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Conversations that cut the fluff and get real about leading without firefighting.

Jim has been featured on podcasts and panels sharing no-nonsense strategies to reduce firefighting, build true ownership, and lead strategically. Browse the interviews below to hear practical insights, honest stories, and leadership frameworks you can use right away.

The Daily Grind 227 episodes The Daily Grind is a weekly goal-driven podcast hosted by Midwest native Kelly Johnson, motivating YOU on your ‘daily grind.' Every episode she sits down with a startup founder, business owner, sports professional, industry expert, or social media influencer giving you everyday tips and key takeaways to reaching your goals. Make every day count and as always, keep up the grind!

The Daily Grind

Podcast
August 29, 2023•1 min read

“Self-awareness and self-development, use those two things and you will grow in any field and in any job” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Jim Saliba @jimsaliba1. Jim Saliba is a certified coach and  trainer of Saliba Consulting. He is also a  public speaker with a BA, MBA, and over thirty years of experience in the leadership world.

S5 Episode 18: 08/29/2023

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nzuLqdh3NW0WgOKv5OAS4?si=FNhoNL0pSRGNbTPW-kNIBA

Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Jim Saliba

Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian

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Jim Saliba

James is a 30+ year veteran in the Software and Technology industry. He shares with you his years of experience and winning ways to become a successful leader, while becoming 'unstuck' from the overwhelming challenges that hold us back from complete success.

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