The Company We Keep

Fanni met Doug through Omni Ventures and spent this past weekend in Baja with Summit Series. Tune into their discussion from earlier this year about his book and proprietary framework, enabling every leader to own their mountain. Key Themes: 1. The Power of Extreme Empathy - Moving beyond surface-level understanding - Seeing the world through your audience's eyes - Creating authentic connections through genuine understanding 2. Breaking Free from Copycatting - Why imitation limits brand potential - The rise of original creators and creatives - Building distinctive brand voices 3. The Joy Factor: Rombauer Case Study - Transforming wine marketing through emotion - Focusing on joyful moments and memories - Creating authentic brand experiences 4. Employee Engagement as Brand Foundation - Aligning internal teams with brand values - Creating consistent brand representation - Building authentic brand ambassadors Notable Quotes "We are entering an age where the actual creators and creatives have a bigger chance of success." "The joy of wine: creating joyful moments and joyful memories." "The biggest mind trap I run into is the copycatter." Doug Harrison has helped successfully guide the brand and product strategies for over 1,000 brands building and successfully exiting a Top 30 Global Market Research and Consulting firm.  He has been Vendor of the Year at Coca-Cola and Finalist at Microsoft.  In recent years, his focus has been on small and mid-size companies leading to his third book, The Rise Framework which recognizes 10 Mind Traps entities slip into that erode their success and solves them with his Rise Framework approach. 

Fanni and Kyle connected thru the Chief of Staff Network. They sat down to discussed the career path of the Chief of Staff they are both passionate about the career path. They talk about the importance of working for a leader who truly inspires you and you can bring value to, the importance of "knowing your value" - as a person, but also know how your role contributes to the bottom line of the business. And so much more including the importance of finding people who bright up any room. Tune in / learn more about Fanni here and Kyle here. Kyle Hagge is currently Chief of Staff to the COO at Morning Brew, a multimedia company covering the world of business and the business of the world. Previously, he worked at Marquette University, the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee, Ballot Ready, and College Possible.

Fanni met Claudia at Shack 15 this summer. They hit it off immediately, bonding over their shared talent / people leadership / startup backgrounds and passion for coaching - finding depth and embracing growth. They talk about their coaching and leadership philosophies, combining nature, community and growth, collaborating on retreats and events. Claudia is an Executive & Career Coach for In-House Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Creatives based in San Francisco and LA with extensive in-house leadership and executive experience in tech start-ups and creative firms. Her coaching practice specializes in helping leaders cultivate grounded confidence that builds resilience and intent in everything they do reviving inner strength, emotional intelligence, conscious leadership, and positive psychology.  Follow Claudia! Follow Fanni!

Introducing the Chief of Staff track - starting in September, Fanni is only interviewing founders and chief of staffs about the company they build and keep. Here she talks about the joys of being both, how controlling your mind and actions are the only skills you need in life, or as they say in Colorado: there is no bad weather, only bad gear. Catch her events, comedy, LinkedIn and more!

Fanni shares her experiences with community, support and growth in San Francisco, how she thinks about "impostor syndrome" and the importance of intentionally being in community that help you grow. The company we keep will be ever more important as the US election season kicks into full gear next week. Have questions? Ask away: [email protected] ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠MT Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠TCWK Website⁠⁠ Instagram

Fanni Gabor is the Founder of Mindfully Transform where she leads Talent Acquisition and Retention across the creative and technology industries. Learn more: TCWK Website MT Website ⁠Connect with her on LinkedIn!⁠ Fanni Gabor offers a serene journey to combat negative thoughts through meditation. With gentle prompts and deep breathing exercises, she encourages listeners to acknowledge negative thoughts while also embracing positive ones, fostering internal alignment and empowering actions rooted in joy and authenticity. Through mindful awareness, Fanni demonstrates how thoughts shape emotions and actions, empowering listeners to navigate life with intention and positivity. Tune in for a calming exploration of inner peace and resilience.

Fanni shares her experiences and insights from her recent move to San Francisco. Join Fanni as she navigates her new city, shares valuable lessons, and connects with fascinating individuals fostering growth, simplicity, and authentic human connection. ⁠⁠Walk the Talk LinkedIn⁠ ⁠MT Website⁠ ⁠TCWK Website

Join Fanni as she explains her coaching methodology and its immediate impact on work and life - including relationships and achieving goals. With over a decade of recruitment experience, she works with leaders who design the future of work in the world of AI. Learn more: Walk the Talk⁠ LinkedIn MT Website TCWK Website

Join Fanni as she shares updates on her new home in San Francisco and dives into her latest projects, including newsletters, podcasts, coaching, and improv theater classes. Learn about: - finding joy at work and life - Fanni's innovative walking coaching series and its benefits - Saving time through outsourcing tasks - How to blend improv-based games with mindfulness for business success. Newsletter Blog

Fanni's solo episode on the future and transformation of her own work, pausing recruiting and shifting her time to help leaders lead. She is piloting leadership coaching sessions over IRL walks in San Francisco, enhancing team communications and collaboration through improv games workshops and teaching quick and easy skills of meditation and breath-work to destress and be present. Tune in and get in touch to work together! [email protected] https://www.mindfullytransform.co/