The Shepherding Podcast

Do you know of any NFL agents?  I didn't either until I was fortunate enough to interview the dynamic Fred Johnson.  Wow!  What an amazing journey so far.   Fred shares his story, from his humble beginnings in small town Dayton, Kentucky to his fast rise through the finance world and a career-shift to becoming an NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) expert and NFL agent.    Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

The third episode in our Sales series is a interview filled with sales-skill knowledge, experience and wisdom with our guest, Joseph Jones.   When it comes to grinding,  honing your skills, and learning from your challenges,  Joe has mastered the art of exceeding sales goals.  Join us as we deep dive into Joe's career, uncovering the tactics and strategies that propelled him to success.   Listen to Joe as he shares invaluable insights and proof that consistent actions, self-evaluations, adjustments and improvements can lead even greater success.  If you are in sales, or considering a career in sales, this podcast is a must listen.    You can find out more and connect with Joe on LinkedIn.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephtjones/Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

The second episode in our Sales series showcases the career path of Sara Porter, a leader in Global Business Development.  From growing up in smalltown Iowa to traveling the globe developing multi-million dollar accounts, Sara shares her education, background and her superpower in networking to grow both company business and her career as a sales leader and mentor.  You can find out more and connect with Sara on LinkedIn.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-porter-590b2811/Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

The first episode in our Sales series kicks off with an interview with Carl Gillman, a leader in Technical sales.  Listen how Carl used his engineering education, background and early project work experience to transition and grow his career into a Technical Sales leader and mentor.  If sales is a passion, reach out and connect with Carl on LinkedIn   Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

Leadership is a trait that many business leaders and executives assume and grow into.  But how is it different when you have been trained in Leadership, and now develop it in others?    In this episode, Dr. Davis Robinson shares the education commitment he made in getting his PhD, his steps toward leadership and ultimately his role in heading the Leadership Development Academy for a large healthcare provider.    Dr. Davis has now mentored thousands of people on their own path.  You will find nuggets of wisdom here no matter where you are in your career path.  Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

Back in 2007, a successful sales executive had an every day experience that would ultimately change his life and so many others...that experience was seeing an ice cream truck drive down his street and watching his kids chase after it, dollars in hand.  Listen to the incredible story of how founder and CEO, Tony Lamb visualized, developed and built Kona Ice,  the largest food truck company in the world!  Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

Imagine working in a 69 year old family business, spanning 3 generations and still in growth mode!    Mike Riegler, President of Riegler Blacktop shares life lessons for the next generation, from the science and technology of paving the roads we travel to how it takes a family working together to continue to keep a family business moving forward.  Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

Imagine having over 100,000 Facebook followers or 16,000 email accounts eagerly awaiting deals specifically from you.  Well, Lifestyle blogger & Social Media influencer Kimberly Fletcher has already achieved  that...and she is still growing.  Listen to her assemble her tool kit and jump out into the world with Kim's Cart.   Hard work, perseverance, and dedication to the vision she saw for herself has led to massive success for Kim.    Check her blog out at https://www.kimscart.com/  Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

Today's guest has a lot of knowledge and life experience to share.  Vlad Ionescu can speak 6 languages, holds a Masters Degree in Engineering,  works on projects that are beyond our lifetime, and serves as an educator at a prestigious university in the hotbed of the tech world.  On this podcast, we funnel this down to several key learning points that listeners will benefit from at any point in their career.  You can find Vlad at LinkedIn under V. Alex IonescuSupport the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

Your host Rob Norris kicks off 2023 with an exciting list of guests for the upcoming year.  In addition, hear Rob's podcast and book recommendations for leaders.   Choose from notable authors like James Clear, Mark Manson, Jocko Willink, Pat Flynn, David Goggins, Seth Godin, Darren Hardy, Jim Rohn, Brian Tracy or Robin Sharma.   Go to Rob's recommended podcasts.  In addition to The Shepherding Podcast, give a listen to some other outstanding podcasts, such as Impact Theory with host Tom Bilyeu,  The Human Upgrade hosted by Dave Asprey, The Genius Life hosted by Max Lugavere, and both The Bible in a Year, and Catechism in a Year with Father Mike Schmitz.  Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

Interview with Jason West, an executive in the wellness industry, as well as a public speaker, trainer, investor and real estate entrepreneur.  Jason shares his journey from growing up in Northern KY to being a coach, educator, and eventually leaving public education to grow his career in the wellness industry.  Jason's story is amazing, including a major career change where he was able to grow into a leadership role in a completely different industry.To find out more about the network marketing opportunity Jason shares on this podcast, contact him via LinkedIn or email him at jywest@fuse.netSupport the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

Interview with Jim Henning, retired President of Duke Energy - Ohio and Kentucky.  Jim shares his life lessons growing up in Englewood, Ohio to obtaining his undergrad and MBA and on to his distinguished career in the public utilities sector, culminating with his multiple executive roles with Duke Energy.  Jim shares several life lessons and nuggets of wisdom along the way.  Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

Interview with Tony Vasconcellos, a high growth C-level executive, most recently President of Frisch's Big Boy, a 75 year old restaurant chain with over 100 locations  spanning 3 states.   Tony shares his career from his early days at Miami University to multiple C-level positions, covering finance, mergers & acquisitions and key points from his amazing career.     Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

Interview with Shannon Oldfield, COO of the Greater Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Airport.   Shannon chronicles his career from youth, to airport maintenance laborer all the way to COO of one of the fastest growing airports in the USA.  Support the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities

This is the 1st episode of our relaunched Shepherding Podcast,  focusing on solutions to navigate today's challenges.  If you found this beneficial, please consider buying us a cup of coffee at:patreon.com/user?u=82240904Thank you for listening, I hope you found this beneficial.  If you topics you would like to suggest, please email me at Rob@derbycitymedia.comOur friends at OpenAI provided the following regarding the Eisenhower Matrix:"The Eisenhower Method, also known as the Eisenhower Box or Eisenhower Matrix, is a productivity technique attributed to Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States. This method helps individuals prioritize tasks based on their urgency and importance, thus enhancing productivity and time management. The method categorizes tasks into four quadrants:Urgent and Important (Do First): Tasks that are both urgent and important should be dealt with immediately. These tasks usually have impending deadlines or significant consequences if not addressed promptly.Important, but Not Urgent (Schedule): Tasks in this quadrant are important for long-term goals but may not require immediate attention. They should be scheduled and planned for completion to avoid becoming urgent in the future.Urgent, but Not Important (Delegate): Tasks in this category are urgent but do not contribute significantly to long-term goals. These tasks can be delegated to others if possible, freeing up time for more important activities.Not Urgent and Not Important (Eliminate): Tasks that fall into this quadrant are neither urgent nor important and can be considered distractions. It's best to eliminate or minimize these tasks to focus on activities that contribute to long-term goals.By sorting tasks into these four categories, individuals can effectively manage their time and focus on activities that align with their goals and priorities. The Eisenhower Method encourages a proactive approach to task management, helping individuals avoid the trap of constantly reacting to urgent but less important tasks."Thank you for listening, I hope you found this beneficial.  If you topics you would like to suggest, please email me at Rob@derbycitymedia.comSupport the showSponsored by Derby City Media. Contact us at Rob@derbycitymedia.com for advertising opportunities