From the bustling streets of Edinburgh during the world’s largest arts festival, Jason Weiss shares powerful, real-world lessons on creativity, courage, and community. Drawing inspiration from the chaos and brilliance of the Fringe, he reveals three principles that can transform how you share your work: build your support system, take the risk of being misunderstood, and let your “why” guide every move. Whether you’re leading a team, launching a business, or chasing a bold idea, this episode will challenge you to think bigger, act bolder, and never go it alone.

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🎙️ Making Business Personal with Jason Weiss

From Palm Pilot to Powerhouse – How Caitlin Sarian Hacked the Algorithm of Influence

What happens when you mix cybersecurity, social impact, and unapologetic authenticity? You get Caitlin Sarian—engineer, content creator, and the founder of Cybersecurity Girl, a platform with millions of followers and one very clear mission: make cybersecurity human.

In this episode, Caitlin and I talk about:

• The accidental viral moment that launched her media empire

• Why she kept her identity secret for over a year

• How she went from “I’m not a man or a mechanic” to a master’s in engineering

• Why most diversity initiatives are broken—and how to actually level the playing field

• The underrated power of being uncomfortable (on purpose)

We also go deep on generational parenting, emotional attachments to robots, and what it really means to take ownership in a digital age.

🔥 Real talk: Caitlin didn’t set out to be famous. She set out to help—and that’s exactly why she’s crushing it.

Her superpower? Relentless follow-through. Zero fluff. All heart.

🎧 Whether you’re a leader in tech, a parent navigating uncertainty, or a creative waiting to press "post," this one’s for you.

🌐 Learn more about Caitlin: https://www.cybersecuritygirl.com

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That feeling of not belonging? The fear of being "found out"? What if it's not holding you back—but propelling you forward?

Join me as I share why imposter syndrome might be the most misunderstood signal in professional development. Through real client stories and practical frameworks, discover how to transform self-doubt into your competitive advantage.

Key Takeaways:

• Why growth always feels uncomfortable (and that's the point)
• The three-step framework to reframe imposter syndrome
• How to shift from self-focus to service-focus when doubt creeps in
• Why embracing "beginner's mind" is a leadership superpower

Quote to Remember: "This feeling isn't a sign that I'm a fake. This feeling is a signal that I'm growing."

Coming Thursday: Cybersecurity expert Caitlin Sarian on why humans are the weakest link in digital security.

"Stay in Your Lane" - The 4 Words Killing Innovation in Every Company

What if the most dangerous phrase in business isn't about competition or market disruption—but something we say to our own people every single day?

After 20 years of organizational consulting, I've discovered that "stay in your lane" might be the single biggest innovation killer in modern business. And the companies that eliminate this phrase? They're the ones building empires.

In this episode, I reveal:

• How a Fortune 500 company lost millions because they silenced their best idea
• Why Hollywood actress Hedy Lamarr invented the technology powering your smartphone
• The Stanford research proving outsiders predict the future 8x better than experts
• How 3M went from mining rocks to Post-it Notes (and why lane-switching built their empire)

But here's the uncomfortable truth: When we tell people to "stay in their lane," we're not protecting expertise—we're protecting our own egos.

The Real Question: What brilliant ideas are dying in your organization because someone's business card doesn't match their insight?

This isn't about abandoning expertise—it's about recognizing that your unique combination of experiences isn't a limitation, it's your competitive advantage.

Ready to break down artificial boundaries in your organization? Contact me at www.jasonweissconsulting.com

🚀 Challenge: Stop asking permission to contribute outside your official role. Your next breakthrough might be hiding in someone else's "lane."

#Innovation #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #CrossFunctionalTeams #CreativeThinking #OrganizationalChange #BreakthroughIdeas #WorkplaceCulture #BusinessInnovation #EntrepreneurMindset #MakingBusinessPersonal

What if everything we've been taught about leadership is wrong?

After 15 years as a leadership consultant, I discovered a shocking truth: We're spending $370 billion annually trying to turn everyone into leaders—and we're systematically destroying the very talents that make people extraordinary.

In this episode, I reveal:

• Why most people DON'T want to lead (and that's perfectly fine)
• The real reason 75% of leadership programs fail
• How one "non-leader" saved his company $2 million by staying true to his gifts
• The future of work in an AI-driven world where authentic contribution beats forced leadership

This isn't just about fixing corporate training—it's about unleashing human potential on a scale we've never imagined. From a warehouse supervisor who revolutionized supply chain management to an engineer who built three billion-dollar companies, discover why the future belongs to organizations that honor what makes each person irreplaceable.

If you'd like me to share these insights with your team, visit www.jasonweissconsulting.com

🎯 Key Takeaway: Skills are replaceable. Individuals are not. When we stop trying to make everyone the same kind of leader, we finally discover what each person was born to contribute.

#LeadershipDevelopment #HumanPotential #WorkplaceCulture #BusinessStrategy #TalentManagement #OrganizationalDevelopment #FutureOfWork #CorporateTraining #ExecutiveCoaching #PersonalBranding

In this episode of Making Business Personal, I sit down with Hollywood talent agent Rick Ferrari for a conversation that starts with the most epic lie you've ever heard and evolves into something much deeper. Rick opens up about growing up with a name that screams "destined for fame or infamy," his wild journey from New York's Studio 54 scene to becoming one of LA's most respected agents, and the life-changing friendships he built along the way.

But here's the thing – this isn't just about Hollywood glamour. It's about the stories we tell ourselves, the beliefs we outgrow, and what it really means to forgive the person you used to be. Rick's brutal honesty about his past, combined with his insights on kindness, authenticity, and seeing people for who they really are, makes this a conversation that'll stick with you long after it's over. Trust me, you've never heard an origin story quite like this one.

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What if your "innovative leadership" is actually corporate ADHD? Research reveals that 61% of executives fail within 18 months because they're drowning in shiny object syndrome—constantly chasing new initiatives while never completing transformational work. This episode exposes the hidden cost of strategic promiscuity and why completion beats initiation every time. You'll master three game-changing tools: identifying and killing zombie projects that consume resources without delivering results, implementing the 90-day focus rule that forces choices between competing priorities, and building a completion culture that celebrates execution over ideation. Learn why companies like IBM lost market dominance not from lack of innovation, but from innovating everywhere at once. Transform from a leader who starts everything to one who finishes what matters.

What happens when you reconnect with a childhood friend who’s gone from Wall Street’s chaos to culinary stardom? In the premiere of the Making Business personal Thursday interview series, Jason Weiss and Celebrity Chef, Judy Joo trade quick-witted banter and decades-old inside jokes as they dive into the wild turns of life, ambition, and reinvention—reminding us that behind every impressive résumé is a story of grit, laughter, and the courage to chase something more personal.