COMPELling Conversations

Jamie Ramerini

COMPELling Conversations is a podcast for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and high-achievers seeking insights that inspire action and transformation. Hosted by Steve Ramerini, Founder and CEO of COMPEL CEOs, each episode features thought-provoking discussions with world-class experts, entrepreneurs, and visionaries who share real-life stories, practical strategies, and leadership lessons from the frontlines of business and life. From navigating uncertainty and disruption to mastering growth, resilience, and innovation, COMPELling Conversations delivers actionable wisdom to help you elevate your leadership, sharpen your decision-making, and thrive in today’s rapidly changing world.

  1. 22 thg 4 ·  Video

    Creating Positive Culture and Peak Performance with Joanna Brandi

    "When you appreciate someone at their best, you not only boost their performance — you create a ripple effect that spreads through families, teams, and communities." — Joanna Brandi In this episode of COMPELling Conversations, Steve Ramerini sits down with Joanna Brandi, a customer experience expert, speaker, and consultant with over 25 years of experience transforming workplaces into thriving environments that drive both employee motivation and customer loyalty. Joanna shares her insights on the five pillars of flourishing (PERMA) — Pleasure, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment — and explains how applying these principles can elevate both personal wellbeing and business performance. From building authentic relationships to fostering engagement and appreciation in the workplace, Joanna demonstrates how positivity isn't just “fluffy” — it’s scientifically proven to increase productivity, collaboration, and organizational success. She also discusses how leaders can help employees leverage their strengths, reduce anxiety, and create a culture that spills over into families, communities, and beyond. Whether you’re a business owner, CEO, or emerging leader, this conversation provides actionable strategies for making work more meaningful, engagement-driven, and rewarding. Key Takeaways: The science behind PERMA and its application in business and life. How positive emotion, engagement, and relationships directly impact performance and wellbeing. Strategies for fostering authentic relationships in a digital and hybrid work environment. The importance of strength-based leadership to unlock employee potential. Simple techniques to increase appreciation and positive feedback in the workplace. The ripple effect of positivity: happier employees create happier families and communities. Who Should Listen: Business owners, CEOs, HR leaders, managers, and anyone invested in improving workplace culture, employee engagement, and overall wellbeing.

    35 phút

  2. 25 thg 3 ·  Video

    The Serial Strategist: No Fear...Just Forward.

    In this episode of COMPELling Conversations, Steve Ramerini sits down with serial entrepreneur, speaker, and CEO of Slater Success, Ivy Slater. Ivy shares the entrepreneurial journey behind building and exiting her New York City printing company before launching Slater Success in 2008 — at the height of the financial crisis. Her story is one of resilience, strategic planning, and disciplined decision-making in the face of uncertainty. Throughout the conversation, Ivy unpacks: Why five-year planning (2030 thinking) is critical for CEOs How to plan boldly — while staying agile enough to course-correct Why leaders must lean into AI instead of fearing it The power of reading the “storybook” behind your numbers How relationships become your greatest business asset What to do when you make a bad decision — and how to recover fast Ivy compares business leadership to driving down Highway 66: you control the wheel, but you must constantly monitor your financials, marketing, sales, and operations to stay on course. Her core message is clear: Build a great business to live a great life — not the other way around. This episode is packed with practical insight for CEOs navigating economic shifts, technological disruption, and the constant need to adapt without losing momentum.

    30 phút

  3. 20 thg 3 ·  Video

    Succession Without Secrets: The Conversations That Protect Generational Wealth

    In this episode of COMPELling Conversations, host Steve Ramerini sits down with Natalie McVeigh — executive and entrepreneurial coach, Master Neuroplastician (M.npn), and globally recognized family enterprise advisor. Natalie is a Fellow and Faculty member of the Family Firm Institute, Director of Research & Development at Aspen Family Business Group, serves on the Education Development Committee of the Purposeful Planning Institute, is Faculty of the FBA Accreditation Program through the University of Adelaide, and is a Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) through Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She also trained in interest-based negotiation at Harvard Law School’s Program on Negotiation and is completing her Ph.D. in Applied Psychophysiology at Saybrook University. But despite the impressive résumé, Natalie’s core message is simple: Most family businesses don’t struggle because of strategy — they struggle because of avoided conversations. In this episode, she and Steve explore: Why early, honest feedback is essential in succession planning How small unspoken tensions become generational fractures When to begin conversations about joining the family business The critical distinction between ownership and management Why “equal love” and “equal inheritance” aren’t always the same How estate plans can unintentionally create lasting resentment Drawing on neuroscience, mediation, and decades of family enterprise work, Natalie explains why strong families build strong businesses — but strong businesses do not automatically build strong families. For founders navigating succession, next-gen development, or estate decisions, this episode is a masterclass in protecting both wealth and relationships.

    30 phút

  4. 11 thg 3 ·  Video

    The Deals That Fall Apart — And Why Most CEOs Don’t See It Coming

    Artificial intelligence is reshaping business faster than most leaders can comprehend. Talent has gone remote. Family dynamics complicate succession. And deal structures are getting more sophisticated. So what’s actually putting transactions at risk? In this episode of Compelling Conversations, Steve Ramerini interviews Allan Cohen, Managing Partner of the Long Island office of Nixon Peabody, and one of the most active deal attorneys serving COMPEL CEOs. With 37 years of experience in corporate law and M&A, Allan breaks down: The hidden threats that derail transactions Why personality — not paperwork — kills deals How AI will transform legal work (and business operations) The infrastructure mistakes growing companies make Why CEOs must rethink talent in a remote world If you’re planning to sell, grow, or transition your business in the next five years — this episode is required listening.

    22 phút

  5. 5 thg 3 ·  Video

    Emotionally Agile Leadership: Courageous Conversations & Culture with Mark Altman

    Steve Ramerini interviews Mark Altman, Founder of Mindset Go, about emotionally agile leadership, courageous conversations, and building a culture rooted in shared language and accountability. From delegation challenges to generational communication, this episode offers practical tools for leaders who want to communicate better — especially when it’s hard. Listeners will gain practical tools for: Leading with questions instead of statements Reframing accountability as collaborative, not confrontational Handling delegation challenges by addressing internal narratives Creating a cultural operating system built on shared language Developing self-awareness and reflection as daily leadership habits This episode is a practical roadmap for entrepreneurs and executives who want to build stronger cultures, have better conversations, and lead with confidence — without sacrificing standards.

    32 phút

  6. 4 thg 3 ·  Video

    AI Is Coming for Your Business — Here’s What Will Save It

    What happens when AI levels the playing field and your competitors suddenly have the same tools you do? In this episode of Compelling Conversations, Steve Ramerini interviews long-time COMPEL member and serial entrepreneur Larry Siedlick, founder of Sunrise Medical Labs and the Montauk Beach House. After building and selling multiple companies — including one that set an industry record multiple — Larry explains why technology alone doesn’t create greatness… culture does. They discuss: Why businesses plateau (and don’t realize it) The coming AI equalizer — and who will lose The Long Island “brain drain” crisis Why trust is the only sustainable competitive advantage The mistake most CEOs make when growth slows

    25 phút

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    Neuroscience, AI & the Future of Human Influence with Dr. Christophe Morin

    Steve Ramerini interviews Dr. Christophe Morin, neuroscientist, author, and co-founder of SalesBrain, about the science behind persuasion, the responsible use of AI, and the power of neuroplasticity in healing and leadership. From neuromarketing to mental health and spiritual growth, this conversation explores how understanding the brain can transform business — and life.   🎧 Listen to learn: Why emotions are the true drivers of decision-making How to responsibly implement AI inside your company What “neural prompting” means for the future of marketing How storytelling rewires the brain Why curiosity — without recklessness — is the leadership skill of the future

    44 phút

  8. 03/12/2025 ·  Video

    The Reinvention Challenge: How to Conquer Global Disruption

    The business world is moving too fast, so in this crucial episode of COMPELling Conversations, our host Steve Ramerini sits down with certified reinvention expert and four-time author, Carolyn Strauss (a Certified Reinvention Practice Practitioner and former Ford model), to address the exhaustion and stress caused by intense global disruption.   The challenge? The business cycle has collapsed from 75 years to just 5 years—and it’s still shrinking.   Carolyn reveals her essential playbook for survival: Master the 90-Second Rule: Because change is biologically triggering causing a burst of adrenaline, leaders must learn to pause and take a deep breath for 90 seconds before reacting. Proactive Disruption: Don't wait to be made obsolete. Leaders must proactively ask, "How can I disrupt myself before someone else does it for me?".  "Kill Your Company" exercise Team Genius and AI Strategy: Business is now a team sport. Carolyn advocates for Patrick Lencioni's Working Genius Assessment which helps identify team gaps, ensuring all parts of a project (ideation, activation, implementation) are covered by energized people. Strategically deploy AI to replace jobs that are dull, dirty, or dangerous, freeing human employees to focus on relationship building. Finally, Carolyn shares some crucial advice: avoid looking at your phone or the news during the first 15 minutes after waking up, as your brain is most susceptible to negative information during that window.   🎙️ Listen now to get the tools you need to stop reacting and start reinventing your business for the future.

    37 phút
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COMPELling Conversations is a podcast for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and high-achievers seeking insights that inspire action and transformation. Hosted by Steve Ramerini, Founder and CEO of COMPEL CEOs, each episode features thought-provoking discussions with world-class experts, entrepreneurs, and visionaries who share real-life stories, practical strategies, and leadership lessons from the frontlines of business and life. From navigating uncertainty and disruption to mastering growth, resilience, and innovation, COMPELling Conversations delivers actionable wisdom to help you elevate your leadership, sharpen your decision-making, and thrive in today’s rapidly changing world.

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    Jamie Ramerini
  • Năm hoạt động
    2025 - 2026
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    16
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