Join Dianne Gubin as she interviews Jim Lukaszewski (loo-ka-SHEV-skee). Jim is one of the world’s leading crisis communications experts. He has 30 years of experience as a trusted strategic advisor to major CEOs.
Jim is the author of the new book “WHY SHOULD THE BOSS LISTEN TO YOU?: The 7 Disciplines of the Trusted Strategic Advisor”

Jim discussed the Seven Disciplines of the Trusted Strategic Advisor and offers unparalleled insight into what will make you successful, regardless of industry or discipline.

Jim offers concrete advice on how to Be Trustworthy, Become a Verbal visionary, Develop a Management Perspective, Think Strategically, Be a Window To Tomorrow, Advise Constructively and Show the Boss How to Use Advice.

Jim’s firm, The Lukaszewski Group, provides strategic guidance for senior management during crises and recovery; hands-on management of critical crisis problems; management leadership development during crises; and counsel on prevention, readiness, response, and recovery.

Listen now to this fascinating and insightful interview with one of top business leaders in the country!

What does your handwriting say about you?

Shari Vener has been a Handwriting Analyst for more than 30 years. In 1991, Shari became an entrepreneur by starting the first mobile notary and loan document signing service in the United States. Shari guided and grew the business as president of the company for next 14 years.

In 1997, Shari founded her second company, Written Inc. Based on her research and expertise in the field of handwriting analysis, the company focused on the creation of a handwriting analysis solution for employers. Shari enlisted the help of her talented software programmer husband Rick. Over the next 10 years, the two development and tested the Candidate Insight Report, a handwriting analysis software program unlike anything ever created.

Ryan Vener, Shari’s youngest son, graduated with a degree in biopsychology from the University of Maryland. He focused his studies on the links between the mind and the body becoming an expert in body language. After a successful 15 year career in high-tech sales, Ryan joined the company full time as Vice President in 2006.

www.writteninc.com

“In today’s business environment it is essential that companies conduct pre-employment background searches,” Gordon said. “It is not only important to review the actual report but to examine how a series of reports can define the behavior patterns of an employment candidate.”

“With different background reports, each contributes to defining the aspects of a candidate’s personality that make up the overall behavior pattern,” he went on to say. “It is often not enough to review the background report on face value. You should be looking how each report relates to an overall picture.”

Gordon discusses the increased significance of international background searches and how they are becoming more prominent with the expanded hiring of skilled foreign workers. He noted the often overlooked need for federal criminal and civil searches when reviewing job candidates in the financial departments.

Gordon is a former marketing executive and has worked in everything from the entertainment, healthcare, financial and technology industries.

He is an author and is the writer of the best selling Beautiful Bad Girl, the Vicki Morgan Story, a non-fiction novel that helped define exotic sexuality in the late twentieth century. He is also the author of The Constant Travellers, a new age fantasy Western. He has been a political speechwriter and journalist. He recently finished a new book Chinese Takeout, a Roman A’Clef detailing Chinese Espionage in the United States.

Gordon’s diverse background, especially in marketing and investigative research, provides him with a comprehensive overview of the economic and employment landscape.

BACKGROUND: Corra operates as Corra Group and specializes in pre-employment and online dating background checks as well as corporate research and marketing. It is one of the few companies that will answer the phone. Contact: Gordon Basichis Corra Group 11740 Wilshire Blvd. Ste. PH 2403 Los Angeles, Ca 90025 (310) 966-1556 gordonb@corragroup.com

www.corragroup.com

Tera McHugh, founded her business, Women Entrepreneurs of Santa Clarita Valley (WE of SCV), to empower women to build a successful business. Events are designed to help attendees increase wealth, gain new skills for success, be surrounded with high-energy women and make a positive difference in the community. In 2008 Tera is taking WE of SCV and expanding the group’s reach throughout California with a new name, Amazing Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). Tera has amazing organizational skills, a natural communication style and is dedicated to inspiring women to live their best life. She has used the best of her abilities to create this unique organization. Her entrepreneurial groups provide an opportunity for women to come together in a supportive environment to learn from each other and from expert speakers on personal and professional topics. Tera can be reached by email: Tera@WeofSCV.com

Mr. Tommie Joe is currently the President and Chief Operating Officer of Public Communications Services (PCS). Mr. Joe joined PCS in 1999 and is responsible for leading and growing the company while delivering product and services to our customers profitably. Mr. Joe brings to PCS over 25 years of experience in operations, engineering, software development, and corporate management from multiple industries. Mr. Joe began his career as an engineer for Exxon Company, USA where he moved up the management ladder to project management for offshore oil and gas exploration and development in the Gulf of Mexico and California. Mr. Joe then became Chief Operating Officer for Cyber Options, Inc., a consulting and product development firm specializing in the health care industry. Prior to joining PCS, Mr. Joe was the Vice President of Operations for North Communications, Inc., a company that specializes in developing kiosk applications for the financial industry.
Mr. Joe holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology and an MBA with emphasis in Information Technology from California Lutheran University.
On the personal side, Mr. Joe is married and has three children. One son is a senior at University California Irvine. His daughter is a sophomore at University of Southern California and his youngest son is a senior in high school. For more information: www.TeamPCS.com

Episode Segments:
What types of companies are considered for angel funding?
Connie Koch describes the process companies looking for investment capital go through to qualify for funding. What types of companies are chosen for angel funding? Can start-up tap into this type of investment capital?
Male vs. Female Investors.
Connie Koch and Dianne Gubin discuss the different investment styles of men and women.
What happens after you’re funded?
Following the funding process, businesses are supported by a diverse group of investors who bring experience and expert knowledge to startup companies.
Job opportunities within start up companies funded by Keiretsu Forum
Connie Koch discusses the Keiretsu Forum’s charitable foundation and the money they raise. What are the job opportunities created by funded companies?

Connie Koch is Chapter Co-President, Keiretsu Forum Southern California.
Connie’s unique business sense and creative vision is the blueprint for her proven successes in various industries as both a serial entrepreneur with retail, telecommunications, printing, graphics and forms design, technology, Internet community development and CEO/COO over companies in publications, telecommunications, technology with enterprise management systems, public relations, and fundraising.
With a belief that people and relationships are the most vital part of life, along with her pioneering attitude and insatiable desire for new experiences, Connie partners with Chip Parker in growing chapters of Keiretsu Forum in Southern California.
Contact: connie@keiretsuforum.com

Episode Segments:
Seena Sharp, Sharp Market Intelligence.
What is market intelligence? Here are the elements to making your business a success.
Competitive Market Intelligence
How does Sharp Market Intelligence find business information? Here’s how to start the research, information you will find initially, and steps to follow.
Why do companies need Competitive Market Intelligence?
Seena discusses examples of successful clients who have used competitive Market Intelligence to launch new business ventures.
Trends in the Market place.
Seena discusses trends in the market place. What are bundled products? How do companies such as McDonalds and Nike use this concept?

Seena Sharp is president of Sharp Market Intelligence, a firm specializing in marketing information for corporate clients.
Seena Sharp’s reputation and passion for marketing have earned her mention in the trade and business press, including Peter Drucker’s Leader to Leader newsletter, Bloomberg Business, The Los Angeles Times, Nation’s Business, Inc, Marketing News, and more. She’s also been quoted in books “Competitive Intelligence by Larry Kahaner, and others.
Seena Sharp earned a Masters Degree from New York University and enjoyed a successful corporate career in New York City prior to launching Sharp Market Intelligence in 1979 in Los Angeles.
For more information visit: www.sharpmarket.com.

Tessa Albert Warschaw, Ph.D., is a distinguished author, psychotherapist/coach, and internationally recognized seminar leader, specializing in corporate negotiating strategies, entrepreneurial negotiating, and life coaching. She has a private coaching practice in West Los Angeles and Woodland Hills.
Dr. Warschaw is the author of the pioneering and best-selling book, Winning by Negotiation,Rich Is Better, co-authored Winning with Kids, and her newest co-authored book, Resiliency: How to Bounce Back Faster, Stronger, Smarter.
Dr. Warschaw’s professional services include: Executive Coaching, Partner Coaching, Individual Coaching, Negotiation Strategies for Corporate Teams, Assessments for Style Awareness.
Warschaw’s Professional Seminars and Workshops include: Quantum Leap: Taking The Next Giant Step In Your Personal And Professional Life-a six month commitment for individuals ready to “leap”; Financial Quantum Leap: Taking The Next Giant Step In Your Financial Life; Winning By Negotiation; How to Recognize, Understand, and Predict Style – Your Own and Others; Rich is Better – The Psychology of Individuals and Their Money; Procrastination – Is it a Lifestyle or a Habit?; Negotiating for Money During the Easy and Tough Times.
Dr. Warschaw’s clients include: American Express, General Electric, Estee Lauder, Mondi, Mullin Consulting, Inc., Women in Film, NAWBO-NYC, NAFE-NYC, New York Life, Pepperdine University, University of Illinois, Wachovia Bank,Wells Fargo, Smith Barney. She has created, developed and implemented customized workshops, seminars, and training programs for these companies and organizations.
Dr. Warschaw’s latest venture is that of Founder of BTW UNLTD (Big Thinking Women) an organization created for women 50+.
Dr. Tess can be reached: DrTess@Pacbell.net
www.bigthinkingwomen.com

Episode Segments:
Why don’t people see it coming?
Amy Dorn Kopelan an author discussed being blindsided in business. What happens when someone is fired… and they didn’t see it coming? It’s because we work hard and don’t pay attention to the red flags.
Red flags and how to put an exit strategy in place for work.
Amy discusses exit strategies to put in place regardless of how much you love your job. We discuss corporate prenuptial agreements and steps to an exit plan.
You’re Fired. Power and Exit Packages.
How much power do you have after you are fired? Find out how powerful you are. How can you put together and accept a powerful exit package?
What is your management style?
Discover your management style and how this management style fits into your work place.

Ms. Kopelan is co-author of I Didn’t See It Coming, a book that helps everyone avoid being blindsided in business. She has been featured in CEO Magazine, Chief Learning Officer magazine, and CNN.com.
With over 20 years’ experience as a television network executive and producer of summits for executive women, Ms. Kopelan launched COACH ME Inc. in 2005. The COACH ME Institute specializes in group coaching, business education, and professional development programs that target emerging talent. COACH ME teaches the “unwritten rules and subtle skills” necessary for career advancement and leadership.
Committed to women’s leadership and ideas that can change the corporate landscape, Ms. Kopelan founded Bedlam Entertainment Inc. She conceived and developed The Corporate State: A Women’s CEO and Senior Management Summit in 1998; In the Lead: Women Entrepreneurs Re-Shaping Corporate America in 2000; and Women’s Athenaeum: The Thinking Woman’s Voice on Socio-Business Issues in 2003, The Corporate State: Canada in 2004 and BUZZ: An Executive Women’s Think Tank in 2005.
Prior to founding Bedlam Entertainment, Ms. Kopelan spent most of her career in senior management at ABC Television. As Vice President of ABC Morning Television, she directed the programming strategy for Good Morning America. Earlier in her career, she served as an editor for ABC Evening News.
Ms. Kopelan graduated cum laude from Boston University’s School of Public Communication and holds a special studies degree from the University of Grenoble, France. She is an advisor to Grace Institute, and serves on the Boards of The Capstone Partnership and The Council on Competitiveness’ Strategic Communications Initiative. She is also a member of The International Women’s Forum. Ms. Kopelan lives in Manhattan with her husband and has three sons.
www.bedlamentertainment.com
www.blindsidedthebook.com or www.ididn’tseeitcomingthebook.com

Judith Parker Harris is currently developing and producing three multi-million dollar feature films as Vice President of Worldwide Entertainment. Her background writing, producing and directing over 3,000 TV commercials, and pioneering award-winning brand advertising in the Healthcare industry prepared her for film production.
Judith is also President of Health-Esteem Intl. founded to inspire others to find what’s blocking them in order to make positive life changes just as she was able to do to beat the partial paralysis and sight loss of multiple sclerosis that almost stopped life as she knew it in 1985. Judith developed a 4-step system that helped her become and stay symptom-free since 1990, She then decided to sell her multi-million dollar advertising agency, and went on to become an author, an entrepreneur, and an Internationally known expert, teaching people around the world her proven methods to build both health-esteem and wealth-esteem, and to eliminate blocks in their lives in order to reach their life goals. She helps individual and corporate clients find their stories, develop their brands and move from BLOCKED TO BLOCK-BUSTER.
Books by Judith Parker Harris include: Conquering Crisis With Health Esteem, Move From Blocked to Blockbuster, Master Challenges In Your Life.
Judith@blockedtoblockbuster.com
www.blockedtoblockbuster.com
www.culturalblockbusters.com
Toll Free 1-888-422-1272

Monica Ballard discovered in 1993 that no training programs existed in the United States that dealt with topics of workplace harassment, using concepts of adult learning. From that time, Monica has built Parallax Education to the point where she’s been nominated for the “Entrepreneur of the Year” award, two years in a row.
Monica has appeared on CBS Morning News and Fox News, has been featured in the LA Times, NY Times, Boston Globe, Miami Herald, Chicago Tribune, Time Magazine, and U.S. News and World Report. She has appeared at jury trials as an expert witness, and has been designated as an expert witness in 154 cases. She has been featured as a speaker for the LA County Bar, the national conventions for the National Human Resources Association and several annual conventions for the Professionals in Human Resources Association.
She is nationally recognized as an expert in “Helping Companies Avoid Liability to Employment Litigation”. She is currently pursuing her Master’s Degree in Organizational Management.

Eli Davidson, a nationally recognized success coach, works with Emmy, Grammy and Golden Globe winners…and even a founder of Fed Ex. In 18 months she lost her business, marriage and health leaving her with $88,000 of debt. Four years later she was coaching some of the most successful people in America.
Her “Turnaround Techniques” have been on national radio and television including The Today Show, USA Network and NBC and Fox affiliates. As a speaker, Eli’s entertains and educates. Her high energy and high content make her a popular motivational speaker. Her revolutionary “Turnaround Techniques” give each audience member tools to use in their daily life.
Before becoming a coach Ms. Davidson was a self taught designer who founded Elizabeth Davidson Design. She took the company from a $17 investment to selling $1.5 million of products which were sold in Neiman Marcus, Saks and Nordstrom’s nationwide.
She graduated from Sarah Lawrence College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science. In 2000 Ms. Davidson received her Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology from The University of Santa Monica. She was Student of the Year. She is currently studying for her Doctoral Degree in Theology.
Eli’s website is: www.FunkyToFabulous.com

Kenneth W. Keller owns the North Los Angeles County franchise of Renaissance EXECUTIVE FORUMS. Mr. Keller held progressive responsibilities in operations, finance and marketing in the consumer products industry, including positions with Nestle, Coca-Cola and Sweet ‘n Low.
Ken brings business leaders together in advisory boards, providing them the opportunity to learn from each other and the challenge of continuous improvement. He has personally assisted over 3,000 business owners to run their businesses better and more profitably.
Each week Ken writes and publishes “Brain Food for Business People” a business- oriented article sent to over 10,000 individuals in government, business and nonprofit organizations around the world. He has authored two books on business; the first book “Breaking Down The Walls” was published in 2004 and “Innovate, Adapt, Overcome” was published in 2006.
Ken has taught graduate marketing and business strategy planning at the University of Phoenix. Since 1996, he has taught more than 90 courses and over 2000 students.
Ken is a recognized business authority, with his work appearing in the Los Angeles Times, the Daily News of Los Angeles, Orange County Register and numerous industry and trade periodicals. He is a sought after public speaker, speaking at trade shows and conferences throughout the western United States.
Ken holds a BA in Political Science and an MBA in Management. He is an avid reader, a writer and enjoys golf and travel.
To reach Ken: Executive Forums of North LA County Tel: (661)295-6892. www.ExecutiveForums.com/KKeller

Kim Hamer helps parents navigate the overwhelming and daunting private elementary school admissions process.
With two of her own children attending private elementary school as well as twelve years of experience with students under her belt, Kim intimately understands the confusion and frustration the process can often entail. Kim guides parents through the selection, application and admission process. Her holistic approach helps a families across the country get into a school which best meets the needs of both the student and family.
To contact Kim: www.getintoprivateschool.com

Episode Segments:
How does Sexual Harassment affect both Employers and Employees?
Sexual harassment falls into different areas, including conversations, emails, non-verbal behavior, gestures, etc. Can you be terminated for sexual harassment? You bet. When is your employer responsible? When is management responsible? What are the anti-retaliation laws regarding sexual harassment?
How can an employer prevent Sexual Harassment in the work place?
What policies and procedures do companies need to follow at the time of hiring? If you believe you are a victim of sexual harassment, what government agency should you contact?
What are the challenges for an employer? How can an employer monitor employees to prevent sexual harassment lawsuits? What is gender harassment?
Attorney fees can add up. What type of damages can an employee collect in a sexual harassment lawsuit? What are state and federal laws regarding payment of attorney’s fees? What are the standards the courts at set regarding severe or pervasive harassment in the work place? What is the process an employee should follow when she or he believes that they are being harassed?
Sexual harassment is bad for both employers and employees. Can you date a co-worker?
Mr. Rosenburg explains what a company should do to prevent sexual harassment. What distractions and expenses a sexual harassment case can cause.

Richard S. Rosenberg is a founding partner of the law firm of Ballard, Rosenberg, Golper & Savitt LLP. His background includes 30 years of private practice representing businesses throughout the United States.
Richard has spent his career providing advice and counsel on the entire spectrum of labor relations and employment law matters. Richard’s work includes advice on employment law strategy and compliance, as well as litigation, covering such diverse areas as traditional labor relations matters (union organizing, strikes/picketing, collective bargaining, grievance handling and arbitration and the acquisition/divesture of unionized businesses), employment discrimination, wrongful termination, occupational safety and health, trade secret protection/enforcement, WARN Act compliance, wage and hour, immigration law compliance, FMLA, ADA, COBRA, and HIPAA.
Richard assists clients in developing management oriented employment agreements, personnel policies, trade secret and proprietary information agreements, codes of ethical conduct, non-compete agreements, sexual and other workplace harassment policies, and routine employment forms such as employment applications, formal evaluations, and employee handbooks.
Richard is also especially adept in resolving disputes through the creative use of Alternative Dispute Resolution, having represented many clients in mediation and other ADR procedures. Richard brings a unique perspective to these matters because he is a trained mediator and has served as a neutral. Richard has also served as a court appointed mediator through the Los Angeles and Ventura County Superior Courts’ mediation programs.
Richard’s website is: www.brgslaw.com

 
Episode Segments:
Problems with Time Management? Jason discusses three tips to implement a more productive work style.
Stay focused. Here are tips to minimizing distractions and staying focused during the day.
Clear clutter. Prepare your physical workspace to be more efficient, effective, and let energy flow.
Achieve a balanced life. How can you manage time to achieve a balance between work, personal and family life?
Jason W. Womack, M.Ed., M.A., is a highly sought after keynote speaker, professional educator and executive coach. His expertise is helping others reach their potential, enhance their productivity, and achieve a balanced lifestyle.
The Jason Womack Company, a personal development education company, enhances organizational performance through personal effectiveness training.
We work with companies large and small, within the US and worldwide who value the contributions of their employees in an era of increased personal accountability and individual effectiveness.
To contact Jason:
Jason W. Womack, MEd, MA, President, The Jason Womack Company US: 805.640.6401 www.JasonWomack.com

Can creative intuition impact the amount of money you make from your career? Join me, Dianne Gubin, as I talk to Marsh Engle, a creative intuitive, who says yes, it most definitely can! Listen now for how this applies to your personal and professional success. Dianne Gubin Talks Business With Marsh Engle Award-winning creative consultant and entrepreneurial expert Marsh Engle grew a multimillion dollar business representing major entertainment studios, including Viacom, Paramount, Sony, and more. Her expertise is in brand building and corporate partnerships. Marsh currently has three Internet radio shows, is a published author, and coaches executives on expanding the flow of their success. Marsh Engle reminds us, “The fact is, we are innovative, resourceful, and a vibrant source of creativity! That’s why I’m committed to help people find ways to be more resourceful, intuitive, and successful in every aspect of their life!” Marsh Engle’s remarkable insight, honed from years of studying the success styles of corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and entertainers has brought her a unique perspective on intuition and how to implement its flow in the most creative way possible. I have a hunch you’ll enjoy our talk!
For more information on Marsh, visit www.marshengle.com.