Many a promising startup has seen their lofty dreams dashed on the rocks due to lacking a bridge to cross that yawning chasm, separating early adopters from pragmatic mainstream buyers. Chris has contended with this treacherous chasm across multiple expeditions. Those early adopters feature prominently in startup lore – enthusiastic pioneers who relish new technology, derive career perks from kick-the-tires experimentation and care little about reputation risk. Yet they differ radically from that mainstream majority awaiting pragmatic proof.

There are patterns we see for successful CEOs. The underlying factor for true success, meaning that the company grows, people want to work there and want to give it there all seems to be grounded in gratitude. Deborah is focusing on four successful CEOs in this episode with highlights of the gratitude that was loud and clear in their full episodes. Today she is highlighting Tien Wong, Lena Petrova, Amy Bielski, and Charles Dobens. We hope you enjoy this short commentary, “Gratitude Sets the Tone for Success.”

Explore the landscape of AI adoption, ranging from novices to experts. Gain insights into the common concerns plaguing colleagues and clients, including plagiarism, data leaks, IP issues, and AI’s sustainability in content marketing and SEO. Uncover key pillars of successful AI integration in marketing: transparency, communication, and risk management. Discover how to drive innovation within your organization by establishing an AI Council complete with cross-functional teams. Host Susan Finch speaks with Lori Peters, executive director of One Spark Academy, about supporting students through a difficult time and empowering them to create meaningful connections. Lori explains how her alternative learning program focuses on “finding that one spark” in each child and nurturing it through small class sizes, engaging electives like gardening and cooking, and daily “circle time” to practice communication skills. She shares the powerful story of two boys resolving a conflict after weeks of learning these techniques.

The focus of this episode of Rooted in Revenue is on comprehending the financial position and key metrics, including the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow report. Rob Brodo, Co-Founder and CEO of Advantexe explains that financial management is just a scoreboard for the company’s strategy and that understanding these metrics is crucial in measuring the success of the strategy. He also highlights the importance of cash flow, as it is the lifeblood of any business. The conversation then shifts to the importance of everyone in the company having a basic understanding of financial management and its impact on the company.

Fr. Anthony talks about hopelessness and suffering. For many of us, this is what makes or breaks us spiritually. Many of us turn away from God because of such experiences. But God continues to pour His presence into our hearts so that, when we encounter the challenging moments of our lives, we can recognize that He continues to be with us and that we can call on Him.

Market Dominance Guys from ConnectAndSell and Branch49 hosted by Chris Beall and Corey Frank

EP205: Finding Your Beachhead Beyond The Chasm


Success Beneath the Surface from Chief Outsiders, hosted by Deborah Fell

EP40: Gratitude Sets the Tone for Success


Leader Generation from Mod Op hosted by Tessa Burg and Cheryl Boehm

Guest: Tom Madrilejos, Associate Director Audience Strategy, Mod Op

EP74: How Marketers Can Lean Into AI


The Practical CMO hosted by Mark Coronna

Guest: Dan Davis, Editor-in-Chief, The Fabricator

Tech Enables Metal Fab Segment Growth


Rooted in Revenue hosted by Susan Finch

Guest: Rob Brodo, Co-Founder and CEO, Advantexe

Breaking Down Financial Metric Silos


All-Volunteer, All Heart from Binky Patrol Comforting Covers for Kids

Guest: Lori Peters, Executive Director, One Spark Academy

EP47: Sparking Peace By Reimagining Communication in Education


Know, Grow, Go! from Holy Trinity Catholic Parish with Fr. Bill, Fr. Anthony, and Deacon Brett

God: The Source of Our Strength