
    40:03 The Future of Taxation: Embracing AI and Change
    43:13 Influences of Personal Background and Mentorship

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  • Sam Browne, New Zealand-based LinkedIn Creator & Coach, Entrepreneur, and former Rock Musician, joins Jeff to talk about growing his audience from zero to 100K+, the crossover between music and LinkedIn, the 80/20 rule for LinkedIn success, creating and promoting digital products, embracing identity shifts in the face of burnout, the story behind his famous dinosaur emoji 🦖 ...and more!

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  • Jasmin Alić, LinkedIn Coach, Corporate Trainer, Copywriter, Brand Strategist & one of the most influential LinkedIn Creators in the world, joins Jeff to talk about the power of writing, building trust by sharing 100%, creating a community for greater impact, growing up in a war-torn city and his external influences, handling the pressures of being a top creator, leaving a legacy to be proud of, how he likes his burgers 🍔 …and so much more!

    Also be sure to check out Jasmin's new community, Link Up, coming soon!

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  • Mahfuz Chowdhury, author, international TEDx speaker, and Director of Strategy at Candybox Marketing, joins Jeff to talk about his journey from introversion to storytelling success, how he overcame his "mental chatterbox," the significance of resilience and adaptability, and the key traits of thriving business leaders.

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  • Public Speaking Coach, Podcaster, 3-time TEDx Speaker & LinkedIn Top Creator, Nausheen I. Chen, talks about overcoming nerves and improving your speaking skills, how visualisation can get you through awkward moments, the importance of video for your personal brand, why being yourself is the key to effective public speaking, what it's like to speak on a TEDx stage…and so much more!

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  • Dan Nelken, creative director, copywriter, speaker, author of ‘A Self-Help Guide for Copywriters’, and creator of the ‘Writing Under Pressure’ course, talks overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, the importance of creating something of your own, building audience and community around your work, the creative value of collaboration and relationships, building confidence through craft…and so much more (like getting the one of the craziest commercials ever produced for Nintendo Canada on air)!

    Want to get in touch with Dan? Write him a line of copy here: [email protected]

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  • Jason Bagley, former Executive Creative Director at Wieden+Kennedy Portland, and founder of the Audacious School of Astonishing Pursuits (ASAP), talks about the importance of pushing ideas to the edge of madness, the critical role of empathy in client relationships, the impact of mentoring, and the disruptive work of brands like Liquid Death and Burberry.

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  • #Paid Chief Marketing Officer Roger Figueiredo talks about the creator economy, the role of creators in shaping culture, pricing predictability, team leadership, hiring talent, and how brands can be present in key creator life moments.

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  • Digital transformation thought leader Greg Kihlstrom talks about being a speaker and author, implementing process at scale, empowering employees, great customer experiences, what do to with your data, and predictions on AI.

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  • Whipnotic co-founder Tracy Luckow talks about whipping up a CPG brand from scratch, essential qualities of entrepreneurs, embracing the ask, building a business with family, and more.

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  • Strategy guru Julian Cole talks about the role of the strategist, overcoming overwhelming imposter syndrome, creative collaboration with AI, memorable brand campaigns, why he wears loud shirts, and more.

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  • Decoder of the Future Mitch Joel talks technology, AI eating your job for breakfast, the mystery of soul in the work, CMOs vs Chief Advertising Officers, the need for brands to carve their own path, and the overdue onus on marketers and advertisers to deliver results.

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