Thrive Loud With Lou Diamond

Tracy Timm is the founder of The Nth Degree Career Academy, a proven system that helps high-potential professionals define and discover work they love. She has also worked with over 100 fast-growing businesses, teaching them the new levers of loyalty that help attract, engage, and retain top talent. If you want to be rich in every sense of the word-- financial, freedom, and fulfillment-- she has the courses, content, and common sense you need to take you from stuck to unstoppable. Hear her story, passion, focus and how Tracy Thrives LOUD every day! *** Connect to Lou Diamond: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Plucked from their engaging conversation in early 2018, C. Lee Smith shares with Lou Diamond the importance of 'making it personal' as it relates to business today. *** Connect to Lou Diamond: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Phyllis Weiss Haserot is the foremost workplace multi-generational expert speaking with a cross-generational voice. She brings an unusual combination of marketing, conflict resolution and organizational effectiveness, expertise and track record to help organizations solve the urgent, nuanced and sensitive intergenerational challenges that can hinder productivity, client relationships, effective multigenerational teamwork and business development results. Clients often say she has an unusual ability to relate to all the different generations - and, in turn, to help them to better understand each other and work harmoniously. The provocative You Can’t Google it! -The Compelling Case for Cross-Generational Conversation at Work (Morgan James Publishing 2018), examines through the lens of each generation 10 essential skills and traits for success that can’t be acquired, learned or practiced by searching the internet and argues that generational diversity is the missing piece that informs and influences all other as

“The right combination of people and technology always wins.” A truly self-made man. who started with nothing more than a two-year Associate’s degree and a passion for technology. Over the past 20+ years, Charles Cantu transformed that knowledge and passion into numerous multi-million dollar organizations – ensuring the success (and gratitude) of stakeholders and businesses. Charles has managed everything from local and national iTV, VOD, mobile and online sales strategies for industry leaders such as Disney, Microsoft, Time Warner, Comcast, Cox Media and more. He’s also worked extensively on both the supply and demand side of the digital advertising. He is currently the founder of a great innovative company called RESET Digital and he takes time out to connect with Lou Diamond on Thrive LOUD. *** Connect to Lou Diamond: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Sue Bryce is one of the most recognizable photographers in the imaging industry. Her glamour, fashion and portrait style transcend past stereotypes and has changed the face of portrait photography. She has created her own ground-breaking educational platform, in which she uses her signature techniques to educate photographers and empower businesses internationally. Born and raised in New Zealand, now lives and works in Los Angeles this Kiwi epitomizes what Thrive LOUD is all about. Enjoy this engaging conversation between Sue Bryce and Lou Diamond. *** Connect to Lou Diamond:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to ThriveLOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Kerri Accardi is a woman that left on a soul mission to educate the world about cannabis Now... that mission has turned into viable businesses, multiple contracts with television, the ongoing creation of cannabis content with mainstream and industry distribution opportunities! Her company 420MEDIA was created specifically for the cannabis industry to showcase their brands and products through high end digital content, integrated marketing, advertising, PR and websites. Kerri shares with Lou Diamond her passion, her focus and desire to raise awareness around cannabis and the thriving industry it has created. *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Jeanette Bronée was born and raised in Denmark and has always had a curiosity about what drives our choices. She started her first company at 23 and learned first-hand at 25, heading up a team of 50 people, what burnout feels like. After both her parents died of cancer just 1 year apart, and being told at the age of 40, that it was only a matter of when she was going to get cancer too, she founded PATH FOR LIFE to bring awareness to our own power for taking charge of our health and daily wellbeing, even when we are busy and for the past 15 years she has been coaching leaders on how to create a foundation for sustainable success through mindfulness and self-care. She's a keynote & TEDX speaker, author, work nourished strategist and CEO & founder of Path for Life. Jeanette is a woman that believes the key to our human performance & happiness is our inner fuel. Enjoy this fun interview as Jeanette connects with Lou on Thrive LOUD. *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Th

The self-appointed Mrs. Dow Jones — a.k.a. Haley Sacks — is on Thrive LOUD.  Haley is serving finance memes to the masses by marrying her two loves (celebrity culture and finance). Mrs. Dow Jones is a financial media company that makes Keeping Up With the Dow Joneses as fun as Keeping Up With the Kardashians. Using a deadly combo of pop culture, humor and financial knowledge, this growing media brand translates Wall Street into content millennials will understand. Part Paris Hilton, part Suzie Orman, follow this brand to learn about everything from cryptocurrencies to Warren Buffett. #FinanceIsCool The 20-something NYC native works part-time as a producer and the rest cultivating the MDJ brand (there's also a Youtube channel and a website, where she sells merch).  Haley isn't hiding her privilege: She isn't touting the cost benefits of packing your lunch, but bragging that she just ordered sushi. The MDJ brand is about tapping into finance bro humor from

Plucked from their original episode, marketing guru on host of the Scott King Podcast, Scott King and Lou chat about online marketing, learning from your guests and the importance of finding out what makes your thrive.   *** Connect to Lou Diamond: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Acclaimed celebrity photographer, Lola Melani, is known for her elegant and intimate portraits, which have been featured in the media worldwide.  Melani specializes in maternity, newborn and beauty photography, and her style blends editorial, fashion and fine art portraits.  Her signature look has attracted global dignitaries, public figures and celebrities.  Lola speaks frequently about her journey from immigrant to one of the world's leading photographers and how we can all make a difference with our work.  Lola also curates masterclass seminars, mentoring fellow photographers on how to find their own style and take their art form and businesses to the next level. In 2017, Lola founded The Lola Melani Fund, her charity that empowers women at every stage of motherhood by enhancing a mother’s capacity to advocate for herself, her family and her community. Lola puts the camera down and take some time out to connect with Lou Diamond on Thrive LOUD. ***  Connect to Lou Diamond:  www

Two unbelievable athletes hop off the wrestling mat and onto the Thrive LOUD Podcast. Yianni Diakomihalis won the 2018 NCAA men’s wrestling title at 141 pounds to cap off a 37-1 rookie season.  He became just the second Cornell University rookie to secure a national title. The only other person ever to do that is the second of this episode's duo, Kyle Dake. Kyle went on to win four national championships from 2010-2013 which was featured in a documentary film 4for4 .  To add to his amazing accomplishments, this October Kyle won the 2018 world championship in his weight class. Thrive LOUD listeners get to learn from true champions and two of the more impressive individuals you will find not only on a wrestling mat but on this planet. *** Connect to Lou Diamond: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Plucked from one of the more amazing conversations we've ever had on Thrive LOUD, Amy Smith connect with Lou.  It was actually challenging to pick just ONE moment from this interview to produce a 'minisode'; so have a listen...go back and re-listen to the original episode...and see if you like what we selected. *** Connect with Lou Diamond: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast/  

Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, dealmaker and business consultant with more than 30 years of professional negotiating experience as a successful entrepreneur, and attorney. The founder and president of Authentic Enterprises, LLC and the Authentic Business Academy, Corey is dedicated to inspiring authenticity in business through speaking, training and consulting on topics such as authentic negotiating, authentic deal-making, building authentic business relationships, and authentic conversations about difference. His new book, Authentic Negotiating, paired with Corey's fun career is what Lou and Corey go over in this fun interview on Thrive LOUD.   *** Connect to Lou Diamond: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast/

Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University. In addition to researching cutting-edge technology, he also writes about the impact of these innovations on society. Newport is the author of five books. His most recent, Deep Work, argues that the ability to focus is becoming increasingly valuable in a modern work culture increasingly hobbled by distracting technologies. Cal connects with Lou on Thrive LOUD!   *** Connect to Lou: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast    

Fanny Krivoy Head of Analogous - who believes the world is a better place with beautiful design.  Has a new podcast program that’s launching in a few weeks called Project Inclusion. It’s a program comprised of interviews with forward thinking individuals that are revolutionizing workplaces, businesses and communities by using an inclusive design approach. So for this minisode - we wanted to go way back to when Fanny was a guest on Thrive Loud In this specific out-take Fanny talks about the importance of bringing together the meaning and value of a brand to all of the physical and digital touch-points one experiences WITH that brand. This holistic view that Fanny has of using the power of connection to make Brands thrive is why Fanny is one of the best designers you’ll ever come across. So enjoy this Thrive LOUD Minisode with Fanny Krivoy. *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Two Culture & Leadership Experts are featured in this episode. Meg Manke is a ranch kid from western South Dakota an avid runner an advocate of the well-rounded education of youth, and a major supporter of finding humor in all things. Dr. Rachel MK Headley rose through the ranks at a global satellite mission (from an intern all the way to Operational Science Officer), she managed big projects, united diverse stakeholders, guided teams through change, and led complex and ground-breaking achievements. Together they’ve partnered at the Rose Group Int'l, where they developed the critical, new (and practical) iX leadership framework wrote a book about it...(iX Leadership: Create High-Five Cultures and Guide Transformation). This new method allows you to solve problems in your team, address generational issues, guide people through big changes, and accomplish your most ambitious goals. Enjoy the dynamic duo of Dr. Rachel MK Headley and Meg Manke on Thrive LOUD! *** Connect to Lou Diamond:  www.loudiamond.n

  Jody Britt is an experienced art sales consultant and business driver having worked in the fine art world for over a decade. She is the founder and head of Britt Fine Art Consulting. Motivated, connected and personable, she is a proven curator in fine art photography representing over 200 photographers, including leading photographers Terry O'Neill, Baron Wolman, Mick Rock and Art Kane. Experienced in creating dynamic photographic exhibitions, including securing guest curators Alec Baldwin, Dita Von Teese and Chef Daniel Humm. Jody is committed to outstanding client service, developing close relationships with business partners, artists and buyers worldwide. Her first hand knowledge of the artistic process helps Jody bring a passion and strong appreciation for all artwork, which translates as enthusiasm and commitment to any client she works with. Jody has been able to work closely with the best pop culture photographers worldwide and enjoys marrying their great work with

Plucked from their original interview back in 2017, this Thrive LOUD Minisode features Liz Diemer Liz is part of the leadership team at the Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research where she is the Director of TEAM FOX. The Michael J. Fox Foundation's single and urgent goal is to ELIMINATE PARKINSON'S DISEASE IN OUR LIFETIME. ***** Learn more about TEAM FOX....   *** Connect with Lou: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Joel Salomon is committed to helping over 100,000 people become financially free.  Most recently, Joel shifted his focus to assisting individuals as a Prosperity Coach where he works closely with his clients to help identify and overcome the roadblocks standing in their way of personal financial freedom. In 2012, Joel launched his own hedge fund, SaLaurMor Capital (named after his daughters, Lauren and Morgan). This was a dream that Joel had had from the early 1990s. Since inception he outperformed the hedge fund index and in many significant down months, he was able to consistently generate positive returns for his investors. Listen in as Joel and Lou connect on Thrive LOUD *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Stephanie Hayes is a business transformation consultant, focused on helping organizations build and improve business processes, manage change, align service areas, build capabilities and improve operations. She has worked across many sectors, including mining, international shipping, manufacturing, heavy equipment, retail, education and public sector. Stephanie is the owner of multiple startups, all of which are still growing. Using her experience building and operating small businesses, she has developed insight and clarity on business model development, customer segmentation and value proposition design. She has adapted widely-used frameworks to make the startup validation processes easy, accessible and relevant to founders and small business owners. As a business and technology consultant, Stephanie has worked for years as a program lead, business analyst, and change manager, helping organizations design and implement pragmatic, effective business solutions, largely focused on the Microsoft application pla