Today
Why Introverts Burn Out — with Patience Ogunbona
What if the real reason you feel stuck, burned out, or unseen isn’t because you’re not capable… but because you’ve been performing as someone you’re not? In this deeply honest and powerful conversation, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and author Patience Ogunbona shares the in ... Show More
1h 15m
Yesterday
Stop Seeking Validation: The Secret to Authentic Confidence and Executive Presence
You think you’re being authentic. You’re not. In this powerful conversation, media expert, keynote speaker, and author Jeanne Sparrow breaks down the real meaning of authenticity — and it’s not what you think. Most people confuse authenticity with oversharing. Others stay silent, ... Show More
56m 47s
Oct 2025
How to negotiate with confidence (w/ Master Fixer Deepak Malhotra)
We’re constantly negotiating in our everyday lives—deciding where to go to dinner, haggling with sellers on Facebook Marketplace—but when it comes to higher-stakes conversations, clinching the deal can be daunting. In today’s episode, Frances calls on her colleague Deepak Malhotr ... Show More
30m 35s
May 2025
Lessons from 90+ Deals: Questex CEO, Paul Miller on Cultural Fit, Value Creation & Post-Close Audits
Paul Miller, CEO of Questex Paul Miller joins us to share his extensive experience in M&A, having led more than 90 acquisitions throughout his career. Paul reveals how Questex uses a proactive, buyer-led approach focused on culture, strategic alignment, and integration discipline ... Show More
57m 46s
Sep 2025
Polite Ways To Say NO Without Burning Bridges • BEP 143
<p>Mastering the Art of Saying No in Business English<br/><br/>In this episode, we delve into the crucial skill of saying no in business English without damaging professional relationships. Through a gripping story about Sam, a client facing a high-stakes negotiation, we explore ... Show More
16m 17s
Jan 2025
376. Exactly How to Negotiate As A Woman, with Negotiation Expert Kathryn Valentine
Ever felt anxious about negotiating a raise, bonus, or promotion? Worried about being labeled “difficult” or facing backlash for advocating for yourself? You’re not alone—research shows that women face unique challenges in workplace negotiations, thanks to deeply ingrained gender ... Show More
31m 47s
Aug 2025
Founder Exit Strategy: Xavier Gury on M&A Deal Terms vs Valuation
Xavier Gury, Founding Partner at Wind Xavier Gury, founding partner at Wind venture capital firm, brings a unique triple perspective to M&A: serial entrepreneur, acquisition target, and now investor. In this episode, Xavier unpacks the critical lessons from his three successful e ... Show More
1h 6m
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<p><strong>Negotiation, Business, Relationships, Collaboration, FBI</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Summary</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Always be wary of accepting a frame that someone else has set for you. We'll look at that in our Thought of the Da ... Show More