

Elevate with Robert Glazer
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Discover the keys to unlocking your full potential with the Elevate Podcast. Hosted by Robert Glazer, award-winning entrepreneur, #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and creator of the Friday Forward, the Elevate Podcast features interviews with world-renowned business leaders, New York Times bestselling authors, and leading experts who share their insights, best practices, and advice on how to elevate your life, your leadership, and your business. Whether you're seeking to cultivate better habits, reach new leadership heights, or simply learn from those who share your passion for growth and improvement, the Elevate Podcast offers practical steps for making impactful changes and reaching your full potential.
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Aug 20, 2024 • 45min
Elevate Classics: Former Salesforce Evangelist Tiffani Bova
Tiffani Bova, a former Global Customer Growth Evangelist at Salesforce and bestselling author, shares her insights on creating extraordinary customer experiences. She discusses the crucial connection between employee satisfaction and customer success, especially in the wake of the pandemic. Tiffani also highlights the balance between technology and the human touch in enhancing customer service. With tips from her latest book, *The Experience Mindset*, she emphasizes the importance of empathetic leadership and innovative solutions for a thriving business environment.

Aug 17, 2024 • 37min
Weekend Conversations: Your Struggles Don't Have To Define You
In this engaging discussion, sprinter Noah Lyles and gymnast Simone Biles share their journeys of overcoming mental health challenges to shine at the Paris Olympics. Lyles talks about battling asthma and anxiety, while Biles reflects on the importance of resilience. They both emphasize that struggles don't define us, urging listeners to embrace their vulnerabilities. The conversation also covers redefining success, the balance between mental health and strength, and the media's role in shaping narratives around achievement.

Aug 15, 2024 • 43min
Elevate Classics: Jeff Haden, One of The World's Top Writers
Jeff Haden, a celebrated ghostwriter known for his insights across diverse subjects, shares his transformative journey from manufacturing to writing. He discusses the art of crafting engaging titles and the importance of personal connections in finding inspiration. Haden highlights resilience and the gradual progress essential for achieving goals. Additionally, he explores work-life integration, shares lessons from professional mistakes, and delves into the true nature of motivation, encouraging listeners to embrace challenges on their paths to success.

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Aug 13, 2024 • 49min
Elevate Classics: Garrett Gunderson Debunks Investing Myths
Garrett Gunderson, founder of Wealth Factory and New York Times bestselling author, shares his insights on building a legacy through financial education. He discusses how family values shaped his financial perspectives and the importance of a sustainable wealth approach. The conversation compares the wealth strategies of the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts, emphasizing unity and purpose. Gunderson also examines modern parenting, urging a focus on resilience over entitlement, and highlights the need for authenticity and redefined success in relationships.

Aug 10, 2024 • 46min
Honoring The Life and Work of John Ruhlin
In this heartfelt discussion, gifting guru John Ruhlin shares his profound philosophy of radical generosity, emphasizing how thoughtful gifting can foster deep, meaningful relationships. He critiques the common practice of branding gifts, advocating for sincerity and personalization instead. John highlights the emotional impact of well-executed gifts and recounts personal experiences that demonstrate their power in both business and personal settings, offering insights on how to maintain genuine connections.

Aug 8, 2024 • 46min
Elevate Classics: Seth Godin on Finding A Career of Significance
Seth Godin, a visionary author of 21 bestsellers, joins to discuss striking insights on creativity and the future of work. He critiques traditional education for stifling curiosity and advocates for a system that values problem-solving over compliance. Godin emphasizes the importance of authentic engagement in marketing, the need for leadership over management in workplaces, and the transformative potential of AI on personal connections. He encourages a shift towards more meaningful work, promoting kindness and collaboration in both education and professional settings.

Aug 6, 2024 • 45min
Elevate Classics: Economist Brian Beaulieu's Stunning Economic Prediction for 2030
Brian Beaulieu, CEO of ITR Economics and a veteran economist, shares intriguing insights about the future of the global economy. He predicts a significant shift by 2030, spurred by demographic changes and declining populations in key countries like China and Japan. The conversation dives into the challenges businesses face with inflation and national debt, while offering investment strategies to navigate potential downturns. Beaulieu also underscores the importance of understanding market cycles for successful financial planning.

Aug 3, 2024 • 32min
Weekend Conversations: How We Do Anything Is How We Do Everything
Explore how small daily decisions shape our broader philosophies and foster growth. Discover the stark contrast in customer engagement between two food trucks in the Azores and the vital role of attention to detail in enhancing customer experiences. Learn how genuine engagement builds brand identity over superficial marketing. Delve into the balance leaders must strike between big-picture goals and crucial small details, all while appreciating the unexpected beauty in an abandoned hotel.

Aug 1, 2024 • 48min
Elevate Classics: Daniel Coyle, Author of The Culture Code
Daniel Coyle, bestselling author renowned for his insights into high-performing teams, uncovers the secret sauce behind elite groups like Navy SEAL Team Six and Pixar. He delves into the transformative power of culture, emphasizing safety, vulnerability, and clear direction. Coyle shares how admitting mistakes fosters trust, encourages transparency, and builds cohesive teams capable of thriving in high-pressure environments. He also highlights the necessity of aligning a company's values with actual practices to avoid cultural hypocrisy.

Jul 30, 2024 • 42min
Elevate Classics: Cat Hoke on The Importance of Second Chances
Cat Hoke, a dedicated entrepreneur and author, specializes in helping others reclaim their lives after incarceration. In a compelling conversation, she delves into the power of second chances and the systemic issues surrounding incarceration. Hoke discusses her non-profit, Hustle 2.0, which empowers inmates through entrepreneurship education, transforming their hustling skills into viable businesses. She shares inspiring success stories that challenge societal biases, emphasizing empathy and rehabilitation as keys to breaking the cycle of recidivism.