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The used car industry isn’t just about inventory anymore; it’s about trust, timing, and the experience buyers remember. As digital expectations rise, independent dealerships are feeling the pressure to move faster and show up where customers are searching. According to BrightEdge, Google search impressions jumped 49% year-over-year following the rollout of AI Overviews, reflecting…
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Child Safety Isn’t a Feature—It’s the Product: Harbor’s No-Compromise Approach
As technology becomes more embedded in daily life—especially in family and home care products—trust, reliability and child safety have become essential differentiators. Deloitte reports that consumers spend up to 25% more on brands they trust, and one in five spend 50% more when brand confidence runs deep. That trust becomes critical in sectors like…
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Asking Questions Works: Career Resilience, Mentorship, and Real Growth in Real Estate and Beyond
In this inspiring episode of PQ: Conversations That Build Equity, host Jason Winningham sits down with Rosanna Hudson—affectionately known as “RoRo”—to explore how career resilience fuels the development of professional equity through trust, adaptability, and the courage to ask better questions. Rosanna is a seasoned real estate broker licensed in both Texas and California,…
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Reclaiming Your Voice Is a Leadership Move That Grows Professional Equity
In the very first episode of PQ: Conversations That Build Equity, host Jason Winningham , the CEO and Founder of Professional Quotient, shares his inspiring journey, applauding the transformative power of ‘Professional Quotient’ or PQ. This podcast series aims to explore the concept of PQ, defined as a sum of one’s professional equity, encompassing…
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Owning Your Destiny — Victoria Neave on Betting on Yourself, Breaking Barriers, and Leading with Purpose
Welcome to an electrifying episode of the Undisputed Podcast, where host Ty Bledsoe sits down with Victoria Neave, trailblazing former Texas State Representative (District 107) and Partner at Neave Law. After eight years of legislative leadership, Neave shares her journey from immigrant daughter to powerhouse attorney and politician, revealing the mindset shifts that transformed…
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The ROI of Empathy: How Compassion Drives Growth in Dementia Care
As dementia diagnoses rise at an alarming rate, affecting 57 million people worldwide, healthcare providers face the challenge of offering compassionate, cost-effective support at scale. A new program from CMMI, GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience), aims to tackle this head-on, allowing organizations to bring next-generation dementia care models to traditional Medicare populations. With…
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Hiring Made Human: Revamping Legacy Systems
In a business climate where agility is currency and legacy systems can quickly become liabilities, organizations across industries are being forced to confront their technological shortcomings. A 2023 McKinsey study revealed that 70% of digital transformations fail, often due to resistance to change or poor implementation planning. This episode of The AppleOne Podcast is timely…
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The ROI of Empathy: How Compassion Drives Growth in Dementia Care
As dementia diagnoses rise at an alarming rate, affecting 57 million people worldwide, healthcare providers face the challenge of offering compassionate, cost-effective support at scale. A new program from CMMI, GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience), aims to tackle this head-on, allowing organizations to bring next-generation dementia care models to traditional Medicare populations. With…
From Search (SEO) to Answers with Generative AI
In this episode of The Marketing AI SparkCast, Aby Varma—founder of Spark Novus, which partners with marketing leaders to adopt AI responsibly and strategically—hosts Mike Ensing, Founder and CEO of Revere AI. They explore how LLMs are revolutionizing search, shifting the customer journey, and forcing a new marketing playbook where brand discovery is increasingly…
The DisruptED World of Financial Services with Industry Titan Jerry Wagner
Because this is an era now defined by economic whiplash, algorithmic finance, and global uncertainty, the investment world is increasingly more volatile than before. As inflationary pressures, geopolitical tensions, and trade policies create even further chaos into markets, the stakes for both advisors and investors have heightened. According to data on the Cboe Volatility…
Hiring Made Human: Hiring & Retaining AI-Enabled Talent
In this episode of The AppleOne Podcast — Hiring Made Human series — host Brett Howroyd is joined by co-host Nicole McMurray for a powerful conversation on one of today’s most urgent topics: hiring and retaining AI-enabled talent. Their guest, Alex Swartzall, Managing Director of Insights at Jobs for the Future, brings both big-picture…
The Secret to Life-Changing Drive With Professional Cyclist and Author Leah Goldstein
Some people have a moment where they answer the call to do something incredibly challenging, and some people make a life out of it. Leah Goldstein is in the second camp. Here is her track record: World champion kickboxer, first-ever female Israeli Defense Force undercover police officer, 1998 duathlon Olympic qualifier, professional cyclist, published author…
The DisruptED World of Serial Entrepreneurs with Joe Gagnon
The world of work is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by AI, Web3, quantum computing, and global interconnectedness. The rapid acceleration of technology and shifting workplace dynamics present both immense opportunities and challenges for professionals across industries. In an age where adaptability and resilience are key to success, how can individuals navigate this…
Scaling Smarter: Leadership Lessons from Moxie360 Marketing’s Founder
Trisha Hendrickson is the founder and CEO of Moxie360 Marketing, a full-service marketing agency that has grown from a solo venture to a 14-person team. With 35 years of experience, Trisha specializes in digital marketing, brand strategy, and AI-driven innovation to help businesses grow and adapt in a changing landscape. In this episode of…
Empathy & Innovation in Leadership with Nadine Hauf | Ep. 26 | Growthwell with Josh Byrd
Healthcare leaders today face an evolving challenge: navigating an increasingly complex system while ensuring patients and employees receive the support they need. With rising costs, regulatory shifts, and an urgent demand for personalized care, leaders must adopt both innovative strategies and human-centered approaches. Research has found that empathetic leaders are more likely to have employees…
Through the Storm with USMC Captain, Professional Boxer, and TrailBlazer, Stephanie Simon
Captain Stephanie Simon (USMC) is currently a professional boxer (2-0), a boxing instructor, and a Marine Corps reservist. She is the 2024 Olympic Trials Boxing Champion, 4x Elite National Boxing Champion, 3x National Collegiate Boxing Champion, and United States Marine Corps Boxing Hall of Famer. Stephanie Simon is originally from Atlanta, GA, grew up…
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Child Safety Isn’t a Feature—It’s the Product: Harbor’s No-Compromise Approach
As technology becomes more embedded in daily life—especially in family and home care products—trust, reliability and child safety have become essential differentiators. Deloitte reports that consumers spend up to 25% more on brands they trust, and one in five spend 50% more when brand confidence runs deep. That trust becomes critical in sectors like…
Asking Questions Works: Career Resilience, Mentorship, and Real Growth in Real Estate and Beyond
In this inspiring episode of PQ: Conversations That Build Equity, host Jason Winningham sits down with Rosanna Hudson—affectionately known as “RoRo”—to explore how career resilience fuels the development of professional equity through trust, adaptability, and the courage to ask better questions. Rosanna is a seasoned real estate broker licensed in both Texas and California,…
Reclaiming Your Voice Is a Leadership Move That Grows Professional Equity
In the very first episode of PQ: Conversations That Build Equity, host Jason Winningham , the CEO and Founder of Professional Quotient, shares his inspiring journey, applauding the transformative power of ‘Professional Quotient’ or PQ. This podcast series aims to explore the concept of PQ, defined as a sum of one’s professional equity, encompassing…
Automotive Advertising That Performs: Bedford Uses Speed, Creativity, and Data to Help Dealers Thrive Under Pressure
New vehicle prices have increased by over 27% since 2019, according to Edmunds. As affordability declines and tariffs intensify pressure on supply chains, dealerships are rethinking how they protect margins and build customer loyalty. Automotive advertising now demands fast, measurable results—without compromising long-term brand value. As The Drum recently noted, creativity is non-negotiable, especially…
The People Business: Growing Together… How Do Farmer Cooperatives Work?
In a time of shifting workplace dynamics and increasing interest in purpose-driven business models, cooperatives are quietly reasserting their value. With nearly 30,000 cooperatives operating across the U.S. and serving over 130 million members, their success proves that community-led, member-first enterprises are not relics of the past—they’re blueprints for sustainable growth. And amid the uncertainty…
Productivity, Happiness and the Future of Remote Work with Steven Puri
Remote work is no longer an experiment, it is a daily reality for millions. Yet, as teams seek focus and fulfillment outside the traditional office, the challenges of productivity and isolation have intensified. Studies show that nearly 70 percent of remote workers struggle with burnout and distractions. Amid this tension, platforms that blend emotional well-being…
Building Trust and Simplifying Stories Strengthens Public Relations Strategies
The ever-changing public relations and marketing landscape requires authentic storytelling and strong relationships. As industries evolve with emerging technologies, companies must connect with their audiences by fostering trust and understanding their core values. Research highlights a clear divide in brand trust, with only 29% of low-income earners trusting their brands compared to 38% of…
The People Business: Keep on Truckin’ & Earning A Good Income
In this Career Paths episode of The AppleOne Podcast, host Brett Howroyd explores the essential—and often underestimated—world of trucking with two guests who know it well: Chip Stewart, VP of Service Operations at Select Transportation Resources in Houston, and Jill Apperson, Area Manager at AppleOne in North Carolina. Together, they break down why trucking…
The Lost Art of Heroism with Dr. Scott Allison
For many people, the word “hero” stirs up some resistance. The notion is that heroes exist “out there” in some far away place but not upclose in our lives, and certainly avoiding the possibility that each of us have the opportunity to be a hero, or be heroic in our own way. This conversation with…
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Dedicated value investing – the Barrow Hanley story
Cory Martin, Chief Executive Officer of Barrow Hanley, discusses how the firm came into being, its expansion over the years, its disciplined approach to value investing, common misconceptions about value stocks and the outlook for the future.
The DisruptED World of Financial Services with Industry Titan Jerry Wagner
Because this is an era now defined by economic whiplash, algorithmic finance, and global uncertainty, the investment world is increasingly more volatile than before. As inflationary pressures, geopolitical tensions, and trade policies create even further chaos into markets, the stakes for both advisors and investors have heightened. According to data on the Cboe Volatility…
How Verizon Business Utilizes UGC for Sales Enablement
In this episode of UGC for B2B, host David Dabney welcomes Cesar Teran, Verizon’s Sales Enablement Lead for Channel, to explore how user-generated content (UGC) is transforming training and team engagement at Verizon Business. Cesar shares the journey of introducing UGC into Verizon’s training initiatives, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, collaboration, and celebrating contributions….
Empowering Customers with Cleco Solutions
In the world of industrial manufacturing, the real breakthrough often comes not from the tool itself, but from the moment a frustrated process finds its fix. For customers struggling with inefficiencies, injuries, or inadequate support, the right solution can feel like a long shot—until someone shows up with the right insight and product lineup….
Engineering Solutions That Prioritize Safety and Precision
In high-stakes manufacturing, even a small misstep can cause serious injury and halt production entirely. When a spring-winding process in a commercial HVAC assembly line led to an operator injury, the stakes were painfully clear. That’s when customized engineering and collaborative problem-solving stepped in, turning a difficult moment into a transformational opportunity. With expertise from…
Closing the Gaps in Industrial Wireless Communication
In today’s fast-paced industrial environments, wireless connectivity is more than a convenience—it’s a mission-critical necessity. Yet, as many North American manufacturers have discovered, what works in theory doesn’t always translate to the factory floor. Interference, obstructions, and unpredictable dead zones can derail even the most advanced wireless tools. That’s why Cleco’s dedicated Wireless Connectivity…
Why ‘Tame the Line’ Is More Than a Slogan at Apex Tool Group
In modern manufacturing, the assembly line is both the heart of production and a constant source of evolving challenges. At Apex Tool Group, the phrase Tame the Line isn’t just a tagline—it’s a philosophy rooted in empathy for the relentless pace and complexity of the line itself. Unlike traditional approaches that attempt to dominate or…
Fueling Progress: Cam Kenny’s Passion for Helping Customers Improve Every Day
In the ever-evolving world of industrial manufacturing, innovation isn’t just born in labs—it’s shaped on the factory floor through direct collaboration with the people using the tools every day. At Apex Tool Group, that collaboration is a driving force, especially for leaders like Cam Kenny, who thrives on face-to-face problem-solving and continuous improvement. Serving customers…
Streamlining Production and Quality at Apex Tool Group’s Lexington Facility
At Apex Tool Group’s Lexington facility, manufacturing excellence meets global collaboration. This site proudly produces the Cell Clutch and Cell Core tools, essential for mid-range tightening applications in both the U.S. and European markets. A mirrored production strategy with their Chinese counterpart ensures localized manufacturing, reducing costs and bypassing global logistics hurdles. On the floor,…