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The Executive Connect Podcast

The Executive Connect Podcast

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 This is the Executive Connect Podcast - a show for the new generation of leaders. Join us as we discover unconventional leadership strategies not traditionally associated with executive roles. Our guests include upper-level C-Suite executives charting new ways to grow their organizations, successful entrepreneurs changing the way the world does business, and experts and thought leaders from fields outside of Corporate America that can bring new insights into leadership, prosperity, and personal growth - all while connecting on a human level. No one has all the answers - but by building a community of open-minded and engaged leaders we hope to give you the tools you need to help you find your own path to success.Copyright Heartcast Media マネジメント マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 経済学
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  • From Oil Rigs to Boardrooms: Sales, Strategy & Self-Leadership in Energy

    From Oil Rigs to Boardrooms: Sales, Strategy & Self-Leadership in Energy
    2025/06/05
    In this episode of Executive Connect, host Melissa Aarskaug talks with Justin Vandenbrink, President
    of Mercenary Sales, about his journey from the rugged oil rigs of Canada to the polished boardrooms of
    Houston. Justin shares how a foundation in geology and a passion for building authentic relationships
    helped him shift from technical roles to high-level business development.
    Key insights include:
    ● How to pivot from field operations to executive sales.
    ● Why building trust beats “closing the deal.”
    ● The shift from transactional selling to consultative partnerships in upstream oil & gas.
    ● How Justin balances high-performance selling with mental wellness.
    ● The future of work in the energy sector: project-based roles over permanent hires.
    Whether you're in the trenches of oil & gas or leading a team through change, Justin offers real-world
    strategies on building credibility, leading yourself, and creating long-term client value.

    Chapters:
    1. [00:00] From Geologist to CEO Whisperer
    Justin’s origin story from field geology to business development.
    2. [05:00] Taking the Leap: Canada to Houston
    How a candid moment with leadership changed his career path.
    3. [07:00] Sales Isn’t Selling—It’s Strategy
    Redefining sales as relationship-building in complex industries.
    4. [11:00] Navigating Tech Shifts & Client Needs
    Adapting to software’s growing role in upstream oil & gas.
    5. [15:00] High-Trust Selling for High-Stakes Clients
    Earning credibility by telling hard truths.
    6. [18:00] Wellness in the Hustle
    How to avoid burnout while chasing sales goals.
    7. [22:00] Lead Yourself First
    The art of time blocking, focus, and managing your own performance.
    8. [28:00] When Selling Looks Effortless
    Why good salespeople make it look too easy—and what’s behind it.
    9. [32:00] Rethinking the Sales Process
    Justin’s idea for a vendor “casting call” to streamline upstream sales.
    10. [36:00] Future of Work in Oil & Gas
    Why project-based roles might be the future—and how to thrive in them.
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    39 分
  • The Harsh Truth About Startups & Why Ecosystems Fail

    The Harsh Truth About Startups & Why Ecosystems Fail
    2025/06/01
    The Harsh Truth About Startups & Why Ecosystems Fail

    In this insightful episode of Executive Connect, we’re joined by Paul O’Brien—a self-described contrarian
    and leading startup economist—who challenges conventional wisdom around entrepreneurship. From
    redefining what a startup actually is to exposing why most ecosystems fail, Paul lays out a bold vision for
    what it really takes to build a thriving innovation hub.
    Learn why most cities are chasing the wrong metrics
    Discover the “real” anatomy of a startup (hint: it’s not just building a business)
    Understand the massive gap between angel investors and VCs
    Hear why Austin’s creative scene is fueling its tech future
    And get advice for corporate execs wanting to dive into entrepreneurship

    Chapters:
    00:00 – Teaser
    01:00 – Paul O’Brien’s Startup Contrarian View
    06:00 – Why Cities Must Support Startup Ecosystems
    11:00 – Why Big Companies Don’t Create Jobs (Startups Do)
    16:00 – Austin vs. Silicon Valley vs. Nashville
    21:00 – The Real Founder Class: Artists, Musicians & Triangle Players
    27:00 – Why Most Accelerators Fail Without Incubators
    34:00 – Advice for Executives Entering Startup Land
    41:00 – The Investor Class Misunderstanding Startups
    44:00 – Final Words: Why Paul Will Rip Your Pitch Apart (for your own good)
    Tags:
    startup ecosystems, entrepreneurship, seed funding, venture capital, startup advice, Austin tech, tech
    innovation, startup growth, startup founder tips, angel investing, startup culture, building startups, startup
    support, economic development
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    46 分
  • I Was a Struggling Leader Until I Discovered This ONE Key Strategy

    I Was a Struggling Leader Until I Discovered This ONE Key Strategy
    2025/06/01
    I Was a Struggling Leader Until I Discovered This ONE Key Strategy.

    What if your backup plan turned out to be your biggest breakthrough? In this raw and revealing episode
    of Executive Connect, Bryan Hancock sits down with Lee Novikoff—founder of Title Petroleum and Title
    Group—to uncover how a chance opportunity in oil and gas transformed his life. From almost becoming
    a securities lawyer to building a 30-year legacy in the shale revolution, Lee shares insider insights on
    drilling strategy, fracking misconceptions, tax benefits, and why U.S. energy independence may be more
    fragile than we think. If you're curious about entrepreneurship, energy markets, or investing in oil, this
    episode is a masterclass.
    Chapters:
    00:00 – Teaser
    01:00 – How Lee Accidentally Entered Oil & Gas
    06:00 – The Risk and Reward of Vertical Wells
    11:00 – The Frac Plug That Changed Everything
    16:00 – Domestic Oil vs. Energy Independence
    21:00 – What Landmen Really Do
    27:00 – The Real Deal with Fracking & Water Tables
    34:00 – From Flowback to Profit: How a Well Makes Money
    41:00 – Tax Breaks & the Snowball Effect for Investors
    45:00 – Green Energy vs. Oil: What's the Future?
    47:00 – The One Thing People Get Wrong About the Oil Industry
    More Related Tags:
    energy investing, oil and gas industry, fracking facts, shale revolution, Eagle Ford shale, landman career,
    oil tax deductions, mineral rights, U.S. energy independence, title group, Lee Novikoff
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    50 分

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