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Consulting Leaders

Consulting Leaders brings together the sharpest minds in the consulting world, revealing how top professionals think, build trust, and grow thriving practices. Hosted by Guillaume Jouvencel, ex-PwC and co-founder of GHA Marketing, the show offers rare conversations with consultants who lead by example.

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    How to Build AI-Native Consulting Businesses (Not AI-Enabled Ones) With Andrew Bird

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Most firms are approaching AI the wrong way. They’re layering it on top of existing services instead of rethinking how value is created. Andrew has spent the last seven years doing the opposite, building AI-native platforms from scratch across legal, healthcare, education, and governance. He operates at the intersection of product strategy and consulting, with full P&L ownership across a multi-platform portfolio. That changes the perspective. This isn’t theory or advisory, it’s direct exposure to where AI breaks, where it scales, and where money is actually made. In this episode, we unpack the structural shift happening in consulting: from billable hours to intelligent systems, from advisory to productized intelligence, and from AI as a feature to AI as the foundation.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did that evolve into building AI-native platforms instead of staying purely advisory? 2. What specific problem are you solving for your clients today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve it? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best for you to attract high-level engagements? Current Acquisition Channels: Content, Google Ads, Podcast (guesting) Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants working in AI or complex industries? 5. When you’re selling AI-native transformation at board level, how do you move from initial interest to actual buy-in? 6. Once you’re working with a client, how do you retain them, keep them coming back, and build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant operating across multiple AI platforms and markets (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for AI-native consulting and product-led advisory over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Andrew BirdWebsite Link: https://wachump.orgConnect with Andrew Bird on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewgbird/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Win and Retain High-Stakes Healthcare Consulting Clients With Fady Sahhar

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Fady Sahhar has spent decades operating at the intersection of healthcare policy, strategy, and execution. Through XtraGlobex, he works with organizations navigating Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term services, helping them turn regulatory complexity into strategic advantage. His work is grounded in both analytical rigor and hands-on leadership. What stands out in Fady’s approach is his ability to connect macro-level policy shifts with on-the-ground operational realities. Whether it’s rate setting, managed care, or home-based services, he brings a clear perspective on how organizations can position themselves ahead of change rather than reacting to it. For consulting firm owners, this is a case study in specialization. Fady’s career shows what happens when you go deep into a sector, build credibility over time, and align strategy with real-world impact, especially in industries where stakes, regulation, and complexity are all high.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting, and specifically into healthcare and policy-driven environments? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that matter so much to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision-making power to bring you in? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best for you to attract business in such a specialized, policy-heavy space? Current Acquisition Channels: Content, Podcast (hosting), Speaking engagements Sub Question: You’re also a podcaster, how do you see podcasting as a marketing tool in the healthcare consulting world? 5. In your world, sales cycles are complex and often involve multiple stakeholders, how do you build trust and move engagements forward? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to ensure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant in the healthcare policy and strategy space (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for your work in healthcare consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Fady SahharWebsite Link: https://www.xtraglobex.com/Connect with Fady Sahhar on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fadysahhar/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build High-Performing Leadership Teams Through Clear Execution Systems With Megan Renaldo

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Megan Renaldo operates at the intersection of leadership development and operational execution. Her core belief is simple: most organizations don’t have a strategy problem, they have an execution problem. Through her firm, Renaldo & Co., she helps leadership teams cut through noise, align on priorities, and implement systems that drive consistent performance. Her approach is practical and direct. Instead of adding more frameworks or theory, she focuses on clarity, accountability, and behavior change. That includes fixing common breakdowns like unclear ownership, ineffective delegation, and leaders who are stuck operating as individual contributors instead of true team leaders. What stands out is her emphasis on making change stick. Many consultants can run a great workshop or offsite, Megan focuses on what happens after. Her work ensures that alignment translates into action, and that leadership teams build the discipline required to sustain results over time. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did your experience inside organizations shape the way you work today? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve, and why does solving this matter so much to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically makes the decision to bring you in? 4. How do clients usually find you, and what’s been most effective in attracting the right kind of leadership teams? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Speaking engagements Sub Question: What do you think about podcasts as a marketing tool for consultants and coaches in your space? 5. When you're working with leadership teams and multiple stakeholders, how do you navigate the sales process and bring deals to a close? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with you? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant building Renaldo & Co. (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for leadership and performance consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Megan RenaldoWebsite Link: http://renaldoandco.com/Connect with Megan Renaldo on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-renaldo/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build High-Performance Organizations Through Leadership Systems With Marq Neasman Sr.

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Marq Neasman Sr. operates at the intersection of leadership development and business performance. As Managing Principal of his advisory firm, he works with executives to build high-performance leaders and organizations using a structured 4P framework: People, Process, Products, and Profitability. His work is grounded in execution, not theory. Over the past few years, he has delivered hundreds of hours of training and directly contributed to significant financial outcomes for his clients. What stands out is the consistency, clients regularly see 30–60% improvements in key metrics. This conversation focuses on what actually drives performance inside organizations. Not motivation. Not surface-level strategy. But systems, clarity, and leadership discipline that compound over time. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did your early experience shape the way you work with leaders today? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve it? 3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in or hire your firm? 4. How do clients usually find you, and what has worked best for you in attracting the right opportunities? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Google Ads, Podcast (guesting), Speaking engagements, RFPs Sub Question: What’s your perspective on podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants and advisory firms? 5. When you're working with complex organizations, how do you move from initial conversation to actually closing the engagement? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for high-performance leadership and organizational advisory over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Marq NeasmanWebsite Link: https://marqneasman.com/Connect with Marq Neasman on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marqneasman/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build Transformational Cultures Through People-First Leadership With David Liddle

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************David Liddle has spent over two decades at the intersection of people, culture, and conflict resolution. As the founder of The TCM Group, he has built a global consultancy focused on helping organisations create what he calls “transformational cultures”, environments where performance and humanity are not in conflict, but fully aligned. His work challenges the traditional HR operating model. Instead of compliance-driven systems, David advocates for a people-first approach grounded in five domains: people, culture, strategy, justice, and value. This shift is not cosmetic, it’s a structural redesign of how organisations operate and how leaders lead. For consulting firm owners, this conversation goes deeper than HR. It's about positioning culture as a commercial lever. David’s frameworks show how better conversations, better systems, and better leadership directly impact performance, retention, and long-term growth. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting, and what led you to focus so deeply on people, culture, and conflict resolution? 2. What specific problem are you solving for your clients today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to fix it? 3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in? 4. You’ve built a strong platform with books, events, and thought leadership, what has worked best for you to attract the right clients? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Webinars, Podcast (guesting), Speaking engagements Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants in the people and culture space? 5. When you’re dealing with large organisations and complex culture change, how do you move from initial conversations to signed engagements? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with you? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant, if at all, especially at the scale you’re operating? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for people, culture, and leadership consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about David LiddleWebsite Link: http://www.thetcmgroup.com/Connect with David Liddle on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liddledavid/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Predictable Revenue Growth Through Value-Based Selling With Julie Thomas

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Julie Thomas leads one of the most established sales training and methodology firms in the B2B space. Through the ValueSelling Framework®, her team equips revenue organizations with a structured way to qualify, advance, and close deals based on customer-defined value, not product features or pricing pressure. Her work sits at the intersection of sales strategy, enablement, and execution. The core problem she solves is common: companies with strong offerings but inconsistent sales results. By aligning teams around a shared language and repeatable process, she helps organizations reduce stalled deals, improve forecast accuracy, and increase deal size. What stands out in Julie’s approach is the emphasis on business conversations. In a market where buyers are more informed and selective, her philosophy is clear: sellers must move beyond pitching and become partners in solving meaningful business problems. That shift is what drives both margin and long-term client relationships.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting and ultimately into leading ValueSelling Associates? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve that? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best to consistently attract the right B2B opportunities? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Google Ads, Podcast (guesting), Podcast (hosting), Speaking engagements, Cold outreach Sub Question: What’s your perspective on podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants and sales leaders? 5. When you’re selling to senior revenue leaders with complex buying groups, how do you move from initial interest to a signed engagement? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to ensure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with you? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant leading ValueSelling (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for value-based sales training and consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Julie ThomasWebsite Link: https://www.valueselling.com/Connect with Julie Thomas on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julieathomas/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Sustainable Process Improvement Through Kaizen Systems With Adam Lawrence

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Adam Lawrence has spent over 30 years in process improvement, helping manufacturing and operational teams move beyond one-off wins to sustained performance. As Managing Partner at Process Improvement Partners, he focuses on guiding teams through real change, not just designing it, but embedding it into how the business operates day-to-day.His approach centers on the “Wheel of Sustainability,” a framework designed to prevent the common failure mode of improvement initiatives: drift. Where most consulting stops at recommendations, Adam stays close to execution, ensuring teams have the tools, time, and reinforcement needed to maintain results.For consulting firm owners, Adam’s work is a reminder that value isn’t just in solving problems, it’s in making sure those solutions last. His model blends Lean, Kaizen, and leadership alignment into a repeatable system that drives both cultural and financial impact.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions:1. What got you into consulting, and how did your background in industrial engineering lead you to this work in Lean and Kaizen?2. What specific problem are you solving for your clients when it comes to process improvement, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve it?3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in?4. How do clients typically find you, and what has worked best for you to build authority in the Lean and process improvement space? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Webinars, Podcast (guesting), Speaking engagements, Book - "The Wheel of Sustainability" Sub Question: You’ve been featured on podcasts like Gemba Academy, how do you see podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants in your space?5. When you’re selling transformation work that requires deep involvement, how do you build trust and move clients from interest to commitment?6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant, especially as you continue to grow Process Improvement Partners?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for sustainable process improvement over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Adam LawrenceWebsite Link: https://pi-partners.com/Connect with Adam Lawrence on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-t-lawrence/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Scale FinTech Safely Through Fractional Compliance Leadership With Ryan Cimo

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Ryan Cimo operates at the intersection of regulation and innovation. After a 25+ year career at M&T Bank, where he led large-scale risk, AML, and operations teams, he stepped out to build Fraxtional, designed to bring executive-level compliance leadership to companies that aren’t ready for full-time hires but can’t afford to get it wrong. Fraxtional’s model is simple but powerful: embed experienced, director-level leaders into high-growth companies on a fractional basis. This allows FinTechs, crypto platforms, and sponsor banks to build credible compliance frameworks early, without slowing down growth or burning capital. What makes Ryan’s approach relevant to consulting leaders is how he positions compliance. Not as a checkbox, but as infrastructure for scale. In regulated industries, trust is the product, and Ryan’s work ensures that trust compounds alongside growth. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting after 25+ years inside large financial institutions? 2. What specific problem are you helping clients solve today, and why does solving that matter so much to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in or hire a firm like Fraxtional? 4. How do clients typically find Fraxtional, and what has worked best to build credibility in such a trust-driven space? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Podcast (hosting), Cold outreach Sub Question: You’ve launched your own podcast, how do you see podcasting fitting into your marketing strategy and the broader consulting space? 5. In regulated industries, trust takes time. How do you move prospects from initial conversation to signing, especially when compliance isn’t always seen as urgent? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that the relationship becomes long-term? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as you scale Fraxtional as a consulting business (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for fractional compliance leadership over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Ryan CimoWebsite Link: https://www.fraxtional.co/Connect with Ryan Cimo on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancimo/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build High-Performing Organizations Through Systemic Leadership With Kari Sulenes

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Kari Sulenes operates at the intersection of leadership, psychology, and organizational design. As the founder of Heartwood Collective, she works with early-stage companies and venture-backed teams to navigate complexity while maintaining clarity, cohesion, and resilience. Her approach challenges the traditional consulting model by focusing not just on strategy, but on how people relate, communicate, and function within the system. Her work is grounded in a simple but often overlooked idea: organizations perform best when they behave like healthy systems. That means individuals sensing what’s needed, communicating effectively, and responding in real time, rather than operating in silos or hierarchy-driven bottlenecks. Kari helps leaders restore this capability, turning dysfunction into alignment. For consulting firm owners, this raises an important question: are you solving surface-level problems, or helping clients transform how their organizations actually function? Kari’s approach suggests that long-term impact comes from the latter. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting and this intersection between psychology and organizations? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that matter to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in or hire you? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what has worked best to attract the right founders and teams? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants and coaches in your space? 5. Your work goes deep into leadership and systems, how do you navigate the sales process and build enough trust to close engagements? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to ensure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant working at this level with founders and leadership teams? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for your work in leadership and organizational systems over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Kari SulenesWebsite Link: https://www.thehwc.com/Connect with Kari Sulenes on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karisulenes/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build Courageous, Authentic Leadership Through Deep Coaching Work With Elena Armijo

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Elena Armijo operates at the intersection of executive coaching, team dynamics, and personal transformation. Her work focuses on helping leaders move beyond surface-level performance into deeper self-awareness, where real leadership decisions are made. She challenges the idea that leadership is purely strategic, and instead positions it as an internal discipline grounded in courage and clarity. Through her firm, The C-Suite Collective, she works with executives, creatives, and changemakers who are navigating complexity, whether that’s scaling organizations, leading teams through uncertainty, or redefining their leadership identity. A recurring theme in her work is helping leaders engage in “generative conflict,” build trust, and lead without losing themselves in the process. Her perspective is particularly relevant for consulting firm owners: the ability to guide clients through transformation depends not just on frameworks, but on the consultant’s capacity to hold space, ask better questions, and create real behavioral change. Elena’s work highlights where coaching and consulting overlap, and where they diverge. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into executive coaching, and how did you make the shift from performing arts into this work? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve that? 3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in or hire you? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what has worked best to attract the right kind of leaders into your world? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Webinars, Podcast (guesting), Speaking engagements Sub Question: You host your own podcast, how do you see podcasting as a tool for coaches and consultants building authority today? 5. When you’re speaking with a potential client, how do you communicate the value of your work and move them toward a yes? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with you? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant and coach, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for leadership coaching and team transformation over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Elena ArmijoWebsite Link: https://www.thec-suitecollective.com/Connect with Elena Armijo on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-armijoApply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Revenue Through Purpose-Driven Sales With Lisa Earle McLeod

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Lisa Earle McLeod has spent decades studying what actually drives sales performance, and her conclusion challenges conventional wisdom. Instead of focusing on quotas, incentives, and pressure, the highest-performing teams are anchored in a deeper purpose: making a meaningful difference to their customers. Through her firm, McLeod & More, she works with executive teams at companies like LinkedIn, Hilton, and Volvo to build what she calls “Noble Purpose”, a clear connection between what the company sells and the value it creates. The result is not just stronger engagement, but measurable revenue growth and competitive differentiation. For consulting firm owners, this is a shift worth paying attention to. In a crowded market, expertise alone is no longer enough. Clients are asking: do you understand my problem, and are you here to help, or just to close? Lisa’s work offers a practical framework to answer that question in a way that drives both trust and growth. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting and sales leadership in the first place? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much to you personally to solve it? 3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically makes the decision to bring you in? 4. You’ve built strong visibility through books, HBR, and LinkedIn Learning, what has worked best for you to consistently attract the right clients? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants and sales experts? 5. When it comes to your own consulting business, how do you typically move from first conversation to signed engagement? 6. How do you retain clients and turn engagements into long-term relationships where they keep coming back? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for purpose-driven sales and leadership over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Lisa Earle McLeodWebsite Link: https://www.mcleodandmore.com/Connect with Lisa Earle McLeod on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaearlemcleod/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    Drive Change That Sticks Through Unlearning Identity Patterns With Carolina Caro

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Most consulting approaches focus on adding: new skills, new frameworks, new tools. Carolina takes the opposite route. Her work is grounded in a simple but underexplored idea, real change doesn’t happen by learning more, but by unlearning what no longer serves. Her perspective comes from a non-linear career path, starting in science and pharmaceuticals before walking away from a high-performing corporate trajectory to pursue acting. That decision became the foundation of her philosophy: identity drives behavior, and until identity shifts, change won’t stick. Today, through Conscious Leadership Partners, she works with executive teams and organizations to remove what she calls “identity drag.” Using frameworks like the POCA® Model, she helps leaders align how they think, relate, and operate, so performance becomes a byproduct, not a constant struggle.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did your journey from science and pharma lead you to the work you do today? 2. What specific problem are you solving for your clients, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve it? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically makes the decision to bring you in? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best to position your ‘unlearning’ approach in the market? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Speaking engagements, Cold outreach Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing channel for leadership consultants and speakers? 5. Your work goes deeper than traditional consulting, how do you build trust and navigate the sales process to win these engagements? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for identity-level leadership transformation over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Carolina CaroWebsite Link: https://www.consciousleadershippartners.com/Connect with Carolina Caro on LinkedInLinkedIn link: linkedin.com/in/carolinacaroApply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Scale a Global Consulting Network Through Communication & Partnerships With Jon Gornstein

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Jon Gornstein has spent over four decades building one of the most recognized global consulting networks in leadership development and communication. At the core of Persona Global is a simple but powerful idea: organizations perform better when people communicate effectively. That principle has guided the company’s expansion across 70+ countries and a network of over 1,100 consultants. What stands out in Jon’s approach is the consistency of his model. Rather than chasing trends, he focused on building methodologies that scale globally while remaining human at the core. His emphasis on “high-touch” interaction, especially in an increasingly digital world, offers a clear counterpoint to how many consulting firms operate today. This conversation is particularly relevant for consulting firm owners looking to scale beyond themselves. Jon’s journey highlights how to build intellectual property, develop a partner ecosystem, and maintain quality across geographies, all while staying anchored in a clear point of view.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting, and what led you to found Persona Global back in 1980? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that problem matter to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in or hire Persona Global? 4. You’ve built a presence in 70+ countries, how have you grown the business and attracted both clients and consulting partners over the years? Current Acquisition Channels: Licensing model, workshops Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants and leadership firms today? 5. With enterprise clients and global programs, how do you typically move from first conversation to a signed engagement? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with you? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now in evolving Persona Global as a consulting business? (if at all) 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for communication and change leadership consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Jon GornsteinWebsite Link: https://www.personaglobal.com/Connect with Jon Gornstein on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jongornstein/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Win in Global Payments Through Market Intelligence With Lindsay Lehr Tutson

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Lindsay operates at the intersection of data, strategy, and global payments, one of the most dynamic and complex sectors today. At PCMI, she helps payment companies navigate emerging markets, understand local dynamics, and make high-stakes strategic decisions with clarity. Her approach is grounded in a simple idea: companies perform better when they understand reality. That means going beyond surface-level trends and building deep, data-backed insight into how markets actually behave, from cross-border payments to digital wallets and financial ecosystems. What stands out is the scale and consistency of her work. Over 400 engagements, a proprietary database across Latin America, and ongoing conversations with thousands of industry executives. This isn’t occasional consulting, it’s embedded intelligence that shapes how major players grow, measure, and protect their position. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting, and specifically into the payments space? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve, and why does it matter so much to you personally to solve it? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in? 4. You’ve built strong authority through research, events, and thought leadership, what has worked best for you to consistently attract the right clients? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Webinars, Speaking engagements, Cold outreach Sub Question: What’s your view on podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants in complex industries like payments? 5. When you’re dealing with large payment companies and long sales cycles, how do you move from initial conversation to a signed engagement? 6. You’ve led 400+ engagements, how do you retain clients, keep them coming back, and build long-term relationships? 7. As you continue to scale PCMI globally, where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for market intelligence in the payments space over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Lindsay Lehr TutsonWebsite Link: https://paymentscmi.com/Connect with Lindsay Lehr Tutson on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-lehr-tutson-7aba5b9/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Transform Public Sector Organisations Through Systems Thinking With Benjamin P. Taylor

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Benjamin P. Taylor has spent nearly three decades working at the intersection of public services, systems thinking, and organisational transformation. As Managing Partner at RedQuadrant, he leads a networked consultancy focused on helping governments and public institutions rethink how their systems actually work, and how they can improve outcomes for citizens while reducing cost and complexity. His work centres on understanding how demand, behaviour, data, culture, and leadership interact inside public systems. Rather than applying isolated fixes, Benjamin focuses on whole-system transformation, identifying the underlying dynamics that drive performance and designing interventions that change how the system operates. Alongside RedQuadrant, he also leads the Public Service Transformation Academy, a social enterprise that builds transformation capabilities among senior public sector leaders. His work brings together systems thinking, operational excellence, and practical consulting methods to tackle some of the most complex challenges in government.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions:1. What originally drew you into consulting, and specifically into working on transformation in public services? 2. What specific problem are you helping clients solve through RedQuadrant, and why does solving that problem matter to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today within the public sector, and who are the decision makers that typically bring you in? 4. How do organisations usually discover RedQuadrant, and what has worked best for you when it comes to attracting new consulting engagements? Current Acquisition Channels: Competitive bids Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants working in areas like public sector transformation or systems thinking? 5. Government and public sector projects can have long and complicated procurement cycles. How do you navigate the sales process and move opportunities forward? 6. Once you begin working with a client, how do you make sure the relationship continues long-term and that clients keep coming back to work with you again? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consulting firm leader working in complex public sector environments (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for systems thinking and public service transformation over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Benjamin P. TaylorWebsite Link: http://www.redquadrant.com/Connect with Benjamin P. Taylor on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antlerboy/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive World-Class People Performance Through Honest, Systemic Leadership With David Scott

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************David Scott has spent over two decades working at the intersection of leadership, behaviour, and organisational performance. At Rambutan, he designs and delivers coaching and consulting programmes that challenge how leaders think, not just what they do. His approach stands out for its honesty. Clients don’t come to David for comfort, they come for clarity. By connecting beliefs, behaviours, and business outcomes, he helps leaders see what’s really driving performance (or holding it back). For consulting firm owners, this conversation goes deeper than typical leadership advice. It’s about building a system where people performance is not a vague concept, but a lever for consistent, measurable results.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions:1. What got you into consulting, and why did you choose to focus specifically on people and leadership performance? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve it? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in? 4. How do clients typically find you today, and what has worked best to attract the right kind of organisations for your work? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Webinars, Speaking engagements, Cold outreach Sub Question: What’s your view on podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants in leadership and coaching? 5. Your work can be difficult to quantify upfront, how do you build trust and get clients to commit during the sales process? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to ensure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for improving people performance and leadership within organisations over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about David ScottWebsite Link: http://www.rambutan.biz/Connect with David Scott on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidscottrambutan/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Revenue Through Brand-Led Growth With Maria Cate

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Maria Cate sits at the intersection of consulting, sales, and brand. After early experience at Red Bull and WHOOP, she saw a gap: companies didn’t just need strategy, they needed execution that actually moved the needle. That realization led to Cooth, a firm designed to bridge consulting and creative to drive measurable growth. At Cooth, Maria focuses on aligning business strategy with brand, messaging, and go-to-market execution. The thesis is simple but often missed: brand isn’t decoration, it’s what closes the gap between perceived and actual value.For consulting firm owners, that’s a shift from delivering insights to shaping how clients win in their market. This conversation is especially relevant for consultants working with startups and growth-stage companies. Maria brings a practical view on how to build demand, shorten sales cycles, and position consulting as a revenue driver, not a cost center.Proposed Interview Questions:1. What got you into consulting after starting in marketing and sales at companies like Red Bull and WHOOP?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve, and why does solving that matter so much to you personally?3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in?4. How do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best to attract the right founders and companies? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Cold outreach Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing channel for consulting and creative firms like yours?5. You’ve been on the sales side in high-performance environments, how do you approach closing consulting deals, especially when brand can feel intangible?6. How do you retain clients at Cooth, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant and founder (if at all)?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for brand-led growth consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Maria CateWebsite Link: https://cooth.com/Connect with Maria Cate on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariacate/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Navigate the Future of Consulting Through Data-Driven Industry Intelligence With Tom Rodenhauser

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Tom Rodenhauser has spent decades analyzing the consulting industry from the inside out. From his early work at Kennedy Information to leading research at Bloomberg and ALM Intelligence, he’s built a reputation as one of the most credible voices on how consulting firms grow, compete, and evolve. Today, through K2 Consulting Research, Tom advises consulting firms, leadership teams, and private equity investors on market positioning, growth strategy, and M&A decisions.His work sits at the intersection of data, strategy, and industry foresight, helping firms understand not just where the market is, but where it’s going. This conversation focuses on a pivotal moment for consulting.With AI reshaping delivery, pricing models under pressure, and clients demanding more tangible outcomes, Tom shares what the next cycle of consulting will look like, and what firm owners need to rethink now to remain relevant.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions:1. What got you into analyzing the consulting industry, and how did that evolve into building K2 Consulting Research?2. What specific problem are you helping consulting firms and investors solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve it?3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically makes the decision to bring you in?4. How have you built visibility and credibility in such a niche space, and what’s worked best to attract the right clients? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Podcast (guesting), Podcast (hosting), Speaking engagements Sub Question: You host Consultants Talk, how do you see podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants and industry experts?5. Your work is insight-driven and high-trust, how do you typically move from an initial conversation to a signed engagement?6. Once a client starts working with you, how do you make sure they keep coming back and build a long-term relationship?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now in your business, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for consulting industry research and advisory over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Tom RodenhauserWebsite Link: https://www.k2consultingresearch.com/Connect with Tom Rodenhauser on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-rodenhauser-02b78a6/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build High-Performing Leadership Cultures Through Positive Psychology With Cornelia Lucey

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Cornelia Lucey operates at the intersection of psychology and leadership. As a Chartered Psychologist and founder of CLPL, she works with senior leaders across multinationals, SMEs, and public sector organisations to build leadership capability that translates directly into performance. Her approach is grounded in positive leadership, not as a soft concept, but as a structured, evidence-based model. The results speak clearly: increased turnover, improved retention, and consistently high satisfaction scores across large-scale leadership programmes. What stands out in Cornelia’s work is her focus on vertical leadership development, helping leaders evolve how they think, not just what they do. In a context where burnout, disengagement, and complexity are rising, her work reframes leadership as the primary lever for both human and commercial outcomes.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did psychology become your lens for leadership? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve, and why does solving this matter so much to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in? 4. How do organisations usually find you, and what has worked best to position your expertise in a crowded leadership space? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Webinars, Podcast (guesting), Speaking engagements Sub Question: What’s your view on podcasting as a marketing tool for leadership consultants and psychologists? 5. When you’re dealing with large organisations and complex buying processes, how do you move from initial interest to a signed engagement? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to ensure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with you? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant in growing CLPL (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for positive leadership and leadership development over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Cornelia LuceyWebsite Link: https://www.cornelialucey.com/Connect with Cornelia Lucey on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cornelialucey/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

  20. 361

    How to Build a Beautiful Business Through Brand & Culture Alignment With Steven Morris

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Steven Morris has spent more than three decades working at the intersection of brand, culture, and leadership. Through Matter Consulting, he has guided thousands of leaders in building organizations that don’t just perform, but resonate. His work goes beyond traditional consulting, focusing on the integration of internal culture and external brand as a single system.What stands out in Steven’s approach is his emphasis on the “inner life” of leadership. He argues that no culture can outgrow the consciousness of its leaders, making self-awareness, clarity, and values foundational to any transformation effort. This perspective positions consulting not just as problem-solving, but as leadership development at its core.For consulting firm owners, this raises an important shift: the future isn’t just about better frameworks or sharper positioning, it’s about helping clients build coherent, human-centered organizations where culture, brand, and strategy reinforce each other.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions:1. What got you into consulting, and how did your early experience shape the way you approach brand and culture work today?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve that?3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in or hire you?4. How do clients typically find you, and what has worked best for you to build trust in your type of consulting work? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Podcast (guesting), Podcast (hosting), Speaking engagements Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants in brand, culture, or leadership?5. Your work is deep and often intangible, how do you move clients from an initial conversation to committing to an engagement?6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant, especially as you continue to evolve your work around brand, culture, and leadership?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for brand, culture, and leadership consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Steven MorrisWebsite Link: https://matterco.co/Connect with Steven Morris on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenmorris111/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build Leaders Worth Following Through Culture and Connection With Dr. Randy Ross

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Dr. Randy Ross has spent decades working at the intersection of leadership, culture, and performance. As the founder of Remarkable!, he helps organizations develop leaders who don’t just manage, but inspire. His work centers on a simple idea: when people like what they do, who they do it with, and the impact they create, performance follows.What stands out in Randy’s approach is the emphasis on relationships as the core driver of business outcomes. Through his concept of “Relationomics,” he reframes culture not as a soft layer, but as a measurable advantage, affecting retention, engagement, and ultimately results. This is particularly relevant for consulting firms where trust and long-term relationships define growth.In this episode, we unpack how consulting leaders can build cultures that retain talent, create meaning at work, and translate values into consistent execution, without overcomplicating the model.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions:1. What got you into leadership development, and how did that evolve into building Remarkable!?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve it?3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who usually holds the decision to bring you in or hire you?4. How do clients typically find you today, and what has worked best to grow Remarkable!? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Speaking engagements Sub Question: You’ve done speaking, books, and podcasts, what do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants and experts in your space?5. When you’re working with larger organizations, how do you typically move from initial conversations to actually closing the engagement?6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that the relationship compounds?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as you continue to grow Remarkable! (if at all)?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for leadership and culture development over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Dr. Randy RossWebsite Link: https://drrandyross.com/Connect with Dr. Randy Ross on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrandyrossApply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

  22. 359

    How to Shorten M&A Deal Cycles Through Data-Driven Market Diligence With John Ziegler

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************John operates at a critical junction in the M&A lifecycle, where uncertainty, time pressure, and high-stakes decisions collide. Through Acclaro Growth Partners, he supports investment banks, private equity firms, and business owners with market intelligence that clarifies value, validates assumptions, and strengthens positioning before going to market.What stands out in John’s approach is the emphasis on preparation before the process begins. Instead of reacting during diligence, his team builds a defensible narrative early, grounded in real data, buyer expectations, and market dynamics. This shifts the conversation from negotiation to confidence.For consulting firm owners, there’s a clear lesson: the closer you are to revenue-impacting decisions, the more your work must reduce uncertainty. John’s work is a strong example of how consulting can directly influence outcomes, not just provide advice.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions:1. What got you into consulting, and how did you end up focusing on M&A and market diligence?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to get that right?3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in on a deal?4. How do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best to build trust in such a high-stakes environment? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Podcast (guesting), Conferences and events Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool in the M&A and private equity space?5. These are complex, high-value engagements, how do you move from an initial conversation to actually winning the work?6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with you?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as you continue to grow Acclaro Growth Partners?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for market diligence and M&A decision support over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about John ZieglerWebsite Link: https://acclaropartners.com/Connect with John Ziegler on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theotherjz/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build Worthy Workplaces Through Human-Centered HR Strategy With Clifford Watkin

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Clifford Watkin brings a rare combination of deep technical HR expertise and a human-centered philosophy shaped by decades of global experience. As the founder of Circle Strategies, he focuses on helping organizations reduce risk, strengthen their workforce, and build cultures rooted in trust, equity, and accountability.His perspective challenges a common misconception in consulting: that systems and tools drive transformation. Instead, Clifford makes a clear case that leadership behavior and culture are the real levers. Technology may accelerate outcomes, but without the right human foundation, it simply scales dysfunction.For consulting firm owners, this conversation is a reminder that HR is not a back-office function. Done right, it becomes a strategic driver of growth, differentiation, and long-term client impact.**********************************************************Proposed Interview Structure:1. What got you into consulting, and what led you to build your career specifically in HR?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that matter so much to you personally?3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in?4. How do clients typically find you, and what has worked best for you to build trust and attract the right kind of organizations? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral Sub Question: What’s your view on podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants in HR and leadership?5. When you’re in conversations with potential clients, how do you position your work so they see HR as a strategic investment rather than a cost?6. How do you retain clients over time and build relationships where they keep coming back and growing with you?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant, if at all?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for human-centered HR consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Clifford WatkinWebsite Link: https://circlestrategies.net/Connect with Clifford Watkin on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliffordwatkin/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

  24. 357

    How to Build Predictable Revenue Through High-Performing Sales Systems With Karl Becker

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Karl Becker works at the intersection of sales leadership, execution, and organizational design. As the founder of Improving Sales Performance, he partners directly with leadership teams to build structured, repeatable sales engines, not just pipelines that rely on individual talent. His approach is grounded in what he calls “The Revenue Equation”, aligning sales, marketing, and operations into a cohesive system. Rather than chasing quick wins or hiring “better” salespeople, Karl focuses on building the underlying infrastructure that makes consistent revenue possible. For consulting firm owners, this conversation is a reminder that growth rarely comes from more activity alone. It comes from clarity, on positioning, process, and how teams actually work together to convert opportunities into revenue. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did your background in sales shape the way you work with clients today? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve when it comes to sales, and why does solving that problem matter to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in? 4. How do you generate demand for your work today, and what has consistently worked best for you? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Webinars, Podcast (guesting), Speaking engagements, Partners Sub Question: What’s your view on podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants and sales leaders? 5. When you’re selling your own services, how do you navigate long sales cycles and actually close the deal? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that the relationship compounds? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant in your business (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for building high-performing sales organizations over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Karl BeckerWebsite Link: https://www.improvingsalesperformance.com/Connect with Karl Becker on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlbeckeriii/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Unlock Leadership Potential Through Coaching Mindset With Tim Cox

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Tim Cox has spent his career at the intersection of leadership, coaching, and organizational performance. As Managing Director of Management Futures, he works with senior leaders across industries to develop the mindset, skills, and behaviors required to lead effectively in complex environments. His approach is rooted in one simple idea: performance improves when leaders close the gap between where they are and where they could be.What stands out in Tim’s work is the emphasis on mindset. While many organizations invest heavily in skills training, Tim also focuses on the underlying thinking that drives behavior. Whether through executive coaching, culture transformation programs, or long-term client partnerships, his work is about enabling leaders to operate with greater clarity, intention, and impact.For consulting firm owners, this raises an important point: the value you deliver isn’t just in frameworks or expertise, but in your ability to shift how clients think and act. Tim’s experience offers a clear view of what it takes to do that consistently, across different sectors and at scale.**********************************************************Proposed Interview Structure:1. What got you into consulting and coaching in the first place?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that matter to you personally?3. Who are your ideal clients, and who usually holds the decision to bring you in or hire you?4. How do you typically attract new clients today, and what has worked best for you over the years? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Webinars Sub Question: What’s your perspective on podcasting as a marketing channel in the leadership and coaching space?5. When you’re working with large organizations, how do you navigate the sales process from first conversation to signed engagement?6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to ensure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant (if at all)?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for leadership development and coaching over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Tim CoxWebsite Link: http://www.managementfutures.co.uk/Connect with Tim Cox on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-cox-5a69269/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Turn Strategy Into Measurable Results Through Execution Authority With Cenee' LaTulippe

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Cenee' LaTulippe operates where most consultants struggle: execution under pressure. Through 5280 PMO, she partners with CEOs, CIOs, and private equity leaders to deliver complex initiatives that directly impact enterprise value. Her positioning is clear, this is not about managing projects, it’s about installing execution authority inside organizations. Her work sits at the intersection of strategy and delivery. Whether it’s M&A integration, AI enablement, or operational restructuring, Cenee' focuses on creating clarity, enforcing accountability, and driving measurable progress.The common thread: organizations don’t lack ideas, they lack the structure to execute them. What stands out is her discipline around outcomes. She brings a model-driven approach (the 5280 Value Realization Model™) that ensures initiatives don’t drift.For consulting firm owners, this is a strong reminder: differentiation doesn’t come from expertise alone, but from the ability to consistently translate strategy into results.**********************************************************Proposed Interview Structure:1. What got you into consulting, and how did that early experience shape the way you approach execution today?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that problem matter to you personally?3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in on these high-stakes initiatives?4. How do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best for you to attract the kind of high-pressure, high-value engagements you focus on? Current Acquisition Channels: Podcast (guesting) Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants operating in complex, high-trust environments like yours?5. When you’re dealing with critical initiatives where failure isn’t an option, how do you build trust and bring those deals across the line?6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consulting firm owner, if at all?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for execution and transformation work over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Cenee' LaTulippeWebsite Link: https://5280pmo.com/Connect with Cenee' LaTulippe on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cenee-latulippe-a876396/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Influence Without Persuading Through Leadership Storytelling With Esther Choy

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Esther Choy has spent over a decade helping leaders turn complex ideas into compelling narratives. Through her work at Leadership Story Lab and with clients like BP, PwC, and United Airlines, she has seen firsthand how the right story can unlock deals, shift perspectives, and accelerate decisions. Her approach is structured, practical, and rooted in real business outcomes. At the core of her methodology is a simple framework, Intriguing beginning, Riveting middle, Satisfying end (IRS). But what makes her work stand out is the shift away from persuasion toward curiosity and facilitation. Instead of pushing ideas, she teaches leaders to uncover stories that resonate with their audience and let those stories do the work. For consulting firm owners, this is directly applicable.Whether it’s winning a proposal, aligning stakeholders, or leading transformation, storytelling becomes a strategic tool, not a soft skill. Esther’s perspective challenges the traditional “expert positioning” model and replaces it with a more effective approach: guide the conversation, and let the story carry the message.**********************************************************Proposed Interview Structure:1. What got you into leadership storytelling, and how did it become the core of your work today?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve when it comes to communication and influence, and why does solving this matter so much to you personally?3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in?4. How do you consistently position and market your expertise in storytelling to attract the right clients, especially now with the release of your new book "Winning Without Persuading", and with recognition like the Peabody Award-winning foreword by Gregory Warner? Sub Question: You’ve built content and a podcast, how do you see podcasting fitting into a consultant’s marketing strategy today?5. Storytelling can feel intangible, how do you sell your work in a way that makes the ROI clear and compelling?6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as you continue to grow your work in leadership storytelling (if at all)?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for leadership storytelling in consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Esther ChoyWebsite Link: https://www.leadershipstorylab.com/Connect with Esther Choy on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estherchoy/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    Catalyzing Remarkable Results for Clients With Steve Dennis

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Steve Dennis brings a rare combination of operator credibility and advisory influence. After leading strategy at Neiman Marcus, he built SageBerry Consulting into a practice and media business that works with Fortune 500 companies, startups, and global brands navigating digital disruption and shifting customer expectations. His focus is on helping companies become more remarkable and taking the leads they must to stay relevant in an era of intense and rapid disruption. The work starts with clarity: understanding what actually matters to customers, aligning the organization around it, and realizing that playing it safe is often the riskiest choice we can take. For consultants, this conversation is a practical look at how to position yourself as a trusted advisor in complex and ever changing environments.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions:1. You’ve had a long career as an operator before becoming an advisor, what pulled you into this next phase of your work? 2. When you step into a company today, what’s the core transformation challenge you’re helping leaders solve, and why is that problem so important for you personally? 3. What types of organizations do you tend to work with today, and at what point do they realize they need to think differently? 4. Your work is very driven by thought leadership, books, speaking, podcasting, how has that shaped the way opportunities come to you today? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Podcast (guesting), Podcast (hosting), Speaking engagements Sub Question: You’ve built a successful podcast in your space, what role do you think podcasting plays for consultants who want to build authority? 5. When you engage with a leadership team, what does your process look like to move from insight to actual transformation? 6. Your work is largely referral-driven, what do you think you do that makes clients come back and continue to trust you over time? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a strategic advisor in a rapidly evolving retail landscape (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for helping companies become “remarkable” over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Steve DennisWebsite Link: https://stevenpdennis.com/Connect with Steve Dennis on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpdennis/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Turn Accidental Managers into High-Performance Leaders With Dominic Ashley-Timms

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod*********************************************************************Dominic Ashley-Timms operates at the intersection of leadership development, behavioural change, and measurable business performance. After leading major consulting programmes across 37 countries, he shifted his focus to one persistent issue: most managers are never trained to manage. Through Notion, Dominic developed Operational Coaching®, a practical approach that embeds coaching into the daily flow of work rather than treating it as an additional task. The result is a fundamental shift from “superworker” managers who solve everything themselves to “enablers” who unlock the potential of their teams. What makes his work stand out is the emphasis on measurable outcomes. Backed by research, including studies with the London School of Economics, his programmes have demonstrated significant improvements in productivity, engagement, and retention, alongside reported returns as high as 74x. This is not leadership theory; it’s operational capability.*********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting, and what led you to focus so deeply on management capability? 2. What specific problem are you solving for your clients, and why does it matter so much for you personally to fix it? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically makes the decision to invest in your programmes? 4. How do organisations typically find you, and what’s worked best to position Notion in a crowded leadership development space? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Google Ads, Webinars, Podcast (guesting), Speaking engagements, Cold outreach Sub Question: What do you think about podcasts as a marketing channel for consulting and leadership advisory businesses?5. When you’re selling something as behavioural and long-term as management transformation, how do you build conviction and bring deals to a close? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term partnerships with you? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as you scale Notion and your work as a consultant (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for management capability and Operational Coaching® over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Dominic Ashley-TimmsWebsite Link: http://starmanager.global/Connect with Dominic Ashley-Timms on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-ashley-timms/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Sustainable Growth Through Fractional Leadership With Ned Fasullo

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Ned Fasullo has spent three decades operating at the intersection of strategy and execution. From C-level roles to advisory positions, he’s built a career helping organizations translate ambition into measurable growth, especially in complex, multi-industry environments. Today, through Velocity Partners Group, he works as a fractional leader across sales, marketing, operations, and technology. His approach is pragmatic: align the right systems, people, and processes, and growth follows. That’s particularly relevant for small and mid-sized businesses that need executive-level thinking without enterprise-level cost structures. This conversation is a grounded look at what actually drives results in consulting: not theory, but consistent execution, strong networks, and the ability to solve real business problems across functions.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions:1. What got you into consulting after years of operating in Director, VP, and C-level roles? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that problem matter to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in or hire a fractional leader like you? 4. How are you currently generating opportunities for your consulting work, what’s actually working for you right now? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Speaking engagements, Cold outreach Sub Question: What’s your take on podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants and advisors in your space? 5. When you’re in conversations with potential clients, how do you move from initial interest to a signed engagement? 6. Once a client starts working with you, how do you retain them, keep them coming back, and build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now in your consulting business, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for fractional leadership and advisory work over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Ned FasulloWebsite Link: https://www.velocitypartnersgroup.com/Connect with Ned Fasullo on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nedfasullo/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Real Culture Transformation Through Human-Centered Leadership With Aurora Archer

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Aurora Archer operates at a level most consultants never reach: the intersection of culture, leadership, and systems design. Through The Opt-In™, she works directly with executive teams and boards to embed equity, emotional intelligence, and accountability into how organizations actually function, not just how they present themselves. Her perspective challenges a common assumption in consulting, that culture is secondary to strategy. For Aurora, culture is the strategy. The way people experience themselves inside an organization directly shapes performance, innovation, and long-term relevance. What makes her work particularly relevant for consulting firm owners is the shift from advisory to transformation. She’s not selling frameworks, she’s guiding leaders through deep internal change. That requires a different level of trust, positioning, and delivery that most consultants struggle to build. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting, and what led you to focus specifically on culture and leadership at the executive level? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve it? 3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in at that level? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best for you to attract the kind of executive-level engagements you focus on? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Speaking engagements, Cold outreach Sub Question: You also host The Opt-In podcast, how do you see podcasting as a tool for building authority in your space? 5. Your work requires deep trust, how do you move from an initial conversation to actually closing high-level transformation engagements? 6. Once you’re working with a client, how do you ensure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant in your space (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for culture transformation and leadership work over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Aurora ArcherWebsite Link: https://theopt-in.com/Connect with Aurora Archer on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/auroraarcher/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Lead Through Complexity and AI Disruption Through Adaptive Governance With Jill Hinson

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Jill Hinson operates where most consultants struggle: at the intersection of governance, leadership behavior, and systemic change. Her work focuses on helping boards and executive teams move beyond outdated, linear approaches to transformation and instead build adaptive systems that can handle volatility, especially in the context of AI and rapid disruption. What stands out in Jill’s approach is her ability to bridge hard strategy with human dynamics. She doesn’t just redesign governance structures, she surfaces the invisible patterns, power dynamics, and trust gaps that often determine whether change efforts succeed or fail. This is where most organizations get stuck: not in strategy, but in execution shaped by human behavior. For consulting leaders, this conversation is a sharp reminder that the future of advisory work is not just expertise, it’s the ability to help clients think, decide, and lead differently when the old playbooks stop working.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting, and specifically into working at the board and governance level? 2. What specific problem are you helping boards and CEOs solve today, and why does solving that problem matter so much to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and at what level do you typically engage, boards, CEOs, or executive teams? 4. How do clients typically find you, especially given the seniority of the people you work with? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral Sub Question: What’s your view on podcasting as a marketing channel for someone operating at your level of consulting? 5. When you’re dealing with boards and large organizations, sales cycles can be long and complex, how do you build trust and move engagements forward? 6. How do you retain clients at that level, what do you do to keep them coming back and build long-term advisory relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant working with boards and senior leaders (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for your work in governance, change, and leadership over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Jill HinsonWebsite Link: https://change-fusion.com/Connect with Jill Hinson on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-hinson-aa09454/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Turn Strategy Into Measurable Client Results Through Outcome Alignment With Steve Miksta

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Most consulting engagements focus on tools: CRMs, dashboards, automation, AI. Steve takes a different view. The real constraint isn’t technology, it’s misalignment. When teams define success differently, even the best systems create more chaos instead of clarity. Steve built the Outcome Operating System to solve exactly that. His approach forces organizations to define what success actually looks like, align leadership around it, and then use technology to execute, not guess. The result is faster decision-making, clearer priorities, and systems that actually scale. This conversation is especially relevant for consultants working with growth-stage companies. If your clients are overwhelmed by tools but still struggling to execute, this episode will give you a sharper lens, and a more effective way to intervene. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did your background in mortgage and sales shape the way you approach building systems today? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that matter to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best for you to consistently attract the right kind of business? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants and operators in your space? 5. When you’re selling something as nuanced as alignment and execution, how do you guide clients from initial interest to full commitment? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you’re building long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as you build and scale Oppty (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for outcome-driven consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Steve MikstaWebsite Link: https://opptyunlimited.com/Connect with Steve Miksta on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevemiksta/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Culture Change and Unlock Performance Through Better Conversations With Gustavo Razzetti

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Most consulting conversations focus on strategy, structure, or execution. Gustavo takes a different angle: performance breaks down when teams avoid the hard conversations. What he calls “conversational debt” quietly accumulates, leading to poor decisions, false alignment, and stalled progress. Through his Forward Talk framework, Gustavo helps leaders surface tension early, challenge groupthink, and create environments where speaking up is expected, not avoided. The result is not just better communication, but stronger accountability and faster decision-making. For consulting leaders, this is a shift in leverage. Culture isn’t a soft topic, it’s operational. And conversations are the mechanism through which culture is built, tested, and scaled. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting after a long career in marketing and advertising, and what pushed you to focus on culture specifically? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving it matter so much to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in? 4. How have you built awareness and demand around your work, what’s worked best to attract the right clients? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content Sub Question: What’s your perspective on podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants in your space? 5. When you’re dealing with culture transformation, how do you move from initial conversations to real commitment and signed engagements? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now (if at all) as you continue growing Fearless Culture and your body of work? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for culture design and conversational work over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Gustavo RazzettiWebsite Link: https://www.fearlessculture.design/Connect with Gustavo Razzetti on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gustavorazzetti/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Multi-Unit Growth by Fixing Execution Gaps in Franchise Systems With April Porter

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************April Porter’s path into consulting isn’t conventional. She started as a prosecuting attorney and judge before stepping into entrepreneurship as a franchise owner. That shift exposed her to a different kind of pressure, not legal outcomes, but operational performance, team management, and financial sustainability. What makes her work stand out is her focus on the gap between knowing and doing. Across dozens of franchise systems, she observed a recurring issue: training is delivered, but not installed. That gap creates inconsistency, underperformance, and friction between franchisors and operators. Today, through Secretsos™ and her advisory work, she helps franchisees think and operate like CEOs, within the constraints of a franchise model. Her approach combines business intelligence, behavioral systems, and scalable execution frameworks to help owners move from single-unit survival to multi-unit growth. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting, especially coming from a legal background as an attorney and judge? 2. What specific problem are you helping franchisees and franchisors solve today, and why does solving that matter so much to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically makes the decision to bring you in? 4. How do clients usually find you, and what has worked best to build authority in the franchising space? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Podcast (guesting), Podcast (hosting), Speaking engagements Sub Question: What’s your view on podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants working with franchise or multi-unit businesses? 5. When you’re dealing with multiple stakeholders in franchise systems, how do you navigate the sales process and bring engagements to a close? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with you? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant in the franchising space (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for improving franchisee performance and multi-unit growth over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about April PorterWebsite Link: https://askaprilporter.com/Connect with April Porter on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilporterbrands/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Profitability in Trade Businesses Through Structured Coaching With Owen Watson

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Owen Watson has spent over 30 years building, scaling, and exiting businesses across multiple industries. From securing national supply contracts with major insurers and developers to launching and selling his own ventures, his career has been grounded in execution, negotiation, and consistent growth. Today, as the founder of Brick Pig Coaching,Owen works closely with business owners, executives, and tradies to help them move from reactive operations to structured, profitable businesses. His philosophy is simple but effective: long-term success comes from discipline, planning, and making intentional choices, what he calls becoming a “brick pig.”This episode explores how consulting principles apply in the trades sector, where many business owners are technically skilled but lack the systems and strategy to scale. Owen’s approach offers a clear lens into how consultants can create real impact in practical, results-driven environments.**********************************************************Proposed Interview Structure:1. What got you into coaching and consulting after building and exiting your own businesses?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve that?3. Who are your ideal clients within the trades today, and who typically makes the decision to bring you in?4. How do clients typically find Brick Pig Coaching, and what’s worked best to attract the right type of business owners? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Google Ads, Meta Ads, Speaking engagements Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants working with trades or similar industries?5. When a potential client comes in, how do you structure your sales process to move them from interest to commitment?6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with you?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now in your business as a coach (if at all)?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for coaching and consulting in trade businesses over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Owen WatsonWebsite Link: https://brickpig.com.au/Connect with Owen Watson on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/owenbrickpigcoaching/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Enterprise Value (Not Just Activity) Through Transformation and M&A With Satish Peddada

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Satish operates where stakes are highest: post-merger integrations, ownership transitions, and large-scale transformations. His work centers on a simple but often ignored idea, enterprise value doesn’t come from activity, it comes from disciplined execution tied to financial outcomes. Across engagements, this has translated into $10M+ in cost savings and measurable margin improvements. What sets his perspective apart is the shift from traditional consulting structures (PMOs, transformation programs) to value-centric systems, what he calls “Value Offices,” governance compression, and value architecture. These are not frameworks for presentation, they are mechanisms for accelerating EBITDA impact, improving decision velocity, and preventing value leakage. For consulting leaders, this conversation is a reality check. It challenges how services are packaged, how impact is measured, and where consultants should actually focus their attention if they want to operate at the CEO and board level.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Structure:1. What got you into consulting, and how did you evolve into advising CEOs and Boards at these critical inflection points? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that problem matter to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who typically brings you into these transformation or M&A situations? 4. Your content has a very strong point of view around value and execution, how do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best to attract the right engagements? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool for someone operating at the CEO and Board level? 5. When you're working at that level, how do you move from an initial conversation to becoming a trusted advisor on high-stakes decisions? 6. How do you personally build long-term relationships with clients, what do you do to ensure they keep coming back and continue to trust you at each new inflection point? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant, especially as you balance scaling StrategyStack with your advisory work? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for enterprise value creation and transformation over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Satish PeddadaWebsite Link: http://www.strategystackconsulting.com/Connect with Satish Peddada on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/satishpeddada/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Client Results Through Behavioural Change With Lily Newman

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Lily Newman has spent the last two decades working at the intersection of leadership, behaviour, and performance. Through her firm, Morgan James Consulting, she helps leaders align culture, strategy, and people, not as abstract concepts, but as practical levers for growth. Her work spans SMEs to global organisations, including programmes like Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Small Businesses initiative.What stands out in Lily’s approach is her focus on behaviour. She doesn’t just advise on strategy, she helps leaders understand why people act the way they do, and how to shift those patterns. That’s often where real transformation happens: not in frameworks, but in mindset and execution.Alongside her consulting work, Lily has played a key role as a Non-Executive Director in scaling businesses, supporting leadership teams through periods of rapid growth and change. Her perspective combines hands-on consulting with board-level insight, a valuable combination for any consulting firm owner looking to grow sustainably.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Structure:1. What got you into consulting, and what led you to focus so deeply on behaviour and leadership?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve when it comes to behaviour and leadership, and why does solving that matter so much to you personally?3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who inside the organization typically drives the decision to work with you?4. How have you built your reputation over the past 25 years, what has consistently worked to attract the right clients to Morgan James Consulting?Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Google Ads, Speaking engagementsSub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants in your space?5. When you're selling leadership and behavioural change work, how do you create enough trust and urgency for decision-makers to move forward?6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now in your consulting business, if at all?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for behavioural leadership and consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Lily NewmanWebsite Link: https://www.morganjamesconsulting.co.uk/Connect with Lily Newman on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lily-newman-5b245814/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How Consultants Can Turn Employee Data Into High-Value Client Outcomes With Kris Erickson

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Kris Erickson operates at the intersection of data and human behavior. Through Workforce Science Associates, she has built one of the largest global datasets on employee experience, giving her a unique vantage point on what actually drives engagement, and what doesn’t. Her work is grounded in a simple idea: most organizations are sitting on data, but very few know how to translate it into action. That gap is where she focuses. Not more surveys, but better decisions.For consulting firm owners, this conversation is a reminder that insight alone isn’t valuable. The differentiator is the ability to turn complexity into clear, practical steps that leaders can execute.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Structure:1. What got you into consulting, and how did you end up focusing on employee experience specifically?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that problem matter so much to you personally?3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who are the decision-makers you typically work with?4. How do clients typically find you, and what have you found works best to attract the right type of organizations? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Webinars, Podcast (guesting), Speaking engagements, Cold outreach Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing channel for consulting firms in your space?5. When you’re selling a data-driven and often complex service, how do you communicate the value in a way that gets clients to move forward?6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you’re building long-term relationships?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant in your business (if at all)?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for employee experience and engagement consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Kris EricksonWebsite Link: https://workforcescience.com/Connect with Kris Erickson on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kriserickson402/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Win High-Value Clients Through Positioning and Authority (Not Content) With Jonny Staker

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Jonny Staker brings a rare perspective to consulting, one shaped by building and exiting multiple companies, not just advising them. His experience spans leading a $435M P&L, executing global M&A, and working with top-tier operators across private equity, tech, and enterprise. Today, through Vanquish, he helps expertise-driven firms rethink how they position themselves and win work. His core thesis challenges a lot of what consultants believe about growth. The old model, content, funnels, and volume, worked when attention was scarce and publishing signaled credibility. That dynamic is breaking. AI has commoditized content, and with it, the assumption that visibility equals expertise.For consultants, this creates both a problem and an opportunity. The problem: what used to work is producing weaker results. The opportunity: those who build real authority, sharpen their positioning, and operate from genuine expertise can stand out faster than ever. Jonny’s work sits exactly in that shift.*********************************************************************Proposed Interview Structure:1. What led you from building and exiting companies into founding Vanquish and working with consulting and expertise-driven firms?2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve it?3. Who are your ideal clients at Vanquish today, and who typically holds the decision to bring you in?4. Given your view that content is becoming commoditized, how are you thinking about marketing your own business today? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Webinars, Podcast (guesting), Cold outreach Sub Question: What role do you think podcasts still play for someone in your position, working with high-level clients?5. When you’re engaging with senior decision-makers, PE firms, founders, executives, how do you structure the sales process to actually close?6. How do you personally retain clients, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that relationships compound over time?7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now building Vanquish (if at all)?8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for your work at Vanquish over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Jonny StakerWebsite Link: https://www.vanquishconsulting.io/Connect with Jonny Staker on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnystaker/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build a Brand That Drives Growth Through Emotional Marketing With Mark Arnold

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Mark Arnold sits at the intersection of branding, strategy, and execution. With a background as a senior executive in a credit union and now leading his own consulting firm, he brings both operator and advisor perspectives to the table. His work focuses on helping financial institutions clarify their positioning and translate that into consistent, effective marketing. A key theme in Mark’s approach is that marketing is not transactional, it’s emotional. Whether it’s a financial product or a consulting service, decisions are driven more by feelings than logic. This shifts how consultants should think about messaging, storytelling, and client engagement. For consulting firm owners, this conversation is a reminder that growth doesn’t come from sporadic campaigns. It comes from consistent, compound marketing, clear messaging, repeated over time, aligned with strategy and executed across the entire organization.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did your experience inside a credit union shape the way you run On The Mark Strategies today? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve when it comes to branding and strategy, and why does solving that problem matter so much to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and within those organizations, who typically makes the decision to bring you in? 4. How do clients typically find you today, and what has worked best for you to consistently attract the right consulting engagements? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral Sub Question: What’s your perspective on podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants and firms in your space? 5. When you’re talking to a potential client, how do you move them from interest to actually committing to a strategic engagement with you? 6. How do you personally retain clients, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant running On The Mark Strategies (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for branding and strategic consulting over the next few years?*******************************************************************************************************************************************Know more about Mark ArnoldWebsite Link: https://onthemarkstrategies.com/Connect with Mark Arnold on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmarkarnold/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Win High-Value CEO Advisory Work Through Leadership Alignment With Kat Rippy

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Kat Rippy works at the intersection of leadership, strategy, and organizational effectiveness. For over two decades, she has helped mid-sized companies navigate critical inflection points, scaling, succession, and realignment, by focusing on what most consultants overlook: leadership alignment and energy. Her approach is grounded in a simple idea: businesses don’t move forward because of better dashboards, they move forward when leadership teams are clear, aligned, and intentional. Through executive facilitation, strategic planning, and immersive retreats, she helps leadership teams shift how they think, operate, and make decisions. For consulting firm owners, this conversation is a reminder that real impact comes from influencing how leaders show up, not just what they do. Kat’s model shows how to position yourself closer to the CEO, own higher-value conversations, and deliver outcomes that stick.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did you end up advising CEOs and executive teams at this level? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve that? 3. Who are your ideal clients, and at what moment do they typically realize they need your support? 4. How do CEOs and leadership teams typically find you, and what has worked best for you to attract the right clients? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Speaking engagements Sub Question: What’s your perspective on podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants working with executive audiences? 5. When you’re dealing with CEOs and boards, how do you move from an initial conversation to a committed advisory engagement? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that the relationship compounds? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now in your business as a consultant, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for leadership advisory and organizational effectiveness consulting over the next few years?**********************************************************************Know more about Kat RippyWebsite Link: http://www.energizeleadership.com/Connect with Kat Rippy on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krippy/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build High-Performing Teams Through Strengths-Based Leadership With Colleen DelVecchio

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Colleen DelVecchio has spent more than two decades working at the intersection of leadership development, coaching, and organizational change. As the founder of Maxady, she has evolved her business from a solo consultancy into a team of certified coaches and trainers, delivering measurable impact across organizations. Her work is grounded in CliftonStrengths, but what stands out is how she operationalizes it. This isn’t abstract coaching, it’s about helping leaders and teams increase performance, engagement, and clarity in how they work together. Beyond consulting, Colleen is also building a media layer with her podcast, Embrace the Squiggle, where she explores non-linear career paths. That combination of consulting, speaking, and content creates a well-rounded growth engine worth studying for any consulting firm owner.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did your early experience shape the work you do today? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve that? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and what does the buying process typically look like on their side? 4. You’ve built visibility through speaking, workshops, and your podcast, what has worked best for you to consistently attract new clients? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Podcast (hosting), Speaking engagements Sub Question: You host a podcast yourself (Embrace the Squiggle), How do you see podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants in your space? 5. When you’re selling leadership development and coaching, how do you position the value and bring deals to a close? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships? 7. As someone who has scaled from solo to a team of 10, where do you find yourself most challenged today (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for strengths-based leadership and team development over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Colleen DelVecchio Website Link: https://www.maxady.com/Connect with Colleen DelVecchio on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/comara/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How Consultants Can Help Leaders Build High-Trust Cultures That Actually Perform With Laurel Smylie

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Laurel Smylie helps companies tackle one of the most overlooked drivers of business performance: the quality of leadership and culture inside the organization. As Managing Partner at Four Letter Consulting, she works with senior teams to strengthen leadership capability, improve team dynamics, and create environments where people are engaged and accountable. Before launching her firm, Laurel spent nearly a decade at Great Place to Work Institute advising organizations on building high-trust workplaces. Her work included assessing culture, guiding leadership teams through organizational change, and supporting companies seeking to build workplaces where trust, pride, and camaraderie are real, not aspirational. In this episode, we unpack how consultants can approach culture and leadership development in practical ways, from working with senior executives to creating sustainable behavior change across teams.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What originally pulled you into the world of leadership development and organizational consulting? 2. What specific problem are you helping organizations solve when they bring you in, and why does solving that problem matter so much to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who are the decision makers you typically work with inside those organizations? 4. How do clients typically find you today, and what has worked best for attracting new consulting and coaching engagements? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Certification roster Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants working in leadership and culture? 5. When you’re speaking with a potential client about culture or leadership work, how do you typically move that conversation toward a real consulting engagement? 6. Once you’re working with a client, how do you retain them over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a leadership and culture consultant, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for leadership and culture consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Laurel SmylieWebsite Link: https://fourletterconsulting.com/Connect with Laurel Smylie on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurel-smylie/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Client Results Through Team Cohesion & Human Centered Leadership With Tara Powers

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Tara Powers has built her firm at the intersection of consulting, coaching, and leadership development. Over the past 25+ years, she has worked with more than 350 companies and 30,000 leaders, helping them improve how teams operate, communicate, and perform. Her approach blends strategic consulting with coaching and structured frameworks like Everything DiSC and The Five Behaviors. The result is not just insight, but behavior change that sticks, something many consulting firms struggle to deliver. For consultants, this hybrid model is key: clients don’t just need recommendations, they need transformation inside teams. And that requires combining advisory work with coaching and implementation.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What got you into consulting and coaching, and how did you end up focusing on leadership and team development? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why is it personally important for you to solve it? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who inside the organization typically decides to bring you in? 4. How have you built a consistent flow of clients over the years across both consulting and coaching engagements? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Speaking engagements Sub Question: What’s your view on podcasting as a marketing tool for leadership and consulting businesses? 5. When you’re dealing with multiple stakeholders in an organization, how do you move from initial conversations to a signed engagement? 6. How do you retain clients over time, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with your firm? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consulting and coaching firm leader, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for leadership and team development work over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Tara PowersWebsite Link: https://www.powersresourcecenter.com/Connect with Tara Powers on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarapowers/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How Consultants Can Deliver Scalable Salesforce Projects & Fix the Ones That Fail With Amnon Kruvi

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Amnon Kruvi operates at the intersection of deep technical expertise and practical business outcomes. As Director of The Architech Club, he focuses on getting Salesforce implementations right the first time, and stepping in when they’re not. His work highlights a recurring issue in consulting: projects that prioritize speed over structure often create bigger problems later. Alongside his advisory work, Amnon is the founder of Kruvi Solutions, where he developed Isimio, a workforce management platform tailored to staffing and recruitment firms. His approach combines AI, CRM architecture, and operational workflows to improve both internal efficiency and candidate experience. This conversation is particularly relevant for consulting firm owners navigating complex implementations. It’s a grounded look at how strong architecture, clear thinking, and productization can turn consulting work into scalable, repeatable impact. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did you end up specializing so deeply in Salesforce architecture? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does it matter so much for you personally to solve it? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and what makes a company a strong fit for your architecture-first approach? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what has worked best for you to build authority in such a technical and niche space? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Speaking engagements, Cold outreach, Partnership Sub Question: What’s your view on podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants in the Salesforce and tech ecosystem? 5. When you’re brought into complex or failing Salesforce projects, how do you structure your sales process to quickly build trust and close the engagement? 6. How do you retain clients over time, and what do you do specifically to make sure they keep coming back and build long-term relationships with you? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant running both an advisory practice and a product company? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for Salesforce consulting and workforce management technology over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Amnon KruviWebsite Link: https://architechclub.com/Connect with Amnon Kruvi on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amnonk/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Drive Customer Adoption Through Uncommon Commercialization Strategies With Craig T. Ingram

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Craig operates at the intersection of strategy, sales, and execution. His work is focused on one outcome: customer adoption. Not vanity metrics, not theoretical growth, real usage, real revenue. Across startups and large organizations, he has repeatedly taken underperforming commercialization strategies and rebuilt them into scalable growth engines. What stands out in Craig’s approach is his emphasis on “uncommon” thinking. He challenges traditional go-to-market playbooks, especially in complex healthcare environments where buying decisions are fragmented and slow. His use of neuro-emotional sales communication and deeply targeted positioning is designed to break through that complexity. For consulting firm owners, this conversation is a reminder that strategy alone isn’t enough. Execution, messaging, and market alignment determine whether a client engagement succeeds or fails. Craig brings a practical lens to what actually drives adoption, and what consultants need to do differently to deliver results. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What got you into consulting, and how did your early experience in MedTech shape that path? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve when it comes to commercialization and customer adoption, and why does solving that matter to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and in healthcare especially, who are the real decision-makers you need to influence? 4. When it comes to your own business, how do clients typically find you, and what’s worked best to attract the right opportunities? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Speaking engagements, Cold outreach Sub Question: What’s your perspective on podcasting as a marketing channel for consultants in the healthcare and MedTech space? 5. In your own consulting work, how do you move prospects from initial conversations to signed engagements, especially given the complexity of your space? 6. How do you personally retain clients, what do you do to make sure they keep coming back and that you build long-term relationships? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a consultant, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for commercialization in MedTech and healthcare over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Craig T. IngramWebsite Link: http://www.medicalsalesgrowth.com/Connect with Craig T. Ingram on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigtingram/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build Real Enterprise Value and Exit Well in an AI-Driven Market With Spencer Gallagher

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Spencer Gallagher has lived the full agency journey. He started with £4,500 and a shed in his late mother’s garden, grew Bluhalo into a top 10 UK digital agency, and successfully exited to Gyro (now part of Dentsu). That experience shaped his understanding of what it truly takes to build, scale, and sell a professional services firm. Rather than stepping away after his exit, Spencer went on to advise thousands of agency founders through Cactus, Europe’s leading agency growth and M&A advisory. Along the way, he co-authored Agencynomics, the world’s best-selling book on agency growth, and helped founders avoid common traps around growth, profitability, and deal-making. Today, Spencer is a founding partner at bluhalo®, an M&A practice built for the age of AI. He works closely with consulting firms, agencies, and professional service businesses to help them scale efficiently, align culture with value creation, and exit on the right terms, not just the highest multiple. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What first got you into the agency and consulting world, and how did those early setbacks shape how you operate today? 2. What is the core problem you’re solving today for agency and consulting firm owners, and why does it matter so much now? 3. Who do you work with most today, and who are the real decision-makers when it comes to growth or exit decisions? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what’s actually worked best for you in attracting the right kind of opportunities? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Webinars, Podcast (guesting), Speaking engagements, Cold outreach Sub Question: And specifically, what’s your view on podcasts as a marketing tool for consultants and agency leaders? 5. M&A and advisory sales cycles can be long and complex, how do you typically build trust and bring deals over the line? 6. Once a client starts working with you, how do you retain them over the long term, what do you deliberately do to keep relationships strong, relevant, and recurring? 7. Given everything you’re building right now, advisory, M&A, non-exec work, where do you personally find yourself most challenged or constrained, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunities for your work over the next few years, especially with AI and consolidation accelerating?*********************************************************************Know more about Spencer GallagherWebsite Link: https://www.bluhalo.com/Connect with Spencer Gallagher on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencergallagher/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Scale Globally With Strategic Alignment With Ciara Lewin

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Ciara Lewin has spent more than two decades advising companies on global expansion, strategic alignment, and cross-border business growth. As the founder of Elite Precision Consulting, she works with organizations across healthcare, finance, technology, and talent to help them expand internationally with clarity and cultural intelligence. Her approach centers on what she calls “Business Serenity”, a structured, strategic way for leaders to scale without chaos. Instead of chasing capital or expansion blindly, Ciara helps companies build the governance, operational structure, and capital frameworks that make growth sustainable. Beyond consulting, Ciara also founded The Mind Embassy, a research initiative exploring the intersection of neuroscience, culture, and human development. Across her work, the theme is consistent: building organizations that are not only profitable, but intentional and globally aligned.**********************************************************************Proposed Interview Questions: 1. What originally led you into consulting and global business strategy? 2. What specific problem are you helping your clients solve today, and why does solving that problem matter so much to you personally? 3. Who are your ideal clients today, and who are the decision makers that usually bring you into an engagement? 4. How do clients typically find you today, and what has worked best for you when it comes to attracting the right consulting opportunities? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Webinars, Speaking engagements Sub Question: What do you think about podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants and advisors? 5. Consulting often involves multiple stakeholders and long decision cycles. When you're working with executives or investors, how do you usually move an opportunity from initial conversation to a signed engagement? 6. Once you start working with a client, how do you make sure they keep coming back? What’s your approach to building long-term relationships instead of one-off consulting projects? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a global consultant (if at all)? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunity for global expansion consulting over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Ciara LewinWebsite Link: https://eliteprecisionconsulting.com/Connect with Ciara Lewin on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/letscallciara/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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    How to Build a Profitable, People-Driven Firm with Strategic Leadership With Krystal Champlin-Gerage

    Look into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)Want to solve Branding and Lead-Gen for good for your B2B Business? Download our Completed Playbook for FREE: https://ghapodcast.com/b2b-podcasting-secrets-pod**********************************************************************Krystal Champlin-Gerage brings over a decade of hands-on experience helping law firms and professional service organizations grow with intention. As CEO of RJH Consulting and founder of Maverick Coaching Solutions, she works at the intersection of strategy, operations, and leadership. Her work focuses on helping firm owners move beyond day-to-day firefighting by implementing clear strategic plans, stronger systems, and leadership accountability. The result is not just better numbers, but healthier teams and more resilient businesses. In this conversation, we’ll unpack what consultants and firm leaders can learn from the legal industry about operational rigor, client experience, and why mindset and leadership development are often the real growth levers. ********************************************************** Proposed Interview Structure: 1. What originally got you into consulting and working so closely with law firms and professional service organizations? 2. What is the core problem you see most firm owners struggling with today, and why does it matter so much to you? 3. Who are your ideal clients now, and who usually makes the final decision to bring you in? 4. How do clients typically find you, and what has worked best for attracting the right type of engagements? Current Acquisition Channels: Referral, Content, Google Ads, Meta Ads, Podcast (guesting), Speaking engagements Sub Question: What’s your view on podcasting as a marketing tool for consultants and coaches in professional services? 5. Law firms and consulting engagements often involve long sales cycles. How do you usually move from first conversation to signed engagement? 6. How do you personally ensure clients stay engaged, keep coming back, and view you as a long-term partner rather than a short-term fix? 7. Where do you find yourself most stuck right now as a business owner, if at all? 8. Looking ahead, where do you see the biggest opportunities for your work over the next few years?*********************************************************************Know more about Krystal Champlin-GerageWebsite Link: https://www.rjhconsulting.com/Connect with Krystal Champlin-Gerage on LinkedInLinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krystalchamplin/Apply to be a guest on Consulting Leaders:https://ghapodcast.com/application-to-be-a-guest-on-consulting-leaders/

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Consulting Leaders brings together the sharpest minds in the consulting world, revealing how top professionals think, build trust, and grow thriving practices. Hosted by Guillaume Jouvencel, ex-PwC and co-founder of GHA Marketing, the show offers rare conversations with consultants who lead by example.

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Consulting Leaders brings together the sharpest minds in the consulting world, revealing how top professionals think, build trust, and grow thriving practices. Hosted by Guillaume Jouvencel, ex-PwC and co-founder of GHA Marketing, the show offers rare conversations with consultants who lead by...

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