In this episode, Casey Bickhardt, CEO of GEMCO Mixers and Advanced Powder Solutions, shares her journey from childhood values to leading two companies. She discusses the importance of hard work, accountability, and curiosity in leadership. Casey reflects on the challenges faced during economic downturns and emphasizes the significance of stakeholder engagement and core values in decision-making. Her experiences highlight how personal growth and adaptability are essential in navigating the complexities of business leadership.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Casey Bickhardt and Her Companies

02:15 Values growing up

04:43 Childhood Value • Learning from the Ground Up

06:01 Childhood Value • Process Planning and Efficiency

06:24 Childhood Value • Time Value of Money and Planning

07:49 Childhood Value • Service & Giving Back

08:17 Rules and their interpretations

09:40 Work, Values, and Differing Interpretations of Rules

10:47 Humility and Curiosity Yield Tools to Motivate Others

12:45 Curiosity and the 'Infinitely Curious'

13:23 The Family Business

16:38 Transition to CEO • Just before a CGMP Audit!

18:09 Working Two Shifts & Building Processes and Procedures from Scratch

18:59 Work Ethic + Ambition + Drive

19:33 Lessons Learned • Night Shifts, Deep Holes, Automation, and Faith

20:33 Increased responsibility increases faith

22:35 Managing Two Companies: The Journey Continues

24:14 Purchasing • Brings Insights about Processes, Parts & Manufacturing

25:29 Engineering • Leads to inquiring about engineering practices and reasoning

26:16 Cost Engineering • Informed by Hands-On APS Experience

26:48 Quality Feedback • APS Provides to Gemco

28:07 Sales • Cumulative Experiences Open Doors to Customers

31:23 Deep Experience Leads to Insightful Leadership and Orchestration

32:16 APS Challenge and Cold Call Selling

36:17 GEMCO's Core Values & Decision Making

36:52 Corporate Value • Stakeholder Awareness & Understanding Expectations

37:06 Corporate Value • Accountable

37:13 Corporate Values • Dependable

37:23 Corporate Value • Clearness and 'Speak Up' Leads to Unanimity

39:52 Corporate Value • Stakeholder-Driven Decision Process Affords Resilience

41:12 Corporate Value • Hiring Learners Who Foster Collaboration

41:58 Corporate Value • Understanding the Economics Affecting Capital Equipment Purchasing

44:25 Closing • Contact Information

45:01 Close

Links to Casey Bickhardt’s Contact and Companies

https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-bickhardt-9713005/

https://okgemco.com

https://advancedpowdersolutions.com

Special Thanks

Shout out to Carrie Greene of Four Smart Girls, LLC (https://foursmartgirls.com/) for suggesting this episode's guest Casey Bickhardt.

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Casey Bickhardt, GEMCO Mixers, Advanced Powder Solutions, leadership, values, business challenges, stakeholder engagement, economic impact, personal growth, curiosity

In this episode, Financial Coach and Tax Strategist Mike Hilmes shares his journey from a values-driven upbringing in a Catholic home to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the financial services industry. He discusses the importance of recognizing hypocrisy in values, the challenges of starting his own business, and the evolution of his services to provide a holistic approach to financial planning. Mike emphasizes the significance of client relationships, the impact of his family legacy, and the role of faith in guiding his business decisions. He critiques the industry for its reactive nature and highlights the need for proactive financial planning. Ultimately, Mike's drive to help others stems from his desire to create lasting change and empower clients to achieve their financial goals.

Chapters

00:00 Foundations of Values and Early Influences

03:24 Navigating College and Career Aspirations

05:27 The Journey to Entrepreneurship

07:11 Overcoming Doubts and Embracing Vision

08:27 Realizations About the CPA Role

09:51 The Progression of Vision Over Time

10:46 Growing Tension between Vision & Innovation and Fear & Security

13:59 The Start of Kingdom Financial

16:21 Kingdom Financial also addressing personal finances

19:01 The Drive to Help Others

22:07 Finding Purpose in Adversity

23:34 Seeing the opportunity God presents in struggles

25:13 Mike's Zone of Genius

26:04 Massive Business Growth leads to a Major Business Pivot

27:54 The Evolution of Kingdom Financial

28:51 Success Leads to Virtual CFO Line of Business

30:13 Holistic Financial Strategies for Clients

31:38 The Elephant Analogy: Understanding Financial Complexity

33:25 Proactive Financial Management: Windshield vs Rear-View

37:04 Identifying Client Pain Points

38:49 Differentiating in the Accounting Industry

39:37 Unicorn in Breadth to Serve Clients at a Higher Level

40:12 Green & Growing or Ripe & Rotten

44:07 Be a Blessing

46:45 The Drive to Serve and Help Others

52:28 Engaging with Entrepreneurial Clients

55:13 Closing

Links to Mike Hilmes' firm Kingdom Financial Strategy

https://www.kingdomfinancialstrategy....

/ kingdom-financial-llc

Special Thanks

Shout out to Anita Toth of Hidden Revenue Hunters (https://hiddenrev.com/) for the introduction to this episode's guest Mike Hilmes.

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In this episode, Andrey Hodkevich, an architect from Sofia, Bulgaria, shares insights into his upbringing, the values instilled in him, and how they shaped his approach to architecture. He emphasizes the importance of honesty, curiosity, and the balance between creativity and constraints in architectural design. Andrey discusses the evolution of architecture in the context of the information revolution and the potential of AI to transform the field. He also explores the concept of immaterial architecture and the role of museums as cultural symbols. Throughout the discussion, he highlights the need for architects to remain adaptable and open-minded in a rapidly changing world.

Chapters

00:00 Foundations of Honesty: Early Values

03:38 The path to Architecture

07:52 Balancing Constraints: The Architect's Challenge

10:05 Ideation

14:52 Conceptualization

17:54 Architectural form or form of architecture? Immateriality

19:15 Museums as a Conceptual Device for Immaterial Buildings (shape vs state)

23:30 Functional Layers of Architecture - Considered Independently

28:45 Recomposing Layers

31:28 Balancing Client Needs and Creative Vision

31:55 A building as a character

37:21 Information Pollution and Its Impact on Architecture

40:04 The Future of Architecture in the Age of AI

52:33 Honesty in Architecture: Materiality and Function

56:04 Close

Links to Andrey's Firm Studio HORA

https://www.studio-hora.com/

https://www.instagram.com/studio_ho_ra/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/ho-ra/

Special Thanks

Shout out to Pia Schuschies, Leadership Coach at (https://pia-schuschies.com/) for the introduction to this episode's guest Andrey Hodkevich. Thanks for connecting us Pia!

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In this episode, podcast host Cassian Bellino shares her journey of faith, emphasizing the importance of honesty and humility. She discusses how her values have evolved over time, particularly through her experiences living abroad and engaging with diverse communities. The conversation delves into the significance of understanding scripture in context, the role of podcasting in exploring faith, and the transformative power of personal experiences. Cassian also highlights the importance of creating safe spaces for dialogue about beliefs and integrating faith into everyday life, especially in professional settings.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring Values and Honesty in Faith

02:51 The Journey of Faith and Self-Discovery

05:39 Understanding Biblical Interpretation: Isogetical vs. Exegetical

08:36 Engaging with Scholars and Theological Growth

11:30 The Impact of Recent Guests and Their Insights

14:01 The Bleeding Woman: A Deeper Understanding of Faith

16:57 Jesus: The Restorer of Life and Faith

19:37 Current Journey and Future Directions

22:12 Creating Community and Support

22:36 The Journey of Podcasting

23:23 Transformation Through Faith

24:57 Public vs. Private Faith

26:14 Changing Heart Posture

28:05 Integrating Faith in Daily Life

29:54 Overcoming Cultural Stigmas

32:06 Faith in the Workplace

34:13 God's Guidance in Career Choices

37:05 The Power of Fasting

39:43 Podcasting with Purpose

Links

https://www.bibspeak.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/

https://workandworldview.com

In this episode, strength and conditioning coach Becca Biedler shares her journey from a close-knit family background to becoming a fitness expert. She discusses the importance of autonomy in personal growth, the role of neuroplasticity in learning, and her experiences with weight loss and cancer. Becca emphasizes the significance of strength training, especially for older adults, and the need for inclusivity in fitness. She also highlights the differences in learning between children and adults, and how her business aims to make strength training accessible to everyone.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Becca Biedler

04:11 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Autonomy

05:52 Bodily Autonomy

06:30 Education and Neuroplasticity

09:15 Overcoming Challenges: Weight Loss

12:14 Overcoming Challenges: Cancer

13:56 New Challenge: Training

15:57 Learning Patterns in Children and Adults

17:26 Business: ID Fit - Instructional Design for Fitness

18:53 Understanding Muscle Health Across Ages

20:10 The Importance of Resistance Training

21:50 Accessible Strength Pilot Class

27:35 Becca on Coaching

28:21 Coaching Benefits: Dialog, Understanding, and Feedback

28:48 Coaching: Form and Programming

30:22 Coaching: Becca's Motivation to Focus on Older Adults

31:59 Important Signals You Need to Engage in Fitness Training

34:21 Recognizing Signs of Declining Strength

35:59 Becca's Offerings

37:19 Coaching for Inclusivity and Accessibility

Links

https://www.idfitprograms.com/

https://www.instagram.com/lift_run_yoga_with_becca

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In this episode, Inventor Michael shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming an innovative inventor focused on solving global issues through technology. He discusses his early influences, the development of CleanTech, and the importance of root cause analysis in addressing poverty and fuel problems. Michael elaborates on his transition to agriculture, particularly mushroom farming, and introduces the concept of MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) as a means to provide healthy food options. He emphasizes community engagement and outlines his future plans for expanding his initiatives.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Inventor Michael

02:32 Early Life and Influences

03:09 The Path to Invention via Two Skills

05:06 Founding Clean Tech Solutions

06:43 Root Cause Analysis of Suffering

09:05 Fuel as the Underlying Problem

10:09 The Physics of Combustion

11:30 The Journey of the Invention

13:57 Challenges and Setbacks

14:53 The Wayfinder's Paradox

16:57 An Agricultural Solution

18:34 Innovating with Semi Trailers

22:37 Transition to Culinary Mushrooms

25:18 Challenges of Starting a Culinary Mushroom Business

26:52 Manufacturing Agricultural Machines

28:56 Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Farming

31:31 The Sales Challenge Dilemma

35:04 The MRE Concept: A New Approach to Distribution

36:45 About the Mushroom Farm Units

42:17 Future Investments and Co-op Opportunities

Links

https://www.cleantecsystems.com/

https://www.instagram.com/inventor_michael/

https://linktr.ee/InventorMichael

https://workandworldview.com

In this episode, Grammy-winning music producer and engineer Robert L Smith discusses his journey from his early influences and experiences in recording through his 39-year professional career in New York City. Robert has worked with leading artists such as Paul McCartney, U2, Lady Gaga and more.

The discussion covers the evolution of music formats, the creative process behind mixing and producing, and some of his collaborations with iconic artists. The producer shares insights on the music industry, the significance of sound design, and the role of space in music production. In this engaging conversation, the speakers shares some of his experiences in music production, highlighting the artistry and collaboration involved in capturing musical performances.

Robert reflects on his work with legendary jazz musicians, the emotional vulnerability required in the studio, and the importance of trust in the creative process. The discussion also touches on the lessons learned from various recording sessions, the integrity required in the industry, and the journey of writing a book about his experiences.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey Begins: From Starting Out to Soundscapes

02:00 Growing Up with Music: Influences and Inspirations

06:13 Increasing love for music

09:03 Broadening Musical Influences

11:15 Learning about the roles in the studio

15:16 Parents' Musical Interests

17:54 The Evolution of Music Formats: From Vinyl to CDs

21:11 The Creative Process: Understanding Hits and Misses

23:57 The Role of Space in Music: A Producer's Perspective

27:00 Reflections on Collaboration: Working with Iconic Artists

44:34 Use of Space

46:28 Capturing Musical Mastery

49:41 Collaborating with Jazz Legends

54:16 Experiences with Iconic Musicians

56:10 The Co-Creation Process

01:07:29 The Role of Trust in Collaboration

01:13:58 A Book, and Integrity in Music Production

01:17:26 Moral Compass in the Industry

01:27:25 The Journey of Writing a Book

01:30:47 Speaking Tour

Links

https://defyrecordings.com/

https://www.instagram.com/defyrecordings/

https://workandworldview.com