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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Growing &amp; Excelling With Jerome</title><link>http://www.deespartners.com</link><description><![CDATA[My name is Jerome and I believe that connections matter and the manner in which you conduct &amp; present yourself impacts the path your life takes! Who you are is an accumulation of the skills you collect and decisions you make. Are you doing all you can to be better tomorrow than you were today?<br /><br />Success is something that happens on purpose!<br /><br />This podcast will cover a variety of topics geared at helping individuals &amp; organizations set realistic goals, create support systems for accountability, and help individuals play to their strengths while working on their weaknesses.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4571640/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Self-Improvement</category><copyright>Copyright Jerome Dees Jr</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ab7ff3f8f064f0c4d9a8f5bc95910290.jpg</url><title>Growing &amp; Excelling With Jerome</title><link>http://www.deespartners.com</link></image><lastBuildDate>Sun, 14 Jul 2024 21:18:24 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Jerome Dees Jr</itunes:name><itunes:email>office@deespartners.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ab7ff3f8f064f0c4d9a8f5bc95910290.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>My name is Jerome and I believe that connections matter and the manner in which you conduct &amp;amp; present yourself impacts the path your life takes! Who you are is an accumulation of the skills you collect and decisions you make. Are you doing all you...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[My name is Jerome and I believe that connections matter and the manner in which you conduct &amp; present yourself impacts the path your life takes! Who you are is an accumulation of the skills you collect and decisions you make. Are you doing all you can to be better tomorrow than you were today?<br /><br />Success is something that happens on purpose!<br /><br />This podcast will cover a variety of topics geared at helping individuals &amp; organizations set realistic goals, create support systems for accountability, and help individuals play to their strengths while working on their weaknesses.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Specialty Food Show, Sales Playbook and Exhibiting Strategy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/specialty-food-show-sales-playbook-and-exhibiting-strategy--60690939</link><description><![CDATA[This episode I discuss my experience in the Specialty Food Industry, my time at the Summer Fancy Food Show and some notes for those who look to exhibit at future shows.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60690939</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jul 2024 21:17:50 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60690939/specialty_food_show_sales_playbook_and_exhibiting_strategy.mp3" length="12715867" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This episode I discuss my experience in the Specialty Food Industry, my time at the Summer Fancy Food Show and some notes for those who look to exhibit at future shows.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode I discuss my experience in the Specialty Food Industry, my time at the Summer Fancy Food Show and some notes for those who look to exhibit at future shows.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>795</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3d6a6d730fbff311a0a0ec19b9dced85.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Excelling Through Failing</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/excelling-through-failing--59202710</link><description><![CDATA[In my career, there are more times that I have failed than I can count, but I used those "failures" to learn and adjust. On this episode we discuss how we should frame failure and what you can do to use failure as a tool to excel.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59202710</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 01:26:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59202710/excelling_through_failing.mp3" length="12544943" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In my career, there are more times that I have failed than I can count, but I used those "failures" to learn and adjust. On this episode we discuss how we should frame failure and what you can do to use failure as a tool to excel.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In my career, there are more times that I have failed than I can count, but I used those "failures" to learn and adjust. On this episode we discuss how we should frame failure and what you can do to use failure as a tool to excel.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>785</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>excelling,failure,growth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cc5e2a549c0fed2b818224f709e924a4.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Excelling In Your Career, Learn To Stand Out!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/excelling-in-your-career-learn-to-stand-out--57909860</link><description><![CDATA[Too many people sit back and wait for things to go their way. It is time to be  proactive and go after the life you want. Things rarely happen by accident. I share some stories from my career which has allowed me to own my own company and grow from delivery driver to VP of Sales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57909860</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:46:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57909860/excelling_in_your_career_learn_to_stand_out.mp3" length="13040654" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Too many people sit back and wait for things to go their way. It is time to be  proactive and go after the life you want. Things rarely happen by accident. I share some stories from my career which has allowed me to own my own company and grow from...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Too many people sit back and wait for things to go their way. It is time to be  proactive and go after the life you want. Things rarely happen by accident. I share some stories from my career which has allowed me to own my own company and grow from delivery driver to VP of Sales.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>816</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/568bacbe06065e670e98822db6b3bfd3.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>How Do People View You Online, Optimize Your Online Persona</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-do-people-view-you-online-optimize-your-online-persona--56926267</link><description><![CDATA[What will people find if they search for you online? If you don't know the answer to this question, it's time to get serious about your online presence. With a quick search, we have more access to information than ever before. It is up to you to make sure that information people find will truly  help you excel!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56926267</guid><pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 15:18:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56926267/how_do_people_view_you_online_optimize_your_online_persona.mp3" length="13858576" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What will people find if they search for you online? If you don't know the answer to this question, it's time to get serious about your online presence. With a quick search, we have more access to information than ever before. It is up to you to make...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What will people find if they search for you online? If you don't know the answer to this question, it's time to get serious about your online presence. With a quick search, we have more access to information than ever before. It is up to you to make sure that information people find will truly  help you excel!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>867</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>linkedin,online</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d1f3321d5dc50013486e3e8009b2d294.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Feeling Stuck In Life, You Aren't Alone</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/feeling-stuck-in-life-you-aren-t-alone--56747242</link><description><![CDATA[I do a lot of networking and connecting with others and with the state of the economy and business being unpredictable, there is a heaviness to life right now.  What can you do to keep moving forward while creating the life you want?]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56747242</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 Sep 2023 18:25:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56747242/feeling_stuck_in_life_you_arent_alone.mp3" length="12648580" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>I do a lot of networking and connecting with others and with the state of the economy and business being unpredictable, there is a heaviness to life right now.  What can you do to keep moving forward while creating the life you want?</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[I do a lot of networking and connecting with others and with the state of the economy and business being unpredictable, there is a heaviness to life right now.  What can you do to keep moving forward while creating the life you want?]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>791</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d1f3321d5dc50013486e3e8009b2d294.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>LinkedIn Top Sales Voice, Let's Talk Sales</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/linkedin-top-sales-voice-let-s-talk-sales--56443188</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode, I share a little about my sales journey and offer a few points that I think eash sales professional should keep in mind when looking to have an impact.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56443188</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Aug 2023 18:41:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56443188/linkedin_top_sales_voice_lets_talk_sales.mp3" length="14396055" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode, I share a little about my sales journey and offer a few points that I think eash sales professional should keep in mind when looking to have an impact.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode, I share a little about my sales journey and offer a few points that I think eash sales professional should keep in mind when looking to have an impact.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>900</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>linkedin,networking,selling</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d1f3321d5dc50013486e3e8009b2d294.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Excelling Through Consistency</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/excelling-through-consistency--53779269</link><description><![CDATA[On this week's episode, we look at the role consistency can help play in your shortterm and longterm success. Your time is valuable and how you go about your week will determine if you exceed or fall short on your goals. I share some tips for being more consistent in your efforts and challenge you to look at the role consistent efforts will and can play on your success]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53779269</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 May 2023 16:57:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53779269/excelling_through_consistency.mp3" length="14413632" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this week's episode, we look at the role consistency can help play in your shortterm and longterm success. Your time is valuable and how you go about your week will determine if you exceed or fall short on your goals. I share some tips for being...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this week's episode, we look at the role consistency can help play in your shortterm and longterm success. Your time is valuable and how you go about your week will determine if you exceed or fall short on your goals. I share some tips for being more consistent in your efforts and challenge you to look at the role consistent efforts will and can play on your success]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>901</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>consistency,goals,time management</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3cdfec0b3d18689dfee333fae82a0fdf.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Gaining Personal Value Through Volunteering</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gaining-personal-value-through-volunteering--52597835</link><description><![CDATA[Ironically, I have found that I have obtained more through volunteering than I ever thought possible. From learning skills to meeting some amazing people, your willingness and ability to support your local community can alter the course of your career and life. <br /><br />On this episode I talk a little about Volunteering and why you should!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52597835</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 18:53:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52597835/gaining_personal_value_through_volunteering.mp3" length="10103196" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Ironically, I have found that I have obtained more through volunteering than I ever thought possible. From learning skills to meeting some amazing people, your willingness and ability to support your local community can alter the course of your career...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ironically, I have found that I have obtained more through volunteering than I ever thought possible. From learning skills to meeting some amazing people, your willingness and ability to support your local community can alter the course of your career and life. <br /><br />On this episode I talk a little about Volunteering and why you should!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>632</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>development,giving,learning,volunteer,volunteering</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e9e680cf6ebf2ecbe8da581403b44aac.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Art of Networking, Getting The Most From The Process</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-art-of-networking-getting-the-most-from-the-process--52469652</link><description><![CDATA[Networking can play such a large role in your personal and professional development. How you interact with others, communicate your value and ultimately support those in your networking can have a long term impacts on your life. On this episode, I offer my framework for networking which has allowed me to speak at conferences across the country and develop some amazing relationships. <br /><br />Topics include<br /><br />SCOREing with Networking<br />Your Introduction<br />Present, Past, Future<br />Aiming To Help Others]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52469652</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2023 04:46:26 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52469652/the_art_of_networking_getting_the_most_from_the_process.mp3" length="17667847" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Networking can play such a large role in your personal and professional development. How you interact with others, communicate your value and ultimately support those in your networking can have a long term impacts on your life. On this episode, I...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Networking can play such a large role in your personal and professional development. How you interact with others, communicate your value and ultimately support those in your networking can have a long term impacts on your life. On this episode, I offer my framework for networking which has allowed me to speak at conferences across the country and develop some amazing relationships. <br /><br />Topics include<br /><br />SCOREing with Networking<br />Your Introduction<br />Present, Past, Future<br />Aiming To Help Others]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1105</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>communication,introduction,linkedin,networking,selling</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ab7ff3f8f064f0c4d9a8f5bc95910290.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>It's That Time Again! Goal Setting &amp; 2023</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-that-time-again-goal-setting-2023--52375496</link><description><![CDATA[All to often we set lofty goals going into a New Year. Through nearly 2 decades of finding success as an entrepreneur and sales professional, I think there is a simple formula that you can use to find success. I share that and a couple of other tips on this episode of the Smart Selling Guru Podcast]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52375496</guid><pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2023 01:22:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52375496/its_that_time_again_goal_setting_2023.mp3" length="20233224" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>All to often we set lofty goals going into a New Year. Through nearly 2 decades of finding success as an entrepreneur and sales professional, I think there is a simple formula that you can use to find success. I share that and a couple of other tips...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[All to often we set lofty goals going into a New Year. Through nearly 2 decades of finding success as an entrepreneur and sales professional, I think there is a simple formula that you can use to find success. I share that and a couple of other tips on this episode of the Smart Selling Guru Podcast]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1265</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>2023,goals,goal setting,mindset,planning</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ab7ff3f8f064f0c4d9a8f5bc95910290.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Leadership &amp; Influence 2022</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/leadership-influence-2022--48892230</link><description><![CDATA[Happy to share that for the 2nd year in a row, I was named one of The Most Influential Restaurant Executives in The Country according to NRN. I was asked by someone I support why I thought I made it on the list again. It really made me think about my position as a leader. In this episode, I share things I do that I believe helped me earn this amazing recognition.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48892230</guid><pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 03:41:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/48892230/leadership_influence_2022.mp3" length="14365656" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Happy to share that for the 2nd year in a row, I was named one of The Most Influential Restaurant Executives in The Country according to NRN. I was asked by someone I support why I thought I made it on the list again. It really made me think about my...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Happy to share that for the 2nd year in a row, I was named one of The Most Influential Restaurant Executives in The Country according to NRN. I was asked by someone I support why I thought I made it on the list again. It really made me think about my position as a leader. In this episode, I share things I do that I believe helped me earn this amazing recognition.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>898</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>career,entrepreneurship,leadership,management,personal development</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ab7ff3f8f064f0c4d9a8f5bc95910290.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>How Do You Define Success?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-do-you-define-success--46173325</link><description><![CDATA[What is success? During this episode, I share my thoughts on success and things you can do to help you find “success” in your life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46173325</guid><pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2021 17:07:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46173325/how_do_you_define_success.mp3" length="11325815" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What is success? During this episode, I share my thoughts on success and things you can do to help you find “success” in your life.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What is success? During this episode, I share my thoughts on success and things you can do to help you find “success” in your life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>708</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>success</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ab7ff3f8f064f0c4d9a8f5bc95910290.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>What Is Your TED Talk!?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-your-ted-talk--45343562</link><description><![CDATA[An opportunity presented itself this week to potentially do a TedX talk. This is exciting and a little overwhelming as now I need a talk! What would you talk about if given the opportunity. This week I explore my thoughts about the process and where I am leaning.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45343562</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2021 17:42:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/45343562/what_is_your_ted_talk.mp3" length="7127849" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An opportunity presented itself this week to potentially do a TedX talk. This is exciting and a little overwhelming as now I need a talk! What would you talk about if given the opportunity. This week I explore my thoughts about the process and where I...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An opportunity presented itself this week to potentially do a TedX talk. This is exciting and a little overwhelming as now I need a talk! What would you talk about if given the opportunity. This week I explore my thoughts about the process and where I am leaning.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>446</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>networking,personaldevelopment,presenting,speaker,tedtalk</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/013effd48627e1afd9bfd197c7010baf.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Networking Is Vital For Entreprenurial Success</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/networking-is-vital-for-entreprenurial-success--45129559</link><description><![CDATA[This episode I share a few pointers for getting the most out of your networking efforts. For those who follow me, you know that networking is VERY important to me, but also something that still puts me on edge each and every time! Hope to share a few tips that will help you be successful with your next experience!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45129559</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 01:08:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/45129559/networking_is_vital_for_entreprenurial_success.mp3" length="6811821" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This episode I share a few pointers for getting the most out of your networking efforts. For those who follow me, you know that networking is VERY important to me, but also something that still puts me on edge each and every time! Hope to share a few...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode I share a few pointers for getting the most out of your networking efforts. For those who follow me, you know that networking is VERY important to me, but also something that still puts me on edge each and every time! Hope to share a few tips that will help you be successful with your next experience!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>426</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>entrepeneur,growth,mindset,networking,personal development</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c04cf7d362e8c60b25345f11652c81ab.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Leadership &amp; Influence</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/leadership-influence--43792755</link><description><![CDATA[Recently I was named one of The “Most influential restaurant executives in the country, according to Nation’s Restaurant News readers”. As I reflected on what guides my leadership journey, it felt timely to share those thoughts with you. I share 4 things that I think have truly allowed me to positively impact those I have had the privilege to support over the past decade & challenge you to consider the type of leader you want to be. “Leadership Doesn’t Happen Overnight, but it Can Start Today”.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43792755</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2021 17:29:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/43792755/leadership_influence.mp3" length="8346783" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Recently I was named one of The “Most influential restaurant executives in the country, according to Nation’s Restaurant News readers”. As I reflected on what guides my leadership journey, it felt timely to share those thoughts with you. I share 4...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Recently I was named one of The “Most influential restaurant executives in the country, according to Nation’s Restaurant News readers”. As I reflected on what guides my leadership journey, it felt timely to share those thoughts with you. I share 4 things that I think have truly allowed me to positively impact those I have had the privilege to support over the past decade & challenge you to consider the type of leader you want to be. “Leadership Doesn’t Happen Overnight, but it Can Start Today”.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>522</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>impact,influence,leader,leadership,restaurant</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b33f6492aa4ed9b854227e8179954d4f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Mentorship- Giving and Getting Is Beneficial!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mentorship-giving-and-getting-is-beneficial--43308517</link><description><![CDATA[After a little bit of a break to organize my life, we are back & talking about Mentorship! Studies support the idea that mentorship can impact your trajectory (personal and professional) through life. Having had some great mentors and seeing the result of my mentorship in others, I share a few reasons why I think Mentorship is vital. I also update you on some projects I am working on and encourage you to get involved (both as a mentor and mentee)!<br />Here are a couple of organizations I support that could use your help!<br /><br /><a href="https://www.nfte.com/https://" rel="noopener">https://www.nfte.com/https://</a><br /><a href="http://www.collegeofadaptivearts.org/" rel="noopener">www.collegeofadaptivearts.org/</a><br /><br />Study referenced in the show today. <a href="https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/sites/gsb/files/publication-pdf/cgri-survey-2013-executive-coaching.pdf" rel="noopener">https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/sites/gsb/files/publication-pdf/cgri-survey-2013-executive-coaching.pdf</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43308517</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2021 20:26:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/43308517/mentorship_giving_and_getting_is_beneficial.mp3" length="13389980" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>After a little bit of a break to organize my life, we are back &amp; talking about Mentorship! Studies support the idea that mentorship can impact your trajectory (personal and professional) through life. Having had some great mentors and seeing the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[After a little bit of a break to organize my life, we are back & talking about Mentorship! Studies support the idea that mentorship can impact your trajectory (personal and professional) through life. Having had some great mentors and seeing the result of my mentorship in others, I share a few reasons why I think Mentorship is vital. I also update you on some projects I am working on and encourage you to get involved (both as a mentor and mentee)!<br />Here are a couple of organizations I support that could use your help!<br /><br /><a href="https://www.nfte.com/https://" rel="noopener">https://www.nfte.com/https://</a><br /><a href="http://www.collegeofadaptivearts.org/" rel="noopener">www.collegeofadaptivearts.org/</a><br /><br />Study referenced in the show today. <a href="https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/sites/gsb/files/publication-pdf/cgri-survey-2013-executive-coaching.pdf" rel="noopener">https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/sites/gsb/files/publication-pdf/cgri-survey-2013-executive-coaching.pdf</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>837</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>mentor,mentoring,mentorship</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b652679c8b01a13e3c18e4598b3cb8f2.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Goal Setting</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/goal-setting--41586809</link><description><![CDATA[This week I share a few areas that you can focus on to improve your goal setting! I also quickly outline 10 goal setting areas I think are important to put focus into which are" Educations, Physical Health, Relationships, Personal Development, Career, Financial, Spiritual, Psychological, External, and Experiential. For more information, visit me at SmartSelling.Guru or you can email me at <a href="mailto:Info@smartselling.guru">Info@smartselling.guru</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41586809</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2020 15:36:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/41586809/goal_setting.mp3" length="9275349" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jerome Dees</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week I share a few areas that you can focus on to improve your goal setting! I also quickly outline 10 goal setting areas I think are important to put focus into which are" Educations, Physical Health, Relationships, Personal Development, Career,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I share a few areas that you can focus on to improve your goal setting! I also quickly outline 10 goal setting areas I think are important to put focus into which are" Educations, Physical Health, Relationships, Personal Development, Career, Financial, Spiritual, Psychological, External, and Experiential. For more information, visit me at SmartSelling.Guru or you can email me at <a href="mailto:Info@smartselling.guru">Info@smartselling.guru</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>580</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>goals,goal setting,mental health,personal development</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ab7ff3f8f064f0c4d9a8f5bc95910290.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Mental Health- How Are You On A Scale of 1 to 10?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mental-health-how-are-you-on-a-scale-of-1-to-10--40897817</link><description><![CDATA[Our mental health is vitally important. Especially now with everything going on in the world. With this being the case, I personally don’t think we spend nearly enough time talking about how we are and things we can do to improve our situation. 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With this being the case, I personally don’t think we spend nearly enough time talking about how we are and things we can do to improve our situation. It is ok to not be ok, it is NOT ok to stay that way. 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