Learning to Fall Down (wsg Bob McClure)
You, Me, and Your Top Three
Host speaks with , a founder and leader at , about bravery, learning from failure, and Bob’s own non-traditional path to leadership. Bob shares his “Top 3”: , his business partner and brother, who helps him diversify his thoughts and actions; his parents, whose entrepreneurial spirits encouraged him to take risks and adventure; his wife, Natalie, who reminds him that the most precious resource is time; and his informal CEO group, who act as an advisory board. And you have to hear what Bob says about listening more than you talk. . SHOW HIGHLIGHTS During this episode: (0:00) Introduction...
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The AI Consumer Is Coming (WSG Jeff Greenfield)
You, Me, and Your Top Three
Host speaks with guest , an expert in Full Funnel Marketing Analytics and Founder/CEO of , about the consumerization of AI and how to ensure your marketing dollars drive ROI. Jeff shares his “Top 3”: his wife, Cheryl, who has taught him that the hardest part is showing up; , who is driving more and more value, almost seeing around corners with his career-long perspective; and Houdini, who taught him that 90% of success is in managing the setup, not the trick itself. And you have to hear what Jeff says about analyzing your dreams. . SHOW HIGHLIGHTS During this episode: (0:00) Introduction...
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Finding Opportunities in the Problems (WSG Jordi Lombarte)
You, Me, and Your Top Three
Host and guest , EVP & Senior Technical Advisor at , together discuss how leaders must envision disruptive potential. Jordi shares his “Top 3”: Jose, who took a chance on Jordi and taught him how to remove emotion from big decisions; , his first hire and an expert in stakeholder management; and , who is able to share brutal facts and face things head-on. And you have to hear what Jordi says about adding value reflection. . SHOW HIGHLIGHTS During this episode: (0:00) Introduction (1:13) The First Mile of Transformation (5:34) Meet Jordi Lombarte The “Top Three”: (11:05) Jose...
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Building & Blurring the Bridge (WSG Todd Loiselle)
You, Me, and Your Top Three
Host and guest , CIO of , sit down to discuss blurring the bridge between technology and market value. Todd shares his “Top 3”: Mary McLive, his first grade teacher who taught him to be empathetic and how to activate his super power; , his former colleague at PwC, who taught him how to be a man with a life and career; former CIO of Mastronardi and Colony Hardware, , who taught him that fear mongering was not necessary to be a CIO and that he needed to network; and Executive Strategic Coach , who taught him to shift his perspective. And you have to hear what Todd says about vision...
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Leading Through Reflection (WSG Gina Thorsen)
You, Me, and Your Top Three
Host and guest , CEO of and the brand, sit down to discuss the power of reflection. Gina shares her “Top 3”: her father and former Stormy Kromer CEO, , who taught her how to be plucky; , who helped her learn to asynchronously reflect; and , a fellow small business owner and peer with whom she can reflect and mutually relate. And you have to hear what she says about closing the book on your week. . SHOW HIGHLIGHTS During this episode: (0:00) Introduction (1:01) Seeing the forest through the trees (4:28) Meet Gina Thorsen The “Top Three”: (7:25) Gina’s father and former Stormy...
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Proving Them Right (WSG Jared Rosenthal)
You, Me, and Your Top Three
Host is joined by , an entrepreneurial leader who has journeyed through both the not-for-profit and for-profit worlds. Together, they discuss a formula for driving team performance and how the rise of AI might change this strategy. Jared also shares his “Top 3”: MT, who taught him to give people a chance; Anthony Petecca, who helps him skip-level and “talk to the people”; and his family, who taught him to own his business to own his life. And you have to hear what he says about being yourself to drive authentic leadership. . SHOW HIGHLIGHTS During this episode: (0:00) Introduction...
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Bending the Rules (WSG Judy Asher)
You, Me, and Your Top Three
Host speaks with , President of the (MCWT) and Corporate “Rule Bender”, about the relationship between disruption and innovation, and the common thread of shifting rules. Judy also shares her “Top 3”: and , who embody authenticity; and , who demonstrate resilience; and , who inspire her. And you have to hear her suggestion about centering yourself. . SHOW HIGHLIGHTS During this episode: (0:00) Introduction (1:03) Disruption and the shifting gameboard (3:35) Aggressive transformation (4:47) Meet Judy Asher The “Top Three”: (11:36) Alan Mulally and Lesley Ma: Embody authenticity...
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Act Like a Child (A Solocast with Gregg Garrett)
You, Me, and Your Top Three
Want to unlock innovation? Start by rediscovering your inner child! In this solocast, host and CGS Advisors CEO, , urges you to embrace curiosity, imagination, and experimentation in the workplace. He explores the power of asking "why," the magic of hands-on creation, and the freedom found in breaking the routine. . SHOW HIGHLIGHTS During this episode: (0:00) Introduction (1:55) Acting like a child (3:26) Child-like wonder in the workplace (7:30) Practical application (10:35) Inner child challenge . LINKS AND RESOURCES Gregg Garrett: | | CGS Advisors: | Competing in the Connecting World: ...
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Amplifying the Voice of the Silent (WSG Jacob Zuppke)
You, Me, and Your Top Three
Host speaks to , President and CEO of , about how product-in-use data can become a meaningful voice for a product’s user – human or non-human – as well as Jacob’s career ascent as a Specialist Generalist. Jacob also shares his “Top 3”: Whisker founder , who has bravely allowed him to lead; , who problem-solves with him while burning the midnight oil; and his entire Whisker leadership team, who leads with humility and leans on one another. And you have to hear what he says about “going deep”. . SHOW HIGHLIGHTS During this episode: (0:00) Introduction (1:11) Product-in-use data...
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Working Without Jobs (A Solocast with Gregg Garrett)
You, Me, and Your Top Three
Join , host and CEO, for a solocast where he explores the topic of working without jobs. Gregg discusses managing AI agents, motivating a team to rely on AI-enabled tools, and contemplating the possibility of being led by an “AI Overlord”. Tune in to discover how organizations can adapt and thrive in this new world of work. . SHOW HIGHLIGHTS During this episode: (0:00) Introduction (0:50) Work metamorphosis and leadership adaptation (2:43) Managing an AI workforce (7:12) Leading AI-reliant humans (9:44) AI leadership (12:46) Shaping the future of work . LINKS AND RESOURCES Gregg Garrett: ...
info_outlinePaul Arnegard, VP of Creative Services at Tweddle, joins host Gregg Garrett to discuss how his firm has transformed as the mobility industry continues to be disrupted. Of course, Paul speaks about his Top 3, including Dan Owens who helped him pivot to the creative side of the firm, his father who helped him get Earthy Wisdom, and Grandmaster Kim who helped him bring discipline and calmness to his hectic life, and current and former colleagues like Brian Suszek (former podcast guest, episode 113), Alex Awn (former podcast guest, episode 139), and Amy Simonelli who influenced him to build trust, see the good, slow down, and ask diverse questions. And you have to hear what he has to say about taking the time to meditate every day.
About Paul Arnegard
Paul is the Vice President of Creative Services at Tweddle Group, a pillar company of the CJK Group portfolio. CJK is a global information provider for multiple industries, and Tweddle’s role is to supply one-stop support for OEMs through content development & management, creative services, digital print & distribution, and diagnostic tools. Paul manages several shared services within the organization, including video production, graphic design, UX/UI, CGI, project management, quality, and marketing.
Prior to arriving at Tweddle twenty-two years ago, this University of Michigan alum spent time in several disparate fields, each of which contributed to his business perspective and leadership style. From spraying orange groves to working as a martial arts instructor. From repairing billboards high above the ground to sitting behind a desk to write. From engaging students as an English teacher to engaging opponents as a kickboxer. Each step along the way provided experience and insight that he continues to apply for growth and problem solving in the workplace, though punching and kicking are no longer a part of his solution toolbox.
During this episode:
Introduction [0:00]
Industry Lines are Blurring/Experience Design [1:10]
Introduction to Paul [3:23]
The “Top Three”
Dan Owens, former boss who helped him pivot to the creative side of the firm [6:15]
His father who had no formal education but earthly wisdom [9:45]
Grandmaster Kim who helped him bring discipline and calmness to his hectic life [15:40]
Brian Suszek, former boss who played the biggest role in Paul rising through the ranks [24:55]
Alex Awn, creative support and helps make Paul a better leader [29:40]
Amy Simenelli, creative video director who tells Paul to slow down [32:17]
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Tweddle Background [41:03]
Blurred Industries [46:55]
Additional Information
Contact Paul Arnegard:
- Paul’s LinkedIn
- Tweddle Group Website
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