by Misti Burmeister | Jan 31, 2016 | Interviews with Provokers |
This was quite possibly the most fun interview I’ve done. Dawnna’s approach to innovation is refreshing and practical. Throughout the interview, Dawnna give’s practical steps for companies—large and small—to remain relevant, to innovate, and to do so within budget....
by Misti Burmeister | Jan 2, 2016 | Interviews with Provokers |
The first time I met Ari was through his book, Zingerman’s Guide to Good Leading, Part 2; A Lapsed Anarchist’s Approach to Being a Better Leader. After underlining, circling, and writing all over the inside of his book, I couldn’t help but reach out and...
by Misti Burmeister | Nov 15, 2015 | Interviews with Provokers |
Dr. Michelle May was one of the highlights of my trip to the National Speakers Association’s Annual Convention this year. Her passion—born out of her own struggle with yo-yo dieting—is infectious. Through this interview, Michelle shares the most critical element of...
by Misti Burmeister | Oct 18, 2015 | Interviews with Provokers |
Jane Atkinson is a powerful person, with a mission to help speakers elevate their game and transform the lives of those their audiences. She’s so good that I hired her myself! She’s down-to-earth, practical, and vulnerable at the same time. She brought that same level...
by Misti Burmeister | Sep 6, 2015 | Interviews with Provokers |
Can you imagine being fired for initiative? Better yet, can you imagine firing an employee who consistently went above and beyond to serve your customer and reach your team goals? Of course not! Yet, this happens every day. And, it happened to Stacy. Not once, but 16...