In this episode of the Success in Motion Podcast, Michael Bishop welcomes Ameil Shadid, Senior Vice President of the Oklahoma State Chamber. From humble beginnings as a golf shop assistant to playing a pivotal role in shaping Oklahoma’s economic future, Ameil shares his personal journey and professional insights.

Ameil opens up about the Chamber's core mission: politics, policy, and advocacy — and how its work is more than networking. He discusses why education, healthcare, and childcare are foundational to Oklahoma’s economic development and how 4th-grade reading scores can forecast a lifetime of success or struggle. Ameil also speaks candidly about work-life balance, distraction-free living, and why intentional relationships matter more than flashy tech.

If you’ve ever wondered what the Chamber of Commerce really does or how to get involved in driving change, this is your chance to hear it from an insider who’s reshaping the landscape.

What You'll Learn:

• How early education connects to economic development

• The Oklahoma Chamber’s bold new vision

• Why reading is essential to workforce readiness

• Ameil’s personal philosophy on work-life balance and recovery

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In this insightful episode of The Success in Motion Podcast with Michael Bishop, we sit down with John Munno—former aspiring golf pro turned veteran energy risk engineer with four decades of experience. From navigating career pivots to building a personal brand after 60, John’s story is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and problem-solving.

Michael and John dive deep into:

• How John turned a college cartoon into a 40-year career in risk engineering

• Why solving one problem well can turn you into a go-to expert

• How risk engineering applies to both energy systems and personal life

• The power of problem-solving in creating personal and professional success

• John’s strategic use of AI to amplify his voice and share his knowledge

• His journey of building a YouTube channel, podcast, and presence on LinkedIn

• Why rebranding yourself after 60 can be the most freeing move of all

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In this inspiring episode of The Success in Motion Podcast, host Michael Bishop sits down with Ronald Grant, Senior Director of Business and Finance at Metro Tech. Ronald opens up about his journey from self-doubt and unexpected fatherhood to holding a pivotal leadership role in education.

Learn how Metro Tech is transforming lives by offering trade programs that provide hands-on skills and immediate job opportunities—without the heavy burden of a four-year degree. Ronald discusses the power of practical education, the importance of being present, the myth of work-life balance, and how building relationships and people skills is just as critical as mastering technical ones.

Whether you're a parent, educator, or someone looking for a new path, this episode offers valuable insights into alternative education and personal growth.

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