Welcome to 'The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Business,' a podcast that goes beyond the surface to explore the realities of the business world. Hosted by Catryn Becker, People Optimization Specialist and visionary leader, this show features insightful interviews with entrepreneurs, corporate executives, real estate moguls, and more. Hear firsthand accounts of the successes, failures, and pivotal moments that shaped their careers. Catryn's engaging style uncovers the strategies and mindsets that can help you avoid mistakes, accelerate your growth, and achieve your goals. If they can overcome their obstacles, so can you—tune in and transform your business journey.
Feeling stuck in your career? Listen in as Josef Stetter, expert in corporate culture and career transitions, reveals how he navigated through 18 different jobs to find his true passion in shaping mo…
Have you ever been told your idea was too ridiculous to work? This episode of "The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Business" features guests Jeffrey Kippel and Mindy Blackstien, who turned seemingly absurd id…
Thinking that your day job is enough for retirement? Think again. Discover how Lane Kawaoka used real estate to secure his financial future.
In this episode, host Catryn Becker sits down with Lane Kaw…
Is the world of professional gaming as profitable as tech startups? Discover how Titus Walker turned his passion for video games into a groundbreaking business venture. Tune in to learn how gaming co…
Is resistance to electric vehicles just fear of change? Hear how societal attitudes are shifting and what it means for the future of electric mobility. In this episode, host Catryn Becker sits down w…
Do you know what it takes to revolutionize a technology that’s been unchanged for over a century? Join us as Jim Metropoulos, the mind behind Blue Box Air and Kyvos, reveals how a simple innovation c…
Ever wondered how to harness your innate strengths to overcome life's obstacles? This episode delves into creating emotional resilience through positive therapy practices. Host Catryn Becker sits dow…
Ever thought about reinventing yourself but didn't know where to start? From banking to business centers, and the UK to the US and back — guest Anthony Lindsay's career has been anything but ordinar…
When was the last time that you made a new friend? When was the last time that you made a new friend who wasn't someone you worked with, lived next to, or were the parents of your kid's friend? Tha…
The power of a pivot cannot be overlooked. It is the power to follow the data even if it may take you in a very different direction than you expected. As guest Bryan Alston tells us, it is about th…
Do you know how to be happy? Maybe we are happy in one or two areas of life but it isn't easy to be happy in every area all the time. And that is okay! Guest Maria Baltazzi is a Happiness Explorer…
What is that big scary goal that has been in your heart? We all have one. But most of the time when we tell our big scary goals to another person we feel dismayed because they start asking the wron…
Are you ready to transform your hiring practices and create a truly inclusive workplace? In this episode, we delve into innovative strategies for fostering diversity in recruitment. Discover the prov…
A resume is simply a piece of paper that says what you are but doesn't convey who you are. And how could it? A piece of paper will never tell the full story. What if there was a different way? In…
Matthew Heath's story with Lights Follow is a vivid reminder that there's no such thing as an overnight success. It's a journey filled with passion, patience, and perseverance. "Live Your Beautiful L…
Do you believe the title of this episode? Do you believe the best version of you already exists? Are you living that life now? In this episode, host Catryn Becker connects with spiritual alchemist…
Are you a small business owner looking to save on taxes but don't know where to start? You’re not alone! Tune in as Mike Jesowshek simplifies complex tax strategies and reveals how you can benefit fr…
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by your business taxes? Join us as Cindy McGhee reveals how to transform your tax strategy from a burden to a benefit, and learn the secrets big businesses use to…
1974. That was the year that women were allowed to apply for credit cards in their own name. Women didn't have that basic right in America before then. While men had been using credit cards for 30…
Location, Location, Location! We all know this phrase in terms of real estate and one aspect of that is considering the environmental implications of a piece of property. No one wants to fall in lo…