Strategy Focused Group (SFG) is a global team of Human Capital strategists committed to helping you solve people's issues within the organization. We do that by working alongside you to solve your toughest problems and helping you capture your greatest opportunities. The key to organizational success is the level of talent you have within your walls. The way that they are engaged, collaborate, and innovate is the key to your success. Give us a call, we can help.
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Welcome to The Focus, a podcast for service businesses looking to grow and scale. Each month we have expert guests on that share valuable tips geared towards helping service businesses. 12 Media Group: https://12mediagroup.com/
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Decoding Growth takes you inside the evolving world of retirement, uncovering the business models, go-to-market strategies, and unexpected partnerships transforming the industry. Each episode features candid, no-nonsense conversations with the leaders who are driving change and delivering practical solutions to challenges in access, participation, engagement, and outcomes. From innovation heads at major recordkeepers to CEOs of digital-first retirement platforms, from strategic investors to ...
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A #1 Self-Improvement podcast, The Breakout tells incredible stories of personal growth with the smart, hilarious thought leaders from Abbracci Group.Every day, in big and small ways, we put ourselves in boxes. From jobs to relationships, to entire belief systems, many of us are living by rules that someone else wrote for us. On The Breakout, talent specialists and the founders of Abbracci Group, Dr. Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther, dive into the extraordinary stories of people overcoming se ...
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Invure Holdings Group LLC—headquartered in Orlando, Florida—is a pioneering holdings company dedicated to fueling growth and transformation across a wide array of industries. Known for its strategic approach, Invure Holdings Group LLC manages an extensive portfolio that spans from cutting-edge tech startups to established service providers, always with an eye toward innovation and sustainable success. Beyond its portfolio, Invure Holdings offers specialized business consulting and financial ...
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What do you do if you’re a corporate executive in your 30s, 40s or beyond, have kids, a mortgage - and have this undeniable desire to start a company? Execepreneur covers the journey from successful corporate executive to entrepreneur. We navigate the transition from accomplished corporate leader to launching, building and growing your first business. We interview successful, high growth executives that have made the leap, like Matthew Lieber from Gimlet and Startup, Gary Swart from oDesk, a ...
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The official political strategy, technology, and communications podcast of the Modern Cartographers. Hosted by Joe Cameron and Braden Frame, the Cartographers Conversations tackle the tough questions and bring levity and light to the modern landscape of public safety association leadership and political action. Join us for a conversation with the Modern Cartographers.
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Driving adoption of innovative therapies to improve patients' lives... This is what most healthcare industry professionals are passionate about. And so are we! We are Fabienne Durat and Greg Servotte, two senior leaders in the medical device industry, and the hosts of The Leadership Consultation, a.k.a TLC. In each episode, we have an open conversation with a top leader from the healthcare industry to explore topics related to career development, leadership, and business strategy & innovatio ...
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If you are an entrepreneur, consultant, or business owner who identifies as womxn, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, disabled, or any other historically excluded identity, Now & Center is a space created for you. Join us to learn from a diverse and inclusive community of entrepreneurs who have a wealth of experience, are willing to tell it like it really is, and are rewriting the rules for business to center humans, social change, and standing in our authenticity and power. In each episode, you ...
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It’s official: brand is the new black. From building your dream job, leveraging your personal brand and marketing yourself on social media… to growing an agency, coaching or consulting business… to launching your online courses and passive income streams… creating the career of your dreams has never been more possible! The Brand Vibe podcast mixes actionable strategy with inspiring storytelling (plus a little tough love) to empower you to step out of your comfort zone and into your power. Ho ...
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QUICK WINS FOR WOMEN IN BUSINESS | Step by Step, How to Start a Business, Strategy, Planning, Systems, Time Management
Deb Field | Quick-Win Coach, Business Boss, and Keep-it-Simple CEO - Simple Steps to Build a Profitable Business!
Quick Wins for Women in Business - Simple Steps to Build Your Profitable Business! > TOP 1.5% GLOBALLY-RANKED PODCAST < Do you want to turn your passion into a full-time business? Do you feel you make the best use of your limited time? Do you wish you had the exact steps on what to do and how to do it, so you can make money? Imagine having everything you need to create a sustainable business that makes an impact! I am excited you’re here! Welcome to the Quick Wins for Women in Business Podca ...
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The Big Lie About Getting Old, with Dr. Deborah Heiser
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32:43For years, Dr. Deborah Heiser studied the pathology of aging, immersed in the nitty gritty of everything that can go wrong with your body as you get older. Until one day someone challenged her to find out what on earth we have to look forward to. And what she found surprised her. ”Honestly, there was a huge amount of research that was out there sh…
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The 4% Problem: Fixing Financial Wellness | Liz Davidson and Todd Lacey| Decoding Growth | EP 105
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58:41Financial wellness pioneer Liz Davidson, founder of Financial Finesse, and president Todd Lacey join Lisa Kottler and Will Prest to decode the most misunderstood category in workplace retirement. With 15 companies on their tech map but countless definitions, they explore what financial wellness really means, why only 4% of people are truly "financi…
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If it’s Friday, it’s The CEO Series!This week, our guest is Marina, a millennial leader at the helm of three international companies: Platform for Connected Leadership (PCL) in Dubai, LEAD in Saudi Arabia, and Lumin in Namibia.Marina has a remarkable gift for turning vision into reality, building purpose-driven platforms that empower leaders across…
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Big Brands, Bold Moves: David Musto on the Next Era of Retirement
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48:01In this episode of Decoding Growth, hosts Lisa Kottler and Will Prest sit down with David Musto, Chair & CEO of Ascensus, to explore the bold moves shaping the future of retirement. With over three decades of leadership across J.P. Morgan, Prudential, Great-West, and now Ascensus, David brings a rare perspective on how big brands can innovate, adap…
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If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series!This week, we welcome Julie Biber, CEO of JBR Executive Search and Succession. With over 25 years of expertise in both agency and corporate recruitment, Julie has built a reputation as a visionary in executive search and talent acquisition.In this episode, Julie will share her journey to becoming a leade…
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How Legal Strategy Fuels RetireTech Growth
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42:06Join hosts Lisa Kottler and Will Prest as they dive deep into the legal and compliance landscape shaping retirement technology innovation with ERISA attorney Bonnie Treichel. This episode explores practical strategies for navigating the complex regulatory environment while fostering collaboration between legacy firms and emerging RetireTech compani…
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If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series!This week, we’re excited to welcome Mostafa Zaghloul, a commercial strategist and transformational leader with 22+ years of experience at global FMCG giants including Unilever, Mars, Henkel, and Agthia.Having led growth across 22 categories in 20+ countries, Mostafa is known for combining strategic clari…
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The Four-Wheel Drive Episode with Capital Group's Ryan Tiernan
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59:54Join Lisa Kottler and Will Prest as they sit down with Ryan Tiernan from Capital Group's Workplace Strategic Growth team to explore how a nearly century-old asset manager embraces fintech innovation. This "four-wheel drive episode" dives deep into Ryan's unique perspective as both a former founder and current enterprise innovation leader, revealing…
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Blogging, AI & Digital Strategy Gaps — A Conversation with Annette Blaylock
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21:26In this episode, host [Your Name] sits down with Annette Reid Blaylock, founder of IMS Digital AI, to dig into what really matters in a digital marketing strategy for 2025. We explore key topics like: Why blogging is still relevant — and how to use it to generate leads and build credibility The common blind spots in many companies’ digital marketin…
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If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series!This week, our guest is Ghazanfar Ghori is the President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Enterprise64, a mid-market IT services and consulting firm based in Vienna, Virginia. With over 20 years in technology leadership, Ghazanfar works closely with CEOs and executive teams to align tech strategy with busi…
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Game Changer –– Lessons on Speaking Up, with Emmy-Winning Journalist, Jen Mueller
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33:38Before sports broadcaster Jen Mueller could break into sideline reporting with the Seattle Seahawks, win her Emmy, and score a Super Bowl ring (yep, she’s got one), she had to bust through some significant gender barriers. She pushed past that male-dominated world and into a pretty hostile locker room, and it taught her some things. “You learn how …
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Meet Your Hosts: Lisa Kottler & Will Prest Launch Decoding Growth
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51:12Welcome to the premiere episode of Decoding Growth, where industry veterans Lisa Kottler and Will Prest introduce themselves and their mission to transform conversations around retirement technology innovation. In this inaugural episode, discover how two seasoned professionals who've worked at both Fortune 500 companies and scrappy startups are bri…
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Sean Duncan of SMD Consulting: Business Growth, AI & Financial Blind Spots
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39:04In this episode of The Focus Podcast, I sit down with Sean Duncan, the owner of SMD Consulting and Accounting, to explore what it really takes for a business to grow and thrive. Sean shares his insights on: The most common financial blind spots business owners overlook—and how to fix them How SMD Consulting is embracing AI to deliver more value to …
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If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series!This week, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Corrie Block, a world-class coach who empowers top executives and entrepreneurs to master work-life balance, elevate leadership performance, and achieve outstanding business results.In this episode, Dr. Corrie will share his inspiring journey to becoming one of the…
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How To Change Your Beliefs (And Why That Matters) with Shelly Lefkoe
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35:47Sometimes making lasting change means stripping everything back to the core, and Shelly Lefkoe knows all about that. Shelly’s work at the Lefkoe Institute has helped tens of thousands of clients make profound life changes. Her method is all about identifying and then eliminating the beliefs that hold people back. “Beliefs are like a box”, she expla…
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The CEO Series with Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell
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48:20If it’s Friday, it’s The CEO Series with Ron Thomas!This week, we’re featuring two incredible guests — Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell, Co-Founders of the beloved brand Beekman 1802.Dr. Brent Ridge began his career as a physician at Mt. Sinai in New York City before leading the Health & Wellness division at Martha Stewart Omnimedia. Josh Ki…
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In this episode of The Focus podcast, I sit down with Ahmed Khalaf, founder of POMOROI, for an eye-opening conversation on marketing innovation, AI adoption, and common business pitfalls. We examine how the marketing landscape has evolved over the past year and what businesses must do now to remain relevant and competitive. Ahmed breaks down how PO…
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This Friday, we’ll be joined by Jeffrey, a strategic thought leader in cybersecurity and risk management. Renowned for helping organizations strengthen their cybersecurity posture, Jeffrey brings a wealth of knowledge and experience.He’ll be sharing powerful insights from his journey to becoming a cybersecurity executive and what leaders need to kn…
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Bonus! Dr. Keri and Kelly Introduce BREAK
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31:57This week we have a bonus episode for you. It's a great big gift from Dr. Keri and Kelly: an audio chapter from their book Whatever the Hell You Want: An Escape Plan to Break Out of Life's Little Boxes and Live Free from Expectations, where they introduce their BREAK model for change. So sit back and enjoy some of this fantastic guide for Breakouts…
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If it is Friday, it is the CEO Series!This week, our guest is Deborah Dragone, a Resourceful and accomplished project manager and leader with expertise in facilities and procurement oversight. In this episode, Deborah will share her journey to global procurement leader.For previous episodes of The CEO Series with Ron Thomas, please visit / strategy…
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The CEO Series with Dr. Meisha -Ann Martin
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50:38If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series with Ron Thomas!This week, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Meisha-Ann Martin, Vice President of People Research at Workhuman. Known for her groundbreaking work in employee experience, Dr. Meisha helps organizations create more human-centered workplaces that drive real business results.In this episode, she’l…
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Smashing Body Shame, One Shot at a Time, with Elizabeth Snyder
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32:21“The only one that cares about the extra five pounds you put on is you…Everybody in your life…should want to enjoy your presence and your photos.” For many women, having their picture taken is an excruciating experience; it’s something they’d do anything to avoid. That intense self-criticism is something that portrait photographer Elizabeth Snyder …
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If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series!This week, we sit down with Severin, a distinguished corporate communication and marketing strategist with a unique blend of expertise in law, management consulting, and journalism. Known for his ability to untangle complex communication challenges, Severin brings a rich perspective shaped by years in di…
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The Breakout Introduces Notes on Resilience
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31:32Join us for a bonus episode this month, as we share Keri and Kelly's appearance on Notes on Resilience, hosted by Manya Chylinski! What if the secret to effective leadership wasn't having all the answers, but rather creating space for genuine human connection? In this enlightening conversation with Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther, co-founders of th…
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We Talked to Buzzworks Creations—Here’s What Your Website Is Missing
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20:12On this episode of The Focus podcast, we had Jessica Gruber with Buzzworks Creations on the show. She owns a website design firm and shares tips on ensuring your website converts visitors into leads. She also goes over what mistakes to avoid. If you need to update your website, you can contact Buzzworks Creations here: https://buzzwks.com/ If you n…
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It’s Friday, and that means it’s time for The CEO Series with Ron Thomas!This week, we're joined by Colleen Mitchell, co-founder and CEO of a booming self-serve dog wash business that grew from just two machines in a San Diego parking lot into a four-location operation that’s served over 80,000 dogs.In this episode, Colleen will share how she made …
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If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series with Ron Thomas!This week, our guest is Ammar Shams, a retired corporate executive. Ammar Shams has over 35 years of corporate experience, primarily in C-Suite roles, while also pursuing an academic career as a teacher at various undergraduate and postgraduate institutions. His specific area of interest is in t…
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The Story That Changes Minds – Celebrating Pride Month with Trystan Reese
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34:41Trystan Reese is a dad to three great kids, he has a loving partner, and a fulfilling career. It's a beautiful, somewhat typical life. But as a transgender man, there's nothing typical about how he got here. How he grew his family – from an unexpected adoption, to his very public trans pregnancy – is a huge part of how Trystan does his LGBTQ+ advoc…
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If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series with Ron Thomas!This week, we’ll be joined by Dr. Rochelle L. Ford, Ph.D., APR, the Chief Executive Officer of the Page Society, the leading global community of senior communications leaders. A seasoned scholar, nonprofit executive, and passionate DEI advocate, Dr. Rochelle brings years of experience in …
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Avoid These Legal Mistakes In Your Business
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17:14In this episode of The Focus podcast, Michael Holmes, with Holmes Law Group, shares insights on what legal mistakes to avoid in your business. He also shares why your business needs a business law attorney. If you need a business law attorney, please reach out to Holmes Law Group here: https://12mediagroup.com/ 214-856-0492…
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This week, our guest is Rohit Bassi, a global expert in mastering high-stakes conversations. With more than 30 years of experience across 21 countries, Rohit has empowered leaders, sales teams, and organizations to communicate with greater clarity, influence, and purpose. His impactful keynotes and coaching sessions help professionals lead, persuad…
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Join us for a bonus episode this month, as we share Keri and Kelly's appearance on Season of Stuck, hosted by Deanna deBara! Summary In this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Kelly Guenther and Dr. Keri Ohlrich, co-hosts of The Breakout, authors of Whatever the Hell You Want, and co-founders of the Abbracci Group. They'll discuss wh…
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If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series with Ron Thomas!This week, we’re joined by Qazi Waqas Ahmed—a strategic innovator, learning experience architect, and MBA graduate of London South Bank University. As CEO of a forward-thinking L&D firm based in Dubai, Qazi brings over 22 years of cross-industry expertise and is reshaping corporate traini…
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The CEO Series with Dr. Jaiden Cole-Miskel
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48:49If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series!This week, we’ll be joined by Dr. Jaiden Cole-Miskel, a medical doctor, professor, and lifestyle medicine practitioner committed to making health simple and accessible. After seeing how preventable conditions continue to affect so many due to misinformation, Dr. Jaiden and his business partner, Alecia Po…
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Boiling Point – The Collapse That Changed Everything, with Justin Maffett
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34:26I had a budding career as an attorney. I was making more money than I knew how to spend. I was living in the Upper East Side. Everything looked promising. On paper, it seemed like Justin Maffett had achieved the life he'd always wanted, but instead of enjoying it, he felt trapped in a career that was making him miserable. Then in 2020, COVID lockdo…
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If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series!This week, we’re bringing back one of our impactful episodes featuring Ralph Simon, CEO of Mobilium Global. With over 30 years of experience, Ralph has made his mark in media, entertainment, mobile technology, digital education, and even pioneered the world’s first “3D Mobile Metaverse.”This special rebr…
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If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series with Ron Thomas!This week, we’re excited to welcome Ifeanyi Abraham, a globally respected communications and innovation strategist, platform architect, and advisor to some of the most powerful voices across Africa and the diaspora. Recognized in 2021 as one of the Most Influential People of African Desce…
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On this month's episode of The Focus podcast, we had Brian Reagan with the Better Business Bureau on the show. He covers the branding and marketing benefits companies can use with their BBB membership. If you have questions about joining the BBB, you can contact Brian directly at Phone: 214-740-0343 Email: [email protected]…
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If it’s Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series with Ron Thomas!This week, we’re joined by Dr. Julius Oni, a distinguished orthopedic surgeon and visionary business leader who seamlessly blends clinical excellence with entrepreneurial drive. Passionate about global health, surgical access, and empowering underserved communities, Dr. Julius finds balan…
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S4E03 : "Balancing Brain and Heart in Leadership", with Thibaut Victor-Michel, Country President at Novartis France
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39:44Thibaut Victor-Michel, President of Novartis France, joins The Leadership Consultation as the first guest from the pharmaceutical industry. In this episode, Thibaut shares his career journey, which began in consulting before transitioning to Novartis in 2006. Over the years, he has held roles in strategy, sales, marketing, and general management, w…
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The Breakout Introduces Hotter Than Ever, with Erin Keating, Featuring Dr. Keri and Kelly
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1:06:19Join us for a bonus episode this month, as we share Keri and Kelly's appearance on Hotter Than Ever, with Erin Keating! Summary Is entrepreneurship truly a solo journey, or would you rather start a business with a friend? For Dr. Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther, co-founders of the leadership and HR consultancy the Abbracci Group and co-hosts of “Th…
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