Resiliency Ninja with Allison Graham

David TaylorPresident & CEO of Versa Bank https://www.versabank.comTwitter: @DavidRTaylor7Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.r.taylor.90 On this episode of the Resiliency Ninja podcast, our guest David Taylor, president and CEO of VersaBank dives into everything from stocks to entrepreneurship and working in corporate. He also shares with us how he managed to survive when his plane came crashing down, literally more than once. To submit your questions to the summer Q&A with Allison please submit your questions to allison@r-ninja.com or resiliencyninja.com  “It becomes who you are because of what you've learned from the people around you" A little about David Taylor David Taylor is an entrepreneur and founder of Versa Bank designed the electronic branchless platform. Beginning in 1993, formerly known as the Pacific & Western Bank; a small trust company with six branches and a need for capital investment, reconfigured itself into a branchless bank based on online banking. By 2013 the bank became Canada's tenth largest publicly traded bank when it began trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange. In 2017 the bank completed a revision of its ownership structure that included a merger with its largest stockholder, PWC Capital, reported to be "the first merger between a Schedule 1 bank and a holding company operating under the Canadian Business Corporations Act". David is also a licensed pilot.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Resiliency Ninja podcast, I talk about why you should quit. Yes, that’s right, quit.  Resilience is my mantra but knowing when to quit and when to keep going is all part of the journey. Wasted time and energy on the wrong things will only lead to burnout. Listen in to hear more!  Share this podcast and let me know your thoughts. Check out my website www.resiliencyninja.com follow me on instagram @Allisondgraham and twitter @allisondgraham https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisongraham  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Resiliency Ninja podcast, our guest Jessica Yarbrough walks us through how she established her business from the ground up. Struggling as a single mother, Jessica decided to build her own empire and create a fulfilling life for both her and her daughter. Her now successful business helps women entrepreneurs to leverage themselves and reach their highest potential. “If you can’t step away you’ve built a prison, not a business.” - Jessica Yarbrough 44 Ways to Sell Your Services Everyday http://bit.ly/get44ways  CEO babewww.ceobabe.comInstagram: @theceobabeFacebook: @officialceobabe Jessica Yarbrough is the creator of the CEO Babe brand. She is a successful marketingstrategist and a leading business consultant for female entrepreneurs. Jessica helpswomen leverage their unique gifts to create high end coaching programs, build theironline empires and scale their business to six figures and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, I've hopped on the Jurassic Park band wagon. With all the recent buzz around the Raptors' success I thought it’d be fun to unpack some lessons of resilience from the court that we can apply to our own work. Learn more in my book Married My Mom, Birthed a Dog: How to Be Resilient When Life Sucks. Visit my website at www.R-Ninja.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Put the book down and pick up your child”- Andrea Loewen Nair On this episode of the Resiliency Ninja podcast, our guest Andrea Loewen Nair does not believe that the traditional school system is meeting the needs of children. She is here today to share her experiences and tell us more about the why. Andrea believes in student facilitated learning and that’s exactly what she offers at the London Infinity school. Listen to this segment and visit www.infinityschool.ca to learn more. "You learn to protect your emotional intensity. You know when to dig into it and when it’s not necessary.” Educator, Psychotherapist www.infinityschool.ca Twitter: @andreamloewen Instagram: @andrea.loewen.nair Facebook: www.facebook.com/infinityschoollondon  Learn more about Andrea Loewen Nair and  Allison Graham at www.R-ninja.com/andrea-loewen-nair  A little about Andrea: Andrea Loewen Nair, M.A., CCC, an educator and psychotherapist by trade, began her twenty-five year career thus far working with families as a respected child and youth expert. Her fun demeanor and passion for education, kids, and teens has made her a go-to for appearances in major media including YMC, Maclean’s Magazine, the Globe and Mail, and The New York Times Motherlode Blog, and also The Social and The Goods TV shows.Andrea is now the Head of School at Infinity School (an Acton Academy), a learner-driven, process-based program located in Wortley Village. She is working to advance education innovation in our city, eager to better understand what “education for the 21st Century” truly means. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“When the apple cart is upset it’s our natural reaction to resist change”- Kevin Craine On this episode of the Resiliency Ninja podcast, our guest Kevin Craine speaks to diversifying his work and how he sets himself apart from other freelancers. Writing, podcasts, voiceovers, and videography are among a few of the channels that Kevin delegates his work to. Tune into his podcast “Everyday MBA” to hear from Kevin on the other end of the mic. Freelance writer www.crainegroup.com www.Everyday-MBA.com Twitter: @Kevin_Craine Facebook: www.facebook.com/Kevin-Craine Learn more about Kevin Craine and Allison Graham at www.R-ninja.com/Kevin-Craine  A little about Kevin Craine: Kevin Craine is a professional writer, an internationally respected technology analyst, and anaward-winning podcast producer. Kevin’s podcasts have been heard around the world, and his interviews feature today’s best thought leaders; including the award-winning weekly business show “Everyday MBA”. He is also the host and producer of “Bizcast”​ on C-Suite Radio and the producer behind podcasts for AIIM International, Epson, Canon and IBM, among others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stacey Copas says, “Textbook definition, resiliency is about coping, but I really felt that that sells it short.. Stacey Copas and I find common ground as we unpack her experiences with resiliency as she was faced with a life changing event at a young age. Stacey does not allow her limited mobility to hold her back in the slightest with accomplishments in the Para-athletics, acting and running for parliament, to name a few. Stacey takes a “say yes” approach to life and is the definition of a Resiliency Ninja. “It’s easier to blame, it’s easier to make excuses than it is to actually say I’m going to choose the positive, empowering path.” Academy of Resiliency www.staceycopas.com Twitter: @staceycopas Instagram @staceycopas Facebook: www.facebook.com/speakerstacey Learn more about Stacey Copas and Allison Graham at R-Ninja.com/stacey-copas A little about Stacey Copas, Author of “How To Be Resilient”, is Australia’s leading keynote speaker and facilitator on resilience and finding the opportunity in change and adversity. She has worked with large organisations such as Viacom, GM Holden and Flight Centre, helping their leaders shift the way they perceive and respond to change, adversity and uncertainty. Stacey has also been featured in national media including ABC, Financial Review and international podcasts for her insights on resilience in the workplace. Free online access to Stacey’s eBook:https://academyofresilience.mykajabi.com/HTBR-Free-ebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Never underestimate the power of words. Notice the words you use to describe yourself and the circumstances around you. Find your patterns and interrupt them to choose words that serve the best outcome. Learn more in my book Married My Mom, Birthed a Dog: How to Be Resilient When Life Sucks. R-Ninja.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Don't quit before the miracle happens." Christine Laperriere In this episode of The Resiliency Ninja podcast, our guest Christine Laperriere shares her experiences with burnout and how she was able to overcome it. In 2008, Christine decided to make a change to better her life and the lives of many others. She shares with us the importance of managing your emotional real estate and the profound impact it has on leading a happy and healthy lifestyle. Christine Laperriere Founder of Leader in Motion www.leaderinmotion.com Twitter: @leaderinmotionInstagram: @myworklifewisdomFacebook: www.facebook.com/LeaderInMotion  Access to purchase Christine’s book Too Busy to Be Happy as mentioned in the podcast at www.myworklifewisdom.com A little about Christine Laperriere:  As Founder of Leader In Motion (LIM) in 2008 and the Executive Director of the Women of Influence (WOI) Advancement Centre, Christine Laperriere has built her career around enabling leaders to be in motion. Not only is she well respected in numerous organizations for her ability to implement change by diagnosing people and process and management changes, she is becoming a well-known speaker and is looking forward to launching her first book, Too Busy to Be Happy, on March 19, 2019. Today she leads multiple corporate engagements focused on the development and advancement of high potential women, the growth of manager and director level professionals and she also sits as an advisor to sales leadership for over 5 sales organizations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is about long term pain - not acute injuries. The kind of pain that is relentless and is there for a decade. You have to decide are you going to have a full life (and be in pain) or are you going to sulk on the couch (and be in pain.) At the end of the day, your pain isn't going away so you have to embrace it and make friends with it so you don't look back on your life and believe your physical pain won. Here's me musing about life with my chronic nerve pain (cause from a surgery in 2007). I'm many years into the pain journey and know that when my attitude dips, my pain rises. Hopefully this will help you know you're not alone and you can succeed even with chronic pain.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karen Briscoe and Allison Graham talk about the 5 minute success podcast, turning the morning routine into an easy 5 minute habit, losing a business partner and rising stronger, running a top tier real estate firm through tough economies and Karen's goal to have 80 adventures before she's 80! Get your copy of Karen Briscoe’s 7-Day Quick Start program into the 5 Minute Success. Ideal for those who want to achieve a higher level of success in lead generation and business development: http://www.5minutesuccess.com/7-day-quick-start/ Karen’s new book: Flip Time, Love Life is launching soon: http://www.5minutesuccess.com/flip-time-love-life/  Learn more about Karen at r-ninja.com/karen-briscoe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes sales go into a slump, and getting out of that slump quickly and gracefully takes some resilience mastery. This episode is for the Resiliency Ninjas out there who may feel frustrated right now with their sales results or, really it can apply to any dip in productivity. These are some techniques I’ve learned over the years to help myself and my clients ride the ups and downs of business and goal achievement.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stuart Knight Stuart Knight Productions Inc. www.stuartknight.com https://twitter.com/Stuart_Knight https://instagram.com/stuartsknight https://www.facebook.com/KnightStuart/ A little about Stuart Knight:  Stuart Knight has written, produced and starred in shows that have been seen by over one million people and each year speaks around the world helping some of the planet’s biggest companies reach new levels of success.  You may have seen or heard him on many TV and Radio shows where he is often asked for his expert opinion on high level communication.  As an international traveler, Stuart Knight writes a sought after blog, hosts a hit podcast and shares videos that are seen by over twelve thousand people every week.  As a critically acclaimed author of two books, Stuart Knight encourages people to boycott what they thought and join a new revolution in thinking.   Get access to the free videos we mention on the podcast here: www.stuartknight.com You can even get a free book from Stuart.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bobbie Carlton has graciously offered Resiliency Ninja listeners a 25% discount on their annual membership to Innovation Women. www.innovationwomen.com Use the code NINJA  On the heels of International Women’s Day, Bobbie Carlton and I talk about the gender gap in the professional speaking industry. Even in 2019, corporate event planners are defaulting to mainly male agendas and aren’t sure where to find qualified, dynamic female speakers for their events. Well, there are thousands of us and Innovation Women is one place to find a listing of professional female speakers. Public speaking is a key factor in advancing your business and your career, but fewer women get asked to speak and more women turn down invitations. Women are often in the dark about how the professional speaking game works.  Connect with Bobbie and I on social media and let us know:  Why are men still dominating the professional speaking industry? What can we do to balance the gender gap?  Here’s a formal bio on Bobbie Carlton:  Bobbie Carlton, founder of Carlton PR & Marketing, Innovation Nights and Innovation Women, has been called Boston’s Innovation Den Mother and the Startup Fairy Godmother. She’s an award-winning marketing, PR and social media professional. She speaks regularly on marketing, public speaking and women’s issues. Her humorous approach and fiery “let’s make something happen” brand is supported by the real world results she helps drive: 1200+ new products launched, $3B in funding, and 1000+ women speaking at conferences and events.    Currently a “parallel” entrepreneur (instead of a serial entrepreneur), Bobbie has spent the last 10 years building her own businesses as well as supporting client and community efforts. Previously, in addition to working with a number of Boston-area PR and marketing firms, she headed global PR at Cognos and PTC, both publicly-held enterprise software companies. In 2006 she switched gears, joining a startup focused on supporting self-esteem and positive role models for preteen girls through a social network and book series.    In 2010 she was called one of the “ten Bostonians who have done the most for the startup community”. She’s also received numerous professional awards: Marketing Sherpa Viral Campaign of the Year, several PRSA Silver Anvils, Mass High Tech All-star, Boston Business Journal Woman to Watch, PR News Gamechanger and Boston’s “50 on Fire.”    Follow Bobbie on Twitter as Twitter.com/BobbieC  Twitter.com/@MassInno  Twitter.com/@WomenInno  Twitter.com/@CarltonPRM  We'd like to be able to offer a discount to an Innovation Women membership. Get the first year for 25% off (normally membership is $100/year) by using the code NINJA (all caps) on the website. Sign up at InnovationWomen.com and use the code inside to Become a Speaker. Members get invitations through the site as well as a weekly email with more than 100 speaking opportunities they can apply for.  Connect with me, Allison Graham at:  www.r-ninja.com  https://twitter.com/allisondgraham    https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisongraham    https://www.instagram.com/allisondgraham   http://a.co/d/aNNhV1I       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to support women in the workplace on International Women’s Day and beyond.  This episode of Resiliency Ninja with Allison Graham is dedicated to International Women’s Day. In it I share three simple ideas on how you can support women in the workplace and then share an excerpt from my book, Married My Mom, Birthed a Dog: How to Be Resilient When Life Sucks. (Chapter 32 page 144) Like all of these special days that mark an important topic, this is one day that needs to spark action in how we show up everyday. The drama we see on reality tv shows and the Housewives of … is NOT the way we build loyalty with our teammates, deal with difficult coworkers or break the glass ceiling.  Here are 3 ways we can support women’s career advancement at work. Listen the podcast to hear the full insights.  -       Celebrate and acknowledge other women’s successes. Like REALLY celebrate. Recognize that another person’s success, does not diminish your potential for success.  -       Don’t gossip negatively about someone else. If you have issue with someone else, do them the courtesy of addressing it directly with the person. If you’re going to gossip, get caught saying something kind.  -       Don’t buy in stereotypes and specifically that women are more emotional at work. Even if we are, being able to feel into our decisions is one of our superhero powers.  -       Bonus tip: what to know how to not cry in a meeting. Squeeze your butt cheeks together. It distracts your brain so you can hold back the tears!   The excerpt from my book…  Musical Chairs, Who’s Out? CALL IT JEALOUSY OR COMPETITIVENESS, some people step on others as they rise to the top. There is so much abundance in the world why bother?Both men and women engage in this combative behavior, but in many ways society has set women up to be especially prone to the ugly side of the competitive climb. Back in the day when women were just beginning to be accepted in professional environments, there were only one or two spots at the top that women could fill.This gender prejudice launched a game of musical chairs. The ruthless women who pushed everyone else aside were the only ones left with a seat at the big boys’ table. When the music stopped, the last chair would go to the woman who threw the most elbows and kicked her high-heeled feet hardest. It was an era fueled by a scarcity mentality. At the root of scarcity is fear. In this case, there was fear that a woman wouldn’t make it to the top unless she was the first and only one there.I’m inspired by a genuine society where men and women can truly feel supported by each other. We have to stop pulling chairs away when the music stops. Instead we must start adding more chairs to the mix, to invite more people of both genders and various backgrounds to join a bigger table of success. Thankfully, these days there is so much room at the top you can claim your seat at whatever table motivates you. You don’t need the old boys’ network anymore; you can create your own table.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah McVanel is the guest on today’s Resiliency Ninja podcast with Allison Graham. We talk about the best way to recognize people at work, the risk of moving from corporate career to self-employment and connecting with your kids when traveling for work.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Challenge your thinking on the power of resilience and the varying degrees of resilience that impact your overall quality of life.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been quite a year. I missed a major goal, but used that as a lesson and the learning will be the catalyst for 2019! I hope you take time to reflect on your blessings from the year before hopping into the planning and resolutions for next year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jane Atkinson has been helping speakers catapult their careers for nearly 30 years.  She is the author of The Wealthy Speaker 2.0, The Epic Keynote and The Wealthy Speaker Daily Success Planner and Journal. Prior to coaching, Jane worked as an agent for several speakers whose careers skyrocketed. She also served as Vice President of a Speakers Bureau in Dallas where she represented several celebrities, best-selling authors and business experts. Jane’s Wealthy Speaker University offers online courses, masterminds and private coaching programs for speakers at all levels helping speakers position to gain those almighty HIGHER FEES. Connect with Jane: www.speakerlauncher.com  https://www.facebook.com/Jane.Speaker.Launcher  https://twitter.com/janeatkinson  Connect with Allison Graham: www.R-Ninja.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During my 2-week podcast hiatus, in addition to speaking to audiences and a trip to California, I spent a day on the Habitat for Humanity Build site with some friends. It was wet, freezing cold and this was not within my strength-wheelhouse, but we stuck with it. By the end, the team was reflecting on lessons learned from the build. If you would like to support the team's fundraising efforts: Here is the link and it will be active until Februrary 2019! https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/FundraisingPage.aspx?registrationID=4207183&langPref=en-CA  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Sanderson, Author of Moments Matter  Connect with Dave:  Dave Sanderson Speaks International  www.twitter.com/DaveSanderson2 www.Instagram.com/davesandersonspeaks www.facebook.com/davesandersonspeaks  http://davesandersonspeaks.com Text “Brace4Impact” to 797979 to receive Dave’s video series on overcoming personal adversity in challenging times.  Dave Sanderson is the President of his firm, Dave Sanderson International based out of Charlotte, NC. On January 15, 2009, Dave was one of the last passengers off the plane that crashed into the Hudson River, best known as “The Miracle on the Hudson” and was largely responsible for making sure others made it out safely.  Connect with Allison at www.r-ninja.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Christmas season does not have to be completely stressful. In fact, you can release society’s expectation to do too much, with too little time with too few resources and LOVE the holidays instead! On today’s episode for FU-CHAAA FRIDAY I share the Resiliency Ninja approach to six weeks of hustle and bustle. www.R-Ninja.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“You’re not there to sell something, you’re there to make your guest’s life less difficult.” -       @SteveMRigby    Steve Rigby conducts world-class training from Austin and at his client’s offices nationwide. His past includes leading national sales training at Lennar & U.S. Home. Although his background - and previous book, Circle Selling - are focused on sales training, his people-first, authentic & genuine approach works for all management & leadership. Steve’s upcoming book S.M.I.L.E. is now available for pre-order - and a 2019 book tour is in the works!    “...a delightful parable with an important message: when it comes to people and profits, think both/and, not either/or. The best sales people know that a focus on both relationships and results is necessary for success. Read this book, apply Steve’s principles, and get your SMILE on!” - Ken Blanchard, coauthor of The New One Minute Manager® and Servant Leadership in Action   www.stevebrigby.com   Connect with Allison at r-ninja.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Resilience is key to avoiding burnout and finding happiness. Resilience stops the feeling of walking on egg shells at work because one of your coworkers has had a bad day. A lack of resilience is not your fault; society has set us up with unrealistic expectations. This session was recorded by webinar for the Association of Change Management Professionals. For speaking inquiring, www.r-ninja.com/speaking   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, “Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?” Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Marianne Williamson Connect with today's guest, Karen Jacobsen  at www.thegpsgirl.com and on all social media @ thegpsgirl .  Connect with Allison at www.R-Ninja.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may feel helpless as you watch your coworker, family member or friend go through a gut-wrenching time. While it's up to the person to find their own resilience, here are some ideas on what you can do to be supportive. connect with me at www.r-ninja.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“It was hard, you grew and then it got easy. No wonder your mind is bored as hell.”-       Kelsey Ramsden, Author: Success Hangover Get a Copy of Kelsey’s book here:  Success Hangover: Ignite your next act. Screw the status quo. Feel alive again. http://a.co/d/fvEy5tN Kelsey Ramsden moves the earth….literally. She’s been twice named Canada’s #1 female entrepreneur for her businesses in construction and real estate development, building roads, bridges, airports and communities.  She is the author of Success Hangover, hostess of The Futureproofing Podcast and internationally recognized speaker. Forbes says kelsey is a master builder of ideas, businesses and skies the limit futures….Kelsey says she’s just a good no BS mix of book and street smart. Either way, results speak for themselves….and Kelsey is all about results. www.bpdltd.cahttp://kelseyramsden.com/ https://twitter.com/kelseyramsdenhttps://instagram.com/kelseyramsden Connect with Allison Graham: www.R-Ninja.comSocial Media: @AllisonDGraham Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe and please share this podcast with others.  Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s good stress and bad stress. Unfortunately, many people walk around in a tizzy of overwhelm because they don’t separate the two. Nothing goods comes from bad stress. It hurts your health, puts unnecessary pressure on relationships and makes work a burden rather than a joy. Separating your challenges into three categories: stress, obstacles and adversity, and using the right tools for each category – as I share in episode 33 of the Resiliency Ninja podcast - is the answer to being more resilient and less stressed out.  Check out my speaking options: www.r-ninja.com/speaking Check out Allison's books:Married My Mom Birthed A Dog: How to be Resilient When Life SucksandFrom Business Cards to Business Relationships: Personal Branding and Profitable Networking Made Easy Hire Allison to speak at your next conference: Website: www.r-ninja.com    Connect with Allison Graham:  You Tube:https://www.youtube.com/user/AllisonDGrahamFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/resiliencyninjaTwitter:  https://twitter.com/allisondgrahamInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisondgraham/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisongraham/    Email: allison@r-ninja.com Don’t miss an episode! SUBSCRIBE on your fave platform.  RSS: www.R-ninja.com/podcast    You Tube:https://www.youtube.com/user/AllisonDGraham iTunes: http://bit.ly/RN-itunes  Stitcher: http://bit.ly/RN-Stitcher  Google Play: http://bit.ly/RN-google-play  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 “People ask me for the happiness pill not realizing that they are the pharmacy.”- Gillian Mandich, Happiness Expert Get a Copy of Gillian’s E-Book:  Five Scientific Ways to Improve Happiness http://www.gillianmandich.com/happy  Gillian just submitted her PhD at Western University in Health and Rehabilitation Science, specializing in Health Promotion. Her personal mission is to educate people about evidence-based health information, so they can lead a happy, healthy life. Gillian is a teacher and the world is her classroom; she teaches health and wellness on a variety of platforms including TV, radio, magazines and for corporate clients.  Connect with Gillian Online: www.gillianmandich.com  https://twitter.com/gillianmandichhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gillianmandich/ https://www.instagram.com/gillianmandich/ https://www.facebook.com/gillianmandich    Connect with Allison Graham: www.R-Ninja.comSocial Media: @AllisonDGraham Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe and please share this podcast with others.  Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh off an investment on the Dragon's Den, Liana sat down with me to talk about being raised by an Olympic Gold Medalist, the importance of failing, and her passion project that started as a side hustle that has turned into a full-time, jewelry business that is exploding across the Globe.  Liana is an artist entrepreneur who’s is using her creativity and passion to empower the community her kids are growing up in. She chooses to live her life by example and is eager to uncover her potential. www.rockingvibe.com www.twitter.com/Rockingvibe www.instagram.com/rockingvibe www.facebook.com/rockingvibe  Connect with Allison Graham: www.R-Ninja.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you naturally respond to challenges? Understanding where you are on the Resiliency Dial is critical both from a personal development perspective and a leadership perspective. When you can recognize your tendency to react, in yourself and others, you can choose to move your dial and become more resilient everyday at work.  This is one of three key concepts I share with audiences.  Check out my speech options at: www.R-Ninja.com/speaking  Don’t forget to subscribe on your fave platform and let’s connect on Linked In!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gabriella is a serial entrepreneur, single mom to an amazing 10 year old, globally curious frequent traveler, wanderer & adventure seeker. She runs several businesses simultaneously and is passionate about the entrepreneurial lifestyle. Special Offer for Resiliency Ninjas: Register for the Mogul Mom Get Started course which is a great 10 module course that helps those who have dipped out of the workforce return and launch their own business. (US $397 value) Get Gabriella’s book Just F*cking Do It here:  http://bit.ly/JFDIGR Trumarketing, Explorateur Journeys, The Mogul Momtrumarketing.com , explorateurjourneys.com , themogulmom.com www.twitter.com/@theexplorateur www.instagram.com/@theexplorateur facebook.com/themogulmomfacebook.com/theexplorateur Connect with Allison Graham: www.R-Ninja.comSocial Media: @AllisonDGraham Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe and please share this podcast with others.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel like your dream is not coming together fast enough? I understand. Trusting the timing and having faith that the dots are connecting takes some serious Resiliency Ninja skills. This is my experience with the fog of frustration driven by impatience.  Let me know if you can relate!  www.R-Ninja.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Letting go of “shoulds” transformed my life and my business.” - Ali Katz Ali Katz, Hot Mess to Mindful Mom  www.twitter.com/alikatz76 www.instagram.com/hotmesstomindfulmom https://www.facebook.com/hotmesstomindfulmom/ Intuition Journal: http://www.hotmesstomindfulmom.com/intuition-journal Check out Ali’s 5 Day Challenge: http://www.hotmesstomindfulmom.com/5-day-Challenge/  Ali also offers self-care and mindful parenting coaching to women across the country who are looking to leave overwhelm and guilt behind, and embrace a life full of balance and joy. Ali is a certified meditation teacher and a certified life and parenting coach. She has been featured on ABC News, NBC News, Fox News, in the Houston Chronicle, in the Public News and various other outlets. She is also the author of the best selling book “Hot Mess to Mindful Mom: 40 Ways to Find Balance and Joy in Your Every Day,” and “Get the Most Out of Motherhood: A Hot Mess to Mindful Mom Parenting Guide.” Ali's third book, "One Minute to Zen" all about dealing with stress in the moment, will be released in November 2018. You can learn more about Ali at www.hotmesstomindfulmom.com    Check out Allison's books:Married My Mom Birthed A Dog: How to be Resilient When Life SucksandFrom Business Cards to Business Relationships: Personal Branding and Profitable Networking Made Easy Hire Allison to speak at your next conference: Website: www.r-ninja.com  You Tube:https://www.youtube.com/user/AllisonDGrahamFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/resiliencyninjaTwitter:  https://twitter.com/allisondgrahamInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisondgraham/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisongraham/    Email: allison@r-ninja.com Don’t miss an episode! SUBSCRIBE on your fave platform.  RSS: www.R-ninja.com/podcast   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever felt stuck? It can be frustrating when you have so much work to do, and yet, you find yourself wasting time surfing social media feeds or paralyzed looking at a blank screen instead of doing the most important tasks – like SALES!  Here’s what I do when I’m feeling stuck and how I help my clients snap out of those moments and get focused on doing the work that matters most!  Let me know what resonates with you and what you do to get unstuck.  Looking for a coach to hold you accountable and get the right things done? Let’s chat. www.r-ninja.com/call  To have me be a keynote speaker at your next conference, check out my speaking info here: www.r-ninja.com/speaking Check out Allison's books:Married My Mom Birthed A Dog: How to be Resilient When Life SucksandFrom Business Cards to Business Relationships: Personal Branding and Profitable Networking Made Easy Hire Allison to speak at your next conference: Website: www.r-ninja.com    Connect with Allison Graham:  You Tube:https://www.youtube.com/user/AllisonDGrahamFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/resiliencyninjaTwitter:  https://twitter.com/allisondgrahamInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisondgraham/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisongraham/    Email: allison@r-ninja.com Don’t miss an episode! SUBSCRIBE on your fave platform.  RSS: www.R-ninja.com/podcast    You Tube:https://www.youtube.com/user/AllisonDGraham iTunes: http://bit.ly/RN-itunes   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BState.com www.twitter.com/MarkSSamuel  www.instagram.com/MarkSSamuel_ https://www.facebook.com/impaqcorp/  A little about Mark… Mark is business transformation expert very focused on accountability and execution, and is the CEO of IMPAQ Corp.   IMPAQ Corp’s client list includes household names such as American Express, Universal Studios, Hilton, HP, REI, The American Red Cross, DHL, Cox Communications, Johnson & Johnson, HP, Texas Instruments and many others.   Mark combines his degrees in organization development, applied psychology and applied statistics along with over 30 years of experience in assisting people to achieve breakthrough results.  Mark is the author of the award-winning, Making Yourself Indispensable: The Power of Personal Accountability, and the best-selling book, Creating the Accountable Organization.  His newest book, “B State: A New Roadmap for Bold Leadership, Brave Culture, and Breakthrough Results” is coming out this fall.    Check out Allison's books:Married My Mom Birthed A Dog: How to be Resilient When Life SucksandFrom Business Cards to Business Relationships: Personal Branding and Profitable Networking Made Easy Hire Allison to speak at your next conference: Website: www.r-ninja.com    Connect with Allison Graham:  You Tube:https://www.youtube.com/user/AllisonDGrahamFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/resiliencyninjaTwitter:  https://twitter.com/allisondgrahamInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisondgraham/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisongraham/    Email: allison@r-ninja.com Don’t miss an episode! SUBSCRIBE on your fave platform.  RSS: www.R-ninja.com/podcast    You Tube:https://www.youtube.com/user/AllisonDGrahamC-Suite Radio: https://c-suitenetwork.com/radio/shows/resiliency-ninja-with-allison-graham/  iTunes: http://bit.ly/RN-itunes  Stitcher: http://bit.ly/RN-Stitcher  Google Play: http://bit.ly/RN-google-play  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The answer to FOMO. “Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to teach someone else what you’ve learned at Archangel Summit 2018.” I accepted this challenge. Get info on next year’s summit here: www.archangelsummit.com Mark October 19th, 2019 in your calendar. Today’s episode of Resiliency Ninja Podcast + Vlog summarizes key takeaways from the VIP Archangel Speakers in the VIP day on the Package Your Wisdom Track. Total vulnerability moment just after 4 minutes… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Your setpoint could be the reason you can’t lose extra weight – and love yourself anyway!” – Jodi Baretz, jodibaretz.com www.instagram.com/mindfulisthenewskinny Facebook Page: Mindful is the New Skinny with Jodi Baretz Jodi’s book: Mindful is the New Skinny is available on Amazon. Link to buy https://amzn.to/2Ov1Ze0 FREE Giveaway! 10 Reasons Why You Can't Lose Excess Weight. jodibaretz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Difficult coworkers can make for a miserable life – especially if you perceive that someone is continually dropping the ball at work. In this episode, I share several insights on how, using the Resiliency Ninja formula, you can be resilient and not allow the shortcomings of others to cause you frustration. To have me be a keynote speaker at your next conference, check out my speaking info here: www.r-ninja.com/speaking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you like me and try to cram a week's worth of work into one day so you can go on vacation? What about flipping that expectation and just saying, I'm on vacation, it's not going to get done? That's what I decided to do and will return on Friday, September 7th with the next episode of FU-CHAAA Fridays! In the meantime, please get caught up on the first 20 episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Being vulnerable gives others the space to do the same.” – Bradley Callow In this episode, Bradley and Allison talk about: How solving problems for your kids can hurt their future. How having money can hurt your resilience and other life skills. The power of being in the wilderness. The powerful family transformations at his father-son-retreats. Connect with Bradley Callow, Rich Legacy www.RichLegacy.com https://www.facebook.com/YourRichLegacy/ Connect with Allison Graham, www.r-ninja.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sick of waiting by the phone hoping for a referral to a qualified prospect? Well, wait no longer! Here's the easiest way to take control of your business development and get more referrals. (I got 6 in 3 days using this method. If you want more, just repeat.) here's the program link I mention in the podcast: https://resiliency-ninja.teachable.com/p/profitable-networking-mastery-series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Think big, act bigger. Rewards come from being relentless.” – Jeffrey Hayzlett In this episode, Jeffrey and Allison talk about: The imposter syndrome. Steamrolling obstacles. The benefits of getting fired up in politics. Being a grandfather. Managing conflicting priorities. Connect with Jeffrey Hayzlett at www.hayzlett.com Connect with Allison Graham for speaking and coaching at www.R-Ninja.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TRUST is a critical factor in your business success. In this episode, I cover the four moments that most significantly influence trust in a business relationship so you can connect with prospects, clients and influencers. Go deeper into this content and learn everything you need to know to build your army of allies, check out my profitable networking online training program. (Stay tuned, course link being updated.)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“There’s a fine line between patient advocacy and bullying.” - Cynthia Lockrey In this episode, Allison and Cynthia talk about: A quick formula for managing PR in a crisis. Navigating the health care system and taking charge of your health. The difference between bullying and advocating for your health care. The most important thing you can do through your patient advocacy journey. (Hint: document everything.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to master small talk for business so you don't lose opportunities. In this episode of Resiliency Ninja with Allison Graham I’ll share how to learn to love small talk, and make meaningful business connections at networking events. Found at www.r-ninja.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“The benefit of the imposter syndrome is that it keeps you on your toes.” In this episode of Allison and Deb talk about the loneliness of entrepreneurship; the value of surrounding yourself with others who can see what’s in your blind spot; the benefits of the Rockefeller Habits, Entrepreneurs Organization and EOA; how the imposter syndrome can keep you on your toes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your comfort zone could be holding you back from reaching your true potential. Fear is natural, and okay, letting fear hold you back, is not!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Acceptance, love and surrender need to be practiced often, so they come naturally during difficult times." — JJ Flizanes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who do you compare yourself too? The big influencers like Oprah, Gary V. or Marie Forleo? Are you jealous of a friend, colleague or competitor? It’s not healthy and will choke your progress. In this episode, I'll share ideas on how to stop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Leadership is not about the title. It’s about caring, and about humanity, love, and nurturing people." — Joe Fox Allison and Joe talk about cops, vulnerability, leadership and 9/11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices