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Titans of Transition
Author: Joe Miller
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Powerful interviews with notable leaders who share relevant stories, anecdotes and insights to inspire transition to a more significant career and life.Video channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TitansofTransition
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Send us a text Get ready to be inspired by Tim Schmoyer's incredible journey of navigating career transitions while staying true to one powerful mission—changing lives. In this episode, we dive into Tim's story, from his roots in youth ministry to building a YouTube empire through "Video Creators" and now scaling impact as Chief Creator Coach at vidIQ. With a career spanning multiple industries, Tim shares how his unwavering mission to reach people and make a difference has guided every step ...
Send us a text 🔥 From fighting wildfires to becoming a top corporate executive - this story will leave you SPEECHLESS! Discover how one man's incredible journey led him from dangerous firefighting missions to the C-suite, and the SHOCKING secret behind his success that nobody saw coming. In this MUST-WATCH episode, Mike Peterson reveals the mind-blowing strategy that helped him transform from a Geek Squad tech to leading massive corporate teams. You won't believe the heart-stopping moment th...
Send us a text In this episode of Titans of Transition, host Joe Miller sits down with David Brown, a former Navy SEAL, Federal Agent, and author of the memoir 'And Goliath.' They delve into David's fascinating career transitions and the concept of 'Pathological Persistence' that has driven him to overcome immense challenges and achieve remarkable success. The conversation spans David's rise from a small-statured underdog to a celebrated Navy SEAL, his investigative adventures with NCIS and t...
Send us a text Discover the secrets to navigating career transitions from Sharon Belden Castonguay, the Executive Director of the Career Center at Wesleyan University, as she shares invaluable insights from her multifaceted career journey. Uncover the power of leveraging your unique strengths to stand out in any field while understanding the dynamic process of identity evolution. Sharon's personal experiences shed light on the often conflicting societal expectations and personal aspirations t...
Send us a text Unlocking Worship Guitar Mastery: Insights From Leading Artists Join host Joe Miller in a must-watch episode of Titans of Transition as he dives into the world of worship guitar with some of his favorite worship guitar artists. This insightful discussion covers career transitions, discovering and using personal gifts, and achieving fulfillment in one's career and life. In this special episode focused on worship music Joe assembled a panel of some of his favorite seasoned...
Send us a text In this episode of Titans of Transition, host Joe engages Nicole Calhoun in a deep conversation about the intricacies of career development, self-discovery, and overcoming challenges in the professional landscape. Nicole shares her journey from being a software engineer to embracing roles in project management, IT, risk management, and eventually finding her passion in speaking, coaching and leadership development. She emphasizes the importance of trying new things, build...
Send us a text Knowing and leveraging your natural, innate strengths leads to greater success in work and life! Join Amy Bruske, the president of Kolbe Corp, and I as we discuss the importance of personal wiring for success. The interview provides insights into different personality assessment tools, with a focus on the Kolbe Index. Amy explains the distinct benefits of the Kolbe system and its unique approach to understanding cognitive strengths and the conative part of the mind. She also s...
Send us a text Revive Your Career: Building Trust and Strengthening Relationships at Work Feeling stuck or unappreciated at work? This video offers actionable advice on developing healthier relationships with your superiors to aid your career growth. Using an experience from Joe's own career, it explores the concept of the 'Emotional Bank Account', a model put forth by Stephen Covey. The speaker suggests shifting perspectives from trying to get bosses to listen to us, to trying to understand...
Send us a text Discover the three secrets to success from Gabe Peterson, a true powerhouse in both his career and personal life. From conquering ultra races in the Alps on minimal sleep to reaching the pinnacle of his professional journey, Gabe reveals his winning approach. Join us as we delve into the world of individualism, self-control, and unlocking your true potential. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation with Gabe Peterson on the Titans of Transition Podcast. Subscribe now for ...
Send us a text Gabe Peterson, an accomplished ultra runner and a high-level IT leader, shares his journey in both worlds in this episode of Titans of Transition. Gabe constantly seeks out new challenges, whether it's running a 200-mile race or launching a major business project. Gabe's approach centers around setting lofty long-term goals and then breaking them down into manageable, bite-sized objectives. He discusses how these strategic actions and mindset translated into his successful care...
Send us a text Ever dreamt of making a dramatic career shift? Our guest for today, Justin Chan, did exactly that! From a successful chemical engineer to a full-time worship guitarist and music teacher, Justin's journey is both inspiring and thought-provoking. Tune in as we delve into his unique career transition and how he fulfilled his childhood dream of becoming a rockstar. His experiences at the Methodist School of Music and his commitment to various church training programs in Singapore r...
Send us a text Ever wonder what it's like to use the universal language of music to connect with audiences and transform strangers into friends? Accomplished pianist and composer, Kelsey Lee Cate, takes us on a journey, sharing her experience of utilizing music as a bridge to reach beyond borders and create a sense of community. Kelsey lets us into her world of classical training, her adventures with improvisation, and the unique, often emotional, atmospheres she creates with her music, captu...
Send us a text Ever wondered how musicians navigate the modern music industry and create sustainable careers? Join me as we sit down with John Nathan Cordy, a UK-based working guitarist, who shares invaluable insights into his experiences with both traditional and contemporary approaches in the industry. From getting signed and playing in function bands to touring and creating online content, John opens up about the various income streams that come with his line of work, such as YouTube ad re...
Send us a text What does it mean to be truly fulfilled, and how can we overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of our happiness? Join me in a thought-provoking conversation with Caru Jones, as we explore the stories we create in our heads that prevent us from feeling fulfilled in the moment and how today's fast-paced world and technology can hinder our pursuit of happiness. Together, Caru and I reveal the relationship between fear, failure, and fulfillment, discussing how it's possible ...
Send us a text Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads, seeking God's will with more questions than answers? On Titans of Transition, I sit down with my former pastor, Roger Thompson, and we share our personal journeys in faith and leadership, addressing those very doubts and challenges. Roger takes us back to his early days in Golden, Colorado, his decision to attend Westmont College, and his pursuit of seminary school, guided by his father's teachings and the inspiring stories of missi...
Send us a text I'm very pleased to have Jay Johnson on Titans of Transition to speak to his career journey and his successful transition from military service to owning and operating J2 Servant Leadership, LLC. He is a motivational speaker, trainer, facilitator, consultant, and coach, who is passionate about helping businesses and individuals achieve extraordinary results in their professional and personal lives. Many things can hold us back from a career transition including fear and insec...
Send us a text Enjoy this highlight from my interview with Dr. Pat Scannon of Project Recover following the release of the documentary, To What Remains. Enjoy the full episode, number 56. thanks! Joe Support the show
Send us a text Imagine navigating a career pivot during a global pandemic, leaving the pastoral ministry you pursued for 15 years, and finding a new calling in the world of philanthropy. That's exactly what our guest, Dan Navarra, experienced, and he's here to share his inspiring story and the valuable lessons he learned along the way. With a focus on family, well-being, and embracing unexpected opportunities, Dan's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability. When COV...
Send us a text Antoinette Griffin Executive Leadership & Business Coach, Trainer, Speaker at Griff Development shares her journey from employee to entrepreneur. She launched her career with the goal of being a manager / leader of a call center. To show how customer service should be done. At the time she didn't see herself as a business owner and entrepreneur but after a successful career leading call center teams she was ready for a change. As an introvert she doesn't have the "wiring" t...
Send us a text Dr. Pat Scannon returns to the show to discuss Project Recover's recently released documentary film To What Remains. It's a is a powerful testament to how one person’s commitment to ‘do the right thing’ motivates an ever-growing number of people who are motivated to do the same. “To What Remains" is a stirring, feature-length documentary that follows Project Recover’s search for the more than 80,000 Americans missing in action since World War II. Enjoy this behind the scenes...
Send us a text This highlight from my conversation with Suzanne Woods Fisher is focused on her writing process which is inspired by the 20 Mile March competition to reach the south pole. Great insights and encouragement for writers as well as others actively pursuing their dreams! Onward! - Joe Miller Support the show
Send us a text Is your dream to become a published author? Have been hard at it facing rejection or are you just beginning the process? In this episode with Suzanne Woods Fisher we get to learn from someone who has gone through all those struggles and transitions and learn from someone who has over 35 books published. While her primary focus is Christian fiction and historical fiction she also has published non-fiction works as well. Her I am confident that her ...
Send us a text I had the pleasure of being interviewed by my longtime friend Donald Frederico on his Higher Callings podcast. Don skillfully guided our conversation, as he always does! I was well into my second career when I found my first coach. He helped me gain clarity and helped me through a difficult period professionally. Are you looking for more in your career or life? Do you feel stuck? Perhaps you have considered using a coach but aren’t sure how it all works. Listen in on our c...
Send us a text Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the choices that are in front of you? As we consider a pivot or transition in our careers, there is so much pressure to make the right choice we an often become completely overwhelmed. If you are seeking a clear path, this is the episode for you! Joe welcomes Laura (Pinnow) Sheehan, Esq. - PCC, RBLP-T , Award-Winning Career Coach & Strategist back to Titans of Transition to catch us up on her latest transition from Tokoyo back to Washingt...
Send us a text In this episode Joe is joined by Dave Gambrill, Digital Marketing Mentor and host of the Unleash Your Awesome Podcast. Dave shares powerful transitions he has made from and powerful advise for others seeking to be successful. See the attached transcript. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unleash-the-awesome/id1497581283 Dave's Podcast - Unleash Your Awesome! Daves's Digital Marketing Mentorship group on Facebook Dave's LinkedIn Profile Support the show
Send us a text Ukrainian born Victoria Rader, rises to 1% of realtors and then to successful entrepreneur all to provide the best learning experiences for her children. In this highlight Victoria tells us how she did what ever it took to fund powerful learning experiences for her children as she home-schooled them. Taking overseas trips with them caused her to face the financial reality that if she wanted to continue providing this level of experiential learning for her childen, she would n...
Send us a text Possibility Coach, Transformational Speaker and Best Selling Author Victoria Rader joins Joe Miller on Titans of Transition. About Victoria 00:00 Start 00:36 Welcome Victoria 00:01 Intro and Highlight 01:30 About Victoria and Y2SHINE 02:53 Success Formula 03:26 Victoria's Transition Journey - "How did I get here?" From home schooling, to real estate to PhD to business owner 09:05 Transformation, Transition - being stuck. "Back to the point of fear". Committed to scared s...
Send us a text Joe is joined by Sarah Baker Andrus a Job Search Strategist who brings her experience as a recruiter, hiring manager, advising her clients as well as her own personal experience as a candidate. Sarah encourages her clients to make bold career moves and to step out of their comfort zones. She gets very tactical and provides advice that just might make all the difference as you look to transition and land that new job you want! To watch the abbreviated Youtube video versi...
Send us a text In this highlight Michael discusses the first single he is releasing from his new album, "The Parting Glass." Be sure to check out the full episode! - Joe Grab your copy of The Parting Glass on your favorite music platform - Click Here Prefer to watch the video of this episode? Click HERE About Michael Raised in Evergreen, Colorado, Michael Gettel began pursuing his musical interests on piano and trumpet at an early age. He graduated with honors through the School of Music ...
Send us a text Thank you for checking out my Titans of Transition Podcast! Here's a short trailer that describes what the motivation and backstory is behind this podcast. I publish the video version of all my episodes on The Titans of Transition Youtube Channel as well. Click HERE for my full interview episode on Kimberly Hambrick's The Cannoli Coach Podcast. Thanks for your support! Support the show
Send us a text Michael Gettel returned to the studio after over 20 years. In this interview excerpt he shares how important it is to be a life long learner and not have a fixed mindset. Hear how he stretched himself in this project but doing something he has never done before. About Michael Raised in Evergreen, Colorado, Michael Gettel began pursuing his musical interests on piano and trumpet at an early age. He graduated with honors through the School of Music from The University of ...
Send us a text This episode was great for me! I've been playing guitar since the 5th grade. It's been more of a hobby and something I have dreamt about doing professionally but it wasn't on my path. I track lots of guitarists and about 8 years ago I came across Steffen. I was blown away by his style, technical ability and composition. There was something very unique and fresh to his music. Shortly after staring Titans of Transition I made a list of people I would love to interview. Steffen wa...
Send us a text Michael returns to the show to update Joe on his latest transition back to the studio to record his first album in more than 20 years. In this new work, “A View From Here”, he continues to combine his compositional and piano artistry to inform powerful scenes he has observed in nature. These Tableaus , as he calls them, can be viewed from the physical or spiritual perspectives. The later provides powerful life lessons and helps us to navigate our journey and transitions. One ex...
Send us a text Joe is joined by Payne Schoen, CPA and founder of Payne Schoen Consulting. Payne helps high achievers and senior leaders create environments conducive to their individual and teams success. He works with his clients in a 1-on-1 coaching relationship to raise their level of awareness by thinking deeper into their challenges, limiting beliefs, and opportunities. During the course of this interview it is clear why Payne is focused in this area. Payne shares several stories which...
Send us a text Dean Tracy, Executive Career Coach and Recruiter. Good things happen when you plug in and get involved helping others. Enjoy this highlight from my interview with Dean! http://www.deantracy.com/ https://www.tracyacres.org/about Prefer Video? https://titanspod.com/tracy-vh1 Support the show
Send us a text Dean Tracy, Executive Career Coach and Recruiter joins Joe to discuss his transitions and and two of his key passions. First, helping others find their life's work, and a great job. And second, with his wife Denise running Tracy Acres Equine Sanctuary where they rescue, care for and provide their forever home. Dean and I first met at Community Presbyterian Church (CPC) in Danville, California where we both served as part of the Sunday Morning Worship Team Band. Dean redefin...
Send us a text Joe is joined by Greg and Julie Gorman, founders of Married for a Purpose. Along with Joe, Greg and Julie are John Maxwell Certified Coaches, Trainers, and Speakers. In this episode they share two periods of life transition they navigated together that provide powerful lessons for anyone anticipating or in the midst of a change. They both left highly successful careers that ultimately didn't connect to "their why". Leading up to leaving this world they found themselves drifting...
Send us a text In this highlight from Joe's conversation with Greg and Julie Gorman they discuss how getting clarity of your future vision is so important to navigating life's transitions. During one of their transitions Julie, who knew her "why" clearly asks Greg a question that helped him gain clarity and identify his "why". It's a great question to ask yourself if you are moving into a time of change or transition. Visit Greg and Julie's website: https://marriedforapurpose.com/ Video ve...
Send us a text Bob Tipton, my first episode guest, is back to share more leadership insights. Enjoy this Quick Take clip then the full interview for more "nuggets". Video version: https://titanspod.com/Btipton2-vh1 Bob's website https://www.teamtipton.com/ Support the show
Send us a text Bob Tipton, my first episode guest, is back to share more leadership insights. We had another broad ranging conversation which you won't want to miss. Bob also touches on some of the topics from his recent leadership video series including the importance of energy management. Video version: https://titanspod.com/Btipton2-vf1 Bob's New leadership video series: https://www.teamtipton.com/videos/ Support the show
Send us a text Highlight from interview with Omozua Isiramen, Executive Life Coach, High-Performance Brain Trainer and Neuro Agility Expert. "Yeah, because people like to change and fix. And in my work, I like to say you are absolutely okay. The way you are, because the way you are is the way you have wound up. Due to where you've grown up, how you've been educated, your experience. There is nothing wrong with that. We cannot go ahead into the future thinking I'm not enough. I'm not good en...
Send us a text Joe is joined by Omozua Isiramen who specializes the brain's powerful and central role in all behavior. Omoszua uses a neuroscience-based coaching approach, positive psychology, emotional mastery, neuro agility, impact personal growth strategies, systems mapping & thinking, and brain-driven leadership to help clients confidently face the fast-paced world in which we live and operate in and to live a lives that feels good from within. Omozua has dedicated her li...
Send us a text Highligh from Remote Work Interview with Bradley Eshbach: "And so, I mean, I've got this whole point of view of like, there's a reason that offices, you look at a startup office, the generic, like millennial office with a ping pong table and all the food you could ever want. And they've got a barber shop and a blowout bar and, and, you know, you'd never need to leave. Those were those became adult playgrounds, that wasn't really a need. It didn't make the work better. It was ...
Send us a text Joe is joined by Bradley Eshbach, Strategic Consultant & Agency Leader to discuss the forced transition to remote work that many have gone through over the last year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Bradley and his wife Lora transitioned to remote as well by moving back to his hometown Johnson City, Tennessee from Chicago. His work was not impacted in the least. Prefer Video? https://titanspod.com/beshbach-vf1 Support the show
Send us a text In this highlight from my interview with Kimberly Hambrick she shares the impactful advice she received from two of her John Maxwell Team Mentors, Paul Martinelli and Mark Cole that helped her navigate a difficult transition. Prefer Video? https://titanspod.com/khambrick-vh1 Kimberly's Website https://www.kimberlyhambrick.com/ Cannoli Coach Podcast https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-cannoli-coach Kimberly's interview of Joe on The Cannoli Coach https://www.spreaker.com/user/...
Send us a text Joe is joined by Kimberley Hambrick who provides a range of services for business and personal performance management; and leadership development and growth provided via individual or group coaching, speaking, and/or training. She DESIGNS empowered leaders to achieve the significance they desire. Fully equipped to work more intentionally to increase influence for positive impacts, your ability to achieve goals and overcome limitations, Kimberly helps her clients reach their fu...
Send us a text Highlight quote: "Some of our greatest satisfactions lie not in counting the number of doors we have walked through but in understanding how we handle the keys." Prefer Video? https://titanspod.com/mgettel-vh2 In this episode of Titans of a Transition, Joe interviews acoustic recording artist and composer Michael Gettel who shares his journey and notable career transitions. Raised in Evergreen, Colorado, Michael Gettel began pursuing his musical interests on piano and...
Send us a text Highlight from interview with Michael Gettel - Narada/UMG, Recording Artist, Composer and Pianist. "When a door closes, knock on it a few times. But if it still doesn’t open, let it stay closed. In career, in love, in LIFE – when you see the period at the end of the sentence, don’t try and turn it into a comma. Know when something is over and move on. " - Mandy Hale For more on Prefer Video? https://youtu.be/DS0LRFncXpE Michael or to contact him visit his website at http:/...
Send us a text In this episode of Titans of a Transition, Joe interviews acoustic recording artist and composer Michael Gettel who shares his journey and notable career transitions. Raised in Evergreen, Colorado, Michael Gettel began pursuing his musical interests on piano and trumpet at an early age. He graduated with honors through the School of Music from The University of Northern Colorado, and later became a Klingenstein Fellow at Columbia University in New York City. Michael b...
Send us a text In this highlight from Joe's interview with Gary Wood, Executive Coach, Gary recounts a transition where an opportunity presented itself and how he responded. "The second big transition for us, Joe, was that knock on the door when , the founder of this organization comes in. Hadn't even been on our radar screen, not at all and says we believe you are the person to take over the organization and to run this. Hadn't even dreamt of it at all , but knew that night. Yes, we will d...
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