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Becoming Preferred

Becoming Preferred

De: Michael Vickers
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In this informative and practical podcast, Michael and his guests share the latest strategies and tactics to help you become the preferred provider (the emotional favorite) in the markets you serve. The key insights and strategies discussed, come from Michael's experience working with many of the finest brands in business today and his guest interviews will inspire you, educate you, and give you the tools you need to be successful in today's turbulent and competitive marketplace.Copyright 2026 Michael Vickers Economía Gestión Gestión y Liderazgo Liderazgo Marketing Marketing y Ventas
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  • Thomas Passalacqua - Overcoming the "Silent Killers": Doubt, Fear, and the Imposter Trap

    Thomas Passalacqua - Overcoming the "Silent Killers": Doubt, Fear, and the Imposter Trap
    Apr 13 2026
    SEASON: 6 EPISODE: 22Episode Overview:Welcome back to Becoming Preferred, the podcast dedicated to the high-level strategies that transform professionals and level up performance.Today, we are exploring a truth that every professional eventually hits: Success isn't just about what you do; it’s about the clarity with which you lead. Many leaders reach a plateau not because they lack resources, but because they are navigating through the 'fog' of doubt, rapid growth, or shifting industries.Joining us is someone who has mastered the art of the pivot and the science of leadership. Thomas Passalacqua is a certified Executive Coach and the founder of Ascend Professional Pathways. From his early days as a founding teacher in New York City to driving high-stakes mergers and acquisitions and executive coaching, Thomas has seen firsthand how the right mindset can turn a 'good' professional into an 'elite' leader.In this episode, we’re going to help you identify your own blind spots, overcome the silent fears that stall growth, and learn how to align your daily decisions with your highest professional goals. Join me for my conversation with Thomas Passalacqua.Guest Bio: Thomas Passalacqua is a certified Executive Coach who specializes in customized professional & leadership development. With a master’s in education, Thomas started his career as a founding teacher in New York City. He then transitioned into dental manufacturing sales, where he was an award-winning consultant who trained and mentored other sales professionals.Transitioning again, Thomas was the director of business development for a growing dental group practice in the Northeast where he led sales and marketing for mergers & acquisitions. In his executive coaching and professional training platform, Ascend Professional Pathways LLC, he enables various industry leaders to gain clarity and improve their business leadership skills.Thomas' clients are empowered to reach the next level in their businesses and careers by overcoming doubts, fears, and uncertainty and making strategic decisions to better align with their goals.Resource Links:Website: https://ascendpropathways.com/Product Link: https://ascendpropathways.com/executive-coachingInsight Gold Timestamps:02:44 I found myself being relevant to my fellow classmates and seeing them take my advice06:41 The pathway reference really is a nod to the individual coach and because there are multiple directions09:49 My main focus is, okay, what do we do moving forward?12:01 What kinds of things do you see for obstacles that are common?13:58 The 'why' behind it all is important16:10 If you have a question, you can most likely find the answer to it in this day and age18:31 I wanted to follow my own expectation and blaze my own path22:35 If your default is an excuse, then that's a red flag to know that you're operating from a doubt or a state of fear25:17 Vision work is huge28:44 Let's talk about clarity and getting clarity, but also clarity as a competitive advantage32:20 You've already proved to yourself that you can go from where you were to where you are...38:36 In this day and age, there's more tools and resources and information41:33 What's a good step that they can take?42:18 You have resources, and you have the skills and capabilities already within you, you just have to uncover what's blocking you42:38 My website ascendpropathways.comConnect Socially:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaspassalacqua/Email: thomas@ascendpropathways.comSponsors: Rainmaker LeadGen Platform Demo: https://calendar.summit-learning.com/widget/booking/JKItVP7WErmCBjU2cCIxRainmaker Digital Solutions: https://www.rainmakerdigitalsolutions.com/
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    45 m
  • Lisa Woodruff - The Cost of Mental Clutter: Bridging Home Management and Professional Growth

    Lisa Woodruff - The Cost of Mental Clutter: Bridging Home Management and Professional Growth
    Apr 6 2026
    SEASON: 6 EPISODE: 21Episode Overview:Welcome back to Becoming Preferred, the podcast for the professional who wants to level up their skillset and focus on continuous improvement. Today, we’re tackling the silent killer of professional peak performance: The Invisible Quicksand.We spend our lives optimizing our businesses, our processes, and our leadership teams. But what happens when you are being held back by a disorganized home? What is the cost of the 'mental clutter' that follows you from the kitchen table to the office?Our guest today is a powerhouse who transformed from a stay-at-home mom at forty to the CEO of a million dollar empire. Lisa Woodruff, the founder of Organize 365 and host of a podcast with over 24 million downloads, believes that organization isn't a personality trait—it’s a learnable, high-level business skill.She’s here to show us how to bridge the gap between household management and professional scaling, and to give us a sneak peek into her upcoming book, Escaping Quicksand. If you’ve ever felt like you’re winning at work but sinking at home, this conversation is your lifeline. Join me for my conversation with Lisa Woodruff.Guest Bio: Lisa Woodruff is the founder & CEO of Organize 365. Lisa and 87% of Americans believe organization is a learnable skill. Yet less than 18% of those same Americans feel they are organized.As the host of the top-rated Organize 365 Podcast, with 24 million downloads & counting, Lisa shares strategies for reducing the overwhelm, clearing the mental clutter, and living a productive and organized life.Resource Links:Website: http://organize365.com/Product Link: https://organize365.com/escapingquicksand/Insight Gold Timestamps:04:34 I started to really think back on, what was my story going to be06:22 I realized I was a professional organizer08:28 My PhD is on the invisible load and the cognitive load of organizing10:11 I'm an educator and so I'm going to give you a lot of options14:39 Organization is a learnable skill16:31 In my opinion, your child's bedroom is their mini apartment19:55 I had to grow those muscles of being a business owner and doing the work of the business20:30 Let's talk about your upcoming book, Escaping Quicksand26:54 It's not a department, it's a whole separate business, the household is the economic entity28:12 My higher and best use is being strategic30:34 I took all of my bank statements from Wells Fargo, dumped them into an AI tool (Claude)31:55 Organization happens in analog, productivity happens in digital34:58 What's the number one organizational lie that keeps people and entrepreneurs stuck in that gap?39:48 I realized in hindsight, once I firmly went into excellence versus perfectionism, is not accepting others' judgment of myself44:55 You have so much more control than you think you do...at home46:10 Just really think through, is the improvement really the improvement you want?48:11 Website is organize365.com48:38 Get organized and you get your time backConnect Socially:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisawoodruff/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2w8BMBq25cswE7mVRX1bDAInstagram: http://instagram.com/organize365Lisa's Podcast: https://organize365.com/podcast-landing-page/Email: Lisa@organize365.comSponsors: Rainmaker LeadGen Platform Demo: https://calendar.summit-learning.com/widget/booking/JKItVP7WErmCBjU2cCIxRainmaker Digital Solutions: https://www.rainmakerdigitalsolutions.com/
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    50 m
  • Jeffrey Panik - Escaping the Financial Fog: How to Take Inventory and Reclaim Your Future

    Jeffrey Panik - Escaping the Financial Fog: How to Take Inventory and Reclaim Your Future
    Mar 30 2026
    SEASON: 6 EPISODE: 20Episode Overview:Welcome back to Becoming Preferred, the podcast for high-achieving professionals and entrepreneurs who want to level up their game and become the best versions of themselves.Today, we are exploring a topic that is fundamental to our success, yet one that many of us often fail to properly plan: our financial foundation. Joining us is someone who brings a rare level of discipline to the table. Jeffrey Panik is a Master of Science in Financial Services and a Certified Financial Planner with over 25 years of experience.But Jeffrey’s perspective wasn't formed in a boardroom alone. As a first-generation college student who served in the U.S. Army to pay off his student loans, Jeff carries a 'military-grade' perseverance into his work today. He is the founder of Balance Wealth Partners and the author of The Future is Now, a guide designed to demystify the 'financial fog' that many business professionals face. In a world of volatile markets and AI-driven advice, Jeff is here to show us why human relationships and operational discipline are your greatest investment assets. Join me for my conversation with Jeffrey Panik.Guest Bio: Jeffrey Panik, MSFS, CFP®, is a financial advisor with over twenty-five years of experience helping hundreds of families, individuals, and small businesses strategically manage their assets and plan for long-term success. The first in his family to attend college, Jeff also served in the U.S. Army, which paid off his student loans and instilled the discipline and perseverance he carries into his work today. He began his career as a financial advisor trainee at a large brokerage firm and has since built a thriving practice dedicated to empowering clients with financial literacy and confidence.Though he grew up in Southwestern Pennsylvania, Jeff has lived in Atlanta, GA, for more than two decades with his wife Rebecca. Outside of work, he enjoys family time, traveling, reading, and all types of sports.Resource Links:Website: https://www.balancewealthpartners.com/Product Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CS8GNF1H?ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_Z8DJA5H6R0DJ0ZJMZVDP&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_Z8DJA5H6R0DJ0ZJMZVDP&social_share=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_Z8DJA5H6R0DJ0ZJMZVDP&skipTwisterOG=2Insight Gold Timestamps:02:36 I still wasn't really sure what I wanted to do and I made the decision to go in the Army06:54 When you're dealing with money, it's an extremely emotional topic09:31 It's important to distinguish yourself from everyone else12:51 The value now is automation16:30 I think it's a matter of balance, whether it's in your work life, in your family, or in retirement20:56 As entrepreneurs, as young investors, maybe people just listening where should we be focused?24:16 Let's talk about legacy and family wealth24:50 I think the essential piece of finance really is communication27:37 Things are going to become what I would say more commoditized30:11 It's a good idea if you interview three or four different advisors30:33 Your book, Your Future is Now: An Introductory Guide to Managing your Finances33:38 You plan for the worst and if you do that, everything ends up usually working out pretty well35:16 It's small steps, but you have to take the first stepConnect Socially:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpanikYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@balancewealthpartnersEmail: jeff@balancewealthpartners.com Sponsors: Rainmaker LeadGen Platform Demo: https://calendar.summit-learning.com/widget/booking/JKItVP7WErmCBjU2cCIxRainmaker Digital Solutions: https://www.rainmakerdigitalsolutions.com/
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    38 m
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