On Episode 12 🎙️ we chat with special guest, Kim Baker, from the Gallatin Tennessee Chamber of Commerce. Kim gives us some insight into what local Chamber's are all about and tells us how she got her start in the business world, along with what's to come. Kim has a deep love ❤️ for the city of Gallatin and is a huge driver for her success in leading the Chamber Organization. Are Chamber Memberships still worth it in 2024 for local businesses? Lets Discuss 🗣️. Leave us a comment and tell us what you think. Stick around for the Podium Talk for here our favorite Summer 😎 Activities. #chambers #chamberofcommerce #summer #podcast #thenexgenpodcast #leadership #culture #vacation #nashville #tennessee #gallatin #talkshow #familyvacations #ballpark #driving

On Episode 11 we welcome business owner John Altepeter to the show 👏🏼! John got his start as a Sales person, turned Sales Leader and now Business Owner. John brings some excellent insight into corporate America and small business world. He is sure to win the audience over with his personality and no BS approach. Many sales people might ask themselves when is the right time or should I transition to leadership. We touch on this topic along with other valuable insight from a few professionals that have taken the same path. Listen in and share a few laughs with us 🤗 "Regrets help build us to who we are", John. Does Chad talk politics..? 🗳️ Stay tuned for The Podium Talk! Little Debbie.. 🍪 Leave a comment or ask a question. We look forward to hearing from you!

On Episode 10 we feature Noel Searcey and Jon Sidwell of Old National Bank in Nashville, TN. These guys know Mortgages! We dive into the current state of real estate, get to know the guys and how they got their start. Noel and Jon combined, have over 40 years of experience in the Mortgage Business and have built a ton of relationships over the years in helping homebuyers, refinancers, investors and real estate agents. They also share some insight into what's to come for Real Estate. In the end, It still all comes down to relationships 🤝🏼#nashville #podcast #thenexgenpodcast #mortgage #relationships #realestate #finance #business #escrow #culture #mortgages #musiccity #professional #trust

In Episode 9 we feature Forest Whitehead - songwriter, artist, producer and online business owner. Join us for some insight into the Music Business and "Nashville". He shares his story with us including his first band, the journey to Nashville, songwriting with other artist and his evolution to being a producer. It still all comes down to relationships 🤝🏼 Learn who Forest played with on the Big Stage and stay tuned for our favorite 90's country artist. 🤠

Bourbon = Business... Whether you are a Bourbon connoisseur or a business professional that attends an occasional happy hour or dinner, NexGen is here to help with interesting insight including the differences of Bourbon, Whiskey and Scotch. On episode 8 we dive into Bourbon, Whiskey and Spirits with special guests Walt Burnside and Brian Smith. Walt, it a distinguish'd bourbon historian with more knowledge than we could obtain within an hours time and Brian is well versed as well with Kentucky History. Our goal this episode was to provide some education and history on bourbon. If you are a veteran, a new partaker or just someone who wants to speak the language but doesn't drink, we have you covered. Come join us and lets learn together for that next important relationship building opportunity with your fellow bourbon friend. Give us a Follow for upcoming shows 🚀 Stay for "The Podium Talk" this week.. 🤔 Favorite Bourbon drinks.

Are you using the right marketing strategy for your business? How does marketing shape you as a consumer? There is no, one size fits all, when it comes to marketing. On episode 7 we dive into strategic marketing and what key roles it plays for organizations with special guest, Mark Scrivner - CEO of SnapShot Interactive. Mark shares with us how companies should evaluate marketing strategies and how the data obtained should be used to their benefit. The data could be the most important part. Are you using it effectively? Let us Entertain and Empower you along your professional journey! Follow us for upcoming shows 🚀 Stay for "The Podium Talk" this week.. 🤔 Favorite Social Media Platform

What motivates and drives you as a professional and human being? On episode 6 we dive into what drives us and other folks in their professions and life. How leadership should look at motivation for their people and should they base it on the individual person... Let us Entertain and Empower your motivational spirit for yourself, co-workers or employees. Lets motivate each other! Jason tells a super funny joke 🤣 Will there be useless information...? Stay for "The Podium Talk" this week.. Favorite Vacation 🏖️

Get to know your hosts, Jason Baxter and Chad Meridieth, as we ask them a round of questions on this episode. There will be some laughs 🤣 and serious 😬 moments, for sure. We wanted to give you an insight into who and what the hosts are about both personally and professionally. Rapid Fire questions will close us out. We hope you enjoy and continue to watch and share The NexGen Podcast! 🤜🏼🤛🏼💥

On Episode 4 we discuss rewarding success and vacations with guest Jini McLaughlin. We dive into what success looks like for different people and how recognition and rewarding can vary based on the individual. We all believe that recognition is very important in the workplace however know your people and what makes them tick. Not everyone thrives on the same recognition, nor do the same rewards make them feel appreciated. Lets dive into this topic together and give us feedback on what makes you motivated and appreciated. To the Podium - Favorite Desert! Jason tells a joke.. and stay tuned for useless information.