Driven By
You'll hear from those who have boldly blazed their own trail. We discuss what drives them, the risks they have taken, what they have learned, what’s most important to them, the ups and downs along the way and I hope this helps you find what drives you.
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Sharing experiences, insights, and the drivers behind why my guests have built what they have built and how this applies to what drives you.
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In my top five favorite podcasts!
“I really look forward every week to see what conversations Sam is going to bring on the show. I love how he has guests from all walks of life and fields. But all have the same thing they are driven.”
Lessons for a Lifetime
What great format for sharing these conversations! I could have listened to your conversations with Mike Bruns for several more hours. An amazing life influencer and just the nicest person you will ever meet! A must listen whether trying to be better in corporate business, non-profits or just life. Love the way Sam asks questions, reflects and circles back on key content and is so respectful during the interview.
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52. Why Stop When You're Having Fun? with Hilliard Crews
My Guest today is Hilliard Crews. Hilliard is an entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist.
51. Serve By Principle, Not By Politics with Scott Sauls
My Guest today is Scott Sauls from Nashville, TN. Scott is the Senior Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville. Prior to moving to Nashville, Scott served on staff under Tim Keller in New York City at Redeemer Church.
50. Stubbornness, Persistence, and The Dignity Of All Mankind with Steve Nash
My guest today is Steve Nash. Steve is the founder of Advance Memphis. Advance Memphis was founded over 20 years ago when Steve had it on his heart to help men and women find financial stability through work.
49. The Ultimate Partnership - The Pet Lover and The Retail Specialist with Jean McGhee [RE AIR]
Hey Everybody, I’m doing a re-release this week. I am going to air one of the episodes I have heard the most feedback from since this one was released on the last day of 2020.
48. What's Your Core? With James Maclin
My guest today is James Maclin. James is out of Memphis, TN, where he is the founder of M&M Enterprise, a multi-family real estate company. Before founding M&M Enterprise, James spent 20+ years working for the extremely successful Mid America Apartment Communities. Mid America was founded by Memphian George Cates and is an incredible success story.
About
Even in the midst of challenges and difficulty, there is good and value created in the world we live in. I believe that every person is wired to create value in our society and culture. In Conversations That Create Change, I interview people who have experiences and insights to share that are applicable to everyday life as we know it.
My hope is that by the end of each episode, you will be entertained and take away something that you will be able to apply to your own life.
Sam Coates
Sam Coates is an entrepreneur based in Memphis, TN.