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#427 Waverly Deutsch: Love and Logic—Building Businesses That Actually Work—Part Three
9 Jul· Chief Change Officer
Waverly Deutsch doesn’t just coach entrepreneurs—she translates English to English, reframes stories with strategy, and helps even the most logic-trained professionals tap into their conviction. In this three-part series, we walk through her unusual path from consulting to Chicago Booth to founding WyseHeart, her pitch strategy firm.
Each episode reveals a new dimension of her journey: the personal (Part 1), the academic and instructional (Part 2), and the entrepreneurial, including her bold take on how to co-exist with AI (Part 3). Across every chapter, Waverly models what it means to coach with both love and logic—bringing clear frameworks to messy human dreams.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
What Investors Actually Want
“Good ideas are everywhere. I invest in people who know how to execute.”
Lessons from both sides of the table: raising capital and writing checks.
You Are Not Your Company
“When a startup fails, it doesn’t mean you failed.”
Helping founders detach identity from outcome.
The Metrics That Really Matter
“Sometimes traction isn’t revenue—it’s retention, referrals, or even the right kind of no.”
How she helps founders track the right signals.
Managing the Urge to Please
“Women, especially, are taught to be agreeable. That doesn’t work in fundraising.”
Teaching confidence without arrogance.
Love and Logic, Always
“Lead with empathy. Decide with data. And know which one to use when.”
Her golden rule for founders—and herself.
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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Waverly Deutsch

--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
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Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
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#426 Waverly Deutsch: Love and Logic—Building Businesses That Actually Work—Part Two
9 Jul· Chief Change Officer
Waverly Deutsch doesn’t just coach entrepreneurs—she translates English to English, reframes stories with strategy, and helps even the most logic-trained professionals tap into their conviction. In this three-part series, we walk through her unusual path from consulting to Chicago Booth to founding WyseHeart, her pitch strategy firm.
Each episode reveals a new dimension of her journey: the personal (Part 1), the academic and instructional (Part 2), and the entrepreneurial, including her bold take on how to co-exist with AI (Part 3). Across every chapter, Waverly models what it means to coach with both love and logic—bringing clear frameworks to messy human dreams.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
From Book Smarts to Business Savvy
“Entrepreneurship is a process—whether you’re 20 or 50.”
At Booth, Waverly coached a wildly diverse mix: undergrads with unchecked imagination, MBAs with ideas but risk aversion, and execs who played it too safe. Her role? Adjusting the dials between wild dreams and grounded strategy—always pushing people to think just a little bigger (or a little sharper).
Love for the Logical Skeptics
“If you, the entrepreneur, don’t believe you’re building a $50M company, why should the investor?”
Her job wasn’t to sugarcoat—it was to stretch minds. She shares how she helped overly rational MBAs move from “safe” ideas to bold, fundable visions—and overly optimistic young founders get real about execution. Her coaching mantra? Meet them where they are—and nudge from there.
The Muffin That Grew a Billion Dollars
“This could be the Betty Crocker of the 21st century.”
A standout case: Simple Mills founder Caitlin Smith. What began as a gluten-free side hustle turned into a billion-dollar brand—thanks in part to Waverly’s nudge to imagine bigger. It’s a masterclass in how one coach reframed a story and sparked a scale-worthy vision.
Coaching in the Wild
“I’m an English-to-English translator.”
Post-Booth, Waverly now works with a broader crowd: from seasoned pros to small business owners without MBAs. Her key lesson? Listen deeply, strip away jargon, and tailor advice to meet people where they are—because real coaching starts with trust, not templates.
Can AI Be Your Coach? Nope.
“If marriage is ‘til death do us part, investment is ‘til exit do us part.”
Waverly doesn’t see AI as competition—yet. A pitch deck might be AI-generated, but building investor trust, interpreting nuance, and navigating founder doubt? That’s strictly human territory. Coaching is about relationships, not just logic—and for that, love still wins.
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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Waverly Deutsch

--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,
Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
Top 1 US Careers.
>>>200,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.<<<
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#425 Waverly Deutsch: Love and Logic—Building Businesses That Actually Work—Part One
8 Jul· Chief Change Officer
Waverly Deutsch doesn’t just coach entrepreneurs—she translates English to English, reframes stories with strategy, and helps even the most logic-trained professionals tap into their conviction. In this three-part series, we walk through her unusual path from consulting to Chicago Booth to founding WyseHeart, her pitch strategy firm.
Each episode reveals a new dimension of her journey: the personal (Part 1), the academic and instructional (Part 2), and the entrepreneurial, including her bold take on how to co-exist with AI (Part 3). Across every chapter, Waverly models what it means to coach with both love and logic—bringing clear frameworks to messy human dreams.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
The Computer Scientist Who Loved Shakespeare
“I’ve always had a foot in both worlds—logic and emotion, code and creativity.”
How Waverly’s dual passions for computer science and theatre shaped her approach to business.
The Pivot Into Entrepreneurship
“I didn’t want to write code anymore. I wanted to solve problems worth solving.”
Why she left tech to help build a startup—and never looked back.
Real Lessons, Not Just Case Studies
“Harvard cases are great, but I wanted to teach with my own stories.”
How she built her curriculum at Booth from lived experience.
Founders Aren’t Born
“They’re shaped by experience, community, and the right mindset.”
What makes someone capable of starting—and sustaining—a business.
Emotion Belongs in the Room
“Business is about people. If you’re not teaching that, you’re missing the point.”
Why she teaches soft skills just as seriously as finance and ops.
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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Waverly Deutsch

--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,
Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
Top 1 US Careers.
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#424 Brian Sims: When Truth Gets Political — Part Two
8 Jul· Chief Change Officer
In Part Two, Brian opens up about what it really cost him to tell the truth inside a political system built on avoidance. From surviving misinformation attacks to refusing to play nice for the sake of power, he reflects on the risks and responsibilities that come with using your platform when it might backfire. We also hear how he rebuilt after the storm—why starting over matters, and what he’s doing differently this time around.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
The Price of Authenticity
“I didn’t lose because I lacked support—I lost because I refused to lie.”
What really happened during his run for lieutenant governor.
Party Loyalty vs. Personal Truth
“I wasn’t going to smile and play along just to move up.”
When doing the right thing means going against your own team.
Retaliation Isn’t Always Loud
“It’s the silence. The meetings you stop getting invited to.”
How quiet resistance can be louder than shouting.
Redefining Leadership
“I don’t want to lead the way they taught us. I want to lead in a way that reflects my truth.”
Why he’s rebuilding his leadership from the ground up.
The Work Continues—But Differently
“My goal now isn’t to win office. It’s to win trust.”
From political power to public service, on his own terms.
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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Brian Sims

--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,
Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
Top 1 US Careers.
>>>200,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.<<<
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#423 Brian Sims: When Truth Gets Political — Part One
7 Jul· Chief Change Officer
In Part One, Brian walks us through the pivotal moments that shaped his path—from coming out as a college athlete to confronting power structures as a civil rights lawyer. He shares how being raised by military parents shaped his moral compass, how football taught him about leadership under pressure, and why he believes his queerness has made him a better, sharper advocate. This is the story of a public servant forged in fire—and not afraid to stay loud.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
The Day Job and the Gay Job
“There was work I did to earn a living. And work I did to sleep at night.”
Brian’s legal path wasn’t linear—it was moral. Disability law by day, LGBTQ+ advocacy by choice. The real career came when he fused both.
Feminist Lawyer at Age 12
“I told people I wanted to be a feminist lawyer… before I even knew what that fully meant.”
His mother’s defiance of gender roles shaped more than his politics. It gave him a framework for justice—before he ever came out.
Raised by a Combat Nurse with a Crew Cut
“She probably got accused of being a lesbian once a week in the military. It didn’t harden her—it strengthened her.”
Growing up with two military parents meant discipline and love. But it was his mother’s quiet power that taught him to be an upstander, not a bystander.
Coming Out—and Coming Into Power
“My teammates waited until they knew I’d be safe to ask me if I was gay.”
Brian’s coming out wasn’t loud—it was supported. That emotional safety net shaped how he now builds space for others.
From Closet to Capitol
“Eight months before I took office, I knew I was the only out person in the room. But I also knew I wasn’t the only one.”
Brian didn’t just fight for LGBTQ+ rights—he stood up for racial justice, reproductive rights, and equality as a full strategy. Being gay got him elected. Being an ally kept him effective.
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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Brian Sims

--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,
Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
Top 1 US Careers.
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#422 Kevin Eikenberry: Leading on Purpose, Not by Default — Part Two
6 Jul· Chief Change Officer
In Part Two, Kevin Eikenberry challenges the myth that leadership is just for those with formal authority. He unpacks the idea of “leadership by choice,” reflects on the rise of remote work, and shares practical advice for building influence, trust, and connection—especially when you’re not in the same room. With insights from decades of coaching and his own mistakes, Kevin makes a compelling case: the future of work belongs to people who choose to lead, wherever they are.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
Leadership Isn’t a Title
“You don’t need a position to lead. You just need to make the choice.”
Why influence, not authority, defines real leadership.
From Compliance to Commitment
“Command and control can get people to do the work. But it won’t make them care.”
How great leaders inspire action—not just obedience.
Remote Work Is Here to Stay
“Hybrid is the reality. The leaders who adapt will win.”
Why resisting change isn’t a strategy—and what to do instead.
Trust Can Travel
“Distance doesn’t have to mean disconnection.”
Building rapport, connection, and shared purpose in remote teams.
Be a Student of Your Own Leadership
“Every leader needs a development plan—just like athletes have coaches.”
Why leadership is a daily practice, not a fixed identity.
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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Kevin Eikenberry
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--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
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Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
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#421 Kevin Eikenberry: Leading on Purpose, Not by Default — Part One
6 Jul· Chief Change Officer
In Part One, Kevin shares the personal and professional journey that shaped his leadership philosophy—from farm life to corporate training to becoming a global thought leader. He explains why leadership isn’t about innate traits or job titles, but about everyday choices. Drawing from his early career, client work, and lessons from home, Kevin lays out why leading by default isn’t enough—and how you can start leading by design.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
From the Farm to the Front of the Room
“I didn’t grow up thinking I’d teach leadership. But I grew up watching it.”
How growing up on a farm quietly planted the seeds of leadership.
Default Mode Isn’t Leadership
“Too many people lead by accident. They react. They wing it. And it shows.”
Why awareness and intention are the real foundations of influence.
Leadership Is Learned, Not Born
“No one gets promoted and magically becomes a leader.”
The myth of the ‘natural leader’—and why it holds people back.
Everyday Moments Matter Most
“Leadership shows up in the way you write an email, run a meeting, or give feedback.”
The seemingly small actions that build—or break—trust.
The First Step Is a Mirror
“If you want to lead others, you have to lead yourself first.”
Why self-awareness is the starting point of every leadership journey.
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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Kevin Eikenberry

--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,
Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
Top 1 US Careers.
>>>200,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.<<<
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#420 Adaira Landry MD: From Mentorship to Micro Skills—Tools for Thriving at Work — Part Two
6 Jul· Chief Change Officer
In Part Two, Adaira Landry goes beyond storytelling and gets strategic—explaining how to stop saying yes to everything, avoid burnout, and take back control of your time. She shares how the original title of her book almost became Chisel, why Micro Skills isn’t meant to be read cover to cover, and what FOMO vs. JOMO really means in your career.
This episode is a mindset shift for anyone who’s overcommitted, overextended, or overdue for some clarity. Her message is simple but powerful: just because you can do something, doesn’t mean you should.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
The Book Almost Had Another Name
“We wanted to call it Chisel. But it didn’t land the way we hoped. Micro Skills captured it better—it’s about precise, meaningful action.”
Ambition Without Boundaries Isn’t Sustainable
“I used to say yes to everything. Then I realized—none of it was helping me grow upward. It was just clutter.”
Say No to Say Yes
“JOMO—the joy of missing out—is real. You don’t need to chase every opportunity. You need to choose the right ones.”
The Burnout Trap
“If you’re always working horizontally, you never move vertically. That’s not growth. That’s noise.”
Fast Impact, Not Magic
“You don’t need a new degree or a big life change. You just need to start—small, now, and with purpose.”
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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Adaira Landry MD

--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
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Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
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#419 Adaira Landry MD: From Mentorship to Micro Skills—Tools for Thriving at Work — Part One
5 Jul· Chief Change Officer
Before she became a physician, educator, and mentor to hundreds, Adaira Landry felt out of place in nearly every professional room she entered. In Part One, she opens up about entering college at 16, watching a man collapse on campus, and how that moment -- and a painful accident -- pulled her toward medicine. She reflects on growing up without access to mentors, and why that made her even more intentional about creating useful, inclusive career tools later on. This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at what shaped the voice behind Micro Skills.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
When Life Said “Step In”
“He collapsed right outside my class. And I just walked toward him. I didn’t know what I was doing—but I knew I had to do something.”
The moment on campus that first pulled her toward medicine.
Burned and Alone
“I remember laying on the floor thinking—this isn’t how it’s supposed to be. I couldn’t even call for help.”
A personal injury that left her with pain—and perspective.
No One Called It Mentorship
“We never used that word growing up. It wasn’t until grad school that someone even explained what a mentor really does.”
Why finding guidance felt so unfamiliar at first.
The Confidence Gap
“I had to teach myself to stop over-explaining—to just say the thing.”
On growing into her voice in high-pressure environments.
Why Micro Skills Mattered
“I was tired of career advice that was abstract. I wanted to write something people could actually use Monday morning.”
The motivation behind a book built for practicality, not prestige.
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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Adaira Landry MD

--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,
Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
Top 1 US Careers.
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#418 Resa Lewiss MD: Building a Career with Both Hands — Part Two
5 Jul· Chief Change Officer
In Part Two, Resa gets tactical. She explains why Micro Skills begins with time, trust, and self-care—because none of the communication tricks matter if you’re running on empty. She unpacks workplace blind spots that slow careers down, shares why she wrote this book for more than just doctors, and explains why clarity, not complexity, wins in high-stakes situations. Also: BCC etiquette, post-traumatic growth, and the exact moment she realized the workplace comes with an unwritten playbook—and how she set out to write it.
This is about what really sustains you: self-respect, situational fluency, and knowing what’s worth your time.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
The Workplace Doesn’t Come with a Playbook
“I didn’t get the playbook—so I wrote one.”
Why Micro Skills is the field guide she wishes she had years ago.
Why the Book Starts with Time
“Time can only be spent. You can’t save it. You can’t refund it.”
What trauma bays taught her about urgency, and how it applies to every job.
Letters of Recommendation and Hidden Rules
“No one told me how the game worked. That one insight saved me years of inefficiency.”
The invisible workplace norms that trip people up—and how to name them.
Rest Is Strategy, Not a Luxury
“If you’re not well, nothing else works. We call that micro skill #1.”
Why self-care opens the book—and isn’t just about bubble baths.
Intentional Email Etiquette
“BCC isn’t sneaky—it’s smart. You’re protecting privacy and reducing clutter.”
How respect shows up in the smallest digital behaviors.
Practicing Under Pressure
“People think it’s all adrenaline. But real calm comes from preparation.”
What she teaches students who want to stay grounded in chaos.
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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Resa Lewiss MD

--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,
Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
Top 1 US Careers.
>>>200,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.<<<
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#417 Resa Lewiss MD: Building a Career with Both Hands — Part One
5 Jul· Chief Change Officer
In Part One, Dr. Resa Lewiss reflects on the experiences that led her to emergency medicine, from early memories of gender inequity at the dinner table to the interdisciplinary studies that shaped her worldview. She shares why she chose a career in high-pressure medicine, how a love of procedures led her to ultrasound, and why teaching globally changed how she practices and leads.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
Medicine Was a Calling, Not a Family Trade
“I didn’t grow up around doctors. But from early on, medicine was in my bones.”
Resa explains how her internal pull toward healthcare was stronger than any external influence.
The First Fight for Fairness
“My dad said, ‘Girls, clear the table.’ I said, ‘What about the boys?’”
She recalls early moments that sparked her refusal to accept unequal expectations.
Finding Her Fit in Emergency Medicine
“Once I rotated in emergency, I thought—this is it. This is where I belong.”
Resa describes the moment she discovered the dynamic, procedure-driven specialty she’d been looking for.
The Power of a Liberal Arts Education
“My literature and sociology classes made me a better doctor. They taught me empathy.”
She shares how studying beyond science helped her connect more deeply with patients.
Teaching Around the World
“When I went to India, Rwanda, Jordan—these were not lectures. These were collaborations.”
Why global teaching in ultrasound expanded her understanding of medicine and leadership.
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--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
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Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
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#416 Sienna Jackson: Culture, Capital, and the Courage to Start Young — Part Two
16 Jun· Chief Change Officer
Sienna Jackson, the CEO of Nortera.io, walks us through her unexpected shift from entertainment executive to impact strategist.

In Part Two, Sienna Jackson dives deeper into the business of social impact—from why she walked away from Hollywood to how she’s now helping build one of Africa’s largest funding summits. She explains how impact is more than a buzzword—it’s a measurable, strategic discipline. Sienna shares how to bridge silos, build coalitions, and roll up your sleeves to help the helpers. From the boardroom to Ethiopia, she shows that real change isn’t about ego or noise—it’s about clarity, community, and execution.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
The Off-Ramp to Impact
“I didn’t have a master plan. I just started doing small things—bought a domain, formed an LLC, sent one email: ‘I’m doing social impact now.’ That was the pivot.”
You Can’t Improve What You Don’t Measure
“Impact is the net positive change rendered as a direct and material result of your actions. If you can’t model it, predict it, or quantify it—it’s just branding.”
Culture, Cause, Capital
“My work lives at the intersection of culture, cause, and capital. You need all three to drive sustainable, global change.”
Building a Real Profession
“We don’t have a bar association or CPA license for impact work. That’s a problem. I’m creating a survey to start defining our industry.”
Don’t Silo—Build Coalitions
“You have to speak multiple professional languages. That’s how you bring nonprofit leaders and private sector players into the same room—and actually get something done.”
Help the Helpers
“If you feel overwhelmed, find the people already solving the problem—and ask how you can contribute. That’s how real change starts.”
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--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,
Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
Top 1 US Careers.
>>>180,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.<<<
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#415 Sienna Jackson: Culture, Capital, and the Courage to Start Young — Part One
16 Jun· Chief Change Officer
Sienna Jackson’s career began fast and early—college at 14, internships with The Weinstein Company, and leadership roles in the entertainment industry by her twenties. But behind the résumé was someone quietly questioning the rules of success. In Part One, Sienna shares how a childhood of contradictions, an early taste of toxic power, and a deep sense of cultural responsibility led her to rethink everything.
She didn’t just pivot—she designed a new model where impact isn’t a bonus, it’s the baseline.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
From Piano Lessons to Policy Debates
“I was born into a family where both Chopin and Noam Chomsky were dinner table topics.”
How her childhood shaped a unique blend of creativity, intellect, and global curiosity.
College at 14, Hollywood by 17
“I was eager—but also uneasy. I knew I was being shaped by systems I didn’t yet understand.”
The rush of early opportunity—and its hidden costs.
Power Without Guardrails
“I learned very quickly that intelligence didn’t guarantee safety.”
What she witnessed inside the entertainment industry—and how it changed her.
Walking Away From the Dream
“I had to ask: Is this ladder leaning against the right building?”
Why she left behind a promising executive path to build something better.
What Stays, What Goes
“I kept the parts of me that loved storytelling. I let go of the ones that craved approval.”
The beginnings of her journey toward purpose-driven entrepreneurship.
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--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.
Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,
Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.
EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
Top 1 US Careers.
>>>180,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.<<<
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#414 Jevon Wooden: From the Military to Mindset Mastery — Part Two
16 Jun· Chief Change Officer
From facing seven years in prison at 17 to leading soldiers in Afghanistan, Jevon Wooden’s story is more than a redemption arc—it’s about owning your power the moment you realize you’ve still got one.
In Part Two, Jevon gets tactical. He breaks down the frameworks behind his coaching work—from redefining confidence, to managing emotional triggers, to the underrated power of setting non-negotiables. We talk inner dialogue, identity shifts, and what it means to actually “own your kingdom.”
This isn’t just mindset—it’s method. And it’s built on real scars, not theory.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
Confidence Isn’t Loud
“Confidence isn’t ‘I know everything.’ It’s knowing you can figure it out.”
Why true confidence starts with humility—not bravado.
Triggers Are Teachers
“If something sets you off, it’s pointing to a wound. Not the world.”
How to decode your emotional responses instead of avoiding them.
From Victim to Victor
“You don’t need to wait for closure. You get to choose the story you tell yourself.”
How Jevon reclaimed his narrative after being wrongfully accused.
The ‘Own Your Kingdom’ Philosophy
“Your kingdom is your mind, your energy, your space. Guard it like royalty.”
What leadership looks like when it starts from within.
When to Say No
“If it doesn’t align with your purpose, it’s a distraction—no matter how good it sounds.”
The power of non-negotiables in building a life by design.
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#413 Jevon Wooden: From the Military to Mindset Mastery — Part One
16 Jun· Chief Change Officer
Before Jevon Wooden became a business coach, author, and speaker, he was a 17-year-old on trial—facing up to seven years in prison. In Part One, Jevon shares how that moment became the turning point that led him to the military, and how the battlefield taught him about clarity, purpose, and emotional control.
This isn’t just a story about second chances—it’s about deciding who gets to write your next chapter.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
The Moment Everything Changed
“I was 17, on trial, and scared out of my mind. That’s when I realized—I had to make a choice.”
The day that forced Jevon to take back control of his story.
Discipline with Direction
“The military gave me structure. But more importantly, it gave me a reason to use that structure.”
Why accountability means more when it’s personal.
Clarity Is a Weapon
“You need to know who you are before you can lead anyone else.”
How the battlefield shaped his inner compass.
The Power of Emotional Control
“I couldn’t afford to break down. Not in the middle of a mission.”
What combat taught him about staying steady when everything else isn’t.
Redefining Masculinity
“We were taught to suppress everything. But real strength is being able to handle your emotions, not hide them.”
Jevon’s take on emotional intelligence, especially for men of color.
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#412 Mark Bayer: From Ivory Tower to Power Play — Helping PhDs Get Heard (and Hired) — Part Two
13 Jun· Chief Change Officer
You’ve got the credentials, the data, and the ideas. But how do you make people actually care?
In Part Two, Mark unpacks his 11 Keys to Translating Complexity (complexitymadeclear.com) —an actionable framework to help scientists communicate clearly, concisely, and with impact. He explains why it’s not about dumbing down your message but lifting it up so others can meet it. From the science of metaphor to the neuroscience of attention, Mark arms PhDs with tools to shift from overlooked to influential—without losing their intellectual edge.
This episode is your field guide to getting heard, hired, and respected beyond the ivory tower.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
The 11 Keys That Cut Through
“People aren’t persuaded by volume. They’re moved by clarity.”
Why precision—and not more PowerPoint slides—is your best communication strategy.
Neuroscience for Nerds (And Everyone Else)
“Our brains reward novelty. That’s why metaphor works better than math in a pitch.”
How attention works, and what science communicators can learn from it.
PhDs Speak Another Language—Here’s How to Translate
“You’re crossing cultures. Treat it like that.”
Why business communication isn’t just a tone shift—it’s a worldview shift.
Connection Before Communication
“Until someone trusts you, they won’t hear you.”
The hidden role of empathy in making technical ideas land.
AI Has Data. You Have Voice.
“AI can’t tell a story it hasn’t seen. You can.”
Why human communication still matters more than ever in a post-ChatGPT world.
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#411 Mark Bayer: From Ivory Tower to Power Play — Helping PhDs Get Heard (and Hired) — Part One
13 Jun· Chief Change Officer
Before founding Bayer Strategic Consulting, Mark Bayer led communications on Capitol Hill for nearly two decades—helping politicians cut through noise, make arguments stick, and win support under pressure. These days, he brings that hard-earned clarity to a new crowd: scientists, researchers, and PhDs who need to get their message across in rooms that don’t speak science.
In Part One, Mark unpacks why so many highly educated experts still struggle to connect—and why messaging isn’t about making things simpler, but sharper. He shares stories from Congress, contrasts the cultures of academia and advocacy, and reveals the single most important mindset shift for researchers who want to be heard.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
First Day in Politics, First Misunderstanding
“I thought ‘R&D’ meant research and development. It meant Republicans and Democrats.”
What getting thrown into the deep end of political culture taught him about insider language.
The 8% Reality Check
“Only 8% of PhDs stay in academia. But the training assumes 100% will.”
Why the pipeline is broken—and who’s getting left behind.
From Data Dump to Message Discipline
“Academics want to show the depth of their knowledge. But the real skill is answering the question in front of you.”
How political strategy flips the communication playbook.
Beauty Doesn’t Equal Buy-In
“You can build something beautiful. But if it doesn’t solve a stakeholder’s problem, it won’t land.”
Why relevance trumps brilliance.
You’ve Got 10 Seconds
“Start with the point. Don’t make them dig for it.”
Why headlines—not history lessons—open doors.
Communication as a Career Lever
“This isn’t soft stuff. It’s the stuff that gets you hired.”
How learning to communicate is learning to lead.
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#410 Sande Golgart: Climbing the Wrong Mountain — Part Two
12 Jun· Chief Change Officer
After decades of chasing external wins, Sande Golgart decided to stop running. In Part Two, he shares the uncomfortable, intentional work of stepping back—what it took to unplug from achievement addiction and start redesigning a life that fits from the inside out.
This isn’t a story about reinvention through ambition. It’s a blueprint for growth through subtraction: less noise, more clarity; fewer roles, deeper connection; no hustle, just truth. From mending his marriage to redefining success, Sande opens up about what he calls “Life Peels”—and why letting go is the new way up.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
Listening Over Learning
“I wasn’t trying to fix anything. I just got quiet and listened.”**
Sande explains how stepping back from self-optimization gave him the clarity he had missed for years.
The Life Peels Method
“David was always in the marble. Michelangelo just removed what wasn’t him.”**
He introduces his philosophy of growth by subtraction—peeling away the excess to uncover what truly fits.
When Growth Isn’t More
“I’ve had enough of strategy decks and hero stories. I want to feel ease in my own skin.”**
Why he redefined ambition not as stacking wins but as feeling aligned, grounded, and whole.
Relearning Partnership
“When the noise died down, we both realized we’d never had stillness before.”**
How the transition to an empty nest revealed unspoken gaps in his marriage—and led to new connection.
Letting Life Lead
“I used to control everything. Now I just pay attention—and things unfold better than I planned.”**
What happened when he stopped pushing for outcomes and started trusting the process.
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#409 Sande Golgart: Climbing the Wrong Mountain — Part One
12 Jun· Chief Change Officer
Before he became a coach and founder, Sande Golgart was addicted to acceleration. He said yes to every challenge, thrived in high-stakes boardrooms, and made a name for himself as a relentless performer. But behind the energy and accolades, something didn’t sit right.
In Part One, Sande retraces his early life as a dunk contest champion, his rise through the corporate ranks, and the moment he realized the game he was winning wasn’t one he wanted to keep playing. What started as hustle became habit. What looked like progress felt like pressure. And what came next was a reckoning.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
Playing to Win—Even in a Suit
“I approached sales the same way I approached dunk contests: high energy, no fear, go all in.”
How a competitive spirit helped Sande rise fast—but also masked the cost.
Yes Man Syndrome
“I never said no. I didn’t even know what no sounded like.”
Why overcommitment isn’t ambition—it’s avoidance in disguise.
Movement as a Mask
“As long as I kept moving, I didn’t have to think. Stillness scared the hell out of me.”
When action becomes a coping mechanism, not a strategy.
The Wrong Summit
“You keep pushing for the top, then get there and realize… it’s not your mountain.”
Sande explains the disorienting moment that sparked his pivot.
Forgotten Self
“I knew my job title. I knew my revenue targets. But I couldn’t tell you what I liked.”
How busyness blurred his sense of identity—and what came next.
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#408 Jodi Silverman: When the Kids Grow Up, But You’re Just Getting Started — Part Two
6 Jun· Chief Change Officer
Jodi Silverman never expected reinvention to arrive between carpools and client meetings. But once her kids left and the hustle paused, she realized success had masked something deeper: restlessness.
In Part 2, Jodi shares the emotional (and practical) shift from parenting full-time to rediscovering your own interests. She walks us through her signature DARE Method and dishes out real talk on marriage, identity, and why your kids aren’t your best friends (even if you really, really like them).
This isn’t just an episode about empty nests. It’s about refilling your own life—on your own terms.
Key Highlights of Our Interview:
“You’re always their mom—but not always their problem-solver.”
Letting go means shifting from fixer to coach, giving your adult kids space—and yourself permission to grow.
Best Friend? Nope. Mom Forever.
“They have friends. What they need is a parent who actually knows when to walk away.”
Jodi explains why clinging to closeness can backfire—and how healthy detachment brings deeper connection.
The Real Empty Nest Challenges
“It’s not just missing them. It’s not knowing who you are without them.”
It’s not about quiet halls—it’s about a loud identity crisis. Jodi breaks down the emotional vacuum no one warns you about.
The DARE Method
“Decide. Awaken. Reimagine. Experience.”
Jodi’s four-step formula to reclaim your identity—starting with a brain dump, not a five-year plan.
Rediscovering You
“What did you used to like—before you were someone’s plus one?”
She urges listeners to list lost joys, try without judgment, and welcome failure as a doorway to rediscovery.
Day Swaps, Not Date Nights
“Plan a day around what lights them up. You’ll learn more than any heart-to-heart.”
From partners to adult children, this method rebuilds connection through shared experiences and mutual curiosity.
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