Bold Encounters: Get Unstuck and Lead!

Mark Spencer Cook
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Bold Encounters: Get Unstuck and Lead!

We all lead lives, work, teams, families, or organizations. Even great leaders get stuck while others thrive. Bold Encounters great guests offer steps on a path forward to thrive, plus revenue and innovative problem-solving tools. Listen and get a free e-guide on how to solve problems with rapid innovation at MarkSpencerCook.com/Follow. Mark is President of Windfall Partners, a NYT bestselling author with turnaround, startup, and corporate CEO success. Mark's research includes leading the largest-ever study of award-winning pivots, global leaders, plus 4000+ client wins.

  1. Transform Tragedy to Lead Growth, Kent Bowman, Series Partner Pt. 1

    13 HR. AGO

    Transform Tragedy to Lead Growth, Kent Bowman, Series Partner Pt. 1

    Tune in today to learn to lead growth with Kent Bowman, former Partner at Andersen and Tanner LLC. Gain insights from his incredible personal challenges and difficult business journey, then leading the growth of a large, famous CPA firm, Tanner, LLC. Kent transformed teams, relationships, organizations and success in finance, consulting, and leadership. In this first part of our conversation, Kent shares how to preserve livelihoods and rebuild trust. Kent transitioned 120 professionals after Arthur Andersen's collapse. Discover the strategies to rebuild careers and pivot a faltering division into a success: "Set your sights high and deliver consistently." "Always take ownership of the issue." "Pain is temporary; resilience leads to growth." Find out how Kent Bowman saved family and firm from catastrophe: Mark C. Watch Bold Encounters at MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube.com/MarkSpencerCook, Spotify, or listen on Apple and most other podcast platforms. Lessons Learned: -Always take ownership to build credibility and trust. -Set your sights high to achieve exceptional outcomes. -Develop unique skills to stand out in competitive environments. -Foster teamwork by leveraging individual strengths within groups.

    59 min
  2. Interview 2: Servant-Leader with Mother Teresa, Ann Stigsson

    JAN 22

    Interview 2: Servant-Leader with Mother Teresa, Ann Stigsson

    Welcome back to Bold Encounters! We gain more potent stories, especially on scaling by focusing on one person at a time from Ann Stigsson. Ann worked with Mother Teresa and learned about serving and scaling opportunity the right way. This more recent conversation adds some new, powerful stories from impactful work with Mother Teresa and her organization. Prepare to be inspired by Ann’s extraordinary insights on serving the one. Ann is a Palliative Care Expert and Hospice Counselor.  Uncover Mother Teresa’s secret to elevating lives through the power of serving the one:   "Helping isn’t enough; you must also love."    "Small things are the most important…but create the big."    "Service and love must always come first."    What gave Ann the strength to face relentless challenge? Find out now…  Mark     Watch Bold Encounters at MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube.com/MarkSpencerCook, Spotify, or listen on Apple and most other podcast platforms.     Lessons Learned:   -Preserve dignity by empowering others through fair, compassionate action.    -Lead by example, never asking others to do what you won’t.    -Focus on one person at a time to make a difference.    -Prioritize authenticity over efficiency to maintain meaningful connections.       See more at: MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube, or any podcast platform.        Also see Mark’s homepage: MarkSpencerCook.com or WindfallPartners.com.com

    35 min
  3. Servant-Leader with Mother Teresa, Ann Stigsson

    12/24/2024

    Servant-Leader with Mother Teresa, Ann Stigsson

    Welcome back to Bold Encounters, where Mark Cook presents Ann Stigsson, Hospice Counselor at Palliative Care in Monmouth, Sweden. Ann shares powerful lessons on servant leadership from “serving the one” with Mother Teresa. Ann discusses restoring dignity and providing connection through extraordinary, compassionate care. Discover her amazing journey to work with Mother Teresa then lifting lives and lesson’s learned by the side of one of the greatest ever. Uncover the profound secret to elevating lives through the power of serving the one: "Life is not that complicated." "Each person is valuable and worthy." "Focus on the one to create change." What other life-changing advice did Mother Teresa share? Find out now.   Watch Bold Encounters at MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube.com/MarkSpencerCook, Spotify, or listen on Apple and most other podcast platforms.   Other Lessons Learned: -Approach each person with dignity and compassion. -Build trust through small, tangible, and meaningful actions. -See service as a privilege, not a task. -Focus on the individual to create lasting impact.   See more at: MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube, or any podcast platform.     Also see Mark’s homepage: MarkSpencerCook.com or WindfallPartners.com.com.

    57 min
  4. Leading with Elite Resilience: Calvin Wooley, VP, Goldman Sachs

    12/13/2024

    Leading with Elite Resilience: Calvin Wooley, VP, Goldman Sachs

    Welcome to an inspiring session with Calvin Wooley, Vice President at Goldman Sachs, leading the charge in client data strategies. Learn from his extraordinary journey, from overcoming life-changing challenges to celebrating 20 years of impactful leadership at one of the world’s top financial firms. Wooley shares strategies to prioritize effectively, foster collaborative problem-solving, and build resilience, enabling leaders to transform complex obstacles into opportunities for success and growth in both personal and professional realms.    Discover the untold secret of transforming adversity into unmatched leadership success with Calvin Wooley:     “Hard work makes success seem effortless."    "Prioritize what truly matters every day."    "Leadership is taking ownership of any problem."      What happened in Calvin's darkest moment changed everything forever:   Mark   Watch Bold Encounters at MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube.com/MarkSpencerCook, Spotify, or listen on Apple and most other podcast platforms.       Lessons Learned:    -Take ownership of problems to drive effective solutions.    -Cultivate resilience through personal and professional adversities.    -Prioritize diversity of thought to foster innovation and better decisions.    -Mentor others to create a stronger and more cohesive team.       See more at: MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube, or any podcast platform.      Also see Mark’s homepage: MarkSpencerCook.com or WindfallPartners.com.com |  WindfallPartners.com     Calvin Wooley Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calvin-woolley-330a50/

    1h 7m
  5. Baroness Nicholson: Lift a Person, Change the World

    12/04/2024

    Baroness Nicholson: Lift a Person, Change the World

    Mark Cook shares, for the first time, a previously recorded interview with Baroness Emma Nicholson of Winterbourne, member of the UK Parliament’s House of Lords. Baroness Nicholson is an unparalleled leader of humanitarian organizations and founder of the Amar Foundation. The Baroness, famous for technologies, also saves lives, champions women in Afghanistan, and has reformed healthcare. A champion of aid to war-torn communities and leading personally, the Baroness shares insights from her personal philanthropic journey, suggesting how to tackle international leadership.     The Baroness challenges us with surprising actions and a seeming paradox of focus:     "Desire betterment of…livelihoods, families, and everything smashed by a real enemy."   "It’s a mistake to think peace & quiet don't have to be fought for every single moment."   "A bit of energy, determination, & knowledge of the difference between right & wrong."     Baroness Nicholson tells of Amar and his injuries and how his life compelled her:    Mark    Watch Bold Encounters at MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube.com/MarkSpencerCook, Spotify, or listen on Apple and most other podcast platforms.      Lessons Learned   -The power of simplicity in creating lasting systems.   -The importance of determination, values, and ethics in philanthropy.   -Overcoming personal grief by turning tragedy into positive change.   -Impacts of unintended consequences & responsibilities in global leadership.      See more at Mark’s homepage: MarkSpencerCook.com |  WindfallPartners.com   Contact: Amar Foundation   UK Parliament: https://members.parliament.uk/member/1164/career  Social Media: @Amar_Foundation   Support: Donations to Amar Foundation

    25 min
  6. Lead with a Passion of Purpose: Dean Kaelin, Vocal Coach Pt. 2 

    11/21/2024

    Lead with a Passion of Purpose: Dean Kaelin, Vocal Coach Pt. 2 

    Join us to learn from Dean Kaelin, Vocal Coach and Studio Owner, whose recent achievement includes coaching finalists for Disney’s High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. Everyone faces the challenge of balancing passion and practicality. Aspiring musicians often struggle to make their art financially sustainable while developing genuine talent. Discover how to turn your passion into a sustainable career.     Discover the unexpected key to vocal mastery that only Dean Kaelin teaches:    "Good singing is good singing, no matter the genre."    "Focus on being great at one thing."    "Success follows when you master your craft."    Discover the surprising advice that changed Dean Kaelin’s career forever:  Mark  Watch Bold Encounters at MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube.com/MarkSpencerCook, Spotify, or listen on Apple and most other podcast platforms.       Lessons Learned:  -Find and develop your unique sound to stand out.    -Set high standards for your work and charge accordingly.    -Be honest about your abilities and worth.    -Help others grow as part of your own journey.      See more at: MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube, or any podcast platform.      Also see Mark’s homepage: MarkSpencerCook.com or WindfallPartners.com.com | WindfallPartners.com    Dean Kaelin Website: www.DeanKaelin.com    Dean Kaelin Instagram: @deankaelin

    50 min
  7. Lead Journeys of Performance: Dean Kaelin, Star Vocal Coach Pt. 1

    11/19/2024

    Lead Journeys of Performance: Dean Kaelin, Star Vocal Coach Pt. 1

    Prepare for an enlightening conversation with Dean Kaelin, coach to American Idol finalists and consultant to stars. Explore his journey leading stars like Olivia Rodrigo from Disney’s High School Musical to a higher level. One of the most painful challenges in pursuing any career is facing self-doubt and setbacks, especially in music. Dean has helped lead artists to overcome fears and falters to achieve resilience and lasting success.     Discover the untold methods Dean uses to turn vocal limitations into extraordinary strengths:    "It's all about helping people succeed."  "Life is tough, but so are you."  "’It's all gigs’; some are just fancier."    The secret to overcoming any leader limitation lies ahead:  Mark  Watch Bold Encounters at MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube.com/MarkSpencerCook, Spotify, or listen on Apple and most other podcast platforms.      Lessons Learned:  -Treat every opportunity as valuable, no matter the scale.    -Value personal connections over fame in the industry.    -Use curiosity to understand and support challenging behaviors.    -Emphasize commitment to team and purpose in all endeavors.      See more at: MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube, or any podcast platform.     Also see Mark’s homepage: MarkSpencerCook.com or WindfallPartners.com.com |  WindfallPartners.com       Dean Kaelin Website: www.DeanKaelin.com   Dean Kaelin Instagram: @deankaelin

    27 min
  8. A Bold Plan for a New Era, Michael Goldberg, CEO, OmniSource Marketing

    10/29/2024

    A Bold Plan for a New Era, Michael Goldberg, CEO, OmniSource Marketing

    Gain invaluable insights from Michael Goldberg, CEO of OmniSource Marketing, who has boosted company productivity with planned, major initiatives as leadership has shifted. Michael shares the power of focus, creating distinct roles, and optimizing processes. Michael reveals how aligning operational priorities can break systemic challenges, boost profit, and empower teams to thrive despite setbacks and market uncertainties.    Discover how just when surprising chaos comes, a pivoted plan improves everything:  “My biggest improvements came from my biggest failures.”  “Violent agreement—are we arguing when we agree?”  “I love being part of helping other people grow.”  Michael's business faced a two potentially devastating moments. Discover what he did:  Mark C.  Watch Bold Encounters at MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast, YouTube.com/MarkSpencerCook, Spotify, or listen on Apple and most other podcast platforms.    Lessons Learned: -Decision-making speed impacts overall business success. -Clarifying roles improves operational efficiency and partnership dynamics. -Entrepreneurs thrive by taking calculated risks. -Crisis situations can reveal hidden opportunities for growth.    See more at Mark’s homepage: MarkSpencerCook.com |  WindfallPartners.com  OmniSource Marketing: www.omni.cc  Michael Goldberg LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/goldbergmike

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We all lead lives, work, teams, families, or organizations. Even great leaders get stuck while others thrive. Bold Encounters great guests offer steps on a path forward to thrive, plus revenue and innovative problem-solving tools. Listen and get a free e-guide on how to solve problems with rapid innovation at MarkSpencerCook.com/Follow. Mark is President of Windfall Partners, a NYT bestselling author with turnaround, startup, and corporate CEO success. Mark's research includes leading the largest-ever study of award-winning pivots, global leaders, plus 4000+ client wins.

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