Best CJ Wolf Podcasts (2025)

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Recovering from Bullying at Work: Insights from TV Executive Andy Regal 57:28

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My guest for Episode #331 of My Favorite Mistake is Andy Regal, a longtime media executive whose career has included leadership roles at The Wall Street Journal, MSNBC, Consumer Reports, Court TV, and CBS College Sports. He is also the author of the forthcoming book, “Surviving Bully Culture: A Career Spent Navigating Workplace Bullying and a Guide…

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Why Case Management Is Critical to Demonstrating Compliance 42:05

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In this episode of Compliance Conversations, healthcare compliance expert Jessica Zeff, the Founder & CEO of Simply Compliance, shares real-world insight into why structured, electronic case management is essential for demonstrating compliance, managing risk, and responding efficiently to audits and investigations. What You’ll Learn What compliance…

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“Configured in the Appropriate Manner?” — The Landing Gear That Almost Stayed Up - Mistake of the Week 4:36

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In this Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban breaks down an incident involving an American Airlines A319 on final approach to Phoenix — captured on video with its landing gear still up. A cockpit alert sounded, the crew realized what was missing, and the pilots executed a safe go-around. Their explanation to air traffic control? A perfectly understated…

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Why Curiosity Drives Better Leadership: Debra Clary on Avoiding Assumptions and Unlocking Performance 40:47

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My guest for Episode #330 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Debra Clary, a leadership strategist, researcher, and executive coach with more than four decades of experience at organizations including Frito-Lay, Coca-Cola, Jack Daniel’s, and Humana. Episode page with video, transcript, and more She’s also a TEDx speaker, former off-Broadway perfo…

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From Toxic Culture to Empathic Leadership: How Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller Turned Pain into Purpose 41:58

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My guest for Episode #329 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, a TEDx speaker, empathy and leadership expert, and author of The Empathic Leader: How EQ via Empathy Transforms Leadership for Better Profit, Productivity, and Innovation. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Melissa shares the story of her “fa…

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Rethinking Critical Care Coding Beyond the Bedside 33:22

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Critical care coding isn’t just about time at the bedside. In this new episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf and Maya Turner discuss how recent CPT® guidance expands what’s billable, from telehealth consults to pre-arrival care coordination. Key Takeaways: When critical care starts (and where it doesn’t) CPT® vs. CMS Guidance— and what happe…

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Unlearning Old Habits on the Pickleball Court - Mistake of the Week 4:06

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In this edition of Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban tells a story that didn’t appear in any safety report or headline — it happened on a pickleball court. Early in learning the sport, Mark found his old tennis instincts taking over, leading to a very incorrect serve and a moment of embarrassment. What followed was a small but meaningful lesson in f…

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The 531 Patients Who Weren’t Dead Yet - Mistake of the Week 6:30

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In this week’s Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban tells the story of a Maine hospital system that accidentally mailed condolence letters to 531 very-much-alive patients. The cause? A computer glitch — and a few missing fail-safes. Mark explores what this bizarre mix-up reveals about system design, automation, and trust in healthcare. Beyond the absur…

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Telehealth Compliance in Late 2025 33:42

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As federal deadlines, a shutdown, and stalled legislation churn the rules, telehealth coverage looks different across Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers. In this episode, CJ Wolf, MD and Keisha Wilson (Founder/CEO of KW Advanced Consulting) breaks down what’s actually covered right now—and how to stay compliant without disrupting care. You’l…

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Looking Back: Katie Anderson & Isao Yoshino on Learning, Leadership, and Mistakes 39:35

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We’re going back to Episode 30 from January 2021, featuring Katie Anderson — author of Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn — and Isao Yoshino, the longtime Toyota leader whose career and lessons inspired her book. Episode page with video, transcript, and more It was such a privilege to talk with them then, and even more meaningful now, because I rec…

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Shutdowns, Telehealth & Enforcement: Compliance Perspectives on Current Events 33:17

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Headlines change. Your mandate doesn’t. In this Compliance Conversations episode, CJ Wolf, MD, and Brian Burton, Healthicity Chief Compliance & Privacy Officer, cut through the noise to show how to keep programs objective, patient-first, and audit-ready—even amid shutdowns, delayed rules, and shifting priorities. What you’ll learn Enforcement reali…

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From the Wrong Business to the Right Voice: Emily Aborn on Finding Purpose Through Mistakes 42:03

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My guest for Episode #328 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Emily Aborn, a small business copywriter, speaker, and host of the Small Business Casual podcast. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Emily helps entrepreneurs bring clarity, creativity, and authenticity to their marketing. Before finding her true calling, she owned a brick-a…

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Can AI Be Humble? Maya Ackerman on What Machines Teach Us About Creativity 43:16

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My guest for Episode #327 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Dr. Maya Ackerman, AI pioneer, researcher, and CEO of WaveAI. She’s also an associate professor of Computer Science and Engineering at Santa Clara University and the author of the new book Creative Machines: AI, Art, and Us. EPISODE PAGE WITH VIDEO, TRANSCRIPT, AND MORE In this episode…

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Inside the Whistleblower’s World: What Compliance Needs to Know 50:58

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CJ Wolf sits down with Jacklyn DeMar (President and Chief Executive Officer of The Anti-Fraud Coalition) and Elin Kunz (testifying expert and former whistleblower) to explore the False Claims Act (FCA), the realities of retaliation, and how compliance programs move from “paper tiger” to practice. What You’ll Learn FCA in plain English: How cases st…

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Trust, Leadership, and Learning From Mistakes: William Harvey on Building a Safe and Excellent Workplace 47:24

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My guest for Episode #326 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Dr. William Harvey, a manufacturing executive and university professor whose career is defined by developing people, strengthening systems, and driving organizational excellence. A proud U.S. Marine, William carries forward a deep tradition of service and leadership. He also serves as …

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Archives: From Shame to Self-Awareness — A Leadership Transformation with Sabrina Moon 36:13

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In this bonus re-release, we revisit an important and timely conversation with Sabrina Moon, Founder and CEO of The Problem Solving Institute and a certified Dare to Lead™ facilitator. Originally aired as Episode #35 of My Favorite Mistake, this conversation remains one of the most powerful and honest reflections on leadership, shame, and transform…

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Shadow AI, Emerging Risks, and What Compliance Leaders Need to Know 31:30

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Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept; it’s here, embedded in healthcare systems, vendor platforms, and even your day-to-day operations. But with innovation comes risk. In this episode of Compliance Conversations, host CJ Wolf, MD, talks with Santosh Kaveti, Founder and CEO of ProArch, about: Emerging AI Risks: From shadow AI to mod…

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Failing My Way to Success: Phillip Cantrell on Scaling vs. Scrambling in Business 39:01

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My guest for Episode #325 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Phillip Cantrell, EVP of Strategy at United Real Estate, founder of Benchmark Realty, and author of Failing My Way to Success: Lessons from 42 Years of Winning and Losing in Business. EPISODE PAGE WITH VIDEO, TRANSCRIPT, AND MORE Phillip reflects on more than four decades of entreprene…

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Spinal Tap’s Greatest Mistakes — And Why They Still Matter 41 Years Later 13:40

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In this very special solo episode of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban breaks down the gloriously ridiculous — and surprisingly instructive — mistakes made by the characters in his all-time favorite film, This Is Spinal Tap. With the long-awaited sequel, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, now in theaters, Mark explores why Spinal Tap endures not just…

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What ISO 42001 Means for Healthcare Compliance 23:56

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Artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare, from ambient documentation to virtual assistants. But as opportunities grow, so do risks. How can compliance and security leaders enable innovation while ensuring patient safety and regulatory alignment? In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf talks with Walter Haydock, former nationa…

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How an MLM Failure Taught Trevor Schade to Lead, Grow, and Succeed in Real Estate 45:02

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My guest for Episode #324 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Trevor Schade. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Trevor began his career as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with a strong background in coding and process improvement. He consulted on business efficiency and outsourcing before shifting into real estate in 2008. After earning hi…

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NFL Kickers on Mistakes, Pressure, Rejection, and How to Succeed in Football and Life 10:03

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In this special episode of My Favorite Mistake, host Mark Graban celebrates the kickoff of football season with a unique perspective: five legendary kickers who know what it means to perform under pressure. Guests include former NFL kickers Jay Feely, Shane Graham, David Akers, Nick Lowry, and University of South Carolina’s all-time leading scorer …

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Compliance and Revenue Cycle: A Shared Mission 29:40

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In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf sits down with Melinda Hawk, recognized as Healthicity’s Revenue Cycle Manager of the Year, to talk about her career journey, leadership lessons, and the power of collaboration between compliance and revenue cycle teams. What You’ll Learn: Insights from 35 years in home health and hospice The imp…

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Mistakes in Houses and Hospitals: Grace Bourke on Trust, Verification, and Lasting Improvement 53:45

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My guest for Episode #323 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Grace Bourke, Consulting Director of the Performance Excellence Practice at Baker Tilly. With nearly 40 years of experience in healthcare quality improvement and industrial engineering, Grace has worked in clinical care, biotech, global public health, and senior leadership roles at org…

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Quitting My PhD: Rob Dorgan on Redefining Success, Beating Burnout, and Finding Purpose 43:32

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My guest for Episode #322 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Rob Dorgan, a multi-talented professional whose career path has taken him from paralegal to college professor, retail store owner, manufacturing company president, and now licensed massage therapist, certified yoga educator, meditation teacher, and astrologer. Rob is also the author of…

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The Compliance Impact of the CMS TEAM Model 33:19

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In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf speaks with Eddie Qureshi, CEO of Rainfall Health, to break down the new CMS TEAM Model—and what it means for your hospital’s future. What You’ll Learn: Which hospitals are impacted (and how to check the list) Why CMS is shifting post-acute accountability to hospitals What compliant documentation…

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Why Listening to Yourself Is the First Step to Better Communication — Cynthia Kane on Learning to Pause 42:19

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My guest for Episode #321 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Cynthia Kane, founder and CEO of the Kane Intentional Communication Institute and author of several books, including How to Communicate Like a Buddhist and The Pause: How to Keep Your Cool in Tough Situations. Episode page with video and more Cynthia shares a pivotal mistake from early…

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From Lab Work to Leadership: Dr. Jen Heemstra’s Guide to Thriving in Science Careers 11:39

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🎙️ In this bonus episode of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban welcomes back Dr. Jen Heemstra, Charles Allen Thomas Professor and Chair of Chemistry at Washington University in St. Louis. Jen joins us to talk about her new book, Lab Work to Leadership: A Concise Guide to Thriving in the Science Job You Weren’t Trained For. She shares how the book was…

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The Costly Expansion Mistake That Made Damon Lembi a Better 'Learn it All' CEO 43:53

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My guest for Episode #320 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Damon Lembi, CEO of Learnit, a live learning and development platform that has helped upskill over 2 million professionals. Episode page with video, transcript, and more A former college baseball player and now a two-time bestselling author, Damon shares the story of how youthful ambit…

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Hidden Security Vulnerabilities in Healthcare Portals 25:02

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In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf, MD, is joined by Rui Ribeiro, Co-Founder and CEO of Jscrambler, to dive into the client-side security threats healthcare organizations often overlook. From patient portals to embedded video players, Rui explains how browser-based vulnerabilities are creating new risks that healthcare teams need …

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Your Work Won’t Speak for Itself: Mistakes & Branding Lessons from Sapna Pieroux 44:46

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My guest for Episode #319 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Sapna Pieroux, award-winning author of Let’s Get Visible!, a branding consultant, and the founder of Inner Visions ID. Episode page with video, transcript, and more With a background spanning 20 years in media and experience working with major brands like Toyota, Sony, and L’Oréal, Sap…

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The Art of Preventing Stupid: Lawyer and Author Matthew Davis on Business Mistakes and Growth 45:12

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My guest for Episode #318 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Matthew Neal Davis, an attorney, entrepreneur, and author of the provocative book The Art of Preventing Stupid. Episode page with video and more Matthew is the founder and managing partner of Davis Business Law, which has grown more than 1,000% in six years, earning a spot on the Inc. …

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Hospital Transparency in 2025: What’s Changed and What’s Coming 31:06

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In this powerful episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf interviews Dave Cardelle, RPh, Chief Strategy Officer at AMS, who shares practical insights on CMS’s shifting enforcement landscape and the real-world impact of hospital price transparency. What You’ll Learn: What makes a machine-readable file compliant (and what doesn’t) Why average neg…

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How Telehealth and Chronic Care Management Drive Modern Reimbursement 33:39

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In this episode of Compliance Conversations, CJ Wolf welcomes back Maya Turner, a nationally recognized expert in medical coding and consulting. Together, they explore how value-based care and ancillary services are transforming provider reimbursement, especially in a telehealth-enabled world. You'll learn: What value-based care really means (and w…

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Why Going to Law School Was Her Favorite Mistake – Davina Frederick of Wealthy Woman Lawyer 44:47

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My guest for Episode #316 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Davina Frederick, founder of Wealthy Woman Lawyer, host of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer Podcast, and a business coach who has helped women law firm owners scale their practices to seven figures and beyond. Episode page with video, transcript, and more In our conversation, Davina shares why…

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The Danger of Optimism: CEO Jim Schleckser on His Biggest Leadership Mistake 49:22

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My guest for Episode #316 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Jim Schleckser, founder and CEO of The CEO Project. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Jim is a seasoned business leader, bestselling author, and trusted advisor to CEOs around the world. With experience spanning 42 countries and multiple industries, Jim has spent decades he…

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Why 100 Coffee Meetings Didn’t Work—And What Kat Halushka Did Instead 37:43

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My guest for Episode #315 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Kat Halushka, a business and visibility strategist for coaches, consultants, and speakers. She’s the founder of Profitable Impact Academy, where she helps entrepreneurs grow their audience, automate marketing, and land clients through speaking and streamlined funnels. EPISODE PAGE Kat’…

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How Culture Creates Freedom and Profit: Josh Cunningham Returns to Share His New Book 13:57

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In this special bonus episode of My Favorite Mistake, host Mark Graban welcomes back Josh Cunningham, founder and CEO of Rokrbox and guest from Episode 244. Josh returns to share insights from his brand-new book, Culture Is the Key: How to Unlock Massive Profits and Freedom. We dive into: How Josh built a culture-first company that’s thriving—even …

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The Mistake of Unrealistic Expectations: Mark Struczewski’s Solopreneur Journey 44:03

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My guest for Episode #314 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Mark Struczewski, also known as “Mister Productivity.” Mark is a Houston-based productivity coach, speaker, and host of The Mister Productivity Podcast, with over 1,300 episodes to his name. He helps overwhelmed professionals cut through distractions and focus on what truly matters. Ep…

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Healthcare Marketing in a Privacy-First World 31:20

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Aaron Burnett, CEO of Wheelhouse Digital Marketing Group, joins CJ Wolf to decode the complex world of healthcare marketing, privacy laws, and risk mitigation. What You’ll Learn: The evolving legal landscape: OCR guidance, AHA lawsuits, FTC enforcement Why third-party tracking is out—and what to use instead How to collaborate across marketing, IT, …

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Avoiding Bad Marketing: Amber Gaige on Mistakes, AI, and the Four Cs 32:41

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My guest for Episode #313 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Amber Gaige, a marketing strategist, international bestselling author, and founder of Far Beyond Marketing. With over 20 years of experience, Amber helps entrepreneurs simplify their marketing and drive real results. She’s also the author of The Far Beyond Marketing Guidebook: Stop Bei…

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Ballet, Mistakes, and Masked Performances: Jared Redick’s Story of Grace Under Pressure 42:44

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OOPS! Due to an editing mistake, I had to reupload the file. Again. My guest for Episode #312 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Jared Redick, a third-generation ballet dancer, choreographer, and award-winning educator. Episode page with links and more Jared is a full professor and Assistant Dean of Dance at the University of North Carolina Scho…

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Top Takeaways from New Skilled Nursing Facility Guidance 46:29

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Join Healthicity’s CJ Wolf and Compliagent’s Paige Pennington as they break down the first industry-specific compliance program guidance (ICPG) from the OIG—focused entirely on skilled nursing facilities. Key Takeaways: Why the OIG prioritized SNFs Top risk areas flagged in the new guidance The evolving role of compliance in quality and contracting…

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How a Mistake in Confronting Workplace Discrimination Shaped a Leadership Career – Karin Hurt on Speaking Up the Right Way 40:51

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My guest for Episode #311 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Karin Hurt, CEO of Let’s Grow Leaders, a global leadership development firm. Karin is a former Verizon Wireless executive and the award-winning author of five books, including her latest, Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict. Episode page with video, transcript, and mor…

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What Nearly Killed Andrew Laws’ Business—and Why He’s Now Grateful for It 41:48

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My guest for Episode #310 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Andrew Laws, Founder of the SEO agency Yeseo IO and host of The Business Amplifier Podcast. Andrew has been working in digital marketing for over 25 years and has seen just about every shift in the SEO landscape. But one of the biggest lessons of his career came not from Google’s algor…

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Cybersecurity in Healthcare: What Every Compliance Officer Needs to Know 29:16

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In this episode of Compliance Conversations, Anurag Lal, CEO of NetSfere and former U.S. broadband official, explains why healthcare remains the top target for cybercriminals—and what you can do about it. What You’ll Learn: The evolving tactics behind healthcare cyberattacks How to identify insecure communication practices within your org What true…

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How Busy Teams Can Better Execute Growth Plans: Andrea Jones on 'Executagility' and Mistakes 14:20

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In this special bonus episode of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban talks again with Andrea Jones, Principal at AJC and CEO of The Executagility Company. Andrea was previously featured in Episode 105, and she returns to discuss the release of her new book: The Executagility Field Guide: How Busy Teams Can Execute Growth Plans. Andrea shares a new “fa…

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Burnout to Breakthrough: How La Tonya Roberts Found Harmony by Leaving Corporate Consulting 29:39

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My guest for Episode #309 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is La Tonya Roberts, the founder and CEO of Harmony Consulting Group. La Tonya is a fractional COO, HR consultant, and executive coach who helps women entrepreneurs scale their service-based businesses from six to seven figures through systems, strategic planning, and operational excellen…

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Mistakes vs. 'Stupidity': C.J. Stewart Breaks Down Life Lessons from Baseball to Social Justice 48:35

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My guest for Episode #308 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is C.J. Stewart, co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer at the LEAD Center for Youth, an Atlanta-based nonprofit focused on empowering Black youth through sports-based development. Before dedicating his life to mentorship and advocacy, C.J. was drafted twice by the Chicago Cubs and built …

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How the NFL Is Reducing Head Injuries Without Losing the Kickoff: A Conversation with Dr. Thom Mayer 12:55

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In this bonus episode of My Favorite Mistake, host Mark Graban welcomes back Dr. Thom Mayer, the longtime Medical Director for the NFL Players Association. Thom previously joined us in catch up on his original episode here 🌐 Learn more about Dr. Mayer and his work with the NFLPA 💡 Subscribe at MarkGraban.com/mistake…