Making the Ideal Real

In this episode, Ryan speaks with Richard Coffey, keynote speaker, sales trainer, former professional athlete and prior member of the US Army's 82nd Airborne Division Paratrooper, on the importance of having a personal strategic plan to guide your life. He shares how his plan has helped him succeed and the accountability it provided to guide him. Speaking on structure, consistency, discipline and courage, Richard provides tips for listeners to help them achieve their goals. Enjoy!

In this episode, Ryan speaks with Chuck Wachendorfer, President of think2perform on managing ourselves and others during uncertain times. Chuck speaks about how stress affects us personally and in how we lead others. With insight on leveraging technology and tools, along with underlying gratitude and recognition of others, he gives tips how we cope with uncertainty.

In this episode, Ryan talks with Sam Richter, best-selling author, creator and founder of Know More sales. As a sought-after speaker on sales intelligence and digital reputation, Sam gives insight into how to ethically spy on others, through technology, with the understanding that others are also spying on you. He shares the distinction between your personal brand and your digital reputation while giving specific tips on how to manage both. Today, as we're tied to technology more than ever, Sam's message is timely. Enjoy! Link to further information: https://bit.ly/2UMC3yL

In this episode, Ryan speaks with Ray Kelly, SVP of think2perform, on the topic of change. Moving through life, and hopefully growing along the way, requires change. Ray shares why it's human nature to resist change and how that resistance impacts us personally and in the workplace. He shares steps leaders must use when leading a cultural transformation. Providing facts and resources, listeners will receive actionable takeaways to best approach the inevitable changes we all face.

In this episode, Ryan speaks with Kris Petersen, SVP of Think2Perform, on living an authentic life. While authenticity is personal and looks different for each of us, the desire to live our definition of authenticity is consistent amongst all. Kris shares her journey towards living her best, most authentic life with stories of how authenticity showed up for her as a leader and in her personal life. She shares thoughts on the importance of being authentic and the impact it has in the workplace and personally. Enjoy!

In this episode, Ryan Goulart speaks with Zach Mercurio, Speaker, Author of The Invisible Leader and Adjunct Professor and Researcher at Colorado State University on the topic of purpose. While working in an unfulfilling job, Zach found himself having a life changing conversation with a cab driver whose work, that most may consider mundane, provided the man with an abundance of fulfillment. With a focus on what he was contributing to others, this driver's perspective was admirable. After that conversation, Zach quit his job and found himself studying how we can develop a contribution centered mindset. In this podcast, Zach shares how he helps people realize their own significance, guiding them in recognizing what use they are to the world and other people, while aligning how one's strengths and resources meet human needs. He gives the audience tangible tools, including a 7-day challenge, to help identify and live their purpose every day! Enjoy!

In this episode, Ryan speaks with Doug Lennick, CEO of think2perform, on emotional intelligence. Doug shares the impact authenticity and emotional intelligence has had on his career, on the organizations he has led, and the clients he has helped. He shares tools we can all use to develop and apply emotional intelligence and even gives an example of how Winnie-The-Pooh applied E.I.

In this episode, Ryan Goulart speaks with Dr. Rick Aberman on performance. Rick emphasizes the importance emotions, authenticity and acceptance play in our lives and their impact on our performance. He shares how presence, curiosity, vulnerability and technology are affecting mental health while reminding us that we are not defined by failure; we are good enough. Enjoy this episode!

In this episode, Ryan Goulart speaks with Spenser Segal, CEO of ActiFi, on getting what we want for ourselves personally and professionally. Spenser shares tips and tools he employs, including the use of willpower to instill habits and the value of self-kindness, on the path to goal achievement. Both in the workplace and in his personal life, Spenser is focused and aware; his insights are relatable and advice actionable. Enjoy the episode!

In this episode, Doug Lennick, CEO of think2perform, outlines the What Do You Want For Yourself process, a five step goal achievement outline. Achieving your goals is a rightfully selfish process provided it is in alignment with your values and principles. The process has been used by thousands of people to get what they truly want by identifying the difference between a goal and a dream, and putting key activities into your calendar.