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Episode 71
Chasing the American Dream: Inspiring Stories of Ambition, Achievement, and Success
Guest Darko Mandich, co-founder of MeliBio
April 25, 2024
How does a man, who spent a significant portion of his life in war-torn Croatia and Serbia, immigrate to America and achieve the American Dream in record time? Darko Mandich shares with us how! After moving to the USA in 2020, he immediately partnered with a scientist to help realize his vision of saving the planet by saving bees. He and his partner, Aaron, are co-founders of MeliBio, a food technology company that manufactures vegan honey. Be(e!) on the lookout for Mellody honey popping up in local grocers in the near future.
How do you find the courage to make a 180° change in your life?
Join host Angie Witkowski each week as she delves into these questions and more with the “ordinary” extraordinary, real-life people who are accomplishing amazing things. Every episode features an inspiring story that shares tools and strategies you can use for your own journey to amazing.
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Episode 70
Former Marine Officer's Journey from Battlefield to Boardroom, Revealing Management Mastery at Google and Twitter
Guest Russ Laraway, former Marine and Author
April 18, 2024
Russ Laraway has a story to tell! Not only does he have an impressive career (the Marine Corps, Google, Twitter, Qualtrics, Radical Candor and more!!), but he’s got an impressive book, “When They Win, You Win,” that provides managers with data-driven guidance that takes the mystery out of management and leadership. If you’re looking for practical and proven guidance to help you transform a group of individuals into a team, this is your Bet on You episode!
Episode 69
Success Secrets: How Blue Star Families' Founder Balances Passion and Career for Inspiring Results
Guest Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO and Board President of Blue Star Families
April 11, 2024
When former White House Staffer, Kathy Roth-Douquet, found herself in the role of “Marine Corps Spouse,” she had a profound realization that recharted her career. She knew military families, otherwise known as Blue Star Families, didn’t have advocacy at the highest levels of government. She also knew that without advocacy, you don’t have a voice. She saw her opportunity to create a non-profit that has since become the world’s largest advocacy group for American military families. Hear Kathy’s story and be inspired on how to take your passion, experience, and recreate your career.
Episode 68
Unlocking Success: Dana Perino's Expert Career Tips for Growth
Guest Dana Perino, Anchor of America's Newsroom and Co-Host of The Five
April 4, 2024
FOX News Anchor, Dana Perino, gives us her best career advice, which is relevant to all of us, at any stage in our career. Learn from the master on how to network, leverage your mentors, and deal with the daily pressure in your work. Dana also shares some powerful, behind-the-scenes experiences of what it's like to work for the President of the United States. She shares with us the power of listening, and how to be both seen and heard. You’re not going to want to miss this episode!
Episode 67
Relationship Transformation: How Being Vulnerable Makes You Strong
Featuring Host, Angie Witkowski, Former Marine Corps Captain and NY Times Best Selling Author
March 14, 2024
“It was the best/worst thing that ever happened to me.” Angie Witkowski shares the invaluable lessons she learned while navigating her divorce to a man she was married to for 17 years. She shares guidance on how to support kids through the process while still betting on herself so she could come out of the experience stronger and more resilient.
Episode 66
Financial Independence: Shape Your Tomorrow
Guest Stephanie Cox, Former CEO of Wood Americas
March 7, 2024
It’s no surprise that money gives you security. Did you ever think, though, that financial challenges could be holding you back, professionally speaking? Hear from former CEO, Stephanie Cox, on wise, practical money moves you need to make at whatever career stage you’re in.
Episode 65
The Secrets to Leveling-Up in Your Career
Guest Kathy Kobe, Principal at K2 Consulting
February 29, 2024
This episode is special. Kathy Kobe was one of those managers who you’d follow wherever she went. I’d know, because she was my manager at the earliest stages of my career and when she left, I said “take me with you!”. Fortunately, she did, and I had the chance to observe what she did differently that set her apart from all the other managers. Hear from real-world leader, Kathy Kobe, on how to rise fast in your career and learn the secrets to leveling-up.
Episode 64
How to Find Inspiration
Guest Allison Holzer, Co-Founder & Principal Consultant at InspireCorps and Master Certified Coach (MCC)
February 22, 2024
Unstructured time. Do you ever get it? Well, there’s a gift awaiting you when you stop being so busy and start disconnecting. Ah-ha moments are found when we’re in periods of reflection. Learn from inspiration expert, Allison Holzer, on how to stay inspired every day, especially when you find yourself in a challenging place.
Episode 63
The Future of Work - Leading & Developing People in a Post-Pandemic Environment
Guest Kate Bravery, Mercer Chief of HR and Workforce Thought Leader
February 15, 2024
You play a key role in the lives of others! From the author of “Work Different: 10 Truths for Winning in the People Age,” Kate Bravery shares proven practices that help you transform your work environment into a place where people are inspired to deliver their best. After all, on your transformation journey, isn’t it better when you’re among a group also committed to reaching their full potential?
Episode 62
How to Disagree Productively
Guest Joanna Massey, Corporate Director
February 8, 2024
Here’s the deal on your life’s transformation: you’re going to find people who don’t support you. How do you move through disagreement without compromising your dreams, values, and point of view? It’s not digging your heels in or budging on your position. There’s another way. Dr. Joanna Massey is going to show us how respect, curiosity, and sharing our stories is the gateway to productive, healthy relationships.
Episode 61
Unstuck Your Life - How to Keep Moving Forward
Guest Jeff DeGraff, Dean of Innovation and professor at the University of Michigan
February 1, 2024
Ross School of Businesses’ Dean of Innovation is here to share with you how to apply business innovation practices to your life. If you’re stuck, dissatisfied, and feeling like you have no options, Jeff DeGraff will share with you creativity practices that can help you re-imagine the position you find yourself in…and create a path for your breakthrough.
Episode 60
Embracing Transformation Despite Fear
Guest Ena Hull, Experienced COO and Board Advisor
January 25, 2024
Ena Hull is an accomplished executive who rose through the ranks of a career in education before making a significant pivot into the world of finance. Ena’s an accomplished speaker, advisor, and guide. Learn from Ena how to take your life experiences and channel them into a new direction, while ensuring that you remain authentic and true to yourself on the journey.
Episode 59
How to Have Fun in Life
Guest Paul A. Long, Founder and Author of FUNdamism
January 18, 2024
Culture expert, creator of Fundamism, and author Paul Long wants you to have more fun in your life - and he’s here to share with you how! Tune into this wildly engaging, informative Bet on You conversation where you can learn the fundamentals of fun and how to discover joy in each and every day.
Episode 58
Making Changes in Your Life
Guest Vernice 'FlyGirl' Armour
DECEMBER 7, 2023
It’s always a great day when I get to connect with a fellow Marine Corps Officer. Vernice "FlyGirl" Armour is a trailblazer: first black woman combat pilot. She’s also an endless source of wisdom and inspiration. "V," as her friends call her, helps us get gutsy – the key to overcoming obstacles in our lives that prevent us from pursuing our dreams. If something stands between you and your goal, tune into this episode! You’ll learn how to become unstoppable.
Episode 57
Making Changes in Your Life
Guest Anne Bonney
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
When was the last time you danced in the discomfort zone? Believe it or not, that’s where growth happens. When we’re uncomfortable, yes - there’s a risk we’ll likely screw up. Yet, we’ll figure it out and get back on the right road in pursuit of our dreams. Hear from motivational speaker Anne Bonney … she’ll share with you the Three P’s of personal change.
Episode 56
Finding Joy in Whatever Stage of Life You’re In
Guest Jeannette Cajide
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Stop looking outward to make yourself happy. Tune inward and discover the secrets to joy, fulfillment, and your purpose. Jeannette Cajide reminds us that whatever we enjoyed doing as kids would probably bring us similar satisfaction today. Hear these bits of wisdom (among many) and be inspired by a real-world leader’s practical wisdom and guidance designed to help us reach our potential.
Get More from Jeanette Cajide
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanettecajide/
- Website: https://whoisjc.com/
