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Get Unstuck & On Target

We're interviewing inspiring business leaders to uncover tips - and tools - to help you break down the barriers that are keeping... you.... stuck.

Recent Episodes

Ep233 Judi Harrington—From Stuck to Published: How Leaders Turn Expertise Into Books That Actually Matter
March 4, 2026

Ep233 Judi Harrington—From Stuck to Published: How Leaders Turn Expertise Into Books That Actually Matter

Mike O'Neill sits down with certified book coach Judi Harrington to tackle the question more executives are asking than ever: "Should I write a book?" In this episode, you'll learn how to close the "recognition gap"—that spac...
Ep232 John Wichmann—How to Save Hybrid Work: Design Your Model for Maximum Productivity and Culture
Feb. 18, 2026

Ep232 John Wichmann—How to Save Hybrid Work: Design Your Model for Maximum Productivity and Culture

In this episode, Mike O'Neill sits down with John Wichmann, founder and CEO of Gather Sciences, to tackle one of the most frustrating leadership challenges of the decade—hybrid work that just doesn't work. Leaders will learn ...
Ep231 Mary Angela Baker - Act Three Leadership: How to Expand Your Network Before You Need It
Feb. 4, 2026

Ep231 Mary Angela Baker - Act Three Leadership: How to Expand Your Network Before You Need It

In this episode, Mike O'Neill sits down with leadership consultant Mary Angela Baker to explore a critical question most leaders ignore: What happens to your network when you enter "Act Three" of your career? Mary Angela intr...
Ep230 Jane Gentry - How to Scale Without Breaking: Growing Your Business the Right Way
Jan. 21, 2026

Ep230 Jane Gentry - How to Scale Without Breaking: Growing Your Business the Right Way

Schedule a Game Plan Intro Call Here This 15-minute call is a chance for us to connect briefly and see if a full Game Plan Session is the right next step. No prep required — just bring your goals or questions, and we’ll explo...
Ep229 Markus Neukom - From Burnout to Breakthrough: Why Stillness Is Your Competitive Edge
Jan. 8, 2026

Ep229 Markus Neukom - From Burnout to Breakthrough: Why Stillness Is Your Competitive Edge

Schedule a Game Plan Intro Call Here This 15-minute call is a chance for us to connect briefly and see if a full Game Plan Session is the right next step. No prep required — just bring your goals or questions, and we’ll explo...
Ep228 Mo Lima - Why Your Image Speaks Before You Do (And What Leaders Get Wrong About It)
Dec. 17, 2025

Ep228 Mo Lima - Why Your Image Speaks Before You Do (And What Leaders Get Wrong About It)

Schedule a Game Plan Intro Call Here This 15-minute call is a chance for us to connect briefly and see if a full Game Plan Session is the right next step. No prep required — just bring your goals or questions, and we’ll explo...