Biz-Souls

Dive deep into Human Innovation with Stephan K Thieringer, a beacon of leadership excellence and innovation, as he exchanges ideas and concepts with Rona and Jeffrey. In this episode, they unravel the intricate challenges that leaders face, both internally and externally, and explore the transformative power of human innovation in the workplace.

Stephan, recognized as a Top 30 Global Coaching Guru alongside luminaries like Jack Canfield and Tony Robbins, brings a wealth of experience as a leadership coach, entrepreneur, personal futurist, and investor. His journey is about professional success and encompasses the role of a dedicated father and Sheepadoodle dad, adding a personal touch to his multifaceted life.

The spotlight shines even brighter on Stephan as he recently received the prestigious Association for Business Psychology Award for Excellence in Coaching, a testament to his unparalleled contributions to the field.

Rona and Jeffrey, your hosts for this captivating episode, guide you through a conversation that delves into the essence of leadership and the untapped potential within each individual. The term "Human Innovation" takes center stage, illustrating how fostering innovation on a human level can catalyze transformative leadership.

As you join this dynamic trio on this episode, be prepared to be inspired, challenged, and motivated. Whether you're a seasoned leader, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone passionate about personal growth, Episode 92 promises to be a treasure trove of insights, wisdom, and a fresh perspective on leadership excellence. Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery with Stephan Thieringer, where the intersection of leadership and human innovation becomes the catalyst for greatness.

Join Rona Lewis and Jeffrey Hansler as Produce Guru Robert Schueller shares how Melissa’s Produce is feeding the world and how he creatively works public relations for this food industry titan.

Robert Schueller’s 27 years with Melissa's Produce have given him a cornucopia of opportunity for grown and excitement. He is a regular industry spotlighted celebrity at food events around the globe and contributor to multiple publications and cookbooks.

Listen on as Robert Schueller delves into food trends, popular store items, and the fast pace of work in the food industry.

What happens when you go from what brings in money to what makes you happy? You let passion launch your career!

Join Jeffrey and Rona as they talk with Dan Maher of PaleoZone Food Delivery as he shares his story and advice about changing careers mid-life from mortgage broker to managing mental and physical health.

Let Dan tell you about this fabulous and scary, risk-filled ride that ends up being more than you might imagine. He shares tips for staying fit, eating right, and making your business stand out in a crowd.

Ahoy there, adventurous souls and aspiring ocean wanderers! Get ready to set sail on an exhilarating journey of podcasting with Rona and Jeffrey as they introduce you to "An Ocean of Opportunity for Adventure and Income" with the one and only Stephanie Schuldt. Learn from business-savvy, biology-loving, and sea-enthusiast Stephanie Schuldt and how she blended all her passions into one incredible adventure?

Stephanie is the living proof that you don't need to be a world-famous celebrity to chase your dreams and make a living out of it. While some people struggle to figure out which cereal to have for breakfast, Stephanie is out there circumnavigating the globe, all while building her income from sponsorships and affiliate marketing. She's not just living the dream; she's practically surfing on it!

So, prepare to be inspired, amused, and maybe even a little jealous as we dive into Stephanie's whirlwind life journey on "An Ocean of Opportunity for Adventure and Income." If you've ever wondered what it takes to master the art of freediving, how to turn your love for the environment into a career, or simply how to make the ocean your office, you won't want to miss this podcast. Grab your life vests, folks, because Stephanie Schuldt is about to set sail on the seas of success, and you're invited to ride the wave with her!

Tired of playing the "last word" Olympics at every team meeting? Let's face it, the need to have the last word can be as exhausting as a toddler's never-ending "but why?" We get it; it's a battle of wits, a power struggle, a desperate grasp at control. What if there was a better way to channel that energy? Introducing Biz-Souls - the revolutionary solution to your last-word woes!

Imagine a world where you don't need to out-quip your coworkers or have the final say in every office debate. Rona and Jeffrey provide you tips and mental tools so you can redirect your energy towards personal and professional growth, leaving your inner control freak a needed respite. Say goodbye to those heated arguments over the office microwave (or Zoom meeting), and hello to a more harmonious workplace where you can focus on what truly matters - like Play Friday’s .

Get your last word in by saying yes to Biz-Souls, and continue on your journey to enlightenment, because, let's be honest, your colleagues and clients have enough opinions of their own without yours – even if you're just trying to help!

Your tone, cadence, and characteristics impact others at the conscious and subconscious level

Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, because you're in for a treat with Biz-Souls Episode 87: "Is Your Voice Working for You or against You?" 🎙️ Are you tired of sounding like a rogue parrot who's been at the helium balloons? Worried your voice might be sabotaging your career like a rogue agent in a spy thriller? Fear not! Our charismatic hosts - Rona and Jeffrey -  guide you through this auditory adventure, bringing a smile for your face and wisdom for your brain.

With tips and tricks that even your pet parakeet would be envious of, Rona and Jeffrey provide insights for adding value to your voice.

Get ready to make your voice work for you like a corporate superhero, and remember, with Biz-Souls, you're just one episode away from knowledge, insights, and riches.

Crispr has changed everything in the genetics world – someday diseases like diabetes, sickle cell anemia, and even the common cold may no longer exist. On the other hand, Crispr could provide a mad scientist the ability to wipe out the world with a pandemic.

Either way, it’s an exciting field for Heather Evans , a young professional making smart choices for work and her PhD plans.

Please join Rona Lewis and Jeffrey Hansler as they discover more about Heather and the field of genetics

There is the correct way to do a media interview. If you watch or listen to any news, podcasts or talk shows, you’ve probably seen guest drone on and on, over-answering with unnecessary info or unprepared and stumbling over their answers.

Join us for an in-depth discussion with Jess Ponce III, a seasoned media interview coach, providing you with the tools to communicate your message effectively, handle tricky questions, and leave a lasting impression.

Whether you're an established professional, a budding entrepreneur, or someone keen to polish their TV or podcasting interview skills, this episode with Jesse, Rona and Jeffrey is your gateway to on-air prowess.

They say Happiness is a choice.

Is it?

How do we know we’re happy?

Unveil the secrets of genuine joy with our exclusive interview with Happiness Coach, Ricky Powell. We dive into this enlightening conversation, exploring ways of nurturing positivity, fostering mental resilience, and cultivating personal growth.

Whether you're navigating life's challenges or seeking enhanced contentment in your everyday, Ricky’s insights provide guideposts to your personal journey towards lasting happiness.

Ricky Powell is a veteran of the Entertainment Industry. He realized his first dream of being an actor when he was just seven years old. After a successful career in front of the camera, Ricky began his next journey at the NBC Television Network in Burbank, California.

Working through some difficult situations at work and at home in his twenties and thirties, Ricky became fascinated with the subject of happiness, and how you can choose to be happy regardless of your outer circumstances.

Listen in as Rona and Jeffrey discover Ricky's perspective on happiness and how to achieve and maintain it.

Who would have thought there are benefits to boredom?

It might surprise you that boredom is a studied topic and there are different kinds of boredom.

Who knew!

Join Rona and Jeffrey as they dig into the benefits of boredom on a gray and lazy summer day in Southern California.

By the way did you know that gray and grey are both correct spellings for the color, while gray is more popular in the US and grey more popular outside the US.

Travel has shifted in the past 5 years. Airlines cancelling flights, Covid restrictions, rules and regulations constantly changing.

What does the future hold for lovers of travel?  It’s also an industry where Latins are in the minority. Jeffrey and Rona interview Jeannette Ceja, a leading travel authority and speaker about what’s going on in the industry and how the “traveling” Latin community is reaching out to it’s own.

Jeannette Ceja is an award-winning bilingual travel journalist, television host, travel advisor, and global public speaker. Over the past ten years, she has interviewed countless celebrities, athletes, and travel experts, including Samantha Brown, Rick Steves, and Anthony Bourdain. She has appeared as an on-air travel expert on BBC World News, ABC7 Los Angeles, WTTW Chicago, FOX 11 Los Angeles, Mexico Travel Channel, Spectrum News 1 Los Angeles, ABC 10 News San Diego, KUSI News, Good Day Austin/Fox 7 Austin, and other prominent media outlets worldwide.

Please join us for a fun and fast moving interview with Jeannette Ceja

Want to learn a little more about Organizational and Business Development?

Join Rona as she interviews Jeffrey Hansler on his perpective of guiding organizations through culture change and business development.

And if you didn't know the extent of Jeffrey's passion for the work he does, you will after listening to this podcast.

We are back with esteemed Professor of Law Thane Rosenbaum. Professor Rosenbaum is an American novelist, essayist, and Distinguished University Professor.

He is the director of the Form on Life, Culture, & Society, hosted by Touro College (folc.org) . Rosenbaum is also the legal analyst for CBS News Radio and appears frequently on cable television news programs.

What you may not know is Thane Rosenbaum is forbidden to speak at the University of Berkley Law School. Curious? You should be!

Listen in and find out! Oh, yes, and the Supreme Court is currently out of session after their decision on affirmative action.

Rona and Jeffrey are thrilled to bring you another special session with Dr. Thane Rosenbaum.

CYA means Cover Your Ass and organizations and individuals are making unthinking decisions based on accusations and perspectives.

Whether it is a country song or doctoral research, it seems once accused, you are convicted before the news is finished printing – all in the name of organizational protectionism. Harvard University is in the news again with their actions on Francesca Gino, award winning expert on the psychology of organizations. She is a professor at Harvard Business School and author of ‘Rebel Talent.’

Rona and Jeffrey share a mix of thoughts, considerations, and the importance of understanding human nature and our biases.

Join in on their conversation and add your own ideas to their open discussion which questions motives, actions, and organizational and individual decisions.

Are individuals, organizations, and society rushing judgment and punitive actions?

In Canada, Meta confirmed plans to end millions of Canadians’ access to news on its platforms, after the Federal Government's Online News Act – Bill C-18 – became law on Thursday.

While designed to support the struggling Canadian news industry by requiring Facebook and Google to negotiate compensating deals with local news outlets for posting or linking to their work, initial reactions seem to have put a price on free speech.

In 2021, a similar law led to Australian users getting blocked from sharing or viewing news on Facebook. While in the United States, the public is asking government officials to debate the profound effect corporate advertising exerts on health directives and political elections.

Rona and Jeffrey share their perspectives and thoughts and invite your comments on this wide reaching and impactful perspective of free speech, truth, lies, and money.

In his new book, ‘Perform or Perish,’ Jeffrey A Wolfe regales us with the true story of how he turned a company around in 30 days, from the brink of disaster.

Join Rona and Jeffrey as Jeffrey Wolfe tells us about himself and his book writing journey.

In his book, you’ll get a bird’s eye view of what went wrong and how his vision for change flipped how business is done. Within the pages are questions every business and business owner should be asking themselves, as well as suggestions and applications for making sure your company runs at its peak.

Jeffrey a Wolfe, CEO of AdventuresCEO’s, the world's leading Executive Training Adventure Retreats, supporting CEO's achievement of extraordinary personal and business growth, works with mature organizations in technologies from milling raw lumber to entrepreneurial virtual reality ventures. He incorporates innovative technologies into companies with teams as small as 14 people and as large as 65,000 people. He always increases profits, while making jobs safer and more enjoyable from the front line to the C-Suite. He is the founder of adventure CEO, host of ‘The Wolves Watch Live!’ Podcast, and a lifelong fan of road trips.

Join Rona and Jeffrey on Biz-Souls for this faced pace exchange with Jeffrey Wolfe about his book and his vision.

Michael Woudenberg joins us again on Biz-Souls. In this podcast, Michael talks about his debut novel ‘Paradox: Book One of The Singularity Chronicles.’ Paradox takes us on a future journey and the human battle over our deepening relationship with artificial intelligence.

Michael Woudenberg, a graduate of Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering, shares his writing process, the impact of his polymathic discipline, and his years of experience in systems engineering, program management, and military leadership.

Rona and Jeffrey have not been this excited for a series since ‘The Ray Bradbury Chronicles.’

Listen in as Rona and Jeffrey engage in a lively conversation with Michael Woudenberg for an inside look at his exciting novel.

This is Biz-Souls' 75th Episode and Rona and Jeffrey are excited about their lessons learned and experiences earned. In this podcast, they share their learnings and earnings from production, editing, interacting with guests, and marketing.

The focus of Biz-Souls is the human factors of business: leadership, skill development, relationships, neuropsychology, play and positive psychology.

They started planning in March 2021 and published their first podcast in March 2022. They crossed one hundred followers in June 2022.

In November 2022 Spotify notified them:

•        They created 1697 minutes of added content, that’s more than 96% of all business podcasts.

•         They are in the top 25% of all podcasts shared globally.

•        They have viewers in five different countries with top viewers in the USA, AUS, and DEU.

They have filmed every podcast – though not all the videos are up. Still, they are on Apple Podcast, Spotify, a host of other podcast sites, and YouTube.

Join them as they share podcast experiences earned. They always appreciate likes and shares.

Rona and Jeffrey trade ideas, quips, and comments around the idea of a 4-Day work week.

Join their lively discussion on an idea with growing popularity and fueled further by the pandemic and the executive stay-at-home-order. They cover pros and cons like increased work-life balance, improved well-being and job satisfaction, enhanced productivity and focus, impact on teams, control, and leadership.

Join Rona and Jeffrey for laughs, stories, and insights, and join in the conversation with your thoughts and comments.

Andrew Royal explains why behind every successful marketing plan is a well designed marketing operations system.

Full Stack Marketing Operations is the brainchild of

Andrew Royal, a 3X award-winning digital agency founder. Over the years, Andrew has honed his skills in various areas of marketing. The American Marketing Association has designates him as a Professional Certified Marketer and he holds specific platform certifications for Mailchimp, Google and Hubspot. He heads up the team as the Founder and That Guy That Makes Coffee.

Today he share with Rona and Jeffrey the absolute necessity for a well designed marketing operations system. Without one, marketers are throwing darts at a dart board in a pitch black room. As a marketing expert with almost 20 years of experience specializing in marketing operations, Andrew has always emphasized the importance of data-driven decision-making in optimizing marketing processes and delivering measurable results.

Will ChatGPT or some other form of AI be hiring your employees in the future? Will HR become irrelevant?

According to Tiersa Hall, SPHR®, MHRM, CHT, while Human Resources is evolving, you can't take the humans out of Human Resources.

She discusses the evolving nature of HR, the lasting effect from the pandemic - especially in the hospitality industry, and the necessity fo new skills and practices for HR professionals.

Tiersa Hall is an HR & Culture Consultant and Trainer, Forbes HR Contributor, Workplace Culture Specialist, leadership & engagement coach and autism advocate. She’s been seen speaking at events such as the Future of HR Forum and has her own podcast called Building Impactful Relationships.

Today she joins Biz-Soul's Hosts Rona and Jeffrey to discuss the past, present, and future of Human Resources and the important role of leadership.

Rona and Jeffrey creatively whip up some food for thought by combining the concepts of intuition, transparency, and being true to yourself. Just like combining ingredients for a nutritious meal, these notions allow for a strong and healthy life.

In this case, the strength comes from increasing self-awareness and critical thinking. And like our nutritional needs, it is a discourse of needed enjoyment.

Rona and Jeffrey put a smile on your face as they cover this topic with subtle messages, an occasional malaprop, lively debate, a myriad of topics - including artificial intelligence, and healthy disagreement.

These podcast hosts are enthusiastic about the issues and unintentionally spark a few petulant comments and comebacks as they share stories, values, philosophies, and knowledge.

Listen in and consider sending them your thoughts, comments, and ideas on this subject.

They’re confident the questions they raise will not be answered in the near term and will be part of an exciting future for all of us. So, join them in their mental kitchen for this home cooked verbal meal.

We are accustomed to a barrage of commercials when watching TV. The bulk of these commercials are from national organizations who have deep pockets local business do not. Tweva is an exciting start up that rethinks how local businesses share what they have to offer in their towns.

A digital marketing guru, startup enthusiast, and tech expert, Dave is a man of many talents - talents earned early by tinkering and building from electronic and mechanical equipment his father brought home and put in the garage. As the CEO and Co-Founder, David Van Beekum says, “It’s the TV Channel for your City.” It's the world's first social TV network for small businesses and influencers.

Listen in as Jeffrey and Rona deconstruct this new way of marketing and the profound impact it will have on the way local businesses market themselves.

If you're considering consulting for a living or because you have an opportunity, Jeffrey and Rona recommend you get acquainted with Peter Block's Flawless Consulting Model.

Join Rona and Jeffrey as they discuss the merits and advantages of Peter Block’s philosophy of consulting in their next three podcast episodes. Referencing Peter Block's Flawless Consulting book and field guide, Rona and Jeffrey guide you through his philosophy and five phase consulting process.

This is the final episode of their three-part podcast series about Peter Block's Flawless Consulting model. In the previous podcasts, they discussed the foundational aspects of the model and his consulting process.

They end this series by discussing your professional development as a consultant with an eye and a wink on Peter Block's point of view.

In this podcast, Rona and Jeffrey dive deeper into the process of consulting work. They explore how consultants diagnose problems and develop recommendations, as well as effectively communicating with clients and stakeholders. They also cover the importance of building and maintaining relationships and trust with clients.

-Last and certainly not least, Rona and Jeffrey focus on your professional development. They explore how consultants can effectively manage their time, workload, build their own expertise, and avoid becoming too emotionally invested in their work. Jeffrey and Rona share stories about dealing with difficult clients, situations, and conflicts.

They address questions:

How can consultants effectively manage their time and workload?

What is the role of empathy in consulting work?

How can consultants build their own expertise and knowledge in a particular area?

How can consultants avoid becoming too emotionally invested in their work with clients?

What are strategies for dealing with difficult clients or situations as a consultant?

How can consultants effectively manage conflicts within an organization?

Between them they have nearly 80 years of combined consulting experience. Their banter and stories add real world knowledge and give you a chance to learn as you laugh.

If you're considering consulting for a living or because you have an opportunity, Jeffrey and Rona recommend you get acquainted with Peter Block's Flawless Consulting Model.

Join Rona and Jeffrey as they discuss the merits and advantages of Peter Block’s philosophy of consulting in their next three podcast episodes. Referencing Peter Block's Flawless Consulting book and field guide, Rona and Jeffrey guide you through his philosophy and five phase consulting process.

This is the second of the three-part series about Peter Block's Flawless Consulting model. In the previous podcast, they discussed the foundational aspects of the model.

In this podcast, they discuss his consulting process and in the final podcast they talk about your professional development as a consultant with an eye on Peter Block's point of view.

In this podcast, Rona and Jeffrey dive deeper into the process of consulting work. They explore how consultants diagnose problems and develop recommendations, as well as effectively communicating with clients and stakeholders. They also cover the importance of building and maintaining relationships and trust with clients.

They address questions:

How can consultants effectively diagnose problems in organizations?

What are strategies for developing effective recommendations as a consultant?

How can consultants manage resistance from clients or stakeholders?

How can consultants effectively communicate their ideas and recommendations to clients?

What are techniques for facilitating effective meetings as a consultant?

How can consultants build and maintain relationships with clients over time?

Between them they have nearly 80 years of combined consulting experience. Their banter and stories add real world knowledge and give you a chance to learn as you laugh.

If you're considering consulting for a living or because you have an opportunity, Jeffrey and Rona recommend you get acquainted with Peter Block's Flawless Consulting Model.

Join Rona and Jeffrey as they discuss the merits and advantages of Peter Block’s philosophy of consulting in their next three podcast episodes. Referencing Peter Block's Flawless Consulting book and field guide, Rona and Jeffrey guide you through his philosophy and five phase consulting process.

The series starts with this podcast. They start of discussing the foundational aspects of the model.

In the next podcast, they discuss his consulting process and in the third they talk about your professional development as a consultant with an eye on Peter Block's point of view.

In this podcast, Rona and Jeffrey establish the basics of Peter Block’s book. They unpack his philosophy and explore the basic definitions and challenges of consulting work, as well as how consultants can establish trust and set expectations with their clients.

They address questions:

What is the main premise of "Flawless Consulting"?

What does Block mean by the term "consultant"?

How does Block define the role of the consultant?

What are the challenges that consultants face in their work?

How can consultants build trust with their clients?

What is the importance of setting clear boundaries and expectations in consulting work?

Between them they have nearly 80 years of combined consulting experience. Their banter and stories add real world knowledge and give you a chance to learn as you laugh.

Join Rona and Jeffrey as they learn about the matchmaking business from a seasoned professional, Sophy Singer of Sophy Love.

A core need of human beings is connection and love. Our ability to love may be our best attribute. Long ago relationships were all about necessity and practicality. Today, technology has freed us from necessity and relationships more than ever are about choice. And the choices are boundless – boundless in types of relationships and potential partners.

Sophy Singer is a professional matchmaker, dating coach, and dating industry consultant. Her journey into the "dating industry" started with the end of her first engagement over 15 years ago. After countless dates, mentoring, and therapy, she notices she had become good at the dating process and was soon coaching others. Since then, she has curated thousands of dates for hundreds of satisfied clients. Her approach is personal and her commitment to her clients is transformative.

Join us as she shares her journey and a secret or two for matchmaking success.

Patricia Greenberg's book 'Live Well, Age Well, Work Well-How the “Way Over 40” Crowd Can Stay Relevant and Healthy at Work' might just be the manual for your business success.

Join Rona and Jeffrey as Patricia Greenberg, the Fitness Gourmet, discusses how diet, exercise and keeping one’s mind active keeps you relevant in an ever-changing corporate environment.

Patricia Greenberg - Author, Nutritionist, Chef, Fitness Expert, Mother, and Wife - ushers in a new era of bite sized livable health, nutrition and fitness solutions, and methods for businesses assisting their efforts. In this session of Biz-Souls, Patricia shares her journey from 'Patty Fatty' to the completion of 20 marathons and 115 half marathons, and he on going commitment to tower climbing.

Growing old is inevitable. Your personal journey on this one-way road is in your hands - and feet - and hips - and arms - and mouth - and... well, you get the idea.

Elon Musk says, 'Engineers spent too much time improving things which shouldn't be improved.' And there is a bias on the internet about fixing procrastination. Maybe it shouldn’t be fixed – just leveraged!

Jeffrey and Rona take time to talk about a big benefit to procrastination and a way to harness that power. They also talk about the usual tips in dealing with procrastination and the single important knowledge point to be a master of your own time.

The banter is in full force on this one! Listen, subscribe and join in the conversation with your comments and remarks - we'll have more like this-let us know what else you'd like us to talk about. Or if you think you have an idea or a business worth talking about, perhaps we'll have YOU on!

Have you heard the one about....

Kathy Klotz-Guest is Rona and Jeffrey's favorite corporate comedian. Her journey has taken her from tech exec to corporate comedy stardom.

Kathy is a standup comedian as well as a very funny presenter, keynoter, and trainer. Her knowledge of comedy, culture, and concerns of HR make her an invaluable edition to any event.

Jeffrey and Rona ask the questions inquiring minds want answered. Whether it is tips for employees or human resources experts, Kathy has the answers and plenty of laughs to bring with her.

The stories we tell ourselves and others make a difference in the people we meet and the business we conduct. Storytelling is a key element of everything from professional speeches to first dates. (C'mon, you know it is...)

Rona and Jeffrey cover perspectives on the value and techniques of telling a good story as they share their own fables and truths about storytelling. And they haven't left Chris Rock out of this one either. Seems they both have comedy crushes on the his talents and storytelling abilities. (Hey, we're fond of ANY creative genius!)

Please join our podcast hosts - who feel they have their voice now - on this exciting episode of mystery and horror - just kidding.

Where there are people, there is bias. Bias drives us and runs us off the road and onto the stage.

In business and in our personal lives, being unaware of bias can be a slap in the face. And while there is no bias named Will Smith, there could be - and we can all fall victim to it.

In this episode, Rona and Jeffrey are guity of bias (oh, the price of being the editor) as they discuss bias and some of its consequences and, in a not so subtle manner, give a nodding omage to Chris Rock and his 'Selective Outrage' Netflix Special.

Will Smith deserves grace and forgiveness - it's difficult to fight our hard wiring. Just remember, except for tremendous success, hundreds of millions of dollars, and worldwide fame, it could just have easily been any of us.

Rona and Jeffrey would say this is their best podcast to date - then again they're biased.

Sarah Lewis is young, creative, and driven. Sarah shines as Baltimore's favorite weddinng invitation designer. And she is so much more.

From costume designer and occassion card creator, Rona and Jeffrey chat with this exciting young entrepreneur as she follows her dreams in tandem with her client's dreams.

While Sarah may not claim she's an expert at business, she is making all the right moves by focusing on her customers and the aspects of her business she enjoys the most.

Being an entrepreneur in the past was the 'road less traveled.' Today's new entrants to the business world travel it frequently and many find out it is much harder than expected. Sarah has her finger on the right buttons and her lessons are lessons for everyone wishing to follow their dreams.

We chat with Sarah, learning how a young entrepreneur follows her dreams, even when she’s not sure what they are!

Paul Levine, bestselling author of mysteries and thrillers, started his career as a reporter!

Asking yourself the question, ‘What does it take to be a successful novelist?’ If you are like Paul Levine, you go from reporter to lawyer to writer.

Not the answer you were looking for.

Then listen to Rona and Jeffrey as they interrogate Paul like a criminal suspect under hot lights in a game of good cop, bad cop, discovering his background, adventures in writing for movies and television, and sweating his confession about the secrets of writing success.

Be sure to tune into this Biz-Souls episode before his main character, Jake Lassiter, finds himself in an ‘Early Grave.’

One small step for non-programmers and one giant step for AI (Artificial Intelligence). Is Chat GPT something to be afraid of or embrace?

Everywhere you turn, it seems someone is talking about Chat GPT and its impact on society. Between 1962-1963 a cartoon called 'The Jetsons' stoked the imaginations of children about a future world we might all live in some day. Is Chat GPT the giant leap into a Jetson world?

Rona and Jeffrey have a lively back and forth discussion on Chat GPT and its pros and cons and the possible impact on society.

Open.ai, the company that released Chat GPT, has usured in a new era in AI, and people are asking questions about possible benefits and drawbacks to the platform.

Please join Rona and Jeffrey as they ask the question, ‘Should we take the blue or red pill?’

Not many people understand the business side of the wine industry. We’ll discuss with our special guests - Linda and Craig Boggs, owners of the Whisper Wine Company - everything from the importance of building strong relationships with distributors and retailers to how to create a successful brand standing out in a crowded market. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or a newbie, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for anyone interested in the business of wine.

So grab a beverage, a Whisper Wine product is recommended, as Linda and Craig share their ups and downs in the wine business with Rona and Jeffrey. Their story is a story of tenacity and commitment to their customers. You'll learn why 90% of Row Eleven Pinot Noirs, the Riddler Napa Red, and William Hall Napa Cabernet are sold in restaurants, hotels, resorts, and country clubs across the country and the best part of the wine business is making it and drinking it.

DEI in the Workplace - even among organizations dedicated to DEI, many struggle. Is it because they don’t understand it? Do they have the right systems in place? The right people? Maybe its the right attitude? Capturing the monumental momentum of the day is going to require hard choices, hard discussions, and many conversations.

Listen in on our group of experts - Lori Gentles, Jess Ponce III, Lauren Yee, Gary Ware, Erin Hourihan, and Michael Woudenberg - as they answer some hard questions and discuss what’s going well and the mistakes many companies are making.

Rona and Jeffrey join our experts sharing personal perspectives and real-life examples of how organizations are implementing DEI initiatives to drive positive change and explore the challenges and opportunities of DEI in the workplace and what each of us can contribute.

It will take more than watching ‘You People' or 'The Good Fight' for DEI to succeed.

Rona and Jeffrey have been producing the Biz-Souls Podcast each week for over a year.

And what is the best celebration for our first anniversary? Lots of technical issues and laughs.

Please enjoy our short celebration as we quickly review our successes, mistakes, and ideas for the future.

Thank you to everyone who has supported our work and shared our podcast with others.

Episode 54: The Spirit and Philosophy of Parkour and David Richard Thompson's Actions Growing Parkour into an International Sport

Parkour, the art and sport of freerunning, is a new and highly competitive international phenomenon.  It’s not just movement, it’s a discipline and philosophy giving back to its athletes.  David Richard Thompson, Co-Founder/President WFPF-World Freerunning Parkour Federation explains the ins, outs, trials and triumphs of starting an athletic federation from scratch. 

Born in Beirut, Lebanon to American & Canadian parents, raised in Morocco, Jordan and Washington D.C., David spent his university & graduate school years in DC, Paris, France, & New York City and speaks French like a native. His two years as the Los Angeles Director/VP of Development & Distribution for a foreign television/film distribution start-up, positioned David as a natural liaison for the WFPF to the International Parkour Freerunning community, with its deep roots in the French Moroccan suburbs of Paris where it originated as a sport instead of military training. 

Join Rona and Jeffrey as David shares his story and the opportunities and challenges for Parkour ahead.

Tom Goss's status as a rock star in the LGBTQ+ community and his focus on the "bear" community in his music is a testiment to his personal tenacity, strength, and dedication to his heart.

The power of focusing your product and service to a specific niche is clearly demonstrated in Tom's journey. In our conversation with Tom Goss, he shares the critical benefits of niching in the ultra competitive industry of music: His authentic representation of his identity and message is an advantage in today's music industry and make his music stand out - as does niching in a variety of industries.

Join Rona and Jeffrey as Tom shares his fascinating and eventful story of his music journey.  

Who doesn’t love a good hair day? When our hair isn’t behaving, it can ruin an otherwise great day. That is, if you have any to start with.

Hair loss - alopecia - affects your scalp or your entire body, and it can be temporary or permanent. It can be the result of heredity, hormones , medical conditions or a normal part of aging. Alopecia became part of Amy Gibson's life as her hair began to fall out just as her career as an actress and popular soap opera star was growing.

Join Jeffrey and Rona as they discuss the best way to weave a career in the wig business - no scratch that - in the self-esteem and confidence business and what many people don’t know about this scary hairy industry with Amy Gibson, hair loss expert by experience.

Empower your business potential with Rona and Jeffrey on Biz-Souls.com and dip your toe into business finance with the ultimate podcast power team. 

Join Rona and Jeffrey, as they guide you through an easy to understand explanation of accounting and finance.  Do not let your days of success be numbered! 

Each week, they delve into topics enhancing your personal and business potential, sharing their wisdom and insights with a community of like-minded entrepreneurs and enthusiasts. Whether you're just starting out on your entrepreneurial journey, or you're a seasoned business pro, you'll find something of value in every episode of Biz-Souls.com.

So, come join us and let's unleash your full potential.

Our exciting Biz-Souls conversation with Michael Woudenberg led to new thoughts and new questions and how it manifests in real world challenges.

Join Rona and Jeffrey as they dive into polymath applications in change and innovation.

The best place left for human power may be the space in between complex subjects and problems. Michael Woudenberg is one individual offering guidance in our journey.

Is being ''A Jack (of Jill for that matter) of All Trades' good for innovation?

Michael Woudenberg, founder of Polymathic Disciplines, previously senior engineering manager at Chainalysis and U.S. Army Airborne and Ranger qualified Field Artillery Officer, shares the important rise of the Polymaths - aka Renaissance mindset - with Rona and Jeffrey.

Join Rona, Jeffrey, and Michael as they explore the value and necessity of a wide-range specialist in today's world and sustainable power in a world enhanced by artificial intelligence.

When you hear the word Productive, what comes up? Bottom line? Focus? Is focusing on productivity itself really the best thing? Or is focusing on your people’s mindset more important?

In today’s podcast, Jeffrey and Rona discuss what it takes to be truly productive and have that sense of accomplishment, both individually and organizationally.

The business of sports isn’t all fun and games—the delicate balance between business and entertainment, the egos of the players, dealing with agents, etc, are all aspects we never think about. Of course, there are LOTS of fun and games, too…which lead to great and unbelievable stories! 

Rona and Jeffrey share their time and ears to hear those stories with Nick Sciarratta, Director of Corporate Development at the Rochester Red Wings.

Lori Gentles and and Lisa M. Sanchez, Co-Founders of The Positive Platform: Lifting and Living with Lisa and Lori, discuss how the human resources department has changed and more importantly, how it still NEEDS changing.  Creating and designing this department, becoming proactive instead of reactive in the face of DEI, work from home and more are all included in their ABIDE model. Have a listen as Rona and Jeffrey learn more about these amazing women and their quest for a more inclusive, inspirational workplace.

Play isn’t for kids anymore! OK, it is.... and it’s definitely for adults who want their work to shine! Play is the foundation for everything from better corporate culture to improved communication. Come play with a plethora of playful people and see WHY play is needed for better business.

Rona Lewis and Jeffrey Hansler welcome play experts Kristina Beauchesne, Mazzy Cameron, Talia Dashow, Julie Trell, Louise Wo, and Lauren Yee to a lively discussion on the role of play in organizational and individual health and achieving desired results and profits.

School is in and everyone is guaranteed an 'F' for Fun!

Quiet Quitting and the Great Resignation seem to be all anyone is talking about. Shocked?! We're not. Power shifts are constant and in the new combined environment of hybrid, WFH (Work from Home not 'What the F... Happened) and RTO (Return to Office not 'Reject This Opportunity'), keeping companies and employees working together requires critical thinking. Join Jeffrey and Rona as they discuss issues and solutions retaining employees and actions for management.

We’ve become a society of “over-apologizers.” It takes the meaning out of the word, as well as the emotions behind them. When SHOULD you apologize? What circumstances might warrant admitting you’re wrong, or asking for forgiveness?

Join Rona and Jeffrey as they banter away during this organic discussion on the pros and cons of apologizing.

Love means never having to say you’re sorry. Wait that’s from a movie. Sorry.