In this episode of What CEOs Talk About, host Martin Hunter discusses the importance of changing your mindset, prioritizing your life, and the vital encouragement of coaching with Tim Dumas. They address common CEO struggles and hurdles and share resources that will assist in answering the question “What is the purpose of your business?” and in learning how setting personal priorities assists in finding it.

Michael Argast, the Co-founder and CEO of Kobalt, joins Martin Hunter in this episode of What CEOs Talk About to discuss his experience building a cybersecurity company from the ground up. Michael explains why CEOs should focus on serving their customers, how to reinforce your company’s values on a daily basis, and the importance of continually developing your professional skills. Stay tuned.

Ute Preusse, the Co-founder and Director of Strategy at Will Creative Inc., joins Martin Hunter on this episode of What CEOs Talk About to discuss what it means to be the leader of your business. Ute shares the people-first philosophy behind her agency, how being courageous helped her build a stronger company culture, and why she doesn’t refer to herself as a CEO. Stay tuned for more.

In this episode of What CEOs Talk About, Martin Hunter is joined by Luke Aulin, the Co-founder and CEO of RTOWN, to talk about why everything works so well - or not in an organization. They discuss the importance of cultivating a company culture based on trust and collaboration, the value of daily gratitude in the workplace, and the strategies Luke uses to maintain his team’s high performance. Stay tuned.

James Struthers, the Founder of Macushlaw and 253 Columbia, joins Martin Hunter in this episode of What CEOs Talk About to answer the question: what is a benefit company? James shares what a socially responsible company looks like, how to take a more active role in giving back to people and the planet, and why he transitioned from the music industry to the legal field. Stay tuned for more.

In this episode of What CEOs Talk About, Martin Hunter is joined by Marc Billard, the Vice President of Contact Strategies & Performance at MetCredit, to discuss accounts receivable and why you should start with the end in mind. Marc explains how he helps companies collect debts from customers, his tips for mitigating risk and ensuring regular payments, and best practices for staying at the top of a customer's priority list. Stay tuned.

Keith Deighton, the Strategic Alliance Director at Kobalt, joins Martin Hunter in this week's episode of What CEOs Talk About to share the best strategies for protecting your crown jewels against cybersecurity attacks. Keith explains how to mitigate security risks at your organization, the different types of hackers and breaches to look out for, and the benefits of investing in risk management services today. Stay tuned.

In this week's episode of What CEOs Talk About, Stephen Daniels, the CEO of LMI Canada - Slight Edge Group, sits down with Martin Hunter to explain why there is no magic pill or shortcut to success. Stephen talks about the challenges he faced while growing his LMI business, the valuable lessons he learned along the way, and the benefits of working both hard and smart at the same time. Stay tuned for more.

Mona Forster, a Strategic Consultant at Foran Mining, joins Martin Hunter in this week's episode of What CEOs Talk About to discuss how to execute on a vision. Mona talks about her career background in the mining industry, what it means to be a female leader in a male-dominated field, and her tried-and-true strategies for successfully executing on your vision. Stay tuned for more!

Sebastien Nault, the Founder and Chief Service Officer of Black Tie Property Services, joins Martin Hunter in this week's episode of What CEOs Talk About to discuss how to incorporate freedom into your business. Sebastien shares his expert strategies for building a lifestyle business, the importance of trusting employees when delegating work, and how he uses the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to run his business. Stay tuned for more!

Grant Bullington, a Franchise Specialist with FranNet, joins Martin Hunter on this week's episode of What CEOs Talk About. Together, they discuss the factors that franchisees and franchisors should consider before entering the franchise industry. Grant also shares the benefits of purchasing or opening a franchise, the character traits of successful franchise CEOs, and some of the best franchise businesses to start in 2021. Stay tuned for more.

Ryan McKenzie, the Co-founder of Tru Earth, joins Martin Hunter in this episode of What CEOs Talk About to discuss the ins and outs of building a company that has impact. Ryan explains how his eco-friendly laundry detergent company was formed, the massive impact it's had on the environment, and why he’s more focused on his company’s mission than its competitors. Stay tuned for more. 

In this episode of What CEOs Talk About, Justin Levine, a Partner at Golbey Law, is interviewed by host Martin Hunter about positive pessimism and the power of negative thinking. Justin and Martin discuss the benefits of taking a pessimistic perspective when doing business, why you should surround yourself with trusted legal counsel, and how to effectively analyze every contract. Stay tuned.

Amanda Mungal, the Founder and CEO of It's Your Time, joins Martin Hunter in this episode of What CEOs Talk About to discuss creating a great workplace for your team. Amanda explains what a great workplace looks like to her, how CEOs can effectively support and empower their teams, and her strategies for living her company's core values. Stay tuned for these insights and many more.

Mark Raffan, the Founder of Negotiations Ninja, joins Martin Hunter in this episode of What CEOs Talk About to discuss the ins and outs of negotiating for startups. Mark shares his strategies for negotiating with different types of companies and people, how to incorporate creativity into the negotiation process, and the importance of discipline when creating a negotiation strategy. Stay tuned.