- E245 Struggling Mentally Behind Closed Doors with Andie Murphy
If you ever thought “I wish I felt better” or “I wish I was happier” then today’s episode may be just for you! In today’s podcast we are joined by Andie Murphy who is here to help us improve our own mental well being. Too often people struggle mentally behind closed doors not realizing others …Continue reading “E245 Struggling Mentally Behind Closed Doors with Andie Murphy”
- E244 Finding Your Voice Again with Gina Hansen
In today’s #jammingwithjason #podcast I talk with my friend Gina Hansen about her experience when the rug got pulled out from under her life. When you listen to this entire episode you will learn all that Gina experienced in the span of six months, and how she was able to find her voice again. An …Continue reading “E244 Finding Your Voice Again with Gina Hansen”
- Getting to Know Your Alter-Ego Manager
In today’s episode we are going to re-visit our ego states. However today is going to be a little more in depth and specific. We are going to do a deep dive into the “manager state”. Our inner managers basically keep our lives on track. From waking up in the morning, to handling critical tasks … - VIP BEing Uniquely YOUI’ll keep it short this week since I’m about to get in the car and drive to norther California for a business trip the rest of this week. I posted an article this last week on LinkedIn that now has over 2,200 reads, which means you will also find it helpful, so I put a …
- E243 Making Life Less Complicated
I’m sure you may find it easy to agree with us when we say that life can be quite complicated. However you may not wish to accept that a lot of these complications may be coming from yourself! In today’s episode, Kathy Gruver and I will take the time to discuss various ways to help … - E242 Caring for People is Leadership with Stacey Graham
A lot of people in the corporate world may find themselves entering into leadership roles, whether as their permanent position or just for a temporary amount of time. Many of these people may only have had experience in the more technical aspects of their jobs, and may not be very prepared to lead others. Stacey …Continue reading “E242 Caring for People is Leadership with Stacey Graham”
- I Like You Just the Way You AreI grew up watching Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood on TV, and am guessing you may have too. I love how Mr. Rogers made me feel. I love how he taught me to be curious about life. I love how he told me it was OK, just to be me. But, as I grew older I forgot …
- Change the World by Focusing on RelationshipsDespite wherever you’re trying to go in life, believe it or not, cultivating healthy relationships are one of the most important factors in achieving your goals. Hearing this may have you thinking that in order to build relationships you need to focus on other people. However this couldn’t be further from the truth. A lot …
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- VIP Happy New Year, I hope it’s a good one…Get a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you join the VIP Lounge with Jason Mefford: https://www.jasonmefford.com/vip/ We are officially into 2022, and I can’t believe it. I was listening to John Lennon’s song “Happy Xmas (War is Over)” during my time off, and the line “I hope it’s a good one, …
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- VIP KISS is Always the Best ChoiceGet a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you join the VIP Lounge with Jason Mefford: https://www.jasonmefford.com/vip/ You’ve probably heard the phrase: “keep it simple stupid,” or by its easy to remember acronym KISS. The end of the year is always a good time to reflect on how to make things simpler. …
- E237 Compassion and Self-Care with Staci Ogle
For a lot of people it can be easy to find themselves in a rut, feel stuck, or that the entire world has burned down around them.I know I have felt this way before, and our guest, Staci Ogle, has felt this way also. Today we’re going to discuss how compassion towards yourself can make …Continue reading “E237 Compassion and Self-Care with Staci Ogle”
- NFL Coaches are like Audit LeadersWhat do Urban Meyer, Nick Saban, Lou Holtz and Bobby Petrino have in common? They were all very successful college football coaches that were fired their first year in the National Football League (NFL). Making it to the next level means you need new tools and skills to win, and unfortunately you don’t always get those …
- VIP Get Rid of Fear and Self DoubtGet a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you join the VIP Lounge with Jason Mefford: https://www.jasonmefford.com/vip/ On a scale of 1-10, how confident do you really feel? Do you have any fear or self doubt that creeps into your head? Now be REALLY honest with yourself, because if you are like …
- Making Life Less ComplicatedI’m sure you may find it easy to agree with us when we say that life can be quite complicated. However you may not wish to accept that a lot of these complications may be coming from yourself! In today’s episode, Kathy and I will take the time to discuss various ways to help reduce …
- E236 Clearing Subs-Conscious Fears and Self Doubt with Ashrita Tiwari
Sometimes when you’re trying to make changes in life, it can be easy to get in your own way. Today we have Ashrita Tiwari on the show to discuss with us how we can work on our own self conscious tendencies in order to help make more positive changes in our lives. Learn more and …Continue reading “E236 Clearing Subs-Conscious Fears and Self Doubt with Ashrita Tiwari”
- VIP Meditating Each Day Improves Your Productivity and Quality of SleepGet a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you join the VIP Lounge with Jason Mefford: https://www.jasonmefford.com/vip/ Many people think it’s a waste of productive time to sit and meditate for a few minutes each day, or take the time to get a good night sleep. I understand. I used to feel …
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- Challenges are Gifts and Resilience with HannibalWho’s to say what is good or bad? We have all been through a great number of challenges in life, and a lot of these challenges may not necessarily be bad things for you or I. Today we have one of our favorite guests back on the show to discuss with us how our challenges …
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- E234 Choice, Mediation, and Getting a Good Night Sleep with Ariel Garten
Many people think it’s a waste of productive time to sit and meditate for a few minutes each day, or take the time to get a good night sleep. I understand. I used to feel the same way. But what if what you think is actually not true? What if science actually proves that take …Continue reading “E234 Choice, Mediation, and Getting a Good Night Sleep with Ariel Garten”
- E233 Know Yourself Using Human Design with Stefanie Elias
You may already be familiar with personality profiles like Myers-Briggs or DISC that you can use to learn more about yourself and others as ways to relate and communicate better with others. Have you heard of Human Design? In this #jammingwithjason #podcast I talk with Stefanie Elias about this new option of getting to know …Continue reading “E233 Know Yourself Using Human Design with Stefanie Elias”
- VIP Avoiding a Mid-Life CrisisGet a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you join the VIP Lounge with Jason Mefford: https://www.jasonmefford.com/vip/ In a recent Jamming with Jason podcast I speak with my friend Mo Issa about his journey of self discovery and finding what is really important in life. I met Mo many years ago when …
- E231 Tools of the Trade
In this #jammingwithjason #podcast episode we are talking tools, and even Tim “the Tool Man” Taylor from Home Improvement would be proud of all the tool references. But the tools you need to be successful now are not circular saws, hammers, or screwdrivers. They are the mental, emotional, and even spiritual tools to help you … - E230 Modern Leader Skills
You probably already know how much harder it is now to be a leader. What used to work, doesn’t work so well now, and you may find yourself feeling more isolated, having difficult conversations with your peers and co-workers, and feeling a lot more stressed. Chances are you may be still using traditional leader skills … - VIP Are You Committed to Your Growth??Get a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you join the VIP Lounge with Jason Mefford: https://www.jasonmefford.com/vip/ What can happen when you are committed to investing in your growth, and you have a fire to learn? You can speed up your career by years. But don’t take my word for it, listen …
- E229 Taking the Opportunity of a Lifetime with Rashelle Herrera
What can happen when you are committed to investing in your growth, and you have a fire to learn? You can speed up your career by years. But don’t take my word for it, listen to this #jammingwithjason #podcast episode and hear a real life case study of what Rashelle Herrera has been able to …Continue reading “E229 Taking the Opportunity of a Lifetime with Rashelle Herrera”
- E228 Living Aligned Lights Me Up with Chenise Iwamasa
Have you ever got up from bed and wondered “what am I doing?”, “why am I doing this?”, or “am I doing the right thing?” Our guest Chenise Iwamasa is a lawyer based in Hawaii that has a great story on how she was able to find meaning within her career. If you have ever …Continue reading “E228 Living Aligned Lights Me Up with Chenise Iwamasa”
- Animal Communicating with Heike Adam
Believe it or not even animals can be quite talkative. Now it may not be with words, however there is a way to be able to communicate with our animal friends that our guest today can shine some light upon.Heike Adam is a professional animal communicator who has joined the podcast today to share her … - VIP Are you an Audit Leader?Get a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you join the VIP Lounge with Jason Mefford: https://www.jasonmefford.com/vip/ Are you and Audit Leader? The reason I ask is so many people who listen to the podcast work in audit or are leaders. If you are an Audit Leader there are a couple of …
- E227 Professional Success and Personal Happiness with Brian Ahearn
Influence is a big part professional success, and many people conflate it with manipulation. Because Influence is not a negative thing, becoming an influential person comes from a place of goodness within ourselves. Building success and happiness is rooted in influence. Whether it be you influencing others, or others influencing you. So tune in to …Continue reading “E227 Professional Success and Personal Happiness with Brian Ahearn”
- E226 Grief and Loss is a Gift with Debbie Wood
A little out of the ordinary for this podcast, but today we will be talking about grief and loss. Something that all of us either have felt or will feel in our lives. Grief and loss comes in all different forms, so this episode applies to literally everyone. It may be hard to stay on …Continue reading “E226 Grief and Loss is a Gift with Debbie Wood”
- VIP If you could read my mind…Get a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you join the VIP Lounge with Jason Mefford: https://www.jasonmefford.com/vip/ If you could read my mind… I’ll keep this brief. Each week I record podcasts, videos, social media posts and write emails to serve you. If you could read my mind, you’d know my intention …
- E225 Hope and Deep Authentic Connection with Michelle Kerr
Who would want to listen to a podcast featuring 2 CPAs? Yeah, me either. Sounds pretty boring, right? But today’s episode does not have anything to do with taxes or any of that boring stuff!!! My friend Michelle Kerr is here with us to discuss how we can form deep and more meaningful conversations with …Continue reading “E225 Hope and Deep Authentic Connection with Michelle Kerr”
- E224 Losing My Religion
In today’s episode I want to talk to you about music. More specifically the REM song “Losing My Religion”. Believe it or not, this song isn’t literally about religion. Since there is a lot of meaning behind the original term “losing my religion” as well as the ACTUAL meaning of the song to it’s writers, … - VIP Repetition is really a good thingSometimes I feel like I say the same thing over and over again. Broken record Jason 🙂 Sometime I say too much, and other times not enough (btw there’s an upcoming episode about that). Have you ever watched a movie, read a book, or listened to music a second, third, fourth time and think… wow …
- E223 Mastering Self Control by Allowing with Reshanda Yates
Instead of forcing or controlling every aspect of a situation today we have Reshanda Yates on to discuss the art of allowing. Sometimes through being okay with letting situations play out without overbearing intervention we can end up having better outcomes. If you feel like perfectionism may be holding you back, then take a listen …Continue reading “E223 Mastering Self Control by Allowing with Reshanda Yates”
- E222 Paradigm Shifts and Creating Empowerment in the Workplace with Angela Noelle
This is another tables-are-turned episode where Jason Mefford is interviewed by Angela Noelle for the Reclaim Your FIRE Podcast. In this episode, Jason is being interviewd by Angela to discuss how to have a stress free work environment and to help others break free from that feeling of being a slave to corporate culture. Get …Continue reading “E222 Paradigm Shifts and Creating Empowerment in the Workplace with Angela Noelle”
- Social Selling Essentials with Phil GerbyshakLooking to make money? Well today may be a helpful episode! Today we have Phil Gerbyshak on the show to discuss the release of his new book “Social Selling Essentials” along with telling us about how to market our products and services better online. Social selling is all about being in service to someone, that …
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- VIP Better to be on FIRE and avoid burn outWhether you realize it or not, you are probably more stressed out than you think. In fact over 80% of people in the USA feel significantly stressed this year. Up about 20% from previous surveys from the American Psychological Association. And when you experience long periods of stress, you may be just one conversation or …
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- E221 From Burn Out to on F.I.R.E with Angela Noelle
Whether you realize it or not, you may be more stressed out than you think. Due to this, you may be just one conversation or event away from dealing with the dreaded burnout. In today’s episode we have Angela Noelle with us to help anyone get out of that burnout rut through teaching: Financial Abundance,Inner …Continue reading “E221 From Burn Out to on F.I.R.E with Angela Noelle”
- Making Audiences Happy All the Way to Cirque du Soleil with Ryan SchneiderAs fans of the show you know that we have discussed trapeze before, but today is going to be a little bit different. This episode of the #fireandearthpodcast brings in an actual circus and trapeze professional! Ryan Schneider will discuss with us his story of how he made it to become a Cirque du Soleil …
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- VIP You’re stuck because you aren’t making enough mistakesVarious points in your life may seem random and unguided. Perhaps you think that you aren’t sure what it is you are doing or what next step you should take… so you don’t do anything because you are afraid of making a mistake. You’re probably stuck because you don’t know what to do and are …
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- E219 Mistakes Are Part of Life with Nicola Osinaike
Sometimes various points in our life may seem random and unguided. Perhaps you think that you aren’t sure what it is you are doing? But sometimes, if you look back on your own life, these “random” occurrences, and mistakes made along the way were exactly the experiences you needed to get you to where you …Continue reading “E219 Mistakes Are Part of Life with Nicola Osinaike”
- E218 Keep Calm and Carry On!
If you are an overthinker, someone who finds themselves sweating the small stuff or just someone who feels like they need to control every aspect of their life then this episode is for you! Jason will share with you today some stories from his own life, along with a little bit of a musical treat … - VIP Be Careful What You Measure… It Just Might Bite You in the ButtIn this week’s Jamming with Jason podcast we have Guido Van Drunen back on the show to discuss how what we are measuring may not be what we SHOULD be measuring. In fact, what you choose to measure and focus your attention on, may actually make it more difficult to achieve your goals or you …
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- VIP How cleaning toilets and delivering mail is a good place to startThis is one of those emails about having a great career. Why? Because so many people ask me how to get their next job, how to move to another organization, how to become an executive and earn a lot more money. And who doesn’t want to earn a lot more money? If you feel like …
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- E217 Rising from the Mailroom to the Boardroom with Bruce Turner
In today’s episode we bring back Bruce Turner to discuss how to improve yourself in your career, and how to become the leader that you will need to be. If you feel like your career may be feeling stagnant, or you continue to keep getting looked over for that coveted promotion, today’s podcast is a …Continue reading “E217 Rising from the Mailroom to the Boardroom with Bruce Turner”
- E215 Be Careful What You Measure with Guido van Drunen
In today’s podcast we have Guido Van Drunen back on the show to discuss with us how what we are measuring may not be what we SHOULD be measuring. While measuring certain data points, it can be easy to create certain situations where we bring about unintended consequences. Despite the fact that some of these …Continue reading “E215 Be Careful What You Measure with Guido van Drunen”
- VIP Learning from the Inside Out with Sam OsbourneThis is another tables-are-turned Jamming with Jason podcast episode where Sam Osbourne from The School of Self Worth interviews me about Learning from the Inside Out. You may be wondering what that actually means… well, here’s the answer. Most people collect a lot of knowledge, but never translate it into learning. That’s what many people …
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- E213 Learning from the Inside Out with Sam Osbourne
Get a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you sign up for The Jamming with Jason newsletter: https://bit.ly/3k53OjS This is another tables-are-turned Jamming with Jason episode where Sam Osbourne from The School of Self Worth interviews Jason Mefford. The topic for today involves life long learning and how it’s important to be …Continue reading “E213 Learning from the Inside Out with Sam Osbourne”
- Stop Resistance to Change #2Still resistant to change? Well strap in for the second and final episode, where we wrap up our change averse discussion. Lets dive into the last set of reasons for resisting change, and lets uncover how we can overcome these hinderances to improve our own lives! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearth145 Transcript 100:00:02.639 –> 00:00:07.319Kathy Gruver: …
- VIP It’s Time to Get Down Tonight and Get Out of Your HeadIf you’re like most people you sometimes have feelings of self doubt or get stuck in over thinking. You know, your brain keeps spinning and you just can’t quit thinking about something usually you are afraid of or have anxiety about. I understand. We’ve all been there. Both self doubt and over thinking happens when …
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- E211 Get out of Self Doubt and Over Thinking with Movement with Jen Stillion
In today’s episode of #jammingwithjason we speak with Jen Stillion who has been a performer and dance educator for many years. Jen is here to talk with us about helpful ways that we can get out of our own heads and stop sweating the small stuff. Whether you’re looking to become a better leader, spouse, …Continue reading “E211 Get out of Self Doubt and Over Thinking with Movement with Jen Stillion”
- Stop Resistance to Change #1If you are like most, you may feel like it can be difficult to make certain changes in your life. Now granted these could be due to reasons such as being stubborn or just plain lazy, but what other reasons are there for not changing certain habits? Lets dive into these reasons for resisting change, …
- VIP Why Did I Start a Podcast??This week I share an interview I did recently with Tom Fox, the king of compliance and podcast heavyweight champion… with the Compliance Podcast Network. This is another tables-are-turned style Jamming with Jason podcast episode where you hear Tom Fox interviews me for the FCPA Compliance Report podcast on the Compliance Podcast Network. This way …
- E204 Unifying Risk Management and Compliance with Tom Fox
This is another tables-are-turned #jammingwithjason #podcast episode where Tom Fox interviews Jason Mefford for the FCPA Compliance Report podcast on the Compliance Podcast Network. In this Episode of the FCPA Compliance Report, Tom Fox is joined by Jason Mefford, a top thought leader in internal controls. We discuss his podcast Jamming with Jason, his online …Continue reading “E204 Unifying Risk Management and Compliance with Tom Fox”
- Embracing Your Quirks, Kinks and Fetishes with Miss Lila SageWe all have our little quirks, kinks, and fetishes. Instead of embracing and exploring them, most people live in guilt and shame thinking they can’t express their true self. In this #fireandearthpodcast #podcast episode we talk with Miss Lila Sage, who people describe as a confident woman who inspires others to create according to their …
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- VIP Wow, thank you again! Over 200 episodes now.You’ve probably noticed a theme in what I’ve been talking about the last couple of weeks. What makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Can’t be that or else why can two different people do the same thing, but get different results? Research says …
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- E202 Success and Confidence Habits #3
What makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Research says it’s the habits they practice, in fact all successful people practice some of the same habits. In this special Jamming With Jason 3 part series we feature the #fireandearthpodcast where we talk about the … - E201 Success and Confidence Habits #2
What makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Research says it’s the habits they practice, in fact all successful people practice some of the same habits. In this special Jamming With Jason 3 part series we feature the #fireandearthpodcast where we talk about two … - Success Habits #3What makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Research says it’s the habits they practice, in fact all successful people practice some of the same habits. In this #fireandearthpodcast #podcast episode we talk about three more of those habits. So listen in to learn …
- VIP Secrets to Confidence and SuccessWhat makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Can’t be that or else why can two different people do the same thing, but get different results? Research says it’s the habits they practice, in fact all successful people practice some of the same habits. …
- E200 Success and Confidence Habits #1
What makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Research says it’s the habits they practice, in fact all successful people practice some of the same habits. In this special Jamming With Jason 3 part series we feature the #fireandearthpodcast where we talk about two … - Success Habits #2What makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Research says it’s the habits they practice, in fact all successful people practice some of the same habits. In this #fireandearthpodcast #podcast episode we talk about two more of those habits. So listen in to learn …
- VIP How Confident are you Right Now?How confident are you right now? If you’re like most people this last 18 months have probably caused you to question that from time to time. You get left out of meetings, don’t get asked your opinion as often, and that can lead to you questioning your competency. I understand. We all have times when …
- E198 How to Beat Imposter Syndrome with Sam Osbourne
I’m talking today with Sam Osbourne about how to beat imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome is the fear that your own inadequacies (whether real or not) will be exposed to your peers and thus discredit your accomplishments. Does this sound like you? Well this may sound a bit cliche, but YOU ARE NOT ALONE. So tune …Continue reading “E198 How to Beat Imposter Syndrome with Sam Osbourne”
- Success Habits #1What makes some people so confident and successful, while others struggle and are frustrated? Is it what they do? Research says it’s the habits they practice, in fact all successful people practice some of the same habits. In this #fireandearthpodcast #podcast episode we talk about two of those habits. So listen in to learn how …
- VIP Cognitive Biases are Hurting YouCognitive biases are hurting you Mistakes from some of the largest companies in the world on return to the office is costing billions of dollars, and most of it as a result of the same thing… cognitive biases of their executive leadership. If cognitive biases can affect the largest organization in the world, can they …
- E196 Leadership Biases in Returning to the Office with Dr. Gleb Tsipursky
Mistakes from some of the largest companies in the world on return to the office is costing billions of dollars. Don’t want to make the same mistakes? Listen to this #JammingwithJason #podcast where I talk with Dr. Gleb Tsipursky about what the result of research from organizations like Harvard, SHRM, Microsoft and others is showing …Continue reading “E196 Leadership Biases in Returning to the Office with Dr. Gleb Tsipursky”
- Trapeze is a Parallel for LifeToday is going to be a high flying episode of Fire & Earth! If you didn’t know, Kathy is actually a trapeze artist, and today we will be discussing the life lessons that can be learned through trapeze. Whether it’s trapeze or something else, there is always a lot to learn about life and yourself …
- VIP Mindfulness is KEY to LeadershipYou’ve probably heard the term “mindfulness” but does it have any place in corporate leadership?? Isn’t mindfulness just a hyppie-dippie term that is a “weak” way to lead? Research shows it’s actually the most effective long-term approach. In fact, top organizations all around the world are starting to embrace the concept, so this week I’m …
- E194 Mindfulness is KEY to Leadership with Marc Lesser
You’ve probably heard the term “mindfulness” but does it have any place in corporate #leadership?? Top organizations all around the world are starting to embrace the concept, so this week I’m talking with Marc Lesser on the #JammingwithJason #podcast. I met Marc several years ago at the Mindful Workplace Summit in northern California who not …Continue reading “E194 Mindfulness is KEY to Leadership with Marc Lesser”
- How to Be a Guest of Radio and PodcastsBeing a guest on radio shows and podcasts are wonderful ways of raising awareness of your product along with building a strong follower base, but sometimes just showing up on a show isn’t as simple as it sounds! When showing up to a radio show or podcast, or even pitching yourself to a content creator …
- VIP Avoiding a Mid-Life CrisisIn a recent Jamming with Jason podcast I speak with my friend Mo Issa about his journey of self discovery and finding what is really important in life. I met Mo many years ago when we were both trained to be coaches by Brian Tracy and we have continued our friendship as our paths keep …
- E192 Thinking, Reflecting and Being Intentional with Mo Issa
In this #jammingwithjason #podcast I speak with my friend Mo Issa about his journey of self discovery and finding what is really important in life. I met Mo many years ago when we were both trained to be coaches by Brian Tracy and we have continued our friendship as our paths keep crossing. Mo is …Continue reading “E192 Thinking, Reflecting and Being Intentional with Mo Issa”
- Learning from the Inside Out
Jason Mefford was interviewed by Sam Osbourne from The School of Self Worth about life long learning from the inside out. So much packed into this video - FCPA Compliance Report with Jason Mefford
In this Episode of the FCPA Compliance Report, Tom Fox is joined by Jason Mefford, a top thought leader in internal audit, risk managment, compliance, and internal controls. We discuss his podcast Jamming with Jason, his online academy cRisk Academy and a unified theory of risk management. Highlights include: Why he began his podcast. How professionals …Continue reading “FCPA Compliance Report with Jason Mefford”
- cRisk Academy vs. IIA Certifications
A lot of people ask me about the difference between cRisk Academy and IIA certifications. Which one is right for you?? Since inquiring minds want to know… here’s the answer. Basically some are traditional certifications that typically take 2-5 YEARS to get, the others are modern certifications you can get in 1-2 WEEKS. Listen to the video for the … - VIP Leadership Comes from the Inside OutWhat’s the difference between a third-world country dictator and a traditional leader in the corporate world? Find the answer at: https://www.jasonmefford.com/leadership-comes-from-the-inside-out/ Bad joke, but serious message. Dictators use fear and violence to get people to do what they want. Most corporate leaders are taught to use fear and punishment, and have a command and control, …
- Leadership Comes from the Inside Out
What’s the difference between a third-world country dictator and a traditional leader in the corporate world? ANSWER: Not much. Ba, dum, dum. Bad joke, but serious message. Dictators use fear and violence to get people to do what they want. Most corporate leaders are taught to use fear and punishment, and have a command and … - Your Words Don’t Prove Anything
I was talking with someone this last week who applied for a job in internal audit, but didn’t get the job because she couldn’t prove she had agile auditing skills. I’ve been tell you for a while that agile auditing skills are in high demand. Even though she told the organization she was familiar and … - Playing and Having FunWith adult responsibilities, bills to pay, jobs to commute to and children to raise, sometimes we forget to have fun and actually PLAY!Today’s episode will be about getting in touch with a very under-nurtured ego state: the child!So lets relax and grow together as we get in touch with our inner child. Listen in at: …
- VIP These two words have a big impact on your communication effectivenessThe two little words: “and” and “but” seem similar, but there are actually some very different times when you will want to use either one or the other to be effective as a leader and a communicator… and when you get it wrong there can be some painful repercussions. Literally an errant “but” could land …
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- E188 A Facelift for Compliance with Tom Fox
In case you missed it, there has been a lot of change in how organizations are dealing with #compliance. Risk management concepts, use of data, using compliance to lead to greater business efficiency, third-party risk, just to name a few. It’s as if compliance has gotten a face lift recently and looks a whole lot …Continue reading “E188 A Facelift for Compliance with Tom Fox”
- Lessons From the Worst Speaker EverSometimes learning what NOT to do, can really help people improve in certain facets of their lives. When it comes to public speaking, learning what doesn’t work can definitely be helpful. From “verbal masturbation”, to not knowing your own subject matter, or just being a boring presenter, this episode will dive into the various public …
- VIP Are You an Inclusive Leader??You might think you are inclusive and open minded, but how inclusive are you really? We tend to gravitate to people that are like us (it’s just human nature) but being more inclusive in all ways really does enrich our lives and creates stronger teams. With business entering the digital world, we need to start …
- Are You an Inclusive Leader??
You might think you are inclusive and open minded, but how inclusive are you really? We tend to gravitate to people that are like us (it’s just human nature) but being more inclusive in all ways really does enrich our lives and creates stronger teams. With business entering the digital world, we need to start … - E186: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and ESG with Julie Thompson
With business entering the digital world, we need to start looking into alternate populations to begin hiring from. Sure there are people of different skin colors or sexes, but what about individuals with physical disabilities or people from the autistic population. Sometimes to tackle certain situations, a different point of view can be highly beneficial. …Continue reading “E186: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and ESG with Julie Thompson”
- Getting a Good Night SleepOne thing that most of us never get enough of is… SLEEP! Sleep is very important to our health and wellbeing, but why are we not getting enough of it? In today’s episode we discuss the importance of sleep and how we can sleep better and longer. So grab your pillow and blanket and listen …
- VIP There is a lot of power in music.How many times have you felt your emotions swell up when you watched a movie? Whether you realize it or not, your subconscious brain is picking up on the music in the background of movies that helps you feel certain emotions and take you along in the story. Sad parts of a movie usually have …
- E184: The Power of Music with Joseph Young
This is a fun #jammingwithjason #podcast episode because I not only get to talk about music (which I love), but I also get to connect with a childhood friend who is an award winning musician, Joseph L. Young. From just listening to music you enjoy, to playing an instrument, music can provide many psychological benefits …Continue reading “E184: The Power of Music with Joseph Young”
- The Most Comprehensive Guide to Being a Successful Chief Audit Executive (CAE)
I’m going to let you in on a little secret in case you haven’t heard this yet. I am working with cRisk Academy to develop a Certified Chief Audit Executive (cCAE) certification course, a step-by-step course on exactly what it takes to be a successful CAE. Who the Certified Chief Audit Executive (cCAE) course is for: …Continue reading “The Most Comprehensive Guide to Being a Successful Chief Audit Executive (CAE)”
- Responding Instead of ReactingIn today’s episode we will have a conversation about the importance of Reacting vs. Responding. Sometimes a reaction is unavoidable, however if you have the opportunity to slooooooooow doooooooooown, just take a few moments and choose to respond.Just a few seconds is all it takes to reduce your stress greatly! Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/fireandearthpodcast/ Transcript …
- VIP Keeping it simple is so much easier and less stressfulI’ve always loved the saying “keep it simple.” Too often we are our own worst enemies by making things much more complex and complicated than necessary… and that usually leads to unnecessary stress. Have you ever been guilty of doing that? I know I have. Over the years I’ve created hundreds of blog posts, hundreds …
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- Do You Want to Jam with Jason Mefford?
I play the guitar and one thing I love to do is “jam” with other musicians. That’s why I call my podcast “Jamming with Jason” but it’s much more than a musical theme. It’s a combination of me interviewing people, and me just hanging out and jamming with you one-on-one as if we are having … - E182: Corporate Quitters with Jason Mefford
Yep, you read that correctly. In this special episode of #jammingwithjason the tables are turned again and you get to hear Jason interviewed on Robert Berry’s Corporate Quitters podcast. We discuss how Jason helps people with career insurance – how you can succeed in your current job, develop the skills that help you get that …Continue reading “E182: Corporate Quitters with Jason Mefford”
- E180: New Media in Internal Audit
In this Jamming with Jason podcast episode I share a recent discussion I had on Clubhouse in The Audit Room with Tracie Marquardt, Trent Russell, and Robert Berry. See what’s available and what’s coming for internal audit media options. - Leadership is an Inside Out Game
Have you ever worked for a horrible boss? If you are a boss, how do you know that YOU aren’t the horrible boss? In todays F&E episode we discuss the changes in work mentality and how leadership should change in order to promote a better working environment. So lets leave the old broken model of … - VIP Leadership is not about controlling others, it’s about relationshipsYou may have heard me say leadership is all relationships, right? Well, successful leaders know it really does all boil down to relationships, and leading from the inside out. What does that mean? Most people think leadership is about the way you dress, the title you have, but that is an old, broken model taught …
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- E178: Agents of Change and Follow the Risk with Richard Chambers
What does it take to be an agent of change in #internalaudit? The times they are a changing. Are you ready?? Well there’s nobody better to talk about this topic than Richard Chambers who wrote a book on the topic and has had a 46 year career in internal audit. You probably know Richard from …Continue reading “E178: Agents of Change and Follow the Risk with Richard Chambers”
- Flashback Friday: Doing a Good Job Won’t Stop You From Getting Fired
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-m4ijp-1054eda Yep, you read the title correctly. Performing an excellent audit, following all of the standards, and writing a great report won’t stop you from getting fired. In fact, sometimes that is what gets you fired. To understand what usually does get you fired, and how to avoid the land mines, take a listen to …Continue reading “Flashback Friday: Doing a Good Job Won’t Stop You From Getting Fired”
- E176: Improving Relationships with Zach Olinger
This is another tables are turned episode, where I am interviewed by Zach Olinger for his #podcast The Real Zach Olinger Podcast. We talk about relationships, what can go wrong, how to improve them and some practical tips that you’ve probably never considered when thinking about relationships both professionally and personally. Listen in at: http://www.jasonmefford.com/jammingwithjason/
