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The Mercury Leadership Podcast

The Mercury Leadership Podcast

Written by: Larry Greene
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Intention

This podcast intends to engage, educate and challenge the listeners. There will likely be humor sprinkled throughout as I like to have a little fun in all things I do. After all, what is life without laughter?

Experience

Larry was a corporate sales management executive for many years. Having struck out on my own in the late 1990s, I have had many experiences in business from ownership, management, leadership, success, failure, and more success.

Story Telling

Telling stories is one of the best ways to illustrate and share experiences. Larry has many examples of excellent and not so excellent methods and tactics from the interactions, relationships, and conversations he has been a part of.


Professor Greene.

This series delves into the mechanics of what it takes to run an efficient, successful business.


Good on Paper.

This series looks at the basics of business structure. Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, compliance, and Human Resources.


Raised by Wolves.

This is a series of stories describing behaviors and outcomes that he has experienced at the many businesses in which he has coached and advised.


What to expect.

We're going to talk about everything business. While most of my clients are very successful in their businesses, they still struggle with employee issues, government regulation, growth, and challenges to profitability. We'll also talk in-depth about culture. Issues that are challenging to many legacy businesses. If this sounds like some of the challenges you face, this may just be the podcast for you. Our format will be varied. We will do some interviews, some individual talks, and someone on one discussion with other business owners and professionals. I will share your stories and have a little bit. Of fun along the way. We'll discuss strategy as well as tactical approaches to problem-solving. I've been a business owner, executive coach, and business strategist for the past 25 years and have worked with all types and sizes. Businesses before that I had a career in sales and sales management with a Fortune 1000 company. Please tune in to our podcast. Let's see if there are some valuable Nuggets that will help you along the path to success and a better future.

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Episodes
  • Hani Sharestan Interview
    Nov 11 2022

    Today we're going to talk to Hani Sharestan, with Wright Ford Young & Co, a certified public accountant, and a long-time client. Hani shares his journey from working in his family’s jewelry business to becoming a Certified public accountant. He shares how his work impacts the lives of his clients, and what he thinks the future looks like.


    Highlights

    {00:51} Hani Sharestan’s journey

    {04:52} Life lessons from a jewelry business

    {07:40} The value of mentors

    {09:36} Mistakes along the way

    {12:53} How Hani’s work impacts the lives of people

    {22:24} Biggest concerns for today

    {30:03} Advice for younger people

    {35:48} Using technology

    {38:52} Keeping yourself centered


    Links

    larrygreene.com



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    54 mins
  • Mac Jimenez Interview
    Nov 2 2022

    Today we're going to talk to Mac Jimenez, he is a private investigator, retired law enforcement officer, and college professor. You will find Mac’s stories fascinating and valuable. Mac shares stories from his time working as a police officer, and why police forces are struggling to find recruits.


    Highlights

    {00:49} Mac’s life in the early years.

    {04:04} Mistakes made that still affect Mac today?

    {06:33} Life as a college professor.

    {08:38} The uptick in crime

    {16:38} The effect of the Defund the police movement on the police force.


    Links

    larrygreene.com



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    38 mins
  • Tim Santoni Interview
    Oct 19 2022

    Today we're going to talk to Tim Santoni of Santoni investigations. Tim does all kinds of background checks for all different types of agencies and individuals and also conducts investigations depending on what the need is. Tim talks about lessons he learned from his youth. He shares stories that illustrate the importance of agencies such as santonin investigations.


    Highlights

    {01:09} Tim’s first job, and what he learned from it.

    {06:17} stories that illustrate the benefit of Tim’s work.

    {08:02} Things people lie (or stretch the truth) about on resumes

    {17:16} Trends in the business world

    {20:23} The remote work environment?

    About Tim

    Tim grew up around the private investigation business. Early in his career, he had the opportunity to learn the business from his dad, Mike Santoni. He was able to get involved in investigations, operations, and management which allowed him to acquire the skills necessary to become a valuable resource to the team and clients.

    He ran the insurance investigation practice while spending time working on intellectual property cases. As Tim continued to train and study the civil codes of procedure and the rules of admissibility that impact investigation strategy and evidence it allowed him to consult with clients and design creative approaches to even the most challenging cases. His core focus was the admissibility of the evidence uncovered to make sure it could be used to support litigation and help clients obtain favorable outcomes.

    In 2011 he took over as President/CEO of Santoni where he continues to innovate and lead the company. Santoni specializes in supporting law firms in civil litigation (Employment Law, Insurance Defense, Intellectual Property, Family Law, and Business Litigation).

    Tim started the employment background screening division of Santoni in 2015. In 2017 he rolled out the on-demand attorney services platform to Santoni clients.

    Over the years Tim has testified as an expert in criminal cases involving intellectual property. He also supervised thousands of investigations and prepared numerous reports and declarations.

    Tim has been called upon to consult with attorneys and law firms as an expert witness in cases involving intellectual property theft/infringement. He is passionate about technology and how it can improve the client experience while maximizing efficiency within the business. Tim is quick to study up on the latest cameras, gadgets, apps, drones, and gear to support his passion for video making.

    He enjoys playing golf and coaching his kids in baseball and football. His favorite tech toy is the DJI Spark Drone.


    Links

    timsantoni.com

    larrygreene.com



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    34 mins
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