Leadership Lowdown

BBB Pacific Southwest, Central & Inland California
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Discover the stories behind the success with Leadership Lowdown, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of business leadership. Each episode features an in-depth conversation with an inspiring leader who shares their personal journey — the triumphs, the pitfalls, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Whether it’s navigating failure, seizing unexpected opportunities, or mastering resilience, these insights will empower you to lead with purpose and passion. Tune in and uncover the strategies, stories, and secrets that shape today’s most influential leaders. Leadership Lowdown — because every great leader has a story worth hearing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6D AGO

    Fear Kills Your Fundraising

    What's the most expensive thing a nonprofit can do? Ask for too little. This week on Leadership Lowdown, Neal Sneller, Executive Director of Meals on Wheels of Prescott, talks about why fear around big funding requests costs organizations more than rejection ever would. He's learned to tell the story clearly, trust the community's generosity, and ask for what's actually needed. Bold, but not reckless. If you lead an organization that depends on support from others, this conversation is the push you didn't know you needed. Hosted by Jodi Low and powered by BBB and U & Improved, Leadership Lowdown brings you authentic stories of leaders who lead with trust and heart. New episodes every Thursday at 6:00 a.m. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min

  2. MAY 7

    You Can't Teach Caring

    On this week’s Leadership Lowdown, Danielle Rickert, Owner of Sir Speedy Prescott, shares why caring is the one thing you cannot teach. Danielle talks about building a team that genuinely loves what they do, thrives on customer appreciation, and takes pride in delivering great experiences every day. It’s a motivating conversation about culture, hiring with intention, and creating an environment where people feel valued, grow into their potential, and are part of something bigger than themselves. Hosted by Jodi Low and powered by BBB and U & Improved, Leadership Lowdown brings you authentic stories of leaders who lead with trust and heart. New episodes every Thursday at 6:00 a.m. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min

  3. APR 30

    The Simplest Test of Ethics

    On this week’s Leadership Lowdown, Marc Erpenbeck, President of George Brazil Plumbing and Electrical, shares why protecting a company’s legacy matters. Marc talks about honoring the values the business was built on, choosing to remain independent in an industry increasingly shaped by private equity, and ultimately transitioning the company to an employee owned model. It’s a thoughtful conversation about ethics, legacy, and building a company where people are proud to put their name behind the work they do. Hosted by Jodi Low and powered by BBB and U & Improved, Leadership Lowdown brings you authentic stories of leaders who lead with trust and heart. New episodes every Thursday at 6:00 a.m. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min

  4. APR 23

    Building a Business on Integrity

    Watching your parents work that hard leaves a mark. For Anna Lam, it became the entire foundation of how she leads. This week on Leadership Lowdown, Anna Lam, Founder and CEO of Penguin Payment Advisors, shares how growing up watching her family build a life through sheer effort shaped her commitment to serving small and family-owned businesses with transparency and honesty. In an industry not exactly known for straight answers, she's doing it differently. Hosted by Jodi Low and powered by BBB and U & Improved, Leadership Lowdown brings you authentic stories of leaders who lead with trust and heart. New episodes every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min

  5. APR 16

    The Myth of Doing Life Alone

    This week on Leadership Lowdown, Marcy Maslov, Founder of e-Factor!®, shares how mentorship and resourcefulness shaped her entrepreneurial journey. After being laid off from corporate life, Marcy sought guidance from organizations like the BBB, SCORE, and the SBDC, leaning into coaching, training, and good old fashioned door knocking long before social media made connection easy. It’s a motivating conversation about resilience, mentorship, and doing the work to create your own path. Hosted by Jodi Low and powered by BBB and U & Improved, Leadership Lowdown brings you authentic stories of leaders who lead with trust and heart. New episodes every Thursday at 6:00 a.m. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min

  6. APR 9

    Aligning Personal and Professional Values

    This week on Leadership Lowdown, Alison Schmitt, Chief Client Officer at LT marketing agency, shares what it truly means to live and lead with aligned values. She opens up about the importance of ensuring your personal and professional principles match, and how acting with integrity, unity, and boldness shapes both culture and results. It’s a thoughtful conversation about values-driven leadership and showing up every day with purpose and conviction. Hosted by Jodi Low and powered by BBB and U & Improved, Leadership Lowdown brings you authentic stories of leaders who lead with trust and heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min

  7. APR 2

    The Path to Financial Freedom

    What does it actually mean to lead with empathy? Not as a buzzword, but as a daily practice? This week on Leadership Lowdown, Jim Triggs, President and CEO of Money Management International, shares how leading from lived experience shapes culture in a way that retention numbers don't lie about. His call center teams average 12 years of tenure, and he'll tell you exactly why. If you lead people and want them to stick around, this one's for you. Hosted by Jodi Low and powered by BBB and U & Improved, Leadership Lowdown brings you authentic stories of leaders who lead with trust and heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min

  8. MAR 26

    Leading Across Generations

    New episode out now! On this week’s Leadership Lowdown, Gregg Cantor, President and CEO, and Rachel Cantor Walker, Vice President of Operations at Murray Lampert, share what makes their work truly rewarding. From seeing clients bring their newly finished spaces to life to building a strong sense of camaraderie within their team, they reflect on the moments that make all the hard work worth it. It’s a meaningful conversation about purpose, teamwork, and finding fulfillment in both the people you serve and the people you work alongside. Hosted by Jodi Low and powered by BBB and U & Improved, Leadership Lowdown brings you authentic stories of leaders who lead with trust and heart. New episodes every Thursday at 6:00 a.m. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
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Discover the stories behind the success with Leadership Lowdown, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of business leadership. Each episode features an in-depth conversation with an inspiring leader who shares their personal journey — the triumphs, the pitfalls, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Whether it’s navigating failure, seizing unexpected opportunities, or mastering resilience, these insights will empower you to lead with purpose and passion. Tune in and uncover the strategies, stories, and secrets that shape today’s most influential leaders. Leadership Lowdown — because every great leader has a story worth hearing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    BBB Pacific Southwest, Central & Inland California
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © BBB Pacific Southwest, Central & Inland California
  • Show Website
    Leadership Lowdown