The Monica Sanford Show

Staying curious about why people do what they do! Hearing their stories is such a great way to connect, learn and hear their perspectives of the world!Variety of guest and conversations. I talk to everyone about everything.I have talked to business leaders, entrepreneurs, CEOs- a favorite-President of Waffle House, Veterans, base commanders, University Faculty, healthcare leaders, politicians, non-profit organizations, law enforcement, pastors, chefs, MMA fighters and more. It's just fun to hear about what makes people tick! I am Monica Sanford, a Doctor of Nursing Practice ACNP and my co-host is my husband, retired Marine, prior enlisted, LtCol David Sanford.

The Monica Sanford Show is a business podcast hosted by Monica Sanford, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Monica Sanford hosts The Monica Sanford Show, a business show with 100 episodes published.

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  Josh Davis: Outlaw Country Music Artist of the Year, Honor & Harmony Award winner, Marine & Army combat Vet.

  Sep 24, 202654 min

  Today on the show, we welcomed Josh Davis , a singer-songwriter, Marine Corps and Army combat veteran, infantry officer. Josh shared his experience about appearing at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville for an award and discussed the recognition he has received for his music, including nominations for Best Vocals, Songwriting, and Social Impact. He was honored with the Josie Music Award for Outlaw Country Artist of the Year and received the inaugural Honor & Harmony Award , recognizing a veteran artist who is making a meaningful difference in the community. Beyond music, Josh is deeply committed to supporting veterans through organizations such as Veterans Memorial Park in Pensacola, Florida , and Healing Tools for Warriors . He is also an author and the founder of Operation Shield , a national anti-bullying program. We had a great conversation about his family, military service, music career, and the impact he continues to make in the lives of others.

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  Doug Crandall: Permission to Speak Freely! West Point grad with recognizing greatness and building strong leaders can start with a small conversation.

  Sep 8, 202649 min

  Doug Crandall is an Army Major, West Point graduate, author and co-author of multiple books, a sought-after keynote speaker, and a leadership instructor who has developed leadership courses for organizations including Stanford Graduate School of Business and Harvard Business School. Doug brings decades of military leadership experience to his work, along with extensive experience in the C-suite of one of the largest corporations in the world, where he was responsible for leading and developing leadership programs. Today, we're going to talk about his new book, Building or Diminishing , where Doug shares what he describes as a kind of algorithm for building great leaders. What I really like about this concept is that it starts with things that seem deceptively simple: our everyday interactions, our conversations, the way we communicate, and, ultimately, the way we show up with the people around us. Because sometimes, it's not one huge leadership moment that changes everything. It's a whole lot of small conversations and interactions that, over time, add up to something much bigger—a change in leadership, a change in performance, and ultimately, a greater impact. buildingordiminishing.com

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  Jan Ackley: His inspirational story of going from searching for loose change to meaningful change! Poverty to CEO in the Banking industry!

  Aug 31, 20261h 19m

  This episode is a truly inspiring story of resilience, perseverance, transformation, and the power of making pivotal choices. Dr. Monica Sanford, DNP and retired Marine Lt Col David Sanford are joined by Air Force and Ohio Air National Guard veteran Jan Ackley . Jan's story begins in the hills of Appalachia, where he was raised by a single mother and grew up knowing what it meant to live with very little. Money was scarce, opportunities were limited, and there were moments when finding loose change in a car could make a difference. Through military service, mentorship, perseverance, and a willingness to make difficult life choices, Jan went from those humble beginnings to nearly 40 years as a commercial banking executive—and ultimately to his current role as CEO of one of Utah's largest banks. In his new book, Searching for Change , Jan shares the journey behind that transformation: from literally searching for loose change to searching for meaningful change in his life and, ultimately, helping create change for others. Today, we'll talk about growing up in Appalachia, the culture shock of entering military service, imposter syndrome, the mentors who helped shape his path, and what the military and business world taught him about people, leadership, and financial fundamentals. Most importantly, we'll talk about the choices that can change the trajectory of a life. Because Jan's story reminds us of something we all need to hear: Your start does not determine where you finish. So put down what you're doing, lean in, and listen to this incredible story of Searching for Change with Jan Ackley.

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  Jan Ackley: His inspirational story of going from searching for loose change to meaningful change! Poverty to CEO in the Banking industry!

  Aug 31, 20261h 19m

  This episode is a truly inspiring story of resilience, perseverance, transformation, and the power of making pivotal choices. Dr. Monica Sanford, DNP and retired Marine Lt Col David Sanford are joined by Air Force and Ohio Air National Guard veteran Jan Ackley . Jan's story begins in the hills of Appalachia, where he was raised by a single mother and grew up knowing what it meant to live with very little. Money was scarce, opportunities were limited, and there were moments when finding loose change in a car could make a difference. Through military service, mentorship, perseverance, and a willingness to make difficult life choices, Jan went from those humble beginnings to nearly 40 years as a commercial banking executive—and ultimately to his current role as CEO of one of Utah's largest banks. In his new book, Searching for Change , Jan shares the journey behind that transformation: from literally searching for loose change to searching for meaningful change in his life and, ultimately, helping create change for others. Today, we'll talk about growing up in Appalachia, the culture shock of entering military service, imposter syndrome, the mentors who helped shape his path, and what the military and business world taught him about people, leadership, and financial fundamentals. Most importantly, we'll talk about the choices that can change the trajectory of a life. Because Jan's story reminds us of something we all need to hear: Your start does not determine where you finish. So put down what you're doing, lean in, and listen to this incredible story of Searching for Change with Jan Ackley.

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  Travis Ramsey: What Was Meant to Fall! Navy Veteran, author, with his first romantic thriller and the challenges of being a storyteller.

  Aug 18, 202645 min

  Navy Veteran and Combat Systems Port Engineer for the USS Carl Vinson , Mr. Travis Ramsey joins us to talk about his debut romantic thriller, What Was Meant to Fall . Set against a backdrop of romance, danger, survival, and unexpected twists, the story takes readers from a plane crash to a deserted island, where trust becomes just as important as survival. Ramsey draws inspiration from his own experiences while stationed on the romantic island of Sicily, bringing aunique perspective to his storytelling. In this inspiring conversation, Ramsey opens up about growing up with dyslexia, the challenges of becoming a writer, the humbling process of editing, and what it truly takes to become a storyteller. Now working on his third book,he shares how he turned lifelong challenges into a passion for writing—and discovered his voice as an author. Tune in for an engaging conversation about courage, resilience, romance, and the journey from overcoming obstacles to becoming a published storyteller. www.travisdramsey.com www.TheRealMonicaSanford.com

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