Think Tank of Three Podcast

Let's face it, we've all found ourselves in a creative rut at some point in our lives, some of us, more times than we'd like to admit. So what do you do when your mind just won't go where you need it to go? Allison Spooner has some ideas on how to tap in to your creative juices and be a Creative Warrior. It's episode #69 of Think Tank of Three podcast.

From the producer behind the camera, the face in front of the camera, to the coach of another generation of on-camera talent, Katy Temple is an expert in presentation and delivery. Now she delivers her secrets of how to thrive no matter what comes your way. It's episode 68 of Think Tank of Three Podcast.

"It's Shark Week!" "Ugh, I'm on the rag." "A visit from Aunt Flo." For as long as women have been menstruating, we've come up with creative ways to talk about it — without sounding like we're talking about it. Enough already! We're fighting the stigma with education in this episode of the Think Tank of Three podcast, talking with Lysne Tait, co-founder of a nonprofit called Helping Women Period.

We all love a good comeback story. It's the stuff movies are made of! In real life though, the pain and sacrifices look a bit different. And when it comes to helping an entire city make a comeback, well, that's a story still in the making. And who better to tell it, than Cathleen Edgerly. It's episode #66 of the Think Tank of Three podcast.

Sometimes, you have to just listen to your gut. That is what Carmen Hughes realized when she finally decided to trade in the "trading floor" and pursue her true calling in human resource. How she honed her perspective and has taken her knowledge and desire to help people of color excel. It's episode #65 of Think Tank of Three podcast.

Have you ever said to your self when having an "off" day, 'it must be a full moon'. Well, you might be on to something. However, you also may not be looking at things in quite the right light. Jennifer Peavey explains how you can use nature, to help put some balance in your life, make yourself more productive and lead to overall greater success. It's episode 64 of Think Tank of Three podcast.

Life can get prettttty comfy when you're living in that safe space inside the box. Until the box breaks wide open— Crushed. Stomped. Smashed! All those plans you had? Yeah, they're gone. And now it's up to you: Is it game over? Or game on?! In this episode, the Think Tank of Three talks with Alexis Neumann of mConnexions.

Finding a home can be fun and stressful all at the same time. But if you don't have the right person working with and FOR you in your search, it can be frustrating. Amy Jackson talks about navigating your search with a true partner looking to put you where YOU want to be while tearing down the walls of housing inequality in episode #62 of Think Tank of Three podcast.

Ladies, at times does it seem like you are constantly avoiding landmines in a work game that no one has bothered to tell you about? Those landmines are the unwritten rules of business and the men have known them since they were kids. Erin Wolf explains how to find them out for yourself so that you can finally play the game on even footing!

As women, we navigate so many different fields that men never have to consider. For Caroline Simmons, it's all in a day's work. Her journey in politics, becoming her city's first female mayor, and her fight to make women seen and heard.

What do you do when life throws you a debilitating blow? You feel it and then figure out how to put one foot in front of the other,.... because you have no choice. Alicia Holt did exactly that while pushing through corporate America as a black women. Alicia shares what it takes to be a Mom, a Widow, a Boss. It's episode #59 of Think Tank of Three podcast.

Feeling tired? Lose weight. Dealing with depression? Lose weight. Crumbling under the weight of systemic sexism? Lose weight. Today's guest, Claudine Francois, owner of In Good Clean Tastes helps up spot the weight loss bull and talks to us about how to feel better overall, just as we are.

Why aren't more women in sales? It's an interesting question that leads to one answer.... you are, you just don't recognize it. The Think Tank of Three focuses in on why being WOMEN, is exactly what the sales force is desperate for! It's episode #56 of Think Tank of Three podcast.

The Art of Negotiation with Julie Holder Fasone- Episode #55 by Think Tank of Three

We've all heard the phrase, do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life. But we've all got to pay the piper at some point and so often, work we love is not aligned with our job. But what if no matter where you worked, you worked from your strengths? What if you were able to cultivate work into something that not only got you paid but also sat firmly within your sweet spot? Allison Tivnon explains how to hone in on what a company actually needs while creating the position you want. This is a serious lesson on being the leading voice in the room. It's episode #54 of Think Tank of Three podcast.

Jemele Hill might be one of the most upfront, straightforward unapologetic sports commentators in the business. Don't believe me, a certain former President and his staff advocated for her dismissal from ESPN. But, Jemele is unbothered by the negative ninnies and the naysayers because she's earned the right and developed the knowledge to voice her opinions and she's doing just that. Jemele tells us how to silence the noise around you, listen to your professional desires and “bet on yourself”. It's episode #53 of Think Tank of Three Podcast.

There is a saying, 'you can't take care of others if you don't take care of yourself first'. Laura Mack found out personally how dangerous it is to ignore your personal better health needs and made the conscious decision to do something about it. Hear how putting her oxygen mask on first pushed her to help others do the same. It's episode 52 of Think Tank of Three Podcast.

With over a year of the pandemic behind us and an unknown future with the new variant, a topic we consistently see come up is returning to work and what the future of work will hold. The discussion seems so focused on the business side and not on the human side. Who is making these decisions and have they considered how it will impact the most important asset in business? The people. Today's guest is Katje Chiller and we are talking about the future of work, work-life balance in a pandemic, returning to the office, and the importance of looking at work expectations through the lens of equity.

Selling Yourself and Your Business with Amy Zander - Episode #50 by Think Tank of Three

Why outsource, when you can just learn the trade yourself?  That's what Roshelle Stovall Lee asked herself and then proceeded to do just that.  She took her God-given skills, molded them, practiced them and turned herself into the one stop shop that absolutely follows the adage "I can do anything".  But she is quick to point out, this is HER story, you have to develop your own.  It's episode #49 of Think Tank of Three podcast.

How do you hold it together when it seems the world is coming apart? Today, we're talking pandemic life, entrepreneur life, mom life, and just well life, with a guest who has a lot to say about how to hold space for yourself when you need it. Kate Snyder is the owner of Piper and Gold, a public relations firm in Michigan. She is known here as a woman who holds nothing back, a fierce protector of her team, her family, the causes she believes in including protecting her own mental health.

She's a two-time WBO Feather Weight Champion, so throwing a punch is what she does.  But beyond the ring and those boxing gloves is a fierce woman who is thoroughly clear on who she is and what she's worth.  Find out how to punch at your own weight and well beyond, this is episode 47 of Think Tank of Three podcast.

You know how people say, "think positively", there is actually something to that. But you can't just say it, you have to whole body do it. Michelle Hutchison breaks down the science and the spirituality behind helping us rewire our minds for a healthier, stronger self!

So much of who we are gets wrapped up in whether or not we're successful. And that success? It's often defined by title and money. So, what if you could shift your mindset to open yourself up to a world of mental wellness and success? The Think Tank of Three welcomes back entrepreneur, public speaker, and now globally published author, Joyce Marter to give us a look inside her new book, The Financial Mindset Fix. Plus, you'll hear Joyce's personal decade-long journey of finding a publisher and her advice for other women pursuing big dreams.

This last year has been heavy. A global pandemic, political division, racial tension. When you have a podcast for women, by women, you get to practice what you preach. And there is nothing we preach more than turning inward when you need it. No matter how you look at it, the lows, the highs, we've all faced changes and challenges. But we're still here and we're here together. Today, Think Tank of Three is hitting the reset button on the podcast and talking about our lessons learned and our lives throughout the pandemic.

Diane Lutz has no problem trying to figure out what works best in her life. In fact she thrives off of it. So if you have goals or specific wants in life and you just don't seem to be making headway, perhaps it's time for a little introspection. Diane has some ideas of how to find the hat that truly fits you!

So you are a successful business woman. You are moving up the ladder and being recognized for the work you do. Problem is, you aren't happy and even though you are good at what you do, you know it's not what you want to do. Shana Shumate walks us through listening to that inner voice and finding real joy.

Jinah Kim had a robust, full-time career as a network cable reporter, but wanted more control over her own destiny. How she turned more than one idea into two full fledged businesses by first, jumping in!

Fashion was her passion, until life took a different road. Just when Adrienne Stewart-Gordon thought she had it all figured out, another plot twist!

Part 2 of a 2 part series podcast. We've had seven months now to get used to the new normal between the pandemic, life in quarantine, the mask debate, civil unrest, the kids at home, working remotely or trying to work remotely or not working remotely. The economy is shifting. The election is coming up and the news is constantly telling us it is the worst of times. What the hell is normal, and how do we cope with a life that is so far from normal, let alone thrive? We are your Think Tank of Three with Dr. Dorian Hunter who is going to talk to us about mental health, why right now it's so hard on us, the tools we can use to build some resiliency, and how to have a little self-compassion.

Part 1 of a 2 part series podcast. We've had seven months now to get used to the new normal between the pandemic, life in quarantine, the mask debate, civil unrest, the kids at home, working remotely or trying to work remotely or not working remotely. The economy is shifting. The election is coming up and the news is constantly telling us it is the worst of times. What the hell is normal, and how do we cope with a life that is so far from normal, let alone thrive? We are your Think Tank of Three with Dr. Dorian Hunter who is going to talk to us about mental health, why right now it's so hard on us, the tools we can use to build some resiliency, and how to have a little self-compassion.

It feels like open season during the election season. No matter what side of the line you're on talking about politics right now is heated and intense. Is there a way to engage in respectful dialogue right now? Dr. Clara Doctolero joins the Think Tank to help us survive the election season and beyond without ruining our professional and personal relationships.

Who says the NFL is a man's world?

This is the podcast that convinced Julie Holton and Audrea Fink that Reischea Canidate-Kapasouris had to be the new co-host for the podcast. In this episode, we cover reaching the peak of your career and then having to start all over again.

Mic check 123... Is this thing on? Oh, it's on. We're back. And it's time for something new for Think Tank of Three. Welcome to our brand new season of Think Tank of three with a brand new third! After months of searching and planning, we are so excited to do this. I'm Audrea Fink here with Julie Holton, along time Think Tank of Three hosts introducing for the first time, our third host, Reischea Canidate-Kapasouris adding a new dimension to Think Tank of Three.

First comes love, then comes marriage. But wait! What about the parents who skip having the baby in the baby carriage? Is it true what they say, that you don't know 'love' until you're a parent? Are you selfish if you choose not to have children? What about men and women who want to conceive a child, but are unable to do so naturally? Or the women and men who want to have children, but haven't yet found love? There are many paths to choose from -- and some paths are even chosen for us. In this episode, the Think Tank of Three talks with guest, Stephanie Barnhill about her choice to be 'childfree'.

How many of you dream of earning the corner office? Of buying the biggest house in the best neighborhood? Of providing for your family — of having it all? Until one day, you realize that dream has changed. Or, it wasn’t really your dream at all! Whether you feel pulled in a new direction, or you're faced with a life-altering diagnosis like our podcast guest, life is full of transitions. Sometimes the path to finding our true joy is an unexpected one. At 32 years old, as a newly divorced single mom of two, Beth Peck received a devastating diagnosis. Cancer. The battle was on... and spoiler alert... Beth (or shall we call her Vi!) not only fought back, she is now leading the fight at a nonprofit that helps young adults facing cancer. And that's just the first few minutes of this episode!

Stepping into the unknown is scary, especially if that means uprooting our lives to try something new. If you're feeling like it's time to make a major move or you're feeling restless, and aren't quite sure where it will lead, then this episode is for you today. A special guest, Nora Luke, shares how to go from Corporate to Calling. At the time of this recording, we are still in a global pandemic. If there's one thing we know about COVID-19, it's that our everyday lives have changed. And it has a lot of people thinking about what they want out of life. Today, we are talking about how to break free from whatever is holding you back from following your passion.

What if you could take the very worst that life has given you, the darkest of the dark, the most painful, traumatic experiences, and turn them into hope and healing for others. In this episode of Think Tank of Three, our guest Priscilla Bordayo says she knew that the only way she could rise up would be by breaking the cycle of sexual abuse, and now she's lifting others up with her. Your show hosts: Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her company helps with SEO, digital marketing, blogging and your entire online marketing strategy. She's at www.mconnexions.com. Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously.

Do you know the difference between happiness and joy? Would you say you have a joy filled life personally and professionally? Today we're digging into building a life that sparks joy. On this episode of Think Tank of Three, Julie, Audrea and guest Seannon Jones discuss how to cultivate it, how to recognize it, and how to empower others to find the things that spark joy for them. Your show hosts: Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her company helps with SEO, digital marketing, blogging and your entire online marketing strategy. She's at www.mconnexions.com. Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously.

Did you grow up knowing exactly what you wanted to be? Were you clear how to get to where you wanted to go? Did you ever worry that if you didn't do it just right, you just couldn't do it? Today we are talking about career paths and the meandering roads to success with Jessica Werner. Audrea Fink is a strategist and business development coach who works at a large law firm in Seattle. Julie Holton is the Owner and Principal Strategist of mConnexions, a full-service marketing and communications agency.

Are you doing your very best, but feel like you want to do even better? If you’re looking to perform at a higher level, this podcast aims to help you get out of your own way! Think Tank of Three’s Audrea Fink and Julie Holton talk with Katy Stanfill about performance accelerators and decelerators. What the heck they are — and how to master them. Audrea Fink is a strategist and business development coach who works at a large law firm in Seattle. Julie Holton is the Owner and Principal Strategist of mConnexions, a full-service marketing and communications agency.

One of our podcast hosts, Kathryn, just had a child and has found herself learning how to manage her professional life differently. It's difficult to do, but at times we all need to learn how to reevaluate our personal and professional lives -- and reprioritize. In this Think Tank of Three episode, we talk about balancing work after the birth of a child. Your three show hosts:
 Kathryn Janicek is a media coach and public speaking trainer. She produces the best YOU. You can find her at www.kathrynjanicek.com Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously. Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her company helps with SEO, digital marketing, blogging and your entire online marketing strategy. She's at www.mconnexions.com.

Too often, we hear “leader” and think of politicians, CEOs, or celebrities. These are usually the leaders in the spotlight. But WE can be everyday leaders, too. And it doesn't have to be big to be impactful. On this episode of Think Tank of Three, Julie, Audrea, and Kathryn discuss the traits that turn otherwise ordinary people into great leaders and bosses, and how to make a powerful impact in your everyday life. Your three show hosts: Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her company helps with SEO, digital marketing, blogging and your entire online marketing strategy. She's at www.mconnexions.com. Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously. Kathryn Janicek is a media coach and public speaking trainer. She produces the best YOU. You can find her at www.kathrynjanicek.com

A strong network gives us strength and support. We build our tribe to get us through the ups and downs. So what happens when the people we need the most, aren't there? On this episode of Think Tank of Three, Audrea and Julie chat with Cameo King about the importance of real, intentional relationships. Your three show hosts:
 Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her company helps with SEO, digital marketing, blogging and your entire online marketing strategy. She's at www.mconnexions.com. Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously. Kathryn Janicek is a media coach and public speaking trainer. She produces the best YOU. You can find her at www.kathrynjanicek.com

Have you ever wanted to be a fearless woman? You already are! You just need to cultivate it. On this episode of Think Tank of Three, we're talking to Dr. Terri Hackett about banishing impostor syndrome and becoming fearless. Your three show hosts:
 Kathryn Janicek is a media coach and public speaking trainer. She produces the best YOU. You can find her at www.kathrynjanicek.com Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously. Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her company helps with SEO, digital marketing, blogging and your entire online marketing strategy. She's at www.mconnexions.com.

*This episode of Think Tank of Three comes with a trigger warning* Our guest today, Tanesha Ash-Shakoor, is giving a voice to victims. She has journeyed from victim, to survivor, to advocate. She's sharing her story to give others the hope they may need. Your three show hosts:
 Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her team works with businesses on digital marketing, content creation, and their entire marketing strategy. She also offers a weekly marketing podcast called the mConnexions Marketing Minute. Learn more at www.mconnexions.com. Kathryn Janicek is a media coach and public speaking trainer. She produces the best YOU. You can find her at www.kathrynjanicek.com Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously.

I will never forget the first day that my grandmother no longer knew who I was. The dagger through my heart when she gave me that blank stare. How could I ever forget? I’ll tell you how… the same way six million Americans right now are living: with Alzheimer’s disease. In this episode of Think Tank of Three, Julie Holton shares her personal story as the hosts talk with the Alzheimer’s Association about the increased risk for women, the burden of caregiving, and the HOPE as we fight for a cure. Your three show hosts:
 Kathryn Janicek is a media coach and public speaking trainer. She produces the best YOU. You can find her at www.kathrynjanicek.com Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously. Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her team works with businesses on digital marketing, content creation, and their entire marketing strategy. She also offers a weekly marketing podcast called the mConnexions Marketing Minute. Learn more at www.mconnexions.com.

Are you making enough money? Are you leaving dollars on the table? Have you ever struggled to ask for a pay raise? Pay gap, sexism, and just not asking - all of these contribute to women not making as much money as men in the workplace. So what can women do to help themselves to a bigger piece of the compensation pie? Today's guest, Dayna Schmidt-Johnson is talking to us about negotiating for a larger compensation. Your three show hosts:
 Kathryn Janicek is a media coach and public speaking trainer. She produces the best YOU. You can find her at www.kathrynjanicek.com Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously. Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her company helps with SEO, digital marketing, blogging and your entire online marketing strategy. She's at www.mconnexions.com.

When it comes to women supporting and empowering other women, today's guest has it down to a science. Using her own natural skincare line, she offers more than just the healing from her products. She offers young women a path to financial freedom and today she's going to tell us how. Your three show hosts:
 Kathryn Janicek is a media coach and public speaking trainer. She produces the best YOU. You can find her at www.kathrynjanicek.com Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously. Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her company helps with SEO, digital marketing, blogging and your entire online marketing strategy. She's at www.mconnexions.com.

Some people want a family someday but have no idea how that could work with work. Some others have children and then have the mom guilt or the dad guilt. While you're at work, you feel guilty about being away from your child and when you're with your child you feel guilty that you're maybe missing out on something with work or you're not keeping up. One woman created a company to help professionals keep growing their personal careers and still have family time. It was so successful she sold her company for millions. Your three show hosts:
 Kathryn Janicek is a media coach and public speaking trainer. She produces the best YOU. You can find her at www.kathrynjanicek.com Audrea Fink is a business development coach. She works at a large law firm in Seattle and LOVES working with lawyers. Seriously. Julie Holton owns the marketing agency, mConnexions. Her company helps with SEO, digital marketing, blogging and your entire online marketing strategy. She's at www.mconnexions.com.