In this episode, we talk with KYLE SMITH, CEO of Nothing Bundt Cakes, which produces THE best quality bundt cakes in over 300 bakeries across the US…listed as one of the "Top 50 Franchises" and consistently making Franchise Times' "Fast & Serious" list.   THOUGHT#1 "Be confident enough to surround yourself with people who have the ability to replace you."   THOUGHT #2 "Commit to Hiring Employees That Have All 3 C's: Competence, Character and Cultural Fit"   CONNECT: Website: www.nothingbundtcakes.com    Email: [email protected]    BRAND & RESOURCE MENTIONS: Jack Welsh/General Electric - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Welch  Jeffrey Immeldt/GE - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Immelt James McNerny - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_McNerney Robert Nardelli - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Nardelli Home Depot – www.homedepot.com Boeing – www.boeing.com 3M – www.3M.com Don Fox/Firehouse Subs – www.firehousesubs.com Hard Rock International – www.hardrock.com The Ritz-Carlton – www.ritzcarlton.com First Watch – www.firstwatch.com Chick-fil-A – www.chick-fil-a.com Southwest Airlines – www.southwest.com    Cannonball Kids cancer – www.CannonballKidscancer.org Keppler Speakers - www.KepplerSpeakers.com Certified Rock Star - www.CertifiedRockStar.com Spectacle Photography (All Show/Website Photos) – www.spectaclephoto.com Jeffrey Todd "JT" Keel (All Show Music) - https://www.facebook.com/jtkeel

In this episode, we talk with former President/COO of Chili's Grill & Bar, KELLI VALADE, now in the role of President & CEO of TDn2K, the leading insights & knowledge provider of restaurant data (HR, financial performance, consumer trends), representing the entire industry.   THOUGHT #1 "The highest calling of a leader is creating a place where people can be seen."   THOUGHT #2 "Loyalty is a Consequence of Leadership"   CONNECT: Twitter: @kvpalooza Email: [email protected] Website: www.TDn2K.com   BRAND & RESOURCE MENTIONS: TJ's/Frisch's/Big Boys Restaurants - www.bigboy.com  Brinker International - www.brinker.com  Chili's Grill & Bar - www.Chilis.com  Wawa - www.wawa.com  Southwest Airlines - www.southwest.com Zappos - www.zappos.com  Chick-fil-A - www.chick-fil-a.com  Hard Rock International - www.hardrock.com Maslow's Hierarchy - www.wikipedia.org/Maslows_hierarchy_of_needs Wally & Joni Doolin - www.tdn2k.com/about/the-team  Cannonball Kids cancer – www.CannonballKidscancer.org Keppler Speakers - www.KepplerSpeakers.com Certified Rock Star - www.CertifiedRockStar.com Spectacle Photography (All Show/Website Photos) – www.spectaclephoto.com  Jeffrey Todd "JT" Keel (All Show Music) - https://www.facebook.com/jtkeel

In this episode, we talk with BRIAN FANZO, the founder & CEO of iSocialFanz…a huge social influencer, change agent, technology evangelist, prolific podcaster, conference emcee and Millennial keynote speaker.   THOUGHT#1 "Raise your hand faster than anyone else."   THOUGHT #2 "If the goal is survival, you've already lost."   CONNECT: Website: www.iSocialFanz.com Speaker Website: www.brainfanzo.com  Twitter: @iSocialFanz Instagram: iSocialFanz Podcasts: FOMOFans Just Try This (w/ Amy Landino) S.M.A.C. Talk   BRAND & RESOURCE MENTIONS: Alan Schaefer - www.bandingpeopletogether.com  CHART (Council of Hotel & Restaurant Trainers) – www.chart.org The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – www.franklincovey.com Cannonball Kids cancer – www.CannonballKidscancer.org Keppler Speakers - www.KepplerSpeakers.com Certified Rock Star - www.CertifiedRockStar.com Spectacle Photography (All Show/Website Photos) – www.spectaclephoto.com Jeffrey Todd "JT" Keel (All Show Music) - https://www.facebook.com/jtkeel

In this episode, we talk with LAURA GASSNER OTTING, best-selling author with her book, Limitless, and motivational keynote speaker…helping audiences find their voice and generate the confidence needed to tackle larger-than-life challenges, via new ways of leading and mentoring others.   THOUGHT #1 "You're just not that important."   THOUGHT #2 "Being pulled towards your values will beat pushing your hardest every time."   CONNECT: Website: heyLGO.com Twitter: @heyLGO Instagram: heyLGO Books:      Limitless - https://lauragassnerotting.com/shop     Mission Driven: Moving from Profit to Purpose (via amazon)   BRAND & RESOURCE MENTIONS: CHART (Council of Hotel & Restaurant Trainers) – chart.org AmeriCorps - https://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps Franklin-Covey – franklincovey.com Poi Dog Pondering - http://www.platetectonicmusic.com Kintsugi (Japanese pottery technique) – wikipedia.org/wiki/Kintsugi Cannonball Kids cancer – CannonballKidscancer.org Keppler Speakers - KepplerSpeakers.com Certified Rock Star - CertifiedRockStar.com Spectacle Photography (All Show/Website Photos) – spectaclephoto.com Jeffrey Todd "JT" Keel (All Show Music) - https://www.facebook.com/jtkeel

In this episode, we talk with BRETT CULP, acclaimed filmmaker & keynote speaker, who has inspired audiences around the world with his documentaries and positive messaging.   THOUGHT #1 "Everyday Leadership changes the world - that we all have power to make an impact, that the small things are the big things, that everyone matters."   THOUGHT #2 "You don't have to wait to hit rock bottom; raise the floor."   CONNECT: Website: BrettCulp.com Twitter: @brettculp Instagram: @brettculpfilms Documentaries (via amazon Prime or Hulu):       Legends of the Knight       Look to the Sky  Podcast: Being an EveryDay Hero (via iTunes and Android)   BRAND & RESOURCE MENTIONS:  Brene Brown, The Call to Courage (Netflix special) Jim Trick, Life Coach - JimTrick.com Proverbs 18  Cannonball Kids cancer – CannonballKidscancer.org Keppler Speakers - KepplerSpeakers.com Certified Rock Star - CertifiedRockStar.com Spectacle Photography (All Show/Website Photos) – spectaclephoto.com Jeffrey Todd "JT" Keel (All Show Music) - https://www.facebook.com/jtkeel

In this episode, we talk with ANGELA RAUB, the CEO of Leadercast, which is the global pioneer in leadership development, delivering incredible in-person events and digital platforms.   THOUGHT #1 "Live your life with a Servants Heart; one day you may have to ask others for help."   THOUGHT #2 "Accept your weakness so you know who to ask for help."   CONNECT: Website: Leadercast.com Twitter: @AngelaRaub Linked-In: linkedin.com/in/angela-raub Event: Leadercast Women – Oct 18, 2019   BRAND & RESOURCE MENTIONS: Banding People Together (Alan Schaefer) – bandingpeopletogether.com Don Clifton (Strengths-based Leadership) – https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com Marcus Buckingham (Gallup) – marcusbuckingham.com First, Break All the Rules Now, Discover Your Strengths Nick Sarillo (Nick's Pizza & Pub) – nickspizzapub.com Randy Ross (Remarkable!) – drrandyross.com Brandon Hill – @speaktothegeek Molly Fletcher – mollyfletcher.com Kat Cole (Focus Brands) – @KatColeATL Carey Lohrenz – careylohrenz.com Andy Stanley – @andystanley Cannonball Kids cancer – CannonballKidscancer.org Keppler Speakers - KepplerSpeakers.com Certified Rock Star - CertifiedRockStar.com Spectacle Photography (All Show/Website Photos) – spectaclephoto.com Jeffrey Todd "JT" Keel (All Show Music) - https://www.facebook.com/jtkeel