IN THIS EPISODE:

When I came up for the title for the “Insight at Work” podcast I had two ideas in mind:

1) That we would be able to explore various insights about work and the ways in which people approach problems and challenges in the workplace.
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2) To also examine how insight might be at work within us. To explore how we approach living and working and the personal decisions that we make throughout this journey we call Life.

Today's episode is in that second category.

My guest Tom McManimon had a life that was on a particular trajectory. And then the series of events from 9/11 to losing his job, and a life threatening medical emergency, led him to reassess his life, his priorities and the direction of his career.

Tom talks frankly and straightforwardly about his experiences and sometimes in stark detail. That might bother some but I think it gives a visceral realness and impact to his story.

It's a very candid conversation about true work-life balance: about what's important in life, how to maintain perspective and one's belief in oneself. And the important need for the time and space to be able to make the decisions that are right for us. It demonstrates that for all our planning and all our intentions, sometimes life pushes us onto a new path.

Tom has had an incredible journey. And is incredibly gracious in sharing it with us. I think you're going to get a lot out of this conversation, perhaps you'll even stop for a moment and think about your life's journey with some new insight.

ABOUT OUR GUEST:

Tom is an award-winning art director/creative director, writer, positioning strategist, musician, and veteran creative director. Tom has led award-winning statewide and national campaigns, created re-branding efforts for large multi-national companies, and led countless company start-ups to ongoing success. His work has been recognized with CLIO, ANDY,TELLY, PRINT Magazine, and various Advertising and Design show awards.

Tom is a nationally recognized branding expert whose background reflects extensive experience in strategic brand identity, project management and creative development across b-to-b and consumer marketing landscapes. He brings experience and skill across all media including Logo & Identity, Print and Broadcast Advertising, Display, Collateral Design, Direct Mail and Web, Digital & Interactive Development.

Tom has managed creative campaign development, talent, photo shoots, web, TV film & video productions of all size and scope —supporting the marketing and branding needs of Philadelphia Insurance Companies, Prudential Mortgage Capital Company, Brown & Brown, The US Department of Agriculture, Talksoft, Inc., American Reinsurance, Westinghouse, Cushman & Wakefield, StewartXerox, and many other B2B and Professional services companies in Education, Financial Services, Science &Technology, Law Firms, Healthcare, and more.

Tom's current gig splits time between running STIMULUSBRAND COMMUNICATIONS, the branding and advertising firm he founded in 2002 and speaking appearances. "My agency reflects my passion. It's in my DNA. My speaking is about changing the way people think, feel and act in ways that can change their lives."

Tom McManimon (TMac) is a published author and professional speaker delivering keynotes and professional presentations to companies and business organizations. Recent talks were titled: "The Position Player" and "To rebrand or not to rebrand. How to know." He recently published two books: one on personal branding (The Stuff That Sticks) and Brand Positioning, (The Position Player), both available on Amazon.com. Tom's also delivers motivational talks entitled: Winning Through Crisis, Addiction: Going To The Well, and On Purpose.

SHOW NOTES:

To connect with Tom visit him on the web: www.StimulusBrand.com and www.TMacSpeaks.com

INSIGHT AT WORK PODCAST THEME MUSIC:

Our theme music is composed by Chris Lucca, Jr.. You can listen to more of Chris’ work at http://chrisluccamusic.com You can also connect with him on Twitter: @Flipluka and on Instagram: @_flipluka.music_

ABOUT THE HOST:

Ken Blackwell is a speaker, trainer, facilitator and executive coach. His signature practice is "rescuing Accidental Leaders and Dysfunctional Teams". His firm InKlaritas, based in Princeton, NJ, works with teams and leaders in companies in the U.S. around the world. You can find out more about InKlaritas at: www.InKlaritas.com and connect with Ken on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethjblackwell/.