Business https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/topic/entrepreneurship/ Made in God's Image To Have a Strong Body, Mind, and Spirit. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 en-US © 2026 Strong By Design Podcast Made in God's Image To Have a Strong Body, Mind, and Spirit. Strong By Design Podcast Made in God's Image To Have a Strong Body, Mind, and Spirit. Strong By Design Podcast rtsilefy+sbdpod@gmail.com false rtsilefy+sbdpod@gmail.com Made in God's Image To Have a Strong Body, Mind, and Spirit. No yes 4536311d-425b-5aec-b1b5-cc285058717b https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Ep 335 The 5 C’s of Credibility ft. John Streitmatter https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-335-the-5-cs-of-credibility-ft-john-streitmatter/ Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-335-the-5-cs-of-credibility-ft-john-streitmatter/ On this episode of the Strong By Design Podcast, Jared and John discuss the 5 C's of credibility. How are we valued as ‘credible’ in a space of leadership? Is this an area that we can develop?

The reality is, in order to be an effective leader, you have to be able to shape your credibility with those around you. Listen today as John gives insight into what this can look like practically for you. 

John R. Streitmatter, MBA, is a Director at the Leadership Research Institute (LRI).  He serves as an executive coach, trusted strategic advisor, and facilitator to leaders to enable them to clearly articulate a future vision and strategy, and then engage their followers to achieve it.  John is known for his ability to synthesize discussion to the essence and integrate seemingly disparate data and points of view together into agreement and action.

 

"It takes a long time to build up a good credibility balance. It can take a few poorly taken, poorly thought out steps to wipe out lots and lots of your credibility balance." - John Streitmatter

 

 

Time Stamps  

01:02 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

1:51 - Get to know today's special guest, John Streitmatter

4:00 - The leadership transition: John recounts his journey to 'Leadership Research Institute'

7:40 - The currency of Leadership and influence: The importance of Credibility

11:29 - Discover the Three things of 'Credibility Bank Account Balance'

14:30 - Understanding the asymmetrical risk of Credibility

18:56 - What makes people follow people: The 5 C's of Credibility explained

23:57 - Managerial and Technical Competence: The importance of knowing your GOAL

31:38 - 'Composure of Credibility': How to respond to situations rather than reacting to situations   41:55 - John on how to determine whether someone has credibility

44:40 - Be fully Present: The importance of validating someone's feeling 

 48:24 - 'Character of Credibility': Do your behaviors reflect your stative beliefs and values?

56:04 - John talks about how your shift is determined by your performance, not your seniority

1:02:58 - John gives a challenge to the listeners 

1:03:39 - Discover the BEST way to be Courageous

1:07:35 - 'Care for People': Treating everybody with respect and dignity

1:15:19 - Understanding the relationship between 'Professional care for people' and 'Managerial competence'

1:18:39 - Where you can go to connect with John Streitmatter and learn more about Leadership

 

Resources:

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]]> On this episode of the Strong By Design Podcast, Jared and John discuss the 5 C's of credibility. How are we valued as ‘credible’ in a space of leadership? Is this an area that we can develop?

The reality is, in order to be an effective leader, you have to be able to shape your credibility with those around you. Listen today as John gives insight into what this can look like practically for you. 

John R. Streitmatter, MBA, is a Director at the Leadership Research Institute (LRI).  He serves as an executive coach, trusted strategic advisor, and facilitator to leaders to enable them to clearly articulate a future vision and strategy, and then engage their followers to achieve it.  John is known for his ability to synthesize discussion to the essence and integrate seemingly disparate data and points of view together into agreement and action.

 

"It takes a long time to build up a good credibility balance. It can take a few poorly taken, poorly thought out steps to wipe out lots and lots of your credibility balance." - John Streitmatter

 

 

Time Stamps  

01:02 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

1:51 - Get to know today's special guest, John Streitmatter

4:00 - The leadership transition: John recounts his journey to 'Leadership Research Institute'

7:40 - The currency of Leadership and influence: The importance of Credibility

11:29 - Discover the Three things of 'Credibility Bank Account Balance'

14:30 - Understanding the asymmetrical risk of Credibility

18:56 - What makes people follow people: The 5 C's of Credibility explained

23:57 - Managerial and Technical Competence: The importance of knowing your GOAL

31:38 - 'Composure of Credibility': How to respond to situations rather than reacting to situations   41:55 - John on how to determine whether someone has credibility

44:40 - Be fully Present: The importance of validating someone's feeling 

 48:24 - 'Character of Credibility': Do your behaviors reflect your stative beliefs and values?

56:04 - John talks about how your shift is determined by your performance, not your seniority

1:02:58 - John gives a challenge to the listeners 

1:03:39 - Discover the BEST way to be Courageous

1:07:35 - 'Care for People': Treating everybody with respect and dignity

1:15:19 - Understanding the relationship between 'Professional care for people' and 'Managerial competence'

1:18:39 - Where you can go to connect with John Streitmatter and learn more about Leadership

 

Resources:

 Connect w/ John: 

Connect w/ CriticalBench: 

 

]]> https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/335_Podcast_Episode_Template-featured.png Ep 335 The 5 C’s of Credibility ft. John Streitmatter false no 01:20:15 No no Ep 333 Tap Into Your Potential ft. Dr. Sabrina Starling https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-333-tap-into-your-potential-ft-dr-sabrina-starling/ Wed, 10 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-333-tap-into-your-potential-ft-dr-sabrina-starling/ Frustrated with your employees or team members? Tired of hiring people who don’t show up and fully tap into their potential? 

 

Our guest today on Strong By Design can change that for you in 2024 and beyond!

If you're being honest, most businesses face hiring challenges and get stuck in the same hiring / firing cycle over and over again with the same underperformers, suffocating their business and the ability to tap into their full potential.

Never one to accept status quo or back down from a challenge, Dr. Sabrina Starling’s ‘How To Hire The Best’ series grew from her desire to solve the toughest hiring challenges interfering with her client's growth and profitability.

This is a CAN’T MISS episode for business leaders looking to take their team to the next level!

 

"They didn't have a work-life balance problem, they had a lack of good employees’ problem." - Dr. Sabrina Starling

 

Time Stamps  

1:20 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 4:34 - Get to know today's special guest, Dr. Sabrina Starling 6:53 - Dr. Sabrina talks about her podcast 'Profit by Design' 10:44 - The creation of her book 'How to Hire the Best' and discover how to know you've hired the right person 17:56 - The importance of establishing your CORE VALUES 22:50 - Dr. Sabrina shares her tips on how to identify your company's core values 31:40 - The power of 'Camaraderie': Why you deserve to be in a good workplace culture 37:20 - The 'Aha' moment: What is an A++ Player? 43:44 - Find out what is 'The Pumpkin Plan' 48:33 - Dr. Sabrina shares a hopeful testimonial of business owners she worked with 51:03 - Where you can go to connect with Dr. Sabrina Starling and get her books

 

Resources:

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]]> Frustrated with your employees or team members? Tired of hiring people who don’t show up and fully tap into their potential? 

 

Our guest today on Strong By Design can change that for you in 2024 and beyond!

If you're being honest, most businesses face hiring challenges and get stuck in the same hiring / firing cycle over and over again with the same underperformers, suffocating their business and the ability to tap into their full potential.

Never one to accept status quo or back down from a challenge, Dr. Sabrina Starling’s ‘How To Hire The Best’ series grew from her desire to solve the toughest hiring challenges interfering with her client's growth and profitability.

This is a CAN’T MISS episode for business leaders looking to take their team to the next level!

 

"They didn't have a work-life balance problem, they had a lack of good employees’ problem." - Dr. Sabrina Starling

 

Time Stamps  

1:20 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 4:34 - Get to know today's special guest, Dr. Sabrina Starling 6:53 - Dr. Sabrina talks about her podcast 'Profit by Design' 10:44 - The creation of her book 'How to Hire the Best' and discover how to know you've hired the right person 17:56 - The importance of establishing your CORE VALUES 22:50 - Dr. Sabrina shares her tips on how to identify your company's core values 31:40 - The power of 'Camaraderie': Why you deserve to be in a good workplace culture 37:20 - The 'Aha' moment: What is an A++ Player? 43:44 - Find out what is 'The Pumpkin Plan' 48:33 - Dr. Sabrina shares a hopeful testimonial of business owners she worked with 51:03 - Where you can go to connect with Dr. Sabrina Starling and get her books

 

Resources:

Connect w/ Dr. Sabrina:

Connect w/ CriticalBench: 

]]> https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/333_Podcast_Episode_Template-featured.png Ep 333 Tap Into Your Potential ft. Dr. Sabrina Starling false no 53:12 No no Ep 313 The Power of Progress – Mindset, Motion & Momentum ft. Scott Friedman https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-313-the-power-of-progress-mindset-motion-momentum-ft-scott-friedman/ Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-313-the-power-of-progress-mindset-motion-momentum-ft-scott-friedman/  

“Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.”  -Thomas Jefferson.

Mindset can be a deal breaker or a deal maker when it comes to achieving your fitness goals. In fact, it’s the key to unlocking your health and fitness goals.

As our guest today mentions on his website: Over 70% of the U.S population is either overweight or obese. Every day we see the newest ‘secrets,’ fads, diets, and quick fixes. We see thousands of ways to improve our fitness and it becomes overwhelming.

It’s apparent that progress can seem nearly impossible to attain if your mind’s not right! Today on the Strong By Design podcast, Scott Friedman speaks about how the right mindset creates motion and momentum in your life!

"You're never going to be completely sure of everything that you do, but as long as you've trained yourself to overcome those little rationalizations you can do a lot with that." - Scott Friedman

 

Time Stamps  

01:01 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

3:15 - Get to know today's special guest, Scott Friedman

5:44 - Scott recounts how his passion fueled him to start his fitness career

13:45 - Taming negative thoughts: How do you overcome the 'little voice' in your head?

20:06 - The 3 M's: What is it and why it's okay to fall off the bandwagon?

32:33 - Scott talks about his pet peeves in the fitness industry

38:54 - From goal-oriented to process-oriented: Changing the way you live your life

44:00 - Nutrition baseline: Why tracking what you eat matters

50:49 - Scott shares what's new for him this 2024

59:04 - The Under Dog: Discover his journey to idolizing Tom Brady

1:02:00 - Where can you go to connect with Scott Friedman

 

 

Resources:

 

Connect w/ Scott:

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:

 

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“Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.”  -Thomas Jefferson.

Mindset can be a deal breaker or a deal maker when it comes to achieving your fitness goals. In fact, it’s the key to unlocking your health and fitness goals.

As our guest today mentions on his website: Over 70% of the U.S population is either overweight or obese. Every day we see the newest ‘secrets,’ fads, diets, and quick fixes. We see thousands of ways to improve our fitness and it becomes overwhelming.

It’s apparent that progress can seem nearly impossible to attain if your mind’s not right! Today on the Strong By Design podcast, Scott Friedman speaks about how the right mindset creates motion and momentum in your life!

"You're never going to be completely sure of everything that you do, but as long as you've trained yourself to overcome those little rationalizations you can do a lot with that." - Scott Friedman

 

Time Stamps  

01:01 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

3:15 - Get to know today's special guest, Scott Friedman

5:44 - Scott recounts how his passion fueled him to start his fitness career

13:45 - Taming negative thoughts: How do you overcome the 'little voice' in your head?

20:06 - The 3 M's: What is it and why it's okay to fall off the bandwagon?

32:33 - Scott talks about his pet peeves in the fitness industry

38:54 - From goal-oriented to process-oriented: Changing the way you live your life

44:00 - Nutrition baseline: Why tracking what you eat matters

50:49 - Scott shares what's new for him this 2024

59:04 - The Under Dog: Discover his journey to idolizing Tom Brady

1:02:00 - Where can you go to connect with Scott Friedman

 

 

Resources:

 

Connect w/ Scott:

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:

 

]]> https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/313_Podcast_Episode_Template-20231030-l8v3vo4kdy-featured.png Ep 313 The Power of Progress – Mindset, Motion & Momentum ft. Scott Friedman false no 01:05:15 No no Ep 312 Cutting Edge Education – Global Pathways for Success ft. Jennifer Williams https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-312-cutting-edge-education-global-pathways-for-success-ft-jennifer-williams/ Wed, 25 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-312-cutting-edge-education-global-pathways-for-success-ft-jennifer-williams/ Jennifer Williams is a distinguished US Navy Veteran, an esteemed international speaker, and a fervent advocate for global education. 

With an unwavering commitment to fostering tailored learning experiences, Jennifer champions the development of blended learning programs that cater to the unique needs of individual students, nurturing their academic success within a supportive environment.

At the forefront of Jennifer's mission is empowering individuals to discover their ideal career paths, both domestically and internationally. In early 2022, she embarked on the establishment of GPS (Global Pathways for Success). 

This groundbreaking initiative offers access to over 65+ career tracks and 50+ pathways, equipping students with more than 100 certifications across various industries. Jennifer's vision is to train and support students and adults worldwide in finding fulfilling careers they are passionate about. While GPS currently focuses on Career and Technical Education (CTE), the ultimate goal is to expand its reach to include an international K-12 school.

 

“Social emotional learning is important. You're not gonna like everybody that you work with in the future and they are not gonna like you... and that's okay." - Jennifer Williams

 

Time Stamps  

00:27 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

00:58- Get to know today's special guest, Jennifer Williams

1:45 - Unlocking opportunities: What is the 'Global Pathways' Academy?

3:00 - Discover how the 'Career Discovery' courses guide the passive seekers

8:00 - The 'Aha!' moment:  Jennifer on what inspired her to launch an online school

10:35 - Jennifer reveals the secrets to keeping students engaged in digital learning

14:00 - Beyond the books: Redefining education through life skills, critical thinking and social-emotional learning

17:38 - How 'Global Pathways' addresses the issue of limited access to technology and the internet

20:16 - Jennifer talks about how 'Global Pathways' raises funds for scholarships and teachers

24:18 - Empowering minds, everywhere: 'Global Pathways' mission in online curriculum 29:16 - 'Global Pathways' teaching positions: Where to apply and make an impact

31:39 - Online education and socialization: How to keep your child connected

33:51 - Cyberbullying: What is it and why is it vital to educate students about internet safety

36:02 - How 'Global Pathways' defines and measures student success

39:39 - Into the future: What's next for 'Global Pathways' and where you can go to connect with Jennifer Williams

 

 

Resources:

Connect w/ Jennifer:

Connect w/ CriticalBench: 

]]> Jennifer Williams is a distinguished US Navy Veteran, an esteemed international speaker, and a fervent advocate for global education. 

With an unwavering commitment to fostering tailored learning experiences, Jennifer champions the development of blended learning programs that cater to the unique needs of individual students, nurturing their academic success within a supportive environment.

At the forefront of Jennifer's mission is empowering individuals to discover their ideal career paths, both domestically and internationally. In early 2022, she embarked on the establishment of GPS (Global Pathways for Success). 

This groundbreaking initiative offers access to over 65+ career tracks and 50+ pathways, equipping students with more than 100 certifications across various industries. Jennifer's vision is to train and support students and adults worldwide in finding fulfilling careers they are passionate about. While GPS currently focuses on Career and Technical Education (CTE), the ultimate goal is to expand its reach to include an international K-12 school.

 

“Social emotional learning is important. You're not gonna like everybody that you work with in the future and they are not gonna like you... and that's okay." - Jennifer Williams

 

Time Stamps  

00:27 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

00:58- Get to know today's special guest, Jennifer Williams

1:45 - Unlocking opportunities: What is the 'Global Pathways' Academy?

3:00 - Discover how the 'Career Discovery' courses guide the passive seekers

8:00 - The 'Aha!' moment:  Jennifer on what inspired her to launch an online school

10:35 - Jennifer reveals the secrets to keeping students engaged in digital learning

14:00 - Beyond the books: Redefining education through life skills, critical thinking and social-emotional learning

17:38 - How 'Global Pathways' addresses the issue of limited access to technology and the internet

20:16 - Jennifer talks about how 'Global Pathways' raises funds for scholarships and teachers

24:18 - Empowering minds, everywhere: 'Global Pathways' mission in online curriculum 29:16 - 'Global Pathways' teaching positions: Where to apply and make an impact

31:39 - Online education and socialization: How to keep your child connected

33:51 - Cyberbullying: What is it and why is it vital to educate students about internet safety

36:02 - How 'Global Pathways' defines and measures student success

39:39 - Into the future: What's next for 'Global Pathways' and where you can go to connect with Jennifer Williams

 

 

Resources:

Connect w/ Jennifer:

Connect w/ CriticalBench: 

]]> https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/312_Podcast_Episode_Template-20231023-soir56rprd-featured.png Ep 312 Cutting Edge Education – Global Pathways for Success ft. Jennifer Williams false no 45:49 No no Ep 308 Home is Where the Heart Is ft. Tammi Casagni https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-308-home-is-where-the-heart-is-ft-tammi-casagni/ Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-308-home-is-where-the-heart-is-ft-tammi-casagni/ Step into the world of hope and transformation with the engaging story of Tammi Casagni from Dawning Family Services (DFS). Join us in a riveting podcast that uncovers the heartwarming journey of DFS, a non-profit organization that has been a beacon of light for homeless families in Tampa Bay since 1981.

In this captivating episode, Tammi reveals DFS's unwavering mission: to reach out to families with children facing the dire grip of housing instability or homelessness. Get ready to be inspired as we delve into how DFS not only provides support but also crafts a path towards safe and stable homes, nurturing a brighter future for those in need.

From heartwarming anecdotes to powerful success stories, Tammi shares how DFS's commitment to embracing diverse families truly makes a difference. Discover how this organization goes above and beyond, catering to families who often slip through the cracks of traditional support systems. The podcast unveils the poignant role DFS plays in preventing the heart-wrenching trauma of separation that plagues too many families.

Do not miss this chance to hear the empowering story behind Dawning Family Services. Tune in now and be part of the change that brings hope, stability, and a brighter future to families in need.

 

“The wages that people are making is just not enough to cover their basic needs." -- Tammi Casagni

 

Time Stamps  

00:50 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast   1:19 - Get to know today's special guest, Tammi Casagni, CEO of ‘Dawning Family Services’   2:58 – Tammi talks about ‘Dawning Family Services’ and its mission to end homelessness, one family at a time   5:45 - The stigma of homelessness: The FEAR of exposing the secret   9:00 - Discover the company’s four pillars of service and what is it for   19:39 – Identifying the factors contributing to the homelessness crisis   23:55 - How ‘Dawning Family Services’ supports families   31:30 – Tammi talks about the support systems of 'Dawning Family Services'    36:37 – Making a difference: Statistics on Dawning Family Services' community impact   39:34 - Tammi shares a striking story of one of the families they helped   45:44 - Where you can go to connect with Tammi Casagni and learn more about ‘Dawning Family Services’   48:55 – Join the movement: Host Tonya Fines gives a challenge to the people in Florida 

 

Resources:

Connect w/ Tammi at DFS:

Connect w/CriticalBench:

]]> Step into the world of hope and transformation with the engaging story of Tammi Casagni from Dawning Family Services (DFS). Join us in a riveting podcast that uncovers the heartwarming journey of DFS, a non-profit organization that has been a beacon of light for homeless families in Tampa Bay since 1981.

In this captivating episode, Tammi reveals DFS's unwavering mission: to reach out to families with children facing the dire grip of housing instability or homelessness. Get ready to be inspired as we delve into how DFS not only provides support but also crafts a path towards safe and stable homes, nurturing a brighter future for those in need.

From heartwarming anecdotes to powerful success stories, Tammi shares how DFS's commitment to embracing diverse families truly makes a difference. Discover how this organization goes above and beyond, catering to families who often slip through the cracks of traditional support systems. The podcast unveils the poignant role DFS plays in preventing the heart-wrenching trauma of separation that plagues too many families.

Do not miss this chance to hear the empowering story behind Dawning Family Services. Tune in now and be part of the change that brings hope, stability, and a brighter future to families in need.

 

“The wages that people are making is just not enough to cover their basic needs." -- Tammi Casagni

 

Time Stamps  

00:50 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast   1:19 - Get to know today's special guest, Tammi Casagni, CEO of ‘Dawning Family Services’   2:58 – Tammi talks about ‘Dawning Family Services’ and its mission to end homelessness, one family at a time   5:45 - The stigma of homelessness: The FEAR of exposing the secret   9:00 - Discover the company’s four pillars of service and what is it for   19:39 – Identifying the factors contributing to the homelessness crisis   23:55 - How ‘Dawning Family Services’ supports families   31:30 – Tammi talks about the support systems of 'Dawning Family Services'    36:37 – Making a difference: Statistics on Dawning Family Services' community impact   39:34 - Tammi shares a striking story of one of the families they helped   45:44 - Where you can go to connect with Tammi Casagni and learn more about ‘Dawning Family Services’   48:55 – Join the movement: Host Tonya Fines gives a challenge to the people in Florida 

 

Resources:

Connect w/ Tammi at DFS:

Connect w/CriticalBench:

]]> https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/308_Podcast_Episode_Template-featured.png Ep 308 Home is Where the Heart Is ft. Tammi Casagni false no 50:18 No no Ep 293 Are You Living an EPIC Life? ft. Anthony Astbury https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-293-are-you-living-an-epic-life-ft-anthony-astbury/ Wed, 28 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-293-are-you-living-an-epic-life-ft-anthony-astbury/ Would you agree that men today seem ‘detached’ from a true path in life?

Statistically men in their 30s and 40s are feeling unfulfilled, depressed, and wanting more out of life. Men are struggling to connect and express themselves to become ‘whole’ men.

Sadly, many are drifting wondering, “Is this it?”

The luxury home, sports car, expensive watch, and dream vacations are not filling the gaps. And they never will.

What we know to be true is that experiences, typically with other people, are what bring fullness, purpose and meaning to life. But where can men go for this mindset shift?

The Whole Man Academy, created by our guest today, Anthony Astbury, is a powerful network of adventurous and bold men looking to live well and live that epic life.

 

“When it comes to emotions, as men, we've not grown up with it being okay to express your emotions. That does not mean you'd go online taking pictures of yourself looking sad all the time... I think that means you finding a close strong network of men or women around you who you can say whatever you want to say." - Anthony Astbury

 

Time Stamps

1:00 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

4:24 - Get to know today's special guest, Anthony Astbury, founder of Whole Man Academy

9:21 - Why podcasting is important and powerful

13:09 - Anthony recounts his life 10 years ago and what led him to uncover the power of personal development

17:42 - How he discovered his interests in life

19:32 - Discover Anthony's journey of self-improvement and personal development and how it led him to specialize in coaching men to master their mindset

25:02 - Anthony on helping men lead their version of an epic life with 'Whole Man Academy'

27:32 - Men and emotions: Why do men take their own lives a lot more than women?

36:08 - The taste of living with the TRUTH over comfort

38:16 - Understanding the mission of 'Whole Man Academy'

42:03 - Anthony talks about his powerful 'Date with Destiny' experience

50:44 - One Day or Day One?

54:03 - The power of having men's support groups

1:00:22 - Why should you just sit down and contemplate more

1:11:41 - Where you can go to connect with Anthony Astbury and get to know more about the 'Whole Man Academy'

 

Resources: 

 

Connect w/ Anthony: 

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:  

]]> Would you agree that men today seem ‘detached’ from a true path in life?

Statistically men in their 30s and 40s are feeling unfulfilled, depressed, and wanting more out of life. Men are struggling to connect and express themselves to become ‘whole’ men.

Sadly, many are drifting wondering, “Is this it?”

The luxury home, sports car, expensive watch, and dream vacations are not filling the gaps. And they never will.

What we know to be true is that experiences, typically with other people, are what bring fullness, purpose and meaning to life. But where can men go for this mindset shift?

The Whole Man Academy, created by our guest today, Anthony Astbury, is a powerful network of adventurous and bold men looking to live well and live that epic life.

 

“When it comes to emotions, as men, we've not grown up with it being okay to express your emotions. That does not mean you'd go online taking pictures of yourself looking sad all the time... I think that means you finding a close strong network of men or women around you who you can say whatever you want to say." - Anthony Astbury

 

Time Stamps

1:00 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

4:24 - Get to know today's special guest, Anthony Astbury, founder of Whole Man Academy

9:21 - Why podcasting is important and powerful

13:09 - Anthony recounts his life 10 years ago and what led him to uncover the power of personal development

17:42 - How he discovered his interests in life

19:32 - Discover Anthony's journey of self-improvement and personal development and how it led him to specialize in coaching men to master their mindset

25:02 - Anthony on helping men lead their version of an epic life with 'Whole Man Academy'

27:32 - Men and emotions: Why do men take their own lives a lot more than women?

36:08 - The taste of living with the TRUTH over comfort

38:16 - Understanding the mission of 'Whole Man Academy'

42:03 - Anthony talks about his powerful 'Date with Destiny' experience

50:44 - One Day or Day One?

54:03 - The power of having men's support groups

1:00:22 - Why should you just sit down and contemplate more

1:11:41 - Where you can go to connect with Anthony Astbury and get to know more about the 'Whole Man Academy'

 

Resources: 

 

Connect w/ Anthony: 

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:  

]]> https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/293_Podcast_Episode_Template-featured.png Ep 293 Are You Living an EPIC Life? ft. Anthony Astbury false no 01:15:22 No no Ep 291 Busy Professionals can be Fully Present at Home Too! ft. Nicole Carver https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-291-busy-professionals-can-be-fully-present-at-home-too-ft-nicole-carver/ Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-291-busy-professionals-can-be-fully-present-at-home-too-ft-nicole-carver/ Nicole Carver is a powerhouse!  In 2012, after spending her career in roles as an executive level assistant across government and corporate settings, Nicole Carver founded Carver Concierge. She saw the desire of busy professionals to be fully present with their families as well as highly dedicated to their work. 

As a military wife, mother of three, dog mom of two rescues, and a business owner who stays highly connected in the community, Nicole enjoys her busy lifestyle and can relate to many of the challenges to maintaining life harmony that her clients face. 

With all her success you’d think she’d be ready to put her feet up and enjoy some well-deserved downtime however, Nicole has set her sights on a new, exciting project.  Join Coach Tonya today, as Nicole shares this new “passion project” with her. 

 

“It sounds like you have to say 'NO' and have to stomp your foot to have a boundary. But it's not... boundaries can be a silent thing that we implement for ourselves that you just know in your head how you are going to manage something. And I think we need a lot more practice at it." - Nicole Carver 

 

Time Stamps   

00:32– Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

1:01 - Get to know today's special guest, Nicole Carver, founder, and CEO of Carver Concierge

05:29 - Nicole talks about her new project, 'Let's Chat Lifestyle' 

8:27 - The importance of having a work-life integration 

13:30 - The power of collaborating with other women 

17:38 - 'Let's Chat Lifestyle': Who is it for? 

18:56 - How do women persist to be multi-positive? 

27:04 - Setting healthy boundaries: When to say YES and NO? 

31:54 - The importance of identifying and holding your boundaries 

41:04 - Nicole on how she came up with the idea for 'Let's Chat Lifestyle' 

44:25 - Discover the TOP 3 things that people need to acquire upon joining 'Let's Chat Lifestyle' 

47:23 - Where you can go to connect with Nicole Carver and learn more about 'Let's Chat Lifestyle' 

 

Resources: 

 

Connect w/ Nicole: 

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:  

]]> Nicole Carver is a powerhouse!  In 2012, after spending her career in roles as an executive level assistant across government and corporate settings, Nicole Carver founded Carver Concierge. She saw the desire of busy professionals to be fully present with their families as well as highly dedicated to their work. 

As a military wife, mother of three, dog mom of two rescues, and a business owner who stays highly connected in the community, Nicole enjoys her busy lifestyle and can relate to many of the challenges to maintaining life harmony that her clients face. 

With all her success you’d think she’d be ready to put her feet up and enjoy some well-deserved downtime however, Nicole has set her sights on a new, exciting project.  Join Coach Tonya today, as Nicole shares this new “passion project” with her. 

 

“It sounds like you have to say 'NO' and have to stomp your foot to have a boundary. But it's not... boundaries can be a silent thing that we implement for ourselves that you just know in your head how you are going to manage something. And I think we need a lot more practice at it." - Nicole Carver 

 

Time Stamps   

00:32– Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

1:01 - Get to know today's special guest, Nicole Carver, founder, and CEO of Carver Concierge

05:29 - Nicole talks about her new project, 'Let's Chat Lifestyle' 

8:27 - The importance of having a work-life integration 

13:30 - The power of collaborating with other women 

17:38 - 'Let's Chat Lifestyle': Who is it for? 

18:56 - How do women persist to be multi-positive? 

27:04 - Setting healthy boundaries: When to say YES and NO? 

31:54 - The importance of identifying and holding your boundaries 

41:04 - Nicole on how she came up with the idea for 'Let's Chat Lifestyle' 

44:25 - Discover the TOP 3 things that people need to acquire upon joining 'Let's Chat Lifestyle' 

47:23 - Where you can go to connect with Nicole Carver and learn more about 'Let's Chat Lifestyle' 

 

Resources: 

 

Connect w/ Nicole: 

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:  

]]> https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/291_Podcast_Episode_Template-featured.png Ep 291 Busy Professionals can be Fully Present at Home Too! ft. Nicole Carver false no 50:30 No no Ep 288 Paying It Forward One Home at a Time ft. Mary-Jane Rickles https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-288-paying-it-forward-one-home-at-a-time-ft-mary-jane-rickles/ Wed, 24 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-288-paying-it-forward-one-home-at-a-time-ft-mary-jane-rickles/ Mary-Jane Rickles has spent her career as a champion for those in need in the Tampa Bay Area.  Mary-Jane began working for LifeLink as an advocate for organ donation and played a key role in helping to save the lives of many people who were waiting for life-saving organ transplants. 

Mary-Jane has brought her passion for philanthropy into her business model for her and her husband's real estate company, Live Well Team of Tampa Bay.   

By operating from a place of corporate consciousness and consistently working to make an impact in the lives of others, Mary-Jane is building a team of philanthropic realtors with a model that is focused on always giving back and paying it forward. 

 

“At the end of the day, getting a check might feel good... But if I can take 5% of that and make a difference in the world, that makes everybody feel good." - Mary-Jane Rickles 

 

Time Stamps   

00:57 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

1:04 - Get to know today's special guest, Mary Jane Rickles 

4:41 - Mary Jane talks about how she came up with the idea for the 'Live Well Team of Tampa Bay' 

5:50 - Real Estate Reimagined: What prompted her to DONATE a portion of her commission to charities 

13:47 - Mary shares the objective of the 'Pay It Forward' event 

16:18 - Would you give a part of your earnings to charity? 

21:02 - What makes a great team member for 'Live Well'? 

26:30 - Mary shares what's next for her and the 'Live Well Team of Tampa Bay' 

31:07 - How does Real Estate work? 

32:50 - Mary recounts her clients' amusing stories about choosing a charity 

38:14 - Discover some of the exciting events coming up for 'Live Well' 

40:38 - Get in touch with Mary Jane Rickles and the rest of 'Live Well Team of Tampa Bay' 

 

 

Resources: 

 

Connect w/ Mary-Jane: 

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:  

]]> Mary-Jane Rickles has spent her career as a champion for those in need in the Tampa Bay Area.  Mary-Jane began working for LifeLink as an advocate for organ donation and played a key role in helping to save the lives of many people who were waiting for life-saving organ transplants. 

Mary-Jane has brought her passion for philanthropy into her business model for her and her husband's real estate company, Live Well Team of Tampa Bay.   

By operating from a place of corporate consciousness and consistently working to make an impact in the lives of others, Mary-Jane is building a team of philanthropic realtors with a model that is focused on always giving back and paying it forward. 

 

“At the end of the day, getting a check might feel good... But if I can take 5% of that and make a difference in the world, that makes everybody feel good." - Mary-Jane Rickles 

 

Time Stamps   

00:57 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

1:04 - Get to know today's special guest, Mary Jane Rickles 

4:41 - Mary Jane talks about how she came up with the idea for the 'Live Well Team of Tampa Bay' 

5:50 - Real Estate Reimagined: What prompted her to DONATE a portion of her commission to charities 

13:47 - Mary shares the objective of the 'Pay It Forward' event 

16:18 - Would you give a part of your earnings to charity? 

21:02 - What makes a great team member for 'Live Well'? 

26:30 - Mary shares what's next for her and the 'Live Well Team of Tampa Bay' 

31:07 - How does Real Estate work? 

32:50 - Mary recounts her clients' amusing stories about choosing a charity 

38:14 - Discover some of the exciting events coming up for 'Live Well' 

40:38 - Get in touch with Mary Jane Rickles and the rest of 'Live Well Team of Tampa Bay' 

 

 

Resources: 

 

Connect w/ Mary-Jane: 

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:  

]]> https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/288_Podcast_Episode_Template-featured.png Ep 288 Paying It Forward One Home at a Time ft. Mary-Jane Rickles false no 43:19 No no Ep 261 What Happens in Vegas… what you DO when Nobody is Looking https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-261-what-happens-in-vegas-what-you-do-when-nobody-is-looking/ Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-261-what-happens-in-vegas-what-you-do-when-nobody-is-looking/ What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.  We’ve all heard the old adage and know exactly what it means. Good, bad and anything in between will remain off the record. 

But how does this approach work in our everyday life? 

Ultimately this is awful advice for how to live your life in the real world.   

There comes a time when you must look into the mirror and live by a higher standard in your personal and professional life. Your character becomes highly valuable and can be the one thing that makes you or wrecks you. 

Coach Chris Wilson discusses this essential core value for Critical Bench (there are 7) with some personal stories and insights about what he refers to as the backbone of human existence, integrity. 

 

“If there is no backbone or bedrock to be grounded in as a person or grounded to in a business or organization of any kind, how can you have long-term success? How can you ever have great achievement?” - Chris Wilson 

 

Time Stamps  

00:40 – Welcome to the 'Strong By Design' podcast 

03:48 – Are YOU a person of character? 

11:30 – Host Chris Wilson shares personal examples of behaviors that lack integrity or require a high degree of integrity 

24:13 – The importance of integrity in business and business relationships 

29:35 – What it means to live in alignment 

35:44 – 10 integrity quotes that will empower you 

42:05 – Chris shares a powerful key takeaway from the episode 

 

Other ‘Core Value’ episodes: 

 

Connect w/ Chris: 

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:  

]]> What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.  We’ve all heard the old adage and know exactly what it means. Good, bad and anything in between will remain off the record. 

But how does this approach work in our everyday life? 

Ultimately this is awful advice for how to live your life in the real world.   

There comes a time when you must look into the mirror and live by a higher standard in your personal and professional life. Your character becomes highly valuable and can be the one thing that makes you or wrecks you. 

Coach Chris Wilson discusses this essential core value for Critical Bench (there are 7) with some personal stories and insights about what he refers to as the backbone of human existence, integrity. 

 

“If there is no backbone or bedrock to be grounded in as a person or grounded to in a business or organization of any kind, how can you have long-term success? How can you ever have great achievement?” - Chris Wilson 

 

Time Stamps  

00:40 – Welcome to the 'Strong By Design' podcast 

03:48 – Are YOU a person of character? 

11:30 – Host Chris Wilson shares personal examples of behaviors that lack integrity or require a high degree of integrity 

24:13 – The importance of integrity in business and business relationships 

29:35 – What it means to live in alignment 

35:44 – 10 integrity quotes that will empower you 

42:05 – Chris shares a powerful key takeaway from the episode 

 

Other ‘Core Value’ episodes: 

 

Connect w/ Chris: 

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:  

]]> https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/261_Podcast_Episode_Template_Blue-featured.png Ep 261 What Happens in Vegas… what you DO when Nobody is Looking false no 44:20 No no Ep 259 Excellence WINS in a time of Mediocrity ft. Horst Schulze https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-259-excellence-wins-in-a-time-of-mediocrity-ft-horst-schulze/ Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/podcast/ep-259-excellence-wins-in-a-time-of-mediocrity-ft-horst-schulze/ “We are ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen.” 

Becoming the best in the world at something, being truly excellent at it takes discipline and an uncompromising way of doing things.  

For Horst Schulze, the former president and co-founder of the Ritz Carlton Hotel Company, his message for over 5 decades to all businesses and business leaders is clear and uncomplicated.  

The idea of treating others with kindness, greeting them with a smile, maintaining eye contact and saying ‘My Pleasure’ is not all that complicated but it is the cornerstone of the greatest hotel company in the world. 

Horst created a culture of servant leadership that made his 55 Ritz Carlton hotels the very best in the world at serving their guests. Find out in this incredible conversation what it takes to overcome mediocrity with excellence. 

 

“If I’m doing excellent in what I’m doing, even if I wash dishes, I can still define myself as a fine gentleman. It’s not up to anybody else. It’s only me. It’s not my job, name of job, the society, the country, the neighborhood. It is nothing but me who defines himself.” –Horst Schulze 

 

Time Stamps  

00:58 – Welcome to the 'Strong By Design' podcast 

04:05 – Meet today’s special guest, Horst Schulze, co-founder and former president of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company 

09:01 – Horst recounts his start in the hotel industry at the age of 14 

12:30 – What is excellence and what does it mean to be a person of excellence? 

20:50 – Discover how Horst navigated through the early part of his career, and what led him to the Ritz-Carlton 

27:03 – The power of going to work to create excellence 

30:47 – Discover the secret to a successful business 

40:36 – Horst on building a winning culture in your team 

46:39 – Horst on why excellent customer service always wins 

53:10 – The power of being intentional 

1:02:31 – Where you can go to connect with Horst Schulze + learn more about the ‘Excellence Wins’ book 

 

Resources: 

 

Connect w/ Horst: 

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:  

]]> “We are ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen.” 

Becoming the best in the world at something, being truly excellent at it takes discipline and an uncompromising way of doing things.  

For Horst Schulze, the former president and co-founder of the Ritz Carlton Hotel Company, his message for over 5 decades to all businesses and business leaders is clear and uncomplicated.  

The idea of treating others with kindness, greeting them with a smile, maintaining eye contact and saying ‘My Pleasure’ is not all that complicated but it is the cornerstone of the greatest hotel company in the world. 

Horst created a culture of servant leadership that made his 55 Ritz Carlton hotels the very best in the world at serving their guests. Find out in this incredible conversation what it takes to overcome mediocrity with excellence. 

 

“If I’m doing excellent in what I’m doing, even if I wash dishes, I can still define myself as a fine gentleman. It’s not up to anybody else. It’s only me. It’s not my job, name of job, the society, the country, the neighborhood. It is nothing but me who defines himself.” –Horst Schulze 

 

Time Stamps  

00:58 – Welcome to the 'Strong By Design' podcast 

04:05 – Meet today’s special guest, Horst Schulze, co-founder and former president of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company 

09:01 – Horst recounts his start in the hotel industry at the age of 14 

12:30 – What is excellence and what does it mean to be a person of excellence? 

20:50 – Discover how Horst navigated through the early part of his career, and what led him to the Ritz-Carlton 

27:03 – The power of going to work to create excellence 

30:47 – Discover the secret to a successful business 

40:36 – Horst on building a winning culture in your team 

46:39 – Horst on why excellent customer service always wins 

53:10 – The power of being intentional 

1:02:31 – Where you can go to connect with Horst Schulze + learn more about the ‘Excellence Wins’ book 

 

Resources: 

 

Connect w/ Horst: 

 

Connect w/ CriticalBench:  

]]> https://www.strongbydesignpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/259_Podcast_Episode_Template_Blue-featured.png Ep 259 Excellence WINS in a time of Mediocrity ft. Horst Schulze false no 01:05:25 No no