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4 hard truths about capitalism and climate | Steve Howard

For decades, investor and business leader Steve Howard watched companies pour money and effort into sustainability initiatives ... and still fall short. The problem isn’t a lack of will, he says; it’s that capitalism and climate have been wired to work against each other. He shar ... Show More

18m 8s

Feb 23

The question that saved my company from bankruptcy | Sharon Price John

Everything successful starts with heart — even the most pragmatic business plan, says Sharon Price John, CEO of Build-A-Bear. She shares how she led a purpose-centered approach to save the beloved teddy bear company from bankruptcy and get it back to global profitability, all by ... Show More

15m 13s

Feb 16

Be Kind: The Most Overlooked Driver of Success | From Think Fast Talk Smart

What if kindness isn’t a soft skill — but a strategic one?In this special episode from Think Fast, Talk Smart, host Matt Abrahams talks with management professor Bonnie Hayden Cheng about the business case for kindness. Her research on the “return on kindness” suggests that organ ... Show More

22m 59s

Dec 2021

The value of kindness at work | James Rhee

Kindness can go a long way when it comes to reshaping a business. Having saved a fashion company from the brink of bankruptcy, entrepreneur James Rhee shares the value of investing in a culture of compassion at work -- and shows why we should all lead with our hearts.Learn more a ... Show More

15m 59s

Nov 2018

You're Never "Too Old" To Be An Entrepreneur | 92Y Interview with Stephanie Rhule

This was an all-time keynote where I sat down with Stephanie Rhule at the 92nd St Y, to discuss how entrepreneurship is really a talent, building a business during an economic downturn & why you can totally still become an entrepreneur at 35.

1h 14m

Oct 2022

404. Q&AF: Selecting A Company With Great Culture, Mentality After Devastating Injury & Choosing Passion Over Profit

In today's episode, Andy answers your questions on what you should be on the lookout for in a company's culture when looking for a new job, why it's critical to develop mental toughness to power through the tough times in life, and how to seek out your passion while keeping your ... Show More

32m 10s

Jan 2021

3 ways companies can support grieving employees | Tilak Mandadi

When we experience loss, grief travels with us everywhere -- even work. What can companies do to support grieving employees? Sharing his own story of unimaginable heartbreak, Tilak Mandadi offers three ways organizations can cultivate a culture of workplace empathy, creating an e ... Show More

12m 36s

Feb 2022

How play can spark new ideas for your business | Martin Reeves

To thrive in today's competitive economy, you need to constantly reimagine your business. So what's the secret to sustained success? Strategist Martin Reeves makes a pitch for embracing play to spark innovative business ideas -- and invites you to try out a series of imagination ... Show More

11m 14s

Aug 2022

347. Q&AF: Navigating Major Economic Hard Times In Business, Instilling Humility Into Employees & Building A Successful Business

In today's episode, Andy answers your questions on how to operate your business through hard economic times, the best way to instill humility into your employees, and what the difference was from his previous attempts to get his business off the ground to the one that took off.

35m 52s

Nov 2022

Kindness with James Rhee

You went to Harvard undergrad, you went to Harvard Law, you became a hot-shot Private Equity guy. So your next move is obviously…?If you’re James Rhee, you walk away from all of it and discover what really makes a business grow: the intangibles.What started out ... Show More

19m 17s

May 2024

How Simple Modern Built a $200M+ Brand on Generosity & Culture

How can a business blend substantial growth with a robust culture of generosity? Today on the show, I'm joined by Mike Beckham, CEO and co-founder of Simple Modern, a nine-figure drinkware company nearly a decade old. Mike is also a well-known po ... Show More

1 h

May 2024

Building the Invisible Empire: Entrepreneurial Journeys with Brad Warren

In a monumental 60th guest episode of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy welcomes Brad Warren, a remarkable serial entrepreneur who has launched an astounding 19 companies in just four years. Brad's entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of extraordinary, show ... Show More

1h 4m

May 2022

How Do I Become an Intrapreneur?

He’s part of a real estate organization and loves his work but wonders what his future looks like at the company and how his role could grow in the coming decades. Host Muriel Wilkins coaches this leader through how he might use some of his entrepreneurial muscles to shift his ca ... Show More

48m 11s

The value of kindness at work | James Rh...