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John R. Robertson did as he kept seeing people reacting to issues after the fact. When a “roar” happens in life there are normal fight, flight, freeze, and appease reactions but what would happen if we ran toward the roar instead of merely reacting?

Instead of treating roars, storms, or crises as something to react to or try to avoid, we can plan for them so that we respond instead of reacting. Sometimes the theme of resilience, well-being, and thriving becomes so clinical, theoretical, or pie-in-the-sky that it is not practical or helpful. Like so many educational approaches, oftentimes the approach tends to be a transfer of information rather than transformation.

Run Toward the Roar reframes thriving and resilience to find and focus on what you love so that you will be faithful and loyal, regardless of the roars that cross your path.

It's been said a picture is worth a thousand words. If you're a professional speaker, trainer, or consultant, I'd say a picture is worth a million dollars - if it's taken by the right person.

That right person is John Demato - and today, I'm going to find out how he takes such great photos, how you can set up a home studio, and how you can leverage a great photographer to make yourself - ONE MILLION DOLLARS (read in the Dr. Evil voice).

In our increasingly volatile world, you need more than a growth plan. You need a Resilient Growth Strategy. Jonathan Brill is the guy to share it with us. In this all too brief conversation, Jonathan shares his insights into how we can develop a growth plan and take advantage of the change others are afraid of. He's the author of the book Rogue Waves, and if you're worried about change, BIG changes and SMALL changes and ALL changes, you won't want to miss this conversation.

Scott Monty finds some of the most interesting things to read and think about. What's amazing is the quality - not just the quantity Scott puts out, and the relevance to his brand. His Timeless & Timely newsletter and podcast are ones I enjoy consuming regularly as well. Join me for a conversation with Scott, the only classics major who's been the global head of digital communications for a Fortune 10 brand.

How do you become a champion? It's not by accident - it's by developing the habit of a champion. Join me for a conversation with Coach Dana Cavalea, author of Habits of a Champion. He'll share stories and insights into achieving your full potential - which is a lot more simple than you think. It takes work. Not just any kind of work, though--very specific day-to-day work.

Jesse Cole is the founder of Fans First Entertainment and owner of the Savannah Bananas. He is the proud inventor of Banana Ball and Dolce and Banana Underwear and not-so-proud promoter of the Human Horse Race and Flatulence Fun Night. How did he do it? By putting Fans First! Tune into a lively conversation with Jesse as we talked about how to change the game, break the rules and create an unforgettable experience for your customers.