Monday Morning Radio
A weekly audio featuring men and women who are putting into practice the profitable lessons that can be gleaned by reading the Monday Morning Memo. Monday Morning Radio is produced and hosted by Dean Rotbart, an award-winning business journalist
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Eveline Shen’s “Operating System” is For Leaders Who Want to Be Changemakers
11/23/2025
Eveline Shen’s “Operating System” is For Leaders Who Want to Be Changemakers
Eveline Shen, an award-winning leadership and social change strategist, is the principal at , a for-profit company where she teaches her “Courageous Operating System” to help leaders of color face their challenges with courage, confidence, and strength. Previously, she spent 22 years as the executive director of , building it into one of the country’s largest multi-issue organizations led by women of color. Eveline, who goes by “Ev,” helps leaders rewire the limiting patterns that hold them back — including perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and people-pleasing — and replace them with what she calls “courageous” actions. She is the author of . Her target audience — both at Leading Courageously and for her book — is primarily mission-driven individuals and groups advocating for social change, many of whom instinctively view business leaders and entrepreneurs not as partners, but as adversaries. Yet, many of the core elements of Ev’s “courageous operating system” apply universally, whether you’re in the nonprofit or the for-profit world. Moreover, listeners to this episode will likely discover they have more in common with Ev and her followers than they imagined. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Eveline Shen, Posted: November 24, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 39:50 Episode: 14.25 RELATED EPISODES:
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Top Global Financial Manager Rates This Approach to Management a ‘Strong Buy’
11/17/2025
Top Global Financial Manager Rates This Approach to Management a ‘Strong Buy’
Sébastien Page is the Chief Investment Officer of T. Rowe Price, overseeing an astounding $500 billion of the firm’s $1.79 trillion in assets — a sum on par with the market caps of Exxon Mobil, Mastercard, or Netflix. Widely acknowledged as a global investment expert, Sébastien is also a deeply informed thinker on leadership. Managing a “portfolio” of high-performing analysts, investment managers, and support staff has taught him that the traits behind exceptional investors closely mirror those behind exceptional people managers. Drawing on research across positive psychology, sports psychology, and personality science, Sébastien has written a groundbreaking book, The Psychology of Leadership, that details 18 core principles that consistently produce high-performance leaders. This week, Sébastien shares the practical behaviors, frameworks, and insights that can transform how leaders think, act, and inspire. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Sébastien Page, Posted: November 17, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 54:28 Episode: 14.24 The Sébastien Page Library
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The Keys to Digital Marketing Supremacy: Authenticity and Alignment
11/09/2025
The Keys to Digital Marketing Supremacy: Authenticity and Alignment
Visitors to a Vi Wickam-crafted website may not immediately see what sets it apart from an ordinary e-commerce or informational site. But they feel it. They stay longer, engage more deeply, and are far more likely to become — and remain — loyal customers. A master of the digital domain, Vi is among the elite global , celebrated for more than two decades of helping business owners achieve remarkable revenue growth. Whether optimizing keywords, managing pay-per-click campaigns, or reimagining a company’s web presence, Vi takes a holistic approach that goes far beyond surface-level functionality. His designs and strategies are built on two essential pillars: authenticity and alignment. Authenticity, Vi says, is today’s most powerful digital differentiator. Alignment ensures that wherever customers encounter your brand — in-store, through advertising, or online — they instantly recognize its voice and spirit. Every touchpoint reflects the same DNA. Vi’s strategic playbook can be distilled into these central priorities: Build trust through authenticity. Infuse all of your digital marketing — and especially your website — with your unique culture and values. Be real. Be kind. And overdeliver. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Vi Wickam, Posted: November 10, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 57:10 Episode: 14.23 RELATED EPISODES:
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Sweet Success: How Two First-Timers Revitalized a 110-Year-Old Chocolate Brand
11/02/2025
Sweet Success: How Two First-Timers Revitalized a 110-Year-Old Chocolate Brand
When Brian and Sally Krichbaum bought in 2012, they had zero experience making or selling candy. Brian was a seasoned automotive engineer and consultant, while Sally was a freelance writer and stay-at-home mom. What they shared was a taste for challenge — and for good chocolate. Founded in 1893 and beloved by generations of Jackson, Michigan, residents, Gilbert Chocolates was a hometown treasure in need of fresh energy. The Krichbaums took on the task of modernizing operations and expanding distribution while preserving the small-batch, Belgian-style quality that defined the brand. Their journey wasn’t easy. “I thought retail would be simple,” Brian admits. “It’s not — selling is hard.” Sally adds that learning the rhythms of retail, hiring and training staff, and mastering the art of tempering chocolate all came with a steep learning curve. Today, Gilbert Chocolates is thriving, with multiple locations, a booming e-commerce business, and budding national partnerships. For the Krichbaums, success tastes sweet — not just because of the chocolate, but because they’ve proven that passion, persistence, and purpose can turn even the most unlikely entrepreneurs into hometown heroes. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Brian and Sally Krichbaum, Posted: November 3, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 57 minutes Episode: 14.22 Related Episodes:
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Respect — Practiced Daily, Person by Person — Can Heal Fractured Workplaces, Communities, and Nations
10/26/2025
Respect — Practiced Daily, Person by Person — Can Heal Fractured Workplaces, Communities, and Nations
Aretha Franklin sang about it. Rodney Dangerfield joked about it. And Jackie Robinson famously said, like him or not, he’d earned it. R.E.S.P.E.C.T. We are living in a period where respect is a neglected virtue — too often sacrificed in public discourse, online exchanges, and everyday interactions. aims to change that, even if only one interaction at a time. Bob is the founder of , which, since October 1991, has provided strategic advice and counsel to Fortune 500 companies, professional organizations, trade associations, educational institutions, and leading families and individuals around the world. Bob’s newest book, his 20th, is . The book is a timely reflection on the urgent need for civility in an era of deep division. Drawing on both his life and professional experience and the wisdom of 13 admired leaders, Respect outlines five practical strategies for restoring civility and rebuilding mutual understanding. “It can feel like the world is broken,” Bob acknowledges in his book. The solution, he believes, does not rest with political leaders or other highly influential individuals but with individuals, regular citizens, who can take steps to restore a culture of respectfulness. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Robert L. “Bob” Dilenschneider, Posted: October 27, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 39:28 Episode: 14.21 Popular Books By Robert L. Dilenschneider: Prior Monday Morning Radio Episodes Featuring Robert L. Dilenschneider: March 2025: September 2023: December 2021: January 2020:
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The Ken Blanchard Most People Have Never Seen
10/19/2025
The Ken Blanchard Most People Have Never Seen
* trains more than 150,000 people annually in 30 countries. The firm’s founder, Ken Blanchard, is one of the all-time outstanding leadership and management experts. His books, including most notably The One Minute Manager, have sold more than 28 million copies. That’s what pretty much everyone knows. However, in her new biography, , veteran book editor and author Martha C. Lawrence reveals a side of Blanchard that few people outside of his immediate circle know — an exceptionally kind and generous man of deep conviction who had to overcome numerous hardships and setbacks to achieve his global stature. Martha has worked closely with Blanchard for more than two decades, following stints at Simon & Schuster and Harcourt Publishers, where she edited hundreds of books. Catch People Doing Things Right delivers an inspiring roadmap for anyone seeking to lead with both results and relationships in mind. Blanchard, who is now 86 years old, has been a guest on Monday Morning Radio twice, in and . *Formerly The Ken Blanchard Companies Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Martha C. Lawrence, Posted: October 20, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 48:23 Episode: 14.20 Popular Books By Ken Blanchard: Martha Lawrence’s Mystery Novels Include:
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Unlocking Wisdom: How the Right Books Can Transform Your Work and Life
10/12/2025
Unlocking Wisdom: How the Right Books Can Transform Your Work and Life
In his new book, , author and publisher Todd Sattersten distills decades of reading, publishing, and advising authors into a carefully curated list of self-improvement titles. Unlike typical summaries or “listicles,” 100 Best Books for Work and Life dives deeper, offering practical guidance on why each selection matters and how readers can apply its lessons today. Todd’s recommendations include well-known volumes and far less-well-known titles. And you might be surprised at which books he decided to leave out. Divided into 25 chapters, each featuring three to five books, Todd covers topics such as Purpose, Relationships, Teams, Mindfulness, and Influence. One of the most striking aspects of Todd’s approach is his belief that professional development cannot be separated from personal growth. A book on building better relationships, for instance, is just as valuable at home as it is in the office. Todd is the publisher of , the boutique publishing house — founded by the incomparable Ray Bard — best known for business classics such as by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan and Jeffrey Gitomer’s . Since taking the reins in 2021, Todd has continued Bard’s tradition of releasing one (sometimes two) carefully chosen books each year. His expertise bridges both the editorial and business sides of publishing, giving him a unique vantage point on what makes a book impactful. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Todd Sattersten, Posted: October 13, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 42:20 Episode: 14.19 RECOMMENDED BARD PRESS BOOKS:
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Veteran Journalist Thomas E. Weber on Weather Literacy as a Form of Strategic Business Intelligence
10/05/2025
Veteran Journalist Thomas E. Weber on Weather Literacy as a Form of Strategic Business Intelligence
It’s raining, it’s pouring, what vital business intelligence are you ignoring? The next explosive area of business opportunity and risk may well be weather forecasting. The opportunity will accrue to those owners and entrepreneurs who understand that a new era of meteorology has dawned and view weather forecasting as an inextricable form of business intelligence. The risk is that myopic executives may cling to the mistaken notion that weather forecasts — “notoriously inaccurate” — are only about what to wear, how the morning commute might be impacted, and if they should bring along an umbrella when the go outside. In his new book, , veteran journalist Thomas E. “Tom” Weber debunks two prevalent myths: 1.) That weather forecasts are frequently way off, and 2.) That the weather doesn’t have an impact on almost every company, directly or indirectly. Tom is the former executive editor at TIME who oversaw the magazine’s cover stories and feature journalism. Earlier in his career, he served as a technology reporter, columnist, and bureau chief at The Wall Street Journal. Powered by artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the internet of things, weather forecasting — even micro forecasts confined to small geographic areas — has become vastly more accurate. Importantly, better forecasting saves lives by correctly predicting threatening hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and floods well in advance and preventing catastrophic damage to vital infrastructure. Savvy companies — big and small — are already investing in weather intelligence, and the imperative for those who have yet to get on board will only grow in the years ahead. [Be sure to visit Tom Weber’s website .] Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Thomas E. Weber, Posted: October 6,, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 1 hour and 3 minutes Episode: 14.18 POPULAR EPISODES:
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The Smarter Way to Grow Online Revenue — Turning More Visitors into Customers
09/28/2025
The Smarter Way to Grow Online Revenue — Turning More Visitors into Customers
Most business owners obsess over driving more traffic to their websites. But as Brian Schmitt, CEO of and , explains, the fastest and most efficient way to grow profits is by converting more of the website visitors that companies already attract into paying customers. Surefoot is a data-driven conversion rate optimization agency for e-commerce brands and a leading authority on controlled consumer experiments — also known as A/B testing. By testing version ‘A’ of a webpage against version ‘B,’ Surefoot pinpoints which design, headline, graphic, or call-to-action wins more customers. Surefoot’s signature methodology is what it calls the “Revenue Friction Roadmap,” a structured way to uncover what potential customers are thinking but not saying out loud. While most optimization experts aim for a 20–25% bump, Brian’s clients often see nearly double that impact: a 40–44% increase in sales from existing site visitors. Even minor tweaks, Brian explained — backed by hard data — can deliver game-changing results. On this week’s episode, Brian shares actionable steps that any business owner can implement to turn more of their website visitors into loyal customers. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Brian Schmitt, Surefoot Posted: September 29, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 52:45 Episode: 14.17 RELATED EPISODES:
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Why Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Matters to Your Business
09/20/2025
Why Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Matters to Your Business
Karen Elliott House was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for international reporting for her coverage of the Middle East. Arguably, she knows more about the region, and Saudi Arabia in particular, than any other active journalist or author. For her latest book, , Karen conducted more than half a dozen in-depth interviews with the 40-year-old Saudi Crown Prince, known universally as “MBS.” For global business owners and executives, the dramatic Saudi transformation over the past decade, spearheaded by MBS, presents both promise and peril: vast opportunities for investment and growth but also political and legal risks that demand careful navigation. The pace of change under MBS has astonished even veteran observers like Karen, who has traveled to the kingdom more than 45 times since the late 1970s. Today, Saudi women can drive, hold jobs across industries, and participate openly in public life. Entertainment venues — from concerts to theme parks — are thriving. Restaurants that once erected wooden partitions to shield women from the public now bustle with mixed crowds. Karen compares his confidence and determination to that of Jack Welch at General Electric or Lee Kuan Yew, a founding father of modern Singapore. Like them, MBS is willing to make unpopular decisions in pursuit of national transformation. Whether his reforms endure, she cautions, depends on two factors: keeping the economy growing and avoiding foreign policy missteps that could unite his enemies. With a half-century potentially ahead of him as the next Saudi King, Mohammed bin Salman will be an unavoidable force in global politics and business. As Karen puts it, Americans must move beyond old stereotypes and reckon with the kingdom as it is — complex, evolving, and essential. Purchase Your Copies of Karen’s Insightful Books on Saudi Arabia: Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Karen Elliott House Posted: September 22, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 57:20 Episode: 14.16
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The Most Effective Leaders Look Inward First to Become An Individual Others Want to Follow
09/14/2025
The Most Effective Leaders Look Inward First to Become An Individual Others Want to Follow
Mike Kelly, a veteran of senior leadership roles at Michelin and Macy’s, now coaches business owners and managers through his advisory, . His mission: to help leaders guide their organizations more effectively by first learning to lead themselves. Unlike many experts, Mike believes that genuine influence begins with leading yourself. Investing in personal growth pays dividends at work, at home, and in the community, he says. Mike is the author of . Among the topics Mike discusses on this week’s episode are when to trust the data over your own instinct, how to keep top talent without paying more than you can afford, and why you should encourage your employees to take risks at work. Mike also outlines seven priorities that will enable leaders to look back with confidence, knowing they stayed aligned with what matters most to them. His approach delivers a double benefit: leaders grow as individuals while becoming more effective and inspiring managers. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Mike Kelly, Posted: September 15, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 48:378 Episode: 14.15 POPULAR EPISODES:
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Mick Torbay Will Change the Way You Think About Marketing Forever
09/06/2025
Mick Torbay Will Change the Way You Think About Marketing Forever
Mick Torbay has a simple verdict on most advertising campaigns: they don’t work. “Most ads are rubbish,” he declares. “They accomplish nothing, they waste people’s time, and they waste peoples’ money. When the commercial break comes on, people stand up and go to the bathroom or turn the volume down.” It’s harsh, but accurate nonetheless. Ads created by , on the other hand, are the kind that inspire listeners and viewers to turn up the volume, talk about the spots with family and friends, and remain lodged in their brains until they morph into paying customers. Mick, a wildly successful maverick marketer and one of the elite partners, is the rare expert who knows — and can explain — why some ads succeed spectacularly while most crash and burn. And he knows who most often is to blame. Brace yourself, as Mick shares his bold ideas and imaginative strategies that lead to long-lasting customer loyalty. If you’re tired of throwing away money on ads that don’t work, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Mick Torbay, Posted: September 8, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 52:50 Episode: 14.14 RELATED EPISODES:
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Bulk Up Your Business Muscles with These Proven Retail Strategies
08/31/2025
Bulk Up Your Business Muscles with These Proven Retail Strategies
More than 80% of Trevor Bower’s customers reorder from him within 30 days. That’s an enviable benchmark in any industry. Trevor owns , a single brick-and-mortar health supplements store in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, with a robust online presence. In his ten years in business, he’s earned an international reputation for formulating unique, high-value supplements and providing unmatched customer education and service. In a brutally competitive retail environment, Trevor has overcome the odds — not with gimmicks or giveaways, but with a strategy that any entrepreneur — in any industry — can replicate. Among the recommendations he makes: Clarify who benefits most from your products or services, and build around them. Educate your customers and prospects. Markets shift, but your values shouldn’t. Stay grounded in what works for you. Know that “trust” is your real product. Think of Trevor’s insights as the ultimate business supplement: all natural, fast-acting, and formulated to strengthen your bottom line. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Trevor Bower, Posted: September 1, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 55:24 Episode: 14.13
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Step Inside a Business ‘Open House’ with Bianca D’Alessio: From Impostor Syndrome to Industry Titan
08/25/2025
Step Inside a Business ‘Open House’ with Bianca D’Alessio: From Impostor Syndrome to Industry Titan
Overseeing a $10 billion residential and commercial portfolio, reigns as the #1 real estate agent in both New York City and New York State. She also stars in HBO Max’s . But Bianca’s rise wasn’t smooth. Early setbacks and bouts of impostor syndrome nearly sidelined her career. Instead, she built a foundation using vulnerability, intentional self-talk, and gratitude to transform herself into one of the most dynamic leaders in real estate. In her new book, , Bianca blends candid personal stories with actionable strategies that any business owner or entrepreneur can apply. Visit this special Monday Morning Radio “Open House” to discover the same practices Bianca uses to master her goals — and how you can apply them to achieve your own business and personal success. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Bianca D’Alessio, Posted: August 25, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 44:04 Episode: 14.12
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You Can Earn Your ‘Black Belt’ in Business By Following These Proven ‘Katas’
08/17/2025
You Can Earn Your ‘Black Belt’ in Business By Following These Proven ‘Katas’
teaches business owners and entrepreneurs the disciplined sequence of steps that lead to lasting success. His wisdom isn’t drawn from an MBA program or corporate leadership seminars — it’s forged from decades on the mats. “Sensei Gary” is a serial entrepreneur, app creator, and a 4th-degree black belt in Taekwondo. Gary’s list of ventures and partnerships is long. Among them, he is the founder of , a martial arts school dedicated to developing leadership skills in students of all ages, and the creator of the app, which helps users build positive daily habits. He also serves as CEO of , which connects businesses with essential services in accounting, marketing, HR, IT, and financial optimization. Unlike many entrepreneurs who obsess over selling, Gary has built his career on service. His approach begins with a simple question: “How can I help?” Service builds trust, trust builds relationships, and relationships drive revenue. It’s a principle that has kept his martial arts school thriving for 20 years — a milestone that very few such schools attain. So, join us this week in the “Monday Morning Radio Dojo.” Remove your shoes, step onto the mat, and begin mastering the “business katas” that will make you a fierce marketplace competitor. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Posted: August 18, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 50:12 Episode: 14.11 POPULAR EPISODES:
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It Was True in 1959, It’s Still True Today: An Educated Consumer Is the Best Customer
08/10/2025
It Was True in 1959, It’s Still True Today: An Educated Consumer Is the Best Customer
Marcy Syms became the youngest female president of a publicly traded New York Stock Exchange company when she was named to the position with her family’s business in 1983. At its peak, the Syms chain of off-price, brand-name fashion stores operated 46 outlets across 16 states, generating annual sales approaching $350 million. The chain’s slogan — coined by founder Sy Syms, Marcy’s father — was iconic: “An educated consumer is our best customer.” While Syms was not the very first off-price fashion retailer when it opened its original store in 1959, Sy and Marcy Syms went on to define the sector and dominate it until — faced with increased competition and a soft economy — Syms filed for bankruptcy and closed its doors in 2011 after more than 50 years. Marcy shares her compelling story and the story of Syms Corporation in a new book, set for release on August 26th. The book is titled . “Respect,” as she explains on this week’s podcast, is the key trait — often misunderstood — of effective leadership. Marcy is a former member of the board at Midlantic Bank and Rite Aid. She is president of the , which continues her family’s philanthropic legacy supporting charitable, educational, and cultural organizations, including the at Yeshiva University. The foundation has awarded over $60 million to worthy organizations. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Marcy Syms, Posted: August 11, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 49:00 Episode: 14.10 RELATED EPISODES:
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The Keys to Competing with Corporate Giants: Scalable Training and Empathetic Leadership
08/03/2025
The Keys to Competing with Corporate Giants: Scalable Training and Empathetic Leadership
In a world awash with free educational videos and paid programs from platforms such as Udemy and Teachable, Damon Lembi and his team at are thriving by delivering impressive results. Their secret? Equipping small and mid-sized businesses with the tools to outmaneuver corporate giants, while helping employees build confidence, sharpen skills, and boost job satisfaction. To date, Learnit has served over 14,000 organizations and helped more than 1.8 million professionals master new skills or improve on existing capabilities. This week, Damon delivers a masterclass on the mindset business leaders must embrace to thrive in today’s hyper-competitive landscape. It’s one of many valuable and actionable business insights we’ll hear from Damon. Please take your seats. Class is in session. [Be sure to pick up a copy of Damon’s book, ] Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Damon Lembi, Posted: August 4, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 48:25 Episode: 14.9 RELATED EPISODES:
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This Is Your ‘Get Out of Jail’ Card for Executives in a Strategic Planning Prison
07/27/2025
This Is Your ‘Get Out of Jail’ Card for Executives in a Strategic Planning Prison
Ken Banta is the founder and CEO of , a by-invitation-only community for top-level executives. He and his firm help C-Suite executives and business owners fine-tune their management skills, build valuable new relationships, and elevate the performance of their organizations. One of Ken’s surprising recommendations is that companies do away with long-term strategic plans and instead focus primarily on the immediate horizon. “The way things move today is so quick and so unpredictable that having detailed strategies …seems to me to be really antiquated,” he says, akin to trying to predict the location of the next lightning strike. Ken is the author of , a powerful collection of leadership insights from dozens of wise CEOs, general counsels, and boardroom veterans. But Ken’s insights aren’t only applicable to large companies and for-profit organizations. Any effective leader can take away a great deal of actionable advice from Ken’s book and this week’s conversation. Wouldn’t it be nice to see around the next corner? Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Ken Banta, Posted: July 28, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 43:54 Episode: 14.8 POPULAR EPISODES:
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Using Lego Bricks and ‘Crappy Doodles,’ Melissa Dinwiddie Unleashes Business Innovation Through Play
07/20/2025
Using Lego Bricks and ‘Crappy Doodles,’ Melissa Dinwiddie Unleashes Business Innovation Through Play
Melissa Dinwiddie doesn’t have an MBA. She’s never worked for a consulting giant, such as McKinsey, Boston Consulting, or Bain. She is a ukulele-playing, jazz-singing, Julliard-trained dancer and improv entertainer. Yet when companies, including Meta, Google, Uber, Intuit, and Salesforce, seek fresh thinking on innovation and team creativity, they turn to Melissa for results. Melissa draws parallels between performance troupes, such as her All That Jazz improv jazz group, and business teams. To be successful, she notes, all members must listen closely, support one another, adapt on the fly, and create something from nothing. Melissa is the founder and CEO of , communication, connection, and creativity experts. Her firm’s specialty is helping teams blast through creative roadblocks. She is the author of , which she wrote to help readers be comfortable with and embrace their own, authentic creativity. As Melissa explains this week, her unconventional background and unorthodox methods — including having six- and seven-figure salaried executives build with Lego bricks — consistently unlock breakthrough ideas and enhance team performance. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Melissa Dinwiddie, Posted: July 21, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 49:42 Episode: 14.7
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Stop Your Brain from Sabotaging Your Success and Happiness
07/13/2025
Stop Your Brain from Sabotaging Your Success and Happiness
Mitch Weisburgh is on a crusade to get five million people to change their minds. Literally. A lifelong educator and entrepreneur, he helps teachers and students to mindshift away from reflexive reactions to setbacks, obstacles, and low moods. Rather than give in to them, he shows members of school communities how they can adopt a reasoned mentality that seeks solutions and opportunities, and restores optimism. Mitch’s classroom approach works as well, if not better, for business owners, executives, and entrepreneurs facing professional or personal challenges. The next time your computer system goes down, or your shipment is lost in transit, or your flight is canceled, or a competitor poaches your best employee, you can react or you can mindshift and respond productively. Mitch is the author of . It is the first in a planned trilogy of helpful guides focused respectively on resourcefulness, resilience, and collaboration. As Napoleon Hill observed, “Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Mitch Weisburgh, Posted: July 14, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 48:23 Episode: 14.6
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Want Greater Business Success? Start with This Unlikely Leadership Trait: Happiness
07/06/2025
Want Greater Business Success? Start with This Unlikely Leadership Trait: Happiness
“Do it before you die.” Those five words sum up Carl Barney’s advice to business leaders and other wealthy individuals to find a deeper level of success and satisfaction by “pre-questing” meaningful gifts to individuals and institutions — not in their wills — but while they can still witness the impact of their generosity. Carl, author of the new book , is a philanthropist who grew wealthy as an educational entrepreneur. He is the founder of the , which identifies and supports independent thinkers who have innovative ideas, work smart, follow through, and achieve results. The Foundation is guided by the philosophy of Ayn Rand, with a healthy portion of Aristotle mixed in. In his book, Carl makes a key distinction between philanthropy and pre-questing. While both are praiseworthy, pre-questing is a more personal way to express gratitude to those who’ve enriched your life, such as teachers, mentors, colleagues, and friends. Carl has found that making others happy will also make the giver happier. That translates to becoming a better leader, businessperson, family member, and friend. “It’s not enough to feel grateful,” Carl says. “You have to express it — in ways that matter to the people who made a difference in your life.” Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Carl Barney Posted: July 7, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 42:31 Episode: 14.5 RELATED EPISODES:
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What You Say Matters, But How You Say It is Often More Decisive in Becoming an Influential Communicator
06/29/2025
What You Say Matters, But How You Say It is Often More Decisive in Becoming an Influential Communicator
Do you suffer from glossophobia? No pill or injection will cure it. But this week’s guest, Ruth Milligan, has a proven antidote for the nearly eight out of ten people who experience anxiety or fear of public speaking — also known as glossophobia. Ruth is the founder and managing director of , a 15-year-old executive communication coaching consultancy. She is also the co-author of the new book “.” Ruth was the force behind one of the earliest TEDx events in the country, TEDxColumbus, where she spent a decade observing both masterful and woeful presenters. That experience laid the foundation for her consultancy, which aims to help anyone who needs to improve their message delivery, whether before a large audience in an auditorium or an intimate group of employees and customers. In Ruth’s experience, what you say matters—but how you say it often matters more. Ruth and her colleagues at Articulation leave it to others to coach clients on content. Her firm’s expertise lies in knowing how to deliver any message in a way that produces the desired results. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Ruth Milligan, Articulation Posted: June 30, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 49:50 Episode: 14.4 RELATED EPISODES:
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How to Turn Passion into Profit: Lessons from Jackie Lapin’s Entrepreneurial Journey
06/22/2025
How to Turn Passion into Profit: Lessons from Jackie Lapin’s Entrepreneurial Journey
What began as a labor of love for Jackie Lapin — traveling the world and taking captivating photos — has blossomed into a thriving business and membership community. Today, Jackie’s offers frequent blog posts, a vast library of images, curated reading lists, historical insights, and exclusive travel resources, all designed for those who share her wanderlust. Jackie is a veteran of multiple fields — including working as a pioneering female sportswriter, accomplished PR executive, and marketing strategist. She champions the idea that turning your avocation into a vocation isn’t just possible; it may be the most direct and rewarding path to success. This week, Jackie reveals her blueprint for transforming personal passion into a robust income stream. She also shares insights on how to build a successful business from the ground up. Join Jackie as she travels the world of historic sites and entrepreneurial insights. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Jackie Lapin, Posted: June 23, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 48:38 Episode: 14.3 POPULAR EPISODES
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Steven Gaffney Specializes in Building Consistently High Achieving Teams and Organizations
06/14/2025
Steven Gaffney Specializes in Building Consistently High Achieving Teams and Organizations
The client list of corporations that Steven Gaffney and his colleagues at the have consulted reads like a Who’s Who of America’s best corporations, including Allstate, Amazon, American Express, Best Buy, Booz Allen, and BP. And those are just some of the “A”s and “B”s on the roster. Steven’s expertise lies in building consistently high-achieving teams and organizations that set goals, overcome obstacles, and achieve their desired results. The founder and CEO of the eponymous consultancy, he asserts that honest communication and the right mindset will overcome most business maladies. His latest book, , offers actionable methods to empower executives and entrepreneurs to maintain a resilient state even in the face of adversity. It is achievement, not performance, that counts in the long term, Steven counsels. While performance covers behavior and effort, achievement is about outcomes. There’s much to learn in this week’s not-to-miss conversation with Steven, including what any business can do over the next 30 days to progress on the path to greater achievement. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Steven Gaffney, Posted: June 16, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 41:40 Episode: 14.2 RELATED EPISODES:
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Johnny Molson, a Marketing Maestro, on the Two Words That Transform Branding
06/08/2025
Johnny Molson, a Marketing Maestro, on the Two Words That Transform Branding
[With this episode, we launch our 14th year delivering weekly . That’s more than 650 episodes — and we’re on the verge of celebrating our one-millionth download.] In two words, distills what it takes for a business to soar above the ordinary in its advertising and marketing campaigns to attract and keep lifelong customers. Johnny is one of the elite global partners. Building on the groundbreaking strategies developed by the legendary , he and his fellow Wizards work individually and collectively to help businesses craft powerful brand identities and turbocharge their results. At the heart of Johnny’s method, he explains, is a sharp distinction: the difference between messaging that drives immediate sales and short-term gain — and marketing that builds and sustains long-term customer loyalty and cascading profitability. He also unpacks the proven “60/40 Rule” for marketing budgets and shares why repetition — not reach — is the real key to being remembered. So, what’s Johnny’s two-word magic formula for a steller campaign? Discover the answer as this week’s episode of Monday Morning Radio takes a deep dive into his proven approach. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Johnny Molson, Posted: June 9, 2025Monday Morning Run Time: 53:20 Episode: 14.1 RELATED EPISODES:
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Butch Meily on Life with Billionaire Reginald Lewis — and the Personal Price of Ambition
06/01/2025
Butch Meily on Life with Billionaire Reginald Lewis — and the Personal Price of Ambition
Are the tradeoffs that highly successful executives make — prioritizing wealth and recognition over family and a more grounded life — truly worth it? That’s the central question that prompted Butch Meily to write a memoir reflecting on his time nearly 40 years ago as a close aide to the brilliant but often brash Reginald F. Lewis, the first African-American to build a billion-dollar company. Lewis was a trailblazing businessman and investor who, in the 1980s, bulldozed through racial barriers. Financier and philanthropist Michael Milken described him as “the Jackie Robinson of American business.” Although Lewis died of a brain tumor at age 50 in 1993, the actionable insights gleaned from Lewis’s business life remain relevant to this day, chief among them his motto: “Keep going no matter what.” Lewis reached extraordinary heights, bringing Meily along with him. Nevertheless, the lives of both men serve as a cautionary tale of the price each paid for their achievements. Their enduring legacy: build boldly, lead wisely — but never forget to live. [A native of the Philippines, Meily currently serves as president of the , a private-sector disaster management organization. Earlier in his career, he worked in public relations for both Burson-Marsteller and Howard J. Rubenstein Associates.] Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Rene S. “Butch” Meily, Posted: June 2, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 47:30 Episode: 13.48 Fun, well organized, and brimming with useful information, this is a book that some will want to read cover-to-cover and others will treat as a reference book to look up subjects as needed; either way, it’s a delight. — Kirkus Reviews
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Rob Kessler, a Second-Generation Entrepreneur, Marks a Dozen Years of Innovation, Success, and Struggle
05/22/2025
Rob Kessler, a Second-Generation Entrepreneur, Marks a Dozen Years of Innovation, Success, and Struggle
Like father, like son, entrepreneur Rob Kessler is a talented and ambitious business owner. His company, , has just passed a dozen years of marketing a brand of shirts with proprietary inserts [] designed to be worn without ties. Rob is the son of , who for 35 years reigned as the diamond engagement ring “King” in Wisconsin and was one of the very first guests this podcast showcased when it launched in June 2012. Among the insights you’ll hear listening to Rob are: Adapt or die Bet on yourself Start lean Serve obsessively Rob’s path has been different than his dad’s. You might say he’s still a diamond in the rough. Yet Rob’s experience, as he shares this week, offers a study in entrepreneurial persistence, innovation, and market adaptation. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Rob Kessler, Posted: May 26, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 42:53 Episode: 13.47 POPULAR EPISODES:
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Plenty of Ups and Downs: Riding the Rollercoaster of a Startup
05/18/2025
Plenty of Ups and Downs: Riding the Rollercoaster of a Startup
After more than 15 years as an executive at Meta, eBay, and Target, Anya Cheng set out to launch her own venture, . Her company uses artificial intelligence and personalized styling to rent clothing to men who dislike shopping, but need to look put-together for professional and social occasions. As she candidly shares this week, her two-year-old company has encountered a full buffet of challenges — from limited resources, both financial and human, to the steep personal transition of relying entirely on her own judgment. Drawing from her successes and missteps, Anya offers ten actionable recommendations that every new and most established businesses should heed. Be sure to have a tablet or pen available to take notes. Above all else, Anya’s journey underscores the grit and adaptability required to build and maintain a new business in today’s startup landscape. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Anya Cheng, Posted: May 19, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 47:07 Episode: 13.46 POPULAR EPISODES:
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When You Hear About the Boneheaded Choices of These Business Leaders, Your Mistakes Won’t Look So Cringeworthy
05/10/2025
When You Hear About the Boneheaded Choices of These Business Leaders, Your Mistakes Won’t Look So Cringeworthy
Business owners and entrepreneurs who mess up royally might take cold comfort in Al Lewis’s Substack, , which regularly details the boneheaded choices and outright illegal antics of a rogues gallery of today’s and yesteryear’s CEOs and senior executives. For most readers, Al’s independent newsletter is an opportunity to learn from other people’s mistakes, which is, as he puts it, “is a lot less costly than learning from your own.” Among his recent posts is an article titled , featuring, among others, Kohl’s CEO Ashley Buchanan, BP CEO Bernard Looney, and McDonald’s CEO Steve Easterbrook. Al is a veteran journalist and editor, having served as business editor of the Houston Chronicle and The Denver Post, and Markets Editor at CNBC. You won’t want to miss this episode. Doing so would be a business blunder of the first order. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Al Lewis, Posted: May 12, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 50:25 Episode: 13.45 RELATED EPISODES:
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Living in the Year 1450 (Sort of), Douglas Squirrel Bridges the Tech-Nontech Divide
05/04/2025
Living in the Year 1450 (Sort of), Douglas Squirrel Bridges the Tech-Nontech Divide
Can a timber-framed cottage built in tiny Frogholt, England, in 1450 and its current occupant and owner teach 21st-century business executives and entrepreneurs valuable insights about leadership and collaboration? Absolutely. , who goes by the mononym “Squirrel,” is a multi-decade technology trailblazer and business scale-up expert. He uses his home, Old Kent Cottage, which required extensive restoration help from plumbers, electricians, structural engineers, and thatchers, as a practical business case study in managing complexity and as a metaphor for demonstrating that those with diverse skills must collaborate harmoniously or risk structural failure. As Squirrel explains, if the many artisans who worked on Old Kent Cottage hadn’t communicated and worked together closely, the roof would have fallen in. It’s the same, he says, with every business. Squirrel is a proponent of using the human power of conversation to build effective, high-performing teams that lead to “insane” profits. Along with Jeffrey Fredrick, he wrote a seminal book on the topic, . Squirrel is also the author of , which is available from Amazon UK. “You should be really curious about technology all the time, because there's nothing else that's moving as fast and that is changing the landscape of your business as quickly as the technological innovations,” he says. Squirrel chairs the , a free-to-join global online community of diverse technical and non-technical executives who learn from one another. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of and . Photo: Douglas Squirrel, Posted: May 5, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 57:10 Episode: 13.44
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