Thinking Big with Jeffrey Hayzlett - Diving into everything from AI to Annihilation

Overview:

🎙️ In this episode of Channel Chatter, we’ve got the one and only Jeffrey Hayzlett in the house! If you don't know Jeffrey, he’s a business celebrity, bestselling author, TV & podcast host, and the CEO of C-Suite Network. 💼📚 Kevin Sabourin sits down with Jeffrey to talk about the power of leadership, the importance of company culture, and why having strong values in business can make or break you. From Kodak stories to modern AI innovations, this episode is packed with insights that will inspire any channel pro. 💡

🦸‍♂️ Jeffrey shares how his book "The Hero Factor" explores what it takes to be a great leader in today’s world and why combining people and profit creates a winning culture. Kevin and Jeffrey also dive into the ethics of AI, how companies can adopt new technologies without losing the human touch, and why content creation is your secret weapon to stand out in today’s crowded market. 🎯 Whether you're a sales rockstar or a marketing mastermind, there's something here for YOU.

✨ Key takeaways? Jeffrey’s no-nonsense advice about adapting to crisis, leading with purpose, and never waiting for permission to innovate. 🚀 You’ll also get some behind-the-scenes stories from Jeffrey’s time at Kodak and his experience as a judge on Celebrity Apprentice. This is the kind of episode that will leave you feeling fired up to take your game to the next level. Don’t miss out! 🔥💬

Key Takeaways:

• Leadership & Values: Jeffrey emphasizes the importance of leadership based on strong, transparent values and creating a culture of heroes in business.
• AI & Media Strategy: How AI is changing the game in channel sales and marketing—and why content creation is essential to staying ahead.
• Adapting to Crisis: Don’t fear change; use it as an opportunity to innovate and thrive, just like iconic companies born during recessions.
• Behind the Scenes: Fun stories from Jeffrey’s experience at Kodak and Celebrity Apprentice, plus some laughs about his pheasant farming venture!

Timestamps:

00:10 - Kevin welcomes Jeffrey Hayzlett to the show 🎉 01:41 - Jeffrey’s leadership at SMEI & being part of the Hall of Fame 🏆 04:17 - The Hero Factor: How to build a company of heroes 💪 06:45 - Why values in business matter—Starbucks and Chick-fil-A examples ☕🍗 13:00 - AI in sales and marketing: The impact and opportunities 🤖 15:46 - Why every company is a media company today 📺🎙️ 22:30 - Jeffrey’s time on Celebrity Apprentice & debating Gene Simmons 🎸 32:26 - Kodak’s reinvention story and navigating the future of tech 📸 40:22 - Advice for channel pros: Adapt, change, or die 🔄 44:28 - Why South Dakota is the best place to run a business 🌾

Find Jeffrey's work here at the C-Suite Network: https://hayzlett.com/c-suite-network/

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Chapters

• 0:10 Kevin welcomes Jeffrey Hayzlett to the show
• 1:41 Jeffrey’s leadership at SMEI & being part of the Hall of Fame
• 4:17 The Hero Factor: How to build a company of heroes
• 6:45 Why values in business matter—Starbucks and Chick-fil-A examples
• 13:00 AI in sales and marketing: The impact and opportunities
• 15:46 Why every company is a media company today
• 22:30 Jeffrey’s time on Celebrity Apprentice & debating Gene Simmons
• 32:26 Kodak’s reinvention story and navigating the future of tech
• 40:22 Advice for channel pros: Adapt, change, or die
• 44:28 Why South Dakota is the best place to run a business