Have an awesome idea but can't seem to take that first step? Join Afton Ellis (Hair Stylist and Founder of The Trolley Barbershop) and Abbie Anderson as they discuss taking that leap of faith to make your dreams a reality. Afton shares the importance of being comfortable in your own skin and talks about her journey of turning a trolley into a barbershop. 

Interested in a career of creation? Join internationally renowned artist Walter Rane as he and Bon Lee discuss the importance of choosing a career that you love and that benefits the world. Walter shares how he was able to utilize his passion for painting to inspire others and to provide for his family.

Stressed out because you don't know exactly where you want to be in 20 years? Join Bret Harris (COO of MMI Industrial and Steel) and Spencer McWilliams as they discuss the value of adapting to current market needs and remaining flexible in order to capitalize on opportunities. 

Ever feel like you don't have enough experience to craft a robust LinkedIn profile? Join Austin Henline (TEDx speaker, Global Sales Intern at LinkedIn) and Lilli Vehikite as they discuss how college students and young professionals can utilize LinkedIn to boost their networks and career opportunities. Austin speaks to the value of LinkedIn for people in all fields and shares tips for getting the most out of the platform.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/austinhenline/

Too many people are suffering from workplace misery. What's the cure? How do we fix it? Join Tim Burningham (founder and president of The Center for Company Culture) and Rachel Smith as they discuss how companies can cultivate a positive workplace culture to combat workplace misery. Tim shares insights from his book Be An Awesome Boss!: The Four C's Model to Leadership Success on how to be a good leader as well as his experience in starting his own podcast.    Check out Tim's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Awesome-Boss-Leadership-Success/dp/1095886118   Check out Tim's Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-culture-guide/id1441849620    

Interested in protecting the planet? Want to help keep the oceans clean? Ever thought about starting a company? Join Marx Acosta-Rubio (CEO of Neptune Plastics) and Andrea Cabrera as they discuss how Neptune Plastics is combating aquatic pollution with their biodegradable plastic. 

Ever feel like life is happening to you instead of for you? Join Annabelle Sorensen (certified life coach) and Mark Sherman as they discuss maintaining control of your life. Annabelle shares the importance of balancing the negatives and positives in your life as well as the value of growing while pursuing your goals. 

Feeling anxious or uncertain about your future during these trying times? Join Senator Mitt Romney and Hunter Muse as they discuss focusing on success in aspects of life within your control and cherishing your friendships. Senator Romney reflects on his first two years in the Senate, discusses the attributes he's seen in successful individuals, and shares a message of hope for students and young professionals facing a challenging workforce landscape. 

Listen to this weeks podcast as host, Andrea, and guest, Taylor Munlin, talk about forms of courage and diversity. Taylor Munlin offers an interesting perspective on various subjects. She shares her experiences in the modeling industry, what drove her to transfer to BYU from Vanderbilt University, and her involvement in various university groups/projects. Through all these areas a sense of inclusion is discussed.

Did you know "Data Scientist" was named the "Sexiest Job of the 21st Century" by a 2012 Harvard Business Review article? As the author of our most downloaded article for Winter 2020, Porter Bagley—a BYU Senior in the Applied and Computational Math program—shares his experience in the hot field of data science. Join Porter and Andrea Cabrera in their dynamic discussion about data science, followed by Porter's experience with "Working with Lemons"—a popular YouTube Channel with over 3 Million subscribers that brings Disney, Star Wars, and Broadway favorites to life.

This episode of Measuring Success Right features Katherine Wright, a fifth year electrical engineering student at BYU. Katherine talks about her journey of coming to BYU and deciding on what major to pursue. She offers valuable insight into the role grades, hard work, and friendship has played in her college experience. She also shares a unique perspective on success and how we should continue to push and challenge ourselves, and how we can measure success by doing what we are capable of.

Join Mary Lake, All-American Volleyball Player, as she talks about what she learned while playing volleyball at BYU. Mary talks about her future plans, including putting on a volleyball skills camp for girls this summer. Mary gives insight into how she balances different priorities with a busy schedule and how she defines success. Mary also talks about the importance of getting out of your comfort zone. You do not want to miss this episode!

Join Parker Gardner as he talks about his diverse experiences in the Marriott School of Business. He explains the importance of a network and talks about his involvement in different student-run organizations. Parker also talks about what it's like to be an accounting student at BYU and the sacrifices he has had to make. Give this episode a listen to learn about being flexible and how to keep a positive attitude in uncertain times. 

Tune in this week to hear Brayden Walters talk about his diverse achievements and interests; ranging from professional pianist, sitting on the G20 Interfaith Forum as a consultant, and moving to China to work in supply chain. Brayden discusses making the most of every opportunity and being willing to try new things. He highlights the importance of working as a team and celebrating each others successes.

As one of our top interviews from season 5, we want to share this episode with you once again. Do you build your culture by design or by default? Join Davis Smith, Andrea Cabrera, and Parker Wilcox as they discuss the origins of Cotopaxi. Davis shares the importance of designing your company's culture and the importance of overcoming analysis paralysis. 

How would you describe managing a team of more than 20 people during a pandemic, with classes, and while living internationally? Join us this week to hear Sydnee Gonzalez's story about working from Mexico as editor-in-chief of the Daily Universe during the pandemic. She shares her experience and what she's doing to make the best use of this time. 

Join David Ball as he discusses the challenges of managing the interruptions of COVID-19, an early end to his college tennis season, and how he found the idea to create the Instagram page Untold Athletes. David also talks about motivation, distractions, and finding success by staying focused and chasing your passion.

Humans are interesting. While we're all different, we each have something in common - a story. Join Hannah Larson, Ben Byers, and Andrea Cabrera as they discuss the story behind Humans of BYU.

Join Jeff Flake, former United States Senator from Arizona as he discusses how to survive politics, how to balance our lives, and how to do things well. As someone with an overwhelming amount of experience in the political sphere, he offers a refreshing opinion on how humans interact with each other and how we are all trying to do the right things in the best ways that we know how.

Join Caitlin Connolly as she describes her personal journey of pursuing her passion for art. Caitlin is well known for her spiritual art pieces. You will recognize her work! In this episode, Caitlin discusses the choice between making art that will sell and making art that she loves. If you want to pursue your passion, but also want to build a successful business, then this episode is for you.

“Have you ever wondered about how to seize opportunities and take advantage of unique circumstances?" Join Tracy Maylett, CEO of DecisionWise and BYU professor, discuss the unique circumstances surrounding COVID-19 and the opportunities we have. He shares thoughts on what success means to him, how to engage in opportunities, and the sense of community we all feel.

Like supporting companies that take local and environmental responsibility seriously? Join us as John-Erik Jahnsen (founder of The Good Pencil Company and other charitable causes) shares the mission and impact of his company. John-Erik describes how The Good Pencil Company supports local education, sources materials domestically, and offsets its environmental impact. John-Erik also discusses the joy and satisfaction that come from improving other people's lives.  

Ever think you've got too much on your plate? Join Fraser Bullock - Co-founder of Sorenson Capital and COO of the Salt Lake City Olympic Games - as he shares three lessons he's learned since miraculously surviving a heart attack. Fraser also discusses the importance of building your personal brand and seeking happiness. 

Ever shied away from giving someone candid feedback? Join Joseph Grenny and Hunter Muse as they discuss how 200% accountability has contributed to the incredible success and strategy of The Other Side Academy. Joseph shares the benefits of being honest with others and stresses the importance of being honest with yourself about how you're fulfilling your personal stewardship. 

Wondering how to balance who you are in all aspects of your life? Jeff Mask shares a few of the insights he teaches to top-level executive clients about finding harmony in their lives. He discusses the power that comes from honoring your word, personally living what you teach, and not letting fear dominate your decisions. 

Join us as we reflect on the life and work of Professor Clayton Christensen. Hunter Muse shares the impact that Dr. Christensen has had on him and highlights some comments made by past guests about their experience with Clayton. We are grateful for Professor Christensen's amazing example and incredible work. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Don't feel like you fit the "leadership mold"? Join Elder Clark, former dean of the Harvard Business School and president of BYUI, as he shares some of the insights on leadership he's gained from years of spiritual and secular leadership. He shares what it takes to be a good leader and what pitfalls to avoid while in executive positions. 

Interested in becoming a professor? Tech Researcher? Innovator? Join James Gaskin - a well-published information systems professor who has started a number of businesses - as he discusses his decision to go into academics, his attitude towards learning, and his excitement about the future of technology. 

Ever dealt with depression and felt alone or weak? Join Jane Clayson Johnson (award-winning journalist for her work at CBS, ABC, and NPR; best-selling author of I Am a Mother and Silent Souls Weeping; and an incredible mother) as she talks about her encounter with depression and how others with depression shouldn't feel flawed or trapped. 

Interested in solving poverty? Join Efosa Ojomo and Hunter Muse as they discuss The Prosperity Paradox - a book authored by Clayton Christensen, Efosa Ojomo, and Karen Dillon about solving poverty through innovative entrepreneurship.   

Have a dream that seems impossible? Join Aaron Merrell and Andrea Cabrera as they discuss Aaron's path to achieving his dream of being a producer. They talk about the lessons he has learned during his life and career in Hollywood and recent work with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. 

MSR wishes you and your family a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Andrea Cabrera shares a quick spiritual insight and then announces the first episode of 2020.

How many people do you know that can speak five languages? Melissa Bradford, a.k.a. Global Mom, can. Join us this week to hear what else she has learned over the past 20+ years of living internationally helping refugees. 

Interested in innovation? Curious about what makes a product idea great? Join Todd Dunn and Hunter Muse as they discuss the traits of an innovator, the jobs-to-be-done framework, and the power of good questions. 

Dr. Greg Hudnall, the founder of Hope for Utah, joins guest-host Victor Belo to discuss suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention. Special thanks to Victor Belo and his team for overseeing this interview and its production. 

Join Andrea Cabrera and Hunter Muse as they celebrate MSR's first birthday. Hunter and Andrea discuss what MSR has been up to lately as well as some of the things that the team has learned during the past year. They highlight just a few of their favorite clips up to this point. 

Are things not going according to your plans? Tamara K. Anderson, the author of Normal for Me, describes how she has found success and hope by adjusting what she expects. She relates how she achieves happiness despite trials and setbacks. Check out her podcast Stories of Hope in Hard Times at https://tamarakanderson.com

Listen to Sue tell her story of becoming a Christian and helping to lead Faithforce, a worldwide organization that supports employees of tech company Salesforce in expressing and living their faith at work. In this episode, Sue shares stories of how appreciating faith can make the workplace better, how to share and live your faith respectfully at work, and much more. For more information about her story, see leanership.org

Ever feel inadequate when competing with others? Brigitte Madrian, dean of the Marriott School of Business, explains the importance of competing with yourself and becoming the best version of yourself. 

Interested in business or religious leadership? Hunter Muse discusses the traits of a good leader with Dow Wilson, CEO of Varian Medical Systems. Dow describes his path from student to CEO, the importance of choosing a company with good culture, how to become a leader, the value of an MBA, and how to balance being a leader in the business world and in your religion. 

Not sure how to balance your career and personal life? Karen Dillon, a former editor of the Harvard Business Review, shares her insights with Kat Harris.

Join Andrea Cabrera's conversation about progression with Marilyn Rizley—a BYU alumni, marathon runner, and current member to the BYU President's Leadership Council. 

Do you want to be a successful student? Tune in to hear the research of Ching Ching Tong, Cinthya Garibay, Sena Park, and Lauren Sam, the Marriott School's business case winners this year. Victoria Beecroft grills them on what they learned about students' success.

What's your story? How will you tell it? Hear Cari Jenkins tell Kat Harris her secrets to storytelling. Music by Kevin McLeod.

What's the difference between working for a private company versus a public one? Listen to Gary Gibbs tell Kylan Rutherford what it was like working for private companies while they went public. His experience might help you decide what sort of company you'd like to work for. Music by Kevin MacLeod.

Are you a charitable person? Do you wish you were more charitable? Nicki and Tad Hansen are a married couple on a mission. Hear their journey from being in real estate to providing service for others. Also featured: the gurgles of their baby Lucy! 

With over 6,000 LinkedIn connections, Jenniffer Maroney, the Alumni Director for Brigham Young University School of Accountancy, believes that success comes when people help each other —  tune in with Kat Harris and Andrea Cabrera to the advice she shares that could help you land your next job or internship.

Do you have a hobby you'd like to pursue? Take advice from a man who took the patent bar and passed without ever studying law, Dr. Dan Allen. This interview was conducted by Jenny Goldsberry, and the music is by Kevin MacLeod.