Master The Workforce

Jennifer Sheets

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jennifer-sheets/subscribe This weekly show is about what we spend 70% of our lives doing every day...that is working. Whether we are the CEO, work for ourselves or the talent other people surround themselves with...this show is for you. Each week, we tackle "hot" issues facing all of us in every industry that have an absolute effect on our daily lives, our families and our futures. Host, Jennifer Sheets, CEO of MSI, MasterStaff, Inc. & MasterStaff Logistics has 23+ years of experience in all things workforce strategies related. She also hosts a radio show in Nashville on Cumulus SuperTalk 99.7 Sundays 11am CST- Noon

  1. Static, Studio Magic, and the "Mother" of All Bad Advice with JD Smith

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    Static, Studio Magic, and the "Mother" of All Bad Advice with JD Smith

    Jennifer Sheets and co-host Angela Cherry welcome media veteran and entrepreneur JD Smith to the studio. The episode kicks off with a lively, nostalgic look back at the era of live radio, with JD reenacting a classic late-90s broadcast break and sharing stories from his early days at a rock station in Salt Lake City. The hosts and guests connect over the power of genuine human connectivity in broadcasting, contrasting the magic of live, real-time media with modern automation and the "point-and-click" nature of contemporary digital platforms. This discussion naturally segments into a deeper exploration of why JD does what he does and how his professional journey eventually transitioned from on-air radio talent into business ownership. As the conversation continues, JD outlines his evolution from creative services to founding Studio 702, a creative-first ad agency. He emphasizes the critical intersection of brand messaging and internal corporate culture, explaining that a company's marketing can only be successful if its internal operations and leadership are rooted in alignment, accountability, and authenticity. To wrap up the segment, Angela asks JD to share the best and worst pieces of advice he has ever received. JD humorously recalls the worst advice coming from his mother, who begged him not to quit his steady day job at a massive Utah chicken hatchery to pursue radio—a leap of faith that ultimately shaped his entire career.

    47 phút
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    Hustle, Influence, and Building a Legacy with Robert J. Smith

    In this episode of Master the Workforce, host Jennifer Sheets and producer RJ broadcast live from Nashville during a severe ice storm to discuss the "70% of our lives" dedicated to work. They are joined by business consultant and multi-industry expert Robert J. Smith, known as "Smitty," to discuss his recent success with the book Influence and Action for CEOs, which reached number one on both Amazon and USA Today. Smitty emphasizes that effective leadership is built on responsibility, credibility, and a "we" mindset rather than just authority. He also highlights the financial benefits of becoming a bestselling author, noting a median income increase of $96,000 per year for those who achieve that status. The conversation shifts toward the importance of personal "hustle" and self-reliance in a changing job market. Smitty encourages listeners—especially those like producer RJ who face challenges with corporate training and performance culture—to take charge of their own professional development through books and masterclasses. He shares his own experience of completing a seven-year financial designation program in just 13 months to provide for his family, illustrating the power of self-motivation. The episode concludes with a look at Smitty’s latest philanthropic endeavor, the Junior Patriots charity, which aims to inspire American youth by publishing their essays on what they love about the country.

    48 phút

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jennifer-sheets/subscribe This weekly show is about what we spend 70% of our lives doing every day...that is working. Whether we are the CEO, work for ourselves or the talent other people surround themselves with...this show is for you. Each week, we tackle "hot" issues facing all of us in every industry that have an absolute effect on our daily lives, our families and our futures. Host, Jennifer Sheets, CEO of MSI, MasterStaff, Inc. & MasterStaff Logistics has 23+ years of experience in all things workforce strategies related. She also hosts a radio show in Nashville on Cumulus SuperTalk 99.7 Sundays 11am CST- Noon