http://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogiveOur show interviews thought leaders and subject matter experts that have a passion for helping organizations grow to give.enCopyright Andrew Rauch (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMTThu, 10 Jul 2014 17:59:04 GMTBusinessBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/33a893cd-f9b6-4b08-b231-a01dba9f62ea_bwandrew-headshot.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogiveOur show interviews thought leaders and subject matter experts that have a passion for helping organizations grow to give.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.combusiness,leadership,philanthropy,venture,leadership development,giving,innovation,missions,performance,sales accelerationAndrew RauchnoOur show interviews thought leaders and subject matter experts that have a passion for helping organizations grow to give.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/07/10/a-personal-interview-with-my-daughter-about-dogsEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/07/10/a-personal-interview-with-my-daughter-about-dogs/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/07/10/a-personal-interview-with-my-daughter-about-dogsThu, 10 Jul 2014 17:59:04 GMTA Personal Interview with My Daughter about DogsIn todays’ segment Join the conversation as we invite Karis Rauch, Author and Creative Kid as she shares some insight, thoughts and stories about something she loves very much, dogs. About the Guest: Karis Rauch is 8 years old, 3rd grade and the youngest of the Rauch kids. She loves to read, write and draw and she has an amazing and wonderfully creative mind. She loves all kinds of dogs and small ones are her favorite.  00:07:00Andrew RauchnoIn todays’ segment Join the conversation as we invite Karis Rauch, Author and Creative Kid as she shares some insight, thoughts and stories about something shehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/06/12/instant-change-to-transform-your-growth-and-givingBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/06/12/instant-change-to-transform-your-growth-and-giving/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/06/12/instant-change-to-transform-your-growth-and-givingThu, 12 Jun 2014 17:00:00 GMTInstant Change to Transform your Growth and GivingJoin the conversation as we invite Peter Strople, speaker and mentor focused on helping the next generation of leaders with "Instant Change" as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for how to instantly transform your organization's growth and giving. About the Guest Peter Strople has been called “One of the World’s Great Rainmakers", “The Most Connected Man in America,” and “One of the Most Connected People in the World.” and with all those accolades, he still understands the importance of real, one-on-one relationships with others.  Since 2000 he advises and mentors executives and political leaders around the world.  Considered one of the Top Business Strategists dealing with “Instant Change,” Peter has developed unique techniques to address and refocus a company’s strategy in a few hours versus a few months. He has been Chairman Board and Director of many organizations Refuge House, Texas School of the Deaf Foundation, Marbridge Foundation, Kairos, Texas Casa, Starlight. Currently Advisors to IDA, Axelo, Axen, Fitch Fuel, Castle CNC, University of Texas HDO Masters Program.  In 2008, he created “Friends of Peter” to bring business and community leaders together to effect “Instant Change” as it relates to the critical business and social needs of a community or country.  Peter is passionate about children’s issues, combating child abuse, supporting foster care, and reforming education. From 2003-2007, he and his wife, Kelly, housed 16 people in their home with the goal of helping those families get out of debt and establish a new foundation for the future.  Peter and Kelly have three children and live in Austin, Texas. 00:30:00Andrew RauchnoInstant Change,Conscious Capitalist,Venture Philanthropy,Leadership,StrategyJoin the conversation as we invite Peter Strople, speaker and mentor focused on helping the next generation of leaders with "Instant Change" as he shares some ihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/05/29/being-secure-in-your-givingBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/05/29/being-secure-in-your-giving/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/05/29/being-secure-in-your-givingThu, 29 May 2014 17:00:00 GMTBeing Secure in your GivingJoin the conversation as we invite Rick Dunham, Founder and President of Dunham + Company as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for being more SECURE in your fundraiaing, stewardship, philanthropy and everyday giving. About the Guest Rick is a 35-year veteran in direct response marketing and fundraising for nonprofit organizations. In 2002, Rick founded D+C to establish a new model to serve ministries, a model which seeks to integrate the variety of organizational and marketing components that must work in concert in order to optimize income generation and impact long-term organizational effectiveness. Rick holds a BA from Biola University and a ThM from Dallas Theological Seminary. He is an active member of National Religious Broadcasters and Direct Marketing Association, where he serves annually as a judge for the International ECHO Awards. He is also actively involved in the Charitable Giving Coalition and serves on the Advisory Board for Christian Leadership Alliance. In addition, Rick serves on the board of The Giving Institute and is a member of the Editorial Review Board for Giving USA. Rick is the author of Secure: Discovering True Financial Freedom and If God Will Provide, Why Do We Have to Ask for Money? He has also been published and quoted in The Chronicle of Philanthropy, USA Today, Dallas Morning News, Philadelphia Inquirer, Washington Post and Townhall.com as well as numerous other publications. Rick has served as a commentator on Fox Business News as well as participated as a frequent guest on numerous regional and national radio programs. Rick has been married for 40 years and has 3 children and 8 grandchildren. 00:03:00Andrew Rauchnoventure,philanthropy,leadership,stewardship,fundraisingJoin the conversation as we invite Rick Dunham, Founder and President of Dunham + Company as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories forhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/05/15/build-a-world-class-advisory-team-for-sustained-growthBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/05/15/build-a-world-class-advisory-team-for-sustained-growth/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/05/15/build-a-world-class-advisory-team-for-sustained-growthThu, 15 May 2014 17:00:00 GMTBuild a World-Class Advisory Team for Sustained GrowthAre you looking for real-world best practices and a model for building a world-class advisory team? Join the conversation as we invite Mike Yerington, Managing Partner with Yerington Investments LLC as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for building and developing the best people to advise you for sustained growth and greater giving. About the Guest Mike Yerington is a seasoned executive, skilled at building new businesses, repairing broken businesses and creating strategies for high growth and profits. Significant success in executive development, creating high performance teams, functional area improvements, and creating and achieving stretch goals. Mike has served as President and CEO for major brands inlcuding Jackson Hewitt and Western Union. Mike and his family currently operate Hillside Acres Retreat in Dripping Springs and he is currently serving various ventures and not-for-profits.  00:25:00Andrew RauchnoBoard of Advisors,Venture,Leadership,Management,Executive CoachingAre you looking for real-world best practices and a model for building a world-class advisory team? Join the conversation as we invite Mike Yerington, Managinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/04/17/how-to-grow-a-business-without-sacrificing-integrityBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/04/17/how-to-grow-a-business-without-sacrificing-integrity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/04/17/how-to-grow-a-business-without-sacrificing-integrityThu, 17 Apr 2014 17:00:00 GMTHow to Grow a Business without Sacrificing IntegrityJoin the conversation as we invite Rick Boxx, President of The Integrity Resource Center and "The Integrity Coach" as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for how they help others create a culture of integrity, faith, and excellence at work, church, and at home. About the Guest: Rick Boxx - President, Integrity Resource Center Heard on  more than 250 radio stations, radio personality, author, and speaker Rick Boxx inspires thousands to put God first in their business and career and challenges business leaders to live out their faith at work. Known as the Integrity Coach, Rick trains leaders to create a culture that values integrity, faith, and excellence in the workplace—and at home. He delivers relevant messages mixed with humor, wisdom, and experience, including his own business blunders. Rick’s experience and personal stories will encourage, inspire, and train leaders to honor God in all they do. Rick is the author of How to Prosper in Business without Sacrificing Integrity, the Integrity Moments devotional, and FIRE in the Workplace, a study on living God’s principles at work. He has also written several small group studies and other resources designed to empower leaders to put biblical principles into action. http://integrityresource.org 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoIntegrity,Leadership,Grow to Give,Venture and PhilanthropyJoin the conversation as we invite Rick Boxx, President of The Integrity Resource Center and "The Integrity Coach" as he shares some insight, thought leadershiphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/04/10/preserving-financial-growth-and-protecting-a-legacyBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/04/10/preserving-financial-growth-and-protecting-a-legacy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/04/10/preserving-financial-growth-and-protecting-a-legacyThu, 10 Apr 2014 17:00:00 GMTPreserving Financial Growth and Protecting a LegacyJoin the conversation as we invite Don and Andrea Ames, a father and daughter partnership with A&D Advisors LLC. a wealth accumulation and risk management firm as they share some insight, thought leadership and success stories for how they help others grow financially, give more and develop a personal legacy. We will explore and help answer some of the following common and key questions: What is the #1 issue for wealthy business owners today?What are some of the common mistakes business owners make when designing a good compensation package for partners and key employees?What are some key financial instruments the are missed?What characteristics and expereince are needed for both growth and giving?  About the Guests: Don W. Ames, ChFC®, CLU®, CEPA, LUTCF Partner/Owner With a career spanning 42 years, Don has served individual and business owner clients successfully as a financial service professional providing insurance and disability planning, and wealth accumulation and risk protection planning. Don is a Chartered Financial Consultant®, Chartered Life Underwriter® and a Certified Exit Planning Advisor. Andrea M. Ames Partner/Owner Andrea has served as a financial services professional for the past two years. Before teaming with Don, Andrea was with Prudential. Andrea has worked with personal financial planning clients in insurance, investment and retirement planning. 00:32:00Andrew RauchnoWealth Accumulation,Risk Management,Giving,Philanthropy,Leadership DevelopmentJoin the conversation as we invite Don and Andrea Ames, a father and daughter partnership with A&D Advisors LLC. a wealth accumulation and risk management firmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/04/03/making-a-difference-with-potteryBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/04/03/making-a-difference-with-pottery/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/04/03/making-a-difference-with-potteryThu, 03 Apr 2014 17:00:00 GMTMaking A Difference with PotteryAre you looking for real-world best practices and a model for giving locally through the Arts? Join the conversation as we invite Dan Goddard, the Founder of the School of Pottery as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for developing children, teens, families, and their communities through the language of the arts enabling them to reach their full potential. About the Guest Dan Goddard was born in Billings, Montana in 1960. He graduated from Minnesota Graduate School of Theology where he studied Theology and Counseling. In his early years from 1982-1999 Dan served with Randall Parr Ministries, The Upper Room Church, San Antonio, Texas, and Church On The Rock, Dallas, Texas. Following that, he worked with Greater Life Christian Fellowship in Dallas, Texas. He served as Pastor, Associate Pastor, and Youth Pastor early in his ministry. From 1994-2004 Dan served in missions working in Development for Mercy Ships, and served as one of the founding board members with Arise & Rebuild Ministries. While with Arise & Build Ministries he served as the Executive Director and lead Pastoral Services. His time working with Arise & Rebuild Ministries continued bi-vocationally as he moved back into his Senior Pastor calling.From 2004-To Present Dan serves(ed) as the senior pastor of a two Free Methodist Churches, Allen Creek Neighborhood Church in Grants Pass, Oregon, and Martha’s Chapel in Deville, Louisiana. He also served as the Director of Development for Teen Mania Ministries. 00:30:00Andrew RauchnoPhilanthropy,Missions,Giving,Leadership,Venture PhilanthropyAre you looking for real-world best practices and a model for giving locally through the Arts? Join the conversation as we invite Dan Goddard, the Founder of thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/03/20/generous-giving-through-micro-finance-and-macro-changeBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/03/20/generous-giving-through-micro-finance-and-macro-change/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/03/20/generous-giving-through-micro-finance-and-macro-changeThu, 20 Mar 2014 17:00:00 GMTGenerous Giving through Micro-Finance and Macro ChangeJoin the conversation as we invite Gary Venable, CEO at All Systems Design as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for helping develop and grow companies, churches and schools around the world. About the Guest Instead of giving him the whole picture at once, God led Gary Venable into generousity one step at a time. As Gary and his wife, Jan, have stepped into greater obedience, they have see the ripple effect generosity has on themeselves an others. Gary, CEO at All Systems Designed Solutions first discovered his passion for India during a short-term missions trips. The Venables have since helped establish businesses, churches, and Christian schools in Hindu villages. Read more about his story the book Stories of the Generous Life: Ordinary People. Extraordinary Generosity.  00:30:00Andrew RauchnoGenerous Giving,Missions,Venture,Philanthropy,LeadershipJoin the conversation as we invite Gary Venable, CEO at All Systems Design as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for helping develophttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/03/13/investing-for-gods-kingdomEntrepreneurhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/03/13/investing-for-gods-kingdom/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/03/13/investing-for-gods-kingdomThu, 13 Mar 2014 17:00:00 GMTInvesting for God's KingdomJoin the conversation as we invite Larry Powell, former CEO of an investment management company for more than 30 years as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for how he and his family moved from head and heart giving to pocket-book giving generously to others. About the Guest Larry had a God-given passion to start his own company. When the opportunity arose, he followed his dream ad opened an investment and portfolio management company. Although he was a Christian, Larry didn't always include God in his work. "At the time I never thought that the business belonged to God," He said "it was mine, I started it". A transformation began with his pocket-book giving. he had invested other peoples money for so long  - now it was time to manage what God had given him so abundantly for serving the least of these in his extended family, local community and beyond. Read more about his story and others The Generous Life: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Generousity.  00:31:00Andrew RauchnoGenerous Giving,Missions,Venture,Philanthropy,LeadershipJoin the conversation as we invite Larry Powell, former CEO of an investment management company for more than 30 years as he shares some insight, thought leaderhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/03/06/discover-the-joy-in-generous-givingBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/03/06/discover-the-joy-in-generous-giving/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/03/06/discover-the-joy-in-generous-givingThu, 06 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMTDiscover the Joy in Generous GivingJoin the conversation as we invite Frank Brown, a 25 year pilot, entrepreneur and legacy giver as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for how he moved from being grounded in his giving to soaring with a greater purpose. About the Guest When Frank hands strangers a $50 bill, some cry, others give him a hug and thank him in disbelief, but Frank just smiles and and tells them to give thanks to Jesus. It is His money Frank tells them with great joy. Frank has a vibrant passion for giving generously and creating a giving legacy with great joy. Frank was not always a joyful giver, but listen in as he shares what moved him from standing on the sidelines to become a cheerful giver. Read more about his story and others in The Generous Life: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Generousity 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoThe Generous Life,Mission,Philanthropy,Venture,LeadershipJoin the conversation as we invite Frank Brown, a 25 year pilot, entrepreneur and legacy giver as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success storieshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/02/20/stories-of-the-generous-lifeBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/02/20/stories-of-the-generous-life/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/02/20/stories-of-the-generous-lifeThu, 20 Feb 2014 18:00:00 GMTStories of the Generous LifeJoin the conversation with Missy Calvert coauthor of "Stories of the Generous Life" and the first in a series about generous giving with a greater purpose. About the Guest Missy Calvert is the senior editor of Sisterhood Magazine and the coauthor of Stories of the Generous Life. She has a B.A. in journalism and mass communications and a minor in creative writing from Kansas State University. Missy has long had a passion for writing, and she believes stories have the power to inspire, encourage and even change lives. She lives and writes in Kansas City, Kan., where she hopes to use her words to bring God glory. Check out Missy's Blog. Read more about personal stories for generous giving in The Generous Life: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Generousity   00:31:00Andrew RauchnoGenerous Life,Philanthropy,Leadership,GivingJoin the conversation with Missy Calvert coauthor of "Stories of the Generous Life" and the first in a series about generous giving with a greater purpose. Abohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/02/13/six-attributes-of-successful-marketing-leadership-for-growthMarketinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/02/13/six-attributes-of-successful-marketing-leadership-for-growth/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/02/13/six-attributes-of-successful-marketing-leadership-for-growthThu, 13 Feb 2014 18:00:00 GMTSix Attributes of Successful Marketing Leadership for GrowthAre you looking for real-world best practices and validated thought leadership for creating a high-performing organization? Join the conversation as we invite John Ellett, CEO of nFusion and Author of The CMO Manifesto: A 100-Day Action Plan for Marketing Change Agents as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for developing high performing marketing leaders, teams and organizations. About the Guest: John Ellett has a passion for encouraging and supporting marketing leaders who have the courage to be change agents in their organizations. As CEO of nFusion, a digital-centric marketing agency based in Austin, Texas, John has had the privilege of helping some of the country’s leading marketers revitalize their brands, transform their digital presence and accelerate their sales including AMD, AB/InBev, CiCi’s Pizza, Samsung, SanDisk and Toshiba. With personal experience as a marketing leader during the early days of the IBM PC and the rapid-growth years of Dell, he provides a unique perspective that has made him a trusted advisor to marketing executives around the country. John recently published his first book, The CMO Manifesto: A 100-Day Action Plan for Marketing Change Agents which has been praised as a “must read for marketing leaders.” He regularly shares his insights on marketing and marketing leadership at The CMO Network on Forbes.com and is a frequent presenter at industry conferences and major universities.  For more background, please visit www.cmomanifesto.com  00:31:00Andrew RauchnoCMO,Leadership,Top-Line Growth,Venture,MarketingAre you looking for real-world best practices and validated thought leadership for creating a high-performing organization? Join the conversation as we invitehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/30/the-3-bs-for-a-high-performing-organizationBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/30/the-3-bs-for-a-high-performing-organization/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/30/the-3-bs-for-a-high-performing-organizationThu, 30 Jan 2014 18:00:00 GMTThe 3 B's for a High-Performing OrganizationAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for creating a high-performing organization? Join the conversation as we invite Bo Carrington, Managing Director at Triangle Performance as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for developing high performing leaders, teams and organizations. About the Guest Bo Carrington is the Managing Director for Triangle Performance, LLC.   Carrington brings over 20 years of varied leadership experience to his clients. His areas of expertise include analyzing organizational effectiveness and helping organizations bring out the best in themselves and their leaders. His intuitive approach to coaching has assisted numerous leaders to grow through existing career barriers and has assisted a number of high potential leaders grow to assume new and expanded roles. He has a proven track record of success in facilitating change and growth with both formal and informal teams.  Some of his clients include: Quanta Services (Energized), URS Washington Group EMD, Kaiser Permanente, Baker Risk Engineering, ASSA ABLOY, Gulf Stream Aerospace, Western Refining, Volvo, U.S. Army Corp of Engineers, MetroPCS, Trinity Logistics, Southwest Business Corporation and General Dynamics. For More Info on Bo Carrington, Please visit Triangle Performance 00:30:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership,High-Performance,Organization Development,Coaching,VentureAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for creating a high-performing organization? Join the conversation as we invite Bo Carringthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/23/leadership-development-in-emerging-marketsEntrepreneurhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/23/leadership-development-in-emerging-markets/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/23/leadership-development-in-emerging-marketsThu, 23 Jan 2014 18:00:00 GMTLeadership Development in Emerging MarketsAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for creating organizational leadership in emerging markets? Join the conversation as we invite Jay Clark, Executive Director of The Kerusso Foundation as he shares some insight, thought leadership and success stories for developing leaders in emerging global markets. About the Guest Jay’s background is filled with starting companies, organizations and a church. His focus in the business world is leadership development through Sun Consulting Services, LTD in Hong Kong. He has an undergraduate degree in Management from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and an M.B.A from Auburn University.  He has also received training in missiology and theology at the Missionary Learning Center in Richmond Virginia, while a missionary for the International Mission Board, and during his attendance at Southwestern Theological Seminary and through courses at Dallas Theological Seminary. From over 10 years of consulting experience in the US and international markets, Jay has gained valuable insights on strategy development, management challenges and practices, and leadership development. Jay founded Sun Consulting Services and managed the offices in the U.S. and Hong Kong.  Under Jay’s leadership, Sun Consulting was able to be a pioneer in China for the consulting industry by working with state-owned oil/gas company and a large publically traded Technology Company.  Jay has developed a network of global partners in Asia, Africa, Europe, India, and the Middle East for Sun Consulting Services.  He also opened the SCS office in Hong Kong. See Jay's BIO 00:30:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership,Venture,Philanthropy,Emerging Markets,Organization DevelopmentAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for creating organizational leadership in emerging markets? Join the conversation as we invhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/16/how-leaders-lead-by-getting-out-of-their-own-wayBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/16/how-leaders-lead-by-getting-out-of-their-own-way/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/16/how-leaders-lead-by-getting-out-of-their-own-wayThu, 16 Jan 2014 18:00:00 GMTHow Leaders Lead by Getting out of their Own WayAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formulas for how leaders maximize their success by getting out of their own way? Join the conversation as we invite Dr. Ron Jenson, "America's Life Coach" as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to help leaders maximize growth through personal and interpersonal skills by gaining balance in life, resolving conflicts, dealing with stress, maximizing relationships, focusing on the important issues of life and building strong teams. About the Guest Dr. Jenson is the Chairman and Co-founder of Future Achievement International since 1996 developing content and intellectual properties (popularized in one of my books, "Achieving Authentic Success") while providing a full service solution suite built on the assumption that "Character Driven Cultures have a Competitive Advantage." Dr. Jenson has been helping to champion character cultures in over 50 countries of the world with a focus on corporate and professional America. Dr. Jenson also serves as Chairman of the non-profit High/Ground which for 20+ years has been focusing on identifying, connecting, equipping, and supporting high-end, faith-based business and professional leaders to maximize their lives and legacies. 00:32:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership,Life Balance,Coaching,Team Building,CharacterAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formulas for how leaders maximize their success by getting out of their own way? Join the conversathttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/09/bulembu--from-abandoned-town-to-sustained-communityBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/09/bulembu--from-abandoned-town-to-sustained-community/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2014/01/09/bulembu--from-abandoned-town-to-sustained-communityThu, 09 Jan 2014 18:00:00 GMTBulembu - From Abandoned Town to Sustained CommunityAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for creating a sustained community locally and globally? Join the conversation as we invite Jerry Bowman, CEO of Partner in Action as he shares some insight, thought leadership engaged in partnering with local, national, and international people and agencies that are providing care and support to the most needy in the world.  About the Guest: Jerry Bowman is the CEO of Partners In Action, a Christ-centered, non-profit agency engaged in partnering with local, national, and international people and agencies that are providing care and support to the most needy in the world. Partners in Action deploys resources and creates opportunities for people to serve those in need around the corner and around the world so they may have a LIFE. Partners in Action (PIA) is a global Christ centered nonprofit that partners with ministries in 25 countries including over 50 orphanages. PIA helped acquire the town of Bulembu Swaziland to create a self-sustaining town to be home to 3,000 orphans by 2020. Learn More: http://www.partnersinaction.org 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoVenture,Philanthropy,Generous Giving,LeadershipAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for creating a sustained community locally and globally? Join the conversation as we invitehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/12/19/7-keys-to-a-high-performing-organizationEntrepreneurhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/12/19/7-keys-to-a-high-performing-organization/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/12/19/7-keys-to-a-high-performing-organizationThu, 19 Dec 2013 18:00:00 GMT7 Keys to a High-Performing OrganizationAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for creating and operating a high-performing organization? Join the conversation as we invite Glenn Smith, CEO of The Growth Coach as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to create and operate a high-performing organization. About the Guest: Glenn Smith is the owner and CEO of The Growth Coach in Houston, Texas, a coaching and consulting firm designed to help executives and business owners improve their businesses and their lives. Glenn serves on the President’s Forum for The Growth Coach franchise system and he serves as a mentor to new franchise owners. Glenn was selected as The Growth Coach’s “Coach of the Year for 2011.” In 2012 Glenn received the Ursala Coates Memorial Award for his service to the Fort Bend County area. He is also Chairman-Elect for the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce for 2013. Glenn is a popular conference speaker having spoken for national conventions as well as local professional groups.  He has spoken for groups of 2,000 to 20.  He enjoys speaking on topics such as leadership, business strategy, marketing, goal-setting, work/life balance, and more.  Glenn welcomes the opportunity to provide inspirational and educational talks. 00:31:00Andrew Rauchnohigh-performance,Venture,Philanthropy,Entrepreneur,EntrepreneurshipAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for creating and operating a high-performing organization? Join the conversation as we invihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/12/12/the-ripple-effect-of-givingBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/12/12/the-ripple-effect-of-giving/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/12/12/the-ripple-effect-of-givingThu, 12 Dec 2013 18:00:00 GMTThe Ripple Effect of Giving Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for growing your influence, networks and business with a view to greater giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Steve Harper, serial entrepreneur, professional speaker, author and leading business strategistl as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to build strategic relationships that drives growth in your organization.  About the Guest Steve Harper has become one of the most sought after speakers and business strategists on the power of deepening and strengthening the power of connections through a process he calls “Rippling.” Steve’s unique and refreshing approach to how and why individuals, organizations and even our society can and must reach outside the box to connect, is literally changing lives and impacting corporate bottom line dollars.   A serial entrepreneur, professional speaker, author and leading business strategist, Steve has successfully uncovered the secret to creating powerful long-lasting connections and their impact on one’s personal and professional life. Steve has transitioned his years of business experience and unyielding customer focus into a successful consulting practice appropriately named The Ripple Effect after his successful first book by the same title.   00:31:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership,Venture,Philanthropy,Growth,PerformanceAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for growing your influence, networks and business with a view to greater giving?   Join thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/12/05/global-marketplace-missionsEntrepreneurhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/12/05/global-marketplace-missions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/12/05/global-marketplace-missionsThu, 05 Dec 2013 18:00:00 GMTGlobal Marketplace Missions Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for leading Global Marketplace Missions?   Join the conversation as we invite Jonathan Shibley, President of Global Advance as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to convene, connect and equip thousands of Christian entrepreneurs and business professionals around the world to become catalysts for fulfilling the Great Commission.  About the Guest Jonathan Shibley serves as President of Global Advance.  Since 2000, he has helped shape the organization’s growth and its international impact.  He founded the Marketplace Missions initiatives of Global Advance, which focus on equipping thousands of Christian entrepreneurs and business professionals around the world with vision and acumen to become catalysts for fulfilling the Great Commission.   More about Global Advance: globaladvance.org00:31:00Andrew RauchnoVenture,Philanthropy,Leadership,Missions,MarketplaceAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for leading Global Marketplace Missions?   Join the conversation as we invite Jonathan Shibhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/11/14/little-miracles-that-drive-growth-and-givingEntrepreneurhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/11/14/little-miracles-that-drive-growth-and-giving/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/11/14/little-miracles-that-drive-growth-and-givingThu, 14 Nov 2013 18:00:00 GMTLittle Miracles that Drive Growth and Giving Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formulas and stories for growing your venture with greater giving? Join the conversation as we invite Michael Metcalf, Founder of VoiceAssist (VSST) as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to build an innovative company while dealing with the struggles and successes of entrepreneurship. About the Guest As chairman and CEO, Michael Metcalf brings over 26 years experience in the telecom and speech recognition industries. He is a serial entrepreneur, having previously founded and managed a number of successful companies. He was founder, CEO and chairman of SpeechPhone LLC, a cloud based unified communications service provider. He also founded and was CEO and chairman of Sound Advantage LLC, provider of on site speech recognition based messaging platforms and earlier in his career he founded and managed Telwest Inc, an interconnect and systems integrator. 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoEntrepreneurship,Leadership,Stewardship,Innovation,PhilanthropyAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formulas and stories for growing your venture with greater giving? Join the conversation as we invhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/11/07/community-giving-in-the-midst-of-a-disasterEntrepreneurhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/11/07/community-giving-in-the-midst-of-a-disaster/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/11/07/community-giving-in-the-midst-of-a-disasterThu, 07 Nov 2013 18:00:00 GMTCommunity Giving in the Midst of a Disaster Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for bringing together a community for greater giving in the event of a disaster? Join the conversation as we invite Michael McCausland a seasoned speaker, thought leader and architect for  International Disaster Response as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to create,manage and deploy greater community giving and response in the midst of a disaster. About the Guest: Michael was licensed by the NRC as a Reactor Operator in 1983. He then formed his own consulting company providing operations, change management, strategy development, and training services to over 50% of the operating nuclear plants in the US, and now other business sectors around the world. Michael was the first Lead for DHS to incorporate the private sector into the largest disaster response exercise in the US. He is the Executive Director of HISG.org, an international NGO operating in 130+ countries, and helped build the International Disaster Response Network (www.IDRN.info) now operating in 35+ countries.  00:30:00Andrew RauchnoDiaster Relief,Philanthropy,Leadership,Venture,Community ImpactAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for bringing together a community for greater giving in the event of a disaster? Join thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/10/31/six-reasons-people-dont-do-what-you-expectBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/10/31/six-reasons-people-dont-do-what-you-expect/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/10/31/six-reasons-people-dont-do-what-you-expectThu, 31 Oct 2013 17:00:00 GMTSix Reasons People Don't Do What You Expect Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Leading and Managing for Growth?   Join the conversation as we invite Brad Armstrong, CEO and Founder of Blue Whale Moving and Humpback Junk Removal as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to evaluate and manage behavior against expectations in order to diagnose specific gaps in performance.  About the Guest: Brad Armstrong's presentations are practical, philosophical and very amusing as he shares his experiences and insights as a business advisor, executive coach, attorney and successful entrepreneur with groups of 10 to 1000.  His warm, witty, confident, and spontaneous style invites audience involvement as he speaks to topics such as: leadership, vision, ethics, integrity, and professional development.   Utilizing his trademarked 1-on-1 Coaching in a Crowd® technique, Brad draws his audiences into the conversation and employs this technique to elicit extraordinary questions as teaching opportunities.  No Kumbaya or Group Hugs Allowed...   00:31:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership,Management,Performance,Entrepreneur,Professional DevelopmentAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Leading and Managing for Growth?   Join the conversation as we invite Brad Armstrong, Chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/10/24/the-5-ms-for-strategic-givingBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/10/24/the-5-ms-for-strategic-giving/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/10/24/the-5-ms-for-strategic-givingThu, 24 Oct 2013 17:00:00 GMTThe 5 M's for Strategic Giving Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Strategic Giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Bill High, CEO of  National Christian Foundation Heartland and Founder of iDonate as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to develop and execute giving strategies for your venture or philanthropic organization.  About the Guest Bill High is a visionary leader energized by people and ideas. He loves to learn, innovate, and strategize on how new ideas or new approaches to current methods might escalate growth. He's a voracious reader on a variety of topics, although he admits that he doesn't always read to the end! As a former lawyer, he acknowledges that he's still in recovery but the law taught him how to ask great questions to find the truth. He's an accomplished writer, having published in a variety of journals, completed one book and working on 3 more.00:30:00Andrew RauchnoPhilanthropy,Giving,Leadership,Venture,ServingAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Strategic Giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Bill High, CEO of  National Chrihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/10/17/surviving-and-thriving-a-start-up-ventureBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/10/17/surviving-and-thriving-a-start-up-venture/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/10/17/surviving-and-thriving-a-start-up-ventureThu, 17 Oct 2013 17:00:00 GMTSurviving and Thriving a Start-Up Venture Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Surviving and Thriving a Start-up Venture? Join the conversation as we invite Michael Sattler, Founder of The Survival Key as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to create and build an innovative company and be the number one source of survival and preparedness information. About the Guest Although Mike is the Founder and CEO of the company, you won’t find “CEO” on his business card – just the words “The Waterboy,” evidencing his deep beliefs and dedication to family and the improvement of the human condition. With over 25 years of experience as a visionary “pick-up-your-bootstraps-entrepreneur,” he brings a lot of strategic planning, business development, and leadership skills to the table. From internet marketing to data communication businesses, he has launched or helped with the startup of over 17 companies Mike has negotiated international joint ventures with emerging, mid-sized and Fortune 500 companies like Remco Industries International, Kroll, AT&T, Verizon Business, Debix, American Express, Dun & Bradstreet, Infobel.com, MCI, Cisco, and Citi Bank. Several of these businesses are highlighted below. His most recent startup was 3Seventy (early 2009), a leading provider of mobile customer relationship management (MCRM) Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions.00:30:00Andrew RauchnoSurvival,Preparedness,Innovation,Technology,LeadershipAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Surviving and Thriving a Start-up Venture? Join the conversation as we invite Michaelhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/26/leading-the-way-for-greater-givingBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/26/leading-the-way-for-greater-giving/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/26/leading-the-way-for-greater-givingThu, 26 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMTLeading the Way for Greater Giving Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Leading the Way for Greater Giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Steve Leach, CEO of WaterStone as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to develop and execute efficient giving strategies for your growing venture.  About Steve Leach Steve Leach serves as the Chief Executive Officer of WaterStone. He began his career at Compaq Computer where he discovered his passion for product management and strategic planning, which he later refined at IBM and Dell. Steve likewise sourced private equity investments in advanced technology for Dell Ventures. He served as CEO of NovaCenrtix, Corp, a venture-backed nano-materials technology company, as well as Vice President of Business Development for Vida Capital, a boutique hedge fund. Steve’s product design, strategic marketing and strategic investment background positions him well to deliver innovative product and services to advance WaterStone’s Kingdom objectives at the cutting edge of innovation in asset transformation.   For more background On Steve Leach, please visit www.waterstone.org.00:31:00Andrew RauchnoPhilanthropy,Giving,Leadership,Stewardship,CharityAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Leading the Way for Greater Giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Steve Leach, Chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/19/critical-messaging-for-faster-funding-and-growthBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/19/critical-messaging-for-faster-funding-and-growth/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/19/critical-messaging-for-faster-funding-and-growthThu, 19 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMTCritical Messaging for Faster Funding and GrowthAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Critical Messaging and Faster Funding?   Join the conversation as we invite Michael Cannon, CEO of The Silver Bullet Group as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to more convincingly communicate why investors should meet with youand invest in your company.   About Michael Cannon Michael Cannon is an internationally renowned marketing and sales effectiveness expert and best-selling author. Most recently he co-authored Marketing Strategies That Really Work! with Jay Conrad Levinson (Guerrilla Marketing), et al. An authority on enabling B2B companies to engage customers with the most influential communications™, Michael is CEO and Founder of the Silver Bullet Group and the creator of the hugely successful Persuasive Messaging System™, a proven, proprietary methodology for engaging customers with the most influential marketing content and sales conversations™.  00:31:00Andrew RauchnoMessaging,Investor Relations,Communication,Funding,MarketingAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Critical Messaging and Faster Funding?   Join the conversation as we invite Michael Canhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/12/build-a-solid-organization-in-a-green-economyBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/12/build-a-solid-organization-in-a-green-economy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/12/build-a-solid-organization-in-a-green-economyThu, 12 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMTBuild a Solid Organization in a Green Economy Are you looking for proven, real-world and actionable ideas for how to Build a Solid Organization in a Green Economy?   In todays’ segment join the conversation as we inviteDavid Carolan, Serial Entrepreneur and Founder and CEO of Solid Green Systems as he shares some insight, thought leadership and practical ideas for growing an organization in the new “Green” economy.  About the Guest: David Carolan is the Founder of Solid green Systems and serial entrepreneur for the last 25 years. His experience includes home building, home renovation, running a real-estate organization and serving as CFO for several successful businesses.   00:31:00Andrew RauchnoGreen Building,Leadership Development,Innovation,Servant Leadership,ManagementAre you looking for proven, real-world and actionable ideas for how to Build a Solid Organization in a Green Economy?   In todays’ segment join the conversatihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/05/avoid-the-16-mistakes-of-gifting-the-affluentBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/05/avoid-the-16-mistakes-of-gifting-the-affluent/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/09/05/avoid-the-16-mistakes-of-gifting-the-affluentThu, 05 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMTAvoid The 16 Mistakes of Gifting The Affluent Are you looking for proven, real-world and actionable ideas for how to Avoid The 16 Mistakes of Gifting The Affluent?   Join the conversation as we invite John Ruhlin, serial entrepreneur, author, philanthropist and Founder of the Ruhlin Group as he shares some insight, thought leadership, best practices and practical tools for how to Avoid The 16 Mistakes of Gifting The Affluent.   When the word "gift giving" gets brought up in most business circles, people instantly think of promotional products, boxes of nuts, tchotchkes, or trinkets and trash. Or is it ?What if gift giving could be the difference maker. What if gift giving does truly matter as a business strategy and investment but we have been doing it all wrong and wasting billions in the process.  About The AuthorJohn Ruhlin is the Founder of The Ruhlin Group the #1 all time distributor of Cutco. John is the Co-Author of "Cutting Edge Sales and has developed relationships with hundreds of business and community leaders across the countyr. His client list includes numerous NFL & NBA teams, Fortune 1000 company executives, entrepreneurs and not for profits across the country.00:31:00Andrew RauchnoTop-Line Revenue,Sales Performance,Leadership,Giving,PhilanthropyAre you looking for proven, real-world and actionable ideas for how to Avoid The 16 Mistakes of Gifting The Affluent?   Join the conversation as we invite Johnhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/29/engaging-hearts-for-passionate-performanceBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/29/engaging-hearts-for-passionate-performance/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/29/engaging-hearts-for-passionate-performanceThu, 29 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMTEngaging Hearts for Passionate Performance Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Passionate Performance?   Join the second in a series of conversations as we invite Lee J. Colan, Ph.D., seasoned Business Leader Coach and Author as he shares some more insight and thought leadership for how to master and Engage the Hearts of your team, a time-tested, real-world validated formula for helping your organization grow with a view to giving more.   When people are engaged in their work and feel a deep connection to it, they deliver Passionate Performance. Passionate Performance creates satisfied relationships, and ultimately, value for the organization. Some people are naturally engaged in their work and consistently deliver Passionate Performance. The most effective leaders learn how to bring these qualities out in everyone. They invest time, energy and resources to engage their people because engaged employees are more likely to: stay with the organization perform at higher levels influence others to perform well  promote the organization externally deliver unparalleled customer service develop a competitive advantage Lee J. Colan, Ph.D. is co-founder of The L Group, Inc., a consulting firm serving leaders since 1999. The L Group equips and inspires leaders at every level to engage teams and execute plans. He has authored 12 popular leadership books that have been translated into 10 languages, including the bestselling Engaging the Hearts and Minds of All your Employees and Stick with It: Mastering the Art of Adherence.   For more information about Lee Colan, please visit The LGoup.00:31:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership,Leadership Development,Optimize Giving,Optimize Growth,PerformanceAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Passionate Performance?   Join the second in a series of conversations as we invite Leehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/22/engaging-minds-for-passionate-performanceBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/22/engaging-minds-for-passionate-performance/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/22/engaging-minds-for-passionate-performanceThu, 22 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMTEngaging Minds for Passionate Performance Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Passionate Performance?   Join the second in a series of conversations as we invite Lee J. Colan, Ph.D., seasoned Business Leader Coach and Author as he shares some more insight and thought leadership for how to master and Engage the Minds of your team, a time-tested, real-world validated formula for helping your organization grow with a view to giving more.   When people are engaged in their work and feel a deep connection to it, they deliver Passionate Performance. Passionate Performance creates satisfied relationships, and ultimately, value for the organization. Some people are naturally engaged in their work and consistently deliver Passionate Performance. The most effective leaders learn how to bring these qualities out in everyone. They invest time, energy and resources to engage their people because engaged employees are more likely to: stay with the organization perform at higher levels influence others to perform well  promote the organization externally deliver unparalleled customer service develop a competitive advantage   Lee J. Colan is co-founder of The L Group, Inc., a consulting firm serving leaders since 1999. The L Group equips and inspires leaders at every level to engage teams and execute plans. Lee's cut-through-the-clutter models resonate with leaders living in an information-rich, time-poor world. He has authored 12 popular leadership books that have been translated into 10 languages, including the bestselling Engaging the Hearts and Minds of All your Employees and Stick with It: Mastering the Art of Adherence.    00:32:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership,Leadership Development,Optimize Giving,Optimize Growth,PerformanceAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Passionate Performance?   Join the second in a series of conversations as we invite Leehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/16/profit-is-not-a-dirty-wordBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/16/profit-is-not-a-dirty-word/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/16/profit-is-not-a-dirty-wordFri, 16 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMTProfit is not a Dirty Word Are you looking to create sustainable shareholder value with a purpose for greater giving?   Capitalism in it's highest/best form is about more than short-term profits. Along the way we may miss the context of building enduring value for shareholders while building enduring value for All of the stakeholders.   Join the conversation as we invite Sunny Vanderbeck, Managing Partner of Satori Capital as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to build organizations with sustainable business practices that are better managed, more innovative, less risky and better positioned to deliver superior performance over the long-term with greater giving.   About Sunny Vanderbeck Sunny Vanderbeck has a track record of high achievement in all of his endeavors, including as an entrepreneur, CEO, investor, board member, and military leader. Prior to co-founding Satori Capital, Mr. Vanderbeck co-founded and served as Chief Executive Officer of Data Return, a leading provider of managed services and utility computing. As CEO for eleven years, Mr. Vanderbeck led the company through all phases of growth and transformation. The company sustained 40% quarter-over-quarter growth and reached $50 million in revenue after only three years.   With such rapid growth, an impressive customer base, and an innovative and capital-efficient business model, the company attracted strategic investments from Compaq, Level 3, and Microsoft. After a successful IPO, the company achieved a market capitalization in excess of $3 billion, and Mr. Vanderbeck was one of the youngest CEOs ever to lead a NASDAQ company.   For more background and to connect with Sunny Vanderback, please see his LinkedIn profile.00:30:00Andrew RauchnoConscious Capitalism,Philanthropy,Venture Capital,Leadership Development,Sustainable InvestingAre you looking to create sustainable shareholder value with a purpose for greater giving?   Capitalism in it's highest/best form is about more than short-termhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/15/passionate-performanceBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/15/passionate-performance/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/08/15/passionate-performanceThu, 15 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMTPassionate Performance Are you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Passionate Performance?   Join the first in a series of conversations as we invite Lee J. Colan, Ph.D., seasoned Business Leader Coach and Author as he shares some insight and thought leadership for how to master and engage the Hearts and Minds of your team, a time-tested, real-world validated formula for helping your organization grow with a view to giving more.   When people are engaged in their work and feel a deep connection to it, they deliver Passionate Performance. Passionate Performance creates satisfied relationships, and ultimately, value for the organization. Some people are naturally engaged in their work and consistently deliver Passionate Performance. The most effective leaders learn how to bring these qualities out in everyone. They invest time, energy and resources to engage their people because engaged employees are more likely to: stay with the organization perform at higher levels influence others to perform well  promote the organization externally deliver unparalleled customer service develop a competitive advantage Lee J. Colan, Ph.D. is co-founder of The L Group, Inc., a consulting firm serving leaders since 1999. The L Group equips and inspires leaders at every level to engage teams and execute plans. Lee's cut-through-the-clutter models resonate with leaders living in an information-rich, time-poor world. He has authored 12 popular leadership books that have been translated into 10 languages, including the bestselling Engaging the Hearts and Minds of All your Employees and Stick with It: Mastering the Art of Adherence.   For more infomration about Lee Colan, please visit The LGoup.00:30:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership,Optimize Growth,Optimize Giving,Leadership Development,PerformanceAre you looking for a time-tested, real-world and validated formula for Passionate Performance?   Join the first in a series of conversations as we invite Leehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/07/30/pioneer-leadershipBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/07/30/pioneer-leadership/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/07/30/pioneer-leadershipTue, 30 Jul 2013 17:00:00 GMTPioneer Leadership Are you looking to be a Pioneer leader or Pioneer organization with a purpose for greater giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Barry George, Founder and Coach with Impact Ventures as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how traditional leadership concepts are being challenged by dramatic changes to global economics and new demands of the workforce.     Demographics for our current and emerging workforce have been shaped to a large degree by the global economic changes over the last 20 years.  Leaders must cope with the differences of Baby Boomers and GenX.  In addition to pioneer leadership having a framework for these three generations in the workplace for the purposes of business growth, pioneer leaders must reach forward into the next two generations, GenZ and GenAlpha, to prepare them for a future world that is promising nothing but uncertainty.    Finally, it's time to discuss if leadership is attained or should it be distributed through all generations.  Leadership may be the one resource for which there is no substitute.   About Barry George Barry George is a transformational leader with a pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit and the resourcefulness necessary to unlock an individual and organization’s potential and achieve new levels of success. Mr. George has a history of revamping organizations for growth into new and existing markets, product lines, and strategic opportunities resulting in revenue, profitability and growth and increased shareholder value.   For more background and to connect with Barry George, please see his LinkedIn profile. 00:32:00Andrew RauchnoPioneer Leader,Pioneer Organization,Leadership,Leadership Development,PhilanthropyAre you looking to be a Pioneer leader or Pioneer organization with a purpose for greater giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Barry George, Founder ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/07/18/the-macro-managing-advantage-for-growthBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/07/18/the-macro-managing-advantage-for-growth/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/07/18/the-macro-managing-advantage-for-growthThu, 18 Jul 2013 17:00:00 GMTThe Macro-Managing™ Advantage for Growth Are you looking to be a macro-manager vs. a micro-manager to lead and manage the big picture in your organization?   Join the conversation as we invite Dwaine Canova, Founder and CEO of Macro-Managing and Author of “The Macro-Managing Advantage” as he shares some insight, thought leadership, best practices and practical tools for how to develop a framework for growth and giving.     About The Author Dwaine Canova is an accomplished international entrepreneur who has grown his own companies and helped many others grow theirs as well. He built one company from a single employee to over 3,000 with operations in five countries and dozens of billion dollar multi-national corporations as clients.   He earned a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, where he was also a teaching fellow. Canova has spoken around the world. His speech to the Stanford Alumni Association, Customer Focused Companies: Using Integrated Marketing Practices to Increase Profitability is sold as part of their video series, Executive Briefings.   Canova currently serves as CEO of Macro-Managing, LLC..   For more background and to connect with Dwaine Canova, please see his LinkedIn profile or visit macro-managing.com.00:31:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership,Leadership Development,Organizational Development,Entrepreneurial,ManagementAre you looking to be a macro-manager vs. a micro-manager to lead and manage the big picture in your organization?   Join the conversation as we invite Dwainehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/07/11/becoming-a-solid-and-sustainable-leaderBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/07/11/becoming-a-solid-and-sustainable-leader/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/07/11/becoming-a-solid-and-sustainable-leaderThu, 11 Jul 2013 17:00:00 GMTBecoming a SOLID leader Are you looking to be a SOLID leader while building a SOLID organization that is growing with a purpose for giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Daniel Mueller, Founder and CEO of SOLID Partners as he shares some insight, thought leadership and best practices for how to build a thriving organization while helping build a thriving community by generating lifelong and SOLID leadership principles:  Service - serving people with a passion for excellenceOrganization - embracing organizational development best practicesLeadership - modeling leadership principles that we seek to impartIntegrity - maintaining and promoting a high standard of integrityDesign - designing a win-win, sustainable and long-term success strategies  About Daniel Mueller Daniel J. Mueller is an early pioneer of the executive coaching industry. He has 14 years’ experience as President and CEO of a senior executive coaching and advisory firm and 11 years as CEO of three professional services organizations. He serves as President and CEO for SOLIDexecutive, Inc.   Mueller’s experience and background in organization design and development (OD) has shaped his coaching approach, creating custom-tailored solutions which are practical and bottom-line focused. This resonates with senior executives, who want tangible, measurable improvements in their executives’ and organization’s performance.   For more background and to connect with Daniel Mueller, please see his LinkedIn profile.00:31:00Andrew RauchnoService,Organization,Leadership,Integrity,DesignAre you looking to be a SOLID leader while building a SOLID organization that is growing with a purpose for giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Danielhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/06/27/affordable-care-actBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/06/27/affordable-care-act/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/06/27/affordable-care-actThu, 27 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMTThe Affordable Care Act and Your Business Are you looking to grow your organization while implementing the Affordable Care Act?   Join the conversation as we invite Dr. Tony Dale entrepreneur, Founder of thehealthcoop.com as he shares some insight and thought leadership for how to help individuals, families, businesses and churches successfully navigate this maze together.    Dr. Dale spent many years as a family physician and as a missionary, and understands the challenges that are encountered by Christians in an insurance-led health care world. In 1996, he founded The Karis Group, Inc., to negotiate costs incurred to members of Christian Sharing Organizations. That company has now expanded and works with thousands of members of many various organizations, employer groups and insurance companies. The Health Co-Op was the natural outgrowth of his concern to provide the best for the Christian public and provides a comprehensive, yet easily affordable, approach to dealing with health care costs, one of the greatest challenges facing our nation.00:30:00Andrew RauchnoAffordable Care Act,Leadership Development,Leadership,Venture,PhilanthropyAre you looking to grow your organization while implementing the Affordable Care Act?   Join the conversation as we invite Dr. Tony Dale entrepreneur, Founderhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/30/building-a-thriving-community-of-winnersBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/30/building-a-thriving-community-of-winners/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/30/building-a-thriving-community-of-winnersThu, 30 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTBuilding a Thriving Community of Winners   Are you looking for a real-world example for an organization that is growing with a purpose for giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Jerry Davis, President and CEO of Austin Goodwill Industries as he shares some insight and thought leadership for how to build a thriving organization while helping build a thriving community by generating lifelong connections to work.   Jerry Davis will share some insight into the vision where every person has access to meaningful work and some of the core values that drives that vision: Everyone matters. We conduct ourselves with integrity. We focus on strengthening families as the best way to help individual. We value our planet. Our entrepreneurial spirit drives innovation to create opportunities. Collaboration is powerful. For more infomration about Jerry Davis or Goodwill Austin.    00:31:00Andrew RauchnoServant Leader,Philanthropy,Social Capital,Entrepreneurial,Community ImpactAre you looking for a real-world example for an organization that is growing with a purpose for giving?   Join the conversation as we invite Jerryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/23/stick-with-it--mastering-the-art-of-adherenceBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/23/stick-with-it--mastering-the-art-of-adherence/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/23/stick-with-it--mastering-the-art-of-adherenceThu, 23 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTStick with It - Mastering the Art of Adherence Are you looking a time-tested, real-world validated formula for growing and winning?   Join the conversation as we invite  Lee J. Colan, Ph.D., seasoned Business Leader Coach and Author as he shares some insight and thought leadership for how to master the Art of Adherence. "Stick with It" reveals a time-tested, real-world validated formula for winning.   FOCUS x COMPETENCE x PASSION = ADHERENCE    When you consistently sharpen Focus, build Competence and ignite Passion, you plant the seeds of victory. Initially, you may not see tangible results, but rest assured growth is occurring under the surface. As individuals and teams stick with it, momentum builds, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of victory.   The authors, including leadership guru Lee J. Colan, draw upon 25 years of corporate leadership, field research, executive consulting, and training with many of the world's leading organizations. They share winning insights from JPMorgan, The Container Store, Fossil, KidKraft, National Motor Club, Sears, Southwest Airlines, The Hartford, UCLA Health Center and more!   For more info, www.thelgroup.com/stickwithitbook/   00:31:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership Development,Employee Engagement,Competence,Passion,AdherenceAre you looking a time-tested, real-world validated formula for growing and winning?   Join the conversation as we invite  Lee J. Colan, Ph.D., seasoned Bushttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/16/building-lifetime-relational-valueBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/16/building-lifetime-relational-value/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/16/building-lifetime-relational-valueThu, 16 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTBuilding Lifetime Relational Value Are you looking to create lifetime value and make a difference?   Join the conversation as we invite Cindy Goldsberry, Expert Coach, and Author as she shares some insight and thought leadership for how individuals can move a vendor type relationship to a value creator.   Cindy has thirty years of sales and marketing expertise developing and implementing sales-generating marketing and business strategies for companies focused on high growth, re-tooling sales teams and accelerating effective sales performance.   Leveraging the ZFactor methodology, she works with corporate leadership to impact revenue performance by engaging sales and marketing resources strategically and tactically to create client relationships with Lifetime Value and profit for the company.    In 2006 she joined Boundless Network, an Austin Ventures portfolio company where sales grew from $800K in 2005 to $54MM in 2012. As VP Strategic Sales and Services starting in 2008, she built the Enterprise Account Services division which represented 30% of company revenues in 2012. She used the ZFactor methodology to acquire, develop and retain client relationships and to develop a channel of 100+ sales professionals.   Other experience includes sales with Motorola, Manager with Ernst & Young’s Information Technology Group, franchise owner, MarCom Director for an Internet company IPO, and partner of her own sales and marketing consulting firm prior to Boundless. She launched ZFactor Sales Accelerator Group in 2013. She is still serving as a Sales Advisor to Boundless Network.   00:30:00Andrew RauchnoSales Acceleration,Lifetime Value,Top-Line Performance,Servant Leadership,ZFactorAre you looking to create lifetime value and make a difference?   Join the conversation as we invite Cindy Goldsberry, Expert Coach, and Author as she shares shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/09/having-fun-while-making-an-impact-in-the-marketBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/09/having-fun-while-making-an-impact-in-the-market/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/09/having-fun-while-making-an-impact-in-the-marketThu, 09 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTHaving Fun while Making an Impact in the Market Are you looking to make a difference and have fun making a dream come true? Join the conversation as we invite Michael Donegan, entrepreneur, Founder and President of Soft Side Toys as he shares some insight and thought leadership for how to go from an idea to building a good old fashioned product. Professional product strategist with expertise in manufacturing and sales of defect-free products in US and China environments.  00:31:00Andrew RauchnoEntrepreneurship,Marketing,Manufacturing,Leadership,InnovationAre you looking to make a difference and have fun making a dream come true? Join the conversation as we invite Michael Donegan, entrepreneur, Founder and Preshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/02/making-personal-integrity-and-reliability-a-winning-factorBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/02/making-personal-integrity-and-reliability-a-winning-factor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/05/02/making-personal-integrity-and-reliability-a-winning-factorThu, 02 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTMaking Personal Integrity and Reliability a Winning Factor Are you looking to make a difference with personal accountability and reliability?   Join the conversation as we invite Jim Bledsoe, Seasoned Executive and Busines Leader as he shares some insight and thought leadership for how make a difference with personal integrity and reliability.   Given his career as an executive at FedEx and Pulte Homes, he enjoys being able to identify commonalities and putting people and teams together, happiest when he is providing help and value beyond the expected. Through his role as partner in two firms, LGE Execs and Tribuo Solutions, Jim is able to step into a wide variety of interim executive roles with both early stage companies as well as mature, Fortune 500 firms. While classifying himself as a generalist, others tend to paint him with the brush of supply chain, operations and business development specialist. He is equated with logistics. Two current initiatives with which he is involved are clean tech and renewable energy.   Jim serves on two advisory boards, (consumer electronics firm and a green-build firm) and is a coach and mentor, dedicated to development of young students, leaders and professionals. He also believes strongly in giving back, as evidenced by his deep involvement in charitable organizations like March of Dimes and ALS.   00:31:00Andrew RauchnoLeadership,Operational Excellence,Integrity,Character,PhilanthropyAre you looking to make a difference with personal accountability and reliability?   Join the conversation as we invite Jim Bledsoe, Seasoned Executive and Bushttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/25/building-a-valuation-framework-for-your-organization100 products in 7 families with $700M in annual product revenue.   ]]>100 products in 7 families with $700M in annual product revenue.   ]]>Businesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/25/building-a-valuation-framework-for-your-organization/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/25/building-a-valuation-framework-for-your-organizationThu, 25 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMTBuilding a Valuation Framework for your Organization100 products in 7 families with $700M in annual product revenue.   ]]> Are you looking to optimize your orgnization's value and ability to be acquired with key partner relationships?   Join the conversation as we invite Bob Barker, Expert Coach, and Founder of 20/20 Outlook as he shares some insight,  thought leadership and a “valuation framework” for how your organization can be acquired at the best price.   Established businesses sometimes hit a plateau. Though the CEO has a vision for growth, translating it into clear, well-supported strategies can be challenging. Bob Barker has a passion for helping CEO's achieve their vision for their enterprise by creating breakout strategies that lead to exceptional execution.    A rare combination of C level experience both in large public companies as well as startups provides unique insights. Over a 30-year period, Bob has negotiated and implemented multiple partnerships with major industry players, resulting in new products that drove multi-million dollar increases in revenue. Bob has also led multiple acquisitions for a large company. As Entrepreneur in Residence for an early stage venture firm, Bob's evaluations led to investments in emerging technology companies and more recently, Bob has guided product direction and technical partnership efforts for a billion-dollar software company, driving revenue and mindshare for a portfolio of >100 products in 7 families with $700M in annual product revenue.   00:31:00Andrew RauchnoMarketing Leadership,Business Development,Mergers and Acquisitions,Positioning,Product MarketingAre you looking to optimize your orgnization's value and ability to be acquired with key partner relationships?   Join the conversation as we invite Bob Barkerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/18/reveal-and-release-untapped-growth-and-giving-potentialBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/18/reveal-and-release-untapped-growth-and-giving-potential/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/18/reveal-and-release-untapped-growth-and-giving-potentialThu, 18 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMTReveal and Release Untapped Growth and Giving Potential Looking to quickly identify and implement a framework for faster growth and greater giving? Join the conversation as we invte Alan Goldsberry, Founder and CEO of XY Leadership and Author as he shares some insight for how to develop a framework to quickly improve the way an individual or organizations takes the right actions toward achieving desired success with a view to greater giving and serving.  As the founding partner and CEO of LeaderXY Group, Alan’s business and leadership experience spans thirty-three years of founding, operating, leading, and advising private, public companies, and non-profit organizations. He has served in the roles of founder/owner, executive, CEO/President, Director, and Chairman. Direct business involvements have included start-ups, partnerships, public companies, franchises and he has experienced rapid growth through mergers and acquisitions, restructures, and fast internal sales growth. Alan co-founded and guided Allied Waste Industries (NYSE – AW) from startup to going public through a reverse merger and rapid growth for eleven years. 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoOrganizational Development,Learning Management,Performance Management,Servant Leadership,CoacingLooking to quickly identify and implement a framework for faster growth and greater giving? Join the conversation as we invte Alan Goldsberry, Founder and CEOhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/11/making-a-difference-with-the-power-of-a-personal-brandBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/11/making-a-difference-with-the-power-of-a-personal-brand/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/11/making-a-difference-with-the-power-of-a-personal-brandThu, 11 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMTMaking a Difference with the Power of a Personal Brand Are you looking to make a difference with you as a Brand? Join the conversation as we invite Doug Whatley Expert Coach, Career Architect and P.I.P. Master as he shares some insight and thought leadership for how Self-Branding is taking over the Power-Branding once owned by corporations. Mr. Whatley has devoted his life to building Human Capital and Talent Management businesses that have focused on areas of HR, Recruiting, Talent Management, Career Coaching, Organizational Development, Professional Success and Personal Achievement. Through his career he has developed relationships across the spectrum of industries with large corporations, small/medium businesses and venture start-ups building a brand name with executives, technology experts, and all manner of business and professional people. 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoCoaching,Marketing,Branding,Organizational Development,Talent ManagementAre you looking to make a difference with you as a Brand? Join the conversation as we invite Doug Whatley Expert Coach, Career Architect and P.I.P. Master ashttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/04/using-the-cloud-to-move-ministry-forwardBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/04/using-the-cloud-to-move-ministry-forward/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/04/04/using-the-cloud-to-move-ministry-forwardThu, 04 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMTUsing the Cloud to Move Ministry Forward Looking to leverage innovative technology to grow your not-for-profit?  Join the conversation as we invte Rashan Thompson, Founder and CEO of  Cload4ministry.com as he shares some insight for how he is using technology and innovation to advance the mission and vision of ministries around the world. While working at companies such as J.P. Morgan Chase, New York Times and SprintNextel as an Operations Executive, Rashan Thompson, was responsible for identifying cutting edge cloud technologies to manage operations. In 2002 Rashan successfully launched Strategic Service Group, a cloud technology and operations consulting firm. As a dedicated man of faith, Rashan was keenly aware of how ministries could benefit from these powerful tools. 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoCloud Computing,Ministry,Philanthropy,Leadership,ServingLooking to leverage innovative technology to grow your not-for-profit?  Join the conversation as we invte Rashan Thompson, Founder and CEO of  Cload4ministry.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/03/28/building-a-beautiful-product-and-companyBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/03/28/building-a-beautiful-product-and-company/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/03/28/building-a-beautiful-product-and-companyThu, 28 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMTBuilding a Beautiful Product and CompanyIn this segment Tony Vargas, CEO and Founder of Tilthe Beauty will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. Tony will share some best practices, ideas and practical  insights for how to launch and grow a new company and product line.   00:31:00Andrew RauchnoStart-up,Entrepreneur,Product Development,Innovation,StrategyIn this segment Tony Vargas, CEO and Founder of Tilthe Beauty will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. Tony will share some best practichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/03/14/creating-business-plans-that-actually-get-fundedBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/03/14/creating-business-plans-that-actually-get-funded/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/03/14/creating-business-plans-that-actually-get-fundedThu, 14 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMTCreating Business Plans that Actually Get Funded Looking to raise cash for a great business?    Join us as we invite Cheree Warrick Author of Creating Business Plans that actually get Financed. She’s a national speaker, expert and the author of the book – Creating Business Plans that Actually Get Financed. Her strategies are praised by numerous angel investors and commercial bankers including Barbara Corcoran of the hit TV show Shark Tank and Valerie Gaydos – the founder of the Angel Venture Forum. 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoFunding,Business Plans,Angel Investors,Business Plan,Shark TankLooking to raise cash for a great business?    Join us as we invite Cheree Warrick Author of Creating Business Plans that actually get Financed. She’s a natihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/28/maximizing-personal-leadership-effectivenessBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/28/maximizing-personal-leadership-effectiveness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/28/maximizing-personal-leadership-effectivenessThu, 28 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMTMaximizing Personal Leadership Effectiveness Looking to maximize your organization's Personal Leadership Effectiveness?    Join us as we invite Doug Tucker, President and Co-Founder of Future Achievement International share some insights, best practices and practical ideas for how to build a character-driven organization. Doug Tucker is the driving visionary for Future Achievement's proprietary "character-based" MERIT Integrated Solutions that help solve business challenges regarding talent acquisition, employee development and succession planning initiatives.  Mr. Tucker is the primary architect of several intellectual properties that integrate practical applications for character-based leadership development, integrated with "predictive technologies" that help organizations assess and measure personal leadership efficiencies to help improve overall performance and productivity. 00:30:00Andrew RauchnoPersonal Leadership Effectiveness,character-driven organization,predictive technologies,leadership,top-line performanceLooking to maximize your organization's Personal Leadership Effectiveness?    Join us as we invite Doug Tucker, President and Co-Founder of Future Achievemenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/21/optimizing-top-line-revenue-performanceBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/21/optimizing-top-line-revenue-performance/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/21/optimizing-top-line-revenue-performanceThu, 21 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMTOptimizing Top-Line Revenue Performance   In this segment Charles Besondy, B2B marketing expert, interim CMO, revenue marketer, certified funnel coach, author, speaker will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. Charles will share some best practices, ideas and practical  insights for how to optimize and manage your revenue funnel.   The buying process for business products and services has changed dramatically in the past five years. Why should companies with traditional views of the sales funnel  be concerned? What steps can be taken to align their sales and marketing efforts with the new buyers’ journey?  00:31:00Andrew RauchnoFunnel Management,Top-Line Revenue,Buying Process,B2B Sales Performance,Sales CoachingIn this segment Charles Besondy, B2B marketing expert, interim CMO, revenue marketer, certified funnel coach, author, speaker will continue our conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/14/pictures-worth-a-1k-deals-how-visual-selling-sets-you-apartBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/14/pictures-worth-a-1k-deals-how-visual-selling-sets-you-apart/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/14/pictures-worth-a-1k-deals-how-visual-selling-sets-you-apartThu, 14 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMTHow Visual Selling Sets You ApartPictures are Worth a Thousand Deals   Join us as we invite Britton Manasco with two decades of deep expertise in business technology and professional services focused on developing strategic marketing and sales enablement programs to build business credibility, generate demand and enhance sales outreach.   Find out how to challenge indecision and turn observers into advocates.  Discover how "visual provocations" can vividly and memorably demonstrate the case for change. Learn how product leaders, marketers and sales teams are collaborating to create a sense of urgency and overcome decision paralysis.   For background info www.visibleimpact.com 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoVisual Selling,Top Line Revenue,Messaging,Message Map,Sales AccelerationPictures are Worth a Thousand Deals   Join us as we invite Britton Manasco with two decades of deep expertise in business technology and professional serviceshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/12/grow-revenue-with-a-high-performing-productserviceBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/12/grow-revenue-with-a-high-performing-productservice/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/12/grow-revenue-with-a-high-performing-productserviceTue, 12 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMTGrow Revenue with a High Performing Product/ServiceIn this segment Bob Howard, Founder and CEO with Sales Overdrive will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. We will share some best practices, rapid insights and some practical ways for how to grow your organization by establishing a high-performing product or service for your organization.   For some background on our gust speaker for our show today, please visit salesoverdrive. 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoSales Acceleration,Top-Line Performance,Product Superiority,Service Superiority,PositioningIn this segment Bob Howard, Founder and CEO with Sales Overdrive will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. We will share some best practihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/07/how-e-commerce-is-changing-to-find-new-revenueBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/07/how-e-commerce-is-changing-to-find-new-revenue/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/02/07/how-e-commerce-is-changing-to-find-new-revenueThu, 07 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMTHow e-commerce is Changing to Find New RevenueIn this segment, Kyle Sanders, eCommerce entrepreneur and co-founder of Complete Web Resources will discuss how to drive sales, search placements, and profit for businesses in the online retail space. Kyle will share some of his expertise running his own eCommerce business and an SEO firm.   For some background info: www.completewebresources.com 00:29:00Andrew RauchnoTop Line Revenue,Marketing Communication,Retail Marketing,e-commerce,Sales AccelerationIn this segment, Kyle Sanders, eCommerce entrepreneur and co-founder of Complete Web Resources will discuss how to drive sales, search placements, and profit fohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/01/31/optimizing-top-line-revenue-productivityBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/01/31/optimizing-top-line-revenue-productivity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/01/31/optimizing-top-line-revenue-productivityThu, 31 Jan 2013 18:00:00 GMTOptimizing Top-Line Revenue ProductivityIn this segment James Ortelli, Founder and CEO with GeoSales will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. James will share some exciting news about GeoSales and how their service helps organizations make better decisions from their marketing, sales and customer data.00:31:00Andrew RauchnoRevenue Engine,Measurement,Data Management,Data Visualization,DashboardIn this segment James Ortelli, Founder and CEO with GeoSales will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. James will share some exciting newhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/01/24/how-seo-is-changing-to-find-new-revenue-1Businesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/01/24/how-seo-is-changing-to-find-new-revenue-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/01/24/how-seo-is-changing-to-find-new-revenue-1Thu, 24 Jan 2013 18:00:00 GMTHow SEO is Changing to Find New RevenueSEO and web marketing tactics are highly effective methods to generate leads and revenue. Getting your website to come up at the top of the search results for keywords with commercial intent means you are placing your business in front of people when they have already entered the buying cycle. They are looking for what you have to sell and select from a few options that pop up at the top of Google or Bing. Join us as we invite Ryan Howard with more than a decade of web marketing experience including doubling the size of what is now the top ranked SEO agency in his local Austin Texas market." For more info please visit www.completewebresources.com 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoTop-Line Revenue,Sales Tools,SEO Marketing,Web Marketing,Sales PerformanceSEO and web marketing tactics are highly effective methods to generate leads and revenue. Getting your website to come up at the top of the search results for khttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/01/10/sales-closing-toolkitBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/01/10/sales-closing-toolkit/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2013/01/10/sales-closing-toolkitThu, 10 Jan 2013 22:00:00 GMTSales Closing ToolkitIn this segment Bob Howard, Founder and CEO with Sales Overdrive will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. We will share some best practices, rapid insights and some practical ways for how to grow your organization by engaing in best practices for clpsing new business. For some practical tools related to our show today, please visit salesoverdrive and get the closing toolkit. 00:31:00Andrew RauchnoSelling,Sales Closing,Sales Teaming,Sales Coaching,Sales TrainingIn this segment Bob Howard, Founder and CEO with Sales Overdrive will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. We will share some best practihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2012/12/05/initiating-a-new-revenue-opportunityBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2012/12/05/initiating-a-new-revenue-opportunity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2012/12/05/initiating-a-new-revenue-opportunityWed, 05 Dec 2012 18:00:00 GMTInitiating a New Revenue OpportunityIn this segment Bob Howard, Founder and CEO with Sales Overdrive will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. We will share some best practices, rapid insights and some practical ways for how to grow your organization by engaing in new revenue opportunities. For some practical tools related to our show today, please visit salesoverdrive. 00:16:00Andrew RauchnoTop-Line Revenue,Lead Development,Sales,Sales Training,Sales ProcessIn this segment Bob Howard, Founder and CEO with Sales Overdrive will continue our conversation for how to grow top-line revenue. We will share some best practihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2012/11/21/engaging-a-new-revenue-opportunityBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2012/11/21/engaging-a-new-revenue-opportunity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/growtogive/2012/11/21/engaging-a-new-revenue-opportunityWed, 21 Nov 2012 18:00:00 GMTEngaging a New Revenue OpportunityIn this segment Bob Howard, Founder and CEO with Sales Overdrive will share best practices, rapid isights and some practical ways on how to grow top line revenue by engaing in new revenue opportunities.00:28:00Andrew RauchnoLead Development,Relationship Currency,Sales Process,Sales Coaching,Authentic BusinessIn this segment Bob Howard, Founder and CEO with Sales Overdrive will share best practices, rapid isights and some practical ways on how to grow top line revenu