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Join global keynote speaker, author, and business leadership advisor Pamela S. (“Pam”) Harper, Founding Partner and CEO of Business Advancement Inc., and her business partner/husband D. Scott (“Scott”) Harper, a global innovation advisor, for thought-provoking conversations with visionary leaders who are changing the face of business.
Established in 2015, Growth Igniters® Radio is ranked in the top 5% of global podcasts by the podcast database Listen Notes. It has also been named a top business podcast in 2022, 2023, and 2024 by the PopCon Podcast Awards and Thinkers 360 Thought Leaders. Each week, a new show focuses on sparking fresh insights, inspiration, and immediately useful ideas to take you and your organization to new heights of innovation, transformation, and game-changing growth in this rapidly changing world.
Established in 2015, Growth Igniters® Radio is ranked in the top 5% of global podcasts by the podcast database Listen Notes. It has also been named a top business podcast in 2022, 2023, and 2024 by the PopCon Podcast Awards and Thinkers 360 Thought Leaders. Each week, a new show focuses on sparking fresh insights, inspiration, and immediately useful ideas to take you and your organization to new heights of innovation, transformation, and game-changing growth in this rapidly changing world.
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We speak with executive coach Marc Wolfe, author of the 2025 book Yeah, But: Cut Through the Noise to Live, Learn, and Lead Better. We discuss how “Yeah, But” thinking can impact anyone (including top leaders); the surprising ways this thinking can show up; and what you can do to overcome it. As we’re all […]
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In this fan-favorite “Pam & Scott Quick Take” episode, we describe how approaching daily experiences in new ways can transform them into “Everyday Adventures” that can ignite game-changing growth for you and your company. As a visionary top leader, you’re already thinking big and seeking out new adventures to help you challenge your boundaries of […]
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We speak with master negotiator Mori Taheripour, author of “Bring Yourself: How to Harness the Power of Connection to Negotiate Fearlessly.” We discuss how bringing your authentic self to negotiations can create even more value for you and others. From our previous conversations with guests about high-stakes negotiations, we see a common theme. That is, […]
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This is part 2 of our conversation with guest Kate O’Neill, CEO of KO Insights and author of the award-winning book “What Matters Next.” We dig deeper into the challenges and opportunities for making Human-Friendly Tech Decisions under pressure, and conclude with three immediately useful ideas for ethical decision-making. Kate O’Neill, widely known as the […]
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We speak with Kate O’Neill, CEO of KO Insights and author of the award-winning book “What Matters Next,” about being a “Tech Humanist,” and the challenges of making human-friendly tech decisions in the face of complexity and uncertainty. We also discuss why the opportunity for human betterment should be at the center of tech-driven business […]
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In this quick take, we discuss how to take special experiences in business, such as conferences or executive retreats, beyond pleasant memories to create lasting impact that can shape the future of your company. We also offer three immediately useful ideas for keeping the impact of special experiences alive long after the moment has passed. […]
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We speak with René Sonneveld, executive coach and author of the book “The Elephant in the Family Room,” about why bringing silences in family businesses into the open can be pivotal to both short- & long-term success. We discuss René’s real-world stories of helping family enterprises trapped in silence, and useful ideas for banishing elephants. […]
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In this Quick Take, we discuss how to maximize the potential of AI while minimizing the challenges of “AI transformation.” We present principles for leading to build the engagement, commitment, and collaboration it takes to make the most appropriate AI decisions, and practical ideas for leading to balance the evolving opportunities and challenges of AI. […]
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We speak with Nicole Mahoney, CEO of Travel Alliance Partnership and author of the book “Stronger Together,” about the keys to successfully leading transformational collaborations, even with apparent competitors. We discuss Nicole’s perspectives on how three different collaborative styles can impact successful outcomes, and ideas for leading from transactional coopetition to world-changing collaboration. With constant […]
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How do you react when the ground shifts under your feet? In early August, we had two minor earthquakes here in Northern New Jersey. We experienced them as noisy bumps that felt like a big bookcase had toppled over. However, as we spoke with friends and family afterward, we found that some people felt and […]
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What image comes to your mind when we say, “with all of the changes over the past two years, it seems like we’re living in a whole new world”? Maybe you’re imagining a scene from Disney’s “Aladdin.” Or maybe you’re imagining some other scene. What memories or emotions are you experiencing? This is the power […]
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As you’re leading for transformational growth, here’s a question: What do you really want? A hidden challenge for even the most seasoned leaders is gaining clarity around their vision. Maybe you’ve faced this issue too. For instance, you might be considering transforming your company by moving into an emerging market. It seems right to do, […]
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If, like us, you’re a fan of the Richard Donner/Steven Spielberg cult classic film The Goonies, you may know that 2025 is the 40th anniversary of the film. In honor of that milestone, we’re going back into our archives to revisit the conversation we had in 2015 with one of the child stars of the […]
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What does it take to boost credibility when you’re leading into the unknown for transformational growth? Not that many years ago, leaders built credibility over time, and this stayed fixed, sometimes for decades. You gained it by being consistent, predictable, and living up to expectations. Fast forward to today, and it’s a different story. Credibility […]
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In the face of increased volatility and uncertainty, how are you and your top leadership team approaching strategy? Recently we saw an article about this by one of our previous guests, Tara Rethore, CEO of Strategy for Real. Using a sports team metaphor, she asked. “Are you playing offense or defense with your company’s growth?” […]
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How are you thinking even bigger to discover potentially game-changing opportunities for innovation and transformational growth? While podcasts, books and articles can help with this, having conversations with other people can have a unique impact. While it’s valuable to deepen your existing relationships, we’ve found it’s also important to make time for sharing ideas outside […]
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One of the themes we and our guests often talk about is the importance of continuing to develop as a leader. If you have the belief, “Everyone can see my value because I do good work and I create strong value for the company,” consider this: Even you can benefit by discovering more deeply what […]
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What comes to mind when you think about “company culture”? Study after study has confirmed that cultural fit impacts the success of everything from mergers and acquisitions to alliances to outsourcing and introducing new technology. And yet there are still many myths about when company culture begins, how many ways it can show up, and […]
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What does it take to develop future-ready leadership when you’re focused on transformational growth? It’s tempting to focus on your existing strengths. But when you’re leading to reimagine your company and create new value, it’s also critical to develop yourself and others with new skills and abilities. This can enable you and your team to […]
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We’ve been having conversations with top leaders who tell us that with all of the uncertainty and volatility in the business environment, decision-making can feel like being in a bubble. You may be aligned with your top leadership team and employees on decisions such as entering new markets, introducing new technology to streamline operations, and […]
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