Strong Com Podcast

Ken is a father, writer, musician, and blogger who's writing has been featured on RelevantMagazine.com. He is a contributing editor for Lightworkers.com and is the founder of HonestChristian.org. We had an excellent chat about the business of blogging, how he got started and has found success 2 years in, the church today and how it is marketed, and much more! Follow him on Instagram @hikennetheugene or on Twitter @honestchristian Visit his website www.honestchristian.orgLike the Strong Com Podcast on Facebook: fb.me/strongcomshowAnd don't forget to subscribe!  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

In this episode I share some thoughts around the "R" in DRIVE, the 5 part acronym for a stronger mindset. I share some real world examples of relationship building and break down how the Katana sword making process relates to relationships. Please subscribe/follow the podcast, share it with someone you think would like it, and give a like to the facebook page if you haven't already. www.fb.me/StrongComShowThank you for listening!  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

James Bowen aka JBSPECIAL is a DJ, producer, and sales and marketing consultant for the speaker company BASSBOSS. We had a great conversation about how he approaches shows, making music, trying new things, pushing himself through self-imposed limits, what he's learned since recently moving to LA, and more. Check out his music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/06MUaaQHzBa1c1CMxYOeCfFollow him @JBSPECIALAnd don't forget to follow/subscribe to this podcast!  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

This episode is a solo effort, the first in a series of episodes where I will cycle through each principle in D.R.I.V.E. to help you cultivate and maintain a strong mindset.D.R.I.V.E. is a 5 part framework that has guided my life and career and in a variety of ways. The purpose of this series is to share my thoughts on each principle and give practical ways to apply it to your own life and career.Let me know what you think of this episode via IG or Twitter, would love to hear from you. : @aarondunnworksJoin the Living with DRIVE group via my Facebook page: www.fb.me/StrongComShow Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

My friend Carlos and I have a great conversation about work life balance, communicating to different people in different ways, modern communication methods, what every community has in common and much more. Enjoy!If you like this podcast, please subscribe and consider giving the new Facebook page a like: www.fb.me/StrongComShow or joining the Strong Com Newsletter: Strongcom.substack.com Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

The Twitter Marketing account @TwitterMktg posed this question: "Your Marketing Philosophy in One Word" so I thought I'd play. This podcast is me exploring my answer for the first time. Let me know what you think! IG and Twitter: @AaronDunnWorksStrong Com Newsletter: StrongCom.Substack.com Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

Hyperbole is the new black. In this episode I talk about two figures of speech, and share my thoughts on hyperbole today. If you enjoy this podcast, please support it by subscribing or following it in your app of choice! It would be great if we could connect on social @AaronDunnWorks or become pen pals through the Strong Com Newsletter. Founding members get a shoutout on an upcoming podcast. Strongcom.Substack.com.  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

I've been a fan and follower of photographer Anne Brookshire's Instagram account, @AmongThePinesTexas for a few months now and immediately wanted to learn more about what she was up to upon checking out her account. She's created an incredibly special coffee table book that captures the unique quality of East Texas and in this podcast we dive into what makes East Texas great, her ambitions, why she decided on a book, and much more.  Follow her @AmongThePinesTexas Follow me @AaronDunnWorks Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast!  Want a shout out on an upcoming podcast? Sign up for the Strong Com Newsletter at www.strongcom.substack.com Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

Skyler Hefley is a marketing specialist currently working with Stonewater Roofing in Tyler, Texas. He's a driven individual with an inspiring story and we had a great conversation ranging from investing in yourself, learning by doing, focusing on your strengths, long term thinking, personality and storytelling on for businesses, marketing, community focused brands and more. There's a lot to learn from this conversation, I hope you enjoy. Follow me @aarondunnworks and Skyler @skylerhefley Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

You have the power to influence public perception with your own will, it's just a matter of making the right moves in real space long enough to pierce that consciousness. Perception is reality....until reality checks!  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

This is a conversation that could have easily continued for another 2 hours. Daniel Poe is an accomplished freelance independent photographer and videographer, world traveler, one member of the Lightbox Collective, lover of film and bringer of light. He shares how he tells stories through still images and how to keep an eye out for the less obvious shot to capture something meaningful. If you're interested in freelancing, photography, travel, or story telling, this is definitely an episode for you! Follow Daniel @dannyp323 or check out his site at http://www.danielpoephoto.com/ Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

In this episode I go back to what started the podcast, exploring ideas and concepts in a short amount of time. Usually I share these on Instagram first, so I'll share some from there and do more as they come. This episode also features a new music bed, produced by yours truly. This concept is called "Make Waves and Wave when they Gaze". Let me know what you think!  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

In this episode I share what I learned from a recent dive into the history of soapbox speaking, provide some examples of where I see the essence of soapbox still alive today, and end it with three models for structuring a soapbox speech and 3 things to keep in mind when creating and continually engaging a community.  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

This podcast starts with the inspiring story of King C. Gillette and his DRIVE to succeed then shifts into Gillette's new viral ad campaign "The Best a Man can Be". I talk about why they've taken this approach and share my thoughts on how the ad is intended to communicate to the culture and build community.  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

Happy to share this conversation I had with Addie Moore, a talented illustrator, high school art teacher, and creative individual who is building  a community called ETX Creatives. We chat about how artists communicate, the art world in general, museums, and how she is building a stronger community of creatives in East Texas.  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

I noticed that my shorter episodes were getting more plays so I decided to create a segment around it and do more of them. This is the first of a batch of 4 to start the New Year with with DRIVE! Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

In the last episode of 2018 I share the results of a recent poll I took about new year's resolutions, my thoughts on a crappy article about how New Years Resolutions don't work, and my perspective and thoughts on the year ahead. Happy New Year!  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

Here's my newest poem that was written specifically for a holiday event called the Chanu-Klezmer Concert. My friend Neal Katz organizes this event every year and was kind enough to ask me to participate. I hope you enjoy! Have a Merry Christmas!  Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

When I think of Strong Communication, hip hop definitely comes to mind. I'm a big fan of hip hop music, and was happy to have a great conversation with my friend Chris Patton aka DJ Cicero (@ciceromode) about some of our favorite albums that dropped in 2018. We talk our personal top 5, a large list of honorable mentions, the Grammy nominations for Best Rap Album, what Cicero is doing in our local hip hop community and much more. This is my first "interview" in a while, but have many more lined up! Give a subscribe and a review!Follow Cicero @ciceromode and on SoundCloud.com/cicero4patproFollow Aaron @aarondunnworks Join the Hip Hop Heads group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/510997825958847/ Get on the email list at strongcom.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit localleadership.substack.com

Felt inspired today! This episode is a return to this podcasts' roots of exploring different ideas and how they apply to our life of progress. Also give a hint at the next episode. Here's a bit of what this podcast is about:Being overly ambitious has brought me plenty of opportunity but it has also brought me to high water.It may be that I'm trying to compensate for the resistance that comes with each opportunity. It also could also be pride. Or ego. A mix of all of this.Facebook's early value "move fast and break things" comes to mind. With speed comes growth, "breaking things" requires creativity and propels innovation. But this does not permit recklessness. Breaking things "within reason" doesnt have quite the same ring to it.I had the thought while working out but this applies in other arenas. I'm learning that the technique and strategy we use when making moves in business is equally important as the ones we use when moving heavy weight with our limbs.Acheiving a new "personal record" in each arena takes