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Each week we explore Womanhood and Leadership with the goal to question the status quo and challenge our thinking so we celebrate every woman as a leader. Our episodes will interview leaders in the field, meet authors, explore books on the subject, hear inspiring stories, or talk with organizations leading the charge for women to lead. We’ll look at the different topics from different generational perspectives as my daughters, a Millennial and a Gen Z, will join me, a Boomer, from time to time. We hope to make you laugh and leave inspired as you hear our voices on this very important topic.
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Virginia Frischkorn, Millennial, Founder and CEO of partytrick.com is an award-winning former event industry professional who has successfully transitioned into a startup founder. With over 15 years of experience craftingexceptional events, she is dedicated to transforming and empowering the experience economy.Her achievements include being recognized as one of the Top 50 Planners Worldwide by Vogue and Martha Stewart Weddings, named a Top 10 Innovator in EventTech, and honored in the DBJ 40 Under 40, among other prestigious accolades. In her next chapter, she is poised to disrupt the U.S. events economy with an innovative end-to-end white-labeled B2B solution called Partytrick. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:0:00 Introduction1:03 LI Post from ex2:19 Tug of war about balance/alignment4:33 Chapters of life6:29 Connecting through entertainment11:19 Vulnerability, authenticity18:05 Hope and resilience20:26 Just do it!23:28 20-something adviceQuotable Moments:“Being intensely driven and focused isn’t a flaw.” “Your drive, your focus, your ability to work towards your goals these aren’t traits to dim – they arethe very things that will help you build something meaningful.” “I don’t think there is balance – it’s about alignment.” “When people feel safe and in their right environment, and you set the stage, connection is much more possible.” Brené Brown quotes: "Practicing courage, compassion, and connection in our daily lives is how we cultivate worthiness. The key work is practice...WE invite compassion into our lives when we act compassionately toward ourselves and others, and we feel connected in our lives when we reach out and connect.""Hope is a function of struggle. We develop hope not during the easy or comfortable times, but through adversity and thebelief that we can create change.""Faith isn’t an agreement to a set of beliefs, it’s a place of mystery where we find the courage to believe in whatwe cannot see and the strength to let go of our fear of uncertainty." “Hope fuels action.” “Hope and faith balance out and build resilience.” Three Episode Takeaways: 1. When we’re not in alignment and there’s zero balance, that’s when things can get really chaotic. One way to view segments in life are as chapters and each chapter informs the next. Without those previous chapters we wouldn’t havegotten those life’s lessons.2. When people connect it can facilitate community. It allows people to open up. In-person events engage all senses providing more depth of a connection. It’s a whole different energy.3. Events have 3 core elements: the design, the planning, and execution. Most of us feel good about 1 of these things. The way a host gets people comfortable is by exuding confidence that all of the elements are handled. New Product:Virginia just launched her B2B product, Partytrick, the growth engine for scalable, repeatable events andactivations. Her end-to-end platform powers demos, brand activations, experiences, and large-scale events while capturing valuable data to measure ROI and provide actionable business insights. By streamlining operations andautomating workflows, she helps teams save time, ensure quality consistency, and execute events with greater efficiency and impact. How to reach Virginia: virginia@partytrick.comhttps://partytrick.com@partytrick How to reach Yo: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email: yo@yocanny.comFB group: Girl, Take the Leadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG: yocanny YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Jenn Hahn, Millennial, joins us and is the Founder & CEO of J Recruiting Services, a niche recruiting firm that partners with leading retail brands across the U.S. to deliver top-tier talent. When she isn't leading her team in recruiting strategy and solutions, she is a wife, mom to three busy kids and anavid yogi. In 2017, Jenn founded J Recruiting Services to serve the industry she knows and loves—retail. Her team’s mission is clear: deliver exceptional results that encourage both clientsand candidates to expect more from external recruiters. They’re more than just recruiters—they’re true partners. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 0:00 Introduction1:39 Trends in Women in the Workplace Today4:24 Owning our own motivation, values, whatdrives us6:43 Yellow stickies9:48 Employment brand (way you show up ininterviews) and Candidate experience11:37 Interview tips 12:24 Acing your interview18:46 Tony Robbins example20:06 Practice example25:02 What Jenn would tell her 20-something selfQuotable Moments:“We fought so hard and it doesn’t feel like fulfillment at the end of the day.” “The power really comes from owning it yourself.” “The only way to bring the electricity (energy) is if you’re filled up.” “The struggle for women is that we want to ace everything and we’re crushing it…we can forget to balance.” “Sustainable high-achievement” (Hannah Abad) is what we’re all looking for but we need to flip the funnel.” “You do not need to be the smartest in the room – you need to be resourceful and bring the energy.” “Fear is a really good motivator but it’s also exhausting.” “Letting the outside circumstances dictate your brand, when it’s really an internal thing at the top of the funnel (what is your identity), can derail us.” “We’re all interviewing every day.” “Interviewing is a skill.”“Clear is kind.”Three Episode Takeaways:1. Key trends include that women are stepping upand there are more women in leadership seats. Another trend Jenn sees is the burnout and exiting (“The Great Breakup”) at record pace. She states havingwomen at the table is important to make good business decisions that represent women in most customer bases. 2. Knowing our personal values and what drives us can fill our cup. Bringing the energy or electricity and knowing what fills us up, allows us to show up as leaders we want to be. Keyis flipping the funnel and starting with our identity and ending with our work at the narrow part of the funnel, instead of making your work 80% of the funnel. Let’shear it for yellow stickies!3. In addition to bringing on the energy, being able to communicate detail in 3 min or less about what wedo, and stating the financial impact can lead to success in an interview. Special Offer:25% off offer for the Ace Your Interview Coursehttps://courses.jrecruitingservices.com/offers/e79ydjmb/checkout?coupon_code=GTTL25Use the code GTTL25 when registering. Episode Resource: Personal branding free workbooks:https://girltaketheleadpod.com/time-to-podcast Ep. 52 Personal Branding: Can’t Leave Home without One – Let’s Craft Yours!https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/r3BBmmTsuSb How to reach Jenn:info@jrecruitingservices.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/jrecruitingservices/?viewAsMember=true(Company page) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenn-hahn-5698b66a/(Jenn’s page) https://www.facebook.com/JRecruitingServices How to reach Yo: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a messageor voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take theLeadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG:yocanny YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Tara Landes, GenX, has been the secret weapon hundreds ofsmall businesses leaders have used as they solve operational challenges for over 25 years. She is a certified change management practitioner from The Prosci Institute and a licensed influence trainer from The Cialdini Institute.She is also the lead faculty member for the Bellrock management training programs, which are unique in both methods and results. In this episode she brings her expertise in influencing others with grounded research and such enjoyable storytelling. She breaks down the psychology of influence using research-backed insights from Dr. Robert Cialdini, Daniel Kahneman, and Daniel Pink. Note: When we talk about influence in this episode, we mean ethical influence—using psychology to guide decisions responsibly, not manipulate. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:0:00 Intro1:06 Influence & Persuasion 2:28 Influencers5:52 Robert Cialdini Book Overview7:08 Reciprocity12:15 Sales14:23 Liking17:04 Authority19:37 GenZ Cynicism20:40 Kahneman’s System 1 and System 224:30 Consistency27:47 ScarcityQuotable Moments:*Influencers are using different aspects of the practice ofinfluence.”“The law of reciprocity states that if I give yousomething, you feel obligated to give me something back.”“There is power in making a concession.”“In my household if I have a way to make people say yes tome more often, my life is a little bit better….and their lives are a little bit better when get me to say yes.” “Before you do business with someone, build some rapport.” “When we’re teaching about influence, we’re teaching aboutusing it for good.”“Now is a difficult time for all sorts of things. It is hardto know who to trust. Our traditional go-to way of making decisions is really being upended.”“Most of what we do is on auto-pilot.”“Consistency is about having other people that you’reworking with agree to smaller things because they’ll agree to something larger to be consistent…we like to feel internally consistent.”“Scarcity is when people want something they’re afraidthey’ll miss getting.”“It takes a really long time to find friends, so find yourpeople and stay in touch.” Three Episode Takeaways: 1. Influence is broader and persuasion is narrower – Influence is what we do to nudge people along overtime. Persuasion is a subset of that where we’re actually getting someone to take an action. Influencers use social proof and authority when we are uncertain about what to do.2. The 7 common aspects of influence Dr. Cialdini found universal: reciprocity, liking, authority, consistency, scarcity, social proof and unity. Many times we don’t realize how we’re being influenced. 3. 41% of our day is spent selling what we’re trying to accomplish. We also like to do business with people we like so figure out what we have in-common to connect.Upcoming Event:Next cohort begins in May.Registration is now open.https://bellrock.ca/our-training/management-training/ Episode Resource: Robert Cialdini’s Book: Influencehttps://amazon.comDaniel Khaneman https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/economic-sciences/2002/kahneman/biographical/ To Sell is Human, Daniel S. Pinkhttps://amazon.com Ep. 212 Understanding Ourselves Through Talk: A Conversation with Dr. Amanda Kenderes https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/dlIeLxU3uRb Eps. 110 & 111 The Power of Regret: From Regrets to Resiliencehttps://girltaketheleadpod.com/episode/111-more-about-daniel-pinks-the-power-of-regret-from-regrets-to-resilience How to reach Tara:www.bellrock.cahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/taralandes/ How to reach Yo: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG:yocanny YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
While researching Ep 53 about Bullies Yo found and read thebook Mobbing, Emotional Abuse in the American Workplace by Noa Davenport, PhD,Ruth Distler Schwartz, and Gail Pursell Elliot. Dr. Davenport is a culturalanthropologist, Schwartz and Pursell are consultants in marketing and HRrespectively. The authors call Mobbing, a traumatic syndrome and it cancertainly derail you if you’re trying to be or become a leader! Plus a Newsweek article indicates that Mobbing happens on aglobal level. The 3 EpisodeTakeaways 1. Be aware - be aware ofwhat your spiny “intuitive” sense tells you. 2. Lookat your options – leaving isn’t the only one. 3. Looks at what’ going on w/n the team – keep a lookout for those“mobs” that might be at work in your organization. Linksto references made in the episode:Mobbing,Emotional Abuse in the American WorkplaceThey Call It “Mobbing”Newsweek Article Stronger KellyClarksonRelated episodesmentioned:Ep.53, The Bully Mindset by Gary & Ruth Namie, PhDsEp.48, Name Claim Reframe by Andrea DeWitt Ways to reach Yo: yo@yocanny.com eMail PublicFB group: Girl, Take the Lead! Linktr.ee/yocanny IG LinkedIn YouTube Channel Please join/subscribe/comment!
Danaya Wilson, Millennial, author of Changemakers Wanted aimed at women’s empowerment. Danaya is the award-winning co-founder and CEO of BetterCertify. Recognized as a "40 Under 40" honoree, Danaya has helped individuals, companies, and industries navigate compliance andoccupational safety education clearly and decisively. Danaya's work is not just about business; it's about creating pathways for future generations of female leaders, offering a practical and aspirational blueprint. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 0:00 Women in the workplace problem defined8:07 Personal branding (who we are)10:37 Vulnerability dismantling shame and fear (panic)15:09 Shonda Rhimes 2014 commencement comments17:15 Motherhood and career20:38 Economist research28:50 Boundary setting33:17 Female mentors36:22 Rise Up/Spark Pen38:29 Danaya’s 20-something-self advice 39:03 Champagne Celebration favorite card w Stand UpQuotable Moments:*It has been 13 years now since Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg was written and I’m shocked at the amount of progress that has not been made.”“This is not what we fought for. The life our youngergenerations primarily women are living is not the life we fought for, not what we marched for.”“We need this foundation of change makers that are nolonger willing to talk about the rhetoric about what needs to change but what exactly is going to change and how we’re going to do that is the dialogue I want change makers to start to have.”“Leaning over and saying to one person next to me that thisis my first flight in a long time because I’ve been really scared, I found acceptance..."“If we look at the biology of motherhood it’s rarely 50:50.How do we take that to be and adopt it into policies around flexibility?”“Setting a boundary is a way of personal protection…theytell us we matter.”“We are in a good place to demand more, to make changehappen.” Three Episode Takeaways: 1. Now today we have more power than we ever had – we need to collectively use this power and harness itin a way that benefits us as women. What can each of us do to change the trajectory of people we lead.2. We’re asking change makers a lot: declaration as a change maker and know who you are (personal brand) at the core of your being and how it plays out in the changes we’re trying to make. Vulnerability can be scary but necessary in making change but communicating our uncomfortableness can help us overcome the fear and find acceptance.3. The Economist research found that for every child a woman has her salary decreases by approximately 4% while a man’s income increases by 6% by becoming a father.There is a motherhood penalty. Also 1.5% of women are more likely to leave a job for another for more flexibility than a title. Wouldn’t it great to compensate women for the job of childcare! Episode Resource: Changemakers Wanted, Your Blueprint for Lasting Impact and Ethical Change by Danaya Wilsonhttps://amazon.comEp. 39 Boundary setting https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/1ogrJLmn2Rb Ep. 167 Women and wealthhttps://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/JB0dnO8ZWRb Ep. 52 Personal brandinghttps://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/hOsbErmn2Rb How to reach Danaya: changemakers@danayawilson.com www.danayawilson.com https://danayawilson.substack.com/ https://www.facebook.com/danaya.wilson10https://www.instagram.com/danayanwilson/ How to reach Yo: Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take the Leadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG: yocanny YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Amy Kemp, Gen X, is the owner and CEO of Amy Kemp, Inc., and joins us to talk about her book, I See You: A Guide for Women to Make More, Have More, and Be More – Without More Work. She wrote this book for all the women doing important work and have accomplished some things and they’re having a life experience and very few people understand it. In her work within this growing company, Amy helps leaders and business professionals understand how deeply “thought habits” impact every part of their work and lives. As acertified Habit Finder coach, Amy has led over 400 female business leaders through a four-month small group engagement called Encounter. This experienceis designed to help clients replace subconscious thought habits that are no longer serving them with more healthy ones. She has worked through the Habit Finder curriculum with hundreds of leaders in one-on-one settings and withleadership teams at small and large companies. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 5:59 Habits and Thought Habits8:52 Impact of Constantly Thinking 11:27 Finding our Natural Genius17:05 Personal Branding19:05 The 6 Most Important List 24:42 Boundaries and Boundary Spectrum28:15 Resentment 46:59 “I see this in you.” Quotable Moments:“Everyone sees her but no one sees her.”“It’s a rare thing when someone sees those areas of natural genius.” “If I didn’t have my “6 Most Important” list I would have just done was to go through the scroll cycle...scroll through email, facebook, instagram…” “I think people think you make progress in meters or miles but I have found most people make progress in millimeters.” “Boundaries are such a constant practice…we can’t have a healthy relationship with people without boundaries.” “Resentment is our inability to set a boundary or not asking for what you need.” “You can’t stifle our intuition in one area of life then have access to it in others.” Three Episode Takeaways: 1 Our habits and thought habits (80% at a subconscious level) can get deep without us knowing it. It canaffect how we relate to others, dream, and impact our goals. About 98% of entrepreneurs are obsessive thinkers. They need more breaks to give our brain a rest so we’re not so attached to our ideas and get too far ahead of others around us.2 Knowing our “natural genius” can be tougher for women. It feels easy to you but astonishes others. It’s hard to see it in ourselves because it’s something we just do. Because of this we can sometimes undervalue it.3 The “6 Most Important” list what if I don’t get anything else done, these 6 things anchor us and they create growth, change or progress. The list helps us set boundarieswith our goals and ambition. Free Offers:If people want a free snapshot of their subconscious habits of thinking, they can take the HabitFinder assessment at https://amykemp.com/habit-finder-assessment/ Episode Resource: I See You: A Guide for Women toMake More, Have More, and Be More—Without More WorkAmazon, Audiblehttps://www.amazon.com/ Ep 70, Let’s Keep Digging into Habits with Atomic Habits byJames Clearhttps://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/ytryIqAcDRb How to reach Amy: hello@amykemp.com Website:www.amykemp.com LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brigette-panetta-80967545/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/amykempinc/ FB:https://www.facebook.com/amykempinc How to reach Yo: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a messageor voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take the Leadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG: yocanny YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Brigette Panetta, Millennial, advocateand ambassador for Media.com, joins us to talk about her real-world experience and insights into social justice leadership. Brigette is a passionate advocate for those facing social injustice and adversity. After experiencing firsthand the devastating impact of false allegations by Australia's corporate regulator, ASIC, she has dedicated herself to supporting others in similar battles.Her journey began under extraordinary circumstances—recovering from a traumatic birth while navigatinglegal turmoil that cost her family their home and livelihood. Instead of breaking her, these challenges ignited her mission to create a foundation providing litigation funding and a platform for people to share their stories.Brigette’s story of resilience, healing, and justice makes her a compelling voice for change. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 4:32 Resilience 5:35 Role of resilience in leadership6.27 Self-doubt and leadership6:48 Limiting beliefs7:37 Tools that help us connect 10:57 Health deficiencies and clarity11:02 Forgiveness practice12:48 Intuition and trustQuotable Moments:*When you can allow everyone to feel safe in their rolesand within their positions, you can allow them to be comfortable enough to speak that shows the best leadership qualities.”“If you have self-doubt or limiting beliefs that comesthrough in your leadership. Others can feel you’re not confident.”“A lot of our traumas are kept between the fascia levelbetween the skin and the muscle.”“I stopped going external for my answers. I knew theanswers already.”“The biggest tool that helped me was a forgivenesspractice. I could then work on other elements like being aware of my thoughts.” Three Episode Takeaways: 1. Resilience can come down to our self-belief and trusting our journey is happening for a reason. When youaccept you can’t control situations, that’s when resilience helps you move forward. 2. Once we can clear the limiting beliefs we’re unstoppable. There’s no ego in place.3. Thoughts can affect us and our physical wellbeing. We need to do the internal work to look at our health and get a clearer channel to be able to hear our inner voice within. Episode Resources: Media.comhttps://media.com/ IG The Human Garbagehttps://www.instagram.com/explore/search/keyword/?q=human%20garage Ep. 215 Exploring Mel Robbins’ Let Them Theory as A Way to Live with Love & Intentionality https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/3RWy8dIDBRb How to reach Brigette: brigette.panetta8@gmail.com Website:https://media.com/brigettepanetta LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brigette-panetta-80967545/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/brigettepanetta/ How to reach Yo: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take the Leadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG:yocanny YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Rachel Burr, Gen X, author of Butterfly Goo:TheDown and Dirty Truth About Transformation, joins us to talk transformation. Rachel is an executive coach, leadership consultant, and people expert. She says, "... leadership is challenging because people are challenging, and leaders are people. When we add the challenges of leading groups of other people, developing a workplace culture, and driving success, we increase the difficulty by tenfold, even a hundredfold. (Is there an infinite fold?) Let’s just say it’s complex.Leadership is not easy or for the faint of heart. Still, most leaders land themselves in their roles because they’re individual rockstars, not because they know how to lead people, and they need support to thrive. " What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The beauty myth about transformationTransformation can be funPurpose and transformationTransformation definedFear and transformationSocial media and the gooCave analogy (Joseph Campbell) Quotable Moments:“If we make transformation more actionable, more achievable, then everyone can see their butterfly and not feel stuck.” “We’ll never know what we’re truly capable of until we try.” “You don’t find your path – you build it.” “If I have seen further than others, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.” (Sir Issac Newton) “Safe and happy are not the same thing.” “Sometimes we talk about the comfortable discomfort – the devil we know vs the devil we don’t.” “Look for the intersection of what excites and scares you – there’s something there. Goo in that direction.” “You don’t have to be ready for every kind of transformation.” Three Episode Takeaways: 1. Most of us don’t have a linear path and setting an expectation that life should be like that, can setus up for denial of agency in our own life. 2. Transformation is personal to each of us. We get to define it for ourselves. It’s both empowering and terrifying we need to take ownership. 3. Fear is ever-present in our lives and a normal part of change. It wants to keep us small. And if we wait until we’re not afraid to do X then we can miss becoming more confident when we actually put those things into practice. Episode Resource: Butterfly Goo, The Down and Dirty Truth About TransformationAvailable at https://amazon.com More About Rachel: Rachel has worked with leaders, organizations, and understanding human behavior for over 20 years. Shebelieves most (read as “none”) of us have unlocked our full potential. And when she says our full potential, she means the unique combination of strengths, talents, and passions that make each of us who we are. Leadership is not acookie cutter. When we embrace and develop our leadership from our authentic core, we step into our full power to create impact and achieve success for ourselves, our organizations, and the people we lead. She works together with leaders to honestly examine what they bring to their role, including strengths, weaknesses, values, and everything in between. She helps them toconfront challenges they must overcome, and identify actions they will take to reach their goals. She coaches individual executives and their teams, and facilitates team sessions and offsites to help leaders develop their leadership and build high-performing teams.How to reach Rachel:Rachel Burr rachel@catamentum.com Connect with Rachel through her website and social media: Website: Catamentum.com Butterfly Goo Book: https://www.butterflygoobook.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Catamantum/ IG: catamentum How to reach Yo: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a messageor voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take theLeadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG: yocanny YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Scarlett Stanhope, Gen Z, is an abundance coach who helpsothers own their worth and change their mindset so they can confidently pursue their businesses and build lives that they love. Scarlett harnessed the power of money to break free from her workaholic career path and pursue her dreams. She uses a combination of tangible money management strategies as well as a variety of coaching techniques to help her clientstransform their mindset and relationship to money, allowing them to strategically achieve their goals.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Impact of money on our personal growthOverspending – overgivingMoney and relationships“Biz Hippie” growth journeyTransforming our money relationshipMoney and healthFun money managementLiving your best lifeQuotable Moments:“My ignorance is bliss bubble.”“Starting this work early is really important. Sometimes we have this idea that if we put it off and if we just work really hard, we’ll be ok.” “Our relationship with money is not built on the amount of money you have and when you add more moneyto that you’re just creating more stress and uncertainty that you already have.” “Money can push us to live in ways that isn’t supporting our health and overall well-being and self-care needs.” “Instead of budgeting, I teach my clients how to blueprint which tells you what you can do with what the money you do have.” “The blueprint is a tool for manifestation and that’s when it becomes fun.” “You can really be in control of your money, no matter how much money you have.” Three Episode Takeaways: 1. Your connection to money can be in the deepest layers of not “enough ness”, self-doubt, scarcity, fear…all our shadowsand beliefs of the world show up in our relationship with money. It can keep us from saying “yes” to what’s next on our journey. 2. Money plays a huge role in relationships. It’s how you create safety, it’s how you get your basic needs met, your wants and desires met. If not aligned around values and what’s worth it can be fundamentally different when it comes to money. 3. When we transform our thoughts about money it happens when we become internally aware of our scarcebased beliefs and stories and part of ourselves that are “driving the bus”. When we "drive the bus" from love we get different results. When aligned with external awareness of how we use money, we have the possibility of living ourbest life. Free Offer:Free 30 min Abundance ActivationSession: https://thebizhippie.com/activate More About Scarlett: Scarlett swung her pendulum from full business mode to total hippie; becoming a life coach, yoga instructor, and reiki practitioner. It was when a coach friend of hers was struggling with money that she was inspired to bringtogether her experience, skills, and degree to support her!! This was the genesis of Empowered Abundance, a program that helps coaches and business leaders transition into their next level of abundance with all the tools theyneed to make conscious and aligned decisions. Scarlett is a certified coach through the World Coach Institute and a Level 2 Enlifted Coach. On a personal level, she is a total hippie and loves spending time barefoot outside, vibing with her family in drum circles, and using plant medicine in the jungle. How to reach Scarlett: IG: @thebizhippie (DM her) Website: https://thebizhippie.com How to reach Yo: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a messageor voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take theLeadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG:yocanny YouTube LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree, Gen X, is a cancer mom and advocate for parents of children with cancer. She empowers families going through medical trauma with tools and tactics to help them navigate their new everyday normal. Her book, Thru the Fire, Empowering Parents of Kids with Cancer takes us through her journey once the pediatrician said her 3-year-old daughter Cecilia’s lethargy and black circles under her eyes were childhood leukemia. She entered the panickedexistence of childhood cancer. Ceal had an 85 percent chance of surviving – that is, IF she made it through 2½ years of grueling treatment. Meaning Ceal had a 15 percent chance of dying. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Emotions experienced during crisis“Positude” Advocacy InsightsHealth care beliefsResilienceAsking for helpGratitudeBoundary SettingQuotable Moments: “Cancer is not an in and out kind of experience. It hangs around a long time, like years.” “I think advocacy is one of the most underrated things in the whole health care system that we can imagine.” “Health care professionals want us to advocate because it helps them help us.” “Advocacy is key to the care of our child and ourselves.” *You just need to understand she’s never going to do math or science.” “There has to be another way!”“An important piece of advocacy is to level the playing field with knowledge.” “Health care professionals need us and want us to be a part of the medical team.” “Surrending and accepting is not giving up, it’s actually giving you power.” “Have you considered she’s the hope?” Three Episode Takeaways: 1. Cancer is an all-hands on deck kind of journey. Laura has included chapters in her book specific to parents, friends, family (grandparents), and caregivers. 2. “Positude” is Cecilia’s word that can help allof us. It means to have a positive attitude when we’re facing things head-on like she did. It is up to us to change our narrative so we can manage and have agency because we’ve advocated for ourselves. Things go a lot more smoothly.3. Giving our kids the tools to advocate for themselves can help everyone manage and create a calmer atmosphere. The aim of Laura’s book is to give you the tools to ask thequestions so you can then make choices. More About Laura:Laura is an editor and consultant with Stanford Children’sHospital and a writer, educator, and editor for parent publications at the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Jacob’s Heart Family Cancer Center, and Bass Center for ChildhoodCancer and Blood Diseases. She works with the Make-A-Wish Foundation as the voice for their national training program. She was recently featured on Transformation Radio's Champion Your Life podcast as well as AYA Unfiltered as a resilience and positivity expert guest.As Director of Performing Arts at The Harker School, aprivate, independent K-12 institution in San Jose, California, she leads a department of 15 faculty, nurturing 950 students’ artistic passions and professional ambitions. Laura lives in Northern California smack in the middle of thetowering Redwoods, the sandy beaches of Santa Cruz, and the innovation of Silicon Valley. Her three daughters live nearby and they continue their family commitment to thrive through everything that life brings our way. How to reach Laura: langreel@gmail.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/thruthefirethebook How to reach Yo Canny: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a messageor voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take the Leadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG: yocanny YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Molly Rose Speed, Millennial, is the visionary behind the Virtual Assistant Academy and founder of Virtual Assistant Management, where she’s helped countless entrepreneurs and professionals reclaim their time and focus on what matters most. She joins us to share her expertise in delegation and asking for help. She has mastered theart of creating time freedom, empowering others to offload their to-do lists and scale their businesses with ease. With a passion for supporting military spouses and those seeking flexible careers, she’s trained hundreds of VirtualAssistants and built a thriving community dedicated to helping others achieve balance and success. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The challenge and cost of delegation asking for help.Stress and overwhelm. Benefit of boundarysetting.Generational differences when it comes to asking for help.Delegation and joy and building relationships.Importance of community to support us Quotable Moments: “The boundaries we apply internally to ourselves need to be respected and honored.”“The most frequently asked for help area is with someone’s inbox and can be one of the most painfulplaces for people...it just grows and grows.” “When people give me a mess to fix, I’m thrilled.” “You can’t be creative in overwhelm.” “There’s a kind way to delegate.” “Women make terrific negotiators because we come at things cooperatively and not competitively.”“Permission granted!” “There’s so much space we can give ourselves, to love ourselves so we don’t do it all ourselves.” Three Episode Takeaways: 1. The challenge of asking for help or delegating don’t want to be a burden or be vulnerable. The cost can be burn out and relationships because we are so busy – plus our perception can shift. 2. Questioning the underlying misbeliefs and seeing the ways we drive ourselves can help us set boundaries and ask for help so we’re clear about what we’re asking for. 3. Cultural trends indicate that younger generations are more prone to ask for help. Episode Resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/connected-leadership/202206/3-reasons-why-its-so-hard-to-ask-for-help https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/this-isn't-what-i-expected/201108/asking-for-help-what-gets-in-the-way-and-why https://whitneygordon-mead.com/2020/04/14/asking-for-help-is-hard-heres-why-and-what-you-can-do-about-it/ "Women Don't Ask: Negotiation and the GenderDivide" by Linda Babcock and Sara Laschever"Ask For It: How Women Can Use the Power ofNegotiation to Get What They Really Want" by Linda Babcock and Sara Laschever https://www.pattyaubery.com/ Ep. 215. Exploring Mel Robbins’ Let Them Theory as A Way to Live with Love & Intentionalityhttps://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/SK1wxK8SyQb How to reach Molly Rose: mollyrose@virtualassistantmanagement.com www.virtualassistantmanagement.com(book a free discovery call) | Mollyrosespeed.com instagram.com/mollyrosespeed How to reach Yo Canny: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take the Leadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG: yocanny YouTube LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Susan L Combs, Gen X, is the founder of Pancakes for Roger, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to serving those who have served our nation. She joins us today to talk about the non-profit that emerged from a humble request by Susan’s father, the late Major General Roger E Combs, during his Hospice care. His simple wish for pancakes sparked a movement, which became a book and a keynote address. Now, it stands as a non-profit organization. While the pancakes themselves couldn't be served due to care constraints, the essence of his request transcended the breakfast table. It's a touching reminder to cherish life's small joys and express gratitude for them. In 2005, Susan L Combs embarked on her entrepreneurial path, founding Combs & Company at the ageof 26. Combs & Company has evolved into a trusted ally for businesses that diverge from the conventional profiles favored by insurance carriers, catering particularly to sectors like entertainment, food, and international companiesestablishing operations in the U.S. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Susan’s background for her book and why she wrote her bookThe 3 facets of life.Monetary worth.Elements of a good relationship.Seeing signs.February is pancake month. Quotable Moments:“Have some pancakes for Roger and remember all the blessings in your life.”“If is helped you in your life, it’ll help someone in their life, too.”“No is a complete sentence.”“My plate is as full as I like it.”“Nothing wrong withsaying no to someone to say yes to yourself.” Three Episode Takeaways: 1. There are 3 facets of life Susan’s dad offered that can make an impact: The person you’re with The thing you do for a living The place you liveAnd if you’re happy with 3 out of 3 or 2 out of3, you’re living the golden life but if you’re only happy with 1 or none of those things, you’re the only person that can change it. 2. Susan encourages all of us to know our worth and when it’s time to walk away. She’s talking about our monetary worth per hour to help us determine your working hour. Saying no is so much easier because you know the cost.3. At the end of the day, all women need to know they’re enough. As Viola Davis said: “You need to be the love of your life.” Episode Resources: Book, Pancakes for Roger:A Mentorship Guide for Slaying Dragons:https://www.amazon.com/Pancakes-Roger-Mentorship-Slaying-Dragons Special Events Coming Up: Annual February pancake campaign. For every public facing picture of pancakes on social media where @pancakesforroger or hash tagged #pancakesforroger is shared, we will make a donation to The University of Missouri Law School Veterans Clinic. Get creative and have fun! Such a great event. 2025 goal: 1000 donations to help a veteran. Check out the website for past maps. Lata Hamilton, our guest on Eps. 199 and 137, offers a Free Change Tools Masterclass. You can find details, dates, andregister here:https://www.latahamilton.com/ctm More About Susan:When Susan's not running her business or trying to help others through their own challenges, you can find her flipping tires at her beloved CrossFit gym, supporting the Missouri Tigers, KC Chiefs, and Royals, or slaying the dragons that have come her way. How to reach Susan: susan@pancakesforroger.org Website:https://pancakesforroger.org/ FB Group:https://www.facebook.com/pancakesforroger https://www.instagram.com/pancakesforroger/How to reach Yo Canny: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a messageor voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take theLeadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG:yocanny YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld, GenX, joins us to talk about career stages, value alignment, and planning. She is a seasoned HR leader with over 25+ years of experience across fast-growing startups and established corporations. As the founder and CEO of Retain she and her incredible team have helped founders scale their businesses while building a solid and compliant HR foundation for them. Concurrently, Lisa-Maree is the co-founder and COO of Eleven (getelevenapp.com), where she has played a pivotal role in scaling innovative solutions to get their communication platform into the hands of leaders- empowering them to up level their communications with their teams.
Before launching Eleven and Retain, Lisa was the VP of People at Expa, where she spearheaded HR and recruiting for a portfolio of 20+ startups, helping them scale with strong people-first cultures. Her career also includes senior roles at Lyft, Ninth Decimal, and Aria Systems, as well as leadership positions at PG&E and Blue Shield of California.
Lisa is deeply passionate about helping startups navigate the exhilarating (and sometimes chaotic!) journey of building high-performing teams. Whether it's crafting scalable HR strategies, providing executive coaching, or guiding founders through the ups and downs of growth, she brings a rare combination of hands-on expertise and empathy to her work.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Generational differences when it comes to communication.
Career stages and when a “mid-career crisis” can hit like a breaking point.
Core values and a company’s alignment with them is important for younger generations as employees
and consumers.
H.R. departments’ role to support employees can reduce risk and trends indicate those departments are moving in this direction.
There is plenty to be hopeful about for the future of HR.
Assessment tools and how they help us see parts of themselves.
Planning with flexibility.
Side hustles, boundaries, self-identity, and burnout.
The importance of giving ourselves grace.
Three Episode Takeaways:
1. Alignment to core values are super important for younger generations.
2. Assessment tools can help us see how we
communicate and show up.
3. Plans are not always rooted in “reality” – things happen and we need to pivot. You can miss awesome opportunities if too rigid. Giving ourselves a lot of grace when things don’t
work out as planned.
More About Lisa-Maree:
Outside of work, Lisa is a proud mom of four and a big fan of live music, often found at concerts whenever she can carve out a moment of downtime. Currently she is trying different strategies to talk her husband into getting another puppy (so far unsuccessful but she believes only temporarily). She brings the same energy, creativity, and drive from her personal life to everything she does professionally, making her an advocate for finding balance and joy amidst the hustle.
How to reach Lisa-Maree:
lisa@retainhr.com
Website: https://retainhr.com
Special offer: 50% off first month of an engagement with Retain
FB: https://facebook.com/RetainHR
linkedin.com/in/lisamareeblumenfeld
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In this very special episode of “Girl, Take the Lead!”, we celebrate our 3rd anniversary by diving into Mel Robbins’ inspiring new book, Let Them Theory. Mel’s simple yet transformative idea encourages us to release control, embrace love, and focus on what truly matters. Through key takeaways from Mel’s book and a heartfelt reading from Chapter 18, we explore how the “Let Them” approach can deepen connections, foster self-love, and lead to more authentic relationships. Plus, we reflect on the incredible journey of the past three years and the enduring power of love—a force that fuels not only our relationships but also this podcast. Whether you’re navigating leadership, personal growth, or the complexities of modern love (hello, situationships!), this episode has something for you. Tune in and let’s celebrate love, learning, and leading together! 💖 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What Mel Robbins’ “Let Them” theory is and why it’s so impactful. How letting go of control can lead to stronger relationships and personal peace. A fresh perspective on love—whether you're single, in a situationship, or in a long-term partnership. Reflections on three amazing years of Girl, Take the Lead! and what’s ahead. Quotable Moments: “Let them—these two words can save your sanity and your relationships.” “Love is the most powerful force in the world. You deserve to feel loved, be loved, and express love.” – Mel Robbins “When I started this podcast, I didn’t know where it would take me. I’ll keep doing this until I can’t—because sharing these stories with you is one of the greatest joys of mylife.” Resources & Mentions: Mel Robbins’ book: The LetThem Theory https://www.amazon.com Learn more about the“Let Them” theory: Mel Robbins’ official websitehttps://www.melrobbins.com/letthemtheory Special Request: Loved this episode?Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use a little inspiration. Let’s keep the conversation going! Connect with me onInstagram, LinkedIn, or send me a note—I’d love to hear from you. 💌 Thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to love, leadership, and many more episodes to come!Until next time, Lead with Love. 💖 How to reach Yo Canny: Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a messageor voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take theLeadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG:yocanny YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Dima Ghawi, Gen X, joins us for this episode. She is Middle Eastern in her genes, American in her heart, and a global citizen in her spirit. She ignites the untapped potential in individuals across the globe, empowering them to shatter limitations and become courageous, purpose driven leaders.
Her own journey is one of escaping confinement, crossing continents, and transforming her life’s purpose. Harnessing the power of her story, Dima is committed to inspiring individuals to attain personal and professional growth.
Topics Covered:
Challenging the norm
Education as a way to shatter vases
Healing and rising above
Following our feelings, heart
Episode Takeaways
1. We all have broken vases and there’s beauty in the imperfection with purpose to it. A vase is the expectation that we live our life perfectly and thinking something is wrong with us if we think differently.
2. If we don’t challenge the norm we’ll just pass along the same ways of being or “chains” and miss opportunities for growth. When we challenge we can shatter our vase and rebuild ourselves.
3. We have the power to rise above and not stay small – we need to let go of the chains. We can start with a vision and keep playing it in our head to help make it a reality. It’s important to select the people we surround ourselves and watch the self-talk to be intentional and heal.
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Brave Butterfly – With Brave Wings She Flies
More About Dima:
Through keynote speeches, workshops, and executive coaching, Dima shares her unique leadership
transformation journey to motivate and activate those around her to reimagine their potential, grow into leaders, and create inclusive corporate cultures.
Episode Resources:
Breaking Vases: Shattering Limitations & Daring to Thrive - A Middle Eastern Woman's Story
https://amazon.com
Ep. 139, Powering Up
Your Leadership: Exploring Energy Levels with Brandy Mabra
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/s2GvYEsnLPb
Ep. 140, From victim to Creator: A Deep Dive into the book, Energy Leadership by Bruce D. Schneider
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/xwEWfEsnLPb
Ep. 141, Unlocking Your Potential: Insights About Energy & Emotion from Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/4uwB2DsnLPb
Ep. 211, The Universe Within: Aligning, Goals, Intentions, and Joy
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/FEh86IDQOPb
Ep. 207, Building Meaningful Friendships: Overcoming Loneliness and Finding Joy with ziem Nguyen Neubert
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/4UyoMgWXKPb
How to reach Dima:
Websites:
https://www.dimaghawi.com/
https://www.breakingvases.com/
eMail: dima@dimaghawi.com
FB: https://www.facebook.com/dghawi
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dimaghawi/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dima.ghawi
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Kate Flynn, Millennial, is The Crisis Coach with a PhD in Developmental Psychology. After navigating her own life-altering crisis, Kate combined her academic expertise, entrepreneurial success, and personal resilience to create a unique coaching practice. She specializes in helping high-achieving leaders turn their most challenging moments into opportunities for growth and transformation.
Topics Covered:
Post Traumatic Growth
Defining Crisis and Trauma·
The Body Keeps the Score
Trauma statistics & symptoms
EMDR benefits
IFS (Internal Family System)
Healing & different options
3 Episode Takeaways
1. Post Traumatic Growth is an individual’s ability to grow and transform following major struggles but continue to grow and transform – “what doesn’t kill you can make you stronger” with a properly set table. Resilience is one’s ability to bounce back to baseline after something challenging happens.
2. Crisis is the external experience and there are two types: with a “C” easily identifiable and requires immediate action, and those with a “c” that are slow burning, less identifiable, and can sometimes trigger bigger feelings. Trauma is our internal experience and lives in our bodies - they can cause crisis situations or over-react to situations. Crisis and trauma can be intertwined.
3. Based on the statistics from the book The Body Keeps The Score there are many of us walking around with unresolved trauma and may not know it. EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) is one powerful way to “unearth” what’s going on in our bodies to help identify the triggers to unearth traumas to work through the experiences to get closure.
Kate’s Free Offer:Free crisis checklist: www.thecrisiscoach.com
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You Got This, No Really Do (if you have the right supports in place)
More About Kate:
With a background in starting, scaling, and selling businesses, Kate understands the complexity of high-stakes situations and empowers her clients to navigate crises with clarity and confidence.
Episode Resources:
The Body Keeps The Score, Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der
Kolk, M.D. https://amazon.com
Ep 115, Part 1 – Inside Out: Unveiling the Layers of Internal Family System (IFS) with Uri Talmor
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/r2DBE9snLPb
Help in finding an EMDR
trained therapist: https://www.emdria.org/
How to reach Kate:
www.thecrisiscoach.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-flynn/
Email: kate@thecrisiscoach.com
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Dr. Amanda Kenderes, author of the book, “Talk Types: How What We Say Reveals Who We Are” joins us to talk about her talk type model. Also joining and giving generational perspectives are Yo's daughters: Kiki, the GenZer, and Emma, the Millennial.
AMANDA is a professor of interdisciplinary studies at Humphreys University. She holds a Ph.D. in Social Science and Comparative Education from the Graduate School of Education and Information Studies at UCLA. She grew up in North and South America, Asia, Africa, and Europe.
Topics Covered:
Talk Type Model
Benefit of knowing our Talk Types
How listening relates to talking
Yo, Kiki, and Emma identify their Talk Type
Talk Types in families and teams
Celebrity talk types
3 Episode Takeaways
1. The Three Types of Talk: All communication stems from sharing experiences or understanding, categorized into three types: A. Factual Talk, B. Relating through Experiences, and C. Deep Meaning Making. Our individual alignment with these types affects how we connect with others.
2. The 6 Talk Profiles: Ranking the three types creates six unique talk profiles, each serving as a personal "home base." Understanding these profiles enhances connection, decision-making, and empathy by aligning communication with others' preferences.
3. Talk Types and Listening: Our talk type influences how we listen and interpret others, helping us avoid taking things personally. In families and teams, differing talk types are common but often share one overlap, offering opportunities for improved collaboration and understanding.
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Thinking of You
More About Amanda:
With over 30 years of experience researching communication across 40 countries and over a decade in academia, Amanda is now applying her expertise to the tech sector, specifically in AI and NLP systems. Drawing from this extensive research, her Talk Type model categorizes human communication into distinct types that can be leveraged to enhance AI-human interaction.
Currently, she is focused on integrating these insights into AI systems for general interfacing, virtual companionship, mental health platforms, and other applications to create more human-centered, responsive, and adaptive AI solutions.
Episode Resource:
Talk Types: How What We Say Reveals Who We Are
https://amazon.com
How to reach Amanda:
eMail: amanda@amandakenderes.com
Website: https://AmandaKenderes.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandakenderes/
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A Statista Consumer Insights survey of 1,050
U.S. residents revealed that the top response regarding resolutions for 2025 was surprising: 4 in 10 respondents stated they do not plan to make any resolutions for the upcoming year. Why might that be?
It’s not too surprising, considering that research shows only 9-12% of people actually keep their New Year’s resolutions. So what does work?
A 2022 study found that setting daily intentions improved focus and emotional regulation in 73% of participants.
With that in mind, this episode will explore why resolutions often fall short—and how they differ from goals and intentions.
Plus we’ll look into Gabby Bernstein’s book, The
Universe Has You Back, to understand how fear can also get in the way of achieving our dreams even with the perfect plan.
The 3 Episode Takeaways:
1. Goals provide structure, resolutions inspire change, and intentions ground us in trust and purpose. Together, they form a balanced and holistic approach to personal growth.
2. Gabby Bernstein’s wisdom: “When we release fear and align with love, our intentions effortlessly manifest into reality.”
3. Gabby’s insight: Joy is our birthright, but we block it when we separate ourselves from love. We do this by giving purpose to pain, seeking power outside ourselves,
and placing our faith in fear instead of love. Reconnecting with love restores our joy and aligns us with the Universe.
Resources
The Universe Has Your Back: Transform Fear to Faith by Gabrielle Bernstein
https://amazon.com
Ep. 51, Intentions v Resolutions with help from Jay Shetty’s book: Think Like a Monk, Train Your
Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/J1jN4NfHsPb
Ep. 70, Let’s Keep Digging into Habits with Atomic Habits by James Clear
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/WLNs0ZtnLPb
Ep. 163, Rethinking Grit: Embracing Quit with Nicole Trick Steinbach
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/l5UwfrsnLPb
"Why Setting Intentions is More Effective Than Resolutions" - Psychology Today
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/a-different-lens/202212/better-than-a-resolution-try-a-new-years-intention
“America’s most popular New Year’s resolutions for 2025”
https://www.ajc.com/things-to-do/most-popular-new-years-resolutions-for-2025-in-us/WQ55E76N3NCG5ENB5ARKGE7EQA/#:~:text=According%20to%20YouGov%2C%20an%20international,the%20top%20resolution%20among%20respondents.
"The Science Behind Intentions and How to Set Them Effectively" - Mindful.org
https://www.mindful.org/4-ways-to-awaken-your-intention/
How goals, resolutions and intentions differ:
Goal: Achieving a specific result
Resolution: Changing a habit or behavior
Intention: Engaging with values and process
Questions to Help Plan 2025
1. What do I have now that I wished for in the past?
2. What changes would I like to make in 2025?
3. What do I want to bring into my life in 2025?
4. What am I settling for? What feels neutral or out of alignment?
5. What wins, accomplishments, and triumphs can I celebrate?
6. What challenges have I faced and what lessons have I learned?
7. What am I grateful for?
8. How has my life changed over the past year?
9. In what ways have I evolved and grown?
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With the news of President Jimmy Carter’s passing, I felt it was important to pause and reflect on the legacy of this extraordinary man. To honor him, I’m replaying an episode I did in October of this year dedicated to his life and contributions.
Melinda French Gates beautifully captured his essence when she said:
“One of my favorite teachings says: ‘To know that even one life has breathed easier because you lived, this is to have succeeded.’ We honor President Carter by remembering that because of him, life is healthier, better, and safer—not just for one life, but for millions.”
President Carter’s legacy goes far beyond his time in the White House. His humanitarian work, unwavering commitment to peace, and dedication to uplifting others have inspired generations. On a personal note, I’ve always thought of him as the Rock ‘n Roll President—a leader with a rhythm and authenticity all his own.
As we remember him today, let’s celebrate the compassion, humility, and humanity he brought to the world. I hope this replay reminds us of how one person’s courage and kindness can ripple across millions of lives.
Topics Covered:
President Carter’s key accomplishments in and out of office
Why Jimmy Carter is the Rock ‘n Roll President
Carter’s friendship with musicians
A marketing innovator when it came to campaign events
His quotes about leadership
Here are 3 takeaways from our episode:
1. Jimmy Carter certainly deserves to be called the Rock ‘n Roll president. He saw music as the one thing we all have in common no matter where live.
2. Jimmy inspires us to have faith, do what we believe to be right, no matter how much others may see as ‘inappropriate’.
3. While some will not look kindly on his time as President, he is an inspiring, decent human being. Thank you, Mr. President, for all you have done. I am grieving our
loss.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Jimmy Carter – Rock ‘n Roll President
https://www.jimmycartermovie.com/
https://www.newyorker.com/news/letter-from-the-south/jimmy-carters-rock-and-roll-legacy
https://theconversation.com/jimmy-carter-at-100-how-his-life-outside-the-white-house-proves-hes-long-been-ahead-of-his-time-240016
https://www.voanews.com/a/former-us-president-jimmy-carter-surpasses-one-year-in-hospice/7498654.html
https://www.southernliving.com/jimmy-carter-quotes-7976383
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Traditions remind us of the universal need to connect and find meaning. They ground us in a fast-moving world, giving us a sense of belonging and purpose. Today, we’ll
explore how rituals, big or small, hold the power to unite us across cultures, seasons, and generations.
Resources
https://faculty.haas.berkeley.edu/jschroeder/Publications/Hobson%20et%20al%20Psychology%20of%20Rituals.pdf#:~:text=People%20who%20did%20rituals%20showed%20fewer%20physiological,performed%20better%20than%20people%20who%20did%20not.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7840012/#:~:text=Their%20results%20showed%20that%20taking%20part%20in,significantly%20increased%20social%20bonding%20towards%20the%20group.&text=This%20not%20only%20demonstrated%20that%20rituals%20lead,feelings%20of%20social%20connectedness%20[19%2C%2031%2C%2032].
https://www.econstor.eu/bitstream/10419/303187/1/Intergenerational-Relations.pdf
Let's Celebrate! Special Days Around the World Picture Book
How Kids Celebrate Christmas Around the World (Kids
Around the World) Hardcover September 7, 2021
The Book of Hygge: The Danish Art of Contentment, Comfort, and Connection
All books can be purchased on Amazon: https://amazon.com.
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We have been so blessed to have had some amazing authors as guests. As a way to celebrate this we wanted to highlight them in this episode as a gift guide that touches both heart and our mind. Books have been broken into 4 sections and if you’d like to listen to the episode we suggest going to https://girltaketheleadpod.com, it’s
easy to search there but we’re also available on most podcast platforms.
All books can be purchased on Amazon: https://amazon.com.
Section 1: Empowering Leadership & Career Growth
182, Fearless Female Leaders by Kathy McAfee & Rosemary Paetow
192, LadyShark by Chrissy Grigoropoulos, Esq.
187, The New Rules of Influence by Lida Citroën
199, Pioneer Your Career Change by Lata Hamilton
202, Escaping the Career Trap by Tammy Alvarez.
Section 2: Self-Discovery & Personal Growth
145, Listening for Candor by Peter Yaholkovsky.
153, Name, Claim & Reframe Workbook by
Andrea Mein DeWitt
155, Heal the Four Woundings by Amber Ontiveros
173, Burned by Julie Bee
130, Happiness is a Habit by Michele Phillips
Section 3: Business & Inclusive Practices
143, All Up in Your Business by Julianna Newland
151, Tread Loudly by Kristine Cherek
147, Inclusive 360 by Bernadette Smith
Section 4, is Personal Stories & Inspiration
135, Lifeline by Lane Gardner, THREAD
149, I’d Rather Be Dead than Deaf by Andrea Wilson Woods from the Blue Faery Foundation
161, Well Sh*t by Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker
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Ziem Nguyen Neubert, Executive Director of Project Cornerstone at the YMCA of Silicon Valley, joins us to discuss the topic of loneliness.
Ziem leads an amazing team, working with school and community partners to support youth social and emotional well-being. Over 20 years of experience in education
– serving as a teacher, coordinator, assistant principal, and principal – has been instrumental in supporting her work in building relationships and driving the vision for Project Cornerstone. Ziem is passionate about fostering positive
skills, relationships, experiences, and honest conversations to create safe, caring, and equitable communities in Silicon Valley and beyond. Today, Project Cornerstone works with over 180 schools, reaching 62,000 students annually with
the help of over 4,000 volunteers.
Topics Covered:
Loneliness defined
Social media connectedness and loneliness
Misconceptions around loneliness
Friendships and different kinds of connections
3 ways we take care of ourselves: assess, plan,
act
3 Episode Takeaways
1. We may not want to get rid of loneliness – if we never experience sadness how will we experience joy?
It’s also a way to kick ourselves into gear and take some action when we notice it. It’s chronic loneliness we need to watch for.
2. Social media isn’t all bad but may not be as meaningful to us as a way to connect with others. It’s the choices we make. While the social tools can assist us in connecting and be convenient/fast, we have the choice to connect this way or pick up the phone or make a plan to visit someone.
3. There are a number of misconceptions around loneliness: like quantity matters, to feel lonely isn’t normal, we should feel shameful if we get lonely, loneliness only happens to
“old” people, and introverts are lonelier than extroverts (we all need along alone time to recharge). Friendship is a key way to address loneliness but it’s good to assess, plan, and take action when choosing friends.
Ziem’s Resources
The BIG document – report: “Our Epidemic of
Loneliness and Isolation – The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community”
https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/surgeon-general-social-connection-advisory.pdf
“US surgeon general Vivek Murthy: ‘Loneliness is
like hunger, a signal we’re lacking something for survival’” (January 29, 2024)
https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/jan/29/us-surgeon-general-vivek-murthy-loneliness-mental-health-epidemic-social-media
“New Surgeon General Advisory Raises Alarm about the Devastating Impact of the Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation in the United States” (May 3, 2023)
https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/05/03/new-surgeon-general-advisory-raises-alarm-about-devastating-impact-epidemic-loneliness-isolation-united-states.html
“Loneliness Among Teens Has Increased Over the Years Violence, depression, and radicalization realities are telling.” (May 30, 2022)
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cultural-neuroscience/202205/loneliness-among-teens-has-increased-over-the-years
Card or Gift Items Ziem Liked from Our Store
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Lotus Heart with the
sentiment: “I carry your heart with me – I carry it in my heart” e.e. cummings.
How to reach Ziem:
LinkedIn account: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ziem-neubert/
eMail: ziem@projectcornerstone.org
Website: www.projectcornerstone.org
You can make a donation there. Click on ‘Community’ for
access to a number of resources.
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/projectcornerstone
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/projcornerstone/
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So today we’ll talk a bit about procrastination during the holidays and its link to stress and overwhelm. Yeah, I know, I can see your eyes rolling and you’re saying: Really, Yo? Do we have to understand this, right now? I don’t really have the time!
And that’s the point, you guys. Just listening to this might open up some space for you to be calmer and more peaceful.
You may be like me and not see yourself as a procrastinator but you know, if you take an honest look, I’m sure you’re procrastinating about something this very moment. We all do it.
You can find a guide to a stress free holiday as outlined in the episode here: https://girltaketheleadpod.com/blog/7-steps-to-stress-free-holiday
Related Resources & Episodes
Eisenhower Matrix
https://www.goodsignals.com/blog/eisenhower-matrix/
Ep 119, Overdoing? A Mindful Reminder to Manage Our Stress, Release People Pleasing, Set Boundaries, and Practice Being Present.
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/WUI7gdxO3Ob
Ep 110, Reflecting on Regret: Exploring Daniel Pink’s ‘The Power of Regret
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/1sFUu1yO3Ob
Ep 76, “Don’t Take It So Personally!” – Can Daniel Goleman and Brené Brown Help Us Understand the Comment?
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/77Gi5QAO3Ob
Ep 71, Let’s Talk People Pleasing with Dr. Ilene S. Cohen, author of When It’s Never About You.
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/xvLYMCCO3Ob
Ep 69, A Simple Model for Changing Habits
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/4Ik8tDCO3Ob
Ep 47, ‘Tis the Season for Overdoing: What Brené Brown and Cory Muscara Have to Say!
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/InRGhiFO3Ob
Ep 39, Be A Terri Cole
Boundary Boss in Training, Too!
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/sre35xGO3Ob
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Lisa DeFrank-Cole, Gen X, joins Yo who talks with us about resiliency and other important traits for women leaders. Lisa is Director and F Duke Perry Endowed Professor of Leadership Studies at West Virginia University, and is widely known for her academic and practical expertise in women’s leadership.
She is a leadership coach and has been coauthor/coeditor of the following three academic books about women and leadership including an award-winning textbook:.
Women and Leadership:
Journey Toward Equity
A Research Agenda for
Gender and Leadership
Women’s Leadership
Journeys: Stories, Research, and Novel Perspectives
Lisa overcame many stereotypes as a first-generation college graduate from Appalachia to reach where she is today. WV Living magazine named her a “Wonder Woman” in 2019, celebrating her for defying barriers and working towards uplifting West Virginia.
Topics Covered:
Why resiliency is an important leadership trait
What other skills/traits women offer
What are gender norms & alignment
Likeability vs competence
Masculine and feminine traits
What are different strategies to promote equity
What is a leader identity (claiming vs granting)
3 Episode Takeaways
1. Hardiness is needed for women to be leaders. Resilience is the ability to get back up after being knocked down and trying again. Women face challenges that are different than men when it comes to leadership.
2. There’s a flexibility and empathy women bring to leadership situations. Because we are scanners women can assess where people are coming from. Research states women bring a transformational approach into organizations. Women can be the “glue” that holds things together which can be unrewarded and
overlooked.
3. Gender norms are changing but not equable yet. It is going in both directions for men and women. Leaders are seen in their ability to make decisions or be agents of change, and how society perceives these differently for men and women is the real challenge.
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More About Lisa:
Lisa has 15+ years as a speaker at the International Leadership Association Global Conferences presenting on Women and Leadership. She has been recognized with awards for dedication to women and leadership, including the Mary Catherine Buswell Award, the West Virginia Wonder Woman Award, and the Harriet E. Lyon Endowed Professorship in Women’s and Gender Studies. She is a Fulbright Specialist Scholar and taught leadership to women in the Middle East.
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eMail:
L.DeFrank.Cole@gmail.com
Website:
lisadefrankcole.com
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Giving Tuesday is December 3, 2024 and we wanted to share some ideas for organizations you might want to consider in your giving plan this year. In the past year we’ve been fortunate to have had the following guests that featured very cool organizations and you’ll find the ways to contact them for any donations below:
Organizations:
Ep. 135, Unleashing Creative Brilliance: A Conversation
with Lane Gardner
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/ZQM2HynUQOb
THREAD: www.threadconnects.org
Ep. 149, Turning Pain into Purpose: The Origin of Blue
Faery w Andrea Wilson Woods
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/62UN0s3wIOb
Blue Faery: https://www.bluefaery.org/
Ep. 157, Mothers’ Day Movement 2024: Supporting African
Education Program
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/EQGXupd5HOb
Donate: https://www.mothersdaymovement.org/
Ep. 165, Global Impact & Leadership: ReSurge Intl’s
Mission with Claire Lechance
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/O3v4rnd5HOb
Donate: https://resurge.org
Ep. 169, Suparna Vashist: Creating Pathways to
Sustainability, Conservation, Gender Equality and Mental Wellbeing
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/HFj4omd5HOb
Marine Institute Maui Ocean Center
www.mocmarineinstitute.org
Maui Nui Marine Resource Council
https://www.mauireefs.org/
Project Coyote
https://projectcoyote.org/
One Reef Micronesia
https://onereef.org/
Ep. 190, Wealth, Resilience, & Abundance: Insights from Scott Galloway and the Nancy Walton Laurie Leadership Institute of Chi Omega
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/XAqhdG9uQOb
Donate: https://give.chiomega.com/CSiDonate/Give.aspx/Y7QYEDTW#c
Ep. 167, Empowering Women in Philanthropy: Heather McLeod Grant Redefines Traditional Giving
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/R7UhWmd5HOb
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Judy Bornstein, Boomer, joins me to discuss conflict – whoa! Judy is the Founder of C Suite Resolutions, where she provides mediation, ombuds services, conflict and negotiation coaching, and corporate trainings to organizations and executives. She has worked extensively as a CFO and Chief Compliance Officer, and brings her business experience to her work in addressing conflict.
Topics Covered:
Conflict definition
Disagreement vs conflict
Gossip
Consequences of pushing down conflict
Costs involved in unresolved conflicts
How organizations set themselves up to handle conflicts
Ombuds (trained independent designated neutral to build
trust)
Working in conflict and understanding our reactions
Mediations
Three Episode Takeaways
1. If we only think of conflict as a fight we can lose that it can be a really powerful engine for creativity, change, and self-reflection.
2. Responses to conflict can fall along gender lines. Many women are raised to “be nice” and “be good”, and told “don’t make a scene”. Women may be uncomfortable acknowledging a conflict so will be quiet or not address it directly, and there is less latitude for women to express conflict than is often afforded to men
3. Humans are naturally (evolutionarily) wired to not like conflict, so that means our managers, bosses, and leaders probably don’t like conflict. As a result conflict may pushed down or silenced, which can lead to unintentional consequences like blaming the people involved rather than learning from the situation. Conflict is an inherent part of growth and innovation in organizations.
Great Quotes:
Hope is not a strategy.
We may have conflict because we are wise enough to see the complexity in our world.
If you have conflict in your life it doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with you.
Conflict can be perplexing.
Episode Resources:
Baruch Bush:
https://www.beyondintractability.org/bksum/bush-promise
More About Judy:
Judy is a doctoral candidate at Penn State University where her research interests center around organizational conflict. She holds a Masters in Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine University’s Caruso School of Law, and an MBA from Simmons University in Boston, where she graduated first in her class. Judy is a Mediation trainer and serves on the San Francisco Bar Association Mediation Panel and on the Arbitration Panel for FINRA (the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority).
She is a regular mediator for the Congress of Neutrals where she mediates court cases in Contra Costa County, CA. Judy also co-facilitates a Transformative Mediation group inside San Quentin State Prison, where she offers mediation and conflict-resolution training to incarcerated men interested in non-violent conflict resolution.
How to reach Judy:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judybornstein/
Email: jb@csuiteresolutions.com
Website: www.csuiteresolutions.com
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Tammy Alvarez, Gen X, joins Yo to discuss her new book, Escaping the Career Trap, Transform Your Apathy, a self-leadership blueprint for high achievers who want to experience true career fulfillment.
Tammy is the CEO of the Career Winners Circle, author, professional keynote speaker, inspirational coach, and former corporate executive. Her spirited “Break All the Rules” approach blends C-Suite experience with a pragmatic, results-based coaching style that helps business professionals create a big impact and love every Monday again.
Tammy’s book is written for people who feel disenfranchised and the “so what” is this: when you start to become the CEO of “You Inc.”, everything changes.
Topics Covered:
Research findings around apathy
How to transform apathy or “just good enough”
phase
Being the CEO of your career
Beyond personal branding
Aligning companies & personal employee
ambitions
Personal exploration of our passion
Skills to build resilience by failing
successfully (experimental mindset)
3 Episode Takeaways
1. We can break the career trap cycle by knowing what we do want to do, what we love doing, what we want to do next, and why you want to do it. If we find those things that are so natural for us and needed elsewhere, that’s where the magic happens.
2. The Gartner research determined that 80% of respondents came back satisfied with their job and only 20% came back caring about what they do. When you connect your personal ambition to your personal aspiration with the company’s goals, individuals are more fulfilled and companies thrive.
3. What if we treated our “frenemies” as our best customer or negotiate when new work comes along? We could be seen as a stronger leader.
Episode Resource:
Tammy’s book: Escaping the Career Trap, Transform Your Apathy into Ambition
https://amazon.com
Ep 52, Personal Branding: Can’t Leave Home Without One – Let’s Craft Yours!
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/wrM8DpkvBOb
Ep. 112, Eww: Failure Resume
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/9AF1UJgvBOb
More About Tammy
During her 20-year corporate career, Tammy became a renowned business transformation and turnaround expert. She held roles as a Managing Director at AIG, First Senior Vice President at Bank Leumi USA, Chief Operating Officer at Genesis10, and Senior Vice President at Bank of America. Each role relied upon Tammy’s vision and leadership to mobilize large, globally diverse teams to drive complex business transformation initiatives.
She would tell her 20-something self to: “have a heavy dose
of perspective”.
How to reach Tammy:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammyalvarez/
Email: support@careerwinnerscircle.com
website: https://careerwinnerscircle.com/
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Drew Turner, Millennial, joins Yo to discuss the McKinsey Women in the Workplace 2024 – the 10th Anniversary Report.
Drew began her leadership journey in retail at Williams Sonoma, eventually transitioning into Learning
and Development at Tesla. She’s passionate about helping women break free from societal expectations and step confidently into leadership roles. Her vision is
a world where women lead boldly and empathetically, breaking barriers for future generations.
Drew is also Yo’s Chi Omega Fraternity sister and when they attended The Nancy Walton Laurie Leadership Institute, Yo knew she’d offer all of us rich leadership insights.
Topics Covered:
Women representation at C-suite positions
Barriers women face in the pipeline
Reaching gender parity
Making career changes
Kinds of training and education needed
Micro aggressions
3 Episode Takeaways
1. While women make up 29% of C-suite (2015 it was 17%) it will take 22 years for white women to reach parity - and even longer for women with color.
2. The Broken Rung disconnect is about the lack of women moving into the manager level: For every
100 men, 81 women are promoted to manager (as of 2024). Another finding: women are no more optimistic than in the past.
3. It’s good to remember that we can give ourselves permission to change it up by listening to ourselves
and our intuition. All the experiences we have come along with us in making a career change.
Episode Resource:
Article: https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/women-in-the-workplace
More About Drew
As the founder of her coaching business, Drew focuses on empowering women to overcome self-doubt and
burnout, helping them lead with confidence and authenticity. With a focus on empathy and resilience, she equips women to create lasting impact in their
careers.
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LinkedIn Profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewturner2/,
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We've hit a milestone, 200 episodes, and we're doing something special - this episode is a compilation of 17 different voices from different generations who answered the question: What would you tell your 20 something self today? The answers are amazing!!
When considering this question as your host, I see some of my own optimism and naiveté during those years. As a warning my comments speak to Roe v Wade which greatly impacted my 20s and I wanted to speak about that. So if
abortion rights are a trigger for you, you may want to skip this episode.
Generational Voices & Episode Links:
GenZ
Hannah
Ep. 161, Balancing Act: GenZ Insights on Work and Life with Hannah MacDonald-Dennecker
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/HZnRmQ2vwOb
Millennial
Dom & Julie Anne
Ep. 157, Mothers’ Day Movement 2024: Supporting African Education Program
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/Z2IqqR2vwOb
Julie Bee
Ep. 173, Conquering Burnout: From Recognition to Recovery – Meet Author, Julie Bee
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/M3NK5fRvwOb
Chrissy
Ep 192, The Ladyshark Mindset: Abundance, Bravery & Courage w Crissy Grigoropoulos, Esq.
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/i2OR4AFvwOb
Gen X
Melissa
Ep. 176, Mind Your Own Karma: Melissa Brunetti on Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery and Healing
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/U8WfffRvwOb
Claire
Ep. 165, Global Impact & Leadership: ReSurge International’s Mission with Claire Lachance
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/Fcx1eP2vwOb
Anne
Ep 178, Self-Care in Times of Change: Anne Shoemaker’s Advice on Letting Go of Control
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/bEPCGeRvwOb
Suparna
Ep. 169, Suparna Vashisht: Creating Pathways to Sustainability, Conservation, Gender Equality
and Mental Wellbeing
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/KMJTaO2vwOb
Janine & Andrea
Ep. 196, Avatar-Led Learning: Revolutionizing Emotional Intelligence Training by Innovating Difficult Conversations
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/ljm4UzFvwOb
Kim
Ep. 185, Leadership w Heart: Kim Dechaine on Intuition, Self-Awareness, & Mental Wellness
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/biYLtSOvwOb
Boomers
Paula
Ep. 184, The Sacred Journey to Authentic Leadership & Gender Equity with Paula Stone Williams
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/UHEHjbRvwOb
Lida
Ep 187, Redefining Influence: Lida Citroën's New Rules for REAL Leadership
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/epVLpCFvwOb
GenZ/Millennial/Boomer
Kiki, Em & Yo
Ep. 172, Brandy Melville to Facebook: Cultish Traits in Pop
Culture – Insights from Cultish by Amanda Montell
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/d70vmgRvwOb
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Lata Hamilton, Millennial, returns to the show to discuss
her new book, Pioneer Your Career Change, The Proven Path To Change Careers with Confidence and Earn Your Worth. Yay!! Lata is a Change Leadership and Confidence expert, the creator of the “Leading Successful Change” program and the Founder & CEO of Passion Pioneers.
Together, we explored these topics:
Why changing careers with confidence is importantHow to make a change and things to consider 5 step formula for career change process“Don’t follow someone else’s path”Portfolio (Pick ‘n Mix) careers6 areas of our lives & alignmentTypes of career costsPower of forgiveness
Here are the three takeaways from today’s episode:
1. So many times we push and struggle to make our careers happen and if we just let go of our expectation we can make changes. Lata said this: “…your career is your launch pad to the rest of your life”.
2. Lata’s 5 steps were: calculate the costs, remember your worth, get clear on career, commit to change, and carve your path. These can help us come from a place of authenticity and identify what we specifically want.
3. We are not a one-dimension person. We need to look at our lives holistically and career is only 1/6 with inter relationships with other areas (like finance, spirituality,
health…).
As Mentioned:
Lata’s book: Pioneer Your Career Change
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DKJL1ZW9
https://www.latahamilton.com/pioneer
Ep. 37, Leading Change: Influence over Authority with Lata Hamilton
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ebpdx6VMlNb
Events Lata Offers:
Book launch November 12, 2024
You can register for exclusive Book Bonuses and join a free 30-Day Book Club to celebrate the launch
her book: https://www.latahamilton.com/pioneerbook
BOOK CLUB KICK OFF PARTY
Thursday 14 November
6.00pm-6.30pm AEDT (Sydney time)
Online via Zoom
Need to register using above link.
More About Lata:
After tripling her salary in just 3 years to almost $200,000, her mission is to help millennial women carve their own paths for change in career, leadership and life, and find the confidence and authenticity to truly earn their worth. Lata has worked with some of Australia’s biggest companies on changes that have impacted over 100,000 people, operating model changes impacting thousands, global cultural transformations, and digital transformation that is literally changing the way that we work.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latahamilton/
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In our previous episode we introduced Rich Hanson, Drew Westen and Amy Chua, experts in political anxiety and we’ll call on them again in this episode. We’ll examine what they have to say about emotional recovery to help us after this presidential election.
Topics Covered:
Post-Election Emotional Recovery
Mindfulness and Self-Compassion: "taking in the good"
focus
Understanding Emotional Aftershocks
Overcoming Tribalistic Divides
Practical Self-Care Tips
Reflection on National Resilience
Here are 3 takeaways from our episode:
1. Drawing on Rick Hanson’s guidance, we can use mindfulness practices like "taking in the good" to counter negative emotions and cultivate resilience.
Emphasizing moments of positivity can help us stay grounded and manage post-election stress.
2. Drew Westen highlights that election-induced emotions don’t simply fade but can linger as "emotional aftershocks." These residual feelings of anger,
fear, or disappointment may affect relationships and public discourse, so it’s important to be aware of these lingering tensions as people process the election’s outcome.
3. According to Amy Chua, overcoming tribal divides involves recognizing diverse identities, fostering empathy, and working on shared community goals. This can be accomplished through local actions and open dialogue, allowing individuals to see each other as allies rather than adversaries, despite differing views.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Chris Davis: Freedom from Suffering about the Election
Rick Hanson:
https://www.amazon.com/
Let Be, Let Go, Let In 15-Minute Guided Meditation
https://www.bu.edu/articles/2024/anxious-about-election/
https://rickhanson.com/dos-and-donts-of-virtuous-conduct/
https://rickhanson.com/topics-for-personal-growth/navigating-political-turmoil/
https://rickhanson.com/how-to-promote-healthy-human-politics/
Amy Chua, Political Tribes: Group Instinct and the Fate of Nations
https://www.amazon.com/
Drew Weston, The Political Brain: The Role of Emotion in Deciding the Fate of the Nation
https://www.amazon.com/
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In many of our past episodes we’ve uncovered
aspects of emotions that can come up when we’re stressed plus this month we’re looking into the topic of conflict so today’s episode goes into both these areas by looking at the political anxiety many of us may be experiencing around the upcoming Presidential election. No matter where you fall on the political spectrum we seem to all experiencing the same sensation of fear resulting from the polarization we’re feeling. We thought it might be helpful to take a deeper look at this by exploring the what and the why when it comes to feeling this way, particularly as election day approaches.
We’ll call on 3 experts to guide us: Rick Hanson, Amy Chua, and Drew Westen Ph.D.
Rick Hanson, Ph.D., is a neuropsychologist and New York Times best-selling author. His books include Hardwiring Happiness, Buddha's Brain, Just One Thing, Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness. He’ll help us learn more about mindfulness and emotional regulation.
And Amy Chua is author of the Political Tribes:
Group Instinct and the Fate of Nations. She is a noted expert in the fields of ethnic conflict and
globalization and will help us learn about tribalism and identity politics.
Drew Westen, author The Political Brain, The
Role of Emotion in Deciding the Fate of the Nation, is a clinical, personality, and political psychologist and neuroscientist. He will help us see how emotions, particularly fear and anger influence politics.
This will be a 2 part series. This is the
episode covering the pre-election and the other will be post-election.
Topics Covered:
Political Anxiety Defined
Rick Hanson’s Concept of “Paper Tiger Paranoia”
Virtuous Conduct
Tribalism and Identity Politics (Amy Chua)
Emotions in Politics (Drew Westen)
Statistics on the 2024 Election Campaign (Pew Research Center)
Mindfulness, Empathy, and Connection
Here are 3 takeaways from our episode:
1. Political anxiety, driven by high-stakes issues like abortion and climate change, is often intensified by our brain's tendency to overestimate threats, known as "paper tiger paranoia." Mindfulness can help manage these fears by grounding us in reality and reducing the sense of being overwhelmed.
2. Tribalism, as described by Amy Chua,
worsens political anxiety by creating an "us vs. them" mentality. While polarization grows, she remains optimistic that local, community-driven
efforts can bridge divides and foster empathy.
3. Emotions in politics play a major role
in voter decision-making, with campaigns often exploiting fear and anger. Drew Westen highlights that positive emotions, like hope and authenticity, can inspire greater political engagement and help alleviate political anxiety.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Rick Hanson:
https://www.amazon.com/
Let
Be, Let Go, Let In 15-Minute Guided Meditation
https://www.bu.edu/articles/2024/anxious-about-election/
https://rickhanson.com/dos-and-donts-of-virtuous-conduct/
https://rickhanson.com/topics-for-personal-growth/navigating-political-turmoil/
https://rickhanson.com/how-to-promote-healthy-human-politics/
Amy Chua, Political Tribes: Group Instinct and the Fate of Nations
https://www.amazon.com/
Drew Weston, The Political Brain: The Role of Emotion in Deciding the Fate of the Nation
https://www.amazon.com/
https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2024/10/10/voters-feelings-about-the-2024-campaign-and-election-outcomes-concerns-about-political-violence/
Peace of Wild Things by
Wendell Berry
https://www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk/poem/peace-wild-things-0/
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Janine Klein, CEO & Co-Founder, and Andrea Canny, Actor & Interactive Learning Specialist, of the Emotional Intelligence Institute (Eii), join Yo to talk about how avatar-led training is delivering human-focused solutions. Eii is taking the power of creative storytelling and instead of using it to entertain, they help people understand each other on a deeper level. Their mission is to create immersive training experiences that blend artistry with emotional intelligence.
Janine is an Innovator of immersive learning, virtual and live action simulations and role play experiences. She is a film & theatre actor, storytelling/improv and EQ consulting and awarded playwright. As Owner and Creative Director, she leads her team in pioneering methods for leader development and challenging conversations, making a definitive impact in the fields of defense, healthcare, and education.
Andrea, you may remember, is my beloved sister-in-law and amazing performer with a 40-year career spanning through Asia, Europe, and the USA. She’s joined us on 4 other episodes and you can check below for those details. Her Disney career began at Disney’s MGM Studios as the original Belle (Beauty and the Beast), original Laverne (The Hunchback of Notre Dame), Adventurers Club, and more. Andrea was voted Vocalist of the Decade on Broadwayworld.com in 2020. She also won Critic’s Pick: Best Actress in a Musical 2018 for her portrayal of Mama Rose in Gypsy at the Garden Theatre.
Topics covered in the Episode:
Emotional Intelligence Institute Origins
Avatar-Led Demonstration
Benefits of using Avatar-Led Training
Improvisation & Storytelling Role
Client Feedback
Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. A demo really helps put yourself in the role and you will find yourself suspending disbelief. The technology allows one to practice and do a dress rehearsal so the body can be relaxed during what can be difficult conversations.
2. Avatar-led technology is different than role-playing because of the vulnerability involved in 1:1 conversation with people can have unintended consequences while avatar-led training allows individual practice and results in complete buy-in.
3. The actor/avatar provides the safe-space (no right or wrong) to allow participants reveal their personal stories that they’re naturally open to in life for their own self-discovery.
Other Episodes On Topic:
Ep. 191, The Art of Storytelling: Building Abundance Through Personal Narratives w Andrea Sampson
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/QfjRzAFODNb
Ep. 76, “Don’t Take It So Personally!” & Emotional Intelligence
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/2f8jMSuODNb
Other Episodes with Andrea Canny:
Ep. 1, Wait, I can Sound Wimpy
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/8iGXusmODNb
Ep. 2, Is Leadership Funny?
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/yGgkAmpODNb
Ep. 3, Betty White: More than Just Funny?
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/dtcRjmpODNb
Ep. 89, Andrea Canny Discusses: Ageism, Interviewing, Pay Gaps, Talents, & Seeing Our Gifts
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/hdtUePuODNb
The Eii Demo Offer:
https://eiieq.com/contact/
How to reach or follow Janine & Eii:
https://info@eiieq.com
How to reach Andrea Canny:
Andrea has her own Proofreading/Editing business (books, scripts, etc.) and her coaching studio for corporate speakers and private & group coaching in vocal performance & the business of entertainment for performers. You can email her at acannyvisionandvoice@gmail.com or check out her website for more info. www.andreacanny.com
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This month we’ve been talking about grief and this episode could be an example of anticipatory grief because we’re talking about Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States who recently on Oct 1 celebrated his 100th birthday.
Our hope is that you'll be inspired by this short Sound Bite episode.
There is a ton of things to admire about him – I recently shared some of them with some Millennials I know who said, "Wow, I had no idea" so we're taking the
opportunity today to share some of my learning with you about this man.
Topics Covered:
President Carter’s key accomplishments in and
out of office
Why Jimmy Carter is the Rock ‘n Roll President
Carter’s friendship with musicians
A marketing innovator when it came to campaign
events
His quotes about leadership
Here are 3 takeaways from our episode:
1. Jimmy Carter certainly deserves to be called the Rock ‘n Roll president. He saw music as the one thing we all have in common no matter where live.
2. Jimmy inspires us to have faith, do what we believe to be right, no matter how much others may see as ‘inappropriate’.
3. While some will not look kindly on his time as President, he is an inspiring, decent human being. Thank you, Mr. President, for all you have done. I am already grieving our loss.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Jimmy Carter – Rock ‘n Roll President
https://www.jimmycartermovie.com/
https://www.newyorker.com/news/letter-from-the-south/jimmy-carters-rock-and-roll-legacy
https://theconversation.com/jimmy-carter-at-100-how-his-life-outside-the-white-house-proves-hes-long-been-ahead-of-his-time-240016
https://www.voanews.com/a/former-us-president-jimmy-carter-surpasses-one-year-in-hospice/7498654.html
https://www.southernliving.com/jimmy-carter-quotes-7976383
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Ellyn Katherine Shamalov, Millennial, joins us to discuss a bit more about loss, grief, separation, self-acceptance, and manifestation.
Ellyn is an Enlightenment Mentor, Quantum
Healer, International Speaker, 2x Best-selling Author + Soul-care Coach specializing in the Akashic Records.
In early 2023, Ellyn’s life was upended when her partner made the decision to take his life. From despair, grief, guilt, and anger, she found herself immersed in emotional
struggles that tested her resolve like never before. Ellyn utilized her own Quantum Enlightenment System and illuminated years of anguish, despite the
common belief of grief’s never-ending cycle.
In this loss, she has been able to claim wisdom and enlightenment and continues to thrive in strength and
empowerment.
Ellyn’s goal is to support others as they embark on their journey by clearing any self-doubt, limiting beliefs, past traumas, and generational patterns. In doing so they will be able to transcend fear, express their authentic inner self, feel liberated and joyful, and step into the realm of
living their most authentic expression of their sovereign self.
Topics covered in the Episode:
Quantum Enlightenment System
Seven Life Lessons
Separation & Grief & Forgiveness & Guilt
Feedback & Triggering
Manifestation = Recognition + Acceptance + Choice
Law of Reflection
Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. Our reaction to life is not determined by what’s happening around us or to us, but rather what’s
happening inside us. Everything is a mirror of us.
2. The Seven Life Lessons are: acceptance
of change, the power of gratitude, embracing failure as a teacher, letting go of control, live authentically, the importance of connection, and finding meaning in adversity. These lessons can be applied to grief, leadership, or any other area of personal development.
3. Manifestation (Recognition + Acceptance + Choice) is about the law of reflection which is about consciously shaping our thoughts, beliefs, and actions to align with our goals.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Ep. 192, Grief Explore:
Emotional Complexity, Healing, with Insights from David Kessler’s Finding Meaning w Other Experts we Love
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/p8B1YMDsqNb
Ep. 61. Alignment, Forgiveness, & The Forgiveness Workbook by Dr. Ilene S. Cohen Discussion
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/fZSP3BjtqNb
Ep. 128, From Vision to Reality: Lessons from Mike Dooley’s Manifesting Change
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/NyqXj1dtqNb
Ep. 171. Building Connections: Lessons from Chi Omega Sorority Sisters and 'Together' by Vivek Murthy, MD
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/GVaFvf9sqNb
Ep. 170. Species Loneliness: Understanding Our Need for Animal Connections – Insights from Richard
Louv’s book, Our Wild Calling.
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/qbJICk9sqNb
Ep. 92. Emotions,
Discernment, Powering-Through, Clarity, & Body-Connection with Bessi Graham
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/6z1s5FhtqNb
Ellyn’s Special Offer:
Text “Manifest” to 561-862-2932 for a complimentary experiential session
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support@acceleratinghealingwithellyn.com
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Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU80WII5HI9krVlAcxIx0mA
BLUE BLOOD WISDOM Podcast
Expand your consciousness with tools and techniques you can use to transform and raise your vibration instantly.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blue-blood-wisdom-with-ellyn-katherine/id1508443616
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So we like to cover books and have guests on the show to
talk about emotions so we can be better leaders and based on the number of listens, you like to explore those topics with us. And there’s one emotion we
realized was suspiciously absent from our list. And that emotion was grief.
As some of you know we recently lost the dog we’ve had the pleasure of loving and caring for, over the last 7 years, Caitlin. She was a very spicy 13 yo Frenchie and we are so grateful to her breeder who thought it would be great for her to live her later years with us.
There were several things that the event of losing Cait, as
we liked to call her, brought to the forefront as I went through the process of grieving.
Here’s what we’ll cover in the episode so you can choose to listen or not and it’s okay if it’s not – grief is a complex and difficult topic, particularly if you’re going through something right now.
Topics Covered:
What is grief? And we’ll reference Brené Brown’s Atlas of the Heart for that.
Is the grief of losing a pet different from
losing a person we love?
Can grief bring other losses to the forefront?
Is the experience of grief different if it’s
sudden rather than having the time to prepare?
How do emotions around grief like guilt
manifest themselves?
What does the author, David Kessler, have to
say about the Sixth Stage of Grief of finding meaning?
What does the author, Victor Frankel, say about
grief?
Here are 3 takeaways from our episode:
1. Grief is deeply personal and complex:
Grief isn't limited to the death of a loved one and can manifest through a wide range of emotions, often involving sadness, guilt, or anger.
2. Grieving a pet can bring up layered losses: The loss of a pet can trigger cumulative grief, where past
losses reemerge and intensify the current experience. While society may not always acknowledge the depth of pet grief, it can be just as profound as grieving a loved one. Pets provide emotional support and companionship, making their absence felt in everyday life.
3. Finding meaning is a crucial part of healing: David Kessler's "Sixth Stage of Grief" teaches that
healing goes beyond accepting loss; it's about discovering meaning in the aftermath. This process helps us honor the memory of what we've lost and find
purpose in life again. Meaning is personal and can come from ongoing connections with loved ones, rituals, or reflecting on the lessons their lives offered.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown
Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief by David Kessler
On Death and Dying Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
Motherless Daughters and The AfterGrief by Hope Edelmann
Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankel
Bittersweet by Susan Cain
https://www.amazon.com/
Ep 23 Part 1 of 2 – Bittersweet
(Susan Cain): How do Sorrow and Longing Help Us Lead?
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/znsJe8hFlNb
Ep 24 Part 2 of 2 – Bittersweet (Susan Cain): How do the Arts Play a Role in Seeing Our Whole Selves?
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/xtihY7hFlNb
Ep 111 – More About Daniel Pink’s ‘Power of Regret’ – From Regrets to Resilience
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/JIv88ffFlNb
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Chrissy Grigoropoulos, Esq., Millennial, is a self-made millionaire and author of the book, LadyShark: How to Become a Millionaire in Your 30s. She is founder of the multi-location law firm, The Grigoropoulos Law Group. She is a corporate real estate broker for Property Shark Realty Inc., an investor, and CEO of IME Sharks Inc. She has appeared as a finance expert on Fox News, Yahoo! and more.
Topics covered in the Episode:
LadyShark book overview
Step 1 being brave and having courage
Step 5 confidence and what we wear
Step 6 LadyShark organization
Self-respect
Step 8 what it means to be rich
Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. Naysayers can get in the way and keep us down and the key is to believe in yourself. Sometimes you surprise yourself. The sky is not the limit.
2. We do make assessments about what we wear and what others wear. It can reflect what we think about ourselves. We need people to believe we are capable. Naysayers are usually people not as successful as us and our cheerleaders usually are.
3. You’ll find you need help so it’s important to find mentors who know more than us. We need to own who you are, the good and the bad, and acknowledge how far we’ve come. Also important is to avoid comparing yourself to others, only compare yourself to where you want to be and where you are.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Chrissy Grigoropulos book:
LadyShark: How to Become a Millionaire in Your 30s.
https://www.amazon.com/
More About Chrissy:
Chrissy founded her own law firm, GLG, while still in her 20s. She handles large exposure personal injury lawsuits, high-profile criminal defense, and workers’ compensation cases coupled with third-party actions. As a litigator and trial attorney, she has vast experience in criminal defense. She also appears as trial counsel for other law firms, litigating their personal injury lawsuits in New York courts, and at arbitrations and mediations.
From an early age, Grigoropoulos worked hard to
achieve her goals. Notably, she finished high school at the age of 16 and received her BA from St. Joseph’s College at 19. She earned her JD from Western
Michigan University’s Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2013.
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Andrea Sampson, Boomer, joins us to talk
about storytelling and the importance it has for building abundance.
Andrea, CEO and Founder of Talk Boutique, blends her astute listening skills and insight into human behavior to coach leaders and speakers in crafting impactful stories. With over two decades in marketing and advertising, Andrea's prowess in connecting with audiences has transitioned into her role as a TED-trained Speaker Coach, where she excels in making complex, technical subjects relatable and esteemed. Her work extends to training Singularity University faculty globally and contributing to the TEDx initiative, underlining her commitment to shaping a future marked by kindness, equity, and sustainability. Through regular interviews with visionaries, Andrea fosters a dialogue on creating a better world, starting now.
Topics covered in the Episode:
Stories we tell ourselves about abundance
Everyone can be a storyteller
Limitations we have around storytelling
Storytelling and personal branding
Effective storytelling
Benefits of being a storyteller
Storytelling skill resources
Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. We all are storytellers, it’s innate to who we are.
2. Storytelling can be learned and Andrea offers steps and resources to help with this.
3. Storytelling increases our understanding and helps carry ideas, deepens connections with others, and lives
within the words we use to tell the story.
Mentioned in the episode:
Ep. 52, Personal Branding: Can’t Leave Home Without One – Let’s Craft Yours
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/Ncxlr54HOMb
More About Andrea:
Her role was instrumental in bringing Singularity University to Canada, where as Head of Faculty for SingularityU Canada, she merged her communication skills with the exponential technologies shaping our future. Her leadership extended to overseeing the certification of Singularity University’s faculty globally, ensuring the highest standards of excellence in presentations and speaking using a TED-style approach for technical speakers.
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https://talkboutique.com
FB:
https://www.facebook.com/talkboutiqueinc/
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https://www.youtube.com/@talk.boutique
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This month we’re all about Abundance and this episode
continues the conversation by doing two things:
The first is covering the book, The Algebra of Wealth, A Simple Formula for Financial Security, by Scott Galloway. I had seen several posts by Galloway on LinkedIn and thought he had a lot to say about wealth, both from the functional and higher vibrational
level.
And the second thing will be to share some recent learnings about Resilience I’ve had over the weekend when I attended the Nancy Walton Laurie Leadership Institute of Chi Omega in Memphis, TN.
Topics Covered:
Key economic statistics
“True advice” research findings
Galloway’s wealth algebraic equation
Emotional security
Deep dive into resilience
Here are 3 takeaways from our episode:
1. Despite the challenges we face, the future holds incredible opportunities for those who remain focused, adaptable, and willing to invest in themselves.
2. Economic security isn’t just about how much you earn, but about what you keep and how you use it.
3. By embracing a mindset of resilience and long-term thinking, we can redefine success and build lives of abundance, free from the anxieties that have weighed down previous generations. Remember, wealth is not just about money—it’s about choices. And when you take control of your financial future, you gain the freedom to live on your own terms.”
Mentioned in the Episode:
The Algebra of Wealth, A Simple Formula For Financial Security, Scott Galloway
https://profgmedia.com/books/
Ep. 163, Rethinking Grit: Embracing Quit with Nicole Trick Steinbach (Annie Duke’s book)
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ZKkPRCHFOMb
Nicole Trick Steinbach Podcast: Build Your Brave Career
https://tricksteinbach.com/bravepodcast/
Galloway’s Prof G Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prof-g-pod-with-scott-galloway/id1498802610
Ep. 20, Sheryl Crow, Leading with Vulnerability
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/89vpHlyFOMb
Ep. 108, Unlocking Happiness :
Arthur Brooks and Oprah’s “Build the Life You Want”.
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/2S3OZIEFOMb
Ep. 39, Be a terri Cole Boundary
Boss in Training, Too!
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/bp2kLFBFOMb
Voluspa Goji Tarocco Orange Candle (Yo's fav):
https://voluspa.com/
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This episode kicks off our theme for the month, Abundance, with a book by the same name, Abundance, The Inner Path to Wealth, by Deepak Chopra, MD. Dr. Chopra is a clinical professor of family medicine and public health at the University of CA, San Diego, and serves as a senior scientist with Gallup Organization. He is the author of more than ninety books.
Here the topics we covered:
Unfolding the inner path
External and internal perspectives
The “money will come”
Yoga with a capital “Y”
Gifts that come with generosity of spirit
Self-awareness, the missing ingredient
Card Match to Episode:
“Lotus Heart” with this sentiment
from e.e. cummings: “I carry your
heart with me – I carry it in my
heart.”
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Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. We can look at Abundance from both an external and internal view point.
2. We can transcend self-generated feelings of limitation and fear by taking responsibility of our own selves.
3. When we add consciousness and awareness to mix we can as Rumi said: “see the perfect sweetness blossoming in the depths of our hearts”.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Deepak Chopra’s book: Abundance, The Inner Path to Wealth
Ep. 56, Love, Kindness & Leadership: Checking with Brené Brown & Jay Shetty
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/cRqhGhKHnMb
Ep. 108, Unlocking Happiness: Arthur Brooks and Oprah’s ‘Build the Life You Want’
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/OqL7j4HHnMb
Ep. 136, From Junk to Genius: Nurturing Your Creative Flow and Brilliance
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/bvRkr9FHnMb
Ep 166, Edgar Mitchell’s Universe: Insights from IONS & Dyadic theory on Intuitive Leadership
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/rrHeGhCHnMb
Ep. 168, Women, Love & Kindness – The History, Science & Strategy of Giving
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/vDEa8gCHnMb
Ep. 181, Embracing Vulnerability and Courage: Drafting New Identities with Creativity and Care
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/V70jMbYHnMb
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We’ve been covering stories about fearless leadership for August and this is our final episode. I know you probably all followed the Olympics in Paris this year and heard a lot about the women who stood out with amazing stories like Katie, Simone, Sha'Carri , but I’m thinking there’s some other stories you may not have heard about and that’s my hope for today. I hope you hear something new and feel inspired learning about these fearless women, moms, and soon-to-be moms.
Athletes Covered:
Yaylagul Ramazanova
Nada Hafez
Zhiying Zeng
Charley Davidson
Allyson Felix
Card Match to Episode:
“Cheers, You Made It Look So Easy”
https://girltaketheleadpod.com/shop#!/cheers/p/674843008/category=0
Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. The 2024 Olympics demonstrated gender parity.
2. The original spirit of the Olympics was alive and well as athletes showed their passion and care for each other.
3. Being a mother doesn’t
need to mean career death as an athlete!
Mentioned in the Episode:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/bradadgate/2024/07/11/for-the-first-time-the-olympics-will-have-gender-equality/
https://www.newsweek.com/olympics-archery-paris-2024-pregnant-yaylagul-ramazanova-1937174
https://olympics.com/en/news/egypt-fencing-nada-hafez-pregnant-paris-2024-olympics
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/58-year-old-table-tennis-grandma-olympic-dream-zeng-zhiying-rcna164717
https://www.firstpost.com/sports/olympics-2024-yusuf-dikec-zhiying-zeng-nada-hafez-yaylagul-ramazanova-inspirational-stories-13800111.html
https://uk.huel.com/pages/10-inspiring-stories-from-the-olympics-2024
https://www.worldarchery.sport/news/201761/healey-out-paris-2024-olympic-games-and-admits-tough-season
https://www.facebook.com/reel/495304023114517
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/university-of-southern-california_allyson-felix-launches-first-ever-olympic-activity-7222994196813561856-RyAZ?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios
https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=shower%20arguments%20with%20emily%20solberg
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Lida Citroën, Boomer, joins us to talk about her new book, The New Rules of Influence – How to Authentically Build Trust, Drive Change, and Make an Impact.
Lida is a keynote speaker, author and executive coach empowering global executives, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to manage how they’re perceived and drive them towards ideal opportunities. She has helped thousands of individuals gain a fresh perspective on crafting a personal narrative that tells the right story to the right people about who they are. Her personal mission isn't just about perception—it's about profound transformation, guiding others to leave an indelible mark on the tapestry of human achievement.
Topics covered in the Episode:
We matter
Executive Presence and Influence
Groups of Rules (why, who, how, where)
Misalignment of values
Brand and Influence
Influencers & Social Media
Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. Executive presence is about: Gravitas but that can’t
be well-defined, Image which is about how to dress the part, and Communication that are usually scripted messages. That doesn’t necessarily lead to influence which is not manipulation or persuasion. This is why we need new rules.
2. Lida divides the 10 rules into 4 groups. Courage is our “Why” and it’s about being real. Credibility means being clear what we stand for. “Who” is now global and includes rules of being of service and inclusive. “How” is not about perfection but being consistent and that builds trust. “Where” is about visibility.
3. Misalignment of our values can
be part of the journey and gets us to where we are (Rule 3) We’ve all experienced this and we learn from them.
Mentioned in the episode:
Lida’s Book: The New Rules of Influence – How to Authentically build Trust, Drive Change and Make an Impact
Release Date: August 27. Publisher is Berrett-Koehler. Order here.
Ep 52 Personal Branding:
Can’t Leave Home Without One – Let’s Craft Yours!
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/U9U0POfvfMb
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Drop Lida a note, let her know you read the book, and she’ll send you a special gift!
More About Lida:
Lida offers veterans and service members tools
for transitioning into the civilian workplace and collaborate with employers to provide resources for hiring, training, and engaging military veteran employees. You can find the books she’s authored for service members here: https://lida360.com/store/
How to reach Lida:
Email:
Lida@LIDA360.com
Website:
https://lida360.com/the-new-rules-of-influence/
FB:
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This month we’ve been covering stories about fearless
leadership and perhaps like you have been intrigued by the political landscape this month and seeing Kamala Harris emerge as what one can only describe as fearless. So I dug in and found some sources that can help us elements of her leadership that we’ve been covering on the show.
Topics Covered:
Early inspirations
Competition
Determination
Resilience
Networking
Empathy
Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. Kamala Harris is breaking the mold for women when it comes to leadership. Her early foundation (mother-inspired, Berkeley in the 60s) set her on a course to be an advocate, empathy, and insights into politics.
2. Kamala has designed her own way (blended family, Presidential run in 2020) and is an
example of learning from failure and demonstrating resilience.
3. One of Kamala’s greatest strengths are her
people skills: networking, building influence and creating alliances.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Ep 48, A discussion with Andrea Mein
DeWitt about her book: Name Claim
Reframe, Your Path to a Well-Lived Life.
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/cfTURe31gMb
Book: Kamala’s Way, An American Life, Dan Morain
Ep. 60, Let’s Celebrate Women’s History Month with the book: Women and Leadership by Julia Gillard
& Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/T20W9Za2gMb
Ep. 15, Part 1 of 3, Atlas of the Heart: How do the emotions, Empathy and Compassion, relate to leadership?
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/DZ0O7Q71gMb
The 'blended' family behind
Kamala Harris, August 16, 2023
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clylqv3g4rwo
Inside Kamala Harris' close bond with
rarely seen sister Maya Harris
https://www.hellomagazine.com/celebrities/711649/meet-kamala-harris-sister-maya-harris/
Economic shocks are wiping out
progress on gender equality: Global Gender Gap Report 2023, June, 2023
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/06/economics-shocks-gender-equality-linkedin/
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Kim Dechaine, Gen X, joins us to talk about the fearless face of depression as part 4 of our 4-part series about the book Fearless Female Leaders by Kathy McAfee and Rosemary Paetow (Eps, 182, 183, 184).
Kim is a recognized international speaker and facilitator who specializes in empowering professional women to stay in their leadership roles with more ease and joy, by navigating and preventing overwhelm and burnout. Through her journey with depression and suicidal thoughts, Kim has learned one important truth: we are Human-BEINGS, not Human-DOINGS. Her passion lies in providing workshops and leadership programs to businesses and organizations that focus on mindfulness, self-leadership, and productivity.
Topics covered in the Episode:
Role of leadership and core values like peace
Trusting your intuition
Self-awareness and leadership
Compassion
The necessity to look after ourselves
Post-partum depression
Connecting to each other
Mental health actions to “pause” and “be”
Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. Values in leadership, especially having peace and calm in our heart, when it comes to decision making, it might be a lightness leading to a “Yes”.
2. Women in leadership have a special gift of intuition – pausing in that peace and calm can help us listen to that intuition. Both are intertwined. We have to learn to
be quiet and pause.
3. Self-awareness and shifting ourselves is #1 to be fearless leaders – it starts with us. Compassion helps us lead from our heart. We have to be able to listen and to listen we need to pause.
Reminder: No one has 100% mental health. It’s a practice. We need to prioritize it.
Mentioned in the episode:
Ep. 38 Ugh let’s take on the emotion of envy with Byron Katie’s help
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/xhcQR00eFLb
Ep. 182 From Origin Story to Empowerment: A Conversation w Fearless Leaders, Kathy McAfee and
Rosemary Paetow
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/CcYH6G3ZYLb
Ep. 183 Flying High: Jane Dyer’s Journey of Fearlessness in the Face of Sexism
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/VAjC3kby5Lb
Ep. 184 The Sacred Journey to Authentic Leadership and Gender Equity with Paula Stone Williams
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/a7W0iXDQdMb
Ep. 177, Worthy: Self-Confidence, Self-Worth, and Insights from Jamie Kern Lima’s Book
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/qqParJ3ZYLb
58. Sorry? Apology help
from the Book: Sorry, Sorry, Sorry
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/Lz5OiP0eFLb
More About Kim:
What’s up next for Kim is helping teachers learn about their burn out. She recognizes that’s where her own journey began. She knows we need to have healthy teachers to have healthy students. This is all part of her healing. She reminds that we all had to go through things so we can help others.
How to reach Kim:
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https://www.facebook.com/innerpoweredleaders
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/feminineleadership/
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Paula Stone Williams, Boomer, joins us to talk about the fearless face of authenticity as part 3 of our 4-part series about the book Fearless Female Leaders by Kathy McAfee and Rosemary Paetow (Eps, 182, 183).
Paula is a Pastoral Counselor and internationally known speaker on gender equity and religious tolerance. As Kathy and Rosemary wrote this in their book after interviewing Paula: “She who had been born into a boy’s body and was given the name Paul by her parents knew she was meant to be a girl… After leading a double life he made the fearless decision to move forward with her gender transition... for the first time in her years on earth she was feeling seen, heard, loved and valued for who she truly was. A woman.”
Topics covered in the Episode:
Transition journey
Male & woman leadership insights
Gender equity
Authenticity
Mary Oliver’s The Journey
Actions to take the deep inner journey
What keeps us from leading
Rejection
Types of gifts
Women apologizing
Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. Women can have very strong leadership tendencies and tend to have great confidence coupled with great humility.
2. The call toward authenticity is sacred, is holy, and for the greater good and it’s terrifying and never easy.
3. What stops us from leading is
not what we fear but what gave birth to the fear. It’s something that comes from thinking we’re unworthy of deep human connection as we are. You cannot
lead from a place of strength until you deal with this dragon.
Mentioned in the episode:
Paula’s Ted Talks
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=paula+stone+williams+ted+talk
Mary Oliver’s The Journey
https://margaretmcgoverne.com/2019/01/08/poem-of-the-month-the-journey-by-mary-oliver/
Ep. 182 From Origin Story to Empowerment: A Conversation w Fearless Leaders, Kathy McAfee and
Rosemary Paetow
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/CcYH6G3ZYLb
Ep. 183 Flying High: Jane Dyer’s Journey of Fearlessness in the Face of Sexism
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/VAjC3kby5Lb
Ep. 177, Worthy: Self-Confidence, Self-Worth, and Insights from Jamie Kern Lima’s Book
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/qqParJ3ZYLb
58. Sorry? Apology help
from the Book: Sorry, Sorry, Sorry
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/Lz5OiP0eFLb
More About Paula:
She lives in Lyons, Colorado, where she serves as Mayor Pro Tem. Paula has been featured in the New York Times, Washington Post, TED, NPR, PBS, and many other media outlets. Her TED talks have had over nine million views. Paula’s memoir, As A Woman, What I Learned About Power, Sex, and the Patriarchy After I Transitioned, was published by Simon & Schuster in 2021.
How to reach Paula:
paula@rltpathways.com
Website:
www.paulastonewilliams.com
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Jane (Ballard) Dyer, Boomer, joins us to talk about fearlessness in the face of sexism.
Jane is a retired Air Force pilot and found her determination and grit to graduate from her training school even though her class voted to make sure no woman would graduate from her class. She broke the team goal with style and grace. Whoa!! Her story is amazing and will leave you much inspired. It is featured in the book, Fearless Female Leaders, written by Kathy McAfee and Rosemary Paetow which we featured in Ep. 182.
Topics covered in the Episode:
Explicit sexism
Taking the time to find confidence over nervousness
Self-inflicted stress
Dads’ unconditional support
Women empowering other women
Importance of voting
Selecting people to be on our team
Here are three takeaways from the episode:
1. We will face the “naysayers” in life. It may take us time to dig deep to find that part of us where fearlessness is born.
2. Jane’s success during these 1980s led the way for so many more future female pilots.
3. We can all lack confidence at times but we can remind ourselves, like Jane did, that we can do things even when we’re afraid because we can breathe in the support of those who believe we can.
More About Jane:
Jane Dyer retired from flying in 2017 as a Boeing 777 Captain. She amassed over 10,000 accident-free hours at FedEx. Prior to the B777, she was the Captain of the Airbus 300 and Boeing 727. Her flying career began in the USAF where she flew the KC135, an air-refueling aircraft, and instructed in the T-37, a primary trainer for the Air Force.
While in the Air Force, she met and married her husband, John Dyer. John also retired from the US Air Force as a pilot, serving two tours in Vietnam. He is a highly decorated pilot, including the Purple Heart.
They have four children, three grandchildren and a great grandson.
Jane has always been active in her
community as a youth sports coach, church volunteer, and Boy Scout merit badge counselor.
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janedyersc@gmail.com
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Kathy McAfee returns to the show! Yay! She was in Ep 13
where we discussed fearless leadership. She is an accomplished author and speaker, creative entrepreneur, business coach, and CEO of Kmc Brand Innovation, LLC. Kathy is joined by Rosemary Paetow, CEO of Think inStrategy who works with executives and their teams to become better, bigger, bold leaders of industry. Kathy and Rosemary have co-authored the book, Fearless Female Leaders, Stories and Strategies to Empower more Women to Lead.
Recently their book just made the Amazon Best Seller Rank in three top categories:
During this episode we explore the following questions with the two authors:
· What drew Kathy & Rosemary to team up to write the book?
· What is the word “Shero” about?
· How did you connect to our episodes about Susan Cain’s book, Bittersweet?
· What are their leadership origin stories and why are they important?
· Who are some of the featured women in the book and why did they impress you?
Enjoy this episode!
Mentioned on the episode:
Ep 13 What is fearless leadership?
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/kqvqLp1eFLb
Eps 23 – 25 Bittersweet (Susan Cain): How do sorrow and longing help us lead?
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ywC6ed1eFLb
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and you can connect with other fearless leaders and access more fearless resources at Fearless Leader Community on Mighty Networks (learn more at https://www.thefearlessleader.com/mighty-networks).
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The authors would be so grateful if you get the book to post a review or even take a picture of you with the book. Get creative!
Here's a list of places you can post a review:
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
Indie Books
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Good Reads
More about Kathy:
She thrives on helping professional women advance their careers and influence, and partners with organizations and communities to cultivate leadership diversity.
Known as America’s Marketing Motivator, Kathy is the founder of The Fearless Leader™ program and coauthor of the new book, Fearless Female Leaders: Stories and Strategies to Empower More Women to Lead. Learn more at www.TheFearlessLeader.com
More about Rosemary:
Rosemary helps create high performing teams, predictable, profitable growth & work-life balance and her results include:
* Clients grow on average 160% within 18 months
* Clients profitability increases by at least
40% in 18 months
* Clients have happier staff, more money and
more time to enjoy life
As a past owner of a VAR Accounting Software Consulting Firm to top tier companies in SD and internationally, Rosemary has the unique ability to understand business models to determine whether they are scalable & sustainable & to streamline systems for companies. Her CPA experience from KPMG-one of the Top Four Accounting firms in the world helps her find the areas of business risk for clients & to understand all of the financial aspects of operating a company successfully.
Ways you can contact Kathy:
eMail
Kathy@TheFearlessLeader.com
Website:
www.TheFearlessLeader.com
Subscribe to her YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@thefearlessleader
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/kathymcafeemarketingmotivatort/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathymcafee/
Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/AmericasMarketingMotivator
Mighty Network:
https://www.thefearlessleader.com/mighty-networks
Ways you can contact Rosemary:
eMail
rpaetow@thinkinstrategy.com
Website:
www.thinkinstrategy.com
FB: Think inStrategy
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosemarypaetow/
Ways to reach Yo:
eMail
yo@yocanny.com
Public FB group: Girl, Take the Lead!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share
IG:
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LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
This episode launches the “Girl, Take the Lead!” Heartfelt
Cards & Gifts store located on the “Girl, Take the Lead!” website:
https://girltaketheleadpod.com/shop
Yo takes us through her own fearless journey to launch the store taking us along each step along the way. The store is an extension of the podcast inspired by listeners like you.
'Heartfelt Cards & Gifts' each all handmade by Yo Canny
to inspire, support, appreciate, and celebrate you and those you care about.
Proceeds benefit nonprofits featured on our show. Check our Blog for details:https://girltaketheleadpod.com/blog
Keep checking the site, product line will change monthly.
Topics Covered:
Vulnerability
“Tooting Your Own Horn”
Integration of new identities
Philanthropy
Spirituality, alignment, and giving
Here are 3 takeaways:
1. We definitely need to move out of our comfort zones and risk vulnerability to address issues we care about.
2. Tooting our own horns may be uncomfortable at first – start with having someone else do the tooting for you.
3. You, my fearless listener made this store happen. If you didn’t listen I am very clear I would be a very different Yo. Thank you for your support and together we can
move mountains and help solve very difficult issues! And remember as a thank you, please use the discount code:
WELCOME.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Melissa’s review: https://youtu.be/GUbJqLM9drs
Ep 136, “From Junk to Genius: Nurturing Your Creative Flow and Brilliance”
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/7GWH98QeFLb
Notting Hill clip:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RESwG23_YGw
Ep. 157, Mothers’ Day Movement
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/0Oe1pkMeFLb
Ep. 7, Girl Scouts of Northern California
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/eMuKqr1eFLb
Ep. 149, Blue Faery, The Adrienne Wilson
Foundation
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/TwdQj5QeFLb
Ep.165, ReSurge International
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/G45e7hMeFLb
Ep. 135, THREAD Connection thru Expression
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/RoGFxxXeFLb
Ep. 169, Suparna’s spoke about: The Marine
Institute Maui Ocean Center, Maui Nui (Newi) Marine Resource Council, Project
Coyote and One Reef Micronesia
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/YEoFP1WetLb
Ep 167, Empowering Women in Philanthropy: Heather McLeod Grant Redefines Traditional Giving
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/MM2WM66lyLb
Ep. 52, Personal Branding: Can’t Leave Home w/o One – Let’s Craft Yours!
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/n1VwKbRiFLb
Donna Ashworth’s book:
Wild Hope, Healing Words to Find Light on Dark Days
Next Episode Topic
Episode 182 – From Origin Stories to Empowerment: A
Conversation with Fearless Leaders & Authors, Kathy McAfee and Rosemary
Paetow.
How to reach Yo Canny:
Our website:
www.girltaketheleadpod.com
You can send a message
or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!
Our store:
www.girltaketheleadpod.com/shop
Discount Code: WELCOME
email:
yo@yocanny.com
FB group: Girl, Take the Lead
https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share
IG:
yocanny (Yo)
YouTube
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
In our episode 177 we covered the book, Worthy by Jamie Kern Lima. I’d mentioned my interest in a distinction she covered: Toxic Positivity. When I saw that part in her book I had visions of the Disney Pixar film Inside Out (2015) which did a fantastic job
illustrating the dangers of being so over-positive that it can be damaging. I could totally relate to the character! Can you?
Topics Covered:
Defining “toxic positivity”
Signs and problems with “toxic positivity”
Melody Wilding’s Sensitive Strivers and
positivity
Gabby Bernsten’s view on “manic manifesting”
Research findings
Here are 3 takeaways:
1. “Toxic Positivity” is common and often a response to some underlying beliefs.
2. Thinking positive 24/7 can be stressful and deny our humanity.
3. Accepting our full range of emotions benefits us and some ways to do this include practices like mindful
meditation and learning to take other perspectives.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Ep. 177, Worthy: Self-Confidence, Self-Worth, and Insights from Jamie Kern Lima’s Book
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/GZYYyKutwLb
Ep. 179, Trauma, Control, and the
Journey to Vulnerability, Trust – Insights from Gabor Maté, Daniel Goleman, Brené Brown.
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/HZPBY7uQELb
https://melodywilding.com/positive-thinking-doesnt-work/
Ep. 82, Book discussion: Trust Yourself, Stop Overthinking and channel Your Emotions for Success at Work
by Melody Wilding
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/02oDM21lyLb
https://content.mycareersfuture.gov.sg/toxic-positivity-being-too-positive-causes-more-harm/
Ep. 80, Book discussion: Emotional Agility by Susan David PhD with Help From the Velveteen Rabbit
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/uHvgcP8lyLb
Ep. 41, A Discussion about Mindfulness with Cynde Denson and the book, Ditching Imposter Syndrome by
Clare Josa
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/kaIC5JamyLb
Byron Katie The Work
https://thework.com/
Ep. 38, Ugh…Let’s take on the Emotion
of Envy with Byron Katie’s Help – Brené Brown would be proud!
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/QTiCFEiQELb
Meditation Resources
Cynde Denson
https://cyndedenson.com/
Whitney Baker
FREE 5-Min Guided Meditation
https://icy-queen-56311.myflodesk.com
Mesha McKittrick
https://myfriendmesha.com
Melissa Brunetti
SMGI
https://www.somatichealingjourneys.com/
Next Episode Topic
Ep. 181 Embracing Vulnerability and Courage: Crafting New Identities with Creativity and Care – Let’s Toot Our Own Horn!
How to reach Yo Canny:
Our website:
www.girltaketheleadpod.com
You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!
email:
yo@yocanny.com
FB group: Girl, Take the Lead
https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share
IG:
yocanny (Yo)
YouTube
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/
Have you ever found yourself working for or know a "control freak" – we tend to think they’re someone who engages in a series of behaviors that frustrate others and cause resentment. In this Sound Bite episode, which is a shorter episode about a topic we’ve previously covered, we’ll ask ourselves:
What if there was more to understand about control?
Topics Covered:
Gabor Maté definition of trauma
Daniel Goleman insights about control
Brené Brown’s thoughts about vulnerability
and trust when it comes to leadership
Healing strategies to find balance
Here are 3 takeaways:
1. Controlling behaviors could be resulting from an underlying trauma. It’s good to take the time to learn more about that possibility and strive for balance.
2. Vulnerability is a super power – a way to build trust and authenticity.
3. Healing
strategies include self-compassion and self-love.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Gabor Maté’s Book: The Myth of Normal
Daniel Goleman’s Book: Emotional Intelligence
Brené Brown’s Book: Dare to Lead
Ep. 176 Mind Your Own Karma: Melissa Brunetti on Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery and Healing
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/o6yy7342uLb
Ep. 177 Worthy: Self Confidence, Self-Worth and Insights from Jamie Kern Lima’s Book.
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/qiDwQ342uLb
Ep. 39 Be A Terri Cole boundary Boss in Training, Too!
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/5OIP0C02uLb
Ep. 76 “Don’t Take It So Personally!” & Emotional Intelligence
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/xlad6DmWuLb
Ep. 77 AI & EI What Daniel Goleman Has To Say
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/TQbkQDmWuLb
https://www.worthwisdomwellness.com/blog/let-go-of-control/
Psychology Today
Next Episode Topic
Toxic Positivity
How to reach Yo Canny:
Our website:
www.girltaketheleadpod.com
You can send a message
or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!
email:
yo@yocanny.com
FB group: Girl, Take the Lead
https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share
IG: yocanny (Yo)
YouTube
LinkedIn:
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