Podcasts about being brave

Our Free Workshop, 5 Steps to Grow a Thriving Health & Wellness Business in 2025, is happening January 27th-30th. CLICK HERE to register!  If you're tired of spinning your wheels in your network marketing business and feeling stuck and frustrated, then you need to hear Wanda Turmes' story. Wanda has been an Optavia coach for three years, and she went from being on the verge of completely giving up—feeling lost and hopeless—to experiencing a complete business transformation in just 30 days. After implementing our LOVE-LED™ approach, Wanda enrolled 7 new clients in a single month (compared to her previous average of 1-2) and doubled her monthly income from $1K to $2K. Even better, she's now connecting with her ideal clients every day in a way that feels authentic and aligned, thanks to rediscovering her passion and purpose. I'm not exaggerating when I say this is one of the most powerful success stories we've ever shared. If Wanda's story impacted you like it did for me, make sure to reach out to her and let her know what resonated most from our conversation today. Listen to Learn 11:46 - How Wanda felt stuck as a "copy and paste coach" and what motivated her to seek a new approach by registering for our free workshop last Fall  16:26 - The way she has grown her business over the past four months and gained clarity on her next steps after attending it  20:26 - Exciting details on what you can expect by attending our upcoming workshop for Health & Wellness businesses later this month   23:41 - What Wanda says has made the biggest difference in the results she is now achieving, specifically in terms of the content she creates   28:45 - A cool thing that started to happen for her when she began using the LOVE-LED™ approach we teach our students 34:42 - How Wanda now feels about herself and her business and what she finds most empowering to her now after making these changes    Register now for our Free Workshop, 5 Steps to Grow a Thriving Health & Wellness Business in 2025 Click here to subscribe to our weekly Comma Club Coaching emails!  443: Being Brave, and Faith-Fueled Leadership with Kristen Glass Follow me on Threads & Instagram at @bob_heilig Join our free Network Marketing Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel  

Join me as I share my three must-have herbs for 2025: Nettles, Mimosa, and American Ginseng. These incredible plant medicines are packed with benefits—supporting immunity, mood regulation, gut health, and overall vitality. I'll dive into why I chose these specific herbs and how they align with the themes of nourishment, resilience, and connection. In this episode, we'll explore the herbal actions of these plants—Nettles for deep nourishment, Mimosa for nervous system health, and American Ginseng for stress support and gut balance. I'll share my personal experiences, photos of the herbs, and resources for sourcing them, along with practical dosing strategies. Let these powerful allies become part of your vibrant 2025! ————  MY ONLINE COURSES

Let's be real: if you're feeling stuck, hesitant, or too scared to take the next step, you're probably caught up in a red light story. What's a red light story? It's the narrative you tell yourself about your business, your company, your products—and most importantly—yourself. These stories quietly creep in, convincing you to hit the brakes on your dreams. But here's the truth: your success is waiting on the other side of those doubts.  In this podcast episode, I share something deeply special—an audio from a limited series I recorded for Optavia. Over the past year, we've had the privilege of working with so many incredible Optavia coaches, and this episode features my friend Kristen, one of their amazing leaders. What we talked about was too good not to share with you. Whether or not you're with Optavia, this conversation about red light stories is a game-changer for anyone in our profession. So, are you ready to stop hitting the brakes and start building momentum? Listen to Learn 4:30 - The importance of mindset and belief as you enter a brand-new year  5:56 - Why Kristen is the perfect guest to be sharing her insights on the concept of red light stories  11:11 - Some of the chaos she was experiencing in 2019 that led her to diving all-in on this podcast and what we teach on it  15:15 - The conscious decision Kristen makes each day to choose courage and some of the red light stories she has had about herself  25:30 - How we're really living from fear and a place of being selfish when we tell ourselves these red light stories 32:49 - Kristen's thoughts on showing up consistently, even when you feel like you're a “hot mess express”, and the impact doing this will have on the results you achieve  42:32 - What she considers to be the hardest part of being a leader in this industry  48:54 - Kristen's superpower and what allows her message to resonate with so many people    Click here to subscribe to our weekly Comma Club Coaching emails!  443: Being Brave, and Faith-Fueled Leadership with Kristen Glass Follow me on Threads & Instagram at @bob_heilig Join our free Network Marketing Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Welcome to "Being Brave in 2025: A Plant Spirit Tarot Reading." In this video, I'll be drawing several cards from one of my favorite tarot decks, "The Flower Speaks." This deck beautifully blends astrology with plant spirit medicine, offering us a deep connection to the wisdom of the natural world. Join me as I pull the cards and invite you to sit in stillness, centering yourself as we journey together into the divinatory realm. I'll draw four cards to reflect on where we are coming from in 2024 and where we're headed in 2025. I've been working with this deck for over 20 years, and I absolutely adore the rich symbolism it carries. Through these cards, I hope you find a sense of hope and receive guidance for the year ahead. The plants are always here to offer their support, and I can't wait to share the wisdom they have for us. Let's explore what 2025 holds and how we can move forward with bravery and trust.| You can chose to use any of these herbs as a Flower Essence to support your journey in 2025. Take 3 drops on the tongue every day to support the work of these flowers in your life! A Review of the Cards: The Action Card for 2025 (Yellow) - Expansion/Fruit/Rose Hips - Travel, Changes in Perception/Expanding Your Work & Visions What is Being Released in 2025 from 2024 - Buttercup/Self-Doubt/Childlike Vulnerability (Sun/Leo/5th House) What is Being Carried Forward in 2025 - Tiger Lily/Action/Bravery/Slow Steady Choices (Aries/Mars) What Unexpected Gifts are Coming in 2025 - Star of Bethlehem/Peace/Ending of Trauma (Uranus) ———— *KICKSTARTER* Support Your FREE Daily Horoscopes for 2025!

Michael Hingson–blind since birth,  acclaimed speaker, and best-selling author whose new book is “Live Like A Guide Dog: True Stories from a Blind Man and His Dogs about Being Brave, Overcoming Adversity, and Moving Forward in Faith”—recounts how the pandemic precluded his then-regular routine of traveling and lecturing, spurring the idea for writing the new […] The post Michael Hingson, author of “Live Like A Guide Dog: True Stories from a Blind Man and His Dogs about Being Brave, Overcoming Adversity, and Moving Forward in Faith” first appeared on Talking Animals.

On today's episode of Asked and Answered by Soul, Jennifer Urezzio and Alyssa Berthiaume, writing guide, ghostwriter, award-winning author, and founder of The Write Place Right Time, explore the idea of bravery and how we can be more courageous. The first and most powerful act of bravery is to take time to know, like, and trust YOU. Part of your journey here is to become comfortable with who you are and embrace your wholeness - both the light and the shadow.   Listen today as Jennifer and Alyssa share that you are far more than any moment when you felt less than whole, and sharing your experiences can be one of the bravest acts of self-love and self-validation you will ever make. Take time to get quiet, listen, and learn as much as you can about who you are in this lifetime on this earthly plane so you can truly LIVE this experience because you're not going to be living at all if you're not in touch with who you are. About Alyssa Alyssa Berthiaume (known as Ally and published under A.Y.) is a mompreneur, author, ghostwriter, and writing guide with a superpower for hearing between the lines. She guides badass and brilliant, loving, and soulful people in writing their incredible personal stories of grit, hope, and triumph meant to inspire their audience, transform the masses, and change the 'effin' world. She is the CEO/Founder of The Write Place, Right Time, an award-winning author of Dear Universe, I Get it Now: Letters on the Art and Journey of Being Brave and Being Me and the co-author of Do Not Write a Book…Until You Read This One. The Asked and Answered by Soul podcast is dedicated to helping you understand that your Soul is the answer. To learn more about your soul's answers and purpose, access your free guide at www.themythsofpurpose.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Marketing vs The World, host Abbie Dando chats with Fiona Brennan, founder of Indie Essentials, about sustainable content creation and how it can prevent burnout in marketing teams. They also explore Fiona's unique journey from the music industry to content marketing, and how creativity has influenced her approach to business and life.In this episode, Abbie and Fiona discuss:Fiona Brennan's BackgroundTransition from the music industry to content marketing, starting with record labels and podcasts.How motherhood led Fiona to rediscover her passion for writing and founding Indie Essentials, a sustainable content marketing business.What Is Sustainable Content?Definition: It's not about writing about sustainability, but creating content that is environmentally friendly and prevents burnout.The two sides of sustainable content: Reducing carbon footprints in online content and creating strategies that are sustainable for teams to execute without burnout.The staggering fact that our online lives have a larger carbon footprint than the aviation industry.Building a Sustainable Content StrategyFocus on customer journeys and understanding the data behind their behaviour.Importance of measuring time and effort for content creation to avoid wasting resources.Repurposing content wisely: Make sure the core content works before breaking it down into smaller pieces.The power of data: Reviewing platforms like Google Analytics and Search Console to see what's driving traffic and conversions, and cutting out what's not working.Being Brave with ContentHow to guide businesses in stripping back non-performing content and focusing on what truly works.The need for businesses to step back from “shiny objects” like new platforms or trends and stay focused on their core strategies.Fiona's use of customer flowcharts to visually map out content strategies and identify weak points.AI and Sustainable ContentFiona's perspective on AI's environmental impact and why she's hesitant to use it in content creation.The limitations of AI in predicting the future and how businesses should focus on adding human perspectives to stay ahead.The importance of human creativity in content creation that AI can't replicate.Lessons from the Music IndustryFiona's time in the music industry taught her the importance of creativity and passion over profits.The "DIY punk rock ethic" she applies to her work today—valuing ethics and authenticity over making a quick buck.Following your creative passions can lead to success both in personal and professional life.Rekindling Creativity in TeamsFiona's advice for marketing teams that have lost their creative spark: Step away from the office, allow for breathing space, and encourage personal creative projects.The science behind why the best ideas come when you're not actively trying to create them (like in the shower or swimming pool!).The importance of having breaks during the workday to spark creativity and reduce burnout.Key Takeaways From This EpisodeTime Matters: Understand how long your content creation process takes and cut out what isn't working to protect your mental health and productivity.Be Selective: Focus your efforts on content that drives results instead of spreading yourself too thin across multiple platforms.Protect Creativity: Step away from the...

Ally Berthiaume is the founder of The Write Place, Right Time, which is her virtual boutique of book coaching. She is also an award winning author for her book Dear Universe, I Get it Now: Letters on the Art and Journey of Being Brave and Being Me and co-author of Do Not Write a Book...Until You Read This One. In this episode we delve into her story of how she decided to become a writer and then step into the entrepreneurial world. Here is where you can find Ally: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewriteplacerighttime/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayberthiaume/ Instagram: @ayberthiaume Website: thewriteplacerighttime.com

In this engaging episode of "The Brand Called You," Jim Detert, the John Colley Endowed Chair of Business at the Darden School, University of Virginia shares his journey, discussing how his upbringing shaped his leadership philosophy and passion for organizational behavior. They delve into the concept of workplace courage, the evolution of leadership in the digital age, and the importance of ethical conduct in decision-making. Jim also provides insights into the characteristics of nonconformist leaders and their vital role in driving organizational success. 00:35- About Jim Detert Jim Detert is the John Colley Endowed Chair of Business at the Darden School, University of Virginia. He is a professor of public policy at the UVA - Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy.  He is the author of several publications. But one of his books is “Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work”. He's been recognized awarded and felicitated several times. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tbcy/support

We promised you a Part 2 with Michael Hingson—and here it is! We don't always get the opportunity to follow up a guest interview with a second part, and that's why we are thrilled to bring you more of Michael's inspiring story and his important work in the field of accessibility. Michael first joined us last May for an episode titled, “Approaching Life with an Unstoppable Mindset.” (Click here to listen!)Michael Hingson has a fascinating life story. With a master's degree in physics, he is an educator, best-selling author, inspirational speaker, and disability advocate—and he is blind and a 9/11 World Trade Center survivor. When his premature birth called for a pure oxygen environment, his retinas were irreparably damaged, and he has been blind ever since. His parents were urged to institutionalize him because “no blind child can ever amount to anything or contribute to society”---or so the doctors said. His parents refused and gave Michael every chance to learn as any other child, sending him to public schools throughout his life and demanding that he adapt to his disability to live an independent life. He earned his physics degree and secondary education teacher credential, going on to become an accomplished salesman and sales manager. He is a coveted keynote speaker, author of Thunder Dog: The Story of a Blind Man, His Guide Dog, and the Triumph of Trust, and host of the Unstoppable Mindset podcast.Show Highlights:Diversity, inclusion, and disability (According to the CDC, 25% of Americans have some sort of disability.)Why we don't talk about disabilityFear can be a powerful tool to focus us when we feel blinded, paralyzed, or overwhelmed.Michael's next book (August 2024), Live Like a Guide Dog: True Stories from a Blind Man and His Dogs about Being Brave, Overcoming Adversity, and Walking in FaithMichael's work with AccessiBe to advance accessibility with AI technologyAccessibility technologies for those with cognitive disabilities, ADHD, etc. Changing the thinking around disability and “visual impairment”A glimpse into Michael's full life today: traveling, speaking, podcasting, and working tirelessly to advance accessibility for everyoneLinks/Resources:Connect with Michael Hingson: Website, Thunder Dog book, Live Like a Guide Dog book, and the Unstoppable Mindset podcast.Find out more about AccessiBe.Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center:...

Welcome to episode #929 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast - Episode #929. Uncertainty and rapid change have become the business norm. The need for brave leadership is more pronounced than ever. Todd Henry, self-describes as an "arms dealer for the creative revolution," brings this point home in his latest book, The Brave Habit - A Guide To Courageous Leadership. Known for his extensive work with leaders and organizations to foster environments of innovation and creative brilliance, Todd's insights are always invaluable for anyone looking to thrive in creative or challenging industries. Todd's been a friend for over a decade, and he is the person that I turn to when I think about new ways for human beings to be creative and more effective. Todd explores the evolving dynamics of bravery in the business world, especially in the realms of book publishing and the integration of artificial intelligence into creative processes. As the landscape of publishing shifts and AI begins to play a significant role in creativity, Todd discusses how these tools can be leveraged to enhance creative output without compromising the integrity of artistic expression. The Brave Habit is not just a manual - it's a manifesto for courageous action in times of daunting challenges. Todd emphasizes that bravery isn't an innate trait possessed by a select few but a skill that can be honed. His practical framework for courageous leadership is designed to empower professionals to make tough decisions and lead confidently through times of uncertainty. The conversation also touches on the risks posed by cancel culture and the pervasive fear of judgment that can stifle bold decision-making. Todd argues that creating a balance between homogeneity and creativity is crucial for fostering a culture of innovation. He highlights the role of empathy in understanding diverse perspectives and building a supportive environment where bravery can flourish. According to Todd, bravery involves doing the right thing in the face of fear or personal loss, and it is something that can and should be cultivated daily. Todd is also the author of The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, Herding Tigers, Daily Creative (also the name of his excellent and recently rebooted podcast), and Louder Than Words. Todd is also active on ThinkersOne where you can book him to pop into your next meeting. Enjoy the conversation... Running time: 1:09:06. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. Check out ThinkersOne. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on Twitter. Here is my conversation with Todd Henry. The Brave Habit - A Guide To Courageous Leadership. Daily Creative. Daily Creative Podcast. The Accidental Creative. Die Empty. Herding Tigers. Louder Than Words. Check out Todd on ThinkersOne. Follow Todd on X. Follow Todd In Instagram. Follow Todd on LinkedIn. This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'. Takeaways The traditional model of book publishing is evolving, with new formats and publishing options emerging. AI has the potential to enhance creativity by providing new avenues of exploration and inspiration. Creativity is a complex concept, and the impact of AI on creativity is still being explored. Bravery is essential in creative pursuits, as it requires taking risks and challenging the status quo.  Cancel culture and the fear of making missteps can hinder bravery in the workplace. Finding a balance between homogeneity and creativity is crucial for fostering innovation. Empathy plays a significant role in promoting bravery and understanding different perspectives. Bravery is defined as doing the right thing even in the face of fear or personal loss. Being brave in a cowardice situation requires listening to one's conscience and not succumbing to societal pressures. Bravery can be developed and trained, and it is not limited to extraordinary acts. Promoting bravery in everyday life involves creating a culture that values empathy, meaningful conversations, and the willingness to challenge the status quo. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Book Formats 03:00 - The Changing Landscape of Book Publishing 06:11 - New Models for Book Publishing 09:22 - The Role of AI in Creativity 15:10 - The Complexity of Creativity and AI 21:18 - The Impact of AI on Creativity and Imagination 30:05 - The Brave Habit and Bravery in Creativity 36:36 - Balancing Artistic Expression and Market Demands 41:09 - Taking Brave Actions in Creative Pursuits 41:59 - The Rewarding of Bravery in the Business World 45:12 - The Impact of Cancel Culture on Bravery 50:14 - The Balance Between Homogeneity and Creativity 54:53 - The Role of Empathy in Bravery 01:00:06 - The Definition and Opposite of Bravery 01:01:17 - Being Brave in a Cowardice Situation 01:04:06 - Discovering the Nature of Bravery 01:05:22 - Promoting Bravery in Everyday Life

Ever felt the rush of adrenaline when charting an unknown path? That's exactly what Kyle Hamilton, our guest and founder of birr agency, experienced when he traded the prospect of a "serious" career like medicine or law for the thrill of building his own digital marketing firm. This episode peels back the layers of Kyle's journey, highlighting the transformative power of embracing rejection and the cascade of opportunities that follow. His insights into honing in on the perfect audience and commanding social media presence are gold mines for any entrepreneur looking to leave a mark in the digital world.Meanwhile, I get real about the magnetic pull of following your dreams, as we explore a tale of a law career left behind for the wild embrace of photography. There's something about listening to your gut and manifesting your desires that creates a life of richness and authenticity. We dive into the essence of choosing passion over expectation and the joy that comes from aligning with your heart's calling—a conversation that will kindle the fire within to pursue what truly sets your soul ablaze.Closing out, we unpack what it means to live untethered, a life brimming with potential and free from the weight of regret. I recount my own crossroads moment between the hospitality industry and a budding passion for photography, and how my wife's logical counsel charted our course. The episode wraps with an entrepreneur's guide to captivating an audience and the art of storytelling in marketing, sprinkled with personal revelations on overcoming business fears through breathwork and mindset coaching. Prepare to be energized to seize opportunity with both hands and chart a course true to who you are.MEET KYLE HAMILTONKyle Hamilton, the visionary founder of birr agency ltd, blends over a decade of digital marketing expertise with business solutions. His journey, from dirt-bag-ski-bum to serial entrepreneur, reflects his passion for exploring all of life's paths, and facing all of its challenges head on. His entrepreneurial experiences help clients develop impactful digital marketing strategies that drive business results. Kyle's leadership has transformed birr agency into a leading digital marketing agency, renowned for personalized, results-driven solutions across diverse channels. A respected industry speaker and thought leader, Kyle is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and experience.Connect with Kyle@wearebirr on all social media channelskyle@wearebirr.comwww.wearebirr.comSupport the showJoin Brilliant Breathwork, Jen's monthly membership offering multiple weekly live breathwork sessions with a trauma-informed facilitator, an extensive vault of replays, and a supportive community for authentic, creative, and radiant growth. Other ways you can support: Share an episode and tag Jen on Instagram @untetheredjen Follow/subscribe to get updates of new episodes Leave a review! Connect with Jen JenLiss.com @untetheredjen Music created and produced by Matt Bollenbach

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In this episode, Erin shares a short and sweet message for anyone who can relate to being a perfectionist, is procrastinating, or feeling afraid to start something new. What she explores... Overcoming Perfectionism and Procrastination The Importance of Following Your Heart's Desire Courage, Being Brave and Taking Messy Action Embracing Exploration and New Opportunities keywords perfectionism, procrastination, fear, courage, action, exploration, new opportunities, personal growth, self-improvement. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/energetic-perspectives/message

CHOOSING COURAGE - With Dr. Jim Detert Season 1 Episode 11 In this episode of The Bravery Academy, Dr. Jim Detert shares his wisdom around courage and how to speak truth to power. He is the author of Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work, which provides an inspirational, practical, and research-based guide for embracing risk and making a powerful impact in your career. During the episode, Dr. Detert discusses the following topics: The importance of choosing courage in all aspects of life How to speak truth to power and make a positive impact in your workplace Practical tips for embracing risk and overcoming fear The power of vulnerability and authenticity in leadership Don't forget to check out Dr. Jim Detert's book, Choosing Courage, for even more insights and strategies on how to be brave at work and in life. Links: Choosing Courage Remember to subscribe to The Bravery Academy podcast for more inspiring conversations. Access ad-free, early access content on Apple Podcasts and patreon.com/thebraveryacademy. And if you have a question get in touch with Emma on Instagram or Facebook  @thebreatheffect @drvictoriathompson MORE CONTENT or to simply support the Podcast: patreon.com/thebraveryacademy WANT AD FREE/ EARLY ACCESS APPLE PODCASTS SUBSCRIBERS MORE CONTENT or to simply support the Podcast: patreon.com/thebraveryacademy Subscribe to "The Bravery Academy" on Apple Podcasts to access early ad-free episodes and be part of a community dedicated to building resilience. WANT AD FREE/ EARLY ACCESS APPLE PODCASTS SUBSCRIBERS Check out Emma's website to access her free resources such as her breathing quiz and find out how you work with her one on one, in a group, with her Thrive Workshops or on retreat: THE BREATH EFFECT RESOURCES The Bravery Academy is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The episodes on The Bravery Academy discuss a range of topics from mental health, trauma, abuse, stress, loss and bravery.  If you are struggling please reach out for help.  If you are in New Zealand and need to talk free, call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counselor. The Depression helpline is on 0800 111 757 or free text 4202(to talk to a trained counselor about how you are feeling or to ask any questions).  Youthline call 080 0376 633 or free text 234.  You are not alone. PROUDLY PRESENTED BY CONmunity on the EVERGREEN NETWORK  Check out more: CONNING THE CON KLOOGHLESS - THE LONG CON GUILTY GREENIE STOP THE KILLING    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To be an impactful leader, you must embrace brave leadership.  In today's episode, I'm joined by a special guest who knows how to help leaders stop playing small and become braver, more impactful, and happier leaders.Zulaica has honed her skills as a Leadership Development expert for over 30 years. She facilitates leadership workshops at Google, speaks at the Harvard Club on Leadership, has been filmed by CNN for her Powerful Public Speaking Workshop, and INC. Magazine features her signature Leadership Program.Jo delves into the challenges and rewards of being a courageous leader, particularly for women in the workplace. She discusses the importance of breaking through the "lovely style of leadership" that often holds women back, and she provides actionable tips for increasing your courage and making a meaningful impact in your organization.Here's what you can expect from the episode:You'll find out what you need to do to embrace brave leadership.The big reason that prevents women from being seen and heard.Why you must understand the inverse effect when it comes to respect and courage.How small acts of courage can lead to significant breakthroughs.Brave leadership is not about perfection; it's about taking risks and learning from mistakes.In addition to these insights, we also discuss:The importance of self-advocacy.How to overcome the fear of failure.Strategies for challenging authority figures.Tips for developing your courage as a leader.Check out Jo's website at www.joleader.com for details on her FREE program, Being Brave.Connect with Jo Zulaica:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoLeader1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/JoLeader LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-zulaica-699422a6/ Connect with your host, Kele Belton:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/     Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com 

In this episode, celebrated Author Martha Anne Toll shares her journey of persistence and creativity. Despite fairly constant rejection, Martha pursued her love of writing for 20 years. She emphatically shares with us the importance of tuning into our inner voice the one that urges us to keep going when things get tough. Martha intuitively knew how critical it would be to incorporate writing into all aspects of life - so that she could keep doing it even through the challenging dry times. She shares how she did this and how it kept her spirit alive as she navigated a long desert of rejection. She introduces her Gotham Award Nominated novel, The Three Muses and shares her writing process with listeners. The episode explores the significance of loneliness and yearning in creativity and the creative process as well as how Martha sees role as a writer. We touch on where she is with her second novel, her passion for mentoring other writers, and the value in "the rests" of creativity.Martha's wisdom and the learnings from her journey so far, provide valuable insights and uplifting inspiration for aspiring writers and creative individuals who are living their own ups and downs along the way as they preserve to find their own paths to success.What We Talk About:-Martha's journey of persistence and creativity.-The inner voice that motivates us to keep going.-Incorporating your creative passion into daily life.-Keeping creativity fresh during periods of rejection.-Martha's Three Muses and her writing process.-Techniques for effective writing.-The importance of loneliness and yearning in creativity.-The value of pauses in creativity.-The best place to start creative projects.Martha's wisdom and journey provide valuable insights for aspiring writers and creative individuals seeking to persevere and find their own paths to success.Embracing the Journey: Martha Anne Toll's Inspiring Story of Perseverance & The Creative SpiritIn the world of creativity, few stories are as inspiring as that of Martha Anne Toll. Her journey is a testament to the power of persistence, the magic of embracing one's inner voice, and the art of finding creative fulfillment even in the face of constant rejection. Join us as we delve into Martha's remarkable story and glean valuable lessons on how to keep your creative flame alive.About Martha Anne Toll: Martha Anne Toll is not an overnight success story. Her path to becoming a renowned writer was paved with two decades of rejection, but during that time, she never lost sight of her passion. After receiving her law degree from Boston University School of Law, she embarked on a journey that would ultimately lead her to the world of writing. Her essays and book reviews have graced prestigious publications such as NPR, the Washington Post, The Millions, and many more. Her writing reflects her deep insights, empathy, and her ability to connect with readers on a profound level.The Miracle of the Inner Voice: One of the most striking aspects of Martha's journey is the "miracle" that accompanies her every step of the way. She describes it as the little voice inside that whispers, "keep going." This inner voice is a constant companion that helps her navigate through adversity and rejection. Martha's story reminds us that inspiration is often found within ourselves, and we must listen carefully to that inner guidance.Incorporating Writing into Life: Martha's commitment to her craft is awe-inspiring. Even when her writing career faced countless rejections, she found ways to incorporate writing into all aspects of her life. This dedication allowed her to continue doing what she loved, purely for the love of it. Martha's story teaches us that creativity can flourish when it's woven into the fabric of our daily lives.Keeping Creativity Alive and Fresh: Creativity can wane during times of rejection and failure, but Martha found ways to keep it alive and flowing. She shares practical insights and ideas to help aspiring writers and artists keep their creative practices fresh, no matter how long it takes to achieve their big break.Martha's Three Muses: Music, Discipline, and Memory: In her novel "The Three Muses," Martha introduces us to her creative muses: Music, Discipline, and Memory. These muses inspire her and help her maintain her creative spirit. Learning about these muses can offer valuable guidance on nurturing your own creative loves.Starting in the Middle: One of Martha's unconventional yet liberating pieces of advice is to start in the middle of creative projects. Instead of obsessing over a perfect beginning, she encourages us to dive right into the heart of our creative endeavors. This approach allows for freedom and exploration, leading to unexpected and beautiful outcomes.Paying It Forward: Martha's journey has also inspired her to give back. She mentors other writers, sharing her experiences and insights with those following in her footsteps. Her willingness to support and encourage others underscores the importance of paying it forward in our creative communities.Embracing "The Rests": Martha's wisdom extends to recognizing the beauty in "the rests" of creativity. Just as music finds its magic in the pauses, our creative journeys can benefit from moments of reflection and rejuvenation. Her perspective encourages us to embrace these pauses as essential parts of our creative process.Martha Anne Toll's remarkable journey is a source of inspiration and valuable lessons for anyone pursuing their creative dreams. Her story reminds us that persistence, listening to our inner voices, and finding creative fulfillment in everyday life can lead to profound success. As Martha continues to celebrate the anniversary of her debut novel and works on her second, her story serves as a beacon of hope for all creatives on their own unique journeys.

Chris Woolsey, Senior Director of Communications for Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment chats about the latest films and TV shows airing for October on Crackle.com. In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, our guests are tv personality and Emmy Award-winner Lilliana Vazquez chats about the new children's show Nina's Familia on the Cocomelon Youtube Channel. And tv investigative journalist for Inside Edition, Lisa Guerrero chats about her new autobiography Warrior: My Path to Being Brave.

Ep. 167: Solocast - How To Step Into Your Next Chapter & Begin Doing Your Dharma Quote: "Make a list of all of the things that you love. And also on that list, make a list of the things that bring you joy, that make you come alive." Summary: In this podcast episode, we're diving into the exciting theme of embracing a new chapter in your life and breaking free from whatever's been holding you back. Whether you're at the beginning of your healing journey, just starting to discover yourself, or dealing with the aftermath of a challenging breakup or heartbreak, this episode is for you. I invite you to join our Dharma Coaching Institute, a six-month program that can help you discover your soul's calling and become a certified soul purpose coach. It's a unique opportunity to explore your passions, develop your skills, and make a positive impact in the world. Our program is accredited by the International Coaching Federation, a prestigious certification in the coaching world. In this episode I talk about… A transformative journey, beginning with divorce nearly a decade ago Daring to do things differently, such as taking improv and stand-up comedy classes. Seeking out healing communities and diving into spiritual practices like meditation, breath work, yoga, and more. The importance of understanding your soul's transformation and evolution. Connect with Neeta: Follow her on Instagram @neetabhushan. Follow The Brave Table on Instagram @thebravetable. Join the waitlist for the That Sucked. now what? 8-week group coaching course.  If you loved this episode, you'll love… Episode 101: Being Brave in Breakups, Listening to Your Intuition, Miscarriages, Somatic Healing, and New Love with Dr. Jen Esquer  Episode 105: Overcoming Adversity: Lessons on Navigating Life's Suckiest Moments with Dr. Neeta Bhushan  Episode 142: How to Begin Your Journey of Healing with Dr. Neeta Bhushan Discussion Question: How do you take control of  your own life, and what are some effective ways you've found to regulate and restore balance?   Join the conversation on Instagram @thebravetable!  Hey loves! Take just 2 minutes and find what YOUR emotional type is by taking  my FREE quiz here →  theemotionalreset.com/quiz  For a weekly dose of my hacks, tools, & tips to emotionally reset, join my 27,000 newsletter here at → yourweeklyreset.com If the only thing you do today, is head over to iTunes, we would love your support in allowing us to expand and GROW! Please consider taking just 5 mins to write us a 5 -star review. It would mean the world, and allows us to get even bigger guests. When you do, please send a screenshot of your juicy 5-star review to support@globalgrit.co and we'll send you a FREE GIFT of my 12-month self- care calendar.  

The Inside Edition correspondent shares her path from cheerleader to actress and sportscaster, the “dream job” as a Monday Night Football sideline reporter that quickly turned to a “nightmare,” and how the surprising choice to appear on the cover of Playboy allowed her to reclaim her narrative and rebuild her career. It's all part of her riveting memoir, Warrior: My Path to Being Brave.Follow Lisa on Instagram @4lisaguerrero. If you liked this episode, listen to How Lori Montenegro is Holding the Powerful Accountable and Alicia Tells Us about Her Book, The Likeability Trap.

Henry Lake talks with Investigative Journalist, Actress, former Sportscaster and Model Lisa Guerrero about her new book "Warrior: My Path to Being Brave", the reason behind it, turning a negative into a positive, why having empathy makes you brave, getting over obstacles and more.

“All I felt was this like divine, perfect, inexplicable, beautiful love, and it was just like this peace… But I wonder, that if when we do die–if that's what we're actually met with–what is it that we're so afraid of while we're here living?" - Amber Lilyestrom     Hey, Brave Table! I'm so excited about this extraordinary episode featuring the unstoppable force that is Amber Lilyestrom. Get comfortable, because we're going deep into Amber's awe-inspiring journey of bravery, resilience, and transformation. Her story is a living testament to the profound impact of embracing change, trusting your instincts, and crafting a life that resonates with your desires. In this episode, we talk about… Embracing life's fullness, reconnecting with the body, and shifting perspectives. Acting on faith, opening doors to new opportunities, and conquering fear and societal norms. Transitioning careers, stepping towards alignment, and living on purpose.   Amber has been featured by Forbes, Entrepreneur and Working Mother Magazine.  She is the author of multiple books, including Paddle Home, Master Your Money Mind and co-author of Quantum Wealth.   She is a trauma survivor, an infertility warrior, an adoptive mama, a former D1 athlete with her Master's degree and 20 years of pro experience in marketing, sales, branding & teaching.    Amber has also produced hundreds of live events throughout her career and now hosts epic retreats and experiences like the IGNITE Your Soul Summit AND she helps her increase their impact to do the same.  Connect with Amber: Follow her on IG @amberlilyestrom. Check out her website amberlilyestrom.com. Listen to Amber's interview with Neeta on the Ignite Your Dreams podcast. If you loved this episode… You'll love Episode 101: Being Brave in Breakups, Listening to Your Intuition, Miscarriages, Somatic Healing, and New Love with Dr. Jen Esquer. Apple | Spotify You'll want to listen to Episode 83: How to Step Into the Best Version Of Yourself Before Becoming a Mama with Melissa Ambrosini. Apple | Spotify Episode 39: Second Chances at Life, Manifesting through Contrast, and Responsible Leadership with Jenna Phillips Ballard is also inspiring. Apple | Spotify Discussion Question: What moments of resilience and courage in your own or someone else's journey have inspired you to embrace change and transformation? Join the conversation on Instagram @thebravetable!  Hey loves! Take just 2 minutes and find what YOUR emotional type is by taking my FREE quiz here →  theemotionalreset.com/quiz  For a weekly dose of my hacks, tools, & tips to emotionally reset, join my 27,000 Newsletter here at → yourweeklyreset.com If the only thing you do today is head over to iTunes, we would love your support in allowing us to expand and GROW! Please consider taking just 5 mins to write us a 5 -star review. It would mean the world, and allows us to get even bigger guests. When you do, please send a screenshot of your juicy 5-star review to support@globalgrit.co and we'll send you a FREE GIFT of my 12-month self- care calendar.

I recommend Aasha T LaCount´s Self-Worth Warrior Course - Use the $35 discount code: SWW2023 ------------------------ Check out my new course Norse Magic - includes Nordic shamanic practices: utiseta, galdr and communicating with nature spirits, manifestation and meditation practices ------------ My interview on Being Brave with Sasha Lipskaia -------------------------------- Check out my free app - Nordic Manifestation Chants: Apple App StoreGoogle Play ------------------------ Nordic Magic Link on Instagram Join the Nordic Magic Link Facebook group Check out my music & websiteEmma Cairo Music on Instagram ---------------- Show note: Caduceus is the medicine symbol; a short staff entwined by two serpents. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cairo/message

Sasha Lipskaia guests the podcast and shares her fascinating story of initiation through - what she describes as - the underworld... Sasha is a MA ICF intuitive mindset coach & speaker, spiritual mentor, artist and creator of the Sacred Purpose Mystery School. She is also a podcaster and hosts the inspiring podcast Being Brave. Find Sasha here: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sashalipskaia Website: https://www.sashalipskaia.com ----------------------------------- My new Norse Magic Course: https://emma-s-site-efa7.thinkific.com/courses/NorseMagic ------------------------------------ Check out my free app - Nordic Manifestation Chants: Apple App Store: http://hyperurl.co/krjis0 Google Play: http://hyperurl.co/izh2g0 ----------------------------------- Nordic Magic Link on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nordicmagiclink/ Join the Nordic Magic Link Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/394185897935369/ Check out my music & website: https://emmacairo.com Emma Cairo Music on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmacairomusic --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cairo/message

Courage is not a character trait that is limited to a select few but rather a skill that can be cultivated through deliberate practice.Unless we repetitively practice the high-stress, emotion-laden situations in which we aspire to be courageous, we will never magically become skillful in those moments.Jim Detert is a Professor in the Leadership and Organizational Behavior area at the University of Virginia's Darden Graduate School of Business Administration and a Professor of Public Policy at the Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy. In his book “Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work” he explores how to be 'competently courageous' so that our courage pays off for us and for our organizations.Jim and Greg talk about how to instill a habit of courage, how to overcome the fear of potential negative consequences work-wise or socially, and how to create accurate risk assessments when it comes to choosing the right battles. They also discuss the prevalent inconsistency within organizations that profess to value individuals with courage while, in actuality, demonstrating a reluctance to embrace them and how to change the structural policy and behavioral conditions to truly facilitate courage in the workplace.*unSILOed Podcast is produced by University FM.*Episode Quotes:How do you power-through emotion-laden situations?35:25: If you're going to act skillfully in high-stress, emotion-laden situations, you have to practice in high-stress, emotion-laden situations. Practicing in a cognitively cool manner is what a lot of us do, and it's why most of us walk out of a room after and go 30 seconds later. Oh sh*t, I should have said this during the because what happens is your amygdala hijacks your executive functioning, and unless we practice repetitively trying to stay in the moment during that hijacking and tamp it down and act, we'll never just magically be skillful in those moments.In a true learning culture, nobody has to pretend they're perfect19:27: In a true learning culture, nobody has to pretend they're perfect, and nobody has to pretend that they can't be corrected in public.The key to sorting out a troublemaker  23:42: If you were going to help a recruiter sort out the difference between a chronic troublemaker versus a legitimate truth-teller who simply wanted to draw its right and improve the organization, I think to me it's a matter of patterning. So if a person has had a pattern of successful jobs they've been in for some time and then has a single situation where they are able to explain why it didn't work out, that to me is different than a person who's had seven jobs in the last six years. And for whom every single organization has somehow been toxic and had a terrible boss. At some point, when you are the only consistent thing in a pattern of different situations, you're the problem.The role of leaders30:02: The role of leaders, particularly senior leaders, is to change the structural policy and behavioral conditions so that they get the learning behaviors they need without people thinking it's courageous.Show Links:Guest Profile:Faculty Profile at University of Virginia, Darden School of Business Professional Profile on Psychology TodayJim Detert's WebsiteJim Detert on LinkedInHis Work:Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at WorkJim Detert on Google Scholar

EPISODE 186 - Alyssa Berthiaume - Ghost Writing, Authoring Your Story and The Role of A.I. for AuthorsOur guest:I'm a professional writer, native Vermonter, practicing feminist, recovering middle child, wannabe superhero, and a mom who's pretty sure she's “winging it”. I've wanted to be a writer my whole life so it's pretty damn cool that I made it. I'm the author of Dear Universe, I Get it Now: Letters on the Art and Journey of Being Brave and Being Me – which pretty much tells the whole story of my journey to this place. I hold an M.F.A. in creative writing and am the Lady Boss Owner of The Write Place, Right Time, my virtual boutique of ghostwriting services. I pretty much spend all my time over there now, so you should go check it out. If you can catch me not writing or thinking about writing, I'm probably drinking Maple Lattes, adding more books to my must-read list, watching The Princess Bride for the thousandth time, or solving a crime in the latest Hunt a Killer box set.https://thewriteplacerighttime.com/https://www.ayberthiaume.com/___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/A podcast is an excellent business card for your book, coaching program or business! Build a community away from the rented land of social media - speak directly to your community and position yourself as the expert that you truly are!Take your passion to the next level - let us help you start and grow your podcast! Podcasts work. Visit https://truemediasolutions.ca/Support the showBuzzsprout is our podcast host for this show!Ready to find a better podcast host for your show? Get a $20 credit applied to your new Buzzsprout Account by using our link! Starting a new show or looking for a better host? Buzzsprout is amazing!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1855306Please note! To qualify for this promotion. All accounts must remain on a pay plan and maintained in good standing (paid in full) for 2 consecutive billing cycles before credits are applied to either party.

Alyssa Berthiaume is a mompreneur, author, ghostwriter, and writing guide with a superpower for hearing between the lines and capturing the voice of her clients. She's the Founder/CEO of The Write Place, Right Time, her virtual boutique of book coaching and ghostwriting services for brilliant, brave, and badass folks ready to change the ‘effin' world with their stories. She's also the author of Dear Universe, I Get it Now: Letters on the Art and Journey of Being Brave and Being Me. If you can catch her away from the keyboard, she's probably drinking Maple Lattes, watching The Princess Bride for the thousandth time, solving the latest Hunt-a-Killer case, or having fun with her partner and son. Find and follow Alyssa Berthiaume Online:Website: thewriteplacerighttime.comBook page: ayberthiaume.com/dearuniverseFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewriteplacerighttime/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayberthiaume/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayberthiaume/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_EJJ-u-iS_V1VNHAt4xmJg For more information on how you can Own Your Awkward with Andy Vargo, check out https://www.awkwardcareer.com/ #podcast #awkward #ownyourawkward #acceptance #authentiicity #motivation #inspiration #Tacoma #marketing #vulnerability #vulnerable #courage #brave #gratitude #grateful #leadership #thanks #nature #ghostwriter #author #ghostwriter #treehugger #outdoors --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/own-your-awkward/support

Alyssa Berthiaume is a mompreneur, author, ghostwriter, and writing guide with a superpower for hearing between the lines and capturing the voice of her clients. She's the Founder/CEO of The Write Place, Right Time, her virtual boutique of book coaching and ghostwriting services for brilliant, brave, and badass folks ready to change the ‘effin' world with their stories. She's also the author of Dear Universe, I Get it Now: Letters on the Art and Journey of Being Brave and Being Me. If you can catch her away from the keyboard, she's probably drinking Maple Lattes, watching The Princess Bride for the thousandth time, solving the latest Hunt-a-Killer case, or having fun with her partner and son. Find and follow Alyssa Berthiaume Online:Website: thewriteplacerighttime.comBook page: ayberthiaume.com/dearuniverseFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewriteplacerighttime/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayberthiaume/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayberthiaume/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_EJJ-u-iS_V1VNHAt4xmJg For more information on how you can Own Your Awkward with Andy Vargo, check out https://www.awkwardcareer.com/ #podcast #awkward #ownyourawkward #acceptance #authentiicity #motivation #inspiration #Tacoma #marketing #vulnerability #vulnerable #courage #brave #gratitude #grateful #leadership #thanks #nature #ghostwriter #author #ghostwriter #treehugger #outdoors --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/own-your-awkward/support

The Butterfly and the Importance of Being Brave

Today I'm joined by Maya Elious. Enjoy this powerful episode, loves!   "We're all going to face some level of oppression. So what I like to ask people is what they can win with, so that they can still win no matter what. I love to operate from my advantages." In today's episode, we talk about: Breaking out of the expectations of family Creating an abundance mindset with money Leaning into your advantages to get ahead in life and business Maya Elious is a personal branding strategist and the CEO of Built To Impact, a   coaching and consulting company that helps faith-based female entrepreneurs build a   high-end coaching business. Through her 6-month accelerator program and her signature live event Impact   Weekend, she's helped hundreds of clients get clear on their message, confidently   increase their prices, and have successful five-figure launches.   She's been featured as a top branding expert in publications like Black Enterprise,   Forbes, and Business Insider. Her main mission is to help women monetize their gifts   so they can create impact and build wealth. When she's not helping her clients build their online empire, she can be found traveling,   spending time with her family, or watching medical dramas Hulu.   You'll love this episode with Maya, and I was so stoked to have her on. Dive in and enjoy! Connect with Maya:   - Find Maya on Instagram @mayaelious.  - Join Maya's challenge for launching your offer here. - Join the Impact Weekend waitlist here. If you loved this episode...    - Then be sure to listen to Episode 58: Being Brave in Being Shunned by Your Family & Walking Away From Radical Religious Beliefs with Andrea Klein. Apple | Spotify   - You'll love Episode 13: How to Build Unconventional Financial Wealth & Abundance with Codie Sanchez. Apple | Spotify   - Episode 42: ‘Taking ownership of life circumstances by reframing your reality to make it work for you with Emily Hirsh' is right up your alley! Apple | Spotify P.S. It's April and we are giving away some of our favorite things this month! We would love to grow our community and leaving a 5-star review on iTunes helps us do just that! You can enter for your chance to win by submitting a review on iTunes. You can win a That Sucked. Now What? conversation card deck, affirmation card deck, or printed journal all throughout April! Winners will be announced at the end of the month. To enter, screenshot your 5-star review and send it to support@globalgrit.co. Good luck!   

This week, I have the pleasure of introducing you to Sasha Lipskaia.  Sasha Is the host of the "Being Brave with Sasha Lipskaia" Podcast and she is an intuitive mindset coach, purposeful leadership specialist, energy healer,  international speaker,  and spiritual mentor to powerful people seeking a deeper connection to their true, whole, integrated self, and higher calling.Over the past 20 years, Sasha's work has integrated mysticism, a variety of healing modalities, shamanism, mindfulness, de-colonial practices, theatrical and movement-based therapeutic art, yogic philosophy, mindset coaching, and sacred sexuality.Her work has been featured on Yahoo Finance, Business Talk Radio, Canvas Rebel Magazine, Authority magazine, and Best Self Magazine.She focuses on  guiding her clients to integrate their shadows and rewire their nervous systems while helping them reconnect to the wisdom of their body, and integrate their soul's guidance....and all of this from a grounded place where they can  create the most impact and meaning. This all resonates with me so much....and it just gets better and better throughout this totally aligned interview! Enjoy!You can find out more about Sasha and her body of work by visiting her website Website: https://www.sashalipskaia.com/Guided Magnetic Manifestation Practice: https://www.sashalipskaia.com/manifestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sashalipskaia/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sashalipskaia/FB: https://www.facebook.com/sashalipskaiacoachingWith Gratitude,xo,T________________________________________________________________________________________Theresa Lear Levine empowers and provides therapeutic support to ambitious, entrepreneurial women who feel a calling to more effectively cope with and release stress, trauma, distraction and limiting beliefs so they can create a calm, clear environment for their purpose, passion, dreams and next level goals to flourish and be manifested fully.Theresa's business, Becoming More Me, helps women become more of who they want to be as they positively transform, show up for themselves and others in greater ways, reclaim and stand tall in their power, and learn to love, accept and forgive themselves in all areas of life!✨

What makes a warrior? Tune in to our show today to hear from my guest, Lisa Guerrero, chief investigative correspondent for Inside Edition, former sports reporter and anchor, actor, and now best-selling author, “Warrior, My Path to Being Brave.” And wow, has Lisa been brave, and a trailblazer, too. We'll talk about some of the abuses highlighted in her book from bosses to colleagues, some accusing her of using her cleavage to nail a job in sports reporting at a time when women were usually in the stands and not on the field. They were wrong. Lisa is smart, resourceful, willing to take chances, and bounces back. And that's a true warrior. We'll ask her about one of THE most difficult moments I've ever heard of while reporting LIVE on the field, suffering a miscarriage, and she kept working. And she'll explain why, the answer framed in a common story we often hear about, abuse. Lisa's story is absolutely incredible, one I can relate throughout many moments in the book. She says she wrote this for all the future “Little Lisa's” out there, so they can be brave. Bravo! Please join us on all video and audio platforms of Deborah KOBYLT LIVE, and please invite your friends, too. Thanks for joining me, Lisa. Such an honor to speak with you and share your story with our audience. #DeborahZaraKobylt

Lisa Guerrero is currently Inside Edition's Chief Investigative Correspondent. She has produced stories that have led to arrests, changed federal legislation and policies at Fortune 500 companies, and helped shine a light on crime, scams, child abuse, and even cold case murders. She has won over thirty-five national journalism honors and awards. Before that, she had a tumultuous sportscasting career in television. Guerrero spent over a decade as a nationally recognized sports reporter on CBS, Fox, ABC, and ESPN, having anchored and reported for dozens of shows including the wildly popular “The Best Damn Sports Show Period.” In 2003, she was the sideline reporter for ABC's Monday Night Football. In her new book, “Warrior: My Path to Being Brave,” she explained that while she covered Super Bowls, Worlds Series, NBA Finals, and interviewed sports superstars. From the outside, it seemed glamorous, but often she was miserable, told to smile more, argue less, and show a lot of leg and cleavage. Colleagues would joke—sometimes on national TV—that she clinched big interviews because of sexual acts rather than talent. She made a mistake on air during the opening game on Monday Night Football that cost her her sportscasting career… and almost her life. In this episode, she displays incredible candor in detailing the ups and downs. She also talks about the small roles she played in various films and TV shows, including Batman Returns, Moneyball, and Frasier. Get “Warrior” here: https://tinyurl.com/2awjdn8w Follow Lisa on social media @4lisaguerrero.

Lisa Guerrero made Dennis Rodman cry; interviewed 3 presidents & hundreds of athletes, sued the New England Patriots—and won; and was hit by a car. Oh, & she was sideline reporter for Monday Night Football.  Lisa shares her incredible journey with us.-Being a woman in a mans sportsworld-How opening night on Monday Night Football  ruined everything-A Miscarriage live on national television-Her journey back on Inside Edition -Working with Debra Norville ... and so much more.  What a Warrior!Lisa's book 'Warrior: My Path to Being Brave'

Ed O'Malley is the Founder of the Kansas Leadership Center, President and CEO of the Kansas Health Foundation, and the author of four books, including his latest, “When Everyone Leads.” Ed discusses how leadership differs from authority, and that authority is required to lead. He explores the disruptive aspects and the risks of leadership. Ed explains the type of problems authority solves and the challenges that require unleashing the leadership of the whole team to move forward. Listen in for how to move forward when faced with daunting challenges. https://bit.ly/TLP-346   Key Takeaways [3:25] In Ed's book, When Everyone Leads, the key is getting people to separate leadership from authority. In some situations, the reliance on authority gets in the way of progress. We need people to know that even if you're not the captain of the team or boss, the toughest challenges require your leadership, also. The book is about how you unleash that in everybody. [4:45] Ed talks about over-reliance on authority. Authority is necessary, but it's not sufficient for making progress on our biggest problems. Challenges between people need to be resolved by the people involved. [6:14] On our toughest challenges, none of us know exactly the way forward. Trust that the collective is stronger than one person's idea. If we unleash the leadership of others, so they feel empowered to exercise that leadership, then we start making more progress. [6:49] If we assume that we have the answers and we know the best way forward, that conveys a lack of trust in the collective. The toughest challenges get solved by people working together. [8:46] The book is about the toughest challenges. A prerequisite for unleashing leadership in more people is to help people break apart the idea of leadership from the idea of authority. They are different things and people know this intuitively. Ed uses the example of Rosa Parks showing leadership by choosing her seat on the bus. [10:20] Ed wants people to be conscious of the differences between authority, leadership, people holding positions of authority, and people exercising leadership. Sometimes people in authority exercise leadership. Sometimes People not in authority exercise leadership. Sometimes nobody does. If people see it separately, it opens up a conversation about what the exercise of leadership looks like for them. [11:22] Jim cites Jim Detert, author of Choosing Courage, regarding the courage it takes to step up and face big problems. [12:08] Julia McBride, Ed's co-author on the book, would say it's all about clarity of purpose. Those who exercise effective leadership are clear in their deep purpose, and clear on the purpose for the meeting they're walking into and the role they play in that meeting. They're clear on the purpose of the project they're a part of. [12:46] A lot of people's purpose is to keep their boss happy. Our toughest challenges are usually about something a lot bigger than that. Leadership is motivating others to make progress on daunting challenges and it hardly ever happens. [14:24] Ed cites the work of authors Ron Heifetz and Marty Linsky who pioneered the concept of the Zone of Productivity, where there is enough conflict that people are uncomfortable enough to change the status quo, but there is not enough conflict to shut people down. If you don't have enough conflict, nothing is changing. If you have a lot of heat at work, consider if progress is being made in the work. [15:32] If the conflict or heat from the top is not leading to progress, then it's time to ask questions and intervene in the lack of progress. [16:52] An executive team needs a common language to talk about the dynamics of productivity. [17:30] Leadership is always about disrupting things. Ed quotes Marty Linsky, “Leadership is disappointing your own people at a rate they can absorb.” When you're intervening up, you can't anger the boss too much; you might be out! But If you're just keeping the boss 100% happy, you might not be doing anything that looks like leadership. [18:02] Jan recalls Jeffrey Pfeffer's 7 Rules of Power. It's evidence-based, controversial, and makes people very uncomfortable. Two of the rules are “Break the rules,” and “Show up in a powerful way.” These are hard to do. You've got to know how far you can push a boss before you're damaging yourself. [18:36] Ed goes back to being clear about purpose. If your purpose is to get along, be secure, and not rock the boat, you will not get close to exercising leadership. If your purpose is “I want the best value for my clients,” or “I'm a sales leader and I'm taking the organization from this level to that level higher,” then you'll be willing to disrupt the norms. Leadership is always disruptive and risky. [19:18] Ed says all of our research is showing if you get lots more people exercising leadership and intervening to create more progress it makes it more likely you'll get the progress. It's too tough for one or two people to do alone because it's too disruptive. [20:01] A chapter in the book explores the clash of values. Our toughest challenges are often about value clashes. You may have a value of gaining market share and a clashing value of playing it safe and not developing new products because you have a legacy product that has been winning for so long. Leadership is always about helping a system elevate one value over another. There is loss in that. [21:31] Anyone can ask powerful questions. Ed explains that a powerful question comes from deep curiosity and it's open-ended. A question that has an exact technical answer is not a powerful question, it's a fact-based question. Powerful questions help everyone learn. “What's our greatest aspiration for our organization?”, “What concerns us the most?”, “What makes progress so hard on those things?” [22:56] Big open-ended questions are powerful and are often game-changing. Powerful questions often make us uncomfortable. They should force us to slow down a little bit and reflect differently. [24:33] Ed interviewed a sage one time who told him, “Ed, that's a great question! And it's a great question because it doesn't have any answers!” If there's an easy answer, it might not be a good question. [25:01] If what you're working on isn't a daunting challenge; if it's run-of-the-mill stuff; if you've got a deadline and the work is technical, and you've got to meet it, you're going to drive everybody crazy if you're walking around asking big, open-ended questions all the time! It's when you're trying to focus people on the things that matter most that these powerful questions are so needed. [26:10] Less senior people may be granted some grace in asking open-ended questions to reveal less knowledge of the organization's purpose. More senior people may ask powerful questions that tend to shape expectations: “How will we respond to some inevitable failure in our attempts to do X?” This introduces the concept of being adaptive. [28:49] The book discusses technical problems vs. daunting adaptive challenges. If you have the authority, say, “We're solving this technical problem this way.” But it is a mistake to treat a daunting adaptive challenge as if it were technical. Those types of challenges where the problem is poorly defined and the answer is unknown cannot be solved by your authority alone. You won't get progress. [30:34] Jan tells about Bill Dean. They would be at a problem situation and Bill would say, “OK.” It meant he acknowledged, he understood, and they would step back and pause before trying to find out what the issue was. He said OK, and everybody knew it was going to be OK. Jan learned to step back when people are hitting the Panic button. Ed says, on the toughest challenges, help people to go slow. [33:32] Have the awareness to discern when you're facing something adaptive where you don't know the way forward. In that situation, progress is about creating a system that can be iterative, that can be experimental, that can take smart risks, learn from them, and take bigger risks. If the situation doesn't call for that and we bring it, we're just going to create more problems. [34:10] There are a lot of big ideas in the book. One is knowing the difference between the technical problems and the adaptive challenges. They require you to lead differently. Another idea is that your authority is a resource but it is not enough to solve adaptive challenges, so you unleash leadership for others in an iterative, learning environment where risk-taking is expected. [36:25] There are expectations on those in authority. Ed repeats that leadership is disappointing your people at a rate they can absorb. People have expectations of those in authority and history is full of examples of what happens to people in authority if they disrupt those expectations too much. Live within the expectations, but push against them, as well. [37:04] Ed explores how those in authority successfully used leadership during the pandemic to be firm and specific about the process they would use to solve the issue without going into what the outcome of the issue would be. They used authority to help people feel safe and that there is some order to things. They talked about the timeline for bringing the best people together to solve the problem. [38:16] Jim compares how Jessica Chen from the previous podcast episode described the same situation of describing the process you are going through to arrive at an answer when dealing with ambiguity. Jim recommends listening to that episode, as this is a big and important concept. Ed agrees, it is important, but it is hard to practice. Go back to knowing whether it is an adaptive challenge or a technical problem. [39:31] If it's a technical problem and you are in authority, use your authority to solve the problem. For listeners who aren't in authority, Ed reminds you to break apart authority and leadership. If you connect them, it lets everybody off the hook, and it's the CEO's job. That puts too much pressure on those in authority. They can't deliver. The truth is, in the big tough challenges, we've all got a part in the mess. [40:25] Jack Welch said, “You can't scale complexity.” Ed's book leads toward simplifying our approach. Jan recommends listeners read Ed's book. It's easy to read and laid out in a way that's very pragmatic. [42:06] Ed's challenge to listeners: “I think we've got to get the bat off our shoulder and take some swings. … Learn how do you take those swings with confidence and skill so you can get a few more hits than you would otherwise.” [44:12] Closing quote: Remember, “Unity is strength…  When there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.” — Mattie Stepanek   Quotable Quotes “We need people to know that even if you're not the captain of the team, the boss, the CEO of the company, or the mayor of the town, the toughest challenges require your leadership, also.” “I think we have an over-reliance on authority. Authority is useful; it's necessary, but it's insufficient for making progress on our biggest challenges.” “A prerequisite for unleashing leadership in more people is to help people break apart the idea of leadership from the idea of authority. We've got to get people to see them as two different things. They are totally separate. And I think that intuitively, people know this.” “Authority is a role; it's a position, and leadership is an activity. And sometimes those in authority exercise it. But most of the time they don't. And sometimes people not in authority exercise leadership. But a lot of times, they don't.” “The book is counter-cultural, in that regard. We're trying to create a new norm for what leadership even is.” “Leadership is always about disrupting things.” “Leadership is so rare because it's risky; … it's disruptive, which is why all of our research is showing if you get lots more people exercising leadership; intervening to create more progress, it's … more likely you'll get the progress. It's too tough for one or two people.” “Big open-ended questions are powerful and they're often game-changing.” “If what you're working on isn't a daunting challenge; if it's run-of-the-mill stuff; if you've got a deadline and the work is technical, and you've got to meet it, you're going to drive everybody crazy if you're walking around asking big, open-ended questions all the time.” “It's when you're trying to focus people on the things that matter most that these curiosity-based, open-ended, powerful questions are so needed.”   Resources Mentioned Theleadershippodcast.com Sponsored by: Darley.com Rafti Advisors. LLC Self-Reliant Leadership. LLC Ed O'Malley Kansas Leadership Center Kansas Health Foundation The Colorado Health Foundation When Everyone Leads: How The Toughest Challenges Get Seen And Solved, by Ed O'Malley and Julia Fabris McBride Todd Satterson U.S. Navy SEALS Jim Detert Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work, by Jim Detert Ron Heifetz Marty Linsky 7 Rules of Power: Surprising—but True—Advice on How to Get Things Done and Advance Your Career, by Jeffrey Pfeffer Jeffrey Pfeffer Jessica Chen Jack Welch

Journalist Lisa Guerrero Joins Brett Allan To Discuss Her NEW Book Warrior: My Path to Being Brave! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbCQ6L3fb_o You can order the book with the link below! https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/... Connect with us on our website for more amazing conversations! www.brettallanshow.com Got some feedback? Let us know! openmicguest@gmail.com Follow us on social media! IG https://www.instagram.com/brettallans... FB https://www.facebook.com/thebrettalla... Twitter https://twitter.com/brettallanshow Consider giving us a kind rating and review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you find the words to speak your truth? How do you show up whole to others?In this episode Christina discusses the importance of having a clear intention and saying "yes" to life in order to show up authentically and bravely. She also emphasizes the importance of celebrating one's growth and being accountable to one's own divine spark.Christina suggests deconstructing past beliefs and opinions that have been passed down to them and aligning to their divine to find the courage to show up as their true selves. To work through this she offers her process on releasing guilt and shamed pass on to others which can be downloaded over at www.spirituallyawareliving.com/guidetoguiltIn this episode Christina covers:How to Speak as YourselfHow to Say Yes to Life (but not to everything)How to know your intentionHow to release what isn't yours so you can find your own beliefHow to Align to Your DivineChristina Fletcher is a Spiritual Awareness coach, energy worker, author, speaker and host of the podcast Showing Up Whole.She specialises in practical spirituality and integrating inner work with outer living.Through mindset, spiritual connection, intuitive guidance, manifestation, and mindfulness techniques Christina helps her clients overcome overwhelm and shame to find a place of flow, ease, and deep heart-centered connection.Christina has been a spiritual life and parent coach for 7 years and trained in Therapeutic Touch 8 years ago. She has also studied Homeopathy,  Quantum Healing, NLP as well as majored in Religious Studies at the University of Manitoba in Canada.For more information please visit her website www.spirituallyawareliving.comOr Follow her on her social media accounts:FacebookInstagramorLinkedin

On today's episode of The BS, we get an update from Nate in Phoenix, discuss the spy balloon shot down over South Carolina, and we get a special One Question with Nicky! Next, we talk to sportscaster and former model, Lisa Guerrero! She tells us about stealing food from the Playboy mansion, the resentment she felt when she joined Monday Night Football, and her suicidal thoughts about the job. She also explains the struggles of becoming a female sportscaster, how she was the first to ask Barry Bonds about steroids, and how her miscarriage affected her. To learn more, grab her memoir that is being out now titled, “Warrior: My Path to Being Brave”. If you're a subscriber, in the bonus content you'll hear about something Bailey has never done in front of his mother before! All that and more on today's episode of The BS! #BetterThanRadio For daily ad-free episodes and bonus content, become a subscriber of The BS today: WWW.PODCASTTHEBS.COM --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-bailey-show/message

Hey loves! In today's episode, I'm joined by the wonderful Puja Shah.   "When you follow your dharma, everything falls into place. So it was like all of this was leading me to something that I knew and I just had to listen to it."   Puja Shah is the former-dentist-turned-award-winning author of the powerful fiction novel, "For My Sister", which is a story about two sisters unknowingly trafficked and their journey to reunite.   Puja had a passion for writing that she discovered at a young age, but had to put it aside due to life's obligations. After discovering her true dharma, she left her job and chose to pursue her passion full-time. Through the process of writing her fiction novel, she learned the power of words and the importance of self-expression and sisterhood. Puja was determined to use her voice and her writing to change the narrative of, and bring awareness to, the issues and struggles of underrepresented voices. She has since been able to turn her passion into a successful career.   In today's episode, we talk about: Writing Fiction and the Power of Voice Pursuing Passions Despite a Demanding Career Following Your Dharma and Making a Career Transition Career Transitions and the Double Standard for Women Taking a Gamble on Creative Work Exploring the Issues of Child Marriage and Colorism in Trafficked Girls The Impact of Writing and Sharing Stories Living in Authenticity and Being Brave in This Stage of Life Connect with Puja: - Find Puja on Instagram @psnamaste - Visit her website at https://puja-shah.com/ - Check out Puja's book, For my Sister, here!    If you loved this episode...  - Then be sure to listen to Episode 92: How To Tap Into Your Self-Expression Through Freestyle Rap, Spoken Word & Poetry With Mark Boughton. Apple | Spotify   -You'll love Episode 88: How To Write A Book That People Will Want To Read and Get Published with Meghan Stevenson.  Apple | Spotify   -Episode 14: ‘How to Know if you are Ready to Pursue Your Purpose & Change Your Life with Dr. Neeta Bhushan' is right up your alley! Apple | Spotify P.S. Love, my newest book, That Sucked. Now What? has gobally launched and you can grab your copy here! I'm doing a book signing, Q+A, giveaways, and an intimate meet and greet on Feb. 13th, in Austin, Texas. You're invited! Check out all the info here!

This week, Jen's guest is the award-winning journalist Lisa Gurrero, on to talk about her new book Warrior: My Path to Being Brave. Lisa is a pioneer in the field of sportsbroadcasting enduring verbal abuse and sexual harrassment. She began her sports career in the 1980s as an NFL cheerleader, then directed entertainment including the cheerleading squads for the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots. At the Patriots, the boss's son told her to remove all of the “Black music” from the playlist and put the cheerleaders in skimpier outfits and high heels instead of sneakers. She refused and was fired but fought back with a lawsuit. Lisa was a pioneer sportsbroadcaster who later broke ground as the first woman sidelines reporter for Monday Night Football. In that role, she strained to put up with a toxic, hostile boss and suffered a miscarriage while at the game, but only shared her story now. Smart, focused, and persistent, Lisa built her entertainment career in sports as well as in acting, starring in the Aaron Spelling soap opera Sunset Beach in the 1990s, among other roles. In 2006, Lisa begcane a reporter for Inside Edition and has used her platform to make a difference. Now as the Chief Investigative Correspondent at Inside Edition, she exposes scams, child abuse and cold-case murders for an audience of 5 million viewers.  Contact Booked Up: You can email Jen & the Booked Up team at: BOOKEDUP@POLITICON.COM or by writing to:  BOOKED UP  P.O. BOX 147 NORTHAMPTON, MA 01061 Get More from Lisa Guerrero Twitter | Website |Author of WARRIOR: MY PATH TO BEING BRAVE Get More from Jen Taub: Twitter | Website | Author of BIG DIRTY MONEY 

Hey loves! In today's episode, I am joined by the fabulous Tricia Brouk!   "We can learn to coexist with fear. I still get nervous, and I have been on thousands of stages. I still get nervous. And the reason that you have that fear is because you care." - Tricia Brouk   Tricia Brouk is an award-winning director, producer, Broadway performer, and speaker coach. She has toured the world in classical modern dance, choreographed for the Lucinda Childs Dance Company, and is the founder of The Big Talk Academy and author of The Influential Voice.   In this episode, you'll join Tricia and me as we talk about how Tricia went from graduating college with $600 and a one-way flight to New York City to becoming an entrepreneur and speaker coach. We dive into how to coexist with fear, and how to build confidence and competence through an effective feedback loop.    In today's episode, we talk about: Learning to coexist with fear Why we experience crippling fear and paralysis How to make it about your audience when you speak The proper ways to rehearse public speaking Your job as a speaker and storyteller What makes a great speaker Connect with Tricia: - Find Tricia on Instagram @tricia_brouk - Visit her website at https://triciabrouk.com/ - Check out Tricia's podcast, The Big Talk Podcast, here!  - See Tricia's masterclass here: https://livemasterclass.triciabrouk.com/art-big-talk-mc If you loved this episode...  - Then be sure to listen to Episode 1:‘Being Brave in Reinventing Yourself. Apple | Spotify   -You'll love Episode 90: How To Build Confidence & Charisma Through Seasons of Pivots, Reinvention & Transition With Vanessa Van Edwards.  Apple | Spotify   -Episode 40: ‘Being Brave in Putting yourself out There even Through Facing Rejection' is right up your alley! Apple | Spotify P.S. Love, we are SO CLOSE to the launch of my upcoming book, That Sucked. Now What? Once the book launches, the freebies I'm giving away with it will be GONE! So don't delay — get your FREE That Sucked. Now What? Guidebook AND your 5-day Fly Forward Healing Practice when you order your copy of my new book today.

"Your messy life-moments haven't been for nothing." Ally BerthiaumeAlly Berthiaume is a lifelong dreamer and professional writer - she even ghostwrites for others! Her book is "Dear Universe, I Get It Now: Letters on the art and Journey of Being Brave and Being Me". Find out about her missing mole, her first boyfriend, if she will still match her bra and underpants after this recording, and what the heck a ghostwriter does. Berthiaume's memoir traces critical moments that laid the groundwork for her present career as a writer. Each chapter is styled as a letter to the Universe. This book will beg you to consider what YOU need to ask the Universe, regarding your own life's journey. Sign up for her snazzy newsletter, the book planning score card, order her book, or to schedule a call regarding your own writing project: https://writeplacerighttime.com

Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos, the hosts of The Leadership Podcast, explore core values based on the six cardinal virtues. Follow the discussion in this important episode to be reminded how the cardinal virtues apply in life and at work, and how you and your organization can move forward by going back to the fundamentals of leadership. https://bit.ly/TLP-333   Key Takeaways [1:25] Jan and Jim have both received a lot of very positive texts about Episode 332, featuring Richie Norton, who talked about the brevity of life. Jan sees that people are planning frantically for next year. [3:05] Leaders are making sure they don't get caught up in emotions but look at the facts. Jim refers to past guest Alan Beaulieu and ITR Economics. The slowdown we're feeling is a slowdown in the rate of growth, not a recession. Slowing from 25% growth to 9% growth feels like the airbags just came on. Don't overreact. [5:20] The numbers come from our words, deeds, and our ability to work through other people. Leaders get people to do things willingly that they would not do otherwise. How we lead depends on our values. Ask what is the most important thing, the second-most important, the third-most important, and so forth. We need to prioritize what we value and translate those values into behaviors we can observe. [6:47] If we say we value integrity, what is the observable behavior that comes from that value? Is hitting the number that top priority, or are people a priority? [7:42] It doesn't matter what you say, it matters what you do. Your culture is a product of your daily decisions and how you treat people. [8:53] Jim recalls an experience from his first college internship at Glenview Tool Company. The owner, Mike Sciortino told him that a security device can't prevent all theft but it can help keep honest people honest. Jim says, as leaders, let's help people do the right thing. Let's encourage them. [11:04] Jan shares a recent airline experience where “the system” wouldn't allow the airline to fix a problem. The system should be for people! [11:40] Jan explains the six cardinal virtues: Wisdom, Courage, Humanity, Justice, Temperance, and Transcendence. Wisdom is built upon curiosity. We have to reward curiosity if we want people to be able to identify problems. Daily, use the statement, “That's a great question!” Reward questions! It's important to catch people doing right. [17:15] Take the focus of questions away from yourself and put it on the other person. Instead of saying, “I don't understand this, can you explain it to me?” say, “That's fascinating. Help me understand why you're going about it that way.” [18:12] Courage gets a lot of talk these days. The best business translation of courage is honesty. Sometimes we say authentic. Jan coached a client who had been honest to their boss, but their boss just got quiet, as though wounded. If we want the truth, we need to hear it. Jim cites Choosing Courage, by Jim Detert. Courage is related to timing. Sometimes, wait for the right moment instead of blurting it out. [21:45] Jan's client recently told him that part of being courageous is not being complicit. Don't keep quiet about stuff. [22:39] Employees always have three choices about their workplace: Suck it up and deal with a toxic culture, try to change it, or leave. What do you stand for? What are you willing to compromise on, or not? It's not like there's much greener grass in different places, but there is different grass in all the organizations. You don't have to be complicit in a toxic culture or abusive leadership. [24:40] Humanity is simple kindness or the Golden Rule. This can be hard because there's a lot of competition. There's tunnel vision. Some niceties go by the wayside. But research shows that human kindness works. Humans respond best to positive reinforcement. Humanity is a decision that doesn't depend on anyone else. Just be kind, even if people are mean to you. It's doing the right thing. [28:01] Jan tells of going from being a sergeant to being an officer. He was told, “You don't have to speak like the soldiers; you can be above that.” It's a matter of respect. If you try to fit in by speaking the cool lingo, it is inauthentic. [28:58] Justice is fairness. Organizations are asking people to be fair to one another. But, in personalized leadership, you can't treat everybody the same, because of their individuality and the work function they have. People want one-on-one time with their leader. In all that, we have to be sure we're being perceived as being fair. Encourage others in the organization to be fair and equitable. [33:19] Temperance is self-discipline. Without self-discipline and sacrifice, we can't tackle big goals. John Wooden taught players how to put on socks and shoes so they wouldn't get blisters. In business, we are missing so many fundamentals, such as starting and ending meetings on time and being predictable. [35:00] Jim says discipline is respect. Showing up to meetings on time is respectful of everybody's time. Discipline with personal and business goals is respect for how important those goals are. If you don't have self-discipline, you probably don't have self-respect. Discipline thrives when you have respect. If you don't have self-respect, discipline falters. [36:29] Transcendence is spirituality. In work, Jan sees it as being gracious and operating with gratitude. Jim reminds us that in the grand scheme of things, our role is small. How do you relate to the universe and other people and creatures? Barry Schwartz, in Practical Wisdom, told of janitors in a cancer care unit operating with graciousness because the patients were in great need and having a hard time. [38:19] The transcendent behavior of the janitors improved the condition of the patients, who were at their most humiliating moments. The janitors were looking at the bigger picture than cleaning up a mess. In high-performing organizations, people operate with that level of transcendence. People who win the Medal of Honor are operating with transcendence, also known as Mission, Vision, and Values. [39:20] Companies are not started for the sake of creating a great culture. A company starts because there is a market need, and they think they can help people. More people get involved and then they think about having a good company, which means having a good culture. People are tribal. The cardinal virtues are the rules to get along with our tribe and be of service to other humans in other tribes. [40:50] Things feel out of hand because we've gotten so far from the fundamentals. As you look at planning, go back and say, “Are we making this too complicated?” [42:24] Closing quote: Remember, “Courage is the most important of all the virtues because without courage you can't practice any other virtue consistently. You can practice any virtue erratically, but nothing consistently without courage.” — Maya Angelou   Quotable Quotes “As [Richie Norton] reminded us, ‘Life is short' isn't a cliché, it's true. and ‘Don't defer your dreams.' Boy, that show resonated!” — Jan “We had some sectors that were growing at 25% and now they're only going to grow at 9%, so it feels like the airbags just came on because we're slowing down from 25 to 9. … The slowdown is huge but it's still a rate of growth. … Let's not overreact.” — Jim “[As a leader,] you're basically saying, ‘Let's change the trajectory, let's improve performance, let's do something different that you wouldn't have done if I didn't intercede.'” — Jan “Your culture isn't what you want it to be. Your culture is a product of the decisions you make on a daily basis. … Do [you] respect people? Do [you] listen to them when they have a concern?” — Jim “If people aren't asking questions around you, you might be the emperor without clothes.” — Jim “There is a way to ask a question so that it will never be perceived as stupid. … [Instead of ‘I don't understand this,' say], ‘That's really fascinating. What made you think to do it that way?' or ‘Help me understand why you're going about it that way.'” — Jim “We see what's going on in big tech right now; it's all fear. It's awful. People are afraid to speak up.” — Jan “It's not like there's much greener grass in different places, but there is different grass in all the organizations. They're different. There might be a place where the values line up better with what you're all about. You don't have to be complicit in a toxic culture.” — Jan “Humanity is a decision that doesn't depend on anyone else. If you're going to be kind, just be kind, even if people are mean to you.” — Jim “As leaders, we've got to encourage others in the organization to be fair and equitable.” — Jan “We know this: Without a certain amount of self-discipline and sacrifice, you can't tackle big goals and defer short-term pleasures. It's really hard. And any organization has really long-term goals.” — Jan “No company that I know of was started to create a great culture. … Every company starts because there's a market need and they think they can help other human beings. And then they get more people involved. And then they say, … ``We should have a good company!” — Jan “We are tribal. To me, these cardinal virtues are the rules for us to behave in a certain way to get along with our tribe and to deliver services, offerings, and products to other humans in other tribes. That's what we're doing.” — Jan “Everything feels like it's out of hand because we've gotten so far from the fundamentals.” — Jan   Resources Mentioned Theleadershippodcast.com Sponsored by: Darley.com Rafti Advisors. LLC Self-Reliant Leadership. LLC Interact with Jan and Jim on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Richie Norton Alan Beaulieu ITR Economics Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work, by Jim Detert Jim Detert Kim Cameron The Positive Coaching Alliance Jim Thompson All I Really Need to Know, I learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things, by Robert Fulghum Discipline is Destiny: The Power of Self-Control, by Ryan Holiday John Wooden Kareem Abdul-Jabaar Practical Wisdom: The Right Way to Do the Right Thing, by Barry Schwartz and Kenneth Sharpe Medal of Honor The Marshmallow Test

Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos, the hosts of The Leadership Podcast, explore core values based on the six cardinal virtues. Follow the discussion in this important episode to be reminded how the cardinal virtues apply in life and at work, and how you and your organization can move forward by going back to the fundamentals of leadership. https://bit.ly/TLP-333   Key Takeaways [1:25] Jan and Jim have both received a lot of very positive texts about Episode 332, featuring Richie Norton, who talked about the brevity of life. Jan sees that people are planning frantically for next year. [3:05] Leaders are making sure they don't get caught up in emotions but look at the facts. Jim refers to past guest Alan Beaulieu and ITR Economics. The slowdown we're feeling is a slowdown in the rate of growth, not a recession. Slowing from 25% growth to 9% growth feels like the airbags just came on. Don't overreact. [5:20] The numbers come from our words, deeds, and our ability to work through other people. Leaders get people to do things willingly that they would not do otherwise. How we lead depends on our values. Ask what is the most important thing, the second-most important, the third-most important, and so forth. We need to prioritize what we value and translate those values into behaviors we can observe. [6:47] If we say we value integrity, what is the observable behavior that comes from that value? Is hitting the number that top priority, or are people a priority? [7:42] It doesn't matter what you say, it matters what you do. Your culture is a product of your daily decisions and how you treat people. [8:53] Jim recalls an experience from his first college internship at Glenview Tool Company. The owner, Mike Sciortino told him that a security device can't prevent all theft but it can help keep honest people honest. Jim says, as leaders, let's help people do the right thing. Let's encourage them. [11:04] Jan shares a recent airline experience where “the system” wouldn't allow the airline to fix a problem. The system should be for people! [11:40] Jan explains the six cardinal virtues: Wisdom, Courage, Humanity, Justice, Temperance, and Transcendence. Wisdom is built upon curiosity. We have to reward curiosity if we want people to be able to identify problems. Daily, use the statement, “That's a great question!” Reward questions! It's important to catch people doing right. [17:15] Take the focus of questions away from yourself and put it on the other person. Instead of saying, “I don't understand this, can you explain it to me?” say, “That's fascinating. Help me understand why you're going about it that way.” [18:12] Courage gets a lot of talk these days. The best business translation of courage is honesty. Sometimes we say authentic. Jan coached a client who had been honest to their boss, but their boss just got quiet, as though wounded. If we want the truth, we need to hear it. Jim cites Choosing Courage, by Jim Detert. Courage is related to timing. Sometimes, wait for the right moment instead of blurting it out. [21:45] Jan's client recently told him that part of being courageous is not being complicit. Don't keep quiet about stuff. [22:39] Employees always have three choices about their workplace: Suck it up and deal with a toxic culture, try to change it, or leave. What do you stand for? What are you willing to compromise on, or not? It's not like there's much greener grass in different places, but there is different grass in all the organizations. You don't have to be complicit in a toxic culture or abusive leadership. [24:40] Humanity is simple kindness or the Golden Rule. This can be hard because there's a lot of competition. There's tunnel vision. Some niceties go by the wayside. But research shows that human kindness works. Humans respond best to positive reinforcement. Humanity is a decision that doesn't depend on anyone else. Just be kind, even if people are mean to you. It's doing the right thing. [28:01] Jan tells of going from being a sergeant to being an officer. He was told, “You don't have to speak like the soldiers; you can be above that.” It's a matter of respect. If you try to fit in by speaking the cool lingo, it is inauthentic. [28:58] Justice is fairness. Organizations are asking people to be fair to one another. But, in personalized leadership, you can't treat everybody the same, because of their individuality and the work function they have. People want one-on-one time with their leader. In all that, we have to be sure we're being perceived as being fair. Encourage others in the organization to be fair and equitable. [33:19] Temperance is self-discipline. Without self-discipline and sacrifice, we can't tackle big goals. John Wooden taught players how to put on socks and shoes so they wouldn't get blisters. In business, we are missing so many fundamentals, such as starting and ending meetings on time and being predictable. [35:00] Jim says discipline is respect. Showing up to meetings on time is respectful for everybody's time. Discipline with personal and business goals is respect for how important those goals are. If you don't have self-discipline, you probably don't have self-respect. Discipline thrives when you have respect. If you don't have self-respect, discipline falters. [36:29] Transcendence is spirituality. In work, Jan sees it as being gracious and operating with gratitude. Jim reminds us that in the grand scheme of things, our role is small. How do you relate to the universe and other people and creatures? Barry Schwartz, in Practical Wisdom, told of janitors in a cancer care unit operating with graciousness because the patients were in great need and having a hard time. [38:19] The transcendent behavior of the janitors improved the condition of the patients, who were at their most humiliating moments. The janitors were looking at the bigger picture than cleaning up a mess. In high-performing organizations, people operate with that level of transcendence. People who win the Medal of Honor are operating with transcendence, also known as Mission, Vision, and Values. [39:20] Companies are not started for the sake of creating a great culture. A company starts because there is a market need, and they think they can help people. More people get involved and then they think about having a good company, which means having a good culture. People are tribal. The cardinal virtues are the rules to get along with our tribe and be of service to other humans in other tribes. [40:50] Things feel out of hand because we've gotten so far from the fundamentals. As you look at planning, go back and say, “Are we making this too complicated?” [42:24] Closing quote: Remember, “Courage is the most important of all the virtues, because without courage you can't practice any other virtue consistently. You can practice any virtue erratically, but nothing consistently without courage.” — Maya Angelou   Quotable Quotes “As [Richie Norton] reminded us, ‘Life is short' isn't a cliché, it's true. and ‘Don't defer your dreams.' Boy, that show resonated!” — Jan “We had some sectors that were growing at 25% and now they're only going to grow at 9%, so it feels like the airbags just came on because we're slowing down from 25 to 9. … The slowdown is huge but it's still a rate of growth. … Let's not overreact.” — Jim “[As a leader,] you're basically saying, ‘Let's change the trajectory, let's improve performance, let's do something different that you wouldn't have done if I didn't intercede.'” — Jan “Your culture isn't what you want it to be. Your culture is a product of the decisions you make on a daily basis. … Do [you] respect people? Do [you] listen to them when they have a concern?” — Jim “If people aren't asking questions around you, you might be the emperor without clothes.” — Jim “There is a way to ask a question so that it will never be perceived as stupid. … [Instead of ‘I don't understand this,' say], ‘That's really fascinating. What made you think to do it that way?' or ‘Help me understand why you're going about it that way.'” — Jim “We see what's going on in big tech right now; it's all fear. It's awful. People are afraid to speak up.” — Jan “It's not like there's much greener grass in different places, but there is different grass in all the organizations. They're different. There might be a place where the values line up better with what you're all about. You don't have to be complicit in a toxic culture.” — Jan “Humanity is a decision that doesn't depend on anyone else. If you're going to be kind, just be kind, if people are mean to you.” — Jim “As leaders, we've got to encourage others in the organization to be fair and equitable.” — Jan “We know this: Without a certain amount of self-discipline and sacrifice, you can't tackle big goals and defer short-term pleasures. It's really hard. And any organization has really long-term goals.” — Jan “No company that I know of was started to create a great culture. … Every company starts because there's a market need and they think they can help other human beings. And then they get more people involved. And then they say, … ``We should have a good company!” — Jan “We are tribal. To me, these cardinal virtues are the rules for us to behave in a certain way to get along with our tribe and to deliver services, offerings, and products to other humans in other tribes. That's what we're doing.” — Jan “Everything feels like it's out of hand because we've gotten so far from the fundamentals.” — Jan   Resources Mentioned Theleadershippodcast.com Sponsored by: Darley.com Rafti Advisors. LLC Self-Reliant Leadership. LLC Interact with Jan and Jim on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Richie Norton Alan Beaulieu ITR Economics Mike Sciortino Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work, by Jim Detert Jim Detert Kim Cameron The Positive Coaching Alliance Jim Thompson All I Really Need to Know, I learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things, by Robert Fulghum Discipline is Destiny: The Power of Self-Control, by Ryan Holiday John Wooden Kareem Abdul-Jabaar Practical Wisdom: The Right Way to Do the Right Thing, by Barry Schwartz and Kenneth Sharpe Medal of Honor The Marshmallow Test

Have you always dreamed about writing a book but have no clue where to start? I know you have a message that you're ready to share with the world — perhaps all you need is a little push to be brave enough to put it out there. When done right, publishing a book can be one of the most viable ways for entrepreneurs and coaches to reach success, but it does require putting in the work before you launch. As many of you know, my first book with a publishing house, That Sucked. Now What? is coming out in January 2023, and many of you have been asking me for tips on how to become an author. So, I've brought Meghan Stevenson to The Brave Table. Meghan has been by my side throughout this publishing journey. In this episode, she shares her in-depth knowledge on how to get published and write a book people will be excited to read! Meghan has spent her entire career in traditional book publishing, starting as an editorial intern in 2004 at Simon & Schuster and ascending to associate editor at Penguin before launching her own business in 2012. She has worked on multiple New York Times bestsellers, including developing the idea for The Bro Code, which has sold over 400,000 copies. Since launching Meghan Stevenson Books, she has helped over 100 authors write book proposals, sell their ideas and publish books. With a focus on prescriptive nonfiction, Meghan and her team help entrepreneurs and experts write book proposals that sell to major publishers. To date, she's helped clients earn more than $2,000,000 in advances from major publishers. Recent deals include It's Not About the Money by Tasha Cochran (Avery), How to Lose Weight for the Last Time by Dr. Katrina Ubell (GCP Balance) and We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers (Harper Leadership). Here's what we get into in this episode…  - What is an author platform, and how to build one - The number one mistake junior authors make - A behind-the-scenes look at the publishing industry - The difference between a traditional book deal and self-publishing - How to start growing your audience - And so much more If you loved this episode, make sure you check out…  - Meghan's website at https://www.meghanstevenson.com/ and find her on Instagram @megstevenson -  Episode 40: Being Brave in Putting Yourself out There, Even When Facing Rejection where I talk about pitching my book - Episode 42 with superstar marketing expert, Emily Hirsh - Exploring your creativity in episode 38 with Amber Rae P.S. Love, don't forget that you can get your FREE That Sucked. Now What? Guidebook AND your 5-day Fly Forward Healing Practice when you order your copy of my new book!

Stepping into motherhood is not something we always consciously think about and act on. If you're embarking on the journey, you've obviously given it some thought, but are you taking the necessary actions to embody the best version of yourself so that you can be the best parent possible? This episode of The Brave Table is for anyone trying to conceive, contemplating motherhood but not sure if it's the right time, or looking for a different perspective on their parenting game. With my guest, the magical Melissa Ambrosini, we discuss preparing your mind, body, and soul for one of life's most challenging yet beautiful journeys.  Melissa Ambrosini is the bestselling author of Mastering Your Mean Girl, Open Wide, PurposeFULL, and Comparisonitis, the host of the top-rated podcast The Melissa Ambrosini Show, a keynote speaker, and entrepreneur. Named a 'self-help guru' by Elle Magazine, her mission is to inspire others to unlock their full potential and live their dream life.  With a deep commitment to empowering others to become the best version of themselves, Melissa believes that transformation is possible for everyone. She strives to inspire others to reclaim their power, step into their truth, live with intention, and move in the direction of their dreams. What we get into in this episode…  - Learn about Melissa's NEW Wholy Mama™ program - What is conscious conception? - How to show up for other moms  - Why conception is a spiritual journey  - How to find your community during pregnancy and find support - Modeling self-love and healthy habits for your children Make sure you also check out…  - Enroll in Wholy Mama ™ at  www.neetabhushan.com/mama and get your FREE 12-month Self-Care Calendar   - Grab Melissa's freebie for The Brave Table audience https://melissaambrosini.com/blissful-postpartum-audio - This is the book Melissa mentions, The Postnatal Depletion Cure - Episode 75: Redefining the Modern Family and Transitions Before Motherhood with Taylor Lou Nations - Episode 27: Trusting Your Power as a Mother, and Being Brave in Wild Free Birthing at Home with Davana May - Episode 33. A Journey Back to Loving Yourself, Women's Wellness, Hormones, and Fertility with Dr. Mariza Snyder PS loves, my book is available for pre-order! Get your FREE That Sucked. Now What? Guidebook AND your 5-day Fly Forward Healing Practice when you order your copy of my new book here! 

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Ron Carucci reveals the four keys to cultivating a culture of trust and honesty in your teams and organizations. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why people don't trust you even if you think you're trustworthy 2) Two fundamental questions to up your leadership3) A powerful exercise to build your honesty muscleSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep791 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RON — Ron has a thirty-year track record helping executives tackle challenges of strategy, organization, and leadership — from start-ups to Fortune 10s, nonprofits to heads-of-state, turn-arounds to new markets and strategies, overhauling leadership and culture to re-designing for growth. With experience in more than 25 countries on 4 continents, he helps organizations articulate strategies that lead to accelerated growth, and then designs programs to execute those strategies. The best-selling author of eight books, including the Amazon #1 Rising to Power and his recently released To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose, Ron is a regular contributor to the Harvard Business Review, where Navalent's work on leadership was named one of 2016's management ideas that mattered most. He is also a regular contributor to Forbes, and a two-time TEDx speaker. • Book: To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose • Series: Moments of Truth • Firm: Navalent.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “UMass researcher finds most people lie in everyday conversation” • Book: Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work by Jim Detert • Book: Crossing the Unknown Sea: Work as a Pilgrimage of Identity by David Whyte • Past episode: 702: Building the Courage to Speak Up and Stand Out at Work with Jim Detert — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Apple Card. Get up to 3% cash back with Apple CardSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's up, Brave Table fam?! I'm so excited to have you join me for this super juicy episode with Justin Rezvani. A serial entrepreneur who started his first business at only 13 years old, Justin is the founder of Zion, a revolutionary social media platform whose goal is to be the safest place online.    He's also the author of Unapologetic Freedom: How Bitcoin Defeats Censorship, Ensures Sovereignty, and Reclaims Our Liberty Forever, which breaks down topics like centralization, privacy rights, and censorship in a digestible way—it seriously blew my mind, and I'm not alone; it also has the praises of names like Tony Robbins, Aubrey Marcus, and JP Sears, so you know it's a goodie!    You'll want to settle in for the entire episode because Justin deep dives into ideas we need to discuss now more than ever in our increasingly digital world, where shadow banning and violations of our personal data are becoming the norm. We talk about the pitfalls of social media, how it actually works, and how he's creating a better online world for the generations to come. Plus, what it really takes to be an entrepreneur and relentless in your mission—and why, honestly, it's not for everyone.    You ready, BT squad? Let's get into it. What you'll get out of this episode… - Justin's story of coming from a first-generation immigrant household, his recent health scare, and how he's built multi-8-figure businesses - The honest truth about becoming an entrepreneur and how to know if it's the right path for you - How to let go of waiting for the perfect moment to launch your business - A breakdown of online censorship, privacy rights, and what you might not realize about the social media platforms we currently use - The future state of social media and how it can become a safer and more human place (mama's of young ones—this is especially worth taking note of because it's going to be your kids' generation!) - An introduction to crypto, decentralization, and encryption, and why these topics are more crucial than ever - What it truly means to be unapologetically free and how to find your freedom If you loved this episode, make sure you also check out…    - Justin's Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justinrezvani/ and his business https://zion.fyi/  - Grab a copy of Justin's book https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Freedom-Censorship-Sovereignty-Reclaims-ebook/dp/B09T5KVGFW  - Being Brave in Putting Yourself out There, Even When Facing Rejection https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/solocast-being-brave-in-putting-yourself-out-there/id1608226580?i=1000565947731  - More on relentlessly pursuing of your passions with Garrain Jones https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garrain-jones-how-to-awaken-the-artist-within/id1608226580?i=1000564809879  - The money mindset you need for real success with Emily Williams https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emily-williams-the-money-mindset-you-need-for-real-success/id1608226580?i=1000558608535 Thanks for listening, and I hope you loved this episode! If you did, please consider leaving a 5-star review to help others find and benefit from the show.    After you do, send a screenshot of your review to support@globalgrit.co to receive my course on Emotional Mastery as my FREE gift to you. Thanks for helping us get to 100 reviews this month! So grateful for you all.

OMG, Brave Table fam. I'm officially in my 40th decade of life! Wheeew, what a ride it's been. In this episode, I reflect on the ups and downs, honor those who were by my side through it all, and share the lessons I've learned.    This is all about new beginnings. Every single day—whether it's your birthday or not—you get the opportunity to choose. To choose to let go of what no longer serves you. To choose play and adventure and joy. To choose growth, evolution, and stepping into the truest, most unapologetic version of yourself.    This episode is coming to you from Estonia, which feels appropriate since my first time in Europe was exactly 20 years ago. Right after I lost my dad, I ventured to Rome to find myself again. And now here I am, and life has really come full circle since then—join me as I reflect on it all and share my insights that I hope will inspire you.     What you'll get out of this episode…   - The importance of travel and adventure to find joy in life again - A little bit about Stoicism and how it changed my perspective on life - How to find lessons in sucky human moments - Cultivating patience and gratitude for every season - Building your audacious resilience and stepping into your true essence - Honoring every relationship you've had, for better or for worse - The power in being vulnerable and brave  - Using your birthday as a personal ‘checkpoint' and time of renewal   If you loved this episode, make sure you also check other episodes like...    - Being Brave in Putting Yourself out There, Even When Facing Rejection https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/solocast-being-brave-in-putting-yourself-out-there/id1608226580?i=1000565947731  - A Journey Back to Loving Yourself with Dr. Mariza https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-mariza-snyder-a-journey-back-to-loving-yourself/id1608226580?i=1000563258513  - Navigating Divorce, Grief, Loss, & Motherhood with Daniela Woerner https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daniela-woerner-navigating-divorce-grief-loss-motherhood/id1608226580?i=1000559966091    The greatest birthday gift you could give me? If you're loving The Brave Table, let me know by leaving a 5-star review on iTunes or Spotify and help my bday wish of reaching 100 5-star reviews come true! I appreciate you all so much!