interview
Interviews with successful executives and top corporate culture influencers.
This is Me:
For as long as I can remember, books have always been my escape. In 2005, I started writing at the tender age of fifteen in what I intende to be a diary that I hoped would help me cope with my maternal grandmother’s recent cancer diagnoses. I had hoped that by doing this, it would act as a kind of therapy and help me to work out my feelings and residual grief that I still felt from losing my grandfather four years prior from the same kind of cancer that she was fighting. What I didn’t count on was how boring it was for me to write about my feelings regarding this time of my life. Every day it was the same thing and I got so bored so I started making things up in what became my first book. It was a truly terrible novel with no outline, or clear idea of where I was going and because of that, there were some major consistencies in character design and plot.
By Esmeralda Hawkins4 months ago in Journal
Joel Keyser on Building Organizations That Grow Through People
Joel Keyser is an accomplished leader with extensive experience spanning roles as Athletic Director, CEO, CFO, and advisor to nonprofits. Throughout his career, he has worked in environments where success depended on much more than financial performance or strategic planning. Whether leading athletic programs, managing organizations, overseeing financial operations, or advising nonprofit initiatives, one lesson consistently emerges: organizations achieve lasting success when they invest in the growth and development of their people.
By Joel Keyser4 months ago in Journal
Michael Mollod on Building Automation Projects That Deliver Real Results
Michael Mollod is a robotics engineer specializing in the design and implementation of automated systems for industrial applications. In today's rapidly evolving industrial landscape, organizations are under constant pressure to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity. Automation has emerged as one of the most powerful tools for achieving these goals, but success requires more than simply adopting new technologies. The real challenge lies in transforming promising concepts into operational systems that consistently deliver value. This process demands careful planning, technical expertise, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
By Michael Mollod4 months ago in Journal
Frank Mongelluzzi on Recruiting Passionate and Purpose-Driven Mentors
Frank Mongelluzzi, a proud Florida resident, is recognized for his philanthropic work, community leadership, and commitment to supporting meaningful causes. Recruiting the right mentors is one of the most important steps in building a successful mentorship program. In Frank Mongelluzzi on Recruiting Passionate and Purpose-Driven Mentors, the focus is placed on what truly makes mentorship effective: not just experience or credentials, but passion, alignment, and a deep commitment to helping others grow.
By Frank Mongelluzzi4 months ago in Journal
From Niche to Mainstream in the Chinese Podcast Industry: How China Surpassed 220 Million Active Podcast Listeners
The China podcast industry has crossed a significant valuation threshold, driven by smartphone penetration, rising brand investment, and a wave of platform consolidation reshaping the competitive landscape. Here are the key figures defining the market:
By Joey Moore4 months ago in Journal
Nathan Haslick on Innovation Through Analytics: Solving Modern Business Challenges
Nathan Haslick is a skilled data scientist with a strong foundation in both theory and real-world applications. He holds a Master’s in Data Science and has experience applying analytical methods across industries including technology, finance, and healthcare.
By Nathan Haslick4 months ago in Journal
When Bad Conduct Hides Behind Identity (Part 1). AI-Generated.
(Time-Stamped Video Clip Summary: From 18:34-22:39, the call shifts from a normal pricing question into the real issue. Tomi is asking basic questions about a $40,000 vehicle: the rebate, the in-person discount, the actual out-the-door number, and whether the dealership will confirm the deal over the phone. Instead of simply clarifying the pricing, the manager personalizes the resistance, later calling him “difficult” and “combative” before introducing the “male manager” implication herself. This is the moment the dealership’s pricing game turns into something bigger: a lesson in passive aggression, motive-reading, and using identity as a shield for bad conduct.)
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast4 months ago in Journal
EZ Advocates Public Reviews Examined: Facts, Customer Feedback, and My Findings
When a company operates in a sensitive industry like timeshare exit services, public opinion is usually divided. Some people describe positive experiences, while others raise doubts about outcomes, communication, or expectations. EZ Advocates is one of those companies that appears frequently in online discussions, with mixed claims circulating across different platforms.
By Hensen Petersen4 months ago in Journal
