The Balancing Act with Andrew Temte, PhD, CFA

How have modern corporate finance practices and principles changed the world of business? How do we improve the financial acumen of non-financial managers and business stakeholders? What's the most common misperception about the role the finance function plays in business?

To help answer these questions, we have Don Chew joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Don is a world-recognized expert on corporate finance and author of The Making of Modern Corporate Finance: A History of the Ideas and How They Help Build the Wealth of Nations. He is the founding editor and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Applied Corporate Finance (JACF), a publication he started in 1988.

Tune into episode 182 to hear Don's story, his career "rocket-booster" moment, and his perspectives on building financial acumen and the role corporate finance plays in the world of business.

Learn more about The Making of Modern Corporate Finance with this insightful review from CFA Institute at: https://blogs.cfainstitute.org/investor/2025/01/31/book-review-the-making-of-modern-corporate-finance/ 
Learn more about Andrew Temte at: www.andrewtemte.com.

What was it like to be a whistleblower and help expose what was happening at Theranos? How can a conflict-avoider find their voice? How can you navigate the balancing act between saying too much (the complainer) and saying too little (the pushover) at work?

To help answer these questions, we have Tyler Shultz joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Tyler is a keynote speaker, venture partner at Verge HealthTech Fund, an Advisory Board Member at The Signals Network, former CEO/founder of Flux Biosciences, and was a research engineer and whistleblower at Theranos.

Tune into episode 181 to hear Tyler's story, his career "rocket-booster" moment, and his perspectives on cultivating courage, challenging conversations, and his experience as a Theranos whistleblower.

Learn more about Tyler Shultz at: https://www.tyler-shultz.com/ 
Learn more about Andrew Temte at: www.andrewtemte.com 

What does the concept of self love have to do with being a great real estate broker? What's the most common mistake that new real estate brokers make? Why is self love so important to career success as a leader?

To help answer these questions, we have Kim Rogne joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Kim is a keynote speaker, business coach, licensed real estate broker, and best-selling author of two books. Her latest work is For the Love of Self: Reshape Your Perception - Reach Your Potential.

Tune into episode 180 to hear Kim's story, her career "rocket-booster" moment, and her perspectives on what makes for a great real estate broker and the importance of self love to career success.

Learn more about Kim Rogne at: https://stan.store/KimRogne 
Learn more about Andrew Temte at: www.andrewtemte.com 

Boys and men are falling behind based on a number of metrics - academic achievement, labor force participation, university attendance, and mental health. How can men's communities like METAL MEN help reverse the trend of "male malaise?" How do we create a "both/and" world where everyone is supported and has an opportunity to thrive? Why is creating a sense of brotherhood and belonging in men so important to our collective future?

To help answer these questions, we have Will Henshall joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Will is the CEO of METAL MEN, CEO of Focus At Will Labs, and was the founder and primary songwriter for the UK’s hit soul/pop act LONDONBEAT.

Tune into episode 179 to hear Will's story, his career "rocket-booster" moment, and his perspectives on providing boys and men the opportunity to learn, grow, and excel in our communities. Oh, and you'll also hear just a bit on Will's experience with LONDONBEAT!

Learn more about Will Henshall and METAL MEN at: https://metal.men/ 
Learn about Focus@Will at: https://www.focusatwill.com/ 
Learn more about Andrew Temte at: www.andrewtemte.com 

Why is engaging in constructive conflict so difficult? Why do we avoid saying the things that need to be said? How can we build the skill of courage so we can have more meaningful conversations?

To help answer these questions, we have Justin Jones-Fosu joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Justin is the CEO of Work. Meaningful., is a sought-after keynote/business speaker, and is the author of several books: The Inclusive Mindset, Your Why Matters Now, and his latest work is I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World.

Tune into episode 178 to hear Justin's story, his career "rocket-booster" moment, and his perspectives on courage, constructive conflict, and organizational transparency.

Learn more about Justin Jones-Fosu at: https://workmeaningful.com/ 

Learn more about Andrew Temte at: www.andrewtemte.com 

What does it mean to be a futurist? What is the skill of futures literacy and why does it matter in business? How can we improve the skill of decision-making in working adults?

To help answer these questions, we have Donna Dupont joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Donna is the founder and chief strategist at Purple Compass. She is an award-winning designer and futurist with experience in the fields of healthcare, public safety, defense, and security.

Tune into episode 177 to hear Donna's story, her career "rocket-booster" moment, and her perspectives on change management, organizational decision-making, and strategic foresight.

Learn more about Donna Dupont and Purple Compass at: https://www.purplecompass.ca/ 

Learn more about Andrew Temte at: www.andrewtemte.com 

Is earning a college degree the only path to a rewarding career? How can we build more pathways into the world of work? Are more diverse apprenticeship models the answer?

To help answer these questions, we have Ryan Craig joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Ryan is a managing director at Achieve Partners–an education-focused private equity firm based in NYC. Ryan is also the author of Apprentice Nation: How the “Earn and Learn” Alternative to Higher Education Will Create a Stronger and Fairer America; A New U: Faster + Cheaper Alternatives to College; and College Disrupted. 

Tune into episode 176 to hear Ryan's story, his career "rocket-booster" moment, and his perspectives on the value of a college degree, apprenticeship models, and alternative pathways into rewarding careers.

Learn more about Ryan Craig at: https://www.achievepartners.com/index.html 

Learn more about Andrew Temte at: www.andrewtemte.com 

What are the obstacles to building financial literacy in our communities? How do we grow financial literacy skills in our youth? How can families make progress toward improving their financial literacy?

To help answer these questions, we have Irma Neal joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Irma is a partner and certified financial coach at Onyx Rising, is the former Deputy Mayor of Indianapolis, and is the author of Leading in Chaos: Insights to Lead through the Storms.

Tune into episode 175 to hear Irma's inspiring story, her career "rocket-booster" moment, and her perspectives on building financial acumen in our population.

Learn more about Irma Neal at: https://www.onyx2rise.com/ 

Learn more about Andrew Temte at: www.andrewtemte.com 

Are you feeling stuck in your career? Do fear, uncertainty, and doubt overwhelm you? How can you embrace taking more calculated risks?

To help answer these questions, we have Anne Marie Anderson joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Anne Marie is a three-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster and keynote speaker. You’ve likely seen her in the play-by-play booth at major sporting events on prominent networks including ESPN, ABC, NBC, and FOX. Her first book, Cultivating Audacity - Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win, is now available wherever books are sold.

Tune into episode 174 to hear Anne Marie's story, her career "rocket-booster" moment, and her perspectives on how to take more risk, get unstuck, and break through in your career.

Learn more about Anne Marie Anderson at: https://annemarieanderson.com/

Learn more about Andrew Temte at: www.andrewtemte.com 

What is The Haven on Main? How can communities around the country create more affordable housing opportunities for individuals with disabilities who have the ability to live independently? How can parents of children with disabilities balance their wish to provide continuing care with the desire to see their children become self-sufficient after reaching the age of majority?

To help answer these questions, we have Terry Cowgill joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Terry owns Badger Smiles Dentistry, is a former Oktoberfest USA Festmaster, and sits on the board of Haven for Special People.

Tune into episode 173 to hear Terry's inspiring story, his career "rocket-booster" moment, and his perspectives on affordable independent living housing for individuals with disabilities.

Learn more about The Haven for Special People at: https://www.havenforspecialpeople.org/ 

Learn more about Andrew Temte at: www.andrewtemte.com