The Ripple Effect Podcast with Steve Harper

Steve Harper
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Jan 14, 2022 • 59min

Rippling with Master Rippler Barry Silverberg

Barry Silverberg is a veteran nonprofit and volunteer leader whose 45-year career has engaged him in all aspects of nonprofit leadership, management, resource development, and communications. His emphasis is currently on nonprofit governance, strategic thinking, board engagement, professional and organizational development, and public policy awareness and advocacy. Barry founded, and is Executive Director of Nonprofit Austin and the Center for Nonprofit Studies at Austin Community. Since its start in 2000, the Center has become a leading provider of workforce development and professional learning opportunities in Central Texas. Its classes and Certificates reflect Barry's commitment to unleashing the potential of every participant and promoting racial and social equity and justice within the nonprofit community. Barry's career also includes 15 years as adjunct faculty at St. Edward University teaching the New College's Nonprofit Management and Leadership course. He was formerly the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations CEO; Executive Director of the American Creativity Association; and enjoyed a 23-year career as Executive Director/ CEO of Jewish Federations in Syracuse, NY and Austin, TX. An active coach and mentor, Barry believes change emanates from passionate individuals moved by visions and dreams. As creator, Executive Producer, and Moderator, of the Center's Civil Society television and webcast, he focused a year on the experience of people of color in Austin. He was the Secretary of School of Thought, an international nonprofit whose online education provide courses, content, and other resources that teach creative and critical thinking skills to anyone and everyone, for free. Barry played a pivotal role in the creation of the Texas Nonprofit Council, during his service on two Texas Legislature task forces focused on strengthening and engaging the nonprofit sector. He has consulted with hundreds of area and state nonprofits and has been a leader in dozens of nonprofit organizations. He also shares his perspective with foreign delegations sponsored by the United States Department of State. Barry has a master's degree in Jewish Communal Service from Brandeis University (1976) and a bachelor's degree in Political Science with a minor in Judaic Studies (1969). Married to Marcia Lederman Silverberg for over 45 years, they have two children.
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Jan 4, 2022 • 33min

Lucky 7 Kickoff: Doubling Down For 2022

Steve kicks off season 7 of this episode. He's clearly caffeinated and ready to rock and roll or should we say Ripple his way into 2022! Come along for the ride!
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Dec 30, 2021 • 9min

Look Back, Before You Look Forward

As we approach a new year, most of us will look toward setting resolutions and goals because well, that's what we do. I suggest a different approach before you do all of that. One that helps you start planning from a position of recognition and self-appreciation.
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Dec 28, 2021 • 46min

Rippling with The Amazing Lisa Cox

Had such an amazing time Rippling with a woman that played a very big part in my early days as an entrepreneur. Lisa Cox was a Junior Achievement Coordinator that saw potential in me that maybe I didn't see in myself. Whether she believes it or not, she actually played a role in helping form me into the Rippling machine I am today. Even if it took a strong Texas accent and some butt kicking boots to do it.
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Nov 27, 2021 • 23min

The Matador, The Broken Wing & Some Unexpected Ripples

In this episode, Steve manages to turn this very painful injury into a lesson of Rippling that you just have to hear to believe.
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Nov 10, 2021 • 41min

Communication Expert Jim Comer

Jim Comer is a speaker, speech coach and writer with more than 30 years of experience working with executives of Fortune 500 companies. He has coached CEOs, as well as candidates for Governor of Texas and Lt. Governor of California. Jim has given presentation skills workshops to thousands of participants from high tech to direct sales to government agencies. His clients include Dell, Teacher Retirement System of Texas, KPMG, IBM, Avon, Austin Energy, and the American Cancer Society. Jim has spoken on communication skills to audiences in 25 states, Canada, and Mexico. His articles have appeared in The New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, and Readers' Digest. His book, When Roles Reverse: A Guide to Parenting Your Parents, was nominated by the Texas Writers' League as Best Non-Fiction Book of 2007. He has ghostwritten three autobiographies, including Austin icon Jane Sibley's memoir, Jane's Window published by Texas A&M Press. His writing credits include jokes for Joan Rivers and a monologue for comedy legend Bob Hope. His play, Behind Every Good Woman, had a sixth month run in Los Angeles. An award-winning speaker in Toastmasters, Jim is a bungee jumper with video to prove it and a veteran of six quiz shows including Jeopardy.
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Oct 30, 2021 • 28min

Who Ya Hanging Out With?

In this podcast episode, Steve dives into a subject he raised a few videos back. Who are you spending time with? Are they serving you? Are they adding real value to your life or work? If not, maybe it's time to start hanging out with someone who does. Here's the link to the prior video that inspired this video: https://youtu.be/wrGtyHsaU2w Don't forget to pick up your Polar Camel Ripple Hydro Flask at: https://ripplecentral.com/shop
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Oct 15, 2021 • 27min

Self-Hatred Is A Killer of My Happiness

Definition: Self-hatred arises from a negative spiral of bad self-esteem that may have various causes. Perhaps an event in childhood or earlier in life, causing the person to believe that they are worth less than others. Yup, I'm guilty as charged.
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Oct 2, 2021 • 1h 4min

Vanventures with Lisa Bussett - Part Two

Lisa's van adventures continue! So many people have asked me about Lisa and how her living in a van and traveling the country experience is going. So much so, it made sense to get her back on the podcast as my first ever returning guest! We caught up with Lisa in beautiful Washington State as she and Paco took some time out to catch us all up on her trip of a lifetime. You won't want to miss this one! Lisa is inspiring a lot of people to think differently about life and career choices and whether COVID is the ideal time to maybe give this lifestyle a try for yourself. Check out the amazing pictures and follow Lisa's adventures at lisabussett.com and @lisabussett on Instagram!
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Oct 1, 2021 • 47min

Rippling With Sales Expert And Podcaster Bill Cushard

Steve and Bill engage in an enlightening conversation about selling and what it takes to be really good at it. Bill Cushard has an incredible podcast called "Helping Sells Radio". Steve has been a fan of for a long time. To learn more about Bill: https://www.billcushard.com/ To learn more about his Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/helping-sells-radio/id1080713333

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