The Secret Thoughts of CEO's Podcast

In The Secret Thoughts of CEOs and Business Leaders we discuss the real things that are holding you back from a life of joy, peace and happiness. Our guests are other High Achievers who know that life is short and that finding ways to live in alignment with what we truly desire is vital for us to live a truly congruent and fulfilled life. Join us as we unlock the mindset and strategies necessary to get there, generate even bigger outcomes, and connect to something greater-- all without sacrificing what matters most.

Priorities for Family Offices Working in a Fractured World with Angelo Robles 04/21/2025

Priorities for Family Offices Working in a Fractured World with Angelo Robles Secret Thoughts of CEOS Ep. 132 Priorities for Family Offices Working in a Fractured World with Angelo Robles In this episode of the Secret Thoughts of CEOs and Business Leaders podcast, host Chris Yonker interviews Angelo Robles, a prominent figure in the family office sector. The discussion covers various topics crucial to family businesses, such as the importance of hiring the right people, the disruptive impact of AI, and how geopolitical changes are reshaping the business landscape. Angelo shares his thoughts on the future of AI, the significance of understanding global trends, and how family offices can better prepare for rapid changes. Chris and Angelo also delve into the complexities of governance within family offices and the critical need for adaptability and continuous learning. Angelo Robles is a global authority on family offices, renowned for his forward-thinking approach and bold vision for the future. As a family office strategist and futurist, Angelo has dedicated over 20 years to helping elite families navigate the complexities of wealth management, governance, and legacy building in an era of rapid change. With a deep understanding of the evolving landscape—from the rise of AI to increasing geopolitical risks—Angelo empowers families to break free from outdated models and build future-forward family offices designed to thrive for generations. Timestamps · 03:50 Angelo's Background and Career Journey · 07:19 The Concept and History of Family Offices · 18:08 Top Trends in Family Offices: People, Technology, and Systems · 33:09 Integrating AI in Family Offices · 35:14 First Steps for Family Offices · 39:47 Geopolitical Shifts and Their Impact · 46:55 The Role of AI in Global Power Dynamics Memorable Quotes · “ So the majority of family offices are built for a world that no longer exist.” [13:25] · ” AI is being under hyped. Under hyped. You look at the math behind it, Jensen Wong and Nvidia doubling its quote unquote power once every 1.08 years. Do the math behind that.” [29:23] · ” It’s rare, rare to find people who are willing to change their minds on topics they refuse to investigate.” [56:12] Websites: Facebook: Instagram: LinkedIn: . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/36197005

Unlocking Leadership Potential: How Shadow Work Transforms Leaders with Kim Barta 04/07/2025

Unlocking Leadership Potential: How Shadow Work Transforms Leaders with Kim Barta Secret Thoughts of CEOS Ep. 131 Unlocking Leadership Potential: How Shadow Work Transforms Leaders with Kim Barta In this episode of 'Secret Thoughts of CEOs and Business Leaders’, host Chris Yonker delves into deep discussions with Kim Barta, a renowned psychotherapist and thought leader. Kim shares insights into his work around shadow therapy, explaining how our unconscious beliefs and patterns shape our lives. He talks about the nuances of family dynamics, personal growth, and healing from trauma. Listeners learn practical strategies for identifying and overcoming shadow aspects, fostering greater joy and fulfillment in both personal and professional realms. Chris also promotes the Family Business Executive Forum, a resource aiding those in family businesses to navigate issues like succession, financial management, and sibling rivalry. Timestamps · 03:45 Kim Barta's Background and Early Influences · 07:02 Developing a Metamodel for Healing · 13:34 Understanding Shadow Work · 23:03 Identifying and Addressing Shadow Patterns · 30:42 Awakening to the Problem · 42:13 Practical Steps for Escaping Abuse · 45:33 Adapting Systems for Healing Memorable Quotes · “ If you really tune in to the nuances of their micro behaviors, you can create change that helps people move to greener pastures a lot sooner. [05:40] · ”Everywhere I go, my shadow comes with me. I can't outrun my shadow. [22:08] · ” I say, no, what you've been living is not you. You've been living the lie. That you believe? Mm, if we take away the lie, you don't know who you are and I don't know who you are. We only know who you are when you're holding the lie. Let's take away the lie and discover who you are. [25:03] Websites: . . LinkedIn: Kim Barta is an internationally award-winning lecturer, multi-culturally informed developmental psychotherapist, spiritual guide, author, workshop creator, and speaker. His work is grounded in an experiential practice, blending his unique, sophisticated healing with practical everyday usability. He has written and lectured on diverse topics such as Shadow, Spiritual Development, Developmentally Informed Meditation, Developmental Psychology, Shadow and Health at Every Developmental Level, Healthy Power, Developmental Leadership, Organizational leadership, Power and Bliss, Grief, Parenting, Relationships, and Love, to name a few. He has developed several new forms of therapy, including The Evolution of Shadow Resolution, Psychosocial Cartography, Stages of Developmentally Informed Psychotherapy, Shadow to Spirit, and more. Kim Co-founded Stages International with Dr. Terri O’Fallon, PhD., an organization focused on researching and teaching evolutionary consciousness. Kim is releasing his latest trilogy on love: Love, Relationship, and Flow, The Love, Relationship and Flow Journal, and Love Letters from Consciousness. They are available at Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and other outlets. Kim's Shadow books are available on his website. You can find kim at . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/36032130

Unlocking Family Business Potential Through Advisory Teams with Dr. Jeremy Lurey 03/24/2025

Unlocking Family Business Potential Through Advisory Teams with Dr. Jeremy Lurey Unlocking Family Business Potential Through Advisory Teams with Dr. Jeremy Lurey In this episode of the 'Secret Thoughts of CEOs and Business Leaders' podcast, host Chris Yonker discusses the complexities of managing family business transitions with Dr. Jeremy Lurey. The episode covers key topics such as building effective advisory teams, succession planning, and the nuances of family dynamics in business settings. Chris and Jeremy explore the importance of external advisors, the challenges of sibling rivalries, and how to prepare for pivotal moments like selling a business. They also offer insights into identifying the right advisors and emphasize the importance of continuous learning and personal development for effective leadership. What You’ll Learn · Why it’s important to have an independent advisor · The necessity of being a continuous learner to belong in the field. Timestamps 03:07 Introduction to Dr. Jeremy Lurey 05:20 The Role of Family Business Advisors 20:06 Navigating Family Business Relationships 32:46 The Importance of Independent Advisors 38:42 Generational Transitions and Family Harmony 44:47 The Importance of Personal Connection Memorable Quotes · “Common sense is not that common. Right. People just don't stop and think about how I'm interacting with my partner, my child, my cousin, my uncle, my whomever it is. And so we get to shine the flashlight in places where people typically don't look..” [11:16] · ”for my dad, I will always be the 16 year old who wrapped a car around the tree. I always will be because I did. I did stupid things when I was 16 and 17 year old when I got my driver's license..” [17:34] · ”We could all get hit by the buff. I prefer the metaphor of when the lottery and move to Fiji myself. But regardless life happens when we least expect it. So having a plan is critical.” [23:01] Websites: . . LinkedIn: Jeremy Lurey PhD Bio: Family Advisor & Leadership Coach Dr. Lurey is a talented family advisor, executive coach, and business consultant with more than 25 years of experience helping clients—from families of significant wealth to Fortune 500 corporations—achieve their strategic objectives and build sustainable futures. He specializes in leadership development, succession planning, governance, and strategic planning, guiding family offices and family businesses through critical transitions and long-term planning. A PhD in Organizational Psychology, Dr. Lurey is a US Ambassador for the Global Family Office Community and frequently speaks at industry events. Recognized as a “40 Under 40” executive, he is known for his compassionate approach, enabling clients to unlock their leadership potential and focus on what matters most. /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/35731240

Balancing Tradition & Innovation: What Businesses Can Learn from Harley Davidson with Ken Schmidt 03/10/2025

Balancing Tradition & Innovation: What Businesses Can Learn from Harley Davidson with Ken Schmidt STOC 129: Balancing Tradition & Innovation: What Businesses Can Learn from Harley Davidson with Ken Schmidt In this episode of 'Secret Thoughts of CEOs and Business Leaders,' host Chris Yonker interviews Ken Schmidt, a former Harley Davidson executive renowned for his innovative repositioning strategy. They discuss the key elements holding back family businesses and privately held companies, including family harmony, succession, financial management, and innovation. Ken shares insights into Harley Davidson's transformation, emphasizing the need for businesses to connect on a human level, foster a strong internal culture, and leverage their unique history. They explore how companies can balance maintaining core values with embracing new innovations to delight and retain customers. What You’ll Learn · Humans naturally seek and return to sources of delight, regardless of how minor they are. · When the human connection is made, business wins. Timestamps 03:48 Ken Schmidt's Journey to Harley Davidson 20:16 The Importance of Company Identity 32:04 The Role of Technology in Customer Interaction 34:30 Human Connection 37:55 Building a Memorable Business 43:20 Creating a Culture of Delight Memorable Quotes · “Harley does all this other stuff that, that hits people at a human level. And at the end of the day, that makes the business more desirable. It makes people willing to pay more, for the privilege of being part of that community.” [19:45] · ” How can we do what we do faster, better, and cheaper to get more stuff out into the marketplace? That's exactly what customers are not looking for.” [27:55] Websites: . . LinkedIn: Ken Schmidt Bio: It’s an impersonal world, where so many products and services are seen as easily-replaced, indistinct commodities. Whether you stand out or get lost in the crowd is a choice. A mindset. Ken Schmidt faced those same challenges himself and gained acclaim for his role in the extraordinary turnaround of the legendary Harley-Davidson Motor Company. That transformation was based on a change in mindset and a focus on answering three key strategic questions. While times have changed, what humans want and need from the businesses they buy from and work for hasn’t. In his high-energy speeches, Ken inspires companies and individuals to shift their thinking and ride a path to success by becoming memorable – not for what they do or what they make, but for how they connect with people. Ken is author of Make Some Noise: The Unconventional Road to Dominance. He’s also host of the Tailgating with Geniuses podcast and co-founder of Torque Sessions Leadership Training. In all of his endeavors, Ken brings an unconventional perspective that helps organizations and individuals reframe how they engage with their marketplace. Ken Schmidt’s career in the motorcycle industry began in 1985 as a specialist in corporate positioning and media relations for the then-struggling Harley-Davidson. He was tasked with helping the company restore its image, improve its competitiveness, and create demand for its motorcycles. Within a few short years, sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles skyrocketed, and the company returned to prominence as one of the most respected, profitable, and frequently reported-on companies in the world. In 1990, Ken became director of Harley-Davidson’s corporate and financial communications, serving as its primary spokesperson to the media and the financial communities. He frequently appeared in mainstream and business media to offer insights on nontraditional communications, customer attraction, and brand-building. His expertise and success at Harley- Davidson ultimately led to consulting assignments and speaking invitations from all over the world. In 1997, Ken left Harley-Davidson to take an ownership position with a highly successful Chicago-based marketing firm, VSA Partners. In addition to Harley-Davidson, VSA served a virtual who’s who of the world’s best-known brands. In 1999, he sold his portion of VSA to start his own business, Ken Schmidt Company, to combine two of his greatest passions, motorcycling and speaking. He uses motorcycles as a metaphor to expose people to proven ideas and concepts they’ve likely never imagined. In addition to speaking and consulting, Ken is co-founder of Torque Sessions Leadership Training. Through a combination of hands-on training and interactive workshops, these sessions help individuals and organizations re-position themselves to become dominant competitors, maximize leadership effectiveness, build a people-first culture of innovation and foster loyalty among customers and employees. Ken is also the host of the popular podcast Tailgating with Geniuses, wherein he talks with some of the most innovative and successful leaders in a variety of industries to discuss their unique perspectives on leadership, major challenges, and success. Ken's relatable and engaging hosting style has made the podcast a hit with listeners looking to learn from the best and achieve their own personal and professional goals. Ken authored Make Some Noise: The Unconventional Road to Dominance, which gives business leaders an easy-to-follow roadmap for improving their competitiveness, using many of the techniques he championed at Harley-Davidson. He considers his work on 100 Years of Harley-Davidson, a global best seller, to be one of his greatest and most rewarding achievements. After all he has accomplished, Ken remains committed to his philosophy of standing out, taking risks, and having fun in both his personal and professional life. He says, “Never do what’s expected, make yourself as noticeably different as possible, and have a lot more fun than you’re supposed to.” /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/35494680

Building Family Legacy and the Keys to Early Education Success with Richie Huffman 02/24/2025

Building Family Legacy and the Keys to Early Education Success with Richie Huffman Building Family Legacy and the Keys to Early Education Success with Richie Huffman In this episode of 'Secret Thoughts of CEOs and Business Leaders,' host Chris Yonker talks with Richie Huffman, the founder, president, and CEO of Celebrate Schools, and a leader in early childhood education. The discussion delves into Richie's entrepreneurial journey, approaches to building a family legacy, and the innovative ways he runs his family akin to a business. The conversation highlights the importance of family vision, quarterly family huddles, and good stewardship. Richie shares valuable insights on the evolving landscape of early education and emphasizes parental involvement in children’s education. Additionally, Chris promotes the Family Business Executive Forum, a resource offering expert advice on overcoming challenges in family businesses. Richard O. Huffman is the founder, President, and CEO of Celebree Schools. Richie founded Celebree in 1994, growing our brand from a single preschool into the company we are today. In his current role, Richie shares his expertise, insights, and leadership with Celebree School franchisees, while continuing to shape Celebree’s short-term and long-term vision. Over the course of more than two decades, Richie has grown Celebree from a single location into Maryland’s largest privately held chain of childcare centers. With Celebree’s entry into the franchise sector, Richie now shares the secrets to his success with Celebree franchisees. In his work with Celebree School franchise owners, Richie shares more than 20 years of industry experience and entrepreneurial expertise. He offers direct support to franchisees as they develop their locations while challenging assumptions that could impede their business. He is committed to the success of every franchisee and is available on a daily basis for one-on-one support. As the President and CEO of Celebree Schools, Richie continues to guide the core vision of our brand: a vision that embraces change, innovation, and the constant pursuit of self-improvement. Thanks to Richie’s combination of leadership and experience, Celebree continues to set industry standards within the early childhood education sector. Richie has also shaped Celebree’s dynamic corporate culture, helping us attract some of the most forward-thinking leaders and executives in our industry. What You’ll Learn · Emphasizing the importance of building a family legacy and raising children with strong values and stewardship. · The role of parents in shaping a child's future · The significance of family vision and mission Timestamps · 04:04 Richie's Entrepreneurial Journey · 10:41 Building a Family Legacy · 15:01 Family Vision and Mission · 25:25 The Importance of Early Education · 34:44 Setting Expectations and Covenants · 40:04 Where to Learn More Memorable Quotes · “I knew at a very young age, I knew 2 things. I knew that I wanted to do it my way. I knew I wanted to be an entrepreneur. I knew I probably would not do well working for somebody else. And at a very young age, I knew one thing and I struggle with saying this, but I have to say it was true. I knew that I wanted to be wealthy.” [04:54] · “I’m not a know it all. I know nothing. Right? Which is another right? I know nothing and that's my philosophy. I surround myself with really, really great people that are committed as much as I am to achieving the vision of the mission.” [14:27] · I reach over. I take his cell phone and I ask him the next. I ask him the same question over again. Now, let's try this again. What did you do yesterday in history class? And now at least I got a 50 percent chance because I just put the distraction away. [32:08] Websites: . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/35397860

Trust, Transparency, and Culture: The Cornerstones of Leadership with Susan Riley 02/10/2025

Trust, Transparency, and Culture: The Cornerstones of Leadership with Susan Riley Trust, Transparency, and Culture: The Cornerstones of Leadership with Susan Riley Susan Riley is a resident of Exeter, NH and is married with two children. She started her career with a technical foundation (undergraduate and graduate education in Chemistry (Boston College, Brandeis University), followed later by an MBA at Babson College. She then spent the majority of her 40-year career in the life sciences industry. Having started in research and development, Susan gradually expanded her skillset and experience by spending significant time in international business development, marketing & sales, production & operations. In the last decade of her career, she was appointed Vice President & General Manager for two mid to large size divisions of Fortune 100 companies having revenues of $750M+. Susan was known as a straight shooter that built strong teams and executed well. She set high expectations yet was very nurturing to her employees. She always rolled up her sleeves and never asked anyone to do something she would not do herself. Susan recently retired and now resides in Exeter, NH. She views her most significant accomplishment as being able to have coupled a wonderfully fulfilling career with a fabulous family life. She credits her husband of 40+ years as her secret sauce in being able to come as close to “having it all” as is possible and looks forward to enjoying her retirement with him and her two grown daughters What You’ll Learn ● What it takes to uplevel an organization. ● How to secure trust by being authentic. ● The importance of the value proposition. ● How to navigate male-dominated spaces. ● Why we should make space for life experiences. Timestamps · [04:17] Susan’s background. · [09:30] Upleveling an organization. · [13:30] Prioritizing key areas. · [18:36] How to secure trust by being authentic. · [24:39] The value proposition. · [30:09] Creating a culture for success. · [33:45] Navigating the male-dominated spaces. · [39:34] Blocking off time to prioritize life experiences. Memorable Quotes · “People can sniff you out if you’re not [authentic].” – Susan Riley [20:05] · “You’ve got to learn from your mistakes.” – Susan Riley [27:25] · “You really have to start thinking about what’s important to your life.” – Susan Riley [44:54] Websites . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/35199895

Holistic Success: Mind, Body, Spirit, and Leadership with Shane Carter 01/27/2025

Holistic Success: Mind, Body, Spirit, and Leadership with Shane Carter Holistic Success: Mind, Body, Spirit, and Leadership with Shane Carter Shane is President and CEO of Hampshire Capital, LLC based in NH. Hampshire Capital, LLC buys, develops, renovates, repositions and holds apartment buildings, commercial assets and land in New England and the Southern states. Since 1996, Shane has acquired and managed more than $315M in multi-family and commercial assets and has developed and built over $120M in real estate through his construction and development firm. Shane's first book entitled "Optimize Your Life" is soon-to-be-released in 2024. With a mission to help others succeed, the book distills many personal life lessons and details Shane's recipe for fulfillment with relationships, personal passions, and business. With over 25 years of active real estate experience under his belt, Shane balances his business with passions for fitness, wellness, the outdoors and travel while prioritizing being a dad to three awesome kids. All of this is 'in bounds' and Shane is thrilled to discuss how he built a thriving lifestyle with audiences on their own growth & wealth building journeys What You’ll Learn ● Shane's personal approach to reducing disappointments by lowering expectations of outcomes and others ● Shane continues to challenge the status quo, advocating for a life that harmonizes professional success with personal fulfillment Timestamps · [00:05:35] Writing a book for oneself. · [00:10:53] Authentic leadership through experience. · [00:18:17] Optimize your life holistically. · [00:21:48] Mindset and health connection. · [00:30:37] Attachment to outcomes in entrepreneurship. · [00:35:28] Dealing with disappointment effectively. · [00:40:49] Culture of decentralized ideas. · [00:46:15] Balancing life and business. Memorable Quotes · "All of the work, all of the benefits of the work are not in knowing what to do. It's in actually doing the work." · "I personally have less disappointments because I have less expectations of outcomes and I have less expectations of others." · "The more I empower, the more I'm compassionate and empathetic, the more I attract others that resonate with me and want to be in the environment that we've created at our company, the more success we have." Websites · · · /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/35038380

The Addicted Brain: Rewriting the Narrative on Alcohol with David Andrews 01/13/2025

The Addicted Brain: Rewriting the Narrative on Alcohol with David Andrews The Addicted Brain: Rewriting the Narrative on Alcohol with Dave Andrews Dave Andrews, “America’s #1 Sobriety Coach,” CEO of The 30-Day Solution, and Co-Author of The 30-Day Sobriety Solution, is the leading expert in helping others recover, reclaim, and reinvent their lives without alcohol, and serves on the Board of Directors of the nonprofit organizations, Young People in Recovery, and Advocates for Recovery. As a speaker, sobriety coach, author, and Certified Coach in Positive Psychology, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Strategic Intervention, he has been a featured “Sobriety Expert” on numerous national and international talk shows. Dave has, himself, been sober for over eight years. What You’ll Learn ● How to undo the patterns of addiction. ● The prospects of drugs helping end addictions. ● How to get to a place of indifference. ● How to release any negative experience. Timestamps · [08:55] The patterns of addiction. · [12:07] “Why now is not a good time.” · [18:06] Drugs and addiction. · [23:32] Controlling the mind. · [31:01] Getting to a place of indifference. · [40:33] Releasing any negative experience. · [47:21] The lies that limit you. · [57:24] Spiritual awakening. · [64:00] Relinquishing control. · [66:07] How to let go. Memorable Quotes · “Only 58% of adults in America drink alcohol.” – Dave Andrews [10:02] · “We associate happiness with freedom.” – Dave Andrews [42:37] · “Drink with love.” – Dave Andrews [52:50] · “Trying to control the uncontrollable is the greatest source of suffering in the world.” – Dave Andrews [64:33] Websites . . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/34833895

From Gaming to Growth: Volodymyr Panchenko’s AI-Powered Blueprint for SMBs 12/30/2024

Why coaching beats training for lasting leadership impact 12/16/2024

Why coaching beats training for lasting leadership impact Why Coaching Beats Training for Lasting Leadership Impact with Ted Kulawiak, Kristi Baxter, & Thomas Ted Kulawiak is a highly respected sought-after sales management, leadership coach, and business consultant. As the president of Ted Kaye Sales Management Training LLC, Ted utilizes his significant business experience coupled with a personalized and innovative problem-solving approach to guide clients to reach their desired business goals. He held senior sales leadership and training positions in advertising and media over the course of 25 years, the majority of which he spent working for the 3M Company. Post advertising career, Ted transitioned to higher education and enjoyed a 20-year career in executive leadership positions. In addition to his leadership and coaching consulting work, Ted teaches English at the local community college. Kristi Baxter is a mind shifter, mental fitness trainer and thought partner to extraordinary individuals. As a trusted guide she helps people identify and purse a created life, by clarifying goals, identifying, and removing self-imposed obstacles and creating the space to make magic. Her superpower is helping people change the lens through which they experience their life. When not working, Kristi loves spending time with her family, hiking, biking, boating, beaching, cooking, creating, traveling, and laughing out loud. Thomas is our Optimal Vision Coach, aka The Optimalogist. His superpower is his incredible insightfulness and unique ability to see the best in others when they can’t. He helps clients to refocus and get clear about their Vision and Purpose in their work and life while getting clear of the invisible restraints that keep them from being, living and giving their best. When not working, Thomas enjoys sports, music, and travel What You’ll Learn ● The importance of doing the deeper work. ● How firms could navigate training resources. ● How to find the right person to coach. ● How to vet a consulting firm. Timestamps · [04:45] A bit about Ted. · [05:33] A bit about Tom. · [07:14] A bit about Kristi. · [11:20] The importance of doing the deeper work. · [15:19] Solving performance problems. · [19:54] Navigating training resources. · [23:33] The value of coaching. · [26:53] Work-life balancing. · [32:40] Key attributes of future executives. · [37:04] The impact of 360’s. · [45:50] Interviewing a consulting firm. · [51:50] Thinking about ROI. Memorable Quotes · “Coaching is not something you half-ass.” – Kristi Baxter [34:34] · “They will leave companies if there’s not a path to development.” – Kristi Baxter [53:41] Websites . . . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/34330580

How to Redesign Your Internal Programming with Chris Yonker 12/02/2024

How to Redesign Your Internal Programming with Chris Yonker How Can You Redesign Your Internal Programming a Live a Full(er) Life? On today's episode I was a guest on Steven Lawson’s podcast Potent, and we dive into overcoming trauma, the power of spirituality and self-awareness, the impact of mentorship, and the journey toward self-acceptance and deeper connections. About Today's Guest Chris is a Certified Family Business Advisor accredited through The Family Firm Institute. Chris helps to consciously navigate the challenges of succession, leadership transitions and family conflict, while creating long-term strategies for business continuity. Dubbed a “Life Journey Sherpa,” Chris’ holistic approach allows each individual in the family to be seen as an integral piece to the work. He uses his experience as a Neuro- Linguistic practitioner, a student of Philosophy and Psychology, and a thought leader on Personal Performance and Transformation to create a one-of-a-kind methodology that fuses heart and soul — helping families achieve extraordinary results that become permanent ways of being. Drawing upon more than 25 years of driving change and leading sales with 3M, and over a decade in Family Business and Executive consulting, Chris has built a process that has become his special sort of alchemy. His strategy helps clients move beyond the obstacles family organizations face that often prevent them from leading deeply fulfilling lives, both individually as well as collectively. Many of Chris’s clients say the process of working with him leads to profound healing within their families, bringing a sense of deep peace, better relationships and higher levels of happiness alongside a thriving organization. As a sought-after speaker, Chris has been a special guest of Camden Family Wealth, The Institute for Family-Owned Business, and The Center for Family Enterprise, and has been a featured contributor to Forbes. Education Chris is a Certified Family Business Advisor accredited through The Family Firm Institute. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business and a Minor in Communication from Western Michigan University. He was personally mentored by Tony Robbins’ original trainer in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Personal Chris is a seventh-degree black belt in an Okinawan style of karate and a student of yoga and meditation. He enjoys fishing, travel, cooking and spending time with his wife of 28 years and their daughter Show Notes · Chris early life · Connecting with God · Martial arts, validation · Mentorship · What is God teaching me? · Developing a practice of connection · Coaching thru end of life · Immersion · Developing personal presence · Fear of loneliness · Emotions, awareness, and karate · The elevator from heart to head · Potent presence; it's a soul massage · Healing our bodies · Parenting, upbringing, self-parenting · Being/doing, Values alignment · Community affiliation, fear of lone wolf, searching out your people · Trusting the process This podcast is brought to you by the Monk Manual. The monk manual is dedicated to providing best-in-class tools for helping you build a more potent life, and experience peaceful being and purposeful doing on a daily basis. If you’d like to be more intentional with your time and energy - please visit . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/34171900

Preventing Crisis Before it Happens in Your Family Business with Stephanie Craig 11/18/2024

Chris Yonker on Finding a Coach and Hiring One 11/04/2024

Unleashing Innovation with Clément Decrop 10/21/2024

Navigating loss and healing inner wounds with Kathleen O'Hara 10/07/2024

Navigating loss and healing inner wounds with Kathleen O'Hara Kathleen O’Hara, MA, LPC, is a psychotherapist and senior consultant to families, individuals, and family offices. She is the Founder of Integral Health Services, and specializes in helping individuals and families navigate the complex issues of living in the 21st century, including mental health, relational issues, difficult family dynamics, personal growth/development, life-stages, finding meaning and purpose, and building anti-fragility in an ever-changing world. She is an expert in crisis management, and is the author of A Grief Like No Other, a classic resource to help people cope with a sudden or violent death of a loved one, and has helped many families during the crisis of an unexpected death. In her advocacy work, she has helped organizations worldwide develop better programs and policies for victims of crime, and is a consultant for the US Department of Justice, and has spoken at the UN for the International Day for Women and Girls in Science in 2016, 2017, and 2020. What You’ll Learn ● How to settle problems in a business system. ● How to navigate guilt and grief in a family business. ● How grief affects our biology. ● The importance of trauma-informed therapy. Timestamps · [05:05] What causes a fixed state of fear? · [11:07] When problems are set in place. · [15:28] The point of no return. · [23:20] The guilt of things left unsaid. · [29:08] The biology of grief. · [33:05] Kathleen’s experience. · [35:18] Trauma-informed therapy. · [38:48] Leveraging faith. Memorable Quotes · “Most things […] are repairable.” – Kathleen O’Hara [19:08] · “There’s a huge trauma component.” – Kathleen O’Hara [29:44] · “How you’re feeling today is true and right, but you won’t always feel that way.” – Kathleen O’Hara [38:05] Websites . . . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/33135817

Healing Trauma in Family Business with Thomas Hübl 09/23/2024

Healing Trauma in Family Business with Thomas Hübl Thomas Hübl, PhD, is a renowned teacher, author, and international facilitator who works within the complexity of systems and cultural change, integrating the core insights of the great wisdom traditions and mysticism with the discoveries of science. Since the early 2000s, he has led large-scale events and courses on the healing of collective trauma. He is the author of Attuned: Practicing Interdependence to Heal Our Trauma—and Our World, and Healing Collective Trauma: A Process for Integrating Our Intergenerational and Cultural Wounds. Hübl has served as an advisor and guest faculty for universities and organizations, as a coach for CEOs and organizational leaders, and is currently a visiting scholar at the Wyss Institute at Harvard University/ What You’ll Learn ● How to reframe trauma. ● How to recognize trauma responses. ● How to heal the tensions in a family system. ● Why it’s important to connect spiritually. Timestamps · [06:19] Defining trauma. · [10:49] Navigating recurrent stresses. · [16:31] Trauma in a family context. · [22:56] Control as a trauma response. · [28:06] Creating a frame of reference. · [37:21] Healing relationships. · [47:09] Exploring connections beyond us. · [58:29] What’s possible for the future of humanity? Memorable Quotes · “Trauma is an internal response […] within overwhelming and challenging situations.” – Thomas Hübl [07:25] · “One symptom of trauma is scarcity.” – Thomas Hübl [21:06] · “There’s an intelligence in leaving.” – Thomas Hübl [36:19] · “Noise in the mind is stress in the body.” – Thomas Hübl [50:47] Websites . . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/33025522

Aligning Investments with Values: Rethinking Money Through a Shamans’s Lens 09/09/2024

Aligning Investments with Values: Rethinking Money Through a Shamans’s Lens Based in Florida, Sylvia Benito is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with more than two decades of portfolio management experience. She has diverse experience in wealth management, having worked as a hedge fund analyst and managing portfolios for family offices and ultra-high-net- worth clients with more than $1 billion in assets. A thought leader and public speaker committed to helping companies and investors leverage capital for transformative societal impact, Sylvia works with founders, families, and boards to help them align their goals and core values to facilitate positive change on a broader scale. Also passionate about female empowerment and a believer in the transformative power of psychedelics, Sylvia has spoken at several industry events, including the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies’ (MAPS) Psychedelic Science 2023, Women and Wealth, and the Wonderland Conference, where she was a featured speaker with Seano McFarland for "Addiction, Trauma & Psychedelics." Sylvia also spoke at the 39th Private Wealth Management Summit on "Inheritance, Sudden Wealth, and Women," and hosted a fireside chat with Mike Tyson at the National Trial Lawyers Summit in 2023. In addition to her work in wealth management, Sylvia has experience as an entrepreneur. She co-founded The Oasis Institute in South America, and successfully exited the venture before shifting her focus to investing, with the goal of connecting consciousness to capital. She has been a member of the CFA Society since 2011 and holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from New College of Florida. What You’ll Learn ● How to navigate your surroundings and remove the noise. ● How to create meaning around money. ● How to balance tradition and innovation. Timestamps · [04:08] Sylvia’s training as a Shaman. · [08:43] Finding fulfillment and making an impact. · [12:43] How to remove the external noise. · [17:05] Creating meaning around money. · [19:16] Navigating different philosophies. · [23:17] Balancing traditions and innovation. · [24:38] When to leverage consultants. · [27:53] How Sylvia has helped create a higher sense of consciousness. · [32:26] How Sylvia got into this work. Memorable Quotes · “There is always this feeling of imposter syndrome.” – Sylvia Benito [07:44] · “Meditation ultimately is every moment.” – Sylvia Benito [15:09] · “This is a culture of money.” – Sylvia Benito [17:59] Websites . . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/32956722

Breaking Boundaries: Thriving in a Male-Dominated Industry, Family Business Dynamics, and Empowering the Next Generation with Carol Horton 08/26/2024

Breaking Boundaries: Thriving in a Male-Dominated Industry, Family Business Dynamics, and Empowering the Next Generation with Carol Horton Carol Horton is the Founder and CEO of Lily Grace Homes, the CEO of The Ten13 Company, and on the board of directors of Habitat for Humanity of Collin County. At Lily Grace Homes, she is striving to bring a balance to beautiful design and functional living. She brings over 15 years of experience in the residential construction industry, a strategic mindset, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. With a proven track record of achieving exceptional results in challenging markets and turnaround scenarios, she is recognized as an industry expert in residential real estate. She has spoken at the 2023 International Builders Show in Las Vegas on Automation and AI for homebuilders. Prior to founding Lily Grace Homes, she served as Chief Marketing Officer at Kindred Homes, where she successfully led a digital transformation initiative, transforming operational and sales processes. Her expertise in organizational restructuring and operational efficiencies yielded decreased overhead costs and improved overall departmental performance. She was accountable for marketing, sales, and client satisfaction. In this role, she had direct responsibility for Kindred's revenue, which exceeded $180 million, annually. She is an expert in creating comprehensive marketing strategies to increase market growth, helping Kindred Homes generate over $32 million in sales in its first year. What You’ll Learn ● How to balance relationships and business. ● Putting business first vs family first. ● How to set boundaries between personal and business relationships. ● How Carol paves the way for women leaders. ● How to bridge the generational gap. Timestamps · [04:38] Carol’s background. · [08:48] What motivates Carol? · [10:26] Mixing personal and business. · [16:01] Best for the business vs the family. · [20:36] Setting boundaries between personal and business relationships. · [28:02] Paving the way for women leaders. · [35:43] When you’re being treated differently. · [37:52] Learning to be a better leader. · [41:00] Bridging the generational gap. Memorable Quotes · “The business as a whole, the entity, is family.” – Carol Horton [17:56] · “Family actually has to be held to a higher standard.” – Carol Horton [19:33] · “The single greatest thing you could do as an employer is help your employees, in their personal life, grow.” – Carol Horton [45:17] Websites . . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/32677112

Closing the Gap: Why family members do not see things the same way and what to do about it. 08/12/2024

Closing the Gap: Why family members do not see things the same way and what to do about it. With a unique background in finance and mediation, coupled with a passion for culture and education, Monica has traveled the globe extensively – exploring all opportunities to continuously enhance her skill set and personal growth. Around the world, she has had the good fortune to learn from some of the most renowned names in her field. Having previously worked in accounting and finance with corporate giants, Coopers and Lybrand (now PwC), and Rogers Cablesystems, Monica’s initial foray into business began with her family’s manufacturing company – Balthes Farm Equipment. Growing up in a family business, Monica learned the importance of family values, vision, passion, and commitment. This early imprinting ultimately led to her lifetime quest to understand best practices in business and communication skills, and how to live a happy life. Many years later, she went through the business transition process with her own parents’ company, Kooljet Refrigeration Systems. This experience gave her first-hand knowledge about the complexities of family business systems and how challenging that transition can be. Monica’s dedication to helping individuals and businesses reach their potential inspires her to work with companies ready to transform their corporate culture. Her experience, coupled with her holistic view of relationship management, supports her clients’ commitment to clarify their objectives and create a profitable, harmonious, and sustainable future. Monica received most of her formal education in Canada, completing her undergraduate degree in Economics at the University of Western Ontario. She is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach, a Certified Management Accountant in Ontario, Canada, and holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the Schulich School of Business at York University. In addition, Ms. Clare holds a diploma in International Studies from the Diplomatic Academy of Vienna, Austria, and studied Modern World Systems and Comparative Political Economy with California Polytechnic State University in Thailand. She has recently obtained her FEA (Family Enterprise Advisor) certification with the FEX (Family Enterprise Exchange). While living in Europe for 20 years, Monica also accepted invitations to instruct college and university courses. What You’ll Learn ● How to resolve differences in perspectives. ● How ego affects decision-making. ● How to face the fear of conflict. ● How to unfreeze the lens around trauma. Timestamps · [09:13] A bit about Monica. · [11:13] Defining conflict. · [13:12] Differing family perspectives. · [15:15] How the ego affects decision-making. · [22:34] How to face the fear of conflict. · [26:33] Strategic vs soft skills. · [30:48] Helping someone understand a different perspective. · [37:37] The epigenetic factor. · [41:31] Freezing people in time. · [49:48] The next executive forum. Memorable Quotes · “The information that you have determines how you make your decisions.” – Monica Clare [14:18] · “There is an intuitive aspect of our decision-making.” – Monica Clare [29:28] · “That’s just the way they see things right now.” – Monica Clare [46:16] Websites . . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/32463262

From Family Values to Business Success: The Story behind XS 07/29/2024

From Family Values to Business Success: The Story behind XS David Vanderveen has a successful 30-year track record in beverage and technology-leading disruptive change, at both private and public companies. Since September 2022, he has been the CEO of Nirvana Water Sciences and has worked with a team of industry beverage, functional beverage, and supplement experts to transform the brand, product portfolio, go-to-market strategy, and execution of the business. During this time, Nirvana has launched a new brand, Nirvana SUPER™, and its wellness extension, Nirvana SUPER Pro™, winning the Best Functional Beverage awards from both Zenith and BevNet. In February 2023, Nirvana completed its first acquisition, Alder Creek Beverages, a pristine spring water source and manufacturing partner for Nirvana. In June of the same year, Nirvana completed a joint venture with Inspire Health Alliance to develop wellness beverage shots as part of a new supplement protocol for customers undergoing orthopedic surgeries. From 2002 until 2015, David served as the founder and Chief Executive Officer of XS World Wide, a company with a portfolio of energy drinks and sports nutrition products. The brand was a strategic partner with the Amway Corporation, and XS became the fastest-growing business segment and category for the world’s largest direct seller. XS reached annual sales of over $400 million dollars, with product distribution in more than 60 countries. XS was sold to Amway in 2015, where David served as Vice President and Global General Manager for the XS Brand, with maximum earn-out through 2018. The brand continues to grow. After leading the transition of XS to an Amway-owned brand, he served as the Chief Operating Officer at NewAge Beverages Corporation, then one of the fastest-growing healthy beverage companies in the world, where he helped double shareholder value during the global pandemic. Post-COVID, David brought his insight and leadership skills to It Works, a trendsetting affiliate-driven nutrition company with a suite of products designed to empower people to transform their bodies and lives. As the President of It Works International, he has helped to reorganize, rebuild, and inspire growth in the business in 23 global markets, while living and working from Paris. In addition to his history of disruptive international business development, David serves as an advisor to RX3 Growth Partners, a private equity firm that partners with consumer brands and other leading investment firms, to maximize value by leveraging its unique influencer base of athletes, celebrities, and thought leaders. What You’ll Learn ● The importance of integrity. ● How to apply core values to succeed in business. ● The value of taking risks. ● How to balance work and family life. Timestamps · [05:00] The importance of integrity. · [07:15] David’s core values. · [11:31] Finding his calling. · [16:55] Starting at Amway. · [22:03] The impact of family in business. · [26:51] David’s mission at Amway. · [31:10] Creating credibility. · [33:31] David’s socks. · [34:37] Balancing work and family. · [42:36] Navigating risk. Memorable Quotes · “The one thing we take with us are our values.” – David Vanderveen [06:21] · “Great companies prevail over time beyond a person or a product because they operate from core values.” – David Vanderveen [36:12] · “what’s not negotiable is who you’re with and the values you operate around.” – David Vanderveen [38:14] Websites . . . . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/32306502

Becoming the cycle breaker healing the unspoken cycles of guilt, shame, addictions and more with Natasha Silver Bell and Jane Mintz 07/15/2024

Becoming the cycle breaker healing the unspoken cycles of guilt, shame, addictions and more with Natasha Silver Bell and Jane Mintz This forum featured guest experts Natasha Silverbell and Jane Mintz, along with our host Chris Yonker, CFBA to discuss mental health and addiction in the context of personal development and family dynamics. We emphasized the importance of not merely labeling behaviors but understanding their impacts on families and businesses. Our discussion highlighted the need for empathy, open communication, and self-regulation, stressing that everyone—from family members to business advisors—plays a crucial role in supporting healing and improvement. Overall, our focus was on taking personal responsibility for wellness and the transformative power of supportive communities. Understanding Beyond Labels We discussed how crucial it is to not to get hung up on labeling behaviors simply as "addiction" but to look deeper at how these behaviors impact personal relationships and business environments. Finding the right help to get your family on a path of open and empathetic communication can help address the root causes and effects on a family or organizational system. The Role of Self-Regulation Self-regulation emerged as a key theme, with emphasis on its importance not just in overcoming personal challenges but also in fostering healthy family and business dynamics. Managing one’s emotional responses can greatly influence the overall health of relationships and professional interactions. Crafting Your Suppor System Building and maintaining a strong support system is vital not only to individuals, but the family as a whole. This system should include professionals, advisors, family members, and peers who can offer guidance and support through challenges, particularly those related to mental health and addiction. We also talked about what advisors could do to find the right help for their clients when there is a complex or sensitive challenge outside of their scope. 1. Prioritize Empathy in Communication: Emphasize the importance of understanding and empathetic communication within family and business interactions to address and resolve underlying issues more effectively. 2. Encourage Regular Mental Health Check-ins: Advocate for routine mental health assessments within family businesses to identify and address issues early, before they escalate into more significant problems. 3. Implement Self-Regulation Practices: Find professionals to provide training on self-regulation techniques for family members and business leaders to help manage stress, improve personal resilience, and foster a more supportive working environment. 4. Establish a Strong Support Network: Encourage the formation or strengthening of a support network that includes mental health professionals, experienced advisors, and peer support groups to provide necessary resources and assistance. 5. Foster a Culture of Openness and Non-Judgment: Work towards creating an environment where family members and business partners feel safe to express their concerns and challenges without fear of judgment, thereby promoting transparency and trust. The next Family Business Executive Forum, Closing the Gap and Creating Your Most Impactful Company Culture: How Family Leaders Can Work Together to Weave Innovation and Legacy Even When You’re At a Generational Standstill, takes place on June 25th at 12pm ET. . Connect with: Jane Mintz: Natasha Silver Bell: Chris Yonker: /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/32132797

Flow State: Mastering the Art of Sustained Focus 07/01/2024

Flow State: Mastering the Art of Sustained Focus How to Find a Higher Sense of Flow with Achim Feige Achim Feige is a personal performance and transformation coach to the German business elite. As a transformation architect, human potential coach, and author of several management books, he enables entrepreneurs, CEOs, and top executives to access higher states of consciousness and flow, and personal growth, using the latest neuroscientific findings and techniques, aligned with ancient wisdom, from which you - having grown inwardly and equipped with a new mindset and qualities - can master the transformation into a new business world with more confidence, courage, and ease, as a person, a leader, and organization. His aim is to turn leaders of all kinds into self-developers, bridge builders, and architects of a new business world in which the development of human potential, top performance, and positive impact do not contradict, but complement, each other. With his European transformation collective, VERTICAL (Berlin, Vienna, Stockholm, and Oslo), he exclusively accompanies entrepreneurs and CEOs in their personal and business transformation, without burning out. What You’ll Learn The causes and signs of burnout. How to achieve flow. How to balance stress and recovery. How to prioritize personal growth. Where to start with others. Timestamps [06:55] Achim’s background. [12:40] What leads to burnout? [19:11] Being in flow. [21:22] The challenge-skill equation. [25:00] Finding the balance. [30:41] The 40-hour week. [32:48] Forming growth rituals. [37:19] The North Star. [43:10] Resonance and flow in relation to others. [50:29] The role of facilitators. Memorable Quotes “You are in your flow channel when you have an optimal challenge.” – Achim Feige [21:30] “With new behavior and new habits, you will shape a new personality.” – Achim Feige [35:45] Websites . . . Contact: . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/31718917

Longevity Secrets Revealed: How to Use testing to improve your lifespan and quality of life 06/17/2024

Longevity Secrets Revealed: How to Use testing to improve your lifespan and quality of life Irina Serebryakova is Nurse Practitioner and Founder of You Holistic Functional Medicine and Longevity Center in Exeter, NH. She has been practicing Functional Medicine for more than 15 years. Functional Medicine addresses the whole body and focuses on disease prevention, and considers the full picture of your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. You Holistic helps patients reduce or eliminate the need for pharmaceutical medications by addressing digestive problems, inflammation, weakened immunity, and metabolic and hormonal imbalances. They have created treatment plans to manage multiple factors that may contribute to chronic conditions, including supplements, food plans, herbs, homeopathic remedies, Intravenous nutrients, peptides, and bio-identical hormones for hormonal imbalances, treating thyroid and adrenal dysfunction, insomnia, depression, anxiety, fatigue, and osteoporosis without pharmaceutical medications. Their Functional Medicine approach is different is tailored to each person’s specific illness or symptoms. Irina believes in the human body’s incredible ability to heal and to regenerate. Her goal, when treating patients, is to guide and give them tools, and to empower them in restoring balance and preventing disease. What You’ll Learn ● How alternative treatments can benefit individuals. ● How our decisions can affect our genetics. ● Which tests are the most important to start with. ● Preventative measures to take against ailments. ● The function of Functional Medicine. ● How new therapies are addressing shortfalls in medicine. Timestamps · [05:14] The shortfalls of the medical system. · [09:38] How much does DNA affect health and wellbeing? · [13:13] DNA testing. · [15:05] The reliability of testing companies. · [16:25] Prioritizing what to test. · [21:57] Beethoven’s hair study. · [23:08] Protocol for removing toxins. · [26:04] Preventing heart disease. · [30:23] Insulin resistance. · [31:28] Testing for plaque buildup. · [34:51] Cancer screening. · [38:19] What is Functional Medicine? · [45:46] Pro-health, anti-aging therapies. Memorable Quotes · “Genetics are not as unchangeable as we think.” – Irina Serebryakova [12:08] · “Screening is our best defense against cancer.” – Irina Serebryakova [36:24] Websites . . Call: 603-309-2030. Email: . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/31637382

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Leveraging the Power of an Advisory Board for Family Business 05/20/2024

Leveraging the Power of an Advisory Board for Family Business Dr. Stacy Feiner is an accomplished psychologist, business leader, innovator, author, and mom. She advises private and family-owned businesses with a pro-growth, pro-health approach that ensures leaders solve emotionally charged situations, move forward, and increase enterprise value and family connection. Curious about people and culture, Stacy has lived in 8 US cities and traveled through 9 countries. A Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Stacy is an expert at helping complex people systems shape their desired future. Her inclusive perspective creates a competitive advantage in a world that accepts average. Before focusing on private enterprise, Stacy served as an executive at Merrill Lynch, coaching financial advisors to scale their practices and stay confident during volatile markets, getting licensed Series 7 herself. As an HR executive at KeyBank, Stacy helped complete a billion dollar sell-side transaction, and at BDO USA, Stacy advised family businesses in all stages seeking to achieve success in all their ventures and family branches. Dr. Feiner founded her own firm to bring a new lens that accelerates growth of privately-owned companies. Stacy published her first book, Talent Mindset, in 2015, and co-authored the bestselling, The Sixth Level, in 2023, used by universities, businesses, and nonprofits. What You’ll Learn ● Why advisors are so important in a business. ● Which kinds of boards to choose for a business. ● The importance of transparent and authentic conversations. Timestamps · [05:37] Why businesses need advisors. · [12:44] Dr Feiner’s advice on building an advisory board. · [18:01] Creating transparency and authenticity. · [26:47] Fiduciary boards vs advisory boards. · [38:12] Family councils. · [45:10] Advice to reluctant business owners. Memorable Quotes · “Every business problem that you have is solvable.” – Dr Stacy Feiner [24:26] · “Growth is fun.” – Dr Stacy Feiner [46:40] Websites . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/31368867

Unlocking Subconscious Barriers: How Hidden Beliefs Affect Performance 05/06/2024

Unlocking Subconscious Barriers: How Hidden Beliefs Affect Performance Dr. Lise Janelle is a renowned growth accelerator coach who empowers her clients with her groundbreaking Heart Freedom Method, facilitating rapid transformation by dismantling subconscious barriers to success. She’s been featured in many radio and TV interviews, including on CBC News and CTV’s Canada AM. She shares insights on overcoming inner resistance. A former championship rower and pioneer in women’s Ice Canoeing, Lise embraces outdoor challenges like scaling Kilimanjaro and La Haute Route in Switzerland. Her journey from a top 10% earner as a chiropractor to coaching showcases unwavering commitment to personal growth. Founder of the Centre for Heart Living in Toronto, she authored “Conversations with the Heart,” a guide to help the reader live a truly successful life. A member of the Transformational Leadership Council, Lise connects with leaders, leaving an indelible mark on personal development. Her story reflects resilience, passion, and an enduring dedication to guiding others toward their full potential. Dr. Janelle is working on her upcoming book, “Unstuck,” with co-author, Jack Canfield, to be released in late 2024. What You’ll Learn ● How to use muscle testing to live more consciously. ● How to build a higher sense of authority. ● How to become self-aware. ● The indicators of emotional wellbeing. ● The process of expanding our consciousness. Timestamps · [04:28] Dr Janelle’s background. · [07:39] Muscle testing. · [12:35] Building a higher sense of authority. · [18:46] Three types of bootcamps. · [21:17] Navigating love. · [26:34] Why the body stores pain. · [29:26] Diagnosing emotional wellbeing. · [33:40] The adventure of creating heaven on earth. Memorable Quotes · “90-95% of what we do is actually pre-programmed in us.” – Dr Lise Janelle [12:09] · “Each time we have gratitude, we instantly increase our self-worth.” – Dr Lise Janelle [16:10] · “Whatever is happening, is always happening for us.” – Dr Lise Janelle [37:44] Websites . . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/31080843

Elevate and Empower: A Blueprint for Future Leadership 04/22/2024

A replay of our recent Family Business Executive Forum hosted by Amanda Laden with special guests Rebecca Hamilton of WS Badger and Amanda Osmer of Grappone 04/08/2024

A replay of our recent Family Business Executive Forum hosted by Amanda Laden with special guests Rebecca Hamilton of WS Badger and Amanda Osmer of Grappone Amanda Osmer is the fourth-generation owner of Grappone Automotive Group. Osmer’s great-grandparents, Rocco and Emanuela Grappone, were Italian immigrants who opened a gas station in Concord in 1924. Her grandfather, John Grappone, worked for 79 years to help expand that single business into the Grappone Automotive Group, which today encompasses five New Hampshire dealerships, representing Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Mazda, and Toyota, as well as one of northern New England’s largest wholesale parts operations. Amanda launched Leadership Grappone, a program that a seeks out the company’s emerging leaders, with the goal of uncovering their true leadership potential. Rebecca Hamilton is the Co-CEO of Badger, a producer of organic body care products. An advocate for issues concerning the environment, ingredient transparency, and societal change, Rebecca has spoken at the White House, addressed the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity in support of organic and regenerative agriculture, testified before Congress on behalf of safer cosmetics, and attended Senate and House briefings on Capitol Hill in support of family-friendly workplace practices and chemical reform. Rebecca also spearheaded the passing of Benefit Corporation legislation in New Hampshire, a for-profit status that incorporates the pursuit of positive environmental and social impact in addition to profit. She was recently appointed to the National Women’s Business Council, a nonpartisan federal advisory committee comprised of women business owners, policymakers, bankers, representatives of women’s business organizations, and other stakeholders. What You’ll Learn ● How to approach succession planning with the lens of equality. ● Upholding standards with family members. ● Making decisions as a family leadership team. ● How to manage a smooth succession with leaders who aren’t ready to let go. Timestamps · [09:27] Taking on leadership roles within family businesses. · [18:13] Unique perspectives as women. · [23:51] Approaching succession planning. · [29:09] Dr Stacy: Are higher standards for family a risk or a benefit? · [32:14] The role of personal development plays in the future of leadership. · [34:26] Lessons learned stepping into leadership roles. · [39:21] Advice to other women aspiring to lead family-run enterprises. · [44:17] When leaders aren’t ready to let go during transitions. Memorable Quotes · “Blood is thicker than water.” – Amanda Osmer [28:00] · “Your brain can’t be angry and curious at the same time.” – Amanda Osmer [33:26] · “We’ve had such a female dominated company that we thought about being more intentional of bringing some males in to balance it out.” – Rebecca Hamilton [34:02] · “Get really clear about what your mission is, and then pursue that.” – Amanda Osmer [39:46] Websites . . . /episode/index/show/thesecretthoughtsofceospodcast/id/30712263

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