There’s a lot in the game and in life you can’t control – but you can always control Focus, Attitude, Effort. – Lauren Glenn
On this Leadership LevelUp Podcast… “You mimic and emulate what you saw and then you make it your own as you learn more about yourself and what things fit your belief system and who you…
Knowing People As People – Maureen Powell
Tune in for conversation on leadership, feedback, guidance, growth, knowing people, culture, and more! Meet Your Guest Maureen Powell Ms. Powell is Site Head of…
Space To Play Their Part – Barbi Brewer-Watson
How do you make sure that each member of your team has the space to play their part? In the City of Kankakee, there is talk that the “City is Rising”, but what does this…
The Ripple Effect – Aaron Clark
“If we don’t get the next generation, we’re going to have big problems in the future”. When Aaron Clark returned to Kankakee from living in Atlanta, his first stop coming into town was…
“Friendraising” Building Relationships, Building Trust – Matt McBurnie
“If they’re inviting me, I’m showing up.” While his journey to leadership was often unexpected, Matt shares that it was a “natural progression for where I am.” Relationships are everything. “If they’re inviting me, I’m…
You’re Not Just Doing Work; You Are Leading People – Staci Wilken
“You’re Not Just Doing Work; You Are Leading People.” Stepping into a leadership role is intimidating, and this feeling is unchanging even if the role is one you have curated for yourself. Staci Wilken has…
What It Means To Serve Your Community Well – Jeff Hammes
“People are our most important asset.” In this episode, Jeff Hammes and Dr. Jeff Williamson discuss the importance of maintaining servant minded leadership as individuals and in managing a business. President and CEO of People’s…
Theme For Success: Passionately Pursuing What You Love – Dr. Genevra Walters
So many good leaders didn’t start with their eye on XYZ target. They start as purely passionate individuals. How can we be guaranteed success? In this episode, Dr. Genevra Walters and Dr. Jeff Williamson delve…
I Wish I Had Started This Sooner – Brian Prairie
Brian T. Prairie, co-founder of Converge’s sponsor, Pathfinder, discusses his career timeline and the process of starting a full-service creative & marketing agency in Kankakee County. Brian notes the key difference between working a job that…
The Power of Your Impact and Perseverance – Dustin Kooy
“That negative mindset affects everyone around you.” Dustin Kooy, Real Estate Broker at Keller Williams Preferred Realty and founder of Duncan Home Buyers and Sky Development, joins our hosts Jeff Williamson and Brian Prairie to…
