Marine scientist Grant Otto joins Chris Burkhard to discuss marine robotics, the power of cold emails, and how to build a career driven by curiosity and purpose.
Continue readingBanking, Trust, and the Entrepreneur’s First “Yes” – Episode 71
Chris Burkhard reunites with community banker Mark Pelletier to discuss how small business banking has changed, how to approach a banker, and what entrepreneurs should know about credit, SBA lending, and trust.
Continue readingUncharted Moments: What Lewis & Clark Still Teach Us About Leadership, Listening, and Love – Episode 70
Jeff Ton joins Outside Insights to discuss leadership without a clear map, the power of listening, and why unplanned moments often shape our lives and careers the most.
Continue readingWhen Success Stops Being the Goal – Episode 69
In this episode of Outside Insights, Sam Maddula joins Chris Burkhard for a candid conversation on leadership, career transitions, and the quiet decisions that shape success beyond growth and titles.
Continue readingThe Moving Meditation: Living with Gratitude, Resilience, and Awareness – Episode 68
Staffing pioneer Bob Larson shares his journey from a near-death experience to reinvention. Learn how to find joy in your career, the power of meditation, and why working in your business (and your life) is key.
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