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Have you ever heard a quote that just stuck with you?

The moment you hear it, it resonates with a deep inner-knowing, and you immediately feel the truth of it? Some of the greatest quotes are the most concise.

One of my favorites is only seven words, and it says, “Your energy speaks louder than your words.”

There’s a lot of talk about authenticity these days, and I think this quote simplifies the concept. People tend to confuse the difference between what it means to SOUND or LOOK authentic w…

We go through certain chapters in life that we wish we could skip. Yet, as we turn the pages of our story, we sometimes can't help but reflect on how those moments, no matter how bad, shaped us to be stronger and wiser. Join your host Tony Martignetti as he talks with Patti Hall, a writer, Booksmith, and memoir coach, about the power of storytelling. Patty used storytelling in both her disease advocacy and work with coaches, shamans, influencers, teachers, leaders, and educators. Her advocacy wi…

Pursuing one’s passion is easier said than done. We often get so stuck in the loop of corporate life that we don’t even know what our passions are. In this episode, Rusty Gaillard joins Tony Martignetti to share the story of why he left a 25-year corporate career to lead a fulfilling career in coaching. Leaving a position at Apple, Rusty now works to help other top performers escape whatever career trap they may be in as an Executive Coach at Silicon Valley Dreambuilders. Rusty also boils his in…

Are you stuck on a particular problem and need a creative solution?

Edward de Bono is a physician, psychologist, author, inventor, and philosopher who became known for the concept of lateral thinking. His book "The Six Thinking Hats" offers a practical approach to making decisions and exploring new ideas. De Bono suggests organizing the thinking process into "six thinking hats":

• White Hat: Neutral and objective, concerned with facts and figures
• Red Hat: The emotional view
• Black Hat: Carefu…

In today’s society, many people are pushed aside and maltreated. That’s why Tony Martignetti’s guest today, Dr. Joanne Kamens, has a strong drive to create and support a diverse and inclusive culture. Dr. Joanne is the Interim Executive Director at The Gloria Cordes Larson Center for Women and Business at Bentley University. In this episode, Dr. Joanne shares her personal experiences with gender discrimination. As she moves forward in her call for change, she encounters more stories from silent …

"All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players; They have their exits and their entrances.” – William Shakespeare

If a movie was made about your life, what would it be called?

This was a question I recently posed in a group coaching session. I love this question because it puts you in a creative mindset and gets you thinking about the key scenes that would be played out on the highlight reel in your head. The defining moments, the moments that would elicit reactions of shoc…

One of the most inspiring destinations I have ever visited is Spain, and especially Barcelona. If you have been there, then you know what I mean. One of the hidden surprises for me was discovering the Palau de la Musica Catalana in the Sant Pere district of the city. It was built by the modernist architect Lluis Domenech Montaner as a home for the Orfeo Catala (a famous choir). The building is a classic example of Catalan Art Nouveau. At the center of the main auditorium is a metal structure cov…

When it comes to doing business, honesty often becomes a blurry topic. But why is it important to highlight honesty, especially when managing your team or even your organization? Joining host Tony Martignetti is Ron Carucci, the Cofounder and Managing Partner at Navalent. Ron is also the author of the Amazon bestseller, Rising to Power, and, more recently, To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose. Today, he shares significant flashpoints in his life that pushed him to star…

Another year comes to a close, and it is time to pause and collect the stories from 2021 that have shaped who we are today and who we want to be as we enter the new year.

Who do you want to be in the new year? What can you do today to move you in that direction?

Those questions can be a stumbling block for even the most forward-thinking person. With that in mind, I wanted to offer everyone on my list the chance to give the Gift of Coaching (either for yourself or for someone else) to help them…

How do you find your vocation to live a happy, purposeful life? Find out with Lawrence Gennari, a finance and transactional lawyer and Partner at Gennari Aronson. Lawrence talks with Tony Martignetti about how you need to figure out where your great joy meets the world's great need. First, discover who you are to determine what makes you excited. If you're unsure where to start, take a deep breath and look for a trusted advisor. Your chosen advisor should help you figure out your options rather …