Voice of Influence

78: How to Find Your Purpose and Make it Happen with Kim Gravel

11 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Kim Gravel is a veteran tv host, entrepreneur, public speaker, and life coach who's appeared on The Steve Harvey Show and was regularly featured on Si...

77: Coaching Tips for Leaders with Andrea Joy Wenburg

04 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're working with people one-on-one, an executive working with a team, or you're a parent who wants to the best come out of your kids, you'v...

76: How to Hear the Voice of Your Customers with Oscar Trimboli

28 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Oscar Trimboli is on a quest to create 100 million "deep listeners" in the world. As a former marketing director at Vodafone and Microsoft, Oscar has ...

75: How to Navigate Two Sides of Respect with Andrea Joy Wenburg

21 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do your employees feel respected? Business leaders know respect is important but there's often confusion as to what that respect looks like and what i...

74: Creating High Performing Service Agents, with Alan Stein Jr.

14 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Alan Stein Jr. is a coach, speaker, and author with an expertise in improving organizational performance, cohesion, and accountability. He spent more ...

73: How to Break Out of the Spin Cycle of Self-Criticism with Barbara Churchill

10 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Barbara Churchill is a sought-after master-certified executive leadership coach who specializes in working with emerging and senior level leaders and ...

72: How to Ignite a Culture of Bold Innovation with Leena Patel

03 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Leena Patel is the CEO of Global Impact Systems, founder of Sandbox2boardroom.com, and a leading expert on helping executive teams worldwide drive inn...

71: Bridging Ideological Divides with Judy Brower

19 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Judy Brower is a life and leadership coach. She also just so happens to be one of my mentors. Having learned deep respect for many people who hold opp...

70: How To Be a Servant Leader in Sales with Tiffany Adams

22 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Tiffany Adams has spent most of her professional life working in a corporate setting dealing with human capital management; both before and after they...

69: How to Confront People Without Feeling Pressure with Andrea Joy Wenburg

15 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I've received more feedback about my recent episode on how to discern your calling without feeling pressure than almost any other episode to-date. I'm...

68: Mental Health Matters for Pastors and Those Who Care for Them with Espen Klausen, Ph.D.

08 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Espen Klausen is a regular here on the Voice of Influence podcast and he's back again this week. This time, Dr. Klausen is here to discuss mental ...

67: How to Discern Your Calling Without Feeling Pressure with Andrea Joy Wenburg

01 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever looked at someone you admire and felt pressured to be like them, do things the way they do, or do something just because they say you sh...

66: How to Become a Citizen Leader for a Cause with Susie Hageman

24 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Susie Hageman is a local friend of mine and I'm very excited to have her on the show with me because she is doing very important work, at a local leve...

65: What to Say to People Who Are Angry with You with Andrea Joy Wenburg

17 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

As a voice of influence, I'm sure you've experienced your fair share of negative people or trolls. They often seem angry for no reason, don't respond ...

64: How Small Shifts Lead to Big Transformation with Claudio Toyama

10 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Claudio Toyama is committed to raising the awareness of people around the world, so they live full and fulfilled lives at work and home. He is an inte...

63: Uncovering Money Blocks with Eleni Anastos

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Eleni Anastos is the CEO of Business Insights Now and she specializes in uncovering money blocks to help business owners and individuals grow and lear...

62: Living Boldly with Andrea Joy Wenburg

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week I have a very special episode to bring you. Today is actually my 40th birthday and, as I started to approach this birthday, I began reflecti...

61: How to Stop Being Afraid of Standing Out with Alicia Couri

16 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Alicia Couri is a dynamic empowerment speaker, author, and personal branding expert who shares her message of how overcoming low self-esteem and lack ...

60: Sell Like Crazy While Serving Others and Being Yourself with Jim Padilla

09 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We're all salespeople whether we identify as one or not. If we want to use our voice of influence in the world, we'll need to become better salespeopl...

59: How to Respond With Grace & Power When You're Under Pressure with Crystal Davis

02 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Crystal Davis is a certified Leadership Development Coach, consultant, and speaker whose business personality and work practices are the foundation of...

58: How to Make & Keep Your Message Relevant with Joe Calloway

25 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There are new businesses, thought leaders, influencers, coaches, consultants, you name it coming onto the scene every single day. So, how you can stan...

57: Stop Putting Yourself On the Backburner with Keri Stanley

18 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When someone asks who you are, how often do you respond with your title? Wife, mother, physician, executive, etc. You're more than just your title and...

56: Find Authentic Confidence in Alcohol-Free Living with Kate Bee

11 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

How often do we see memes on Facebook about it being "wine o'clock" or how often do we hear references in pop culture about how alcohol is the answer ...

55: Find Your MOJO Even in Hard Times with Karen Worstell

04 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We all have that loud voice inside our head screaming at us to avoid doing things that make us comfortable. While this voice is just trying to protect...

54: Why Her View From Home Matters with Leslie Means

21 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I want your voice to matter more and I'm absolutely thrilled to bring you guest this week who shares this exact sentiment! Leslie Means is a former ne...

53: How Your Attention and Energy Can Change the Game with Neen James

14 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Neen James is a speaker, entrepreneur, and the author of Attention Pays. Neen's client list has included companies like Viacom, Comcast, Paramount Pic...

52: How You Can Change Your Experience of Physical and Emotional Pain

07 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We tend to talk about authentic self-expression on this show, but what does that really mean? Most people equate being authentic to "being real" and a...

51: How to Use Adversity to Accelerate Growth with Dr. Colby Jubenville

30 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Colby Jubenville, PhD is an accomplished author, international speaker, professor, business advisor, entrepreneur, and inventor who holds an academic ...

50: A Step-By-Step Process to Creating Innovative Solutions

23 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Innovation is important because we don't want the same old solutions that give us the same old results. That's why I'm breaking down how to come up w...

49: Marketing Strategies: Online and Offline with Laura Pence Atencio

16 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura Pence Atencio is the Founder of Social Savvy Geek, LLC., and the Host of the Social Savvy Geek radio show and podcast.  Laura helps entrepreneu...

48: 3 Key Points of Transformational Messages

09 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is a transformational message and what should be included? Transformational messages can be used to connect with your audience on a deeper level ...

47: 6 Priceless Insights from 38 Interviews with Message-Driven Leaders

02 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this special first anniversary edition of the Voice of Influence, I decided to look back on the past year and the amazing interviews I've been able...

46: How to Remain an Idealist in a Harsh World

19 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

As an idealist, you have a vision for how you would like the world to be. Unfortunately, that vision doesn't always come to fruition and that can be i...

45: Your Three Audiences and How to Speak to Them

12 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been unsure of how much of your personal life and world views you should share with your audience; especially on social media? When I fi...

44: What Bill and Melinda Gates Taught Me About Brand Strategy

05 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you could ask Bill and Melinda Gates one question, what would it be? I recently had the amazing opportunity to ask Bill and Melinda Gates a questio...

43: Using Curiosity to Create Passion with John Lee Dumas

26 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

John Lee Dumas is the Host of the incredibly successful podcast, Entrepreneur On Fire; which amasses 1.5 million listens every month and includes almo...

42: How to Market Your Book Without Fear with Lindsey Hartz

19 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsey Hartz is a marketing consultant for Christian authors and publishers. She is also the the book marketing agency, Lindsey Hartz Creative. Linds...

41: How to Overcome Impostor Syndrome

12 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, I dive into the dreaded Impostor Syndrome. It's something almost every single coach, consultant, entrepreneur, and freelancer ha...

40: Understanding the Value of Your Own Voice with Jolene Underwood

05 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jolene Underwood is a writer, blogger, coach, and emotional health warrior. She draws upon her own personal journey toward emotional health, her psych...

39: Three Steps for Getting Your Team to Come to a Consensus

29 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this special solo episode, I use a recent experience with my two young children to explain the three steps, or tactics, you can take to get your te...

38: How Technology Can Influence Your Personal Brand with Stephanie Humphrey

22 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie Humphrey is the technology contributor to 'The Harry Show', hosted by Harry Connick, Jr., and she has also contributed her expertise to othe...

37: How to Become a Lifestyle Entrepreneur with April Beach

15 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Almost every single entrepreneur starts a business because they want to live life on their own terms. They have an idea in their mind of what they wan...

36: How to Actually Achieve Your New Year's Resolutions with Espen Klausen, Ph.D.

01 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The start of the new year always brings about resolutions for change. Unfortunately, most of us give up our resolutions by the end of the first month....

35: 3 Practices to Help You Get Ready for 2018

18 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Do you put forethought into how you want to show up to a conversation or do you spend more time worrying about how the conversation went, afterwards? ...

Voice Studio 34: Take Care Of Yourself, Friend

14 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode we talk about the importance of giving yourself a chance to recover in the midst of a stressful, chaotic time.  Mentione...

34: Why Strong-Willed Kids Make Great Entrepreneurs with Kirk Martin of Celebrate Calm

11 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Kirk Martin is the founder of Celebrate Calm and he has taught over 600,000 parents and teachers around the world to stop defiance, yelling, and power...

Voice Studio 33: Find Pivotal Moments in Your Story to Transform Your Message

30 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode, we talk about the importance of finding pivotal moments in your life that can transform the way you share your message. ...

33: Will You Stay Stagnant or Rise Up? with Lia Valencia Key

27 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Lia Valencia Key was in elementary school when an injury kept her mom from being able to work and she ended up in a homeless shelter in Philadelphia. ...

Voice Studio 32: The Key to Living a Life of Gratitude, not Transaction

23 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this short Voice Studio episode, we discuss what gratitude really gets you.  Mentioned:  Episode 32 www.voiceofinfluence.net/32

32: Discover Your Design and Lead with Purpose with Dr. Anthony J. Marchese

20 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

"Don't you wish that babies came with owner's manuals?!" We've all wish we could understand our kids, loved ones, friends and coworkers better at one ...

Voice Studio 31: The Tether Ball High Performance Strategy

16 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode Andrea shares the Tether Ball high performance strategy. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 31: Find Your Why and Get Stu...

31: How to Find Your "Why" and Achieve Focused Mastery with Corey Poirier

13 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Corey Poirier is a multiple-time TEDx Speaker and multiple-time best selling author. He is also the host of two top rated podcasts, founder of The Spe...

30: Offer the Feather that Could Nudge People to Their Destiny with Terry Weaver

06 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Elephants make bad pets. If you read Terry Weaver's new release Making Elephants Fly, you'll realize why. The "elephant in the room" for too many peop...

Voice Studio 29: How to Describe What You Do Without Confusing People

02 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode, Andrea offers a helpful tip for people who don't like to say what they do so they try to get creative with their job des...

29: Find Your Message & Superpower in the Voice of Influence Academy with Linette Bumford

30 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Linette Bumford is a Jesus Follower, Wife, and Mother. She is an ambitious, focused, and determined thought leader. A veteran of the USAF, MBA graduat...

Voice Studio 28: How to Rebrand When You Feel Loyal to Your Audience

26 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about my own struggle to re-brand myself and step into a fuller version of my voice after I wrote a memoir. If you're strugglin...

28: How to be a Strong, Female Voice in Business with Amy Porterfield

23 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Amy is an online marketing expert and educator and the host of the top-ranked podcast, Online Marketing Made Easy. Amy has worked with mega brands li...

27: How to Integrate Work and Life as a Visionary Creative with Jeff Goins

16 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Goins is the author of four books, including the national best seller, The Art of Work and his latest book, Real Artists Don't Starve. He is also...

Voice Studio 26: How a Killer Elevator Pitch Could Change Everything

12 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mentioned in this episode: * Episode 26 with Wes Gay * "Nail Your Elevator Pitch 5 Day Challenge" www.voiceofinfluence.net/challenge

26: How to Use Your Perspective to Help Shift a Global Conversation with Wes Gay

09 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Wes Gay is a writer, entrepreneur, and marketing consultant. He is a StoryBrand Certified Copywriter and Guide, helping businesses clarify their marke...

Voice Studio 25: Dive Deep So You Can Rise Up with Your Personal Brand Strategy

05 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Announcing: The Voice of Influence Academy! Dive in and find a way to articulate who you are and what you're all about to create your authentic Person...

25: How to Monetize Your Expertise for a Portfolio Career with Dorie Clark

02 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Dorie Clark is an adjunct professor at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and the author of Entrepreneurial You, Reinventing You and Stand Ou...

Personal Brand Strategy is All About Connecting (extended)

29 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

It stinks when you feel misunderstood by people - especially people you are PAYING to understand you. Here's why your personal brand strategy is vital...

Voice Studio 24: Brand Strategy is all About Communication

28 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode, Andrea breaks down why a personal brand strategy will help you communicate and connect your gifts and message with someo...

24: Earn the Right to Be Direct by Connecting First, with Amber Hurdle

25 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Amber Hurdle is a teen mom turned powerhouse businesswoman who has worked with international celebrities, Fortune 500 companies, and women in busine...

Voice Studio 23: Don't Make this Common Mistake When Looking for Your Passion

21 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode, Andrea contrasts the difference between a passionate voice and a reactionary voice. For more on this topic, visit www.vo...

23: Turn Setbacks into Comebacks with Gus Gustafson

18 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Gus Gustafson says he was raised in 'Gus' utopia'! His life had been perfect! He had great parents, great siblings and a great future. He was the bigg...

Voice Studio 22: Is the Pursuit of Justice Worth the Relational Mess?

14 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode, Andrea tackles the question, "Is the pursuit of justice worth the relational mess?" Mentioned in this episode: Episode 2...

22: Bringing Hope to the Hopeless Around the Globe with John Cotton Richmond of the Human Trafficking Institute

11 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Are you overwhelmed by the problem of sex trafficking and forced labor in the world? Sometimes it feels like a hopeless reality. What can really be do...

Voice Studio 21: Bring this to Every Intentional Conversation

08 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode, Andrea discusses the one thing you need to be sure to bring to every conversation of intentional friendship. Mentioned i...

21: How to Find People Who Will Challenge You to be Your Best

04 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie Hock's coaching credentials through Gallup and the John Maxwell Team define her specialization of helping people stop living life, and start le...

North Platte Rotary Talk with Q&A

17 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We're spicing things up a bit with a new kind of audio episode for the Voice of Influence podcast. Here is a talk I gave for a local service organizat...

Voice Studio 20: Why People Don't Believe You Care About Them

28 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

  In this Voice Studio episode, we discuss Doug Walters' quote from episode 20: "Students know when you care. Students know when you are sincere. Stu...

20: How to Facilitate Transformation in Students, Organizations and Teams with Douglas Walters

24 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Douglas J. Walters has over 45 years of experience as an educator, administrator and consultant. Most recently, he is the president and founding partn...

Voice Studio 19: How to Keep it Real in Your Personal Brand

20 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode, we go back and discuss why Andrea interviewed Naomi Loomis about branding cattle and how that relates to Personal Brandi...

19: What You See is What You Get: Ranching, Branding and Blogging with Naomi Loomis

17 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode I speak with a rancher from the Sandhills of Nebraska about her experience with cattle branding and her passion to bridge the gap betw...

Voice Studio 18: Two Attributes of Youth Every Influencer Should Cultivate in Themselves

13 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

What can we learn from successful millennials to apply to our own dreams? In this Voice Studio episode, Andrea suggests two attributes that anyone can...

18 Creating a Business That Frees People with Andrew and Abi Vrbas

10 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew and Abi Vrbas are cofounders of Pacha Soap Co., a social business that creates delightful bath goods that do good. Together, their company and ...

Voice Studio 17: How to Get Started Sharing Your Message on Social Media

06 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode, Andrea talks about how she began to take social media seriously as a means for communicating a message. It's all about g...

17 Embrace Social Media for Your Multi-Passionate Voice with Tammy Cannon

03 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Tammy Cannon is a social media marketer and staff writer for Social Media Examiner. She helps busy creative professionals leverage Facebook Ads, Pinte...

Voice Studio 16: How to Navigate Judgment When You Have a Platform

29 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode, we look back at something discussed in episode 16 with Megan Swanson. Pageant women literally pay to be judged for all t...

16 Your Mess Can Become Your Message with Megan Swanson

26 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A 24-year old CEO, Singer, and International Speaker from Omaha, Nebraska, Megan Swanson is a real go-getter. As a former Miss Nebraska, having repres...

Voice Studio 15: This is What You Need to Hear When You Question Your Dreams

22 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode I get really personal with a story about my dad, interviewed in episode 15. If you're struggling to believe if your dream...

15: Be Bold, What Do You Have to Lose? with Tim Moomey

19 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Father's Day edition of the Voice of Influence podcast, I interview my dad, Tim Moomey. In this episode we discuss his voice and caree...

Voice Studio 14: Finding the Real Power in Your Message

15 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Andrea discusses the importance of connecting deeply and personally with the message you're wanting to get across. Mentioned in this ...

14 Perhaps It's Time to Stop "Leading" and Focus on Influencing with Dr. Neal Schnoor

12 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The concept of leadership is a good one, but is it possible that we've turned it into a list of behaviors we "do" in order to get people to do what we...

Voice Studio 13: How to Speak with More Confidence and Authority

08 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode Andrea offers really practical advice about how to speak with more confidence and authority by raising the pitch of your ...

13 How to Accept Your True Voice and Then Find the Grace to Let it Go with Dr. Anne Foradori

05 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Anne Foradori has appeared in recital, concert, and opera in the Midwest. She has performed works by several American composers, and has presented...

Voice Studio 12: The Elements of Your Voice of Influence

01 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you're wondering how to find your Voice of Influence, this podcast episode is for you. In this short episode I share the four elements that are imp...

12 Finding Convergence Between Your Calling and Career with Josh Erickson

29 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

For the past 20 years, Josh Erickson has been utilizing his experience, intuition, and insatiable drive for success to help transform businesses and t...

Voice Studio 11: What I Learned About Myself from Working with a Fashion Stylist

25 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This is a special Voice Studio episode. It is the audio from a video I recorded right after returning home from Philadelphia where I worked with image...

11 How to Dress Your Identity and Message with Toi Sweeney

22 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you think you know what fashion is, Toi Sweeney is going to blow your mind in this interview. This interview isn't about superficial tips to be sur...

Voice Studio 10: What an Art Show Taught Me About Sleep

18 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode, we recall what Dr. Jen Riday described as a personal check about her voice. "How do I want my family to remember me?" An...

10 How Influencers Can Develop a Vibrant, Happy Voice with Dr. Jen Riday

15 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jen Riday is a Women's Happiness Expert and mom of 6. After struggling with depression and general dissatisfaction with life after the birth of he...

Voice Studio 09: The terrifying first step is usually the best one to take

11 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode I talk about the interview with Chad R. Allen in episode 09. He encourages all writers, makers and creators to take the f...

09 You Can't Succeed as a Writer Until You Take the First Step with Chad R. Allen

08 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Chad R. Allen (@chadrallen) blogs about writing, publishing, life, and creativity at www.chadrallen.com. He is an editorial director for Baker Books, ...

Voice Studio 08: Help Other People Trust Their Inner Voice

05 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode we talk about the fact that Anna LeBaron and Ruth Wariner each eventually trusted their intuition or inner voice that sai...

08 A Family Miracle: Polygamist Cult Survivors, Part 2 with Anna LeBaron and Ruth Wariner

04 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In the fall of 2015, Anna LeBaron (author THE POLYGAMIST'S DAUGHTER) sent a Tweet via Twitter to a new author she wanted to support. Unbeknownst to he...

Voice Studio 07: Is it Time to Let Someone Off the Hook?

02 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this Voice Studio episode we discuss the significance of Ruth Wariner and Anna LeBaron bridging the gap between their families. Are you collateral ...

07 A Family Miracle: Polygamist Cult Survivors, Part 1 with Anna LeBaron and Ruth Wariner

01 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In the fall of 2015, Anna LeBaron (author THE POLYGAMIST'S DAUGHTER) sent a Tweet via Twitter to a new author she wanted to support. Unbeknownst to he...