Mindy Jones Nevarez is an Arizona native and the proud owner of the Amy Jones Group, a residential real estate team specializing in the Southeast Valley out of their Keller Williams Integrity First office in Gilbert. A born leader, Mindy has a long history of community involvement and engagement centered around empowering individuals to be the best versions of themselves including her unofficial start as a playground mediator in second grade where she held trainings, created puffy paint uniforms, and advertised her “team’s” services as helping those who needed a hand with disagreements at recess. Mindy is a monthly contributor to the Gilbert Sun News and has been published in many local magazines featuring her accomplishments as well as industry specific insights, has been a guest speaker on several podcasts including Moms in Real Estate, was voted 2020 Woman of Chandler by Chandler Lifestyle Magazine, was named the Valley’s Best Real Estate Team by Arizona Foothills Magazine in 2020, and the Best Real Estate Team in the Southeast Valley by Real Producers Magazine. While the accolades make for a great “resume” it’s her role in helping to inspire other women to reach their goals that gives her the most fulfillment.   In this episode you’ll hear more on: Mindy’s definition of leadership What it means to lead by example Women in Leadership Series Tips for how to lead a team Winning Strategies for how to build your personal and or professional brand   To Learn More about Mindy Jones and her Team at Amy Jones Real Estate Group visit: www.AmyJonesGroup.com or https://vimeo.com/499346119/2718df0c4e Connect with Mindy on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindy.jones.965 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindy-jones-nevarez-4811917/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyjonesgroup/

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Mindy Jones, A Woman Leading by Example

Thomas Barr is the Executive Director for Local First Arizona, the largest coalition of local businesses in North America. He advocates for a strong local business community that contributes to building vibrancy, equity, and prosperity across the statThey created a platform called the small business marketplace that has been a great resource for helping local companies get more exposure and become equipped for the digital age we fell into in 2020. Today we talk about: How to support local businesses Fundraising for small businesses How small businesses can set themselves up for success Shop the marketplace! http://www.shop.localfirstaz.com  Connect with Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrthomas/  https://www.localfirstaz.com 

Supporting Local with Thomas Barr

Julie is the Principal of Julie Coleman Consulting, a community engagement consulting firm providing advisory counsel and program execution in partnership with businesses, non-profit organizations, and individuals. She helps clients realize their social purpose. Today we talk about: Human Social Responsibility vs. Corporate Social Responsibility Sharing Knowledge the smart way Defining your measures of success Connect with Julie: https://www.juliecolemanconsulting.com  Juliecolemanconsulting@gmail.com

Human Social Responsibility with Julie Coleman

Christine is the Founder and CEO of Brightworks Consulting. Brightworks showcases top talent in management consulting offering a wide range of services that include strategic planning, economic development, workforce development, business process transformation and organization design. Her focus is in Corporate Growth & Transformation and she is known for her leadership and guidance as a strategic business consultant, working with some of the leading corporations and most influential business leaders. Today we talk about diversity, equity and inclusion strategies and women in the workplace. This is an episode you’ll want to tune in for! Connect with Christine: https://www.tffei.org  https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-m-gannon 

Closing the Gap with Christine Gannon

Brian is a passionate conscious capitalist as well as a proud father and husband. He has a new company called anthym, an interactive, patent-pending personal storytelling platform leveraging the power of music to catalog some of the most meaningful and pivotal moments and memories in our lives. Today we talk about trends of successful leaders, working from home and how to build trust with your team. Connect with Brian: brian@anthym.life  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmohr 

The New Frontier, Working from Home with Brian Mohr

Jeanna is the principal consultant at LightBox PR and Media, and a leader in the human potential field. After an extensive marketing career with companies such as American Express, Microchip Technology and some of the largest architectural and general contracting firms in the country, Jeanna created LightBox in 2006 and began to focus on public relations for clients in the mind, body, healing/wellbeing and personal transformation arena. Today we talk about our upcoming TEDx Women’s Event and the wonderful speakers that we will hear from. This incredible event will be one you won't want to miss! Grab your Tickets for the event here!: http://www.tedxscottsdalewomen.com/  Connect with Jeanna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannazelin/ 

Rewrite Your Script - 2020 Scottsdale TEDx Women’s Event with Jeanna Valenti

Andy is the Assistant Vice President at Lockton Companies - an organization providing consulting services in the areas of risk, human capital and benefit solutions. He is also a board member at the Greater Phoenix Chamber, Arizona’s largest chamber and leading business organization. With his role at Greater Phoenix Chamber, Andy is a board chair for the Valley Young Professionals (VYP) - a group for up-and-coming young professionals in the Valley ages 25-39. Today we talk about how to get involved with VYP, how to make new connections in the professional community, and general business development best practices. If you’re looking to expand your network this is the episode for you. Connect with Andy: Text: 480-270-2729 Email: Andy.forsell@lockton.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewforsell/ 

Business Development and The Valley of Young Professionals with Andy Forsell

Andrew is a passionate living person who is relentless about making a positive difference in people’s lives. He knows just about everyone here in the valley and he found his strength in building businesses by default. He is now an executive business growth consultant, author, speaker and coach. Today we talk about servant leadership and finding your passion, and Andrew is here to spread his positive energy to all of you. You won’t want to miss this episode! Connect with Andrew E-Book: The Success Secret - https://www.amazon.com/Success-Secret-Happy-Successful-Leaders-ebook/dp/B08CK31WRN Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolikoff/  Email - Andrew@kolikoff.com

Servant Leadership with Andrew Kolikoff

Shandee is the President and CEO of CertiStar, Inc. - a company providing food allergy software to places that serve food like schools, hospitals, restaurants and more. Shandee is committed to creating strong brands for the companies she is involved in, and she shares why it's so important on today’s episode. Shandee also has tips for us on how to use LinkedIn for professional development and connecting with people who can help level up your business. She is a great resource for any individual thinking about starting your own business. Connect with Shandee https://www.certistar.com/ 833-EAT-SAFE Social Media: @certistar

Entrepreneurship and Branding with Shandee Chernow

James Murphy is the CEO of Willmeng Construction. Established in 1977, Willmeng is a Phoenix-based commercial general contractor specializing in ground-up and tenant improvement projects for the public and private market sectors in Arizona. Willmeng exists for people to build their genuine place of purpose. James joins me for a conversation on the benefits of creating strong company culture, why culture and team building are so important for success, and some advice on how to attract and retain top talent. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Connect with James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/murphy-james/  https://www.willmeng.com 

The R.O.I. of a Strong Company Culture with James Murphy

Pamela Slim is an author, community builder, consultant and speaker and a great resource for building your business. Since 2005, Pam has advised thousands of entrepreneurs as well as companies serving the small business market. Today she joins me to talk about business and economic development, marketing, and making connections in the community. Connect with Pamela: https://www.pamelaslim.com  https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelaslim 

Business and Community Development with Pamela Slim

Andrea Tyler Evans is the owner and Publisher of Frontdoors Media, the Valley's publication dedicated to stories about giving back. Frontdoors News celebrates the people and groups who give generously and work to build the future of our community. It’s the premier source of information – and inspiration – for those who strive to make the Valley of the Sun a better place to live. Andrea and the Frontdoors team have gone through tremendous change during the pandemic and she is here to share the story of hard work, passion and success. https://www.frontdoorsmedia.com  https://www.facebook.com/frontdoorsmedia/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/frontdoorsmedia/ 

Changes in Corporate Social Responsibility with Andrea Tyler Evans

Brenda Cunningham is the CEO of Push Career Management and a tremendous resource here in the business community. She helps professionals in career transitions and organizations going through workforce reduction to navigate the waters with ease and success. She is an expert in LinkedIn profiles, interview prepping, resume writing and author of Crush The Pink Slip - Get Back to Work in 60 Days. If you’re and individual looking for new career opportunities, or an organization needing to downsize, you’ll want to tune in to this episode. Connect with Brenda: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendamcunningham https://www.pushcareermanagement.com  Book: https://www.amazon.com/Crush-Pink-Slip-Back-Work/dp/0996753907 

Get Back to Work! with Brenda Cunningham

Sarah is the COO at StringCan Interactive, a Marketing Agency focused on building valuable and meaningful relationships between businesses and their customers. They have revived the lost art of truly listening! We talked about how to give back to the local business community, team building and company culture and how to improve your brand, business and team. Connect with Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahshepardcoo Email : sarah@stringcaninteractive.com https://www.stringcaninteractive.com 

Team Building and Community Giving with Sarah Shepard

Today I chat with Abbie Fink, Vice President and General Manager of HMA Public Relations. HMA is a Full service PR and marketing/communications firm that helps their clients keep their business top of mind to customers. We talk about adapting your business for a digital world, how PR can help your brand, and the importance of public relations when it comes to growing your business. Connect with Abbie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbiesfink https://www.hmapr.com  https://www.facebook.com/hmapublicrelations https://www.twitter.com/AbbieF afink@hmapr.com 

The Importance of Public Relations with Abbie Fink

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