This week on the Drop In CEO, visionary strategist Terry Earthwind Nichols shares how understanding body language can help you effectively communicate with your team. Listen in as Deborah and Terry discuss cultural differences in body language, how humans mirror behavior, and how we are impacted by the feelings attached to achievement.

Terry Earthwind Nichols is a Visionary Strategist for people who are looking for ‘achievement-based’ vs. ‘goals-based’ strategies for their business. Terry is the Chairman of Evolutionary Healer, a global transformational performance improvement company. When he’s not strategizing brilliant marketing plans with entrepreneurs, Terry can be found doing intriguing interviews, planning his next vacation, or savoring a Maker’s Mark Manhattan at his favorite restaurant.

You can connect with Terry in the following ways:

Website: http://www.EvolutionaryHealer.com

Facebook: @TerryNichols 

Facebook: @EvolutionaryHealerLLC 

Twitter: @EarthwindHealer 

LinkedIn: @TerryEarthwindNichols

 

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This week on the Drop In CEO, visionary strategist Terry Earthwind Nichols shares how understanding body language can help you effectively communicate with your team. Listen in as Deborah and Terry discuss cultural differences in body language, how humans mirror behavior, and how we are impacted by the feelings attached to achievement.
Terry Earthwind Nichols is a Visionary Strategist for people who are looking for &lsquo;achievement-based&rsquo; vs. &lsquo;goals-based&rsquo; strategies for their business. Terry is the Chairman of Evolutionary Healer, a global transformational performance improvement company. When he&rsquo;s not strategizing brilliant marketing plans with entrepreneurs, Terry can be found doing intriguing interviews, planning his next vacation, or savoring a Maker&rsquo;s Mark Manhattan at his favorite restaurant.
You can connect with Terry in the following ways:
Website: <a href="http://www.EvolutionaryHealer.com">http://www.EvolutionaryHealer.com</a>
Facebook: @TerryNichols 
Facebook: @EvolutionaryHealerLLC 
Twitter: @EarthwindHealer 
LinkedIn: @TerryEarthwindNichols
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This week on the Drop In CEO, visionary strategist Terry Earthwind Nichols shares how understanding body language can help you effectively communicate with your team. Listen in as Deborah and Terry discuss cultural differences in body language, how humans mirror behavior, and how we are impacted by the feelings attached to achievement.

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In this episode, Kon Apostolopoulos delves into the importance of leadership development, the four drivers of employee engagement—feeling valued, connected, productive, and supported—and how these elements contribute to a thriving workplace and long-term organizational success. Kon also shares insights from his experience as a CEO and founder of Fresh Biz Solutions, emphasizing the need for a new leadership playbook focused on human-centric principles.



Episode Highlights:

04:25 The Importance of Human-Centric Leadership

06:26 Engagement and Productivity in the Workplace

13:34 The Four Drivers of Engagement

19:15 The Power of Connection and Team Building

25:10 The Need for Purposeful Work



Kon Apostolopoulos is an international speaker and best-selling author. His latest book, “The Engagement Blueprint: Building a Culture of Commitment and Performance,” has sparked a movement to create more human workplaces for the benefit of employers and employees.



Drawing on many years of experience as a consultant and award-winning coach, Kon works with business owners and executives to help them ignite the fire in their people without burning them out. The secret is to leverage the four drivers of engagement that will create leaders at all levels of the organization and unlock the true potential of their workforce. As a global thought-leader and trusted partner, he is helping companies build resilience in the face of change, engage their people, and make workplace wellbeing their competitive advantage.



When not working with business leaders, “Coach Kon” gives back to his community by developing young soccer players to grow in confidence, embrace the challenge of healthy competition, and succeed as members of a team. After all, through sports we can teach important life skills!



How to connect with Kon:

Website: https://www.freshbizsolutions.com/

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachkon/



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In this episode, Kon Apostolopoulos delves into the importance of leadership development, the four drivers of employee engagement—feeling valued, connected, productive, and supported—and how these elements contribute to a thriving workplace and long-term organizational success. Kon also shares insights from his experience as a CEO and founder of Fresh Biz Solutions, emphasizing the need for a new leadership playbook focused on human-centric principles.
 
Episode Highlights:
04:25 The Importance of Human-Centric Leadership
06:26 Engagement and Productivity in the Workplace
13:34 The Four Drivers of Engagement
19:15 The Power of Connection and Team Building
25:10 The Need for Purposeful Work
 
Kon Apostolopoulos is an international speaker and best-selling author. His latest book, “The Engagement Blueprint: Building a Culture of Commitment and Performance,” has sparked a movement to create more human workplaces for the benefit of employers and employees. 
Drawing on many years of experience as a consultant and award-winning coach, Kon works with business owners and executives to help them ignite the fire in their people without burning them out. The secret is to leverage the four drivers of engagement that will create leaders at all levels of the organization and unlock the true potential of their workforce. As a global thought-leader and trusted partner, he is helping companies build resilience in the face of change, engage their people, and make workplace wellbeing their competitive advantage. 
When not working with business leaders, “Coach Kon” gives back to his community by developing young soccer players to grow in confidence, embrace the challenge of healthy competition, and succeed as members of a team. After all, through sports we can teach important life skills!
 
How to connect with Kon:
Website: <a href="https://www.freshbizsolutions.com/">https://www.freshbizsolutions.com/</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachkon/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachkon/</a>
 
For more insights:
Follow me on my YouTube Channel: <a href="https://bit.ly/47GgMdn">https://bit.ly/47GgMdn</a> 
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Kon Apostolopoulos: Mastering the Four Drivers of Engagement

In this episode, Dave Sanderson shares his harrowing experience as the last passenger off U.S. Airways Flight 1549 and the leadership insights he gained from it. Drawing from his background in sales and his mentorship under Tony Robbins, Dave discusses the importance of process, decision-making, and resourcefulness in leadership. He also touches on changing personal narratives, the power of mentorship, and how he pivoted to inspire others post-crisis. The episode is filled with actionable advice for current and aspiring leaders.



Episode Highlights:

07:42 Leadership Lessons from the Hudson River Landing

13:33 The Aftermath and Media Attention

29:39 Finding Your Unique Ability

31:59 Changing Your Narrative

32:53 Habits and Processes for Success

34:56 Managing Your Mindset



Dave Sanderson is a renowned leadership speaker, author, and survivor of "The Miracle on the Hudson." As the last passenger off US Airways Flight 1549, Dave turned his near-death experience into a mission to inspire resilience and community. Named one of Inc.com's Top 100 Leadership Speakers, he has raised over $14.8M for the American Red Cross, helping others navigate adversity and find opportunities in uncertainty. With a passion for mentorship, Dave empowers individuals to define their personal "life brand" and achieve meaningful goals. He lives in Charlotte, NC, with his wife, Terri, and their four grateful children.



How to connect with Dave:

Website: https://davesandersonspeaks.com/

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiredavesanderson/



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Follow me on my YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/47GgMdn

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In this episode, Dave Sanderson shares his harrowing experience as the last passenger off U.S. Airways Flight 1549 and the leadership insights he gained from it. Drawing from his background in sales and his mentorship under Tony Robbins, Dave discusses the importance of process, decision-making, and resourcefulness in leadership. He also touches on changing personal narratives, the power of mentorship, and how he pivoted to inspire others post-crisis. The episode is filled with actionable advice for current and aspiring leaders.
 
Episode Highlights:
07:42 Leadership Lessons from the Hudson River Landing
13:33 The Aftermath and Media Attention
29:39 Finding Your Unique Ability
31:59 Changing Your Narrative
32:53 Habits and Processes for Success
34:56 Managing Your Mindset
 
Dave Sanderson is a renowned leadership speaker, author, and survivor of "The Miracle on the Hudson." As the last passenger off US Airways Flight 1549, Dave turned his near-death experience into a mission to inspire resilience and community. Named one of Inc.com's Top 100 Leadership Speakers, he has raised over $14.8M for the American Red Cross, helping others navigate adversity and find opportunities in uncertainty. With a passion for mentorship, Dave empowers individuals to define their personal "life brand" and achieve meaningful goals. He lives in Charlotte, NC, with his wife, Terri, and their four grateful children.
 
How to connect with Dave:
Website: <a href="https://davesandersonspeaks.com/">https://davesandersonspeaks.com/</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiredavesanderson/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiredavesanderson/</a>
 
For more insights:
Follow me on my YouTube Channel: <a href="https://bit.ly/47GgMdn">https://bit.ly/47GgMdn</a> 
Sign up for my Weekly Newsletter:  <a href="https://bit.ly/3T09kVc">https://bit.ly/3T09kVc</a>
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Dave Sanderson: Leadership Lessons from the Miracle on the Hudson

In this episode, Tom Oliver shares his career journey that began as an 'Army brat,' his aspirations to attend the Air Force Academy, and how he navigated challenges during his military service, including life-threatening situations while flying. After transitioning to the corporate world, Tom excelled in turnaround and crisis management roles at companies like General Foods, Nabisco, and Dole Food Company, showcasing his ability to streamline processes and improve performance metrics. Later, Tom ventured into entrepreneurship, founding a successful medical device company. Throughout his career, Tom emphasizes the importance of mentoring, developing people, and the simple but powerful principle of 'try.'



Episode Highlights:

10:19 Flying Career and Near-Death Experiences

14:31 Transition to the Pentagon

17:01 From Military to Corporate: The Big Shift

27:05 Addressing CEO Burnout

28:06 Revitalizing Dole Food Company

32:36 Innovative Solutions for Workforce Management

37:10 From Corporate to Entrepreneurship

37:41 The Power of Trying



Tom Oliver is a seasoned leader specializing in business turnarounds, change management, and strategy execution. As CEO of CoolSystems, he transformed a struggling startup into a leading medical device company, growing revenues to $19M despite significant challenges. His career highlights include leading PowerBar's $415M acquisition by Nestlé, saving Dole Food Company $131M through global productivity initiatives, and driving a 97% revenue increase at Dolefil. Known for his ability to rebuild companies from the ground up, Tom's focus on innovation, strategic growth, and culture-building consistently delivers extraordinary results across industries.



How to connect with Tom:

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasoliver/



For more insights:

Follow me on my YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/47GgMdn

Sign up for my Weekly Newsletter:  https://bit.ly/3T09kVc

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In this episode, Tom Oliver shares his career journey that began as an 'Army brat,' his aspirations to attend the Air Force Academy, and how he navigated challenges during his military service, including life-threatening situations while flying. After transitioning to the corporate world, Tom excelled in turnaround and crisis management roles at companies like General Foods, Nabisco, and Dole Food Company, showcasing his ability to streamline processes and improve performance metrics. Later, Tom ventured into entrepreneurship, founding a successful medical device company. Throughout his career, Tom emphasizes the importance of mentoring, developing people, and the simple but powerful principle of 'try.'
 
Episode Highlights:
10:19 Flying Career and Near-Death Experiences
14:31 Transition to the Pentagon
17:01 From Military to Corporate: The Big Shift
27:05 Addressing CEO Burnout
28:06 Revitalizing Dole Food Company
32:36 Innovative Solutions for Workforce Management
37:10 From Corporate to Entrepreneurship
37:41 The Power of Trying
 
Tom Oliver is a seasoned leader specializing in business turnarounds, change management, and strategy execution. As CEO of CoolSystems, he transformed a struggling startup into a leading medical device company, growing revenues to $19M despite significant challenges. His career highlights include leading PowerBar's $415M acquisition by Nestlé, saving Dole Food Company $131M through global productivity initiatives, and driving a 97% revenue increase at Dolefil. Known for his ability to rebuild companies from the ground up, Tom's focus on innovation, strategic growth, and culture-building consistently delivers extraordinary results across industries.
 
How to connect with Tom:
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasoliver/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasoliver/</a>
 
For more insights:
Follow me on my YouTube Channel: <a href="https://bit.ly/47GgMdn">https://bit.ly/47GgMdn</a> 
Sign up for my Weekly Newsletter:  <a href="https://bit.ly/3T09kVc">https://bit.ly/3T09kVc</a>
Sign up for my LinkedIn Newsletter: <a href="https://bit.ly/49SmRV3">https://bit.ly/49SmRV3</a>

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