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The Way of The Wolf

The Way of The Wolf

By: Sean Barnes
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 Leadership, Business, and Becoming the Best Version of Ourselves.Copyright 2021 All rights reserved. Economics Management Management & Leadership
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  • 251: How To Interview

    251: How To Interview
    Oct 14 2025

    Sean Barnes breaks down what it really takes to stand out in a job interview, from doing your homework and asking the right questions to using storytelling to build confidence and connection. He shares practical strategies to help you prepare, practice, and show initiative so you can walk in ready to make a lasting impression and land the role you want.

    Podcast Show Notes – Episode 251 | 10.13.2025

    Episode Title: How to Nail the Interview

    Key Moments

    0:00 - Introduction to the episode

    0:29 - Preparing for job interviews: Research, connections, and questions

    3:43 - Interview techniques: Storytelling and confidence

    4:04 - Effective interview practice and planning

    5:51 - Demonstrating initiative and the importance of preparation

    Key Takeaways

    1. Researching the company thoroughly before an interview positions you to ask meaningful questions and demonstrate genuine interest.
    2. Sharing detailed stories about your past work experiences, including challenges, helps you connect with interviewers on a deeper level.
    3. Practicing through mock interviews can significantly boost your confidence and reduce nervousness during the actual interview.

    Host: Sean Barnes

    Website: https://www.wolfexecutives.com

    https://www.seanbarnes.com

    LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/wolfexecutives

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/

    LinkedIn Newsletter:

    https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7284600567593684993/

    The Wolf Leadership Series: https://wolfexecutives.com/wolf-leadership-series/

    YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com

    Twitter: https://x.com/the_seanbarnes

    https://x.com/wolfexecutives

    Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes

    https://www.instagram.com/wolfexecutives

    https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes

    Email: Sean@thewayofthewolf.com

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
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    7 mins
  • 251: Richard Dvorak and Sean Barnes

    251: Richard Dvorak and Sean Barnes
    Oct 7 2025

    Sean Barnes sits down with wealth advisor Richard Dvorak to unpack the journey from entrepreneurship to building lasting wealth. They dive into business valuation, exit planning, seller’s remorse, noncompete clauses, and what comes after the sale. Richard also shares how to align goals with financial targets, why top talent deserves premium pay, and the role of structural capital in driving value.

    Podcast Show Notes – Episode 251 | 10.14.2025

    Episode Title: Richard Dvorak & Sean Barnes

    Guest: Richard Dvorak

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/discoverypointwealthadvisors/

    Website: https://www.ameripriseadvisors.com/team/discovery-point-wealth-advisors/

    Host: Sean Barnes

    Website: https://www.wolfexecutives.com

    https://www.seanbarnes.com

    LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/wolfexecutives

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/

    LinkedIn Newsletter:

    https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7284600567593684993/

    The Wolf Leadership Series: https://wolfexecutives.com/wolf-leadership-series/

    YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com

    Twitter: https://x.com/the_seanbarnes

    https://x.com/wolfexecutives

    Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes

    https://www.instagram.com/wolfexecutives

    https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes

    Email: Sean@thewayofthewolf.com

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
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    55 mins
  • 249: Nader Safinya & Sean Barnes

    249: Nader Safinya & Sean Barnes
    Sep 30 2025
    What does it take to build a brand people actually believe in? Sean Barnes and Nader Safinya explore culture branding, executive coaching, and the future of leadership in a post-COVID world. Podcast Show Notes – Episode 249 | 09.30.2025 Episode Title: Nader Safinya & Sean Barnes Key Moments 0:00 - Introduction to Nader Safinya and Black Ribbit 1:05 - Welcome to The Way of the Wolf 1:33 - Culture branding and its challenges 2:42 - The impact of COVID-19 on workplace dynamics 5:10 - Employee vs. customer experience disconnect 6:02 - Importance of strategic questioning in business 7:22 - Company culture and job seeking 10:18 - Executive career transition coaching 13:20 - Implementing culture branding solutions 17:36 - Job descriptions tailored to lifestyle choices 21:51 - Quantifying culture: surveys and financial metrics 24:08 - Measuring workforce engagement qualitatively and quantitatively 25:52 - Rise of coaching and consulting post-pandemic 28:45 - Differentiation in coaching and consulting 29:03 - AI's role in human harmony 33:09 - Wealth redistribution and educational initiatives 35:42 - Networking events' impact on business 37:03 - Addressing toxic workplaces 38:02 - Communication's role in culture branding 41:24 - Balancing passion with practicality in leadership 44:33 - Black Ribbit's origins and leadership development 49:19 - The importance of early branding 51:17 - Vision for Black Ribbit's future growth 53:18 - Collaborative leadership and industry improvement 54:14 - Final thoughts on leadership and growth 55:22 - Closing remarks and thanks Key Takeaways Culture branding bridges the gap between what a company says and what it does, aligning employee and customer experiences seamlessly.Effective communication and human-centered design in the workplace can transform company culture and positively impact employees' lives, creating a ripple effect beyond the office.Redistributing wealth and leveraging AI requires careful consideration of human skills and education to ensure a balanced and harmonious future. Guest: Nader Safinya LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadersafinya/ Website: http://blackribbit.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frog-talk/id1738770860 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Yugp87LUkJiRLDeZTtiSO Host: Sean Barnes Website: https://www.wolfexecutives.com https://www.seanbarnes.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/wolfexecutives https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/ LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7284600567593684993/ The Wolf Leadership Series: https://wolfexecutives.com/wolf-leadership-series/ YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com Twitter: https://x.com/the_seanbarnes https://x.com/wolfexecutives Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes https://www.instagram.com/wolfexecutives https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes Email: Sean@thewayofthewolf.com Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
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    56 mins
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