Season 4

Season 4:
Welcome

This season is different. In this season, we’re going to tackle BIG topics, BIG conversations, things that matter right now, speaking to some people that really get it.

They really understand what it’s like. To be coming from a different position.

Tony Chatman:
Bias

In today’s show of Words with Friends, Phil interviews Tony Chatman. As a much sought-after speaker, Tony helps organizations and individuals facilitate complex conversations around diversity and inclusion both at work and in personal life.

Our topic for today’s show is the word, “Bias”.

Denise Jacobs:
Criticism

In today’s show of Words with Friends, Phil interviews author, speaker, and creativity evangelist Denise Jacobs.

Our main theme is the word, “criticism”. Most people are not receptive to criticism. When criticized, most of us tend to become defensive and look for faults in other people instead of looking inwards.

Chris Lambert:
Competition

In today’s show of Words with Friends, Phil interviews Chris Lambert, a former professional sprinter from England. Chris, a Harvard graduate is also an Olympian.

Our main topic for today’s show is the word, “competition”.

Lex Gillette:
Vision

In today’s show, Phil interviews Lex Gillette, a blind paralympic athlete and motivational speaker from Raleigh, North Carolina.

Our main theme for today’s show is the word, “vision”.

Crystal Washington:
Future

In today’s show of Words with Friends, Phil interviews futurist, technology strategist, and author, Crystal Washington.

Our main theme for today’s show is the word, “future”.

Season 3

Season 3:
Welcome

This is a brand new season of Words With Friends and my team and I are excited to be back. 

We will be featuring some of the sharpest minds in the industry as well as the world’s greatest thought leaders that I have the pleasure to call my friend.

Marcus Sheridan: Integrity

Our main theme for today is integrity. During these challenging times, are we doing things that are lacking integrity? Are we treating our family members, our colleagues, our clients and our peers with utmost integrity?

Kate O'Neill:
Humanity

What does humanity mean to Kate? What does “being human” mean? Is it our love and passion that makes us human? Is it our creativity? Or maybe our problem-solving skills? We kickstart today’s show by attempting to answer this rather convoluted question. 

Amy Port:
Performance

In today’s show of Words with Friends, Phil interviews Amy Port, Co-Founder and President, Heroic Public Speaking.

Today we are going to talk about “performance”. And there is no one better suited than Amy to give us some nuanced insights on this topic.

Chris Ducker:
Productivity

As “work-from-home” becomes the new normal in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, all of us are struggling to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

While it is natural to feel stress and overwhelm in these trying times, Chris shares some simple yet effective measures which can help you boost your productivity and protect your business. 

Mark Bowden:
Lying

As a body language expert, Mark is adept at determining if a person is lying or telling the truth – which brings us to the moot question. Is it really bad to lie?  

Is it really advisable to be brutally honest in all situations? Mark goes on to share why, to be socially adept, it is important to lie sometimes. 

Sylvie di Giusto:
Image

In today’s show, we talk about the word, “image”.

This word has been often misunderstood and often viewed as shallow and superficial. However, Sylvie shares how creating a positive image requires you to look inwards, work on your gaps, and improve.

Alison Stratten:
Family

Family means different things to different people. For Alison, her family is her purpose, her foundation – that gives her stability. Her life revolves around her five kids, ranging from 13 to 23. 

During this virus outbreak, Alison shares that like most people, her family is also under lockdown.  How have her family dynamics changed in the wake of COVID-19?

David Horsager:
Trust

Our theme for today’s show is “Trust”. In the current situation, when the whole world is grappling with the virus outbreak, maintaining trust has, perhaps, never been more difficult. But, we need to strive to choose the harder right rather than the easier wrong.

So, how can we retain trust in these challenging conditions?

John Ruhlin:
Present

The word for today’s show is “present”.

Considering the current circumstances, this word perhaps has never been more important and relevant. Right now, is it more of a challenge to “be present” as our mind tends to drift to bigger problems brought on by the pandemic. But by doing so, aren’t we being really unfair to our families and friends who are just looking to have a heartfelt conversation with us?

Clay Hebert:
Clarity

Our main theme for today is the word, “clarity”.

We talk about clarity from a professional point of view. As the virus continues to disrupt the livelihood of many, how can you stop, pivot, and grasp the new normal? How can you get a 30,000-foot view to truly understand what’s going on?

Jimmy Mackin:
Marketing

The word that we have chosen to talk about in today’s show is “marketing”.

We start this show by attempting to define “marketing” – an often misunderstood word. Is the purpose of marketing to grab attention? And should a marketing campaign always result in an increase in revenues?

Season 3:
Finale

I hope you enjoyed season three of Words With Friends. We had some amazing chats with amazing friends this season. Take a listen to some of our highlights. 

Things are going to change up a little for next season. And I believe what we’re going to do next is less about something that you’re going to like and more about something that you NEED to listen to.

Season 2

Jon Acuff:
Motivation

I talk to Jon Acuff who shares his insight into the word “Motivation”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

David Burkus:
Networking

I talk to David Burkus who shares his insight into the word “Networking”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Brian Fanzo:
Community

I talk to Brian Fanzo who shares his insight into the word “Community”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Mike Ganino:
Culture

I talk to Mike Ganino who shares his insight into the word “Culture”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Leslie Ehm:
Authenticity

I talk to Leslie Ehm who shares her insight into the word “Authenticity”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Scott Stratten:
Speaking

I talk to Scott Stratten who shares his insight into the word “Speaking”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Toni Newman:
Innovation

I talk to Toni Newman who shares her insight into the word “Innovation”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Scott McKain:
Service

I talk to Scott McKain who shares his insight into the word “Service”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Jess Pettitt:
Normal

I talk to Jess Pettitt who shares her insight into the word “Normal”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Season 1

Bob Burg:
Influence

The legendary Bob Burg shares some powerful insight on the word “Influence” Listen in on our conversation and enjoy learning from being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Neen James:
Attention

The fabulous Neen James shares her insight into the word “Attention”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy learning from being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Drew Tarvin:
Funny

The hilarious Drew Tarvin shares his insight into the word “Funny”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy learning from being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Melissa Agnes:
Crisis

The lovely Melissa Agnes shares her insight into the word “Crisis”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy learning from being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Jeffrey Shaw:
Empathy

The fantastic Jeffrey Shaw shares his insight into the word “Empathy”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy learning from being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Michael Bungay Stanier:
Coaching

The excellent Michael Bungay Stanier shares his insight into the word “Coaching”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy learning from being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Jay Baer:
Remarkable

The “Remarkable” Jay Baer shares his insight into that very word. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy learning from being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Tamsen Webster:
Branding

The wonderful Tamsen Webster shares her insight into the word “Branding”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy learning from being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

Todd Henry:
Creativity

The fantastic Todd Henry shares his insight into the word “Creativity”. Listen in on our conversation and enjoy the learning from being a fly on the wall to our discussion.

EXACTLY what to read.

“Read this book once a day for a week, once a week for 2 months, then once a month until it all sticks”

– Matthew Kimberley

What if you could help your children understand the power and importance of the words they speak each day?