Practical and Positive Leadership

Ep. 31 - What Coaching Taught Me about Business Leadership

Leading a growing business requires more than good ideas. It requires clear systems, adaptable leadership, and the ability to use technology without losing sight of the people doing the work. In this episode of Practical & Positive Leadership, Monica May-Dunn sits down with Merl Martin, Founder and CEO of Bennu Systems, to talk about leadership across education, athletics, and technology. From coaching teams and simplifying operations to understanding AI, automation, and the warning signs of disconnected systems, this conversation offers practical insight for business owners and leaders trying to grow with more clarity and less friction. 🎧 Tune in for practical leadership insights and real-world experience on building smarter systems, stronger teams, and more people-focused technology.

Ep. 30 - Leading through Burnout, Growth, and Real Responsibility

Leading a caregiving team requires more than strong operations. It requires empathy, consistency, and the ability to support people doing emotionally demanding work every day. In this episode of Practical & Positive Leadership, Monica May-Dunn sits down with Kimberly Mitchell of Home With Help to talk about what it really takes to lead, support, and retain a large caregiving team. From communication and team culture to burnout prevention and leadership growth, this conversation offers practical insight for anyone managing people in high-responsibility environments. 🎧 Tune in for practical leadership insights and real-world experience from the front lines of caregiving.

Ep. 29 - Powerless to Powerful: Law Marketing that Works

In this episode of Practical and Positive Leadership, Monica May Dunn sits down with Gary Johnson for a powerful conversation on what it really takes to market a law firm with intention, clarity, and results. From redefining what “marketing” actually means for attorneys, to breaking down the mindset shifts required to attract ideal clients, Gary shares a practical, no-fluff approach to building a thriving legal practice. He and Monica dive into: 1. How to attract the right clients — not just more clients 2. The biggest marketing mistakes attorneys make (and how to avoid them) 3. Practical strategies to build trust, credibility, and authority in your market 4. How to create sustainable growth without feeling salesy or inauthentic 🎧 Tune in for actionable insights on law firm marketing that actually works — and how to move from powerless to powerful in growing your practice.

Ep. 28 - Plan the Perfect Exit: How to Sell a Business

🎙️ In this episode of Practical and Positive Leadership, Monica May Dunn sits down with Jennifer Armstrong — business broker and advisor with Transworld Business Advisors of Phoenix — for a clear-eyed conversation about what it takes to exit a business intentionally and successfully. From increasing a company’s value before it hits the market to navigating the emotional and financial complexities of selling, Jennifer offers smart, actionable guidance for business owners at any stage of the exit journey. 🎧 Tune in for practical tips, expert perspective, and empowering advice for any entrepreneur considering their next chapter.

Ep. 27 - Lessons in Leadership with Monica May-Dunn

In this episode, Monica May Dunn, CEO of Arizona Escrow & Financial, reflects on two years of The Practical and Positive Leadership podcast. Each guest over the past two years has brought something meaningful to the table—and now, Monica shares her own insights. This grounded reflection explores what it really means to lead with clarity, intention, and heart—especially when the pace is fast and the pressure is real. Whether you’re in escrow, commercial real estate, law, or business leadership, this message is for you. Because leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about how you show up for people. 🎧 Tune in for real world insights on trust, integrity, and how to lead people through change with practicality and positivity. 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more episodes featuring Monica and the AEF team.