The Chris Voss Show

The Detective’s Quota by David Cuomo, Elizabeth Pulido

https://www.amazon.com/-/he/David-Cuomo/dp/1664157980

For many years, the Chicago south side neighborhood was virtually free of crime. Every once in awhile someone would commit a burglary, or a theft, and the police charged with keeping the neighborhood free of crime almost always captured the offender. However, in the year of 2010, three Bridgeport women were found raped and murdered in an alley adjacent to White Sox Park. As such crimes were rare in the area, the entire police department, fearing for the safety of women, went on a massive manhunt for the killer. That manhunt took a strange unexpected turn, as the evidence the department gathered indicated that one of its own members, namely John McBride, may have murdered the woman. This novels traces the investigation which led to John McBride’s arrest and his trial.

Stephie Prestridge on The Dark Side of Life Insurance: How to Fight Back Against Denials

Lifeclaim.com

About the Guest(s):

Stephie Prestridge is an accomplished attorney and the founder of LifeClaim, a law practice that focuses exclusively on life insurance disputes. With a background in estate planning, Stephie Prestridge transitioned to life insurance after witnessing families struggle with the complexities of policy language and beneficiary designations. Her firm represents beneficiaries in cases involving delayed, denied, and disputed life insurance claims, and she is passionate about helping families secure the benefits they are entitled to receive.

Episode Summary:

Join host Chris Voss as he delves into the complex world of life insurance claims with Stephie Prestridge, a specialized attorney in life insurance disputes. As the founder of LifeClaim, Stephie Prestridge brings her legal expertise to the discussion, highlighting the often unseen challenges families face when dealing with life insurance claims. Through engaging anecdotes and insightful legal strategies, this episode sheds light on how beneficiaries can navigate the murky waters of insurance claims to ensure justice.

In this enlightening episode, Steffy shares her knowledge on why life insurance isn’t as simple as it seems and discusses the “fine print” that often leads to denied claims. With terms like “contestability period” and the implications of improper beneficiary designations, she emphasizes the importance of understanding policy contracts. Chris and Stephie Prestridge explore the legal tools available to beneficiaries, the pervasive issue of insurance companies attempting to avoid payouts, and the emotional toll these disputes take on families.

Key Takeaways:

Life insurance claims don’t automatically pay out after death; they must survive a claims review process.

The “contestability period” allows insurance companies to review and potentially deny claims within the first two years of a policy.

Consultations with law firms like LifeClaim can provide crucial support and guidance when dealing with life insurance disputes.

Miscommunication and incorrect beneficiary designations often lead to claims disputes, highlighting the need for regular policy reviews.

Life insurance policies often fund lawsuits due to complex family dynamics and unresolved issues after someone’s passing.

Notable Quotes:

“Life insurance does not pay out because someone passed away; it pays out because it survived a claims review.”

“If they said no, let’s go. ‘No’ is just leverage, not the end of the road.”

“Death and money change people, and unresolved relationships can ignite after someone dies.”

“If someone has a claim that’s being delayed for whatever reason, that’s a great time to ask for help.”

“Know that you have this information available to you.”

The Winding Path: A Poetic Journey by Betsy H Lambert

Thewindingpath.world

https://www.amazon.com/Winding-Path-Poetic-Journey/dp/B0F5NGC7DK

Inspirational poetry exploring the joys and challenges of aging and awakening

Tapping into the Power Within: Your Journey to Empowered Success by Conrad D. Toner

Conradtonerauthor.com

https://www.amazon.com/Tapping-into-Power-Within-Empowered/dp/1779620608

Personal Development/Spirituality

Do you want more happiness, joy, fulfillment, love, and purpose in your life? You can have them if you learn to change your thoughts. In Tapping Into the Power Within, Conrad Toner will show you how to:

• Discover your unique magic

• Allow love to dominate every area of your life

• Become the CEO of your life

• Listen to God’s voice

• Overcome fear to move forward

Don’t let your life be stagnant any longer. Conrad can help you move from third to fifth dimension living, a journey from being a follower to someone who takes action and can see the bigger picture of what the Universe has available for all of us.

By following the wisdom in these pages, you will begin to improve your life immediately and drastically. You will understand the power of your thoughts, be in alignment with what you want, and be able to embrace and send out love. A better life awaits you, one that when you lay down for your final rest will allow you to know it was well-lived.

About the author

Conrad Toner has a burning desire to help people find balance in their lives. He’s dedicated to helping his clients break through the limiting beliefs that keep them from living a life filled with love, peace and joy.

Conrad’s clients and workshop participants experience “aha!” moments and use words like passionate, motivating and insightful when describing their time with him.

Conrad is a firm believer that success is a conscious choice. His life experience, education and training set him apart as a life coach, and it shows when he delivers his workshops, group coaching and personal one-on-one coaching.

His clients come from all walks of life, but the common trait they share is a desire to have a life coach who is authentic, a listener and has the training and experience to help them move forward in the fastest way possible.

Conrad is certified by the esteened coaching Organization “Six Advisors Academy” and is trained to use the Hartman Value Profile Life Coaching Assessment. He is a certified “Law Of Attraction” trainer and facilator trained by Michael Lousier (Author of “Law of Attraction” and a number of other books).

Conrad holds level 3 in Rekie (a Japanese technick for stress reduction that also promotes healing) and has a level 3 in Qigone, a traditional healing method that treduces stress.

He is a graduated of the University of New Brunswick with a degree in Interdisciplinary Leadership Philosophy and one of the co authors of “Unlock The Power Of You”

Max Martina on Mastering Adaptive Leadership for Complex Challenges in Modern Business

Cambridge-leadership.com

About the Guest(s):

Max Martina is an accomplished leader in the field of change leadership, currently serving as the President of Cambridge Leadership Associates, a prominent consultancy founded at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. With a robust background spanning over two decades in corporate management and startups, Max is also a partner at the executive advisory firm Nofsinger Group. His extensive consultancy expertise encompasses working with C-suite and board-level executives across both public and private sectors, with clients including major companies such as PepsiCo, IHG, Microsoft, Pfizer, Amgen, and Intel, along with organizations like the United Nations. Max has been featured in media outlets including CNN, NPR, and MSNBC and brings a wealth of knowledge to the realm of leadership consulting.

Episode Summary:

In this engaging episode of the Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss welcomes Max Martina, a distinguished leader in change leadership, to explore the current dynamics and the pressing need for adaptive leadership in today’s fast-evolving world. The conversation delves into the intricacies of adaptive leadership, contrasting traditional models and emphasizing the necessity for a flexible, behavior-focused approach to tackle complex issues within organizations. Listeners get an in-depth look at how leadership is evolving with the rapid rise of AI, economical upheavals, and global challenges.

Throughout the discussion, Voss and Martina highlight the notion that leadership is not synonymous with authority and that true leaders are those who practice and exhibit flexible behaviors suited to ever-changing environments. They explore the limitations of traditional leadership dogmas, such as trait theory, and the advantages of adaptive leadership, grounded in behavior and self-awareness. Martina shares insights into how executives can foster an environment that thrives amidst uncertainty, focusing on critical areas such as diagnostics, experimentation, and the shift from individual contributors to team-based leadership. This episode is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding modern leadership dynamics and how to apply these principles effectively.

Key Takeaways:

Adaptive leadership diverges from traditional theories, focusing on flexibility and behaviors over positions of authority.

The need for self-awareness and behavior change is critical for effective leadership, particularly amid today’s rapid technological advancements.

Adaptive leadership emphasizes diagnostics and experimentation in solving complex, adaptive problems that cannot be addressed by technical solutions alone.

Building organizational capacity involves shifting from a focus on individual execution to fostering a conducive environment that supports collective learning and problem-solving.

With AI driving unprecedented changes, the necessity for adaptive leadership has become more pronounced to keep up with the escalating rate of transformation.

Notable Quotes:

“Leadership isn’t about having authority; it’s about practicing certain behaviors regardless of your role or title.”

“We’re outpacing humanity’s ability to respond systemically to the complexity that exists, and the antidote is leadership.”

“Change isn’t hard, but adapting to the losses that change brings is what challenges us the most.”

“Successful leadership requires diagnostics – understanding the source of the problem and the stakeholders involved.”

“Organizations today need leaders who can not only solve problems but are curious enough to experiment and find new solutions.”