What does it take to transform the way an entire organization thinks about safety? For RJ Jubber, the answer came from nearly 25 years of working in some of the world's most high-stakes industries — oil and gas, construction, utilities, and beyond. His journey to becoming a global leader in Human and Organizational Performance wasn't conventional, and that's exactly what makes it compelling. Today, as founder of G.R.I.T., RJ helps organizations prevent serious injuries and fatalities by changing the way leaders think about risk — and the people exposed to it every day. In this episode, he pulls back the curtain on the experiences that shaped him, the moments that changed his perspective, and why protecting people isn't just his profession — it's his purpose.

Episode Highlights:

01:42 Getting to Know RJ Jubber

04:00 What Is HOP

05:45 Defining Leadership Moment

12:10 From Chaos To Grit

14:51 Transformation Mindset

17:43 Principles Over Tactics

23:30 When People Still Resist

26:40 How to Connect with RJ Jubber

Show Links:

GetTheGrit.com

Are you struggling to stand out in a competitive job market or sales role? Jason Zygadlo, a Certified Career Coach with 20 years in high-level medical device sales, teaches customer-facing teams unconventional strategies using personalized video to boost credibility, confidence, and conversions. His approach isn't just professional — it's personal. As a cancer survivor and bestselling author of Built, Not Born, Jason brings a hard-won perspective on reinvention and resilience to everything he does. In this episode, he also reflects on his experience as a BrandFace client and what the branding journey has meant for his work.

Episode Highlights:

02:18 Leap Into Entrepreneurship

10:03 Comfort Vs Growth Mindset

12:21 AI Era Needs Human

13:03 Personalized Video Strategy

18:43 Authenticity Over Avatars

24:38 Joining Brand Program

27:24 Ziggy Strong Walk

29:58 Brand Clarity Breakthrough

35:23 How to Connect with Jason Zygadlo

Show Links:

careercoachbyob.com Jason A. Zygadlo | LinkedIn

What happens when a bold experiment meets resistance from the very community it was meant to inspire? In Part 2, Maggie Anderson, CEO and co-founder of The Empowerment Experiment Foundation, unpacks the pushback, the history, and the hard truths behind the Buy Black movement. From the historical erosion of Black-owned businesses to the concept of economic leakage—where dollars exit Black communities at an alarming rate—Maggie connects the dots between systemic inequality and everyday spending choices. Through stories of leadership, celebrity influence, and corporate supplier diversity, she charts a path from frustration to momentum, challenging listeners to see conscious consumerism not as a trend, but as a transformative force for lasting economic equity.

Episode Highlights:

02:16 Backlash: Why the Black Community Resisted

04:37 History of Lost Black Businesses

07:58 Economic Leakage Explained

10:15 Turning Pain Into Momentum

12:55 Leadership and Spending Power

15:48 Celebrities Breaking the Taboo

23:23 Supplier Diversity

26:38 Final Thoughts

Show Links: https://authormaggieanderson.com/ Maggie Anderson’s Website and Contact Information