Unique Genius

Angela Chanowsky
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Hosted by Angela Schroeder, Unleash Your Unique Genius is a powerful podcast designed to inspire entrepreneurs, business leaders, and growth-minded individuals to lean fully into their unique strengths and live with intention. Through raw and empowering conversations with leaders, creatives, and changemakers, Angela uncovers stories of resilience, vision, and courage — highlighting how each guest has harnessed their unique genius to create meaningful impact. The show equips listeners with actionable strategies for personal growth, leadership, and unlocking greater freedom and fulfillment in their lives and businesses. Whether you're building something new or seeking a deeper sense of alignment and purpose, this podcast is your space to be encouraged, challenged, and reminded that the most powerful thing you can be is unapologetically yourself.

  1. 08/14/2025

    Challenging Beliefs: The Key to Leadership with Jonathan Whistman

    In this episode of the Unique Genius Podcast, Angela Chanowsky interviews Jonathan, who shares his unique journey from growing up in a religious cult to becoming a leader in the AI hiring space. Jonathan discusses the lessons he learned about leadership, human potential, and the power of beliefs. He emphasizes the importance of challenging limiting beliefs in both personal and professional contexts, and how these beliefs can significantly impact success and growth.

    46 min

  2. 07/16/2025

    Show Up & Scale: Jen McKee on Storytelling, Social Media & Building a Brand That Connects

    In this inspiring episode of Unique Genius, Angela Chanowsky chats with Jen McKee, founder of Kee Hart Marketing and the powerhouse behind the Show Up, Stand Out, Scale framework, for a real talk on showing up online, building a brand with heart, and scaling with soul. Jen shares how she transitioned from restaurant manager to award-winning marketing agency owner, why the trades became her niche of choice, and how social media can turn everyday moments into brand magic. Whether you’re a business owner overwhelmed by content creation or a marketing pro trying to stand out, this episode is for you. Angela and Jen dive into: Jen’s journey from burnout in hospitality to building a creative business on her termsHow she niched down into the trades and why it changed everythingThe biggest mindset shifts that helped her go from solo freelancer to agency CEOWhy social media is about documenting, not performingThe difference between balance and harmony as a business ownerLessons in leadership, team-building, and delegation for long-term growth If you’ve ever felt stuck in your story, unsure of what to post, or intimidated by “doing it right,” this conversation will give you the permission and push to start showing up as your whole self. About Jen McKee: Jen McKee is a social media strategist and the founder of Kee Hart Marketing, a 5x award-winning agency specializing in content for home service businesses. Honored as a 2024 40 Under 40 recipient, Jen is known for helping businesses grow their brand and attract top talent through her signature framework: Show Up, Stand Out, Scale. Jen is also the host of The Kee to Growth Podcast, a mentor to marketing pros in the trades, and a sought-after speaker on all things digital storytelling. She’s built her business around authenticity, consistency, and impact and is passionate about helping others do the same. Episode Highlights: “It’s not about perfection, it’s about presence.” The overlooked power of organic content for home service businesses Why the best social media strategy is simply documenting your day The $10 task trap and how Jen scaled with a five-hour hire From fear to freedom: how letting go helped Jen grow a 17-woman team Links & Resources: Visit: www.keehartmarketing.com Follow Angela on Instagram: @angelachanowsky Let’s Stay Connected: Loved this episode? Don’t forget to: Subscribe + leave a review Share it with someone building their brand or their business Tag Angela and Jen—we want to see how you’re showing up online!

    41 min

  3. 07/09/2025

    Built for the Door: Ashton Buswell on Grit, Growth & Sales That Stick

    In this powerhouse episode of Unique Genius, Angela Chanowsky sits down with Ashton Buswell, a true “OG” of door-to-door sales, VP of Sales Acceleration at LGCY Power, and the founder of the Foundational Selling System. From cutting across lawns to closing 149 deals in one quarter, Ashton has earned his stripes in the most intense sales environments. But behind the numbers is a deeply intentional leader, one who’s just as committed to family, faith, and personal growth as he is to breaking records in solar. Angela and Ashton get real about: The early grind: from wrestling mats to satellite sales How Ashton built a 1% sales career through discipline, not just talent The role of rejection, resilience, and daily reps in long-term sales success Sales as sport: why tracking, competition, and coaching never stop Building harmony between high performance and personal life How the Foundational Selling System is changing the game for new reps and seasoned pros This isn’t just a sales episode, it’s a masterclass in mindset, leadership, and building something that lasts. Whether you’re new to sales or scaling a team, Ashton’s story will sharpen your skills and reset your drive. About Ashton Buswell: Ashton Buswell is a seasoned veteran in the door-to-door sales world. Since 2005, he’s sold everything from satellites and alarms to solar and became one of the few reps in the world with over 1,000 personal solar installs. As VP of Sales Acceleration at LGCY Power, Ashton leads a team that closes more than 2,500 deals per month. He’s also the founder of the Foundational Selling System, a high-impact sales training and community platform built for reps who are ready to grow with integrity, discipline, and real-world tools. Ashton is a proud husband, father of four daughters, and a competitive athlete, most recently representing the U.S. in the Masters Wrestling World Championships in Croatia. He believes sustainable success starts with personal harmony across marriage, fitness, faith, and purpose. Episode Highlights: “Sales is the closest thing to sports I’ve found outside of a stadium.” Why hard work beats slick talk and how Ashton became elite without being a ‘natural’ How to reflect after every ‘no’ and build lifelong skills from rejection The power of community in sales: why reps need a space to grow, vent, and win What it really means to align your life with your mission and live it out loud Links & Resources: Visit: www.foundationalsellingsystem.com Follow Ashton on Instagram: @ashtonbuswell Follow Angela on Instagram: @angelachanowsky Let’s Stay Connected: Loved this episode? Don’t forget to: Subscribe + leave a review Share this with someone in sales or on their way to mastery Tag Angela and Ashton on social—we want to hear your biggest takeaways!

    42 min

  4. 07/02/2025

    Calling for Excellence: Angie Snow on Leadership, Legacy & Women in the Trades

    In this empowering episode of Unique Genius, host Angela Chanowsky sits down with Angie Snow, Principal Industry Advisor at ServiceTitan and a celebrated force in the HVAC and plumbing industry. From her beginnings as a schoolteacher to becoming a co-owner of a successful HVAC business, Angie’s story is one of bold pivots, industry leadership, and a passion for empowering others, especially women in the trades. Whether she’s transforming call centers into profit centers or mentoring future leaders, Angie brings clarity, warmth, and strategy to everything she does. Angela and Angie dive into: Angie’s pivot from teaching to owning an HVAC companyHow to scale a family business while raising a familyWhat it means to create a “culture of excellence” inside a home service businessTraining CSRs to become strategic assetsThe evolution of women in plumbing, HVAC, and leadership rolesWhy coaching and mentorship are game changers in business growth Whether you’re a contractor, a leader in the trades, or just someone navigating your own career pivot, this episode is packed with actionable insight and inspiration. About Angie Snow: Angie Snow is a respected leader in the HVAC and plumbing industry, currently serving as Principal Industry Advisor at ServiceTitan, where she leads customer and product training initiatives. With over 17 years in the HVAC space, she has helped transform call centers into profit centers and led strategic growth across operations, finance, and marketing. As former co-owner of Western Heating, Air & Plumbing, Angie earned top industry recognition, including the Service World Woman of the Year Award and being named one of the Top Women in HVAC. She is a certified John Maxwell Team Member, founder of Snow Business Coaching, and a leadership coach with Go Time Success Group. Angie actively supports Women in HVACR, Women in Plumbing and Piping (WIPP), and Lady Titans, leading the way for women in the trades with coaching, speaking, and mentoring. Episode Highlights: “I’m a woman in the trades, that’s me in a nutshell.” From classroom to call center: how Angie built a multi-million dollar HVAC company Training CSRs to drive revenue and elevate the customer experience What women bring to leadership in the home services space How legacy, culture, and community shape lasting success Links & Resources: 🌐 Learn more: www.snowbusinesscoaching.com 📲 Follow Angela on Instagram: @angelachanowsky Let’s Stay Connected: Loved this episode? Don’t forget to: ✔️ Subscribe + leave a review 📤 Share this with a woman in the trades—or anyone ready to lead with purpose 📣 Tag Angela and Angie on social and share your takeaways

    40 min

  5. 06/25/2025

    Becoming Unstoppable: Matt Fleming on Redemption, Discipline & the Drive to Transform

    In this raw and powerful episode of Unique Genius, Angela Chanowsky sits down with Matt Fleming, transformation coach, speaker, and founder of the Unstoppable 365 program, for a no-holds-barred conversation about rising from rock bottom and becoming the strongest version of yourself. From battling addiction and surviving life-threatening health crises to leading a high-performance coaching program, Matt’s story is a blueprint for turning pain into purpose and power. Angela and Matt go deep on: How fitness became the gateway to long-term recovery and leadershipWhy morning rituals and self-discipline are foundational to successThe truth about addiction and how it shows up in socially acceptable waysTurning your pain into a platform that serves othersThe Unstoppable 365 framework: mindset, fitness, nutrition, hormone optimization, and faithWhat it takes to lead a life that aligns with your highest values, energy, and vision If you’ve ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or unsure where to start, this episode will fire you up to take control of your body, your beliefs, and your future. About Matt Fleming: Matt Fleming is a transformation coach, entrepreneur, and speaker with a powerful story of redemption and purpose. After overcoming years of addiction, Matt turned his life around through faith, fitness, and relentless self-discipline. Now sober since October 2, 2021, he coaches men on how to reclaim their health, mindset, and potential through personalized fitness, nutrition, and performance strategies. As a leader in a cutting-edge coaching program that combines doctor-led supplementation and hormone optimization, Matt is passionate about helping high-achieving men become the strongest version of themselves, physically, mentally, and spiritually. He’s currently writing his first book and is on a mission to speak on stages, inspire change, and one day open faith-based treatment centers grounded in the power of faith and discipline. Episode Highlights: “I became addicted to being the best version of me.” The moment that changed everything and the gym that started in a hospital room What entrepreneurs and high performers can learn from rock bottom Why building discipline in the dark leads to confidence in the light How Unstoppable 365 is helping people reclaim their health from the inside out Links & Resources:  📘 Connect on Facebook: Matt Fleming 📲 Follow Angela on Instagram: @angelachanowsky Let’s Stay Connected: Loved this episode? Don’t forget to: ✔️ Subscribe + leave a review 📤 Share it with someone who’s ready to take their life to the next level 📣 Tag Angela and Matt on social, we want to hear your takeaways and breakthroughs!

    43 min

  6. 06/18/2025

    Closing with Confidence: Shai Ades on Mindset, Mastery & Million-Dollar Sales

    In this high-energy episode of Unique Genius, host Angela Chanowsky welcomes Shai Ades—nationally recognized sales coach and founder of One Call Close Academy—for a deep dive into what it really takes to sell with purpose, power, and precision. From knocking on doors to scaling a company from $0 to $20M in under two years, Shai has turned sales into an art form and a life mission. But this conversation goes beyond strategy. It’s about psychology, service, and showing up as your best self at the kitchen table and in the boardroom. Angela and Shai get real about: The mindset shift every sales pro needs to succeedWhat “One Call Close” really means and how to master itHow to scale a company without losing your soulWhy door-to-door sales still works—and what it teaches you about leadershipBlending structure with service to transform the customer experienceThe role of mentorship, marriage, and meaning in building a business that lasts If you’ve ever felt the pressure to perform in sales or wondered how to lead a team that closes with confidence and heart—this episode is your playbook. About Shai Ades: Shai Ades is a nationally recognized sales coach, entrepreneur, and the founder of One Call Close Academy. With over $300 million in attributed sales, his frameworks have helped contractors and home service pros dramatically boost revenue and performance. As lead consultant for Tidal Remodeling, he helped scale the business from $0 to $20M in just 17 months. Today, his training systems are used across the U.S. by top remodeling and roofing companies. Shai brings a unique blend of psychology, leadership, and real-world experience to his teaching—empowering professionals to develop the mindset, skillset, and structure they need to win. He lives in Southern California with his wife and three daughters and is passionate about helping others succeed in business and life. Episode Highlights: “Sales isn’t about pressure—it’s about presence.” How Shai turned rejection into revenue (and how you can too) The one thing most salespeople forget—and why it’s costing them millions What door knocking teaches you about resilience, character, and connection Why closing is a service, not a transaction Links & Resources: 🧠 Join the One Call Close Academy Facebook Group: One Call Close Academy – FB Group📱 Follow Shai on Instagram: @ShaiAdes📘 Connect on Facebook: Shai Ades📲 Follow Angela on Instagram: @angelachanowsky Let’s Stay Connected: Loved this episode? Don’t forget to: ✔️ Subscribe + leave a review📤 Share it with someone building a sales team or starting a business📣 Tag Angela and Shai on social—we want to hear your biggest takeaways!

    45 min

  7. 06/11/2025

    More Than a Call: Michelle Myers on Building Culture, Connection & Impact

    In this energizing episode of Unique Genius, Angela Chanowsky sits down with Michelle Myers, a woman who isn’t just answering calls, she’s building the future of customer experience in the trades. Founder and CEO of Pink Callers and co-founder of The CSR Academy, Michelle has redefined what it means to deliver excellence at the front lines of a business. From ServiceTitan-certified call centers to training the next generation of CSRs, she’s bringing intention, strategy, and warmth to every conversation, on the phone or off. Angela and Michelle go deep on: How to think like a designer when scaling systems and serviceRedefining the CSR role in the age of AIBalancing visionary leadership with real-world executionWhy community, creativity, and culture matter more than everThe evolution of customer expectations—and how to stay ahead of them If you’ve ever felt stuck behind the scenes in your business or wondered how to build a brand that serves people from the first hello, this episode will shift your mindset and your momentum. About Michelle Myers: Michelle L. Myers is the founder and CEO of Pink Callers, a first-of-its-kind CSR agency that provides remote customer service, dispatch, and office management to home service businesses nationwide. Under her leadership, Pink Callers became the first-ever ServiceTitan-certified call center, setting a new standard in the industry. Michelle also co-founded The CSR Academy and serves as a mentor for Women in HVACR. Outside the business world, she leads community efforts in Northern Virginia as the Chair of the Christmas in Middleburg Parade and co-owns Wise Coatings of Loudoun with her husband, Doug. With roots in design and a passion for structure and scalability, Michelle is a force behind some of the most successful companies in the trades today. Episode Highlights: “I see phone systems as 3D models because service starts before the phone even rings.”How Michelle’s design background informs her approach to building scalable customer experience systemsThe intersection of AI, empathy, and the future of CSR training Why customer care is a creative act and the frontline of your brandWhat community leadership taught Michelle about service, consistency, and visibility Links & Resources: 🌐 Visit Pink Callers 📲 Follow Angela on Instagram: @angelachanowsky Let’s Stay Connected: Loved this episode? Be sure to: ✔️ Subscribe + leave a review 📤 Share it with someone building a team or brand 📣 Tag Angela and Michelle, we want to hear your takeaways!

    46 min

  8. 06/05/2025

    Owning Her Genius: How Alexia Cooper Is Redefining What Leadership Looks Like

    In this powerhouse episode of Unique Genius, Angela Chanowsky sits down with Alexia Cooper, a woman who isn’t just breaking ceilings—she’s building entirely new frameworks in construction, solar, and leadership. Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 for Energy, Alexia is a force in industries not known for welcoming women—and she’s changing that. From becoming Nevada’s youngest female C2 electrical license holder to leading companies through scale, expansion, and acquisition, she’s not here to play small. This conversation is for anyone who’s ever felt underestimated—and is ready to lead anyway. Angela and Alexia go deep on: What it really means to be a trailblazer in male-dominated spacesPivoting from HVAC to renewable energy—and scaling companies from the inside outThe inner work of leadership—from Rapport Leadership to Oxford’s AMPWhy representation isn’t just important—it’s necessaryHow to lead with vision, fire, and unshakable conviction If you’ve ever felt underestimated, overlooked, or unsure how to lead in a space where you don’t “fit the mold”—this episode will breathe fire back into your mission. About Alexia Cooper: Alexia Cooper is a trailblazer in the construction and renewable energy industries. In 2020, she became Nevada’s youngest female C2 electrical license holder and was named to Forbes 30 Under 30 for Energy. She’s a graduate of Oxford’s Advanced Management and Leadership Program and a Master Graduate of Rapport Leadership. As a trainer and mentor, she’s committed to helping others rise to their full potential. Raised in Las Vegas, Alexia has always believed in thinking big and doing what others say can’t be done. After scaling a small HVAC company, she expanded into solar, eventually acquiring and leading Bell Electrical Systems before selling the company in 2023. Today, she serves as the General Manager of ES Solar in Las Vegas, driving growth and advancing a more sustainable energy future—while mentoring the next generation of fearless leaders. Episode Highlights: “I wanted to be the first woman anything.”The moment Alexia walked away from comfort to chase impactThe business lessons she learned not from books, but boots-on-the-ground experienceWhy women in trades aren’t just needed—they’re the futureHow to use courage as your compass, even when the blueprint doesn’t exist Links & Resources: Connect with Alexia: @alexiacooperFollow Angela on Instagram: @angelachanowsky Let’s Stay Connected: Loved this episode? Be sure to: Subscribe + leave a reviewShare it with someone who needs to hear this messageTag Angela and Alexia on social—we’d love to hear your takeaways!

    42 min
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Hosted by Angela Schroeder, Unleash Your Unique Genius is a powerful podcast designed to inspire entrepreneurs, business leaders, and growth-minded individuals to lean fully into their unique strengths and live with intention. Through raw and empowering conversations with leaders, creatives, and changemakers, Angela uncovers stories of resilience, vision, and courage — highlighting how each guest has harnessed their unique genius to create meaningful impact. The show equips listeners with actionable strategies for personal growth, leadership, and unlocking greater freedom and fulfillment in their lives and businesses. Whether you're building something new or seeking a deeper sense of alignment and purpose, this podcast is your space to be encouraged, challenged, and reminded that the most powerful thing you can be is unapologetically yourself.

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    Angela Chanowsky
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