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If you have a hunger and thirst to get the most out of life, you will love this interview with Phillip Crone.  From the very beginning you will be inspired by his willingness to be both vulnerable and transparent about his past.  After having found himself with $90,000 of personal debt from playing the stock market, he went on to become wildly successful at just 37 years old.  But even so, it did not happen over night nor was there some “secret.”  Step by step, one good habit built upon another, paying it forward one relationship at time, he has hit his stride in life and clearly operates out of sheer joy for life.

Unlike most motivational speakers, Phillip does not charge to speak and even gives away his book, plus a FREE pair of Thorlo socks.  That’s more than a good value.  That’s a life of passion at work to make a difference in other people’s lives.

This is a powerful interview that could be used to help fire up your team for the week, the month, and maybe even change their lives.  Listen in and see if you do not agree.

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Laurie Beth Jones, International Author, Speaker, and Organizational Consultant, may be most famous for her best seller, Jesus CEO, which to date has sold over one million copies.  But, my bet is that her greatest impact will be seen as her unique ability to create alignment between the strengths of organizational teams and the mission they serve.  In this interview with Laurie Beth on Inspiration At Work, she openly shares many transformational principles that any and every organization can and should deploy to achieve maximum results.

Just to mention two such principles you will hear in this interview: “Throw your nets on the other side of boat,” what to do when your best efforts produce little to no results.  “Four Elements of Personality,” the secret to building a highly productive team that could transform an organization’s culture, even in a global environment.

If you are a team leader, you owe it to yourself and your team to listen in on Laurie Beth’s insights.  To learn more about how she and the Jones Group can serve you and your organization, click here.

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Jim Link, Managing Director for Human Resources at Randstad

This week on Inspiration at Work, Jim Link, Managing Director for Human Resources at Randstad, a global staffing corporation with literally thousands of offices around the world, shares with us his insights into what makes for an inspiring culture.  There is a robust discussion on what it takes for HR Leaders to get a seat at the table with the rest of C-level executives and how to get measurable results.  Jim issues a challenge for anyone aspiring to get ahead in their organization, “take the initiative to become informed about relevant metrics and it will position you as an engaged and valued leader.”

This is an interview that is full of great content and perfect for anyone interested in raising the inspiration factor of their work-place culture.  Whether you are a leader or an aspiring leader in your company,  you will benefit from a listen in to Jim Link.  Your life will be richer for it.

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This is a bold interview.  Tom Darrow is the quintessential entrepreneur whose faith and passion has made it possible for him to live his dream.  As the founder and owner of Talent Connections and Career Spa, he and his team of affiliates have served and impacted the lives of over 500 individuals who have in some way or another, transitioned from one career to another.

Tom Darrow’s interview on Inspiration at Work provides begins with highlights of the 2011 HR Prayer Breakfast which took place at the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta, featuring Ken Blanchard and Bob Lewis.  He also cast a big vision for the 2012 HR Prayer Breakfast which is to coincide with SHRM’s 2012 Annual Conference in Atlanta.

He quotes the latest research on employee satisfaction stating 84% of employees would like to find other places of employment and outlines some 1,2,3’s of how a “mis-employed” individual might begin the process of hopeful transition.

This is a stimulating interview for HR leaders as well as anyone who may be thinking about a career change. Fantastic interview! Listen in and see if you don’t agree.

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Scott Newman, CEO, U.S. Markerboard

U.S. Markerboard is one of the world’s most successful virtual office products companies but Scott Newman, President and CEO, has more in mind for success than just the bottom line.  In his appearance on Inspiration at Work, Scott talks about his company’s commitment to giving back to the community and how this giving spirit is simply a part of the U.S. Markerboard culture.  In order to provide the greatest amount of impact, they have adopted few charities but go deep in their involvement in particular with Cradles to Crayon, an innovative Quincy, Massachusetts based organization that equips homeless and in-need children with the basic essentials they need to feel safe, warm, ready to learn and to thrive.

From this interview, business leaders will get a glimpse of how any and every business can be involved in making the world a better place through employee volunteer programs.  But most important of all, notice how Scott Newman is personally involved in serving and how because of his example, employees willingly and joyfully participate.

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Tamara O’Neill, President SHRM of Atlanta

Tamara O’Neill leverages her emotional intelligence as a savvy political campaign manager by helping people tap into their strengths and passions to win the hearts of their next employer.  This is an interview that will bring encouragement to anyone in career transition.  You will hear how Tamara’s insight and approach will help both uncover the strengths and opportunities for anyone.

She also provides a call out to SHRM-Atlanta and how those relationships have served as an inspiring community for helping to make the world a better place.

To learn more about Tamara’s work and how to contact her, click here.