Why So Many Shout Outs

Veronica Hernandez (GM of the Modesto Nuts) said it best when she was talking about “non-needy” conversations. Even her decision to say yes to me interviewing her could be considered her agreeing to a “non-needy” conversation that was based around simply being curious, learning, and listening.  So often, we get sucked into this traditional structure relying on large companies occupying large sections of the advertising market that we may have come to expect all conversations involving companies being sales opportunities. And while, yes, I can honestly admit that these interviews are a platform for promotion, however, the core goal is more of spreading the mentality of these leaders in a way in which we can learn from them. Then, secondarily, if folks choose to give the respective company their business, Emma Grose (CEO & Co-founder of MABLE & HAY! Straws), talks about her management philosophy being focused on pointing out the wins and the things that are going well whenever possible. Leading from a place of encouragement instead of with an iron fist and fear that seems to only notice the things that could be better. Infinity Song’s Hater’s Anthem is a great song and an even better example of a satirical look at the Mean Girls culture that permeates our world. It’s also an example of the opposite of what I’d like to promote. If anything, I’m a hater of haters. What have I been watching: The Kentucky Derby - I currently live in Louisville, KY, so the Derby celebrations are difficult to avoid. Non-locals may be surprised to learn that the city turns this one race on one day into an almost month and a half long festival celebration all over the city. There’s an air show. There’s a fireworks show. There’s a gala. There are fashion shows. There are I’m not trying to tell you what to do, but here’s where I’m putting my dollar: The local tourist economy. Just like a stay-cation is a great way to escape without actually fully escaping, jumping into the fun of your local community event that draws tourists can also be fun for locals and a great way to give your money right back to your local industry workers. Purchase the full Collection of Between the Interviews episodes (includes video option) here or at Patreon.com/CapitalismForGoodApple | Patreon | Email | Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.