12 Minute Convos W/ Engel Jones

Tom’s first job out of college was running nuclear power plants in the Navy. He’s run a nuclear reactor and a small business. One was easy because it came with an instruction manual. Tom’s passion is in building and operating the Targeted Interview System to provide you a steady deluge of traffic, quality leads, and sales. Tom lives online but resides with his family in Kalamazoo, MI (yes, it really exists). LI: linkedin.com/in/iamtomschwab Websites http://interviewvalet.com/ http://podcastbooktour.com/ Previous Episode 633 (2016) Previous Episode 3 (2016)

Misha Safran is the author of "A Teacher's Companion: Centering Empathy & Emotional Well-Being for Yourself and Your Students." In her work, Misha draws from her 30-year teaching career, which has spanned middle school, high school, and college. As an award winning consultant and speaker, she has developed and delivered DEIAB curricula, provided individual and family coaching, and facilitates workshops and retreats for the workplace. In addition to a Master's degree and her CA teaching credential, she holds a Professional Certified Coaching credential from the International Coaching Federation (ICF). Recognized with the NIH CEO Award for DEIA training success as well as the BEST Consultant in Martinez, CA, her intuitive and empathetic facilitation approach propels communities to thrive through enhanced problem-solving, creativity, and thoughtful communication. Dedicated to inclusivity, equity, and diversity, Misha continuously champions family, community, and workplace engagement, collaborative power-shar

Rebecca Moroney is the visionary Principal and Owner of Wayfinder Agency Pty Ltd, a trailblazing firm revolutionising property acquisition across Australia. With a steadfast commitment to authenticity, trust, and delivering client-focused outcomes, Rebecca has transformed Wayfinder into an emerging leader in the real estate space, offering services that cover property purchases, investments, and developments, as well as the new and game changing Vendor Vision – changing property sales as we currently know it. Rebecca's journey started over 24yrs ago in the corporate sector, where she helped scale businesses from the ground up as an executive leader, transforming business to achieve hundreds and millions of dollars of net new business. Today, Wayfinder is not only a trusted partner for property buyers but also a hub of innovation for Buyer's Agents through innovative industry outcomes. Through Rebecca's leadership, the agency has developed WayHub - a custom-built CRM designed to streamline the operations of bu

Peter Radcliffe is a highly experienced and well regarded meditation teacher and NLP trainer. He teaches students though the lens of a calm mind to help bring peace, happiness and joy to their lives. Peter's unique background as a Buddhist monk empowers his retreats to be so much more than an ordinary getaway, it becomes a journey in itself. W:  www.skillfulmind.net Previous Episode 2409 (2019) Previous Episode 244 (2016)

Dr Neryl East is an acclaimed speaker and credibility expert who's worked with leaders at the highest levels of government and business. As a former television reporter and Olympic announcer Neryl is no stranger to big stages. These days she speaks to global audiences, helping them communicate with clarity and influence so they build credible leaders and connected teams. Neryl has a PhD in Journalism and is the author of five books including an Amazon best-seller on media and reputation. She's a Past National President of Professional Speakers Australia and a Certified Speaking Professional. Website: www.neryleast.com

Maggie Jackson is an award-winning author and journalist with a global reach. Her new book, Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure, explores why we should seek _not-_knowing in this era of angst and flux. Nominated for a National Book Award and named to multiple "Best Books of 2023" lists, Uncertain is an official selection of the Next Big Idea Club curated by Malcolm Gladwell, Dan Pink, Adam Grant, and Susan Cain. Lauded as "incisive and timely" (Dan Pink), "surprising and practical" (Gretchen Rubin), and "remarkable and persuasive" (Library Journal), Uncertain was named a Top 10 Summer Reading pick by Nautilus magazine. The book is in a third printing, eight months after publication. Jackson's previous book Distracted sparked a global conversation on the steep costs of fragmenting our attention. A former longtime columnist for the Boston Globe, Jackson has contributed to The New York Times and major publications worldwide. Her work has been translated into numerous languages and is widely covered

As a dynamic global marketing leader with extensive experience in the education and digital technology sectors, I excel in crafting and scaling impactful marketing strategies. My data-driven approach and collaborative spirit have successfully propelled product roadmaps, guided new product discoveries, and executed strategic go-to-market initiatives. I have a proven track record of driving significant sales growth, revitalizing products, and elevating market visibility. Beyond my professional achievements, I am a health and wellness advocate, marathon runner, and active community member, dedicated to raising funds for cancer services. As a proud New Englander, I cherish the beauty of seasonal changes and the vibrancy they bring to life. E: kristin.l.howland@gmail.com

Dr. Sara Murdock is an award-winning expert in social impact. Dr. Murdock serves as a pioneer in the field of People & Culture, with a focus on inclusive Leadership Development, teamwide power dynamics, and aligning organizational objectives with actual impact. She has led initiatives and departments with global NGOs, startups, and traditional corporations alike due to her ability to establish respect and rapport in a way that fuels meaningful growth and drives authentic strategy. Sara cements her mantra, "Change isn't hard, it's human" into every thread of her proven methodology, responsible for helping hundreds of organizations set the standard in People, Leadership, and Impact. With a 20+ year track record in catalyzing profound and necessary shifts in organizational impact, Sara is frequently sought after as an advisor, speaker, board member, and executive. Sara's training includes a Ph.D. in Social Impact, an MA in Organizational Development, a BA in Culture, and Agile coaching certifications. A trai

As the Founder of Bleuprint, Taresa empowers organizations to build a culture of learning that maximizes employee retention. Her work is rooted in the belief that emotional intelligence helps to positively develop talent and foster a positive learning culture. Taresa's people-driven approach has successfully helped organizations improve employee engagement, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. contact@bleuprint.design www.bleuprint.design

Chitra is a keynote speaker and author of "The Warrior Mindset: 7 Mindset Shifts to Unleash Your Inner Warrior" She empowers professionals and organizations to transform how they look at success and lead with their inner compass: their intuition. She uses her signature PFH: Peel, Feel, Heal framework to create transformation through keynotes, workshops, and private client engagements. When Chitra is not working on delivering transformation to her private clients or groups, she loves to give back to the community and serves on the boards of several non-profits. She also enjoys time by the pool with her husband and two boys and will be an empty nester next year. Website https://www.fitwarriorlife.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/fitwarriorlife/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mindbodyspiritwarrior/ Youtube https://youtu.be/LsZRz52d-9E?si=r7Zt7Q58BXWcn9mO

It's after a deep spiritual awakening in 2015 that I realized the life I had wasn't meant for me. The wave of self-development and connection to my true self made me choose, a few years later, to build my own spiritual business. And wow, it wasn't easy at first! I had lots of programming and fears interfering with how I was showing up, the money I was making then and the growth of my business. Now that I am on the other side of it, I am ready to support you in doing the same! It doesn't have to take you over 1 year to make 10K in your spiritual business. It doesn't have to make you sweat to build your business. It doesn't have to feel daunting and heavy either. So if you are ready to start your spiritual business now and become this business owner you always dreamed of being, **message me so we start working together! And if you'd like to learn more about my story,  you can order my book! Check this page for more info. BOOK: The Way Back to My Heart and can be found on Amazon: https://a.co/d/2brDzd8 Linktree

Brooke Allison is an international Speaker, Strategist, Author, and Founder of Brooke Allison Coaching LLC, a million-dollar coaching and consulting brand. Brooke is best known for pairing together proven strategy and energetics needed for her business coaching clients to scale to their next $100,000 in their own record-breaking time. Being certified in 5 different fields as a Master Practitioner in NLP, EFT, hypnosis, and more, Brooke works with men and women to rewire their brain and master their personal psychology so they can release anything holding them back subconsciously, all while implementing simple scaling solutions. Her mission is to empower entrepreneurs to easily receive more money, joy, and freedom so they can live out their soul desires with a business and a life they are obsessed with. Links: Website- brookeallisoncoaching.com Free FB group- http://bit.ly/fiercelyunstoppable Instagram- http://instagram.com/brookeallisonn FB business page -https://www.facebook.com/brookeallisoncoaching/ Linke

Danielle Arsenault is an internationally renowned Raw Food Chef, Plant-Based Holistic Wellness Educator, award-winning vegan influencer, and author of 7 cookbooks. As the founder of Pachavega Living Foods Education, she inspires and empowers women to heal their bodies and ignite their spirits through the power of plant-based whole foods, offering life-changing Raw Food Chef Certification courses both online and in-person. Danielle is also the driving force behind the Bricks to Kitchen campaign, a project dedicated to building a community kitchen in Nicaragua to further her mission of holistic wellness and plant-based education. An outdoor adventurer and devoted mama, Danielle lives in the Nicaraguan jungle with her daughter, where she makes healthy food taste delicious and shares her secrets to vibrant living with the world. http://pachavega.com Previous Episode 2784 (2020) Previous Episode 1844 (2017)

During her 20 years in healthcare, Therese Gopaul-Robinson recognized a critical challenge facing leaders—a pervasive lack of self-confidence that led to hesitation in decision-making, avoidance of difficult conversations, and reluctance to share ideas. This silent struggle wasn't just an individual issue; it was holding back teams, stalling productivity, and impacting overall business performance. Therese discovered that these hidden fears were not only affecting leaders but also undermining the effectiveness of entire organizations. Through her programs, she tackles this challenge head-on, equipping leaders with strategies to overcome self-doubt, make confident decisions, and lead with authority. Her approach addresses the root cause of insecurity, transforming it into a strength that boosts team morale, enhances productivity, and drives better business outcomes. Website: www.ThereseGR.com

Sandy Joy Weston M.Ed is a keynote speaker,TedX speaker,  international podcaster, 3x published author, and entrepreneur, who has owned and operated health and wellness companies for over 30 years. Early in her career she became the first female trainer for the Philadelphia Flyers and spent many years as a media personality and as Philadelphia NBC10's Fitness Expert. She created the nationally recognized Philly Street Line Dance to help combat Philly’s “fattest city” label. For the past five years, Sandy has been focusing on SJW Productions, an international company whose main mission is to highlight all the positive in the world. She does this through her books, Train Your Head & Your Body Will Follow, My 30-Day Reset Journal, Recess to Reset  and her programs and workshops. Sandy’s mission is to spread pure joy and inspire others to see their true power. W: https://www.sandyjoyweston.com/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-joy-weston-m-ed-aba61728/

Dr. Nicole T. Rochester is a Board-certified pediatrician, TEDx and keynote speaker, and the CEO of Your GPS Doc, LLC, an innovative company committed to eliminating health disparities and bridging the gap between healthcare providers, patients, and family caregivers. Dr. Rochester was inspired to start her company after caring for her late father and witnessing the complicated healthcare system from the other side of the stethoscope. Through professional health advocacy services, Your GPS Doc provides a roadmap for individuals who are struggling to navigate the healthcare system. Your GPS Doc also provides consulting services to healthcare organizations seeking to improve the patient experience, reduce disparity gaps, and reimagine the provision of high-quality medical care. Dr. Rochester has been featured on television and radio, is a frequent podcast guest, has an active presence on social media, and has contributed to numerous digital publications. Dr. Rochester is a dynamic and engaging speaker who conne

Healthcare management and advocacy professional specializing in not-for-profit service agencies. Expertise in health policy, focusing on developmental and physical disabilities. Strategic planning and leadership in directing community-based programs for adults with disabilities. Cultivate and sustain relationships with external partners, government agencies, and local businesses to attain mutual goals. Proficient public speaker and facilitator educating staff, parents, and other agencies about quality programming, policies, and best practices. Excellent communication and listening skills with the ability to motivate teams to implement and exceed goals. Specialties: Mental health and developmental disability education and advocacy, health care policy, project management, and career development. LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sleibowitz/

Owner of Melissa Jean PT and co-founder of Stable Friendships Foundation, Melissa brings 20 years of experience integrating equine movement into physical therapy. As a board-certified Hippotherapy Clinical Specialist with certifications from PATH Int. and EAGALA, she combines expertise with holistic approaches like Reiki and trauma-informed stretching. Melissa is also the creator of Finding Peace in the Paddock™, a program using cardiac coherency to support neurological well-being for those facing stress and trauma. https://www.melissajeanpt.com/

Lisa Frusztajer [ pronounced is "froosh-tire" ] is a consultant, coach and educator. She spent the first half of her career working in technology doing everything from product management to marketing to engineering management. A few years ago she transitioned to early stage investing, trained as a coach and started teaching at the college level on funding for new ventures. Lisa works with startup founders and corporate executives on how they can get clear on their direction, and channel all of their hard work into getting closer to what they want. Lisa's academic background includes Russian language and literature, Soviet and Russian history, and Finance. She just started a doctoral program on leadership. LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-frusztajer/   

Christopher Lawrence Stone is a visionary entrepreneur and multi-business owner, driven by a passion for empowering others to build and protect their legacies. As the founder of E3 Insurance Advisory Group, he embarked on a mission to help business owners achieve their dreams, free from the looming fear of inadequate coverage. With a career that began at a Fortune 500 company, Christopher quickly rose through the ranks, gaining invaluable expertise working for two of Missouri's largest insurance brokerage firms. His in-depth knowledge of the industry, combined with a deep understanding of client needs, inspired him to launch his own independent agency—one that delivers tailored solutions and genuine peace of mind. A proud Missouri native and Dale Carnegie graduate, Christopher embodies a relentless commitment to learning and growth. He actively engages in mentorship programs, personal development, and continuing education to stay ahead in an ever-changing industry. As a SCORE subject matter expert and volunte