The real product isn’t always what’s on the shelf. It’s the story—and the feeling—that comes with it.
Sharon Price John, CEO of Build‑A‑Bear, reinvented a mall staple by returning the company from a $49 million loss to sustained profits while expanding into digital, adult, and licensing channels.
And here’s the insight that anchored her: Build‑A‑Bear isn’ ... Show More
Yesterday
#309: Ben Zobrist, 2x World Series Champion – Prepare for pressure
Game 7 of the 2016 World Series had gone to extra innings. The Cubs were trying to break a 108-year championship drought that some called a curse. If you’re a baseball fan, you already know what happened next: With two runners on base, Ben Zobrist stepped up to the plate. Despite ... Show More
1h 7m
Sep 10
#308: Zac Taylor, Head Coach, Cincinnati Bengals – Consistency creates results
Imagine being Zac Taylor in 2019. He was 0-11 in his first season as head coach of the Cincinnati Bengals. He knew they were doing a lot of things right, but the results just weren’t coming. Eventually, they did: just over two years later, Zac led his team to the Super Bowl. But ... Show More
51m 27s
Sep 3
#307: Clark Lea, Head Football Coach, Vanderbilt – Belief is a practice
We’ve all got big goals and dreams, both for ourselves and our people. But often, there’s a gap between what we say we want and what we’re actually willing to do to get it. Vanderbilt head football coach Clark Lea is obsessed with closing that gap. For him, the ultimate measure o ... Show More
1h 15m
Apr 2024
Is The Customer Always Right?
In this episode, we'll hear the inspiring story of Brian Scudamore, the CEO of 1-800 GOT JUNK?, who faced a major business setback but was able to turn things around by embracing failure and focusing on his team. Through personal anecdotes and lessons learned from other successfu ... Show More
12m 1s
Nov 2024
Celebrating Strategic Brand Bravery
Head of Strategy at FutureBrand North America, Lynne Field, delves into the concept of strategic brand bravery and its impact on business transformation. By combining strategic rigor and design thinking, FutureBrand helps clients like Cigna, GM, and L’Oréal create and manage bran ... Show More
18m 15s
Apr 2025
From Rock Bottom to Redemption: A Billionaire's Awakening
Send a textSuccess doesn’t fix what’s broken inside. You can scale the company, hit the numbers, and still be losing the bigger battle—your character, your peace, your purpose. This conversation is a raw reminder that your business is a reflection of who you are. Heal the leader, ... Show More
13m 28s
Feb 2025
Episode 328: BTS of Building A Multi-Million Dollar Brand, Leaders Who Do The Work... WIN!!!
<p>On this episode of the <em>Women Inspiring Women</em> podcast, Melanie Mitro shares her personal journey of entrepreneurship, diving into the mindset shifts required to start over, the challenges of scaling a business, and the strategies that truly make a difference. </p><p>Sh ... Show More
33m 27s
Dec 2024
From Navy Officer to CEO: When Military Discipline Meets Business Strategy
<p class="MsoNormal">In this episode, Aaron Sheeks, CEO of PureCars, shares actionable insights on strategic growth, leadership, and data-driven marketing. Learn how to build a thriving culture, align your team's efforts with ambitious goals, and leverage customer data to revolut ... Show More
45m 5s
Feb 2023
Reimagining The Customer Experience & Other Product Development Tips With Cyd Tetro, CEO Of Brandless
Cyd Tetro’s career has always been at the intersection of innovation and customer experience, and now as the CEO of Brandless, she’s bringing the best health and wellness products to market in a more affordable and sustainable way.
In our conversation, Cyd offers so much wisdom ... Show More
1 h
May 2025
693. "How to Build a Profitable Product-Based Business Around Purpose (Not Just Product)" | Coaching Session
Hey hey, Product Bosses! In this episode, I’m coaching the incredible Francina Kahl, founder of Be Still Tea—a purpose-driven brand built around stillness, presence, and emotional connection. Francina’s journey began in 2020 through a personal healing experience, where steeping l ... Show More
28m 38s