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Make the Grade Experience

Make the Grade Experience

Written by: Dr Steven Greene
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 Welcome to the Make the Grade Experience, the high-impact podcast where Dr. Steven Greene empowers students, entrepreneurs, business owners, and go-getters of all kinds to accelerate their success journey through actionable techniques and concepts — one actionable episode at a time.

Grounded in Dr. Greene’s Triangle of Success framework — Product, System, Mentoring — this show delivers proven tools, real-world strategies, and inspiring conversations with high performers, innovators, and experts.

Whether you’re building a business, launching a dream, or optimizing your mind and body, every episode gives you the clarity, confidence, and practical steps you need to get to the next level — fast.

The podcast is a combination of tips by 30+ year entrepreneur and educator Dr Greene as well as a cast of guests with broad experiences and skills to share.

Recent episodes include:
  • Fundraising secrets for entrepreneurs
  • The Student Entrepreneur Academy
  • Passion as your business superpower
  • Health breakthroughs to boost your energy and drive
  • How storytelling and networking fuel success
If you're ready to design a life of purpose and performance, this show is your weekly success toolkit. Subscribe now and start making the grade in every area of your life.Copyright Dr Steven Greene Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Self-Help Success
Episodes
  • The critical importance of innovation | Dr Kasia Hein-Peters - Ep 181

    The critical importance of innovation | Dr Kasia Hein-Peters - Ep 181
    Oct 8 2025
    Podcast Episode: Driving Innovation for Success with Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters**Host:** Dr. Steven Greene, The Success Doctor **Guest:** Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters, MD – Innovation Expert, Best-Selling Author, and Founder of Abante Scientific **Episode Overview:** In this inspiring episode of the Make the Great Experience podcast, Dr. Steven Greene welcomes Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters, a global leader in pharmaceutical and medical innovation. With over two decades of experience leading strategic marketing for major companies like Merck, Eli Lilly, and Novartis, Dr. Kasia shares her journey from clinical medicine to pioneering innovations that impact millions worldwide.**Key Topics Covered:** - Kasia’s transition from psychiatry physician to innovation leader in the pharmaceutical industry. - The significance of innovation in business growth, including incremental vs breakthrough innovations. - How small improvements keep products competitive, while radical innovations ensure long-term relevance and market leadership. - Practical examples of incremental innovation in healthcare and how companies can scale towards breakthrough changes. - Building innovation capabilities and managing risk to select the most impactful projects in a resource-constrained environment. - The importance of structured innovation management with frameworks and validated approaches. - Kasia's bestselling book, *Innovation Planner 2025*, designed as a hands-on workbook to help entrepreneurs and companies implement innovation systematically. - Cultural differences in innovation approaches – comparing American entrepreneurial “doers” versus more cautious European planning styles, and Poland’s emerging innovation ecosystem. - Advice for entrepreneurs on nurturing creativity while applying discipline to develop sustainable innovation culture.**Notable Quotes:** - "Innovation is how almost every successful business grows." — Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters - "Incremental improvements keep you relevant today; breakthrough innovations shape your future." — Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters - "Creativity is not the problem. The challenge is selecting and executing the right innovative ideas." — Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters - "Entrepreneurial culture is just one of five types of innovation cultures. Knowing your culture matters." — Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters**About Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters:** Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters is a best-selling author, international speaker, and innovation consultant dedicated to bringing meaningful science and technology advances to market. As founder of Abante Scientific, she coaches organizations and entrepreneurs worldwide to unlock innovation success, leveraging her extensive experience in global pharmaceutical marketing and commercialization.**Connect with Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters:** Website address: https://abantescientific.com/LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasiaheinpeters/Schedule your free innovation strategy session: https://calendly.com/kasia-hein-peters-md/next-horizon-innovation-advisory. Kasia offers 10 free sessions for listeners of the Make the Great Experience podcast.- Book: *Innovation Planner 2025* (Available on Amazon Kindle and in print) **Why Listen:** If you are an entrepreneur, innovator, or business leader looking to grow your company through innovation, this episode sheds light on building a sustainable innovation pipeline and culture. Kasia provides practical frameworks and a mindset shift for transforming ideas into impactful results.**Host’s Final Thoughts:** Innovation is key to lasting success — knowing when to improve and when to disrupt is what differentiates leaders from followers. With Kasia's expert guidance, you can plan your innovation journey with confidence.the the Fave Five Color = blue Food = SushiMusic = Classic RockPlace = Las Vegas Hobby = hiking to ghost townsOur haiku / senryuKasia was our guestShe was really excellentInnovation rules!---If you want, I can also create social media snippets or a short episode teaser for this. Would that be helpful?Learn More... Submit your request here:I want to be on the mAke the grAde Experience PodcastCheck out all that Dr Greene offers: http//:www.makethegrade.netEntrepreneurial Opportunities: I want to be an entrepreneurThe Student Entrepreneur AcademyThe Student Entrepreneur AcademyReach Dr Steve directly: sgreene@makethegrade.net
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    36 mins
  • The System to Success in your career and in life | Troy Heiner - Ep 180

    The System to Success in your career and in life | Troy Heiner - Ep 180
    Oct 7 2025
    **Podcast Episode: Navigating Career Success with Troy Heiner**
    **Host:** Dr. Steven Greene, The Success Doctor
    **Guest:** Troy Heiner – Career Expert and Author-to-be of *Pinnacle Pivot*
    **Location:** Tampa Bay, Florida

    **Episode Overview:**
    In this insightful episode of the mAke the grAde Experience podcast, host Dr. Steven Greene welcomes career expert Troy Heiner to discuss practical strategies for advancing and transforming your career. Troy shares his personal journey from a federal government professional and mid-level manager to an entrepreneurial coach specializing in career development.

    **Key Topics Covered:**
    • The importance of defining your ideal job strategically aligned with your strengths and passions.
    • - Building a personal brand that uniquely represents YOU, beyond just a job title.
    • - Navigating and bypassing gatekeepers in hiring processes, especially with the complexity added by AI-driven systems.
    • - Mastering the career transition, including interview preparation, negotiation, and making an impact on day one.
    • - Understanding the "Hidden Job Network" — the powerful role of networking, referrals, and staying top of mind with hiring decision-makers.
    • - The value of mentorship and coaching in accelerating career success and avoiding common pitfalls.
    • - Troy’s concept of "Auto-teleic experiences" — moments of flow where work is joyful and energizing — and how to leverage these for career fulfillment.

    **Notable Quotes:**
    • - "Success favors the prepared." — Troy Heiner
    • - "Your personal brand is the only thing that is uniquely yours. No one else does you better than you do." — Troy Heiner
    • - "Most of the better jobs don’t get posted online because of the level of trust required. They’re filled through referrals and networking." — Troy Heiner

    **About Troy Heiner:**

    Troy draws from decades of experience in government and professional development. He is known for creating an integrated system to hack the hidden job market, helping professionals discover new career opportunities that fit their skills and goals. Troy is soon to publish his upcoming book, *Pinnacle Pivot*, sharing his proven career transformation insights.

    **Connect with Troy Heiner:**
    - LinkedIn: [Troy Heiner's LinkedIn]
    - Email: troyh@tfhxlc.com

    **Why Listen:**
    Whether you’re an entrepreneur, corporate professional, or just considering a career pivot, this episode offers actionable advice and a proven framework to find the right role, build a standout brand, and secure the job you deserve — minus the resume blasting and aimless applications.
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    *Host’s Final Thoughts:**
    Transforming your career isn’t random luck; it’s about planning, connections, and seizing the right opportunities with confidence. Troy’s four-step system equips you to do just that.
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    The Student Entrepreneur Academy
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    43 mins
  • Live Longer Get Healthy |Arman podcast - Ep 179

    Live Longer Get Healthy |Arman podcast - Ep 179
    Oct 7 2025
    **Podcast Episode: Optimizing Healthspan and Longevity with Armin Eckelbarger****Host:** Dr. Steven Greene, The Success Doctor **Guest:** Certainly! Here's a show note draft for the podcast episode featuring Armin Eckelbarger and Dr. Steven Green:---**Podcast Episode: Optimizing Healthspan and Longevity with Arman Eckelbarger****Host:** Dr. Steven Greene, The Success Doctor **Guest:** Arman Eckelbarger – Certified Longevity Coach, Pro Bodybuilder, and Founder of Elevate Longevity Solutions **Episode Overview:** In this energizing episode of the mAke the grAde Experience podcast, Dr. Steven Greene sits down with Armin Eckelbarger, a seasoned expert in healthspan, longevity, and fitness with over 40 years of experience. Armin shares his inspiring journey from bodybuilding enthusiast to longevity coach, offering evidence-based insights into how to extend both lifespan and healthspan — the years you live in optimal health.**Key Topics Covered:** - Arman's personal story: from overcoming challenges in high school to becoming a pro bodybuilder and champion, and later focusing on aging healthily. - The importance of focusing on healthspan, not just lifespan — living longer with vitality, mobility, and mental clarity. - Essential pillars of longevity: eliminating processed and ultra-processed foods, prioritizing quality sleep, and engaging in resistance training to maintain muscle mass and metabolism. - The role of muscle as a currency for longevity and the challenges of anabolic resistance with aging. - How exercise, fasting, and hormesis (mild stressors) contribute to autophagy and cellular health. - Critical perspectives on modern toxic food systems, medical approaches, hormone optimization, and the need for a proactive, root-cause health strategy. - Practical advice on lab testing, nutrition, hydration, and being an advocate for your own health. - The evolving science and AI innovations in longevity and why successful individuals are increasingly investing in it. - A candid discussion about customizing health and fitness approaches for men and women based on hormonal differences and personal goals.**Notable Quotes:** - "You can't go wrong with whole, real food — that's where the money is for your health." — Arman Eckelbarger - "Resistance training maintains joint strength, bone density, and muscle, which is really your currency for longevity." — Arman Eckelbarger - "People don’t wake up and worry about conditions like high blood pressure until there’s pain. Being proactive is key." — Arman Eckelbarger - "Your body is like a gas tank — if you put bad fuel in, you're creating corrosion." — Arman Eckelbarger**About Arman Eckelbarger:** Arman is a nationally recognized longevity coach and expert in healthspan optimization. He is a two-time NPC Masters National Over 50 welterweight bodybuilding champion and has coached hundreds of clients, delivering bespoke wellness programs integrating nutrition, fitness, recovery, and hormone management through his company, Elevate Longevity Solutions.**Connect with Armin Eckelbarger:** ]arman@eliteexecmethod.com website: https://www.elevatelongevitysolutions.com/- Social Media: Search for Armin Eckelbarger on LinkedIn and other platforms**Why Listen:** If you care about aging gracefully, want to unlock your body’s full potential, or seek actionable strategies that combine science with lifestyle, this episode is a powerful resource. Armin's expertise helps you understand how simple, effective changes can profoundly impact your vitality and longevity.**Host’s Final Thoughts:** True success is not just financial; it’s about the quality of life you live along the way. Investing in your healthspan ensures you make the most of every year.Learn More... Submit your request here:I want to be on the mAke the grAde Experience PodcastCheck out all that Dr Greene offers: http//:www.makethegrade.netEntrepreneurial Opportunities: I want to be an entrepreneurThe Student Entrepreneur AcademyThe Student Entrepreneur AcademyReach Dr Steve directly: sgreene@makethegrade.net
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    36 mins
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