Best Leisa Reid Podcasts (2025)

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Walt Interviews David Otey – Own the Virtual Stage 1:00:00

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7d ago1:00:00

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Do you want to know how to confidently connect with an unseen audience? David Otey will show us how to own the virtual stage. David Otey gets it. He understands the challenges of presenting technical material. In the 1990s, while working as a broadcast engineer, David made a presentation at a conference of his peers. Immediately after lunch (i.e., …

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How to Manifest Great Things in Your Life with Francois Lupien 27:41

26d ago27:41

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If you want great things to happen in your life you have the opportunity and power to manifest them. You just need the right strategies. I discuss some of them in this episode with my guest, Francois Lupien. Francois Lupien is a dynamic executive coach, mentor and speaker whose experience includes successfully working with Tony Robbins, Stephen Cov…

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Story Selling: How to Know What Stories to Tell to Sell with Sylvain “Sly” Haché 33:32

1M ago33:32

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Effective storytelling is an essential component to successful sales results. In this episode I dive into the components of “story selling” from the stage with my guest, Sylvain “Sly” Haché. Sly is an ex-chronic stutterer who has created a new public speaking system that turns regular people into ‘‘naturals’‘—without scripts, stress or memorization…

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From Alone to Connected: Building Friendship in the Digital Age 23:05

2M ago23:05

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In this heartwarming and thought-provoking episode, Leisa and Tamara sit down with Gabor K. Kadas, founder of Friending.com—a new app designed to help people safely meet real friends offline. Gabor shares his inspiring journey from feeling isolated after moving around the world to developing a tech solution that connects people through shared inter…

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How to Create a Millionaire Mindset with Cole Vandee 27:51

2M ago27:51

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A seven-figure income doesn’t start with a business plan; it starts with a mindset. I discuss how to create a millionaire mindset in this episode with my guest, Cole Vandee. Cole is a strategic marketing mind behind more than 300 million dollars in found revenue generated for clients ranging from celebrity coaches to DTC brands in the pet industry.…

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How to Use Public Speaking to Grow Your Business with Leisa Reid 23:31

3M ago23:31

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Public speaking is an excellent way to grow your business as an entrepreneur. You just need the right strategies and ways to get started. We discuss some of them in this episode with my guest Lisa Reid. As the Founder of Get Speaking Gigs Now, Leisa trains entrepreneurs who want to use public speaking as a soul-fulfilling business growth strategy. …

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Ethereal Bonds: A Friendship Beyond Lifetimes 25:59

3M ago25:59

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Ever wondered how a friendship can transcend lifetimes, yet feel brand new? In Episode 78 of "How I Met My BFF," join us as we dive into the ethereal bond between Leah Harrington and Rebecca Randolph. Hosted by Leisa and Tamara, who kick things off with tales from Tamara's vineyard harvest at Ten Spoon Winery and Leisa's speaking adventures with th…

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How to Share Your Leadership Story and Leave a Legacy with Shelley Goldstein 25:52

3M ago25:52

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The epitome of leadership is the ability to share your leadership story and leave a legacy. I discuss how to do that with my guest, Shelley Goldstein. Shelley Goldstein is a leadership development coach specializing in communications affectionately known by clients as “The Coach Whisperer”. The moniker stems from her intuitive ability to pinpoint u…

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How to Create and Embrace Your Leadership Promise with Jason Hewlett 23:12

3M ago23:12

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Creating and embracing your leadership promise can change your life and your business as an entrepreneur. You just need a strategy for creating it and then maintaining it over time. I discuss how to do that in this episode with my guest, Jason Hewlett. Jason has delivered thousands of presentations around the world; performed in every major casino …

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How to Discover Your Emotional Source Code and Get Out of Your Own Way with Dov Baron 34:24

3M ago34:24

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We all have an “Emotional Source Code” that is set when we were children. It’s what drives us and is why we do everything we do. What if that code isn’t working to your advantage? You can change it! In this episode I discuss how to do that with my guest, Dov Baron. For over 30 years, Dov Baron has been empowering inquisitive leaders and influential…

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From Strangers to Sisters with Joanna Sanchez and Eva Vennari 20:39

4M ago20:39

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How do friendships form in the most unexpected places? What happens when two people click instantly at a Fourth of July gathering? Join us as we dive into these questions with our fabulous guests, Eva Vennari and Joanna Sanchez, on "How I Met My BFF" with your hosts, Leisa and Tamara. Ever wondered how a cautious soul and an openly affectionate spi…

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Bonds Beyond Breathwork: Denise & Talya's Friendship Journey 17:44

4M ago17:44

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Have you ever wondered how a single moment can spark a lifelong friendship? In Episode 76 of "How I Met My BFF," Leisa and Tamara dive into this heartwarming topic with guests Denise Willis and Talya Norman. We start with a nostalgic look back at Leisa and Tamara's own friendship origins in Fairbanks, Alaska, and the joys of a pre-social media era.…

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How to do Simple Things Savagely Well with “Doc” Thom Mayer 24:36

5M ago24:36

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Many self-help books and programs are overly complicated with dozens of steps or components. My guest, “Doc” Thom Mayer believes we can (and should) do simple things savagely well. We discuss how to do that in this episode. Doc is the Medical Director for the NFL Players Association, as well as a prominent figure in the fields of emergency medicine…

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From Chef to Bestie: Shaina & Alex's Story 24:09

5M ago24:09

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In Episode 75 of How I Met My BFF, we share the heartwarming story of Shaina Zazzaro and Alex Buckner. Their journey began in an unexpected way—what started as a childhood acquaintance grew into something much more powerful after reconnecting years later in a professional setting. Through shared grief and a commitment to their work at Effortlessly …

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The Power of Meaningful Sales Questions and How to Harness It with Leslie Venetz 24:58

5M ago24:58

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If you want more quality sales conversations, you must ask more meaningful questions. I discuss how to do that in this episode with my guest, Leslie Venetz. Leslie is a top 1% B2B sales expert, sought-after speaker, and founder of The Sales-Led GTM Agency. Leslie has been recognized as a global sales thought leader and her insights have been viewed…

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The Case for Focusing on Face-to-Face Networking with Brian Wallace 26:01

5M ago26:01

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The digital networking scene is booming. So is a growing lack of respect for common people skills and decency. I discuss the case for bringing them back through face-to-face networking with my guest, Brian Wallace. Brian is Founder of NowSourcing, an industry leading content marketing agency that makes the world’s ideas simple, visual, and influent…

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How to Embrace Servant Leadership with Andrew Kolikoff 27:49

5M ago27:49

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Embracing Servant Leadership can bolster your business and change your personal life. I discuss how to do that in this episode with my guest, Andrew Kolikoff.Andrew helps leaders create better journeys and greater profitability through the elevation of their people, teams, culture and customer experiences. He is considered to be one of the leading …

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Virtual Meetings to Real-Life Adventures with Lori Karpman and Jenn McClaren 24:50

6M ago24:50

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How does a virtual meeting lead to a lifelong friendship? What happens when two professionals from different cities find a shared language in sarcasm and straightforwardness? Join me as I dive into the heartwarming tale of Lori Karpman and Jenn McClaren's friendship on "How I Met My BFF." While Tamara is busy with work, I start with a personal upda…

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How to Create a Mission Based Marketing Strategy with Ryan Chute 23:53

6M ago23:53

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Marketing is much more powerful when it’s driven by a purpose and a mission. I discuss how to do that with my guest, Ryan Chute.Ryan leads an award-winning creative agency within the legendary Wizard of Ads® group. As an Emmy-award winning Producer and an Executive Producer, Ryan has a deep-rooted passion for powerful storytelling and pivotal momen…

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How to Become a Great Podcast Host with Mark Iorio 21:50

6M ago21:50

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Becoming a great podcast host is a blend of art and science. I discuss how to become a great one with my guest, Mark Iorio.Mark is the host of Language of Leadership, a seasoned business culture expert, and a passionate advocate for helping organizations align purpose, people, and performance to build thriving, values-driven cultures. Eight years a…

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How to Creatively and Strategically Scale Your Business with Lysle Wickersham 22:01

6M ago22:01

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Creativity and strategy can seem like two sides of the same coin when it comes to business scaling, but they run well together when combined. I discuss how to do that in this episode with my guest, Lysle Wickersham.Lysle’s unique crossover skill set and insights not only transform startups and SMEs into scalable, successful ventures but also redefi…

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How to Build a Meaningful Personal Brand on Social Media with Vladimer Botsvadze 23:08

7M ago23:08

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If you want to build a meaningful personal brand online you need authenticity, gratitude, and a few other strategies. I discuss them in this episode with my guest, Vladimer Botsvadze. Vladimer came to the United States on a work visa in 2006. He eventually moved to New York City, the best melting pot in the world. In NYC Vladimir realized how impor…

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Epic Love: From Chance Meeting to Life Partners 25:25

7M ago25:25

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Ever wondered how a chance meeting could transform into a whirlwind romance and thriving business partnership? In Episode 73 of "How I Met My BFF," Tamara and Leisa, dive into the captivating love story of Chaya and Adam Garcia. From their serendipitous encounter at a gathering to a proposal just weeks later, their journey is nothing short of epic!…

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Poolside Pals to Nonprofit Power Duo – Jenna & Jaime’s Friendship Journey 26:23

8M ago26:23

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Ever wondered how a shared struggle can spark a lifelong friendship? In Episode 72 of "How I Met My BFF," Leisa and Tamara dive into an inspiring story with Jenna Udenberg and Jaime Head-MacAlister. From a chance meeting in a physical therapy pool to founding a nonprofit, these two have turned shared challenges into a powerful bond. Discover how th…

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How to Scale Your Business with a Market Dominating Position with Ed Middlebrooks 28:29

8M ago28:29

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When you create a Market Dominating Position (MDP) you’re on track to successfully scale your business. I discuss how to do that with my guest, Ed Middlebrooks.Ed is not your typical business coach—he’s a strategic weapon for entrepreneurs who are done playing small. Ed Middlebrooks is the founder of Elite Profit Coach, where he works with driven b…

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Mending and Celebrating Female Friendships 36:32

8M ago36:32

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Are you curious about the secrets behind enduring female friendships? Or perhaps you're wondering how to mend a strained relationship with your BFF? In Episode 71 of "How I Met My BFF," join us, Leisa and Tamara, as we dive into these questions with our insightful guest, Susan Shapiro Barash. Susan, an expert on female friendships and author of 18 …

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Virtual Bonds: Friendship Beyond Borders 25:24

8M ago25:24

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Ever wondered how friendship can blossom without ever meeting in person? In Episode 70 of How I Met My BFF, join me, Leisa, and my co-host Tamara as we dive into the fascinating story of Yvonne B. McCoy and Andrea Stenberg's unique bond. We kick off with some fun updates—like Tamara's adventurous chickens in Montana and my own health journey advoca…

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How to Build Meaningful Relationships in an AI Driven World with Casey Cheshire 22:50

8M ago22:50

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In our more and more AI driven world meaningful relationships are harder to come by and maintain over time. We’re getting more and more disconnected from our social and professional circles. We’re using AI tools because we think they will make everything better. We think they will make doing business easier, which is true in some cases. They look f…

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How to Get Through Emotionally Tough Times with Dr. Dorothy 24:47

9M ago24:47

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Everyone faces emotional downturns, especially entrepreneurs. We can get caught up in a negative story. We can get caught up in an emotion that keeps us from achieving our goals. It is possible to get to that healthy place where you can feel happiness, joy, and the full spectrum of positive emotions. Sometimes you’re going to feel anger, sometimes …

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How Speakers Bureaus Work with Speakers and How to Get Booked with Brian Palmer 24:21

9M ago24:21

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If you can align yourself with a speakers bureau your public speaking business can grow exponentially. I discuss how to do that in this episode with my guest, Brian Palmer. Brian is the Senior Vice President of Premiere Speakers Bureau and a respected leader in the speaking industry. With decades of experience, Brian has built a reputation for help…

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How to Combine Community Engagement with Content Marketing with Behdad Jamshidi 22:47

9M ago22:47

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Community engagement and content marketing go hand in hand if you have the right strategies. I discuss how to combine the two in this episode with my guest, Behdad Jamshidi.In the past 6 years, Behdad (or Bee) has met with and assessed 992+ marketing agencies and vetted them down to a lean 100+ preferred partners across all marketing niches. After …

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Unlock Your Legacy: Mastering Estate Planning 38:14

9M ago38:14

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Ever wondered what happens to your assets if you don’t have a plan? Or why a living trust might be your best friend in estate planning? In this episode of How I Met My BFF, hosts Leisa and Tamara kick things off with a cozy chat about a breakfast-themed pajama party before diving into an eye-opening discussion with estate planning expert Oscar Vasq…

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How to Engage Any Audience From Any “Stage” with David Doerrier 22:59

9M ago22:59

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“All the world is a stage” is very true, especially in the business world. By becoming an engaging presenter you can succeed from sales meetings to training presentations to speeches. I discuss how to do that in this episode. Today, we have a game-changer in the world of communication—David D. Doerrier. With a background spanning radio broadcasting…

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How to Create and Scale Your Own Networking Group with Clay Hicks 23:16

10M ago23:16

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Creating and scaling your own networking group is an excellent investment of your time. The rewards can be great and far reaching. I discuss how to do that in this episode with my guest, Clay Hicks. Clay is a serial entrepreneur with a portfolio of 5 different companies, an author, a speaker, and trainer on professional relationships. Clay Hicks fo…

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How to Develop Yourself as a Podcaster with Junaid Ahmed 25:38

10M ago25:38

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Today we’re discussing how to develop yourself personally and professionally to become a great podcaster. My guest is Junaid Ahmed. Junaid is the Founder of Humblezone and Creator of Home Studio Mastery, designed to teach you how to build your home studio. He has two decades of video production experience, as well as designing websites & apps focus…

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How to Create Social Media Marketing Strategies That Actually Work with Sophie Zollmann 25:32

10M ago25:32

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There are almost too many ways to go about creating social media strategies. I discuss some strategies that actually work with my guest, Sophie Zollmann. Sophie is the Founder of FMD Strategic Partners. They take the guess work out of marketing to get real results for 7 and 8 figure service providers. Sophie was a stay-at-home mom and got into onli…

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From Preschooler Parents to Subconscious Mind Hackers with Jenny Harkleroad and Kelli Russell 27:30

10M ago27:30

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Ever wondered how a preschool orientation could spark a lifelong friendship? Join us in Episode 68 of "How I Met My BFF" as Leisa and Tamara sit down with the dynamic duo, Jenny Harkleroad and Kelli Russell. This episode kicks off with Leisa announcing her debut in stand-up comedy, before diving into the heartwarming tale of how Jenny and Kelli met…

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How to Create a Mentoring Program for Your Organization with Ken Rusk 21:23

10M ago21:23

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Mentoring programs can skyrocket your organization’s success if you have the right strategies. I discuss those strategies in this episode with my guest, Ken Rusk.Ken is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and blue-collar advocate that proves there is no degree needed to achieve comfort, peace, and freedom. Ken spent his younger years digging ditch…

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How to Overcome and Eliminate Self-Sabotage with Shiraz Baboo 28:21

11M ago28:21

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Self-sabotage runs rampant in many professions, especially entrepreneurship. We discuss how to overcome and eventually eliminate self-sabotage in this episode with my guest, Shiraz Baboo.Shiraz is a multi-award-winning author, international speaker, and Reality Interventionist. He is known for helping people to rewrite their reality to overcome cha…

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How to Stand Out in the Sales World with Video with Jason Zygadlo 23:19

11M ago23:19

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You need to stand out in the sales world to be successful and video is an excellent tool to leverage if you have the right strategies. I discuss how to do that with my guest, Jason Zygadlo.Jason, a seasoned expert with nearly 20 years in medical device sales, now channels his unique skills into Build.Your.Own.Brand., where he helps individuals and …

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How to Get Great Publicity Without Breaking the Bank with Jill Lublin 19:37

11M ago19:37

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Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to break the bank to get great PR. I discuss how to do that in this episode with my guest, Jill Lublin.Jill is a 25+ year Media Magnet. She is a world-renowned publicity expert, international speaker and 4x Best Selling author. Jill has made thousands of stage appearances alongside celebrities such as Tony…

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How to Achieve Peak Performance by Creating a “Performance Bubble” with Craig Domann 23:19

12M ago23:19

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If you want to achieve peak performance, you can probably benefit from creating a Performance Bubble. I discuss how to do that with my guest, Craig Domann.Craig is a veteran NFL agent who has negotiated more than half a billion dollars’ worth of contracts for more than 300 NFL athletes, coaches and now high school and college athletes for their NIL…

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Unlocking the Secrets of Lasting Friendships 30:08

12M ago30:08

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Ever wondered how to truly nurture your friendships and understand their dynamics? In Episode 67 of "How I Met My BFF," join us as we chat with Dr. John DeOca, a psychotherapist with a knack for unraveling the complexities of relationships. Leisa and Tamara kick things off with some delightful banter about Montana weather, travel tales, and Tamara'…

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How to Use Storytelling to Stand Out from the Crowd with Thom Van Dycke 26:39

12M ago26:39

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People love to hear and listen intently to great stories. If you can craft them for your marketing initiatives, you’ll build your business faster. I discuss how to do that in this episode with my guest, Thom Van Dycke. Thom is a business advisor for solopreneurs and small agencies and a certified StoryBrand Guide. He works to help his clients devel…

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Timeless Bonds: A Friendship Through the Ages 28:02

1y ago28:02

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Can childhood bonds withstand the test of time? Join me, Leisa, as I dive into this question with our guests, Wendy Barr and Lori Cohen, who have been friends since... well, before they could even talk! With Tamara off at the winery, I’m flying solo today, and I’ve got some exciting news about my leap into stand-up comedy—thanks to a serendipitous …

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How You Can Become a Lifelong Learner with Eric Pfeiffer 23:11

1y ago23:11

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Everyone can be and probably should be a lifelong learner; that practice can change the course of your life. I discuss how and why to do that in this episode with my guest, Eric Pfeiffer.Eric is the founder and CEO of MPWR Coaching. Eric has been in the leadership development space for over 15 years, having helped build a multi-million-dollar coach…

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Psychic Connections: Entrepreneurs Turned BFFs 26:08

1y ago26:08

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Ever wondered how a psychic and a natural connector could form an unbreakable bond? Join me as I fly solo in this episode of "How I Met My BFF," while Tamara is off on an exciting adventure. Dive into the enchanting story of Carrie Roldan and Rachel Archelaus, whose friendship blossomed from an online entrepreneurial community. From Rachel's psychi…

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How to Build and Scale a Business You Love with Mary Kelly 24:26

1y ago24:26

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If you’re going to build a business, you should love what you do. Once you build a foundation it’s time to scale the business. I discuss how to do that in this episode with my guest, Mary Kelly. Mary started working for her dad’s business at trade shows when she was just seven years old. Her parents would leave her at their tradeshow booth to write…

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How Entrepreneurs Can Build a Stronger Brand Online with Shon Christy 24:35

1y ago24:35

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Building a strong brand and powerful online presence are necessities for entrepreneurs. I discuss how to do that in this episode with my guest, Shon Christy.Shon brings over 20 years of marketing expertise as the founder of Shon Christy Social Media, Fractional Social Pro, and NeuroSocial Labs. He's worked with over 800 companies internationally, p…

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Mother-Daughter Bonds: A Friendship for Life 23:17

1y ago23:17

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Ever wondered what it's like to have your mom as your best friend? In this heartwarming episode, our first-ever mother-daughter duo, Dawn Hubsher and Cher Gopman, join us to unravel the unique magic of their bond. Start off with a cozy catch-up as Tamara dives into the hustle of harvest season at the winery, while Leisa shares an inspiring moment f…