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1349: Kinetic Marketing Communication: Break Through Marketing Challenges and Crush Your Marketing Goals Like a Pro with Multi-Channel Strategist Katie Gray
It’s frustrating to put energy into campaigns that just don’t land, especially when everyone seems to be shouting louder than the next brand. You try all the formulas, follow the trends, and still feel like you're missing something. There’s a difference between being seen and being understood, and most marketing misses that. Real connection isn’t flashy—it’s honest, clear, and built on actually knowing who you're talking to.
Katie Gray, founder of Kinetic Marketing Communications, shares how smart strategy—not just flashy campaigns—drives business growth. She breaks down common marketing mistakes like chasing trends without a plan or failing to align messaging with business goals. Her firm connects expert talent with companies needing focused solutions, not one-size-fits-all approaches. She emphasizes that effective marketing starts with clarity, collaboration, and the right people. Her insights cut through the noise and get to what actually moves the needle. Stay tuned!
Resources:
- Marketing that moves | Kinetic Marketing Communications
- Kinetic Marketing Communications, LLC
- Connect with Katie Gray on LinkedIn
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1348: ElevatedTechnologies: Job Stacking Secrets to Scale Your Remote Income with Delaney William
The old promises of job security and steady raises don’t hold up like they used to. People are putting in more hours than ever, yet barely keeping pace with rising costs and constant uncertainty. It’s no wonder so many are questioning whether the traditional career route is even worth it anymore. The thought of building something on your own terms—without being tied to a desk—feels less like a fantasy and more like a necessary shift.
Delaney William is the founder of ElevatedTechnologies, where he helps professionals land multiple remote roles through smart resume tactics and time management. With a background in product management and healthcare, he focuses on navigating today’s AI-driven job market. Today, he discusses how job stacking can boost income without burning out. He shares strategies for balancing workloads, tailoring resumes for ATS systems, and spotting legit remote opportunities. His approach is all about working smarter, not harder, in a changing career landscape. Stay tuned!
Resources:
- Land your next remote job(s) with AI.
- Follow Delaney William on Facebook
- Connect with Delaney William on LinkedIn
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1347: 3degrees Social: Build a Powerful LinkedIn Network in Minutes with LinkedIn Strategist and Business Coach Andy Gwynn
So many business owners pour time and money into marketing that doesn’t move the needle. Between shouting into the void on social media and chasing leads that go nowhere, it’s exhausting. People crave real connections, but most strategies focus on volume instead of value. Sometimes the smartest move isn’t doing more—it’s doing things differently, with intention and the right relationships.
Andy Gwynn is a LinkedIn strategist and business coach helping professionals turn their profiles into lead-generating tools. With over 15 years of experience, he teaches smart networking tactics that replace cold calls with warm conversations. Today, Andy breaks down how to build a standout profile, automate outreach, and engage effectively without sounding salesy. He emphasizes consistency, relevance, and the power of following up. His systems are designed for business owners who want real results from LinkedIn without wasting time. Stay tuned!
Resources:
- A 3-Step Framework To FINALLY Create Consistent Leads on LinkedIn WITHOUT Paid Ads or Sales Nav...
- Struggling to grow your LinkedIn Network? Get more clients from LinkedIn.
- Follow Andy Gwynn on Facebook
- Connect with Andy Gwynn on LinkedIn
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1346: Design a Workplace People Love Showing Up To with Leadership Coach Devin C. Hughes
It’s easy for work to turn into a cycle of tasks and meetings that feel more draining than productive. Over time, that spark people once had dims, and the energy in the room starts to shift from engaged to just “getting through the day.” When there’s no real connection or sense of meaning, even the most talented teams start to disengage. A job should offer more than stability—it should feel like a place where people actually want to show up.
Devin C. Hughes is a leadership speaker and culture strategist who helps companies build more connected, engaged teams. With over 20 books and years of corporate experience, he focuses on solving issues like burnout, low morale, and generational gaps in the workplace. Today, Devin highlights how real connection—not just perks—drives employee engagement. He shares simple, people-first strategies leaders can use to improve communication and collaboration. His message: culture isn't built in the boardroom—it’s shaped in everyday interactions. Stay tuned!
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1345: Life in Bloom: How to Fix Company Culture and Stopping Negativity to Boost Team Performance with Corporate Skills Behavioral Coach Debbie Longo
Toxic culture doesn’t always show up with warning signs—it can creep in slowly, through unchecked gossip, lack of accountability, or subtle disrespect. Over time, even high-performing teams start to fray at the edges, with morale dropping and turnover quietly rising. The energy that once drove growth gets replaced with tension and mistrust, and suddenly the business feels heavy. It’s not always about strategy or systems—sometimes it’s the atmosphere that’s quietly pulling everything apart.
Debbie Longo is a corporate behavior coach with over two decades of experience helping leaders fix toxic work environments. She focuses on identifying and removing negative behaviors that quietly erode team morale and productivity. Toda, Debbie discusses how unchecked attitudes spread and hurt performance across entire organizations. She stresses that ignoring these patterns can kill profits and even sink a business. Her strategies are direct, practical, and built for real workplace results. Stay tuned!
Resources:
- Unlock Your Team's Potential | Transform Skills and Behaviors for Workplace Success
- Subscribe to Debbie Longo on YouTube
- Follow Debbie Longo on Facebook
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1344: Focus.ceo: Crush Your Goals Faster by Doubling Your Productivity in 25 Minutes with Coach-Speaker-Host-Actor David Wood
Getting caught up in the whirlwind of daily tasks is easy, jumping from one project to the next, only to realize that nothing is really getting done. This scattered approach often leads to a sense of frustration, where even a full day of work feels like it’s been wasted. When you’re constantly shifting gears, it becomes harder to focus on the things that really matter and move the needle forward. In the end, it’s not about how many things you can juggle, but about being able to zero in on what truly drives progress.
David Wood, a high-performance coach, entrepreneur, speaker and actor, helps executives and entrepreneurs achieve extraordinary results. After creating the world’s largest coaching business, he now focuses on productivity strategies, including his “gamification” method for goal-setting and time management. David emphasizes breaking tasks into focused intervals to combat procrastination and boost productivity. He shares how this approach turns work into a more engaging and manageable process. His unique coaching experience, including work with prison inmates, reflects his versatile approach to personal development. Stay tuned!
Resources:
- Double your focus, Double your revenue.
- 5 Steps to Double Revenue
- DAVID IAN WOOD | Actor . Speaker . Host
- Follow David Wood on Facebook
- Connect with David Wood on LinkedIn
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1343: Boost Your Professional Brand in 30 Days by Marketing Yourself: The Ultimate Career Guide with Career Success Coach Sarah Makris
There’s a quiet frustration that builds when you’ve spent decades honing your skills, only to feel like you’re being overlooked just when you have the most to offer. It’s not always about talent or dedication—sometimes the system just stops paying attention after a certain age. That sense of invisibility can feel disorienting, especially when new paths seem uncertain and old ones are closing off. It’s a hard truth many professionals over 50 face, and it forces a kind of reflection that can be both scary and clarifying.
Sarah Makris is an executive coach and branding strategist who helps professionals make the leap from corporate jobs to business ownership. With a background in corporate communications, she now teaches clients how to build strong personal brands through her "Shine" program and Career Success Coach podcast. She focuses on clarity, visibility, and consistent messaging to attract the right clients. Today, she covers how to speak your audience’s language, push past fear of self-promotion, and stay consistent in your outreach. Stay tuned!
Resources:
- Are you ready to take back control of your career?
- Subscribe to Sarah Makris on YouTube
- Follow Sarah Makris on Facebook
- Connect with Sarah Makris on LinkedIn
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1342: Managing Annoying People: Solving Everyday Challenges with Bold Ideas and a Sense of Humor and the Ultimate Solution for Home Cooks Ilean-Pan with Ilene Marcus
It’s frustrating to pour energy into your work and relationships only to feel like you’re getting nowhere. Sometimes it’s not about pushing harder or adding more to your plate, but about stepping back and really seeing what’s going on inside you—and around you. Most people race through life without ever stopping to understand the patterns that keep them stuck. Real change often starts when you finally slow down enough to notice what’s been driving you all along.
Ilene Marcus is an entrepreneur, author, and problem solver with a sharp eye for innovation. She created the Ilean pan, a sloped cooking surface that lets you cook multiple ingredients at different temperatures. Ilene also wrote Managing Annoying People and has deep experience in leadership and consulting. Today, she shares how smart product design, clear decision-making, and strong relationships drive lasting business success. Stay tuned!
Resources:
- Clear Decisions. Better Reactions, Especially to Annoying People —Starting with You
- Follow Ilene Marcus on Facebook
- Connect with Ilene Marcus on LinkedIn
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1341: From Business Pro to Youth Advocate: Changing Lives One Child at a Time with Entrepreneur and Bestselling Author Sharyn Abbott
It’s heartbreaking to think about kids with no safe place to sleep while the world moves on around them. Every night, thousands of young people are left to figure out survival on their own, often with no one to turn to. It’s not just about homelessness—it’s about lost potential, broken trust, and futures slipping away before they even start. When communities come together, though, even small actions can begin to turn that tide and give these kids a real shot at something better.
Sharyn Abbott is an entrepreneur with decades of experience in businesses like graphic design, travel, and training. A former guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show, she’s known for helping people build better businesses and lives. She also writes children's books and advocates for community causes through her platform, Ultimate Business Univ. Today, Sharyn talks about tackling youth homelessness, focusing on building safe spaces and helping kids break free from poverty. Stay tuned!
Resources:
- The Ultimate Business University
- Follow Sharyn Abbott on Facebook
- Connect with Sharyn Abbott on LinkedIn
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1340: IRA Financial: Maximize Your Wealth with Self-Directed IRAs with Retirement Expert Adam Bergman
A lot of people pour years into building retirement accounts, only to feel trapped by choices that don’t really move the needle. Watching the market swing up and down can feel like handing your future over to chance. The idea of taking real control sounds risky at first, but it also feels like the only real way to build something solid. There’s something powerful about stepping outside the typical system and making your money work for you in ways most people never even consider.
Adam Bergman shares how self-directed IRAs are changing the future of retirement investing. He explains how individuals can use these accounts to invest in real estate, private companies, and even crypto while keeping tax benefits intact. Adam emphasizes that entrepreneurs can tap into retirement funds to fuel their own businesses without penalties. He also broke down the often-overlooked power of compound returns in building lasting wealth. Stay tuned!
Resources:
- Self-directing has never been easier | The smart way to invest your IRA or 401(k) in alternative assets.
- Subscribe to IRA Financial on YouTube
- Follow Adam Bergman on Facebook
- Connect with Adam Bergman on LinkedIn
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