Talent Magnet Institute Podcast

Jessica Baron takes to the studio this week to interview one of Cincinnati’s unique leaders who is creating a huge impact here and in Nigeria.  Evans Nwankwo is the Founder and President of Megen Construction, and the Founder of Nuway Foundation.  In this multifaceted episode full of deep inspiration they discuss: Evans journey to the United States from Nigeria to attend college How and why his plans changed drastically The fascinating story about how Nuway Foundation is making an impact in Nigeria How they met through Bridges Of Faith Evans says of his journey, “Sometimes fate determines where you end up in life.”1:20 Hear how he and his wife started Nuway Foundation and why Evans explains what they saw in Nigeria and how they got the courage to create change. (7:43) “I used to think, there’s all this oil wealth over there, and they can take care of themselves, but I think the big difference is leadership.” “It seemed so large a task, but we felt like if we could just make a difference in one person, that

Many of us are taught to avoid failure. However, as most leaders know, failure is necessary for success.   In this episode, Mike and Sarah Brown, Host and Owner of the Failing Forward Podcast, and Senior Director for Learning and Employee Engagement at Health Carousel, discuss true success in life and moving into deeper, more meaningful dialogue.  They unveil: The story behind destigmatizing failure for Sara and why she started the Failing Forward Podcast (1:47)Her very personal relationship with alcoholism (4:25)Wisdom about success at work: it’s not the whole story (8:00) Sarah said she has picked up on what it takes to be truly successful with hosting her podcast and shares her 4 components of resilient people, she terms “HERO” (9:16) One reason Sarah says she started the podcast is because she believes we need to connect deeper.  She says, “We talk about nothing a lot...I like having those deeper conversations.” (17:20)   Mike and Sarah share stories about what success really looks like (19:04) “It’s mess

If you struggle with depression, anxiety, or addiction, especially as a successful business person, this podcast can save you, or someone you know.   This week Mike invites his close friend Trevor Steinhauser to the studio to discuss: mental health in the workplace, the stress of being a successor in family-owned businesses, being an empathetic employer, and bringing mental health out of the shadows, especially for leaders.   Trevor tells his story of being in a family business and how:Pushing through depression and anxiety was almost a deadly strategy to get through the day (7:20)The “demon inside” was consuming him and no one ever knew (8:35)Having the right people on their Board Of Directors saved their business and his life (32:50) Trevor shares his story of hitting his lowest point, how authorities saved his life, and how he now feels a duty to call mental health issues and addiction out of the shadows with his podcast called Stigmatized Podcast.  (31:00) He says, “It’s okay to not be okay” (29:50) Click

In this episode, Mike talks to Laura Brunner, President and CEO of The Port, an economic development agency that initiates projects to improve property value and promote job creation throughout Hamilton County.  In this podcast, Mike and Laura discuss: How your home’s value is really measured (4:00)What The Port is doing to create inclusive capitalism in neighborhood redevelopment (9:40)The interesting story of how the historic Vernon Manor Hotel (where Rainman was filmed, among other claims to fame) was literally saved from the wrecking ball (9:48)How revitalization differs from gentrification, and how her team works with new residents and legacy residents to build a cohesive community (14:15). The importance of manufacturing opportunities in economic development. (17:06) Mike and Laura get more personal as they discuss work-life balance.   Laura shares her strategy for prioritizing opportunities as a community leader and learning to say “no” (21:34) and how to make the three “rings” of Career, Community Eng

This week’s episode our guest host, Jessica Baron, Executive VP of Talent Search for Centennial Inc (Talent Magnet Institute’s parent company) conducts an engaging discussion with Kristen Schlotman, the Executive Director of Film Cincinnati.   Jessica and Kristen share interesting stories of movie stars and movie sets to be sure, however, the lessons to be learned for leaders in this discussion are woven in.  You will learn:  How a midwestern city can become one of the biggest destinations for filmmaking and its economic impact (6:44)How to develop a win-win opportunity even when the legislature is involved (9:18)How flexibility in business thinking creates even more opportunities and opens doors (especially when deals fall through) (12:25) You’ll also hear some fascinating stories on and off the set like: The powerful experience Kristen has had working with directors like Don Cheadle and Emilio Estevez in their “zone” (19:47)Kristen’s quote from Cate Blanchett about Cincinnati (21:19)Ewan McGregor’s first-ev

If you have ever seen The Lion King either on screen or on stage, you know Mufasa as the father with much wisdom to impart to his son.  In this podcast episode, Alton Fitzgerald White, who played the role of Mufasa on Broadway 4,308 times shares his personal brand of wisdom for success.  In his book “My Pride: Mastering Life’s Daily Performance,” Alton shares his philosophy on how to how to avoid burnout by tapping into your inner resources to bring renewed joy every day.  He and Mike talk about: The empowering moment Alton realized he had a gift, and the beginning of his leadership journey to use it to power good (3:59)The power in knowing what you don’t know and how to ask for help (6:38) “It's okay to not know.  That’s the first step in becoming a master of anything.” The “recipe for disaster” many leaders unknowingly create for themselves (12:26) Click here to listen on iTunes  I Heart Radio   Android Alton also shares his personal philosophy about self-care for high-performing people (12:26), including: 

Discover Luke Dooley's insightful perspective on the impact of the entrepreneur. In this Talent Magnet Institute Podcast episode, Mike talks to Luke Dooley about the challenges of being a successful entrepreneur and how to navigate life as a business owner successfully. Luke is the President of OCEAN Programs. Through their events, training, accelerator, and tribe, OCEAN Programs teaches, mentors, and invests in entrepreneurs who have faith in God and a passion for success. The 5th Annual OCEAN Conference, an event that brings entrepreneurs together for faith, connection, and learning, will be held on October 11 and 12, 2019. Mike and Luke discuss the bravery element of entrepreneurship.  You will learn: The 1 thing that the entrepreneur must have to succeed.  (2:30) The key impact entrepreneurs almost never consider when going into business (3:32)How entrepreneurs are changing the status quo in work and the world (5:02)The 4 elements needed to stay excited about work and avoid burnout (26:50) Click To List

In this Talent Magnet Institute Podcast episode, Mike talks to Jodi Brandstetter, Chief Talent Strategist at Lean Effective Talent Strategies and founder of Talent Acquisition Evolution, an event designed to bring Talent Acquisition professionals together to network, learn, and elevate the future of talent acquisition.  In this podcast Mike and Jodi discuss:  Why Jodi believes that awesome recruiters really can save the worldThe “secret sauce” in recruiting (4:11)How a recruiter can make or break your internal brand (5:00)Why candidate experience matters to business success in the short term and the long term (15:30)3 ways to increase your talent pool significantly that probably never crossed your mind (20:02) Click Here To Listen on iTunes Now Mike got a preview of Jodi’s masterfully planned event, Talent Acquisition Evolution, which takes place on September 4th, 2019 in Cincinnati, Ohio.  It is sold out, but you can get highlights by joining the Talent Acquisition Evolution Facebook group where she will be

In this week’s episode Mike Sipple Jr. interviews Joe Motz, CEO/Chairman of The Motz Corporation, about an exciting initiative. Joe is embarking on a 6500 mile bike ride over 90 days which is focused on a cause bigger than himself. He calls this initiative Gearing Up For Good. Mike and Joe discuss what inspired the initiative, the importance of holistic care in brain disease treatment, and developing together at work. What Inspired Gearing Up For GoodHaving read Half Time by Bob Buford, a book that teaches how to grow from seeking success in business to seek significance in life, Joe asked himself two questions:What can I do that puts me in a better place?What can I do more with the capacity I have?Several persons in his company are caretakers of loved ones with Parkinson’s disease. Joe has seen the impact of the disease through their eyes. Since he enjoys physical challenges, he created Gearing Up For Good as a supporting effort to raise awareness about the disease.Holistic Care is VitalGearing Up For Good i

Jessica Baron, Vice president of Centennial Inc, talks with Paaras Parker, the Head of Human Resources at Kroger Digital. They start things off with a conversation about family. Family Principles Through the Generations Paaras’s family moved to the Cincinnati area from Pakistan when she was just about to enter kindergarten - and this is a huge move for any family. They navigated through the transition the same way. Paaras lives her life now - according to 4 principles: Be honest, do good work, give back, value something bigger than you. There really shouldn’t be a distinction between your personal life and your work life when it comes to these principles. Starting at Victoria’s Secret Back when Paaras was starting work, there was no digital, but she needed a job in between semesters of the university. Like most people back then, she printed off her resumes and walked the mall until she got to Victoria’s Secret, where she was interviewed, and then hired on the spot. She wasn’t expecting it but loved the comp

Today we get a follow-up episode, where Mike sits down again with Meredith Meyer, founder of Infinite Potential! They’re talking about the concept, how it manifests when you change your role, and how organizations can foster it among their employees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Talent Magnet Institute Podcast, Mike speaks with Meredith Meyer - whose business, Infinite Potential, is founded on the idea that strategic planning and talent need to be perfectly integrated for a business to be successful. They discuss what kindness means in an organization, the rapidly-changing world and what it means for organizations focused on culture, and how to bring different company stakeholders to the same table in terms of strategic planning.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of the Talent Magnet Institute, Janelle Spence and Christine Lewis talk about one of the most interesting leadership events of the year. Janelle Spence is the marketing director of Centennial Talent strategy and Executive Search. Christine Lewis is the executive assistant to our usual host, Mike Sipple Jr. Today, they’re talking about Leadercast and sharing their thoughts about some of the guests from this year’s events.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Jessica Baron speaks with Dr. John Tew, an internationally renowned neurosurgeon with controversial ideas about how to live a healthy life, and Liz Keating, whose daily work inspires connections between people all over the world. What do these people have in common? Aside from a long history of working together, Liz and Dr. Tew have discovered that their areas of interest intersect in fascinating ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a very special episode of the Talent Magnet Institute, Tim Hanner, the President of NaviGo, who happened to be the first-ever interview conducted by the host of the show, turns the mic on Mike Sipple Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When business and community members get involved in their communities - from their local schools to collaborative giving - wonderful things can happen. Nancy Grayson, the President of Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky has a deep belief in the power of giving - and plenty of strategies for how to do it as a company, as a family or an individual. There’s a chemical change in the brain that happens when you give - it feels good to do good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Telling someone to embrace the ambiguity in their career doesn’t sound like good advice, nor something a person would want to do. According to the ‘Queen of Ambiguity,’ Myrita Craig, it’s actually a great idea. Myrita, ADP for the University of Cincinnati Office of Innovation, shares how she earned the title and why she leans into ambiguity. It began with a company that you know well where she helped develop the first automated bridal registry system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Motz is the President and CEO at The Motz Corporation and was awarded the Small Giants award by Forbes. Joe’s journey has been an interesting one: he found amazing success but learned it would cost him his life. So Joe learned the importance of ‘unpacking.’ Today, he and Mike discuss how strong leaders can also be strong and healthy people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it truly look like to lead an inclusive community, and how can we, as leaders, make an impact on this conversation? Join us today as Mary Stagaman, the Vice President of Inclusion at Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, talks about reaching beyond the familiar, celebrating diversity, and the difference this makes for us in our businesses and our lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special episode, we’re looking back on the first year of the Talent Magnet Institute Podcast. We’re highlighting some of our best topics and episodes, telling stories from behind the scenes, and sharing insights from the year that was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices