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Something Extra
My name is Lisa Nichols, and I have spent the last 30 years as both the CEO of Technology Partners and as the mother to Ally, our daughter with Down syndrome. Down syndrome occurs when someone is born with an extra chromosome, but for Ally, her “something extra” goes beyond her DNA. She is one of the funniest, kindest, mostly joyful people you have ever met. Learning from Ally has taught me to look for the “something extras” in everyone I encounter. Join me as I interview leaders from around…
Episodes
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Finding Your Blindspots in Leadership w/ Abe Ng
CEO of Shushi Maki, Abe Ng, is a leader you want to know! His time on Something Extra will equip you for times when there isn’t a rule book for your reality…
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Empathetic Leadership w/ Shannon Hauf
SVP and Head of Seed Production Innovation at Bayer, Shannon Hauf, speaks to a major aspect of leadership which is motivating people to move and be part of an…
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Going The Extra Mile w/ Aarti Sharma
Mastercard’s Vice President of Tech Ops Services, Aarti Sharma, believes that that something extra every leader needs is empathy and willingness to go above…
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Discerning Between What is Equitable and Equal w/ Wendy Henry
BKD Managing Partner, Wendy Henry, has something to say about not just knowing your piece in the company but taking time to be intentional to know the pieces…
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The Humanity of Taking Care of Each Other w/ Kathy Mazzarella
In this episode of Something Extra, Kathy Mazzarella shares wisdom on the humanity of taking care of each other, becoming better in varying opportunities, and…
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Empathy in The Workplace w/ Ken Cella
From intern to Principal at Edward Jones, Ken Cella has been fueled by the impact of education, family, and purpose as he continues to give back to the St…
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Vision + Values w/ Mark Taylor
In this episode of Something Extra, Dean of Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis, Mark Taylor, shares his love for literature, speaks on…
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Education as The Path to Freedom w/ Mary Elizabeth Grimes
You know what they say, “Once a Marian girl, always a Marian girl.” It was a pleasure to have Mary Elizabeth Grimes, President of Marian Middle School, as the…
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The Beauty of Being Informed w/ Ian Watkins
In this Something Extra episode, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Mallinckrodt, Ian Watkins, shares valuable insight on the beauty…
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Best of 100 w/ Something Extra
100 episodes in and we are just getting started with Something Extra! Join us on our nostalgic walk down memory lane with a compilation of clips from your…
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Intangibles That Can’t Be Taught w/ Albert Pujols and Todd Perry
Since 2018, we have had the incredible privilege of hearing outstanding leaders share their stories and something extras with us. Episode 100 is no exception…
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Learning to Walk in Their Shoes w/ Ron Green
From growing up as a scout to serving as a commissioned professional scouter for nearly 40 years, Ron Green has devoted his time to the movement that impacted…
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Finding Your Leadership Turbo Button w/ Art McCoy
In the words of Art McCoy, “The paveway has already been laid and the highway is set, so now you just have to get on that highway.” Take a few minutes to hear…
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Leading From a Place of Vulnerability w/ Tim Wentworth
Education, community, and philanthropy are just a glimpse into the many passions Tim Wentworth is fueled by. After listening to his time on The Something Extra…
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Establishing Reciprocity in Your Workplace w/ Elise Mitchell
This 96th episode of Something Extra will leave you with an increase in your wealth of knowledge from the beauty of asking thought provoking questions to…
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The Beauty of Question Asking w/ Paris Forest
Do you know where you want to go, but are hesitant to take the next step because it seems too challenging? Take a moment to receive the wisdom of Paris Forest…
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Letting Go of The Need for Control w/ John O'Leary
We've all had those experiences where we would rather run away than face our fears head on. Take a moment to hear John's story of letting go of the need for…
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Understanding Your Mission w/ Dennis Muilenburg
No matter the position you strive for in life, understanding the mission behind what you're doing professionally and personally remains necessary. Listen to…
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Prioritizing the Value of The Customer w/ Alex Melvin
We’ve all heard the phrase, “the customer is always right,” and Alex Melvin, CEO of Rural King, gives it a more meaningful definition. Learn how prioritizing…
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Maximizing Your Relationships w/ John Ruhlin
How can you stand out in business and in your personal life? Listen to encouraging and strategic words on how to maximize your relationships to shine in this…
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Expressing Your Humanity w/ Lauren Herring
Add something tangibly beneficial to your week as International speaker and CEO of Impact Group, Lauren Herring, delivers a resounding and timely episode in…
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Filling the Void w/ Dan Lauer
The inspiration behind the nationally beloved Waterbabies, Dan Lauer, joins Lisa on this week's episode of the Something Extra Podcast. Guest Links: Dan's…
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Challenging the Norms w/ Jayson Wells
Former professional basketball player, Author, and truly revolutionary life coach, Jayson Wells, shares wisdom from a lifetime of experience in extraordinary…
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The Thing That Could Make or Break Your Leadership w/ Rich McClure
Becoming a boon to those around you and setting the standard for seeing the value in every single individual is just the tip of the iceberg as Rich McClure…
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Leadership That Lasts w/ Stephanie Winslow
Author and Founder of Blind Spot Consultants, Stephanie Winslow, offers a path to a healthy, robust lifestyle and career as she shares her stories behind her…
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Have The Willingness to Change Your Life w/ Dr. Lauren Munsch Dal Farra & Dr. Basima Williams
Medical doctors at PALM Health, Dr. Lauren Munsch Dal Farra and Dr. Basima Williams, join Lisa on an eye-opening episode as they discuss key lesser-known…
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Maintaining a Strong Passion w/ Rose Hanley
We have the privilege of bringing on one of the most compassionate and people-oriented leaders on the show as Rosemary Hanley shares heartwarming and impactful…
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Overcoming Adversary w/ Brandon Mann
In our first-ever virtual episode of the Something Extra Podcast, we're privileged to welcome CEO (Kingdom Capital) and Author, Brandon Mann, as he details a…
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Aligning Your Team to The Mission w/ Eduard De Vries
With experience in a plethora of departments in South Africa, the UK, and now the US, VP of IT Business Consultancy of SSM Health, Eduard de Vries has an…
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The L Word w/ Marke Freeman
Is it appropriate to use the word "love" in the workplace when talking about how you treat employees? What are tangible ways we can pour into the next…
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The Strength to Take Risks w/ Cillah Hall
Groundbreaking Founder and Publisher of Gazelle Magazine, Cillah Hall, shares her riveting story from her roots in Zambia to her profoundly deep and lasting…
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Seeing The Beauty in Those Around You w/ Lori Jacob
In her role that has deeply impacted the future leaders of the next generation, Lori Jacob, President & CEO of Junior Achievement, shares the intricacies and…
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Reinventing Yourself w/ Danish Nagda
Taking ownership over the largest textile business in the middle east at 17 is merely the beginning of the story that Danish Nagda, Founder of Rezilient…
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Checking Your Blindspots w/ Greg Holder
Author, Speaker, and Lead Pastor of the Crossing Church, Greg Holder, joins in on a special episode with Lisa to discuss embodying a growth-filled culture…
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Becoming a Leader Worth Following w/ Otis Williams
Otis WIlliams brings a perspective on preparing the next generation and what makes a leader worth following in his experience as Executive Director at St…
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The Beauty of Doing Life in Community w/ David Hartley
Not doing life alone, transforming an entire organization, and creating a vision are just the tip of the iceberg of what David Hartley, Director of Advisory…
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Finding Your Voice as a Leader w/ Maria Russo
CIO of Washington University School of Medicine, Maria Russo, shares the power behind finding your voice as a leader on the latest episode of Something Extra…
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Start Up, Stand Out, and Stay w/ Jason Hall
A genuine "Man of the People" and civic leader, CEO, Jason Hall, leads a movement of impact upon St. Louis to transform and improve its peoples lives forever –…
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Uncommon Determination w/ Chet Guess
From the ships of the US Navy to the offices of the C-suite, Chet Guess, President of Technology Investment Group and CTO of Kingdom Capital, shares his story…
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Knowing Your Worth w/ Jeff Koziatek
Belief in people, the pursuit of a life you're called to, and realizing the value we were born with, are but a few things that Jeff Koziatek, Founder of Core…
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The Credibly Piece w/ Don Imholz
In this week’s episode with Lisa, Don Imholz reveals why credibility and integrity carry such an immense weight within your organization as he recounts his…
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Asking the Right Questions w/ Tom Chulick
Tom Chulick, President and CEO of the St Louis Regional Chamber, shares how those in leadership don’t have to have all the answers, how taking risk is a must…
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Leading With Curiosity w/ Kathy Lambert
With the life-changing impact to over 120,000 women and children, CEO and Co-Founder, Kathy Lambert shares what she’s learned from over two decades serving…
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Changing the Culture Around You w/ Gerry Imhoff
Changing the culture of an entire organization and making decisions with true wisdom and humility are nothing to take for granted. Gerry Imhoff, Senior VP and…
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Taking the Rest You Need w/ David Karandish
In an unforgettable episode of Something Extra, David Karandish, Founder and CEO of Capacity, unfolds the lessons and stories he’s gained from starring on the…
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Pursuing a Relationship with God w/ Johann Ferreira
From dealing with an entire city's water supply drying up to carrying on his father's legacy, Johann Ferreira shows how it's possible to face adversity with an…
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Tech LX Live Panel w/ Something Extra
In a special episode of the Something Extra podcast, we welcome four C-suite level IT leaders at the graduation of Technology Partners and Ouellette and…
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Best Of 2019 w/ Something Extra
Our gift to you this holiday season is a compilation of clips from your top-rated episodes of 2019. Featuring Jennifer Povlitz, Mark Thom, John Townsend…
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Impacting the World Behind Closed Doors w/ JC Rudden
From playing an 83-hour baseball game to creating space for innovations that affect the world, Director at Panera Bread, J.C. Rudden, explores the…
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The Three C's of Leadership w/ Bhavani Amirthalingam
SVP, Chief Digital Information Officer at Ameren, Bhavani Amirthalingam, shares how to navigate difficult situations that life throws, take advantage of…
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Living Beyond the Motto w/ Bonnie Wurzbacher
Former executive at Coca-Cola and World Vision, Bonnie Jo Wurzbacher, joins Lisa and shares how business directly serves communities, how to bring passion to…
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What You Will Never Be Exempt From w/ Cabanne Howard
From working in an art gallery to becoming the CEO of Kaleidoscope Management Group, Cabanne Howard joins Lisa and shares how not every path in life is linear…
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Seeing Around The Corner w/ Erin Joy
In a special live recording with a full studio audience, Lisa sits down with Founder of Black Dress Circle, Erin Joy, as they take a deep dive into the…
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Every Leader's Responsibility w/ Mandy Murphey
13-time Emmy award-winning news anchor for Fox 2, Mandy Murphy, joins the show this week as she shares insight from over 25 years at KTVI on the relationship…
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Leading From Behind the Pack w/ Derrik Kassebaum
Join Lisa as she sits down with Derrik Kassebaum, Co-Founder of Cosmos Corporation, while they highlight the exciting and long-lasting impact of leaving a…
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Staying in the Constant State of Improvement w/ Mark Sutherland
Diplomat and CMO for Missouri Partnership, Mark Sutherland, joins Lisa as they land on topics such as communicating at the level of your audience, doing the…
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Identifying the Hidden Talents w/ Nalini Polavarapu
Data Science lead at Bayer, Nalini Polavarapu, sits down with Lisa and shows how the blend of empathy, leadership, and technology make for a recipe of…
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What You Should Always Ask More Of w/ Dee Ann Turner
Former C-suite executive at Chick-Fil-A, Dee Ann Turner, shares career-changing insights and delves deep into understanding the ultimate calling that every…
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Having The Willingness To Walk In The Trenches w/ Tim Ezell
In an exciting and resounding episode, Lisa brings Tim Ezell, Host of The Thread and Feature Reporter for Fox 2 News, on the show to share how people and…
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How to Have That Sparkle w/ Tricia Zimmer Ferguson
President of Kaldi’s coffee, Tricia Zimmer Ferguson, joins Lisa as they talk about surrounding yourself with passionate people, how serving coffee can affect…