Goal Chat

Top goal-setting – and goal-getting – expert Debra Eckerling chats with amazing, diverse personalities on The DEB Show. Topics include entrepreneurship, writing, productivity, marketing, social media, embracing change, work-life balance, self-care, and more. Debra’s goal is to give everyone the tools, inspiration, and motivation they need to figure out what they want and make a plan to get it. Debra is the founder of The D*E*B Method, which is her system for goal-setting simplified. She is also the author of “Your Goal Guide: A Roadmap for Setting, Planning and Achieving Your Goals,” founder of Write On Online, and host of the #GoalChat Twitter chat and the #GoalChatLive streaming show. Music by BeepCodeMusic.

Networking with Robert Butwin & Michael Roderick #547

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about networking with success strategist Robert Butwin and connector Michael Roderick of Small Pond Enterprises. Whether you are an introvert or extrovert, you can’t reach your goals on your own, you need your people. So set networking goals for the new year! Robert and Mike shard…

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AI & Productivity with Anika Jackson, Stan Robinson Jr. & Jason Van Orden

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about AI and productivity on GoalChat with Anika Jackson, Stan Robinson, and Jason Van Orden. Anika is founder of Your Brand Amplified, Stan is chief coaching  officer at Social Sales Link, and Jason is an AI strategist. AI requires critical thinking, navigating the tools available, and…

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Start2026Now Party with Chris Cherian, Annie P. Ruggles & Keith Spiro #545

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling starts 2026 in DEBcember with returning guests Chris Cherian, Math @ MoMA; Annie P. Ruggles, founder of the Non-Sleazy Sales Academy; and business strategist and community builder Keith Spiro. Debra et al find it fun and meaningful to check in, support, and cheer on one another. Debra…

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Giving with Rachel Berezin, Genna Rosenberg & Rick Nahmias #544

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Giving with Rachel Berezin, Genna Rosenberg, and Rick Nahmias. Rachel is CEO of MyZuzah, change maker Genna is CEO of GennComm, and fruit-anthropist Rick is CEO and founder of Food Forward. All three are devoted to bringing good into the world… and not just in…

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Passion Pursuits with Kathy Berardi, Linda Fisk & Lawrence Loh #543

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Passion Pursuits with PR strategist and storyteller Kathy Berardi; Linda Fisk of LeadHERship Global, which empowers women to pursue their passions; and Lawrence Loh, a doctor, educator, and writer. All three come at passion pursuits from a place of excitement and enthusiasm. The trio shard…

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Comfort Food with Aaron Hamburger, Natalie Kalmar & Marissa Rothkopf #542

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Comfort Food with food writer, baker, and novelist Aaron Hamburger (Hotel Cuba); Natalie Kalmar, founder of Fitness Foodie STL, and Marissa Rothkopf, author of The Secret Life of Chocolate Chip Cookies and host of The Secret Life of Cookies. They cover community, cookies, food advocacy,…

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Healthy Outlook with Heather Eck & Nikki Green #541

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about creating and maintaining a Healthy Outlook with intuitive artist Heather Eck and transformation expert Nikki Green. It’s the end-of-the-year marathon, and it’s important to take stock of your goals – personal and professional – as well as your priorities throughout the holidays and beyond. Heather…

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Storytelling with Paul Chitlik & Terrie Silverman #540

Storytelling is all about listening, empathy, and communication.

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Substack with Jim Fuhs & Bob Woods #539

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Substack with Jim Fuhs of Fuhsion Marketing and Bob Woods of Social Sales Link. The platform, which launched around eight years ago, keeps gaining popularity. Between Substack’s accessibility and community-centric features, it’s the perfect online hub for embracing and showcasing your expertise.Jim, Bob, and Deb…

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Scalability with Liz Heiman, Camille L Miller & Joe Patneaude #538

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Scalability with Liz Heiman, Regarding Sales; Camille L. Miller, Soul Professional; and Executive Coach Joe Patneaude. The panel shares their origin stories and thoughts on building a sustainable, scalable business, along with things like customer service, leadership, and “drag.” Goals – Joe: Do a self-assessment:…

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