

From There to Here
Jason Shupp
From There to Here is a podcast for the bold and the brave—those who carve their own path in work and life. Hosted by Jason Shupp, this show dives into the unconventional origin stories of entrepreneurs and industry experts who defined their own success. These are stories of risk, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of opportunity. Each episode uncovers the pivotal moments and insights that shaped their careers, revealing how personal and professional lives intersect in powerful ways. Whether you're navigating your own business journey or seeking inspiration to take the next big leap, this podcast is your guide to turning reflection into action. Discover the stories that spark change. Learn more at https://missionmatters.com/author/jason-shupp/
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Aug 16, 2023 • 1h 3min
Ginette Collazo: A Lifetime Pursuit to Reduce Human Error
Ginette Collazo is an expert and world leader in human reliability. In this episode, Ginette shares the experiences that led her to pursue human productivity. She talks about organizational values, being curious, the impact of conditions vs. people, and the importance of thinking for yourself. We also talk a bit about Puerto Rico.Ginette Collazo, Ph. D. is an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience specializing in Engineering Psychology and Human Reliability. These disciplines study the interaction between human behavior and productivity. She has held positions leading Training and Human Reliability programs in the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Industry.In 2009, Dr. Collazo established Human Error Solutions (HES), a US-based boutique consulting firm. She has positioned herself as one of the few Human Error Reduction Experts worldwide. HES, led by Dr. Collazo, developed a unique methodology for human error investigations, cause determination, CA-PA development, and effectiveness implemented and proven amongst different industries globally. Furthermore, this scientific method has been applied in critical quality situations and workplace accidents. She is a Keynote Speaker at significant events around the world.Ginette Collazo, Ph. D., is the author of several books, “Human Error: Root Cause Determination Model” and “Mission Matters: World Leading Entrepreneurs Reveal their Top Tips to Success.” Also, she is the host of The Power of Why Podcast. A show about human behavior in the workplace and critical thinking. To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Aug 2, 2023 • 1h 9min
Ryan Klingensmith: A Mental Health Expert Shapes the Future
Ryan Klingensmith is a mental health expert and pioneer of youth digital stewardship through his organization Shape the Sky. In this episode, Ryan talks about the value of believing in oneself, the importance of confidence, curating your time, and being there for anybody who wants to be saved. Ryan shares many insights in the mental health industry and him and Jason talk about the present day intersection of youth, technology, and mental health.Ryan Klingensmith, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), is the founder of Shape the Sky. Ryan started his career in 1994, where he worked at an inpatient psychiatric hospital for teens diagnosed with a mental health disorder. He also worked in residential treatment facilities, teen shelters, and group homes for children and teens. In 2010, Ryan began providing outpatient mental health therapy for youth, and he also began working in Student Assistance Programs (SAPs) in Pennsylvania to present about drug and alcohol prevention. When he was working with middle school and high school students, he noticed the mistakes and misuse of social media. Shape the Sky was born when he identified a need for comprehensive, ongoing education about social media for parents, school personnel, law-enforcement and mental health providers. With technology and social media usage growing, the need to educate invested adults is growing too. With Ryan’s background in mental health and knowledge of social media, he developed a series of training programs to inform adults about current youth culture online, the mental health implications of social media, and general misuse of technology by kids and teens. Once they have a better awareness and understanding of what’s happening online, adults can use their wisdom to keep kids safe. To Learn more about Ryan, visit:www.shapethesky.orgryank@shapethesky.orgTo learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Jul 19, 2023 • 58min
Angela Lewis: A Role Model On and Off the Court
Angela Lewis is a former professional basketball player, championship-winning coach, and founder of ALA Public Relations. Her incredible journey from a young girl with low self-esteem to a successful athlete, coach, and entrepreneur is a testament to her resilience and determination.Angela is not only passionate about helping service-based leaders amplify their voices, but she is also dedicated to inspiring young girls worldwide to become leaders. As a role model and mentor, she aims to empower girls to pursue their passions, overcome obstacles, and reach their full potential. As a member of the International Women's Forum Women Athlete Business Network, Angela has made it her mission to promote gender equality and support girls' participation in sports. Her efforts have been recognized globally, including receiving the prestigious Robin Roberts Sports Communication Award, Urban League St.Louis Young Leader in Youth and Education, and the US Bank Woman of Distinction Award.Through her work at ALA Public Relations, Angela continues to make a difference in the lives of people worldwide. She and her team strive to build authentic relationships with clients and connect them with media placements that align with their values and voice.They provide media training to help experts develop confidence, clarity, and composure during interviews, ensuring that their message is heard loud and clear.Whether she is coaching basketball or empowering girls to become leaders, Angela is a force to be reckoned with. Her passion, dedication, and hard work are an inspiration to us all.You can find her books on Amazon:1. The Game Changing Assist: Six Simple Ways to Choose Success2. Workbook: The Game Changing Assist3. Post Moves: The Female Athlete's Guide to Dominate Life After College4. The Fundamental Game Plan: Every Basketball Player's 12 Week Success TrackerTo learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Jul 12, 2023 • 55min
Carolyn Meister: A Physical Therapist's Path to Healing
Carolyn Meister is a physical therapist and movement analysis expert. In this episode, she talks about the challenges and dark-side of perfection, tools for managing identities, having strategy as a core attribute, and we discuss the next evolution of physical therapy. Carolyn also threads the struggles of an eating disorder through her story, with grace and vulnerability.Carolyn Meister is the owner of Sports Movement Physio and Performance. She graduated in 2016 with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Washington University in St Louis, which is known for the emphasis of assessment and treatment of movement impairments. After graduating, she worked in outpatient clinics and became certified in Astym. Carolyn has worked at a number of settings but her passion has always been movement in function and sports. She specializes in video analysis of running gait, overhead athletes and jumping/cutting. Throughout her career as a PT and professional athlete, she has had a unique opportunity to understand many aspects of returning to activities and sports. Carolyn prides herself on working with patients to instill in them the confidence and knowledge about the function of their body in order to return safely to activities/sport and increase the longevity of their wellness.To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Jun 28, 2023 • 53min
Ken Eslick: Natural Born Leader
Recruitment expert and thought leader Ken Eslick joins host Jason Shupp to talk through his origin story. In this episode, Ken talks about leadership as help, compliance vs. followers, the gift or trust, the realization of identity shifts, living with uncertainty, and the power of conscious connections.Ken Eslick is the co-founder and CEO of the Leaders Lab, an executive leadership recruiting firm. Ken is also the host of the Leaders Lab Podcast, a weekly show that delves into the world of leadership and personal development. As a Tony Robbins trainer and through his work at the Leaders Lab, Ken shares actionable advise and lessons from great leaders across all walks of life.Ken is an expert in leadership and team building, with extensive experience leading teams as large as 1000 in both public and private companies. As a C-suite coach and talent acquisition specialist, Ken has had a successful F500 exit and has placed over 500 executives.To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Jun 21, 2023 • 1h 10min
Carla Fowler: A High Performing Life
Performance science focused executive coach Carla Fowler shares her origin story with host Jason Shupp. We cover a wide array of topics, including perspectives on performance, where your attention goes, betting on yourself, designing your own curriculum, not mailing in the important stuff, and having some good now.Carla Fowler, MD PhD, founded THAXA out of a passion for performance science, where the fields of strategy, productivity, and psychology intersect. Since its inception in 2013, THAXA’s scientific approach to individualized coaching has attracted a devoted client base of dozens of executives at firms ranging from Fortune 500 technology companies to venture-backed startups to innovative nonprofits. Carla’s coaching methods draw upon the multidisciplinary field of performance science to generate the best ideas surrounding strategy, execution, and mindset to assist leaders in their endeavors. Over the past 10 years, she has distilled the key principles of performance into understandable concepts and a method that helps leaders incorporate these ideas into their day-to-day performance; helping them go faster and improving their results. Outside of her coaching, Carla truly enjoys sharing her key performance principles with audiences while engaging in thought-provoking conversations surrounding her passion for performance science. Carla graduated from Brown University magna cum laude, earned her MD and PhD at the University of Washington, and completed her internship in general surgery at Stanford University. She has also competed in athletics at the elite level for many years, winning a world championship and three national titles in the sport of Ultimate Frisbee. To Learn more about Carla, visit:Website: https://www.thaxa.com/Social Media links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrCarlaFowlerLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-fowler/To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Jun 14, 2023 • 1h
David Reich: It's a Kind of Magic
Technology leader and magician David Reich talks with host Jason Shupp and shares his intersection of science and magic, as he talks about the value of suspending disbelief, missing what is in front of you, beta testing magic in the office, consulting from the trenches, and the importance of tactical listening.David Reich is a technology and business leader, combining that with his passion and talent as a magician, mentalist and stage hypnotist, having delivered interactive experiences to organizations world wide. Rather than make a choice on “geek Or magician”, he decided that it was not a choice and figured out how to leverage them together to be more successful at both than either one separately.David discovered how the principles of a mystery performer can be used for business and life success; to build rapid rapport for more effective communication, enhancing team building and engagement, innovation, collaboration, and customer-facing skills including sales and executive presence. His audiences receive a toolbox that they can use immediately and will remember for the rest of their lives. With his unique brand of Entertainment, Education and Enlightenment, David shares techniques, tools (and yes, some secrets!) for effective communication skills to build personal and professional eminence. A link to his Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/david_reich_observationistTo learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Jun 7, 2023 • 49min
Augie Johnston: Putting in the Time, On and Off the Court
Athlete turned entrepreneur Augie Johnston shares his origin story with host Jason Shupp. In this episode, Augie shares insights into international sports, leveraging self-discipline, getting a you-tube education, learning the value of caring, and the recognition of obsession, hard work, and time in grade.Augie Johnston is a 36 year old ex-YouTuber, former professional basketball player, turned entrepreneur. He is currently making waves in the video editing industry as a result of his promising start-up called VidChops.Vidchops, the brainchild of Augie, assists video creators, influencers, and digital marketers by carrying out the hard work of editing their videos. This allows them tofocus more on the “content” side of their productions to therefore help them create more and better videos for their channel or brand.Augie works with full time YouTubers, online personalities, thought leaders, and anyone that creates online videos for their businesses.To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

May 24, 2023 • 57min
Jay Acunzo: A Storyteller Flips His Script
Storyteller and multi-faceted content creator Jay Acunzo shares his origin story with host Jason Shupp. Jay talks about creative fingerprints, learning to trust his own sensibilities, the understated value of risk mitigation, having clarity on purpose, and reach vs. resonance.Jay Acunzo is one of the world’s most sought-after business storytellers. He's an author, speaker, and the host the podcast Unthinkable, where creators take us inside unconventional choices that led to refreshingly original work. Jay was an early voice in the rise of content marketing, holding editorial and marketing roles for tech startups as well as brands like Google and HubSpot. He’s developed and hosted original podcasts and docuseries for clients like Salesforce, Wistia, Help Scout, GoDaddy, and Drift, and he’s now the cofounder of the Creator Kitchen, a membership program helping you push yourself creatively. Jay’s grandest aspiration-slash-delusion is to be the Anthony Bourdain of workplace storytelling.To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

May 10, 2023 • 1h 7min
Andy Bartling: History of the Copywriter (part 1)
Career copywriter Andy Bartling tells his origin story with host Jason Shupp. Andy talks about being curious, getting the easy things right, knowing what’s important; and he shares key concepts, including difference, relevance and being a category of one. We also discuss what it is like having a career in writing that includes a typewriter and AI.For more than 40 years, Andy Bartling has been a copywriter and brand positioning/messaging strategist for the Fortune 500, as well as a select group of smaller organizations. He has written for global and domestic companies in a variety of industries—including financial services, healthcare, life sciences, energy, technology, manufacturing and many others. He has worked for Citi, GE, MasterCard, Express Scripts, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, Humana and technology leaders such as Apple, Sony and Hewlett-Packard.To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/