Leadership is a craft—refined through experience, challenge, and continuous growth. This past quarter, Success Beneath the Surface brought together some of the most dynamic CEOs and business minds to explore what it takes to lead with impact. From James Hyman’s masterclass on corporate turnarounds to Ryan Clark’s formula for urgency-driven culture, these episodes aren’t just conversations—they’re playbooks for growth, innovation, and accountability. Will Bowie’s approach to generational wealth, Torey Carter-Coneen’s lessons on focus, and Jeff Ostenso’s game-changing engagement strategies round out a lineup that challenges conventional leadership thinking. Each episode offers a fresh perspective on scaling businesses, building elite teams, and navigating the high-stakes world of decision-making. Whether you’re leading a startup or a Fortune 500, these insights will sharpen your leadership edge.
Navigating change in today’s fast-moving marketing landscape isn’t easy—especially with the constant pressure to adopt new technologies, evolve strategies and meet ambitious goals.
In this episode of Leader Generation, host Tessa Burg talks with Anna Jankowska, Author and EVP of Adlook and RTB House, to discuss how leaders can bring their teams along through transformation while maintaining clarity, confidence and connection. Anna shares her expertise on building strong, trusting relationships in business, reducing noise in decision-making and creating an environment where people feel safe to grow and innovate. She also offers insights into managing fear, embracing failure as a learning tool and fostering an adaptive mindset in uncertain times.
In today’s spontaneous episode of Market Dominance Guys, Chris Beall ambushes (his words, not mine) an extraordinary cold-calling talent: Josh Bowyer, CEO and co-founder of Zint Technology. What unfolds is a masterclass in the art of cold-calling performance, authenticity, and the delicate dance between manufactured delivery and genuine belief. Josh shares how he’s booked over 100 meetings in just 4.5 weeks using ConnectAndSell, but the real gold is in his insights about perfecting his cold call ‘performance’ over thousands of iterations while maintaining authentic curiosity. As he puts it, the key is simple: ‘Just don’t sound like a dick in the first 7 seconds.’ From discussing the impact of AI on sales to exploring the critical balance between scripted performance and genuine belief, this conversation reveals why top performers like Josh can consistently convert cold calls into meetings. Chris and Josh dive deep into how the best cold callers combine theatrical precision with sincere conviction that they offer real value.
Which task management and marketing strategy tools should you use? Spoiler alert—it’s not as simple as picking the most popular software. Susan and Lany dive into the importance of discernment when selecting tools, sharing real-world experiences of software frustration, integration challenges, and team buy-in struggles. They emphasize the need to evaluate your team’s workflow, test software with real scenarios, and demand proper support before making a costly commitment. They explore why businesses often waste time and money on tools that don’t fit—and how you can avoid making the same mistake. If you’ve ever been frustrated with tools you chose in a rush, including ClickUp, Asana, Monday, or any other platform, this episode is for you.
In this heartwarming episode of All Volunteer, All Heart from Binky Patrol, host Susan Finch sits down with the dynamic duo behind Fabric Cafe, Fran Morgan and Donna Robertson. Discover how their passion for quilting led them to leave corporate America and build a thriving business that inspires creativity and joy in the quilting community. Explore the power of quilting to bring people together, create a sense of community, and make a difference in the lives of others. Learn about Fabric Cafe’s mission to keep quilting simple, fast, and fun, making it accessible to beginners and experienced quilters alike. Join Susan, Fran, and Donna as they discuss the versatility of quilting, the importance of communication with their audience, and the incredible growth of their YouTube channel since the start of the pandemic. Get ready to be inspired by their infectious enthusiasm and love for the art of quilting.
We hope you enjoy these and the rest of this week’s playlist.
