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Communication is always key, no matter what industry you’re in. But communication is not just about having the right bullet points; it’s about having empathy. Having that Feel aspect is vital to get your message across deeper. That is what today’s guest, Deirdre Breakenridge, expounds on together with host Tony Martignetti. Deirdre is CEO of Pure Performance Communications, a media trainer, LinkedIn instructor, author, and FEEL Coach. She discusses the FEEL Model and the importance of injecting …

People often forget that you don't have to start a business from the ground up. You can easily just buy one and grow it yourself. This is what language translation expert Wendy Pease did. Wendy is the Founder and President of Rapport International. They provide professional translation and interpreting services that serve global and local brands. Join your host Tony Martignetti and his guest Wendy Pease on how she found the language of business. Learn how she jumped all over the place from job t…

You should know that you might've been raised on an ivory tower, more fortunate than most kids. You shouldn't see yourself as superior to them. You have to understand their situation and culture. Stop the labeling and just be at peace with yourself. Make sense of all the chaos around you so that you can understand your position in the world. Join your host, Tony Martignetti, and his guest, Kristin Van Busum, on how to find inner peace. Kristin is the Founder and CEO of Project Alianza, a social …

Developing your own work culture where you can develop people, as their boss, is the goal. This is why Praveen Tipirneni took the job as CEO of Morphic Therapeutic. He took the job because he took a leap of faith. He wanted to navigate through his employees by giving them humanity. He can only do that by being a leader. Praveen has been working in the science field for a long time, and he knew he was ready for all the challenges. Join your host, Tony Martignetti, and his guest Praveen Tipirneni …

How do you use your experiences of failure as stepping stones to success? Learn to value them and recognize them for what they are. Failure is the growth process you need to mature your way to success. Tony Martignetti’s guest today is Paula Ragan, the Founder and CEO of X4 Pharmaceuticals, a clinical-stage and product-focused oncology company. Paula talks with Tony about her journey into entrepreneurship and the flashpoints that eventually led to founding X4 Pharmaceuticals. She faced challenge…

What’s the most powerful type of leadership? It’s to lead from behind. The show’s guest today is Kelly Wendorf, an ICF Master Certified Coach and Founder of EQUUS. Kelly talks with Tony Martignetti how leading from behind is the emotional, psychic, and spiritual position you take to push others out so they can shine! Kelly also shares her passion for horses. Join in the conversation to learn more about how horses are perfect examples of leading from behind. In fact, horses are the inspiration fo…

What is the secret to sustaining a successful lifestyle? It’s fighting daily distractions to get a hold of your life. Tony Martignetti’s guest in this episode is Mark Silverman, host of the Mastering Midlife podcast and author of Only 10s: Using Distraction to Get The Right Things Done. Mark shares with Tony his story of pursuing a career in coaching and how he built a successful and sustainable lifestyle from it. You can start creating your life today. Regardless of the limitations you feel you…

Life is a mystery, and we all know that we don’t get everything we want and things don’t go as planned. If there’s a twist and turn, you don’t have to dwell in it negatively. What can you do to the thing that didn’t work out? Will you wallow in despair or overcome it? Don’t hold yourself back. Use those to rise and become the best version of yourself. Think of your health and wellness and listen to Paula Rizzo’s deep insights on the value of change and the power of embracing the unknown when lif…

There is so much stigma surrounding mental health, especially when it comes to suicide and suicide ideation. Instead of helping them and the whole suicide prevention initiative, it puts shame on people who are struggling. Fortunately, there are people out there who are willing to share their stories and encourage others to do the same. One of those people is today’s guest, Ann Brennan, CEO of ASMM Digital Marketing. Along with her son Ethan, she co-founded Burgers & Bands For Suicide Prevention,…

Embrace your inner rebel. Learn how to carve your own path to success. Franziska Iseli did just that. Like a rebel, she started her own company and even rode a motorbike from Switzerland to Kazakhstan for the cultural experience. Franziska is the co-founder of Basic Bananas. They are a marketing mentoring organization that provides market training for people. She is also the author of her latest book being, The Courage Map.  Learn why having courage and the right mindset is important. Listen to …