Living Your Legacy

• Executive Strategy Leader: How to Build Teams That Win for Generations

  Dr. Cedric Bernard Howard, a strategic visionary and CEO of Howard Executive Consulting, joins us for a powerful conversation on the evolution from manager to true leader. This episode explores why many entrepreneurs—despite their talent and drive—struggle when stepping into leadership roles that demand broader vision, long-term strategy, and the ability to inspire teams. Dr. Howard offers actionable insights on strengthening leadership capacity, avoiding common pitfalls, and developing the foresight needed to guide organizations into the future.Dr. Howard discusses key strategies for entrepreneurial success, emphasizing the need for a clear North Star, ongoing team development, and readiness to embrace innovation. He highlights the significance of learning from failure and stresses the importance of surrounding oneself with a value-aligned network. Entrepreneurs are encouraged to adopt long-range planning mindsets, akin to some Asian businesses that plan for centuries, to ensure enduring success and leave a lasting legacy. This session is a must-listen for those looking to excel in leadership roles while driving sustained organizational growth.Key Takeaways:Transition from Management to Leadership: Entrepreneurs often excel in small teams but face challenges in visionary roles. Strategic effort and vision alignment are crucial for effective leadership.Importance of a North Star: Defining and regularly revisiting your organization's core vision helps keep teams aligned and focused on long-term goals.Learning from Failure: Successful leaders distinguish between failure and being a failure. Learning to embrace and learn from errors is vital for growth.Building a Value-Aligned Network: Surrounding oneself with individuals who share similar values and bringing diverse strengths to the table enhances organizational success.Proactive Learning and Innovation: Constant learning, strategic foresight, and innovation are essential to staying ahead in rapidly evolving markets.Notable Quotes:"Your network determines your net worth." — Dr. Cedric Bernard Howard"Most successful leaders have learned how to fail so we don't become failures." — Dr. Cedric Bernard Howard"If you hit 3 out of 10 times, you're considered to be a Hall of Famer." — Dr. Cedric Bernard Howard"How are you preparing yourself to learn from your mistakes? That's being proactive rather than reactive." — Dr. Cedric Bernard Howard"Legacy is how do I build wealth that my great grandkids are benefiting from." — Dr. Cedric Bernard Howard.Connect with Dr. Cedric Bernard Howard:WebsiteLinkedInInstagram

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• Duct Cleaning Franchise Architect: Why Caring Became His Strongest Advantage

  Bradley Jacobson, an award-winning entrepreneur and accomplished DJ, Bradley shares his journey about how he scaled his duct cleaning business into a nationwide franchise. He credits his success to caring about people and building strong partnerships, leading to exponential growth in the home services sector.Discover the Ultravac difference as Bradley explains his innovative approach to duct cleaning, including a flat-rate pricing model and the use of proprietary disinfectant technology. His services have attracted large-scale partnerships with property managers and construction firms, exploding his franchise across Canada and now entering the U.S. Bradley's insights into maintaining integrity and making impactful partnerships are invaluable for entrepreneurs aiming for rapid business growth. Plus, he reveals how his passion for music and lifelong learning contributes to his diverse skill set and balanced lifestyle.Key Takeaways:The Power of Caring: Bradley emphasizes the importance of genuinely caring about people, which translates into a successful business model and customer satisfaction.Integrating Technology and Ethics: Ultravac’s industry-leading practices include advanced duct cleaning techniques and ethical leadership, focusing on long-term trust and customer relationships.Expansion through Partnerships: Establishing and nurturing partnerships with property managers and construction companies have been critical to the growth and scalability of Bradley's business.Life Balance and Passion: Balancing multiple interests, including a successful DJ career, Bradley illustrates the importance of pursuing personal passions alongside business endeavors.Educational Growth and Legacy Building: Committed to continuous learning, Bradley's pursuit of an MBA, and now a doctorate, reflects his dedication to personal development and legacy building.Notable Quotes:"People will forget what you say, but they'll never forget how you make them feel.""Another thing I found really effective is creating partnerships; not doing it on your own.""Success in business is one element, but that creates. There's stress involved in that. Music for me has always been something that I've loved.""Instead of making, they say about a ripple in a pond, I say, make a splash.""Let's partner up. Like if we have clients that need construction, boy, do I know what to refer you to?".Connect with Bradley Jacobson:WebsiteMusic

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• Award-Winning Beauty Entrepreneur: The Art of Branding Your Purpose

  Teresa Broadnax, a prominent celebrity stylist and entrepreneur who has revolutionized the beauty industry. Teresa shares her inspiring journey from being a teenage mother to becoming a successful business owner and two-time Emmy Award winner. She delves into her transition from working in a salon in Columbus, Ohio, to making a bold move to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams in Hollywood. Her story is one of resilience, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.The discussion highlights Teresa's experiences in Hollywood, discovering the nuances of the industry, and the important lessons she learned along the way. Key themes include the importance of maintaining a thick skin, the value of having a solid mentor, and the necessity of diligent work ethics. Teresa emphasizes her commitment to uplifting others by sharing her story and helping aspiring entrepreneurs with branding and building authentic and purposeful legacies. Her journey is a testament to the power of determination and the significance of vision in crafting a successful career.Key Takeaways:Teresa's journey from Ohio to Hollywood showcases the impact of taking risks and chasing your dreams.Building a successful brand requires diligence, being coachable, and having a thick skin in challenging industries like Hollywood.Sharing personal stories can empower others, offering them hope and motivation to overcome roadblocks.Having a mentor is invaluable for personal and professional growth, providing guidance and a pathway to success.Set realistic goals, mark milestones, and never let someone else's opinion determine your reality.Notable Quotes:"Never allow someone to make you dream small.""Just because you had a roadblock doesn't mean that you can't continue on and build a legacy.""Stay true to who you are, stay diligent, and have a plan.""I realized by telling my story, it was also giving other people hope.""Having a mentor is invaluable. Find people who are where you want to be and learn from them."Connect with Teresa Broadnax:Instagram

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• Founder of Wrenched Marked Lighting: Transforming the Broken Into Bold Design

  Adam Gentzler is a transformative craftsman and the innovative mind behind Wrenched Marked Lighting. The discussion centers around Adam's journey from working as an electrician and in water distribution to establishing a business that turns old, discarded materials into stunning, functional art pieces. His insights into art's intangible value, along with the life-changing experiences that led him to this path, form the crux of this fascinating dialogue.Adam shares how he blends his technical expertise with creative passion to conceive pieces that are not only unique conversation starters but also practical household items. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the profound belief that "effort beats talent when talent doesn’t try,” and highlights his dedication to his craft and continuous personal growth. With detailed talks about sourcing material inspiration, Adam’s story resonates with themes of resilience and transformation, offering inspiration for aspiring artists hoping to find their expression through creation.Key Takeaways:Adam Gentzler leverages his background in electrical work and water distribution to create bespoke lighting pieces that combine function with aesthetic bravery.The value of art, according to Adam, emerges from the story behind its creation and the transformation of raw materials into meaningful pieces reflective of personal growth.Adam's philosophy of "effort beats talent when talent doesn’t try" underscores his life and business ethos, suggesting resilience as key to success.Integration of personal transformation with professional work enables Adam to create art that has a profound impact both on his personal life and the lives of others.Adam emphasizes the importance of creating art for oneself first, fostering a connection that can transcend to others who see the beauty in the work.Notable Quotes:"What you have is all you need. Effort beats talent when talent doesn't try.""I looked at that material and saw a version of myself. I was blemished, I was broken, I'd been cast out.""When you do the hard work to them, they can shine. And I think as people, we can all relate to that concept.""Just, just stick with this...this would be the hardest time right now. And once you can get through this, you know you can. Things are only going to get easier from here.""The true artist makes something for themselves, and then I think other people see the value in it."Connect with Adam Gentzler:Website

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• United Auto Lease: How Online Leasing Is Replacing Dealerships

  Joseph Tal is the visionary behind United Auto Lease. Joseph is reshaping the car leasing industry with a fresh, user-focused approach that eliminates the hassles of the traditional dealership model. Joseph to explores how he is revolutionizing the process to make leasing a car as straightforward as browsing for any other product online.In this episode, Joseph Tal shares in-depth insights into the rapid changes occurring in the auto leasing industry, highlighting a notable 25% increase in leasing from 2021 to 2023. Joseph discusses his predictions about the future of car dealerships, advocating for a digital-first experience. Leveraging his comprehensive expertise across various sectors, Joseph elaborates on how United Auto Lease provides a completely transparent and efficient solution, ensuring customers never have to step foot in a dealership again. Tune in to discover how Joseph's entrepreneurial journey and passion for innovation are driving this exciting transformation in an industry ripe for disruption.Key Takeaways:Revolutionizing Car Leasing: Joseph Tal's United Auto Lease offers a digital-first, transparent, and efficient car leasing experience, bypassing the need for traditional dealerships.Rising Lease Trend: There is a significant 25% uptick in car leasing from 2021 to 2023, as consumers seek flexibility and convenience in their vehicle choices.Vision for the Future: Joseph predicts that dealerships will become obsolete as consumers increasingly prefer online transactions for car purchases.Entrepreneurial Journey: Joseph's entrepreneurial path from Wall Street to auto leasing highlights the importance of experience, adaptability, and seizing new opportunities.Real Estate vs. Crypto: Despite his varied interests, Joseph champions real estate as a more stable long-term investment compared to cryptocurrencies.Notable Quotes:"Dealerships won't last. Dealerships are going to be a thing of the past.""There's no reason for those dealers to exist... everything will be done online.""Finally, a painless way to lease a car.""People like to be quick, nimble, in and out. They don't want the long-term commitment.""It's not the greatest idea you’ll meet; it's the people who you'll meet along the way."Connect with Joseph Tal:WebsiteInstagramFacebook

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