

Business Minds Coffee Chat
Jay Scherr
Conversations with extraordinary business leaders, thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and others who are changing the world through the work they do. The goal is to share insights, help to inspire and lift others, and deliver practical, meaningful, and actionable content.
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Oct 9, 2025 • 1h
285: Dr. Jeffrey Hull | The Path From Self to Other to System
Dr. Jeffrey Hull, a highly sought-after facilitator, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and executive coach to leaders across the globe, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Jeff brings years of translating science into leadership as a consultant, psychologist, and teacher at New York University and Harvard Medical School. His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Investor’s Business Daily, and other major media outlets. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Jeff’s journey from therapist to leadership coaching ✅ The science of leadership ✅ How to expand your impact as a leader ✅ And much more! Get connected with Jeff: Website: https://www.jeffreyhull.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffreyhullphd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-hull-ph-d-bcc-062b09/ Purchase a copy of The Science of Leadership: https://www.amazon.com/Science-Leadership-Nine-Expand-Impact/dp/B0DLFK4DMH Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay

Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 3min
284: Shawn Kanungo | Be Bold and Become Indispensable
Shawn Kanungo, a globally recognized innovation strategist and disruption expert, bestselling author, and a wildly popular keynote speaker who was named in Forbes as the “Best Virtual Keynote Speaker I’ve Ever Seen,” joins me on this episode. Shawn previously spent 12 years at Deloitte, working closely with leaders to better plan for the opportunities associated with disruptive innovation. Shawn is a partner with Queen & Rook, where he advises leading organizations and executives on disruptive trends. His work and interviews have been featured in various media outlets, including Forbes, The Globe & Mail, The Guardian, CBC, and CTV. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ The moment that changed the trajectory of Shawn’s life ✅ Embracing the darkness ✅ Unlearning limiting mindsets ✅ The Bold Ones ✅ And much more! Get connected with Shawn: Website: https://shawnkanungo.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shawnkanungo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnkanungo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnkanungo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShawnKanungo Purchase a copy of The Bold Ones: https://www.amazon.com/Bold-Ones-Innovate-Disrupt-Indispensable/dp/1264669151 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay

Sep 25, 2025 • 60min
283: Dr. Bob Rosen | Learning to Let Go & Level Up
Dr. Bob Rosen, clinical psychologist, founder & CEO of Healthy Companies, NYT bestselling author, and keynote speaker, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Bob is a world-renowned thought leader on healthy people and healthy organizations. His work has been featured in major media outlets, including The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Time, and more. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ The attachments we carry that weigh us down ✅ What really gets in the way of success and fulfillment ✅ The antidote that can improve our quality of life ✅ And much more! Get connected with Bob: Website: https://www.bobrosen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bob.rosen.560 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobrosen4 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobrosen/ Purchase a copy of Detach: https://www.amazon.com/Detach-Ditch-Your-Baggage-Fulfilling/dp/1637746458 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay

Sep 18, 2025 • 31min
282: Kevin Miller | Navigating Life Transitions
Kevin Miller, a former professional cyclist turned entrepreneur and author, shares his journey of navigating life transitions. He reflects on the challenges of linking identity to achievements, which led to burnout and damaged relationships. Kevin emphasizes the power of self-awareness and the importance of defining oneself moment-by-moment. He explores the common pitfalls during transitions and the missed opportunities for growth. With insights on overcoming identity-based anxiety and practicing self-compassion, his advice is both profound and practical.

Sep 11, 2025 • 54min
281: Britt Frank | How to Tame Your Inner Critic
Britt Frank, a licensed neuro-psychotherapist, trauma specialist, expert in human behavior, keynote speaker, and author, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Britt's work has been featured in major media outlets, including Psychology Today, The New York Times, Esquire, Cosmopolitan, Fast Company, and Forbes. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Parts Work & Internal Family Systems ✅ Why each of us has multiple personalities ✅ Understanding and working with our different parts ✅ Taming our inner critic ✅ And much more! Get connected with Britt: Website: https://www.brittfrank.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittfrankmsw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittfrank/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@brittfrank Purchase a copy of The Science of Stuck: https://www.amazon.com/Science-Stuck-Breaking-Through-Inertia/dp/0593542851 Purchase a copy of Align Your Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Align-Your-Mind-Critic-Shadow/dp/0593850777 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay

Sep 4, 2025 • 48min
280: Brad Stulberg | Becoming a Master of Change
Brad Stulberg, researcher, USA Today and national bestselling author, executive coach, speaker, and podcast host, joins me on this episode. Brad is a regular contributor to The New York Times, and his work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, The New Yorker, Sports Illustrated, Outside Magazine, Forbes, and other outlets. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Change is the nature of our lives ✅ Navigating change ✅ Disorder events ✅ Acceptance and commitment therapy ✅ And much more! Get connected with Brad: Website: https://www.bradstulberg.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=2221701 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-stulberg-009b168b/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BStulberg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradstulberg/ Purchase a copy of Master of Change: https://www.amazon.com/Master-Change-Everything-Changing-Including/dp/006325316X Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay

Aug 28, 2025 • 28min
279: Mike Brick | Accepting Responsibility and Finding Peace
Mike Brick, owner of Clean & Green Outdoor Services, joins me on this episode. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Mike's backstory ✅ Lessons learned from going to prison ✅ The importance of freedom and mentorship ✅ Cultivating a positive mindset ✅ And more! Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay

Aug 21, 2025 • 56min
278: Angus Fletcher | Tapping Into Your Hidden Intelligence
Angus Fletcher, a world leading expert on the science of storytelling, bestselling author, professor of story science at Ohio State University's Project Narrative, and a consultant to U.S. Army Special Operations, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. His research has been called "life changing" by Brené Brown and "mind blowing" by Malcolm Gladwell. In 2023, he was awarded the Commendation Medal by the U.S. Army for his "groundbreaking research" with U.S. Army Special Operations into primal intelligence. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ The power of story ✅ The surprising science of intelligence (and why you’re smarter than you think) ✅ A different way to use our brain ✅ And much more! Get connected with Angus: Website: https://www.angusfletcher.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operation_human/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angus-fletcher-99713617/ Purchase a copy of Primal Intelligence: https://www.amazon.com/Primal-Intelligence-Smarter-Than-Know/dp/0593715306 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay

Aug 14, 2025 • 31min
277: Steve Ridder | Born to Coach and Lead
Steve Ridder, Head Coach of Embry-Riddle’s men’s basketball program, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Steve led the biggest turnaround in NAIA history, guided the Embry-Riddle Eagles to an NAIA national championship, has been named Coach of the Year eight times, and has been inducted into five Halls of Fame. Fueled by a relentless desire to grow, Steve’s vision reached far beyond winning games. He set out to create a program that the entire university could be proud of; one built on excellence, character, and a lasting impact on students, faculty, and the community. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ The power of relationships ✅ Pursuing your dream and vision ✅ Building resilience through difficult moments ✅ Learning to lead ourselves ✅ And much more! Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay

Aug 7, 2025 • 55min
276: Fotini Iconomopoulos | Learn How to Say Less & Get More
Fotini Iconomopoulos, bestselling author of Say Less, Get More, international negotiation expert and advisor, and keynote speaker, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. With two decades of experience across more than 170 industries and six continents, Fotini has delivered results for global brands including Microsoft, Walmart, and Rolls-Royce. Her approach blends behavioral science, sharp commercial insight, and real-world application to help professionals communicate with confidence and influence with integrity. She has been featured in major media outlets, including Forbes, Harvard Business Review, Business Insider, and CNN. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ The psychology and power dynamics of negotiation ✅ Why saying less can actually help you gain more ✅ Learning your negotiation style and what it reveals about you ✅ And much more! Get connected with Fotini: Website: https://fotiniicon.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fotini.iconomopoulos Twitter: https://x.com/fotiniicon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fotiniicon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fotiniiconomopoulos/ Take the negotiation style quiz: https://fotiniicon.com/quiz/ Purchase a copy of Say Less, Get More: https://www.amazon.com/Say-Less-Get-More-Unconventional/dp/1443459526 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay