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Attitude Check: The Business Leadership Podcast

Attitude Check: The Business Leadership Podcast

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Attitude Check: The Business Leadership Podcast works to shed light on the business world. Our mission is to start the conversations young aspiring leaders should be having, but aren't. We want our listeners to be inspired to endeavor, engage, and have an effect on their community. We do this through interviewing business, community, and industry leaders about their success and how they got to where they are at in their career/life.
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Ep. 016 "Get Bitter or Get Better" w/ Frank Sinclair

Attitude Check: The Business Leadership PodcastMay 07, 2019

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Life Updates

Life Updates

Some updates to the podcast moving into the future.

Apr 29, 202011:10
Ep. 034 - Bob Cook MBA, Instructor of Information Systems
Apr 21, 202037:57
Ep. 033 Scott Van Ness MBA, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Instructor of Operations Management

Ep. 033 Scott Van Ness MBA, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Instructor of Operations Management

Scott Van Ness is an Instructor of Operations Management at UCCS. He is a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the US Air Force, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, as well as a business owner and entrepreneur. He received his MBA from Golden State University and ABD from the University of the Rockies. Topics covered in this episode include operations management, community involvement, and leadership skills for the workforce.
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Apr 07, 202032:39
Ep. 032 - Gordon Stringer MBA, FP&A, Senior Instructor of Finance
Mar 17, 202035:05
Ep. 031 - Juan M. Gallego PsyD, Professor of Marketing & Strategy
Mar 10, 202031:51
Ep. 030 - Spencer Harris PhD, Professor of Sports Management
Feb 18, 202039:42
Ep. 029 "Hire good people and get out of their way" w/ Dirk Draper

Ep. 029 "Hire good people and get out of their way" w/ Dirk Draper

Dirk Draper is the President & CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Center. Check out this episode to hear Dirk's views on leadership, mentorship, career growth, and his background on how he became the CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce. Follow us on social media for updates! Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram
Jan 23, 202049:39
Ep. 028 w/ Alex Belding - You're Collecting No's
Jan 08, 202035:58
Ep. 027 w/ Mayor John Suthers - The only career advice I ever had
Nov 19, 201954:01
Ep. 026 w/ Venkat Reddy - The Passion Starts the Journey
Nov 05, 201901:04:32
Monthly Check-In October 2019 - Consistency
Oct 30, 201909:25
Ep. 025 "Take the Leap" Business + The Arts w/ Rachel Fey
Oct 15, 201932:39
Ep. 024 "Find the Happiness First" w/ Chelise Foster

Ep. 024 "Find the Happiness First" w/ Chelise Foster

Chelise Foster is the creator of the Waldo Waldo 5k, and the upcoming Gallop 5k for Garden of the Gods. She is a community leader, event planner and organizer and all around great person! Check out this episode for some great insight on surrounding yourself with great people and self care!
Make sure you check out The Gallop 5k, happening on October 19th at Garden of the Gods! You get to take a scenic run through the park with STICK HORSES!
Register Here!
Oct 08, 201935:18
Monthly Check-In September 2019 - Personal Development
Sep 27, 201914:05
Ep. 023 Growth Mindset & Grit w/ Lawrence Wagner
Sep 17, 201934:24
Ep. 022 "You're exactly where you need to be" w/ Ethan Lavin
Sep 06, 201942:27
Ep. 021 "It Started with a Cookie" w/ Mundi Ross
Aug 21, 201944:60
Ep. 020 Protect Your Light w/ Natasha Main

Ep. 020 Protect Your Light w/ Natasha Main

Natasha Main is the Executive Director of Peak Startup, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to driving economic development by bolstering the startup community. Check out this episode for her insight on what it takes to have a successful startup, what makes the COS startup community unique, and how she developed into being a leader.
Startup Week
Altus Professionals
Aug 06, 201937:13
Monthly Check-In July 2019 - Critical Thinking

Monthly Check-In July 2019 - Critical Thinking

Welcome to our first monthly check-in, a bonus episode of Attitude Check! We will be releasing a monthly check-in on the last Tuesday of every month where we talk about our thought and ideas on business, leadership, success, and mentorship. If you have any questions you want us to answer, or suggestions on what topics we should talk about send them to attitudecheckpodcast@gmail.com

Jul 30, 201911:38
Ep. 019 "Thrive in the Silence" w/ Connor Shane

Ep. 019 "Thrive in the Silence" w/ Connor Shane

Connor Shane is the National Events Manager with USA Fencing. He has a background in gymnastics and sports and has gained a lot of life experience from traveling the world. Check out this episode for his views on career advice, adapting to change, and how he uses principles of stoicism to better his life. 

Jul 16, 201945:14
Ep. 018 - Aligning Values & Programs w/ Sondra Calhoun

Ep. 018 - Aligning Values & Programs w/ Sondra Calhoun

Sondra Calhoun is the Head of People Operations at Church Community Builders. Sondra has a very diverse background in the corporate world, where she spent time coaching and training leaders in various industries and Fortune 500 companies. Check out this episode to hear her insight on how to create programs and process to stay true to your values in both your personal and professional life!

Jul 03, 201944:44
Ep. 017 "The Fish Stinks From The Head" Company Culture w/ Trevor Dierdorff

Ep. 017 "The Fish Stinks From The Head" Company Culture w/ Trevor Dierdorff

Trevor Dierdorff is the CEO and Founder of Amnet, an IT services company.  He is a huge proponent of creating a company culture that has grown Amnet into one of the leading companies in Colorado Springs.  Check out this episode to hear about his background in leadership and how he uses culture to grow and develop his team!

Jun 18, 201933:59
Ep. 016 "Get Bitter or Get Better" w/ Frank Sinclair

Ep. 016 "Get Bitter or Get Better" w/ Frank Sinclair

Frank Sinclair is the CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer) at Dream Again LLC. Listen in to hear Franks inspirational story and his journey to becoming a business consultant and community leader! This episode deep dives into working through challenges and overcoming obstacles you may face on your way to your goals.

May 07, 201936:05
Ep. 015 "Remain Resilient" w/ James Garofalo

Ep. 015 "Remain Resilient" w/ James Garofalo

James Garofalo is the owner and founder of Viewpoints Psychotherapy. Listen in to hear about James and his background in the military, world traveling, and how he started his journey of owning a business and becoming a leader in the local mental health community!

Apr 16, 201931:50
Ep. 014 "Pigeon or Eagle?" w/ Sloan Gonzales

Ep. 014 "Pigeon or Eagle?" w/ Sloan Gonzales

Sloan Gonzales is the Program Manager at Leadership Pikes Peak. She is also an adjunct lecturer at both Pikes Peak Community College, as well as the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, where she teaches skills in communication, public speaking, and intercultural communication.
Apr 02, 201937:25
Ep. 013 "Diversify who you're working with" Real Estate & Women in Business w/ Sarah Humbargar

Ep. 013 "Diversify who you're working with" Real Estate & Women in Business w/ Sarah Humbargar

Sarah Humbargar is the Principal of Living City Ventures; a firm that provides advisory services to aid place makers and the development of third places in local communities. She has a background in real estate development and is truly a student of the industry! In this episode, we dive into topics ranging from the real estate industry, singing horse doctors, to women in business! Sarah also shares her thoughts and different approach to the traditional idea of mentorship!

Check out her webiste: http://www.sarahhumbargar.com/

Mar 20, 201956:17
Ep. 012 Just Show Up: Hurdles & Rewards w/ Stacey Burns

Ep. 012 Just Show Up: Hurdles & Rewards w/ Stacey Burns

Stacey Burns is the VP of Business Innovation of the Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado & Colorado Institute of Social Impact.  Her background in psychology has given her an in depth view on business and leadership. Check out this episode for more insight on social impact, early career advice, and how to be a leader even if you're an introvert.

Mar 05, 201938:05
Ep. 011 - "It's all about people" Community & Relationships w/ Lauren Hug

Ep. 011 - "It's all about people" Community & Relationships w/ Lauren Hug

Lauren Hug is a former attorney and current owner and principal and founder at HugSpeak Consulting: a company that helps businesses engage and effectively communicate the value they provide to their ideal clients! Listen in for more tips on leveraging new trends in digital marketing to build authentic relationships!

Feb 19, 201950:00
Ep. 010 - "Move Fast & Don't Break Anything" Economic Development w/ Jake Eichengreen

Ep. 010 - "Move Fast & Don't Break Anything" Economic Development w/ Jake Eichengreen

Jacob Eichengreen is the Executive Director of the Quad Innovation Partnership at Colorado College; a partnership for entrepreneurship and economic development between the four major colleges in the Pikes Peak region.  He has experience running a micro-equity business financing company abroad in Uganda, which gives him a great insight on the intersection of business and culture!

Jan 29, 201943:31
Episode 009 - "You only have one life, why waste it?" Start-ups & Leadership w/ Lee Haider

Episode 009 - "You only have one life, why waste it?" Start-ups & Leadership w/ Lee Haider

Lee Haider is a current student at UCCS in the Bachelor's of Innovation program. He is a Co-Founder of Trof: an app that enables you to meet up with people who share similar interests at your favorite local restaurants. He has also has won several start-up/pitch competitions and is a leading young entrepreneur in Colorado Springs. Check out this episode to hear from a young entrepreneur who is taking life by the reigns!

Jan 16, 201941:02
Episode 008 - "Didn't work out, but it was an awesome experience" w/ Forrest Senti

Episode 008 - "Didn't work out, but it was an awesome experience" w/ Forrest Senti

Forrest Senti is the Director of Business and Government Initiatives at the National Cyber Security Center. Check out this episode for an interesting conversation on taking some risks, being intentional to get where you want, and putting yourself out there. A lot of gems in this episode for people just starting in their careers!

Jan 01, 201939:17
Episode 007 with Micki Cockrille

Episode 007 with Micki Cockrille

Episode 007 with guest Micki Cockrille. Micki is a Digital Marketing and Event Specialist with the Colorado Institute of Social Impact and Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado. He is also a founding member of the Aspiring Change Makers young professional group of Colorado Springs. Check out this episode for some advice on being a leader and serving the community in a way the compliments your natural talents and abilities!
Dec 18, 201835:50
Episode 006 with Annie Snead

Episode 006 with Annie Snead

Episode 006 with guest Annie Snead. Annie is the Director of Marketing and Public Relations at Pikes Peak United Way. She has a background in journalism and as a reporter gives and has a great perspective on giving back to the community! You won't want to miss her story!
Dec 05, 201839:44
Episode 005 with Jason Daye

Episode 005 with Jason Daye

Jason is the VP of mobilization at Outreach and the Host of ChurchLeaders Podcast! We had an awesome conversation about his journey and how he made a big decision when he was in college to change career paths. His insight on mentorship is a must listen for anyone looking for a mentor to help them along the way. "[Mentorship] is good for the mentor and mentee, equally."
Nov 20, 201831:57
Episode 004 with Jeffry Radspinner

Episode 004 with Jeffry Radspinner

Episode 004 with guest Jeffry Radspinner. Jeff is a successful young business owner who didn't take the traditional path in education. His entrepreneurial spirit and no quit attitude make this a must-listen episode for those young pro's looking to start off in the business world.
Nov 06, 201835:46
Episode 003 with Samuel Thomas Elliot

Episode 003 with Samuel Thomas Elliot

Episode 003 with guest Samuel Thomas Elliot. Samuel is a leader in the young professional (among many others) community in Colorado Springs. He has a truly insightful approach to providing value to his community, being impact driven, and growing as both a person and professional.
Nov 06, 201849:50
Episode 002 with Matt Barrett

Episode 002 with Matt Barrett

Episode 002 with guest Matt Barrett. His background with the Better Business Bureau and in business consulting gives him a wealth of knowledge in the fields of business, leadership, and life!
Nov 06, 201845:21
Introduction Episode 000

Introduction Episode 000

This is just a quick introductory episode. Learn a little more about Jonmarc and Brent, and why they decided to start the podcast!
Nov 06, 201808:36
Episode 001 with James Hagen

Episode 001 with James Hagen

Our first episode with guest, James Hagen. James is a man with a unique perspective on leadership and success. He inspires others through his music and participation in his local community.
Sep 07, 201841:47