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Episode 85
Guest Haley McClain Hill, Air Force Veteran, Entrepreneur, Professional Speaker
NFL Cheerleader and Air Force Vet Talks about Key Risks
November 7, 2024
Why do we love cheerleaders? They get us out of our seats and pump us up!! Haley McClain Hill takes her contagious energy and can-do spirit and applies it to all areas of her life. In this episode she talks about her career ambition, to include landing a deal on Shark Tank to help launch her clothing brand. Haley is evidence if you can dream it, you can do it. In this Bet on You episode, she teaches us how!!
How do you find the courage to make a 180° change in your life?
Join host Angie Morgan each week as she delves into these questions and more with the “ordinary” extraordinary, real-life people who are accomplishing amazing things. Every episode features an inspiring story that shares tools and strategies you can use for your own journey to amazing.
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Episode 84
Guest Michael Andrews, Owner of Michael Andrews Bespoke - New York's Premier Custom Tailor
Bespoke Clothier and Entrepreneur Talks about Executive Style
October 31, 2024
On your Bet on You journey, you don’t want to just act the part – you want to be the part. Michael Andrews is here to give us style tips on how to rock our executive presence. Plus, you’ll learn about his entrepreneurial journey … it’s an inspiring tale. Michael teaches us in this episode that you can combine your passion with your career and, when you do, you find surprising fulfillment.
Episode 83
Guest Rich Cardona, Podcast Expert
Retired Marine turned Podcaster Talks about Eliminating Barriers to Success
October 24, 2024
One of Rich Cardona’s most popular YouTube videos is his discussion on quitting drinking so he could focus on building his business. This aha! moment came to him after a regrettable night, followed by a morning of clarity. We all have barriers between us and our dreams. Rich Cardona inspires us to break those barriers!
Episode 82
Guest Chuck Garcia, Speaker/Author/Professor/Mountaineer
Get Courageous by Admitting It’s Okay to Not Be Okay
October 17, 2024
Chuck Garcia shouldn’t be here. He was one of those individuals who was supposed to be in the Twin Towers on 9.11. As fate would have it, his schedule changed. So did his life. The most powerful learning he pulled from this experience is to not wait for the tragedy to happen to change your life. Start making small, significant changes today to be more intentional with your time and effort.
Episode 81
“Higher Ground” Author and Associate NYU Professor Shares Guidance on Leading with Our Values
Guest Alison Taylor, Author and Associate Professor
October 10, 2024
There are times leading with our values creates conflict – be it with others, our company, our community. What do we do then? Some of the biggest risks we take are with our relationships. Being able to have intelligent, respectful, thoughtful disagreements is so key to navigating conflict and coming to a place of better understanding. We learn how to do this with Alison Taylor.
Episode 80
A Triathlon Coach’s Encouraging Words to All Aspiring Athletes
Guest Nick Tranbarger, Triathlon coach
October 3, 2024
You might not want to participate in a triathlon. But maybe you’ve got a few goals and you need a new approach to achieving them. Tune into coach extraordinaire Nick Tranbarger’s episode and get some critical wisdom into setting, prioritizing, and achieving your goals.
Episode 79
Be Unique in Your Field
Guest Jenny Kim, COO at Vantage Legal
September 26, 2024
You need to distinguish yourself on your Bet on You journey. That’s exactly what Jenny Kim, COO at Vantage Legal, has done throughout her career to ensure she’s influential, memorable, and able to tackle big problems. You’re going to find so much career and life wisdom in this episode as Jenny shares what guidance has allowed her to thrive as a professional committed to using her gifts to advance social issues.
Episode 78
You Can Make the Change
Guest Regina Jones, Sr Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary | ADM
September 19, 2024
Success is in your reach! Hear from Regina Jones, Sr Vice President at ADM, on how to focus in on your goals and commit to the right behaviors that allow you to reach the vision you have for yourself. In this episode, you’ll gain so much motivation and inspiration from an experienced leader who knows exactly what it means to "Bet on You!"
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Episode 77
Napoleon Dynamite’s Producer Talks about Taking Big Risks
Guest Sean Covel, Producer
September 12, 2024
If you haven’t seen Napoleon Dynamite, where have you been? Sean Covel, Producer on the film, shares with us his journey to success on this passion project. He talks about rejection, perseverance, and – ultimately – the role authenticity plays in guiding us all as creatives.
Episode 76
Fearlessly Lead Your Career with Essential Insights from Industry Powerhouse
Guest Janette Waller, EVP at First American
May 30, 2024
In this candid conversation, Janette self-reflects and shares success stories, failure stories, and times in her career when she knew she had to change in order to grow and develop. If you’re wondering how to get ahead, tune in to this episode – Janette shares many best practices on how to navigate your career.
Episode 75
Overcoming Trauma and Building Resilience: Insights from a Retired Navy SEAL
Guest Dr. Daniel Luna, Retired US Navy SEAL and Entrepreneur
May 23, 2024
After retiring from an impressive career in the Navy, with more than 15 years of operational experience and being selected into the most elite Seal Team (Development Group), Dan Luna went on a journey to understand how our society can better prepare professionals for trauma experiences. His research is compelling and relevant to anyone – healthcare providers, first responders – who work in environments where life is on the line. Dan’s story is incredible! Enjoy this conversation as I reconnect with one of my dearest friends
Episode 74
Transforming Teams: The Power of Emotional Leadership
Guest Céline Gerson, President of Fugro
May 16, 2024
Céline Gerson is not only an impressive business leader, but has led an adventurous life. As President of Fugro, she talks about how her passion for the planet and people fuels her leadership across her organization. She’s known as a turnaround leader who’s able to generate value, build great teams, and bring her main character energy into whatever room she walks into.
Episode 73
Strategies to Navigate Disruption and Revitalize Your Organization
Guest Steve Dennis, Leading Global Retail Influencer, Keynote Speaker & Consultant, and Best-Selling Author
May 9, 2024
Steve Dennis is the author of the great new book “Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption.” He shares incredible guidance on how the thinking that got us here won’t get us “there.” He calls for leaders to have new mindsets, different thinking, and the ability to challenge the status quo in order to be relevant in the face of disruption. Whether you’re an executive, manager, or leading yourself, this episode is for you.
Episode 72
Elevate Your Sales Game: Matt Dixon, Author of 'The Challenger Sale,' Unveils Proven Strategies for Success
Guest Matt Dixon, co-founder of DCM Insights
May 2, 2024
We’re always selling – whether or not we’re actually in a sales role. Wouldn’t it be great, then, to experience less rejection and more success? Learn about the “Challenger” mindset and how to add value to others and increase your chances for a favorable outcome. In this episode, Matt Dixon teaches us how to “win” the LinkedIn game and adopt an Activator mindset.
Episode 71
Chasing the American Dream: Inspiring Stories of Ambition, Achievement, and Success
Guest Darko Mandich, co-founder of MeliBio
April 25, 2024
How does a man, who spent a significant portion of his life in war-torn Croatia and Serbia, immigrate to America and achieve the American Dream in record time? Darko Mandich shares with us how! After moving to the USA in 2020, he immediately partnered with a scientist to help realize his vision of saving the planet by saving bees. He and his partner, Aaron, are co-founders of MeliBio, a food technology company that manufactures vegan honey. Be(e!) on the lookout for Mellody honey popping up in local grocers in the near future.
Episode 70
Former Marine Officer's Journey from Battlefield to Boardroom, Revealing Management Mastery at Google and Twitter
Guest Russ Laraway, former Marine and Author
April 18, 2024
Russ Laraway has a story to tell! Not only does he have an impressive career (the Marine Corps, Google, Twitter, Qualtrics, Radical Candor and more!!), but he’s got an impressive book, “When They Win, You Win,” that provides managers with data-driven guidance that takes the mystery out of management and leadership. If you’re looking for practical and proven guidance to help you transform a group of individuals into a team, this is your Bet on You episode!
Episode 69
Success Secrets: How Blue Star Families' Founder Balances Passion and Career for Inspiring Results
Guest Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO and Board President of Blue Star Families
April 11, 2024
When former White House Staffer, Kathy Roth-Douquet, found herself in the role of “Marine Corps Spouse,” she had a profound realization that recharted her career. She knew military families, otherwise known as Blue Star Families, didn’t have advocacy at the highest levels of government. She also knew that without advocacy, you don’t have a voice. She saw her opportunity to create a non-profit that has since become the world’s largest advocacy group for American military families. Hear Kathy’s story and be inspired on how to take your passion, experience, and recreate your career.
Episode 68
Unlocking Success: Dana Perino's Expert Career Tips for Growth
Guest Dana Perino, Anchor of America's Newsroom and Co-Host of The Five
April 4, 2024
FOX News Anchor, Dana Perino, gives us her best career advice, which is relevant to all of us, at any stage in our career. Learn from the master on how to network, leverage your mentors, and deal with the daily pressure in your work. Dana also shares some powerful, behind-the-scenes experiences of what it's like to work for the President of the United States. She shares with us the power of listening, and how to be both seen and heard. You’re not going to want to miss this episode!
Episode 67
Relationship Transformation: How Being Vulnerable Makes You Strong
Featuring Host, Angie Witkowski, Former Marine Corps Captain and NY Times Best Selling Author
March 14, 2024
“It was the best/worst thing that ever happened to me.” Angie Witkowski shares the invaluable lessons she learned while navigating her divorce to a man she was married to for 17 years. She shares guidance on how to support kids through the process while still betting on herself so she could come out of the experience stronger and more resilient.
Episode 66
Financial Independence: Shape Your Tomorrow
Guest Stephanie Cox, Former CEO of Wood Americas
March 7, 2024
It’s no surprise that money gives you security. Did you ever think, though, that financial challenges could be holding you back, professionally speaking? Hear from former CEO, Stephanie Cox, on wise, practical money moves you need to make at whatever career stage you’re in.
Episode 65
The Secrets to Leveling-Up in Your Career
Guest Kathy Kobe, Principal at K2 Consulting
February 29, 2024
This episode is special. Kathy Kobe was one of those managers who you’d follow wherever she went. I’d know, because she was my manager at the earliest stages of my career and when she left, I said “take me with you!”. Fortunately, she did, and I had the chance to observe what she did differently that set her apart from all the other managers. Hear from real-world leader, Kathy Kobe, on how to rise fast in your career and learn the secrets to leveling-up.
Episode 64
How to Find Inspiration
Guest Allison Holzer, Co-Founder & Principal Consultant at InspireCorps and Master Certified Coach (MCC)
February 22, 2024
Unstructured time. Do you ever get it? Well, there’s a gift awaiting you when you stop being so busy and start disconnecting. Ah-ha moments are found when we’re in periods of reflection. Learn from inspiration expert, Allison Holzer, on how to stay inspired every day, especially when you find yourself in a challenging place.
Episode 63
The Future of Work - Leading & Developing People in a Post-Pandemic Environment
Guest Kate Bravery, Mercer Chief of HR and Workforce Thought Leader
February 15, 2024
You play a key role in the lives of others! From the author of “Work Different: 10 Truths for Winning in the People Age,” Kate Bravery shares proven practices that help you transform your work environment into a place where people are inspired to deliver their best. After all, on your transformation journey, isn’t it better when you’re among a group also committed to reaching their full potential?
Episode 62
How to Disagree Productively
Guest Joanna Massey, Corporate Director
February 8, 2024
Here’s the deal on your life’s transformation: you’re going to find people who don’t support you. How do you move through disagreement without compromising your dreams, values, and point of view? It’s not digging your heels in or budging on your position. There’s another way. Dr. Joanna Massey is going to show us how respect, curiosity, and sharing our stories is the gateway to productive, healthy relationships.
Episode 61
Unstuck Your Life - How to Keep Moving Forward
Guest Jeff DeGraff, Dean of Innovation and professor at the University of Michigan
February 1, 2024
Ross School of Businesses’ Dean of Innovation is here to share with you how to apply business innovation practices to your life. If you’re stuck, dissatisfied, and feeling like you have no options, Jeff DeGraff will share with you creativity practices that can help you re-imagine the position you find yourself in…and create a path for your breakthrough.
Episode 60
Embracing Transformation Despite Fear
Guest Ena Hull, Experienced COO and Board Advisor
January 25, 2024
Ena Hull is an accomplished executive who rose through the ranks of a career in education before making a significant pivot into the world of finance. Ena’s an accomplished speaker, advisor, and guide. Learn from Ena how to take your life experiences and channel them into a new direction, while ensuring that you remain authentic and true to yourself on the journey.
Episode 59
How to Have Fun in Life
Guest Paul A. Long, Founder and Author of FUNdamism
January 18, 2024
Culture expert, creator of Fundamism, and author Paul Long wants you to have more fun in your life - and he’s here to share with you how! Tune into this wildly engaging, informative Bet on You conversation where you can learn the fundamentals of fun and how to discover joy in each and every day.
Episode 58
Making Changes in Your Life
Guest Vernice 'FlyGirl' Armour
DECEMBER 7, 2023
It’s always a great day when I get to connect with a fellow Marine Corps Officer. Vernice "FlyGirl" Armour is a trailblazer: first black woman combat pilot. She’s also an endless source of wisdom and inspiration. "V," as her friends call her, helps us get gutsy – the key to overcoming obstacles in our lives that prevent us from pursuing our dreams. If something stands between you and your goal, tune into this episode! You’ll learn how to become unstoppable.
Episode 57
Making Changes in Your Life
Guest Anne Bonney
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
When was the last time you danced in the discomfort zone? Believe it or not, that’s where growth happens. When we’re uncomfortable, yes - there’s a risk we’ll likely screw up. Yet, we’ll figure it out and get back on the right road in pursuit of our dreams. Hear from motivational speaker Anne Bonney … she’ll share with you the Three P’s of personal change.
Episode 56
Finding Joy in Whatever Stage of Life You’re In
Guest Jeannette Cajide
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Stop looking outward to make yourself happy. Tune inward and discover the secrets to joy, fulfillment, and your purpose. Jeannette Cajide reminds us that whatever we enjoyed doing as kids would probably bring us similar satisfaction today. Hear these bits of wisdom (among many) and be inspired by a real-world leader’s practical wisdom and guidance designed to help us reach our potential.
Get More from Jeanette Cajide
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanettecajide/
- Website: https://whoisjc.com/
