In this outstanding episode, Vennie Gore and I discuss many things, including-  Operational excellence and the three questions Are you doing the right thing? Do you have the capacity? Can you do it right? The Innovation Lab Fall welcome The new student health and wellness center Vennie Gore serves as Executive Vice President for Administration at Michigan State University, a role he assumed in March 2025. A seasoned leader with a strong commitment to operational excellence and inclusive processes, Vennie oversees the university’s central Human Resources department, Infrastructure Planning and Facilities, Information Technology, the Office of Sustainability, Residential and Hospitality Services, and the Inclusive Campus Initiative. He also shares oversight of the Department of Police and Public Safety and University Licensing. With more than two decades of leadership experience in higher education, Vennie has played a pivotal role in shaping MSU’s strategic vision and fostering a campus environment that prioritizes student success and institutional excellence. Recognized nationally for his contributions, he has received numerous accolades, including the American College Personnel Association Diamond Award and the Association of College and University Housing Officers-International James C. Grimm Leadership and Service Award. His deep institutional knowledge and commitment to MSU’s mission continues to drive excellence across the university’s administrative functions.

Quinn Magnuson is the CEO and Founder @EffortOverResults Coaching / Keynote Speaker / ICF Certified Leadership / Performance Coach / Former Pro Athlete / Host of the “Effort Over Results” Podcast With over two decades of experience spanning leadership, coaching, and advisory services, I am committed to empowering organizations to foster resilience, retention, and results. As Founder and CEO of Effort Over Results Coaching, I partner with leaders and teams to cultivate effort-first cultures where motivation, accountability, and alignment thrive. By prioritizing effort over outcomes, I aim to help organizations unlock untapped potential while championing inclusivity, trust, and sustainable growth. Founder and CEO of Effort Over Results Coaching Helping leaders and teams unlock resilience, retention, and results through an EOR culture Effort is what moves the needle. Not just results. After 20+ years in leadership, coaching, and competitive athletics — I’ve seen firsthand what organizations miss: They measure what’s easy, reward the visible, and lose the very people who keep the lights on. EOR Coaching helps organizations build a culture that sees effort clearly and values it loudly What We Do: We build effort-first cultures inside organizations so people are not just productive — they’re motivated, accountable, and aligned. Our services include: • Leadership Coaching (1:1 + team) Develop high-trust, effort-driven leaders who inspire action • Company Workshops & Trainings Live and virtual sessions to install the EOR framework • Effort Assessment & Culture Diagnostics: Proprietary tools that measure psychological safety, recognition, risk tolerance: before and after our engagement. • 12-Week Leadership Curriculum A program that helps teams embed EOR values, language, and systems. • The EOR System Our full-stack leadership methodology • Keynotes & Speaking Engagements Real stories, real talk, and real strategy Why Effort Over Results? Because in today’s economy, talent isn’t leaving for more money — they’re leaving for more meaning. When you recognize and coach effort, here’s what you unlock: • Higher retention • More innovation • Faster learning • Lower burnout • Stronger culture • Authentic leadership • Psychological safety Who We Work With • Founders & CEOs building strong, sustainable cultures • Fast-growing companies scaling to 100+ employees • Senior leaders looking to upgrade team performance without pressure • Organizations tired of turnover, tension, and “checked out” employees • School districts, coaches, and parents implementing EOR in youth development www.effortoverresults.com Coaching teams across North America & beyond

What Brock Fletcher has built over 15 years with his Selling Team of Keller Williams Realty is amazing. Brock brings one of his stars, Stacee Robison (listing specialist) on this episode and it is dynamite. Is change coming in your life? Upsizing, downsizing, selling, buying? You need professionals who care and those you can #TRUST. Call Stacee at 517-803-5165 directly and get results you could never imagine! #Realestate #Money #Trust #KellerWilliams @kellerwilliams

Understanding how important marketing is to your overall performance in business is crucial. Listen to Aaron Baer as we discuss the massive "WHY" you need to know this! The goal of Baer Performance Media is to provide businesses the full spectrum of marketing, advertising, and public relations with an unparalleled energy and determination. Aaron's team at Baer Performance Marketing s trives to provide our clients with sound ideas, strategies, and most importantly, RESULTS! We treat each of our clients like they are our only client and a part of our family. We are making marketing fun and successful, the way it should be! Specialties: Media planning and buying, public relations initiatives, social media, promotional planning, copywriting/creative, e-mail marketing, graphic design, website design, search engine optimization, and corporate culture

My Creativity Coaching Angle Hadick Creative can help with building websites, content strategy, or coaching teams on being creative. See HadickCreative.com Renewable Creativity has courses and free articles on every facet of developing your creative spirit. See RenewableCreativity.com Four Segments Creativity is for everyone, not just poets and artists, but business folk, office workers, and trades people Creativity is like physical fitness: it needs a strong foundation of sleep, nutrition, a little planning and maybe some goals Generative A.I. is just another distraction, like too much television, or drinking, that can rob you of the chance to be creative Humans are the most creative creatures on earth. Creativity pulled out of the darkness, and can be a source of constant joy if you put in a little effort Find Mickey's press kit and anything else that is needed here: https://www.mickeyhadick.com/press-kit/

Reflections from a builder, operator, and reinvention partner 1. WHAT is success? Success isn’t one-size-fits-all. For me, it’s about surrounding myself with people, capital partners, collaborators, and teams—who share my values and care about the same outcomes I do. Alignment is everything. Success is the quality of people you surround yourself with—and ensuring they’re aligned with what you care about. 2. HOW do you achieve it? By stepping into complexity and finding the opportunity others overlook. Rolling up your sleeves, doing the work, and being curious. 3. IF you’re stuck, what do you do? Reconnect with what has always driven you—even if your current role doesn’t. Don’t be afraid to try something new 4. WHEN do you know it’s time to evolve? When your comfort zone starts to feel like a cage You know it’s time to evolve when the version of success you’re living no longer feels like yours. What Tom Matt’s Audience Should Know About Me 1. I build things—from the ground up and the inside out. I’ve led startups, raised capital, fixed broken systems, and helped organizations grow through transition. Whether launching a proptech platform for aging adults or leading growth at a private equity firm focused on special-situation tech companies, I know how to build value where others see complexity. 2. I’ve reinvented myself—and helped others do the same. I’ve shifted from founder to investor, from mission-driven tech to buyouts, and from operating a company to advising others. Reinvention isn’t just a theme for me—it’s a lived experience. I help leaders and organizations navigate those same crossroads with clarity and confidence. 3. I’m values-driven—but results-oriented. I believe in doing meaningful work—but it must work. I’ve built business models that are financially sustainable, and mission aligned. I care deeply about impact, aging, housing, and equity—but I lead with discipline, accountability, and data. 4. I don’t believe success is one-size-fits-all. Titles, exits, and metrics matter—but what really matters is whether your life and work reflect who you are and what you value. I’ve helped founders, executives, and platforms recalibrate not just what they’re doing—but why.

Audio expert, professional musician, DJ, talk show host, producer, Mitch Anderson, and his 'Black Circle Radio' are a force to be reckoned with. In this episode we talk about Mitch's top shows he has produced for us, including Rob Helm, Danielle Radin, Roland Lazenby just to name a few. Also we talk about Mitch and his journey into sobriety, which of course I support entirely. Take a listen to Black Circle Radio when your done with this episode! Fun fact: The theme song for The Tom Matt Show was originally named, "The Expanding Grip"! Song written by The Arc of All and Mitch Anderson as the duo The Source of Light & Power

There are many factors that are leading us to wonder what is next in real estate? What is "The Next Big Thing" according to Brock Fletcher of the Selling Team of Keller Williams Realty"

For his 30th visit to our program Craig Stiles, Ameriprise Financial, the #FinancialFitness topic on our show is HUGE! Rest assured everything is going to be fine. For example here is an article supporting this episode from Edward Jones Investment- Overall, stock markets have rebounded nicely over the last two weeks with the S&P 500 up about 8%, as first-quarter data has held up and policymakers seem to be making progress on trade. Keep in mind that two or three pullbacks are normal in any year, especially as markets digest potentially higher inflation and softer growth. Nonetheless, we may see better sentiment heading into year-end, as the Federal Reserve likely lowers interest rates, and earnings growth looks to recover heading into 2026. For more information about Craig and his services please visit: https://www.ameripriseadvisors.com/craig.stiles/