The Culture Matters Podcast

In this episode Jay and Russ chat about the many levels of thinking and how although the letter "I" is in the word, "design," metaphorically, there is no "I" in "design." Mind-blowing, I know- but you have to listen to truly understand. Russ Starke is the CEO of Think Company, a service design and digital experience design and development firm based in Philadelphia, PA. Russ divides his time among organizational leadership and strategic oversight of delivery, marketing, operations and business development. We unpack the importance of core values, human understanding and thinking by design. 

This episode is eye-opening and integral for all new business owners and aspiring business owners to listen to. Have a specific business plan, know what your four pillars are and execute, perfectly. Shashank and Jay discuss Shashank's story and how he has become a top leader in the mortgage industry.

In this episode Jay interviews Zachary Conley, Account Executive for Lightspeed VT. What is extra special about this episode is that Zach is Jay's account executive for his Lightspeed system. Zach brings the heat with all his value from his personal story and how that has inspired his professional story. Listen to the episode to understand what creating a true resonating story means.

In this episode, Jay and Tyler sit down and discuss so many things and the purpose of them. Tyler owns a publishing company and Jay's favorite thing is books, so what better than to discuss why reading, writing and speaking is so important…especially on this podcast. Fun fact: Authors Unite was integral in getting Thirty Days of Thought published and Authors Unite has published many, many more as well as Tyler being the driving force that glues it all together, literally and figuratively. Listen for yourself, this is an action packed episode with some of the best value.

In this episode Jay and Eddy Perez, President of Equity Prime Mortgage discuss what it takes to be the best leader and to work in a competitive field that is constantly evolving. Eddy brings up wonderful and insightful knowledge that lends a hand to anyone in this industry and also everyday life. Listen to this episode for some awesome insight on Eddy's story and things he practices to be the best he can be.

WOW! In this episode Ray Cash Care, CEO of CONQUER throws it down from his story to amazing things we can do every day as humans to make us better, stronger and more aware. There is so much to unpack and there is so much to be thankful for on this episode after listening to everything Ray has explained as part of his routine and as part of what he does to better all the people he works with and coaches. One thing that makes Ray's world go round is his FOUR F's: Family, Fitness, Finance and Faith… I will leave it right there so you can hear why it is so amazing to learn from this man!

Jay sat down with Dr. Wendy L. Wright and discussed Dr. Wright's story along with her business now as a Family Practice with quite the personal touch! Dr. Wright has amazing knowledge about her industry and explains in great detail where healthcare is going and why that is her primary focus. Dr. Wright is not only a Doctor but also a public speaker so her message translates in her industry around the country and so she can stay up to date from the best experts that she sees. Dr. Wright is also a best selling author with her book co-authored with Christine Beckwith, colleague of Culture Matters and childhood friend and still friend to Dr. Wright. Their book is available on amazon! Listen to this episode, you will not regret it!

In this episode, Jay and Willie have an amazing and cultural conversation about why connection and alignment is so important for any organization to grow. Willie has great value being the CEO of a wonderful company, Home Point Financial. Listen here to this episode and get great insight on how connection and culture in your organization is so important.

In this episode to close out season two, Jay and Laura have a conversation of Laura's trajectory and what tools and learning has gotten her to where she is today. This episode is full with learning, growing and teaching and is one you do not want to miss!

In this episode, Jay talks to Skye Michiels, Managing Director for the Philadelphia region for Compass Real Estate. Skye has overcome a lot of adversity in his climb to where he is today and he goes through insight on you can too. Skye keeps it real and believes that mantra's to the finish line as well as sometimes telling the voice in your head to SHUT UP is what works. Listen to this episode to get all the value you can imagine!