Disruptive Influence with Jeff Abracen

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.Chapters00:00 Unlocking Personal Growth Through Feedback02:02 Innovative Marketing Strategies in Taxation09:09 The Transition from Marketing to Product Management11:56 Curiosity as a Catalyst for Lifelong Learning17:08 Creating a Safe Space for Radical Candor21:55 Building Intuitive Products for Diverse Consumers27:12 Driving Growth Through Team Belief and Innovation33:54 Transforming Tax Anxiety into Positive Experiences40:03 The Future of Taxation: Embracing AI and Change43:13 Influences of Personal Background and MentorshipConnect with Jeff Abracen on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/]If you are or know a disruptive influencer who would make a great guest, we'd love to hear from you. Every Like, Share, Subscription and Review means a lot.Cover art by Daniel DevoyMusic by Stephen Voyce©2024 The Disruptive Influence Podcast - Jeff Abracen

Sam Browne, a New Zealand-based LinkedIn Creator, Coach, entrepreneur, and former rock musician, shares his transformative journey from corporate life to thriving on LinkedIn. He discusses his audience growth strategies, the 80/20 rule for engagement, and embracing identity shifts amid burnout. Sam reveals the story behind his iconic dinosaur emoji 🦖 and dives into creating digital products for passive income, emphasizing authenticity in content creation while exploring the thrill of launching his first product.

Jasmin Alić, a prominent LinkedIn Coach and Corporate Trainer, dives into the impactful connection between writing and legacy. He shares his journey from a war-torn childhood in Bosnia to becoming an influential content creator. The conversation explores the power of authenticity in social media, the importance of daily habits for resilience, and the joy of community engagement. With a delightful twist, he even discusses his quirky burger preferences while reflecting on family influences and the importance of meaningful interactions.

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.Connect with Jeff Abracen on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/]If you are or know a disruptive influencer who would make a great guest, we'd love to hear from you. Every Like, Share, Subscription and Review means a lot.Cover art by Daniel DevoyMusic by Stephen Voyce©2024 The Disruptive Influence Podcast - Jeff Abracen

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!Connect with Jeff Abracen on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/]If you are or know a disruptive influencer who would make a great guest, we'd love to hear from you. Every Like, Share, Subscription and Review means a lot.Cover art by Daniel DevoyMusic by Stephen Voyce©2024 The Disruptive Influence Podcast - Jeff Abracen

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: dan@nelkencreative.comConnect with Jeff Abracen on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/]If you are or know a disruptive influencer who would make a great guest, we'd love to hear from you. Every Like, Share, Subscription and Review means a lot.Cover art by Daniel DevoyMusic by Stephen Voyce©2024 The Disruptive Influence Podcast - Jeff Abracen

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.Connect with Jeff Abracen on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/]If you are or know a disruptive influencer who would make a great guest, we'd love to hear from you. Every Like, Share, Subscription and Review means a lot.Cover art by Daniel DevoyMusic by Stephen Voyce©2024 The Disruptive Influence Podcast - Jeff Abracen

#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.Connect with Jeff Abracen on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/]If you are or know a disruptive influencer who would make a great guest, we'd love to hear from you. Every Like, Share, Subscription and Review means a lot.Cover art by Daniel DevoyMusic by Stephen Voyce©2024 The Disruptive Influence Podcast - Jeff Abracen

Greg Kihlstrom, a digital transformation thought leader and author, shares his insights on empowering employees and optimizing processes for enterprise success. He dives into the importance of structured processes, revealing how they help businesses scale effectively. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in enhancing customer experiences and the balance between data privacy and user engagement. Kihlstrom emphasizes the need for organizations to embrace creative tension and cultivate a culture where employee autonomy drives innovation.

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.Connect with Jeff Abracen on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/]If you are or know a disruptive influencer who would make a great guest, we'd love to hear from you. Every Like, Share, Subscription and Review means a lot.Cover art by Daniel DevoyMusic by Stephen Voyce©2024 The Disruptive Influence Podcast - Jeff Abracen