Revel Coach

09/09/2025

In a world that rewards busy, how do you honor what matters most?

Timeboxing offers a refreshingly simple solution: assign a fixed amount of time to a task, then be fully present while you do it. From leaders like Benjamin Franklin to modern software teams, timeboxing has been a proven way to create structure, build discipline, and protect your energy.

We explore this powerful practice — and how it supports living Above Center® — with Sloan Shanahan on our latest podcast episode. If you’re ready to lead with more intention and less overwhelm, this one’s for you.

Timeboxing helps quiet the noise by assigning a fixed amount of time to a task—then stopping. From Benjamin Franklin’s daily routines to today’s agile sprints, it builds discipline, focus, and presence. Whether managing teams or protecting personal time, timeboxing shifts you from overwhelm to...

08/09/2025

Objections aren’t obstacles—they’re insights.
When we shift our mindset, a “no” becomes the start of a real conversation.
This week on the REVEL Coach blog, we’re exploring how top sales professionals turn objections into opportunities—by listening deeply, staying curious, and focusing on solutions that truly serve.

Ready to reframe resistance?

Objections aren’t roadblocks—they’re opportunities. Shift your mindset and turn objections into deeper conversations that build trust and cl

05/09/2025

The AI revolution in healthcare isn’t coming…it’s here.

From redefined job roles to entirely new skill demands, technology is transforming not just how hospitals operate, but how leaders must think about hiring, training, and culture.

Join us Thursday, September 18, for a thought-provoking conversation with featured speakers Dr. Mark Pierce, Christine Johnson, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP, and Dr. Cassie Parker on what this shift means for your workforce. We’ll examine the skills that will matter most, why “cognitive fit” is emerging as a hiring game-changer, and what HR leaders should be doing right now to align talent strategies with an AI-driven future.

Learn more and register here: https://www.therevelcompanies.com/webinar

04/09/2025

Mentoring isn’t just a perk—it’s a strategy.

In today’s multigenerational, AI-driven workplace, mentoring programs are no longer optional. They’re how great organizations future-proof their talent, transfer knowledge, and build cultures of trust.

Our latest blog explores how reciprocal mentoring and story sharing unlock engagement across every level of your team.

Mentoring isn’t just a feel-good initiative—it’s a business imperative. In today’s workplace, reciprocal mentoring builds trust, bridges generations, and drives innovation. From “coffee badging” to AI-powered matching, the future of mentoring is personal, purposeful, and rooted in story ...

01/09/2025

📊 Leading with Intention, Storytelling as Strategy with Sloan Shanahan

In this episode of ABOVE CENTER®, Sloan Shanahan, Chief Revenue Officer of FusionIQ, shares how she anchors leadership in clarity and resilience while driving growth in the fast-paced fintech world.

From building high-performing teams to democratizing wealth through FusionIQ’s innovative platform, Sloan shows that great leadership is about more than results—it’s about purpose, presence, and influence.

✅ Lead with Storytelling: Guide clients with empathy and precision through stories that help them visualize their potential
✅ Coach Through Rejection: Transform setbacks into learning opportunities that build confidence and mindset
✅ Stay Centered: Use intentional presence and timeboxing to avoid burnout and stay grounded
✅ Lead by Example: Model the behaviors and values you want others to follow

Sloan reminds us that leadership isn’t about perfection—it’s about courage, consistency, and inspiring others through example.

🎙 Catch the full conversation here:
Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ewDg8x8r
Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eh2HSvUQ
YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ePSgFwYy

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22/08/2025

What if the real ROI isn’t in your KPIs—but in your client stories?

In this week’s ABOVE CENTER® Leadership Podcast, Chris Greco, CEO of Waycross Partners, reminds us that business is personal.

By inviting clients to share their “why” with the team, he’s not just driving performance—he’s building trust, purpose, and long-term impact.

💬 Listen in and rethink what leadership looks like when connection comes first.

In today’s results-driven world, the most effective leaders don’t just focus on KPIs—they focus on connection. In the ABOVE CENTER® Leadership Podcast, Chris Greco, CEO of Waycross Partners, shares how bringing client voices into weekly team calls creates deeper purpose, stronger trust, and b...

18/08/2025

📊 Leading with Purpose, Serving with Integrity with Chris Greco

In this episode of ABOVE CENTER®, Chris Greco, CEO of Waycross Partners, shares what it means to anchor leadership in service while building best-in-class teams.

From managing institutional investment strategies to mentoring inner-city students, Chris shows that leadership is about more than returns—it’s about purpose, people, and presence.

✅ Lead with Service: Uplift others and never lose sight of who you serve
✅ Build Best-in-Class Teams: Cultivate curiosity, growth, and continuous learning
✅ Anchor in Purpose: Align culture with values, not pressure—trust over fear

Chris reminds us that true leadership isn’t about chasing titles or numbers. It’s about showing up with empathy, integrity, and a commitment to helping others thrive—every single day.

🎧 Catch the full conversation here:
Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/revelcompanies/episodes/Leading-with-Purpose--Cultivating-Best-in-Class-Teams--and-Anchoring-Leadership-in-Service-e340nqh
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/leading-with-purpose-cultivating-best-in-class-teams/id1557113848?i=1000722364326
YouTube: https://youtu.be/uPxUPYrEyx8

05/08/2025

Storytelling isn’t just for marketers—it’s a leadership advantage.
When leaders share real, personal experiences, they build trust, shift mindsets, and inspire action. The Epiphany Bridge is a powerful tool to guide others from doubt to belief—by first saying, “I’ve been there.”

In storytelling, marketing, and leadership—connection is everything. The Epiphany Bridge is a powerful storytelling tool that helps audiences see themselves in your story. It starts with meeting them where they are emotionally, then guiding them to a new perspective. When you connect through share...

01/08/2025

🎙️ Leadership as Duty, Storytelling as Strategy with Chris Slaydon

In this episode of ABOVE CENTER®, Chris Slaydon, President & CEO of Dealer Blue Sky, unpacks how great leaders anchor their decisions in purpose—and stay the course with clarity, humility, and wisdom. From building dealership empires to running marketing ops, Chris reveals what it really takes to lead across industries with confidence and character.

✅ Lead with Duty: Hold yourself to a higher standard
✅ Tell Stories that Stick: Use real-life moments to teach and inspire
✅ Simplify the Chaos: Think in inversions—what not to do is often the smartest move

Chris reminds us that leadership isn’t about being flashy—it’s about staying grounded, aligned with your values, and committed to your vision even when the path gets tough.

Catch the full conversation here:
Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/revelcompanies/episodes/Leadership-as-Duty--Storytelling-as-Strategy--and-the-Power-of-Inversion-Thinking-e337tue
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/leadership-as-duty-storytelling-as-strategy-and-the/id1557113848?i=1000720180116
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPa4BED8LfQ

22/07/2025

Your new leadership ritual starts here.

The ABOVE CENTER® Leadership Podcast: two powerful conversations each month that will change the way you think and lead.

This is the podcast for leaders who want to show up—at work, at home, and in life—with clarity, resilience, and purpose, especially when the pressure’s on. Tune into real conversations with the kind of leaders who don’t just talk about growth – they live it.

Subscribe and listen on your favorite platform:
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7IyqYMKU9r7tPHZLkEi51F?si=503a821d555e4ec8&nd=1&dlsi=fc1af84a681c4a54
Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/above-center-leadership-podcast/id1670476095
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh13sAXn9BVyL6bK1u8PJrfNF0xOGuRyv

Thank you to those who have joined us as guests!! Jason Fayling, Steffany Whiting, Karen Van Bibber, Brenda Becker, Chris Slaydon, Chris Greco, Sloan Shanahan, J.B. Kropp, Christine Johnson, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP, Kyle Dorsey, FACHE