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Jay Scherr
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Conversations with extraordinary business leaders, thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and others who are changing the world through the work they do. The goal is to share insights, help to inspire and lift others, and deliver practical, meaningful, and actionable content.

  1. Nick Epley | Becoming a Little More Social

    1D AGO

    Nick Epley | Becoming a Little More Social

    Nick Epley, psychologist, Professor of Behavioral Science at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business, and author of A Little More Social, joins me on this episode. Nick studies social cognition—how thinking people think about other thinking people—to understand why smart people so routinely misunderstand each other. His research has appeared in more than two dozen empirical journals and has been featured by the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, CNN, Wired, and NPR, among many others. His work has also been funded by the National Science Foundation and the Templeton Foundation. 🎙️ What We Discuss ✅ Why we avoid connection even when we know it's good for us ✅ The psychology behind hesitation, loneliness, and social anxiety ✅ How small everyday interactions can improve happiness, health, and well-being ✅ The surprising truth about introverts, extroverts, and meaningful connection ✅ The impact of technology, isolation, and modern communication on our lives ✅ And much more! Get connected with Nick: Website: https://www.nicholasepley.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-epley/  Purchase a copy of A Little More Social: https://www.amazon.com/Little-More-Social-Unexpected-Connection/dp/0593319540  Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324  Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ  Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!

    1h 6m
  2. Todd Sucherman | Music and Mastery: Becoming World-Class

    MAY 14

    Todd Sucherman | Music and Mastery: Becoming World-Class

    Todd Sucherman, longtime drummer for the band Styx, world-class session musician, educator, and one of the most respected drummers in the world, joins me on this episode. Named #1 Rock Drummer in the World by Modern Drummer Magazine, #1 Live Drummer by Modern Drummer readers, and Best Rock Drummer by MusicRadar, Todd has spent decades performing at the highest level alongside some of music's biggest names. This conversation goes far beyond music. It's about preparation, discipline, culture, relationships, and the lifelong pursuit of improvement. 🎙️ What We Discuss ✅ Growing up in a musical family and playing clubs as a teenager ✅ The musicians and experiences that shaped Todd early in life ✅ Stepping into Styx and earning trust within an iconic band ✅ Why culture, humility, and professionalism matter in a band ✅ Reviewing performances and the pursuit of excellence ✅ And much more! Get Connected with Todd: Website: https://www.toddsucherman.com Website: https://styxworld.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toddsuchermanmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddsucherman Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324  Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ  Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!

    1h 14m
  3. Dhomonique Murphy | From Unknown to Unforgettable

    MAY 7

    Dhomonique Murphy | From Unknown to Unforgettable

    Dhomonique Murphy, 3x Emmy® Award-winning TV personality, media strategist, bestselling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of The Right Method, joins me on this episode. With more than 20 years of experience in television, branding, executive presence, and storytelling, Dhomonique has appeared on major platforms including NBC, ABC, FOX, CBS, The Steve Harvey Show, and more. She's also the author of RESET: Attitude Is Everything and RESET 2, where she shares powerful lessons on mindset, resilience, and personal transformation. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ The fear of rejection and how it silently holds people back ✅ The conversation that forced Dhomonique to take a hard look at her life ✅ Rising above victimhood and reclaiming personal responsibility ✅ Why attitude can shape the direction of your life and career ✅ The importance of mentors, environment, and the voices you allow around you ✅ And much more! Get connected with Dhomonique: Website: https://therightmethod.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dhomonique/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dhomonique  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhomonique/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dhomonique  Purchase Reset 2: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/reset2-dhomonique-murphy/1140170593  Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324  Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ  Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!

    1h 19m
  4. Rebecca Hinds | The Hidden Cost of Bad Meetings

    APR 30

    Rebecca Hinds | The Hidden Cost of Bad Meetings

    Rebecca Hinds, Ph.D., organizational behavior expert, consultant, speaker, and bestselling author of Your Best Meeting Ever, joins me on this episode. Rebecca is a leading voice on the future of work and the science behind how teams collaborate. In this conversation, we break down why meetings have become one of the biggest drains on time, energy, and productivity, and what leaders can do to fix them. From the concept of "meeting debt" to the hidden psychological and cultural costs of poorly run meetings, Rebecca shares practical, research-backed strategies to redesign meetings so they actually move work forward. Rebecca has been featured in major media outlets, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Time, Harvard Business Review, and Fast Company. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Why most meetings are broken—and how "visibility bias" fuels the problem ✅ The hidden cost of bad meetings on time, energy, and culture ✅ What "meeting debt" is and how it impacts organizations  ✅ The 7 principles for designing effective, high-impact meetings  ✅ Practical ways to improve meetings starting today ✅ And much more! Get connected with Rebecca: Website: https://www.rebeccahinds.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-hinds/ Twitter: https://x.com/RebHinds   Purchase a copy of Your Best Meeting Ever: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/166806748X  Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324  Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ  Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!

    58 min
  5. Simon Alexander Ong | Living Your Best Story

    APR 23

    Simon Alexander Ong | Living Your Best Story

    Simon Alexander Ong, an award-winning personal development entrepreneur and coach, international keynote speaker, and author of the book Energize, joins me on this episode. Simon has been featured in leading media outlets including Forbes, Harvard Business Review, Financial Times, and The Huffington Post. This episode is a reminder that clarity comes from action, fulfillment is self-defined, and the energy you cultivate determines the life you create. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Redefining success vs. fulfillment and why they are not the same ✅ How environment and diverse inputs fuel creativity and innovation ✅ The concept of a "Mental Board of Advisors" for better decision-making ✅ Lessons from failure and why alignment matters more than money ✅ Why energy—not time—is your most valuable resource ✅ And much more! Get connected with Simon: Website: https://www.simonalexanderong.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonalexanderong.official  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonalexanderong/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SimonAlexanderO  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonalexandero/  Purchase a copy of Energize: https://www.amazon.com/Energize-Make-Most-Every-Moment/dp/0241502756/  Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324  Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ  Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!

    54 min
  6. Liz Tenuto | How to Release Years of Stored Stress

    APR 16

    Liz Tenuto | How to Release Years of Stored Stress

    Liz Tenuto, a somatic exercise instructor, author of When the Body Speaks, and founder of The Workout Witch, joins me on this episode. Her online programs have guided more than 230,000 women through powerful healing journeys, and she's transforming the way this generation understands and works through long-term stress and trauma. Her work has been featured in major media outlets including USA Today, BBC News, Harper's Bazaar France, NY Weekly, and LA Weekly. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ How stress, trauma, and emotional experiences get stored in the body ✅ Why we become disconnected from our body's signals and ignore early warning signs ✅ The impact of chronic stress on the nervous system and overall health ✅ How somatic healing works to release tension and regulate the body ✅ And much more! Get Connected with Liz: Website: https://liztenuto.com/ Website: https://theworkoutwitch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theworkoutwitch_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-tenuto-0619a4b8/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theworkoutwitch Purchase a copy of When the Body Speaks: https://www.amazon.com/When-Body-Speaks-Somatic-Healing/dp/0063425254 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324  Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ  Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!

    59 min
  7. Blake Eastman | Improving Human Communication & Social Interaction

    APR 9

    Blake Eastman | Improving Human Communication & Social Interaction

    Blake Eastman, founder of The Nonverbal Group, and a former adjunct psychology professor and professional high-stakes poker player, joins me on this episode. Blake has been featured in major media outlets, including CNN, Forbes, The New York Times, and ABC News. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ The difference between noticing and judging ✅ How poker shaped the way Blake thinks and makes decisions ✅ What most people get wrong about body language ✅ Why real behavioral change is harder than it looks ✅ And much more! Get connected with Blake: Website: https://www.nonverbalgroup.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beastman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastman.blake Twitter: https://twitter.com/Blakeeastman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blake_eastman/ Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324  Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ  Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!

    1 hr
  8. Amy Leneker | Lead and Live With Less Stress & More Joy

    APR 2

    Amy Leneker | Lead and Live With Less Stress & More Joy

    Amy Leneker, leadership consultant, trainer, keynote speaker, podcast host, and USA Today bestselling author of Cheers to Monday, joins me on this episode. She's an optimistic, joy-seeking, recovering workaholic—and the founder and CEO of the Center for Joyful Work, where she has helped more than 100,000 leaders and teams, including those at Fortune 100 companies, lead with less stress and more joy. With over 25 years of leadership experience, including a decade in the C-suite, Amy is deeply committed to helping leaders, teams, and organizations thrive. Her work has appeared in Fast Company, Inc., CEOWORLD Magazine, and other notable media outlets. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ The hidden patterns that keep high performers stuck ✅ The difference between productive stress and destructive stress ✅ How leaders can create healthier, more effective environments ✅ The Un-Stressing Method and how to apply it in real time ✅ And much more! Get connected with Amy: Website: https://www.amyleneker.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyleneker/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amy.leneker/  Twitter: https://x.com/Amy_Leneker  Purchase a copy of Cheers to Monday: https://www.amazon.com/Cheers-Monday-Surprisingly-Simple-Method/dp/1394388802  Listen to Less Stress, More Joy with Amy Leneker podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/less-stress-more-joy-with-amy-leneker/id1864772376  Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324  Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ  Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!

    1h 5m
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  • Creator
    Jay Scherr
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    290
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