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6. The Carl Dean Tucker Episode: a journey of growth, legacy and your roots
42:44||Season 6, Ep. 6In this episode of 'Stories of Success', Craig A. Taylor engages with Carl Dean Tucker (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carldeantucker/), exploring the multifaceted nature of success. They discuss Carl's background, including the Windrush legacy, his career journey from a tech startup to becoming a fractional CTO, and the evolving definitions of success beyond financial metrics.The conversation delves into the importance of creating a legacy, the intersection of health and technology, and the qualities of effective leadership. They also touch on the role of social media in shaping perceptions of success and the significance of consistency and delayed gratification in achieving long-term goals...
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5. The Drew Norton Episode: everyday leadership
46:12||Season 6, Ep. 5In this episode of the Stories of Success podcast, Craig A. Taylor interviews Drew Norton, the founder of The Everyday Sales Leader. They discuss the concept of everyday leadership, the importance of influence, and the traits that make an effective leader. Drew shares his personal journey from a small town in Arizona to becoming a leader in sales and podcasting. The conversation delves into the significance of servant leadership, building confidence, and the need for self-awareness in leadership roles. They also touch on the challenges of admitting mistakes and the importance of teaching leadership skills in schools...
4. The Daniel Snell Episode: opportunity and potential
48:04||Season 6, Ep. 4Daniel Snell, co-founder and management consultant at Arrival, works with senior leaders of large PLCs, including Tesco, Investec, Sky, GSK and Morgan Stanley, and helps other founders to refocus on what they usually got into business for, and going back to the basics of productivity, performance and growth. In this podcast we talk about opportunity, potential and why happiness and productivity are not mutually exclusive...
3. The Philippa Armsby-Ward Episode: from films and photography to Madonna in New York
42:53||Season 6, Ep. 3From making sandwiches in Sussex, to a one-way ticket to work with Madonna in 1990s New York, hear how this week's guest, Philippa Armsby-Ward shook off an inauspicious education to get into the world of film-making and photography.Philippa takes us through her career; creating TV ads, documentaries, digital campaigns, and educational content for diverse audiences and industries across multiple platforms.We cover her 'mis-steps' and how to own, and learn from your mistakes, as you carve out a rewarding and ultimately successful career path, on multiple continents.Want to join us and tell your story? Find me on LinkedIn...
2. The Bridget Long Episode: notes from a serial entrepreneur
54:31||Season 6, Ep. 2Every now and then you meet someone and you're blown away by their energy... introducing serial entrepreneur Bridget Long.From Paris to India, with a gripping story of personal and business challenges and success, Bridget takes us through her story and ambitions for future growth.Going forward, Stories of Success will continue to look at personal development, but also explore the back stories of respected visionaries, entrepreneurs and leading lights in the business, music, arts and entertainment industries.Want to join us and tell your story? Find me on LinkedIn...
1. And... we are back; the relaunch episode with a new host
36:36||Season 6, Ep. 1After a slight hiatus, Stories of Success is back, with a new host, Craig A. Taylor.In this special (handover) episode we set the scene for Stories of Success going forward, with founder, Volker Ballueder, and new host, Craig. We discuss what we want to achieve, what success looks like for us personally, and we set sail for new land.Going forward, Stories of Success will continue to look at personal development, but also explore the back stories of respected visionaries, entrepreneurs and leading lights in the business, music, arts and entertainment industries.Want to join us and tell your story? Find me on LinkedIn...18. Farewell, not goodbye. End to Season 5
08:39||Season 5, Ep. 18This is the end of season 5 episode. You might think it's earlier than anticipated, but there is a reason. There is always a reason. I say thank you. Please stay in touch and add me on Linkedin or subscribe to my newsletter. Volker is a sales, strategy and leadership consultant working as an interim CRO. Find out more on his website or subscribe to his newsletter.