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On this episode of The Table with Anthony O'Neal, we're joined by Brittny Bagley, founder of B. Luxe Events. Brittny opens up about her inspiring journey from teenage motherhood to building a multi-million dollar event business. She shares how she navigated personal hardships including divorce and devastating family loss, yet continued to rise and thrive. Now, she's paying it forward with her latest venture, Six Figure Seasons, where she mentors up-and-coming event planners on how to scale their businesses to six and seven figures. Her story is one of resilience, faith, and a fierce dedication to building legacy through purpose.Mentioned On Today's Show:**This show is sponsored and brought to you by Careerist**

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Text the Wedding Planning HotlineInclusivity in weddings goes way beyond using the right language on your invitations. It's about representation, intention, and creating a space where every couple—and every guest—feels seen, celebrated, and respected.To help us dig into what that really looks like in today's wedding industry, we're talking to Brittny Drye, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Love Inc., a leading equality-minded wedding publication. In this episode, Brittny shares practical tips for planning inclusive celebrations, insights on Gen Z's impact on the wedding world, and the trends that are here to stay (and the ones we're ready to retire).Whether you're a couple planning your wedding or a wedding pro looking to grow with intention, this conversation is full of thoughtful takeaways you won't want to miss.Links Mentioned in the EpisodeFind the Full Shownotes HereLearn More About Love IncFollow Brittny on InstagramGrab Our Day of Master OrganizerGrab Our Wedding Budget BundleGrab our Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist Book a 90-minute Clarity Call to get wedding planning help specific to your unique situationVisit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Connect with the show!

Ever find yourself doing work you swore you'd never do? You're not alone! When Brittny Wilson launched her consulting business in 2021, she quickly found herself saying yes to everything – especially event planning, which was literally on her "absolutely not" list.In this chat with our friend Brittny, she opens up about her journey from reluctant event planner to confident recruitment agency owner. The turning point? When her kids flat-out told her she wasn't "nice" during event season (ouch!) and when looking at her actual numbers showed her that what felt risky – walking away from steady event clients – was actually more profitable.Brittny gets real about the emotional rollercoaster of pivoting her business, the game-changing moment at Jess's conference when she started introducing herself differently, and how she's navigating the feast-or-famine nature of client work. Plus, she shares the exact pricing structure that's working for her now.Whether you're feeling stuck in work that drains you or trying to find the courage to specialize, Brittny's journey will remind you that sometimes the scariest business decisions lead to the most aligned (and profitable!) outcomes.Highlights:Your gut knows when something isn't working. When Brittny's kids pointed out how stressed she became before events, it confirmed what she already felt – this work wasn't sustainable for her wellbeing.Saying something out loud makes it real. The confidence to call herself a "recruitment agency" came before she felt 100% ready – and that declaration helped others see her differently.Your pricing can protect your mission. Brittny's three-phase approach ensures clients don't skip critical elements like onboarding support – the key to her mission of keeping good people in the sector.Systems save sanity. Working with a systems-focused contractor and implementing Airtable automations allowed Brittny to create a repeatable process that doesn't depend solely on her.Seasons are normal. Six clients in fall, crickets in January – Brittny reminds us that business ebbs and flows are totally normal (even when they're nerve-wracking!).Resources Mentioned:Airtable - https://www.airtable.com/ Ashley (Airtable expert) - https://systemsoverstress.co/about LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/login Shannon Bowen - https://monsoonleadership.com/about/ Find Us Online:  https://www.confessionswithjessandcindy.comConnect with Brittny:Website: https://www.brittnywilson.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittnywilson/ Connect with Cindy:Cindy Wagman Coaching: cindywagman.comFractional Fundraising Network: fractionalfundraising.co/LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/cindywagmanConnect with Jess:Out In the Boons: outintheboons.meLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jesscampbelloutntiheboons/

In this episode of Clinical Edge Fridays, ACT shares their latest Master Class by Brittny Murphy, founder of CT Orofacial Myology, who explains the long-term dental, mental, and overall health benefits of introducing myofunctional screening and therapy to patients of all ages. With a quick, pain-free, and non-invasive screening, you can save valuable chair time and elevate patient care! To learn how to integrate this process into your practice, listen to Episode 858 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Brittny:Give Brittny a call: (203) 217-7090Send Brittny an email: brittny@myctom.comLearn more on Brittny's website: https://themyohygienist.comListen to Brittny's I Spy with My Myo Eye podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6q4OEbkVqMGRKFppn2WYOWRegister for Brittny's myofunctional therapy course: https://www.airwayhealthsolutions.com/myo-newLearn more about CT Orofacial Myology: https://www.ctorofacialmyology.comJoin CT Orofacial Myology on Facebook:

Are you ready to take your business to the next level?   Doors are Open until Thursday, October 10 for Hey to 100K® Your Step by Step Program to Soulful Six Figure Success!   JUMP IN and JOIN US at the best deal ever mashagoins.online/hey   In this episode, I'm joined by my incredible client, Brittny, who shares her inspiring story of scaling her brick-and-mortar practice to a successful online business.   Discover how Brittny transformed and expanded her in-person business into a thriving online venture, reaching a wider audience and increasing her revenue by $280k in just a matter of months.   Oh, and did I mention she pulled off this incredible transformation with a small audience, WITHOUT a sales page, WHILE raising three kids and keeping her sanity intact?!   Maybe you need to hear it to believe it, so tune in!   xo, Masha   PS - If you're ready to take action and join a community of like-minded entrepreneurs who are striving for success, secure your spot today: mashagoins.online/hey To learn more about Brittny and her Metamorphosis online group coaching program, follow her on IG: @doctorbrittnymd

Brittny is the founder and creative director for Homesmith Design, delivering her signature modern minimalist style. An entrepreneur at heart, Brittny started Homesmith Design as a solo passion project and has quickly grown it into a successful design studio serving clients across the country, while preserving the personalized service and experience of a small design shop.Profit Academy Coupon Code: LISTENER15https://theprofitacademyforinteriordesigners.mykajabi.com/Be sure to follow along on Instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspaces + @thorntondesign to stay up to date on what we're talking about next week. If you love our podcast, please, please, please leave us a review. If you have any questions or topic ideas OR you wish to be a guest email us thebusinessofbeautifulspaces@gmail.com or find us on instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspacesLaura Thornton is the principle designer of Thornton Design Inc, located in Kleinburg, ON. Since founding the company in 1999, Laura has been committed to creating a new kind of interior design experience for her clients. Thornton Design is an experienced team of creative talents, focused on curating beautiful residential and commercial spaces in the Toronto, Ontario area and beyond. Now sharing all the years of experience with other interior designers to create a world of collaboration and less competition. The Business of Beautiful Spaces I @thebusinessofbeautifulspacesThornton Design I @thorntondesign

We're mixing things up this week! I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Alicia Wolf on her podcast, Boldly You, and I can't wait for you to hear it! Alicia is the founder and visionary behind the Integrate Well Coaching + Consulting. She helps high-achieving women live and lead their lives with more purpose, authenticity, and fulfillment. Alicia created her podcast from her experience of re-designing and transforming her life. From working in corporate America to starting multiple successful businesses and moving her family to the jungle. Alicia walks the talk! On Boldly You, Alicia connects with incredible individuals all over the world who have gone after their dreams and achieved new possibilities! In this episode, Alicia Wolfe interviews Brittny King, a life and business coach, about redefining success and tapping into one's fullest potential. They discuss the importance of creating one's definition of success, separate from societal expectations, and the impact of limiting beliefs on personal growth. Brittany shares her gift of seeing people's potential and helping them remember their true essence. They both highlight the importance of self-discovery and self-acceptance in living a fulfilling life. In this conversation, Brittny and Alicia discuss the importance of finding one's enoughness, authenticity, and potential. They explore the themes of fear, safety, and grounding, and how these factors can hold women back from embracing their true selves and reaching their full potential. The conversation provides practical advice on how to explore and overcome these challenges. Connect with Alicia:Instagram: @aliciawolfeWebsite: www.integratewell.co Connect with Brittny:Instagram: @brittnyking_Website: www.brittnyking.comEmail: hello@brittnyking.com

In this episode of Fresh Off The Set, we chat with Brittny Hart, the new head of Utah Valley Bride Magazine, about all things weddings and what makes Utah so special. From their incredible once-a-year physical bridal magazine to the latest wedding trends and the large community of wedding vendors, Brittny gives us the inside scoop on how Utah Valley Bride celebrates love in the Beehive State. Join us for a relaxed conversation as we explore why Utah's stunning landscapes and welcoming atmosphere make it a dream destination for couples tying the knot, the bridal and vendor trends that she is seeing now and what she predicts for the future, and a sneak peek at the launch of their new wedding planning course! Whether you're planning your own wedding or simply curious about what goes into creating the perfect day, this episode is sure to inspire and get you started! Kari, Brooke, David, and Elora host Fresh Living on KUTV, which airs on CBS Channel 2 every weekday at 1 pm in Utah. You can follow Fresh Living on all social media platforms @kutvfreshliving and watch our show on YouTube

Join us for an insightful episode of the VRTAC-QM Manager Minute as Brittny MacIver and Sarah Clardy from the VRTAC-QM team share their expertise on case management systems. Brittny, an expert in Program and Performance within our Quality Management team, and Sarah, the Program Director for Fiscal and Resource Management, delve into best practices and the growing trend of states seeking to upgrade their systems. Learn about the nuances of state requests and the RFP process, and gain valuable knowledge to help you decide whether it's time to stay with your current system or make a move. Listen Here   Full Transcript:   {Music}   Brittny: Avoid over customizing the system. There's a lot of systems out there that are already available in VR agencies, and so if it works for that VR agency, there's a good chance the majority of the processes are going to work for your agency as well.   Sarah: Silos, how do we break down silos? And this process really can be a nice segue to combining program and fiscal together. I know we've said that multiple times, and I don't think we can say it enough. This process really is an opportunity to develop relationships.   Brittny: Be curious. Your agency may have a process that you're unsure why it exists. Some may say that's how it's always been. I think it's good to be curious, figure out the reason behind it, and see if there's a way that you can streamline those processes.   Intro Voice: Manager Minute brought to you by the VRTAC for Quality Management, Conversations powered by VR, one manager at a time, one minute at a time. Here is your host Carol Pankow.   Carol: Welcome to the Manager Minute. Today I'm thrilled to have two of my esteemed colleagues, Brittny MacIver and Sarah Clardy from the VRTAC-QM, joining me in the studio today. So, Brittny, how's it going for you?   Brittny: It's going great. How about you?   Carol: Awesome. I'm better for seeing your smiling face this morning. And how about you, Miss Clardy? How are you doing?   Sarah: I'm great. Great to kick off a new week.   Carol: Excellent. So for our listeners, Brittny serves on the program and performance side of our QM team. And Sarah is the program director for the fiscal and resource management side of our QM team. And both of these ladies have extensive experience with case management systems. And during one of our regular Core QM Team meetings, I asked the team, I'm like, hey, what are some potential podcast ideas? And Brittny said, you know what? There are a lot of state voc rehab agencies on a quest right now for a new case management system. Either your state is requesting you to do another request for proposal or you're just like, hey, is there something better out there? So with lots of new players that have entered the market, your case management system is a lifeline. And if it's not functioning optimally, it can really lead to some significant issues. So we just wanted to have a conversation today that can help to guide you through this journey with open eyes. So let's dig in. So of course our listeners always like to know, like how did you people get into VR? Everybody wonders, like what's your story? So I want to hear from each of you about kind of your journey into VR. So Sarah, I'm going to kick it off with you.   Sarah: So many of you know Ron Vessell, he's a staple around VR. Ron actually hired me back in the year 2000. I was a very green government accountant just starting out, didn't know what I was getting into, and they took a chance on a new, young professional. And so I did a deep dive early in my career and never looked back.   Carol: Very nice, I love that. How about you, Britt? How did you find your way into VR? You came a little different way.   Brittny: Yeah, I think it was definitely a unique path. I actually worked in criminal justice at the prison system as a counselor for quite some time. They were privatizing the position, which meant we were kind of losing benefits. We're no longer going to be a state employee. So I started looking around for other counseling positions. And at my time at the prison, I found that there was a lot of individuals with disabilities and a lot of obstacles that we had to address and assist with while we were there. And so when I seen the position at VR, I was very interested in it interviewed. And that's where I got my start about 14 years ago.   Carol: And which state was that in? Britt.   Brittny: That was in.Indiana.   Carol: Yeah. That's cool. I think that's great. So you worked with Teresa?   Brittny: Yes.   Carol: Very good.   Brittny: I always joke and say my four years at the prison. And then I have to clarify when I was working.   Carol: I love that. In fact, we had a guest last month that also had come up through the correctional system as well. It was really fun, but that definitely having that skill set behind you coming into VR is super important, really needed. So let's talk a little bit about your work. Both of you do for the QM. Just so our listeners have a little sense. And Britt, I'm going to start with you about that. Like can you give them a little flavor kind of for what you do in this TA world?   Brittny: Yeah, as you mentioned I work on the performance team. So really all things performance. But we help agencies address performance related needs. So this can be anywhere from training on performance measures to data analysis on performance data, reviewing policy procedures, internal controls and sometimes even assessing the system impact around performance and seeing how that impacts the reporting pieces.   Carol: Yeah, I love our performance team, the stuff you guys do, and you're so good at your analysis and really looking at taking that data and really digging in deep as to what's going on. So it's a very, very important piece of what is happening out there for our VR programs as we're delivering that technical assistance. How about you, Sarah?   Sarah: I have the great pleasure of leading the financial arm of the VRTACQM, and understanding that the VR award is the probably the most complex award within the grants management world. It really covers a wide array of skills and knowledge and isn't just financial based, it's also program based. So under the QM, we help agencies sort of manage the grant from the whole life cycle perspective, making sure that all the federal requirements are met, taking a look at individual state requirements, how those two things intersect, and we spend a lot of time, probably the majority of my time is actually spent in the period of performance arena, and specifically as it relates to this topic today with case management service systems.   Carol: Excellent. So, Brittny, you had mentioned the issue of people are looking for a new case management system. And I know as of late it feels like we've had at least a half a dozen folks saying, you know, we're doing a new RFP. We either have to for the state or we're going out for a new system. What advice do you have kind of off the bat for people who are considering venturing into this new RFP process?   Brittny: Yeah, I think before writing the RFP, I think it's important for the state or the agency to do some research on what systems are out there. A lot of agencies are writing an RFP based on what their current system does, and they end up with a very similar system. The process and all the hard work of getting a new system can be really exciting. It could mean new innovative features and easier case management process, which leads to improved efficiency, improve services and outcomes. You could find a system that would help with documentation times. You can reduce that, and then that way the counselor can spend more time with their participants. So I think just seeing what's out there and what's available to help you write that RFP is huge.   Carol: Sarah, how about you? What's your perspective on making sure those fiscal pieces are addressed as they are thinking about RFPing?   Sarah: Oh goodness. There's so many perspectives to consider here. I think first and foremost states need to understand period of performance. I feel like that's a term that we make really complicated. And it's really nothing more than just looking at the funding sources that are available and understanding the timeline that agencies can obligate and expend funds. So I think, first and foremost, understanding period of performance. The second key piece really is understanding state requirements. We have a lot of states that aren't either aware of what their state requires, or there are things that are in place that they think is required by the state. And when we start doing a deep dive into what that looks like, sometimes those things really aren't state requirements. It's something that somebody put into place years ago that everybody just thought was what was required. So I think understanding those two things. And then third, I would say understanding what your end game is when you're working with a fiscal and a case management system, and we're looking at just sheer fund accounting and tracking those funds all the way through and then being able to report at the end of that cycle. And so I oftentimes will tell states, if you kind of look at the end game, look at the reporting that's required at the end, it really kind of establishes the things that are necessary along the way in terms of system adaptations, structure, configuration.   Carol: So definitely I'm going to tie you two together when a state is going out and they're looking at doing the RFP, you want to really think about your complete process so that you've got all the right team members in place from the get go, which can't just be the program side of your house. And I remember us doing this back in Minnesota as we were going through the requirements. It's like, what are those fiscal people doing here? They're all important. Like you need all the pieces together, talking through how this system is going to work, how you're going to connect to your statewide accounting system. So that becomes really important. Now, I know I was on a call, I want to say within the last three, four months and we had a state say, yeah, we're thinking about RFP for a new system to go into place January 1st. And Brittny, I want to kick this to you. What is a realistic time frame if somebody is considering a new case management system, is it really possible to do that in, uh, maybe eight months or so or not? What do you think is a good timeline?   Brittny: I think this really depends on several factors as far as a timeline when considering a new case management system, typically it could take up to six months to develop that RFP. And it's really doing some background homework, seeing what's out there, doing a business process analysis and understanding your own business processes. But typically, I'd say depending on agency size, how many years of converted data you're looking at, converting it into the new system. And I know there's federal requirements, but there's also state requirements that are sometimes even longer than the federal ones. And then also if there's any interfaces. So if you have other systems that are connecting to your current case management system, this is going to make a huge difference, because now you've got a lot of different teams having to help out with the specifications and then also test the system. So you've got to think of their timelines as well. And then lastly just that preparedness piece. So how much work did you do up front on the RFP. How much have you analyzed your business processes. And like Sarah had mentioned, are these things that somebody put into place ten years ago, or are these things that are actually a state policy or a federal policy that you're aligning with? I think the typical timeline that I typically see is around 18 to 24 months for the full implementation once you sign in that contract. But again, that could range short or longer depending on that prep work and then that agency size and things like that.   Carol: So eight months is probably a little aggressive.   Brittny: Yeah very, aggressive yeah. But optimistic I like it.   Carol: I love it. So what are some pitfalls that we want to help our listeners avoid as they're kind of tackling this process? And Sarah, I'm going to kick that to you first.   Sarah: First and foremost. And I think the listeners are probably going to see a recurring theme here, as Brittny said, not just taking current system functionality and developing that into a checklist or using that to develop the specifications. I think really sitting down and outlining what are the requirements, what are the things that we're using right now? Where did that come from? And the possibilities going into this process allows a lot of opportunity to think outside the box and think about what are the things that systems currently aren't doing, or things that are requiring a lot more work right now where we could really get creative and do some really cool things. So I think avoiding the pitfall of just not spending that time up front to understand what it is that agencies need, and then also, again, bringing fiscal and program together to understand the requirements from a physical standpoint. A lot of times that is kicked to the finance folks in the House, we're still seeing in a lot of agencies a breakdown or a gap between program and fiscal, and there's a lot of danger and not bringing those two teams together to understand on both sides of the coin, what is it that we need to do? Oftentimes within that space is where a lot of the creative ideas come out and allow greater efficiencies within the agency and more internal controls.   Carol: Very good. Britt, what do you think about pitfalls? What are some things that we could help our folks avoid?   Brittny: Yeah, I once talked to a chief technology officer and he said the two main reasons why usually a case management system implementation fails is because of fiscal and data validation. So hitting those two pieces very hard, making sure that you're not only converting the data into the system, it's almost like that toy where you've got a round circle and you've got to fit it in the round circle. The data conversion doesn't always work like that, and sometimes you're trying to fit that round circle into a square peg. And that's because the way the systems line up. So making sure that you've got individuals on the front end in different roles, looking at that data and then also testing that RSA 911 to make sure things are mapped correctly and going in correctly before you go into production. At one example I've seen of that is significance of disability. And so one system may calculate significance of disability a little bit differently than another system. And even though they've got everything mapped together, doesn't always go hand in hand and can cause some major issues. The fiscal piece, I think Sarah mentioned that quite a bit, but just making sure that you're doing heavy testing and understanding how the system will work, especially when you go into production. Working in a new system, the biggest ones are dealing with authorizations that already have partial payments on it, draft authorizations, pending payments, amending an authorization, and vendor logic. These are all pieces that may be different in that new system. So making sure you're testing every angle and you're prepared for that transition. I think a third suggestion is just my personal preference would be to avoid over customizing the system. So there's a lot of systems out there that are already available in VR agencies. And so if it works for that VR agency, there's a good chance the majority of the processes are going to work for your agency as well. And sometimes those states like to over customize that system just because they want to have what they've always had. But that ends up being sometimes pretty expensive down the road, because then you're paying for additional testing and maintenance of that customization. So I'd be open minded to changing business processes, or see if you could find your business processes met in a different way and achieving that same result.   Carol: Yeah, I like it. I remember when we had our new case management system and it was built. We went in with all our partners, our WIOA partners, and so we had this kind of groovy new system, but it was supposed to meet all these different needs. Well, it gets complicated, but we couldn't forget about our field people because a lot of those folks in the field. So while you're talking to program, you know, a lot of times it's supervisors and different folks are involved. Having those direct field staff, your VR techs and your counselors who are inputting stuff every day and they're like, hey, this weird thing over here, you know, they may not talk techie, but they can explain the stuff that isn't working so well in getting all of those ideas right from them so they can see, hey, they really can help to impact and influence the system is important.   Brittny: Definitely.   Sarah: You know, Carol, along the lines of what Brittny just shared too, I think there's a caution there in terms of customizations that are in existing systems, whether it's an off the shelf system or a homegrown system. We have a number of agencies that have their own in-house systems. Sometimes there are customizations that work for a particular state or might work for a group of states, but it's not applicable to all states. Again, because we go back to those state requirements. And then sometimes when agencies implement that, it causes some compliance issues because of their own local procurement standards. So asking the question, you know, if they're developing those specifications and not just taking everything from what they're doing or is offered to them currently, but really looking at it with a cursory eye to determine, is this something that we need or we even can use because we're seeing period of performance compliance issues from some system functionalities that are in place that worked for other states that aren't necessarily a one size fits all.   Carol: I think one thing I've noticed too, and I just noticed from the periphery, you know, it's really statewide IT systems and the IT groups have been put together. You know, we see that consolidation happening where you may have had your own IT folks that you were dealing with, and now you have a State Department of IT or something. There's some other consolidated area that has put together different processes or requirements. So I think for some folks, if you're used to maybe the old way when you were entering into this process and maybe doing an RFP and you had more control over everything, you may have a little less because you do have now these sort of statewide IT system requirements. And so it's really important to get hooked up with those folks as well, especially for listeners who may have not done this for a while. Maybe, you know, it's been a long minute since you have looked at your case management system, and you were remembering back a decade ago when it was a little easier. You could just do something a little more at the drop of a dime. But I think the benefit that having those statewide IT groups is they have so much experience. And when they're looking at how they really address putting out an RFP and they can have a lot of their expertise to bring to the table to make sure this gets put together really well. You just want to remember that you may have some other things in play that you didn't have a long time ago. Just a thought. Alright, I know Brittny, when we were talking to you, had some ideas on cool stuff and I love cool stuff. Like, you know, if you're doing your case management system, you said, well, gee, don't, don't just recreate the same old thing like you want to put cool things in place. So do you have ideas like new technology or features or things people could include in their request?   Brittny: Yeah, I've seen dashboards where there's visual dashboards and graphs or pie charts that assist the counselor and case management. So seeing how many individuals they've got enrolled in an education program and how many of those individuals have earned an MSG in the last performance year. And this allows them to check those that haven't and reach out to those participants. I've also seen a central print and mail where the state's just actually the agency put a checkbox in there, and they've got an interface with a local company and that company, they hit the checkbox and everything gets bashed up that night for a letter or anything that they want to mail. And there's a mass every night they mail out all these letters. So that way the counselor could be anywhere. They could be at the school, out in the field, anywhere, mail out a letter, and not have to worry about printing something off and stuffing that envelope. I've also seen invoice payment systems. So systems where vendors can apply to be a vendor, they can document what services agree to terms, things like that. The agency can review them and approve them in there. And then that system can work back and forth with authorizations and payments. So an authorization could be drafted in the case management system could shoot over to this invoice payment system. That vendor can view it, upload documents, invoice against it, put reports and things like that in there, and they can communicate back and forth to one another. I've also seen states exploring various ways to integrate artificial intelligence and case management systems. So I know you did a podcast on one that was kind of outside the case management system, but I'm hearing a lot of states be interested in how to integrate it in the case management system, whether it's in case notes or informed decisions across. So I'm really excited to see what states come up with and how they're able to integrate that within. But I think that's a great idea.   Carol: I love that whole area of artificial intelligence. It was super fun when we did the podcast with Washington General, because they had that really cool piece that was, you know, an add on. It was kind of outside of the system. But boy, the staff love it. But there's a lot of possibilities. I know we were kicking around on the team about ways you could use AI within VR. I mean, when you think about the development of plans, even the way you speak about things, to make it more plain language, and I still I think people are so freaked out a little bit about AI and you go, gosh, it's all over. You know, it is in our whole world. It's when you're talking to Siri or Alexa, you know, every day you go to the airport and you're getting your eyes scanned to get through, Clear whatever you may do. It's just integrated into everything we do. I think that is a really fun, developing new area that has a lot of possibility for the case management systems. Sarah, did you have any ideas too, about any cool possible groovy tools? Maybe fiscally related? I didn't mean to put you on the spot.   Sarah: No, that's okay. We haven't seen as much innovation on the fiscal side, although I think that there are a lot of opportunities. I think, again, in the AI world, I think mapping that out, looking for the possibilities, it goes back to what I said earlier, just being an innovative thinker and looking at what are the challenges and efficiencies that we're battling and what are some of those possibilities that we can use to address that. Staff recruitment retention continues to be a challenge in our VR world and especially in the fiscal arena. And as staff look to bolster their internal controls and the program at large, looking for some of those opportunities. So I don't know that I have as many cool things like Brittny shares, but I'm hoping that we'll see those on the horizon.   Carol: Yeah, me too. I think there's a lot of possibility out there now. I know Sarah, you had developed a tool that coincided with the 2023 spring CSV conference because a lot of folks were asking like, okay, what do I do with my case management system and the fiscal requirements and all of that? Can you talk a little bit about that? Because even though we felt like we widely publicized it, people are still like what? There was a tool. I don't know anything about it.   Sarah: Yeah, absolutely. And I'm still excited about it. So we developed a fiscal technology checklist for case services last year in conjunction with the period of performance training that we offered at the conference. And we found that in our technical assistance to state VR agencies around this topic, there's a gap in communication between either the CMS companies and VR, or even if an agency has their own internal program, a gap in communication between the program and fiscal and whoever those IT experts are. So we took that opportunity to map out all of the areas to consider. And so when we're working with agencies under the VRTAC-QM to analyze their processes and look at how their systems are set up, there's a linear fashion and way of looking at that. For instance, is the system set up on a state fiscal year or a federal fiscal year? There's a lot of agencies that have a system set up on a state year that really doesn't make sense for reporting, and it's causing a lot of challenges on the financial side with producing reports for the RSA 17, for example. And they thought that that's the way they had to have it set up. There's very few states that have very state specific requirements that would necessitate that. So it's not that it never would work, but it involves sort of a deep dive into why do we have our systems set up and is that necessary? The other big piece are the budgets. How are budgets set up within the system? Does it map out to the available fund sources that are available to the agency? And then there's a ton of bells and whistles that act as internal controls in the back of a case management system that really dictate how the system behaves and helps the agency navigate through period of performance. And so it's going through a whole list of considerations to make sure that the agency is well equipped to manage period of performance, manage those different fund sources and make them able to do that reporting at the end. So it's a really good list. And honestly, as states are struggling with that communication piece, particularly with the companies that they work with or through the process to develop a new case management system, it's a very nice way of considering all of those different elements that need to go into either evaluating the current system or looking at a new system to make sure that it's meeting exactly what their state requires while still taking into account those federal requirements. So we're constantly reverting folks back to that list, and hopefully agencies are taking the time to sit down as a team and combining the program and fiscal staff to walk through that, to make sure that they understand all of those elements. And if they have questions, we have a number of trainings that we offer through the VRTAC-QM to assist with that. We've even had some agencies seek out that training before they start developing those lists for their RFPs, to make sure that they both understand from a physical standpoint what all those requirements are. So anyway, it's Fiscal Technology Checklist for Case Services. It is on our website, I'm sure. Carol, you're probably going to mention that and hint, hint it is available to the public. So I know that there's been some current CMS companies that have gone out and looked at that piece also, so that they can better understand and hopefully fill in the gap for that communication gap exists so that everybody's talking the same language and on the same page.   Carol: Yes, of course, I have to make a shameless plug for our lovely website. So you will go to vRTAC-QM.org and we have a top navigation header. You can go right to resources and everything's listed under the CSAVR Spring 2023 Session Recordings and Materials. And it actually was Session Two is where you can find that checklist. But if you scroll through you can actually listen to Sarah's session recording. And then you can see the checklist there as well, as well as all of our other awesome sessions from the 2023 Spring Conference. Oh, thanks for that. So how about other words of wisdom from you fine ladies? Because I think of you both as just like, oh my gosh, such powerhouses in the case management system. Brittny, I'm going to go to you first.   Brittny: I've got a few. I think the first one is to be curious. Your agency may have a process that you're unsure why it exists. Some may say that's how it's always been. So I think it's good to be curious, figure out the reason behind it, and see if there's a way that you can streamline those processes. I would also allocate staff specifically for this project, and I think we mentioned it already a little bit earlier. But looking at those projects subject matter experts and making sure you've got the right people at the table. So this is going to be administration, IT, but also your fiscal people, your front end people. It's really important to make sure that you have some direct service or direct field staff that are knowledgeable and have a long agency history that you can integrate into that project as well, and they can provide feedback. I would also have a designated project manager that could be somebody. You within your department, or that could be somebody that you decide to contract out. But I think it's important that they have that project management experience because it is a giant project, and it is going to take quite some time to get from that RFP contract to implementation. I'd also weave in changes as much as you can. So during the project, you'll start to have the opportunity to see the differences between the two systems, your current one and your new system. And so if there's any way that you can weave in changes early and often, this will help that transition for staff much, much easier. And then also as you're preparing or updating revising business processes, that also helps with that piece of it. I've seen states do statewide quarterly demos to kind of show staff the new system and help them kind of process that change along the way. And lastly, I would definitely emphasize not to overlook accessibility. I'd pull in your accessibility users early to begin testing the system, and then also integrating those accessibility terms into training documents. I think one thing I learned is that using language accessibility language is huge. I couldn't imagine trying to learn a new system and somebody saying, use a dropdown box. But yet my system is calling it a combo box. So using that terminology and making this transition much easier for all staff.   Carol: Awesome points. I want to highlight a couple, that be curious. I can't emphasize that enough. There are so many agencies where I'm going to call it urban Legend. You're doing something because everybody always says, RSA said. You have to do that and RSA will come out. I've been in monitoring. They're like, we never told you that. Whatever that is in your system, you made that up like you made that happen. So I love that being curious because you want to ask questions. A lot of times you just go with the flow. You know, somebody put it in play 20 years ago and then you just keep bringing it forward. So I love that. And definitely when you talk about dedicating staff, you want to make sure you dedicate those staff, but you also want to think about all of the other roles that have been assigned to that person. You cannot put them as the project manager of this whole project, and they're still maintaining all their field services duties and doing all the other stuff, because this really is a full time job. And I know I'm going to apologize right here to Natasha Jerde. We had her as a project manager for our new case management system. At the same time, she's, you know, rewriting our policy and procedure manual and doing a million other things because I just had zero clue at how much went into this. And that was really it's really terrible. And I've actually seen some of the staff across the country burn out. We've had people retire early. They're like the case management system process killed me. So when you're dedicating staff, please do give them some time to do it. And don't expect that they're not going to work an 80 hour workweek because that is not so fabulous. But I loved your points, Brittny, those are great. How about you, Sarah? Any words of wisdom?   Sarah: Yes, thank you. I think we constantly hear from state agencies about silos. How do we break down silos? And this process really can be a nice segue to combining program and fiscal together. I know we've said that multiple times in our discussion today, but I don't think we can say it enough. This process really is an opportunity to develop relationships and I know even from the agency that I came from, the introduction that I had to the program side was through a new case management system conversion. And at first I showed up at the table. And Carol, like you said earlier, people were like, who invited her? Why is she here? Does she need to be here? People wouldn't talk and share ideas. And then as we both committed to developing that relationship and understanding one another better, not only did we end up with a quality product, but we had quality services, we had better management and leadership within the agency. So looking at it as an opportunity sort of through that lens, engage the folks in the field as well. Sometimes as leaders, we tackle these types of projects and we think the folks in the field are too busy. And really the best ideas can come from our counselors and those individuals who are supporting in those roles our field staff, our fiscal agents. And I know we have a separate training on that that we offer VR agencies, but engaging them in that process and getting their ideas on, hey, what's working and what's not working? What are the challenges that you're facing so that as you are curious to Brittny's point, you're taking into consideration maybe some of those wins that you can secure on the other side and maybe cut out some process or things while still meeting those requirements and engaging in those efficiencies. The other thing I would offer, and we're having lots of discussions now about fiscal forecasting and spending strategies within VR agencies, as VR agencies are getting over the hump of Covid and taking a look at what their spending looks like, the case management system really is a system of record. And as we look at the statewide accounting system and in its function, we can't ignore the case management system and the role that it plays in navigating through all those fiscal requirements. And so if we think about the CMS sort of as the VR checkbook, and when we are authorizing for services and obligating funds, not only are there requirements around how to do that and how to capture that, looking at the individual sources of funds that we have available, it really is a way to capture those obligations within a checkbook so that we can take a look at any point in time from a leadership standpoint, what is our financial position? And so being able to look at how much do I have in my 23 carryover checkbook and how much do I have in 24. And plan ahead so that I can make decisions around re-allotment and I can think ahead so that we're not leaving funds on the table and lapsing funds at the back end of our of our award. It really is important that we look at how we capture all of that in the case management system in a way that allows us to continue managing our programs with a strong fiscal focus. So tying all of that in is also important at a higher level, so that we can use the data to make quality financial decisions.   Carol: Well said, well said. So in case our listeners want to get a hold of either of you, would you mind sharing your email address, Brittny?   Brittny: Yes, definitely. My email address is bMacIver So m a c I v e r@sdsu.edu. It's also available on our VRTAC website. If you go to our staff you'll see my email address there as well.   Carol: Excellent. Sarah, how about you.   Sarah: Yes thank you. It's sClardy. so, that's s c l a r d y at Sdsu.Edu.   Carol: Thanks so much I appreciate you both joining me today. Have a great one, you guys.   Brittny: Thanks.   Sarah: Thank you.   {Music}   Outro Voice: Conversations powered by VR, one manager at a time, one minute at a time, brought to you by the VR TAC for Quality Management. Catch all of our podcast episodes by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. 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In today's episode, Brittny chats with her colleague, Dave Henrichsen,  an oral myofunctional therapist in the Seattle area who has built a successful practice focusing on mouth breathing, tongue thrust, sleep apnea, tongue tie, TMJ pain and other myofunctional concerns. Over the last several years his strong desire to provide quality care to his patients has built a fire in him to help grow other myofunctional therapists to help them to also become excellent in their field and grow their practices. He has successfully launched and grown his own myofunctional therapy practice and has coached many other therapists as they have started and grown their own practices. He brings with him passion for success, a blueprint for business systems, an enthusiasm that is infectious, and a positive outlook on life that can help guide others through a mindset shift that empowers growth both of individual lives and their businesses.Find Dave:www.myodave.com

The good vibes were overflowing today with words of encouragement while Adam was out sick. Thanks to Cassie, Isabella, Marc, Brittny and so many more we spread a ton of smiles!

When longtime Sherman Oaks resident Charles Wilding stopped leaving his house in 2020, his neighbors became concerned. But what troubled them the most was the arrival of Caroline Herrling, a stranger claiming to be Charles' trustee, responsible for restoring and selling his home. Eventually, neighbors and authorities would learn that Caroline was the mastermind behind a multi million dollar fraud scheme – and getting rid of Charles was simply the first step.In today's Headlines, Candice is joined by LA Times staff writer Brittny Mejia, who has covered the case in-depth. They discuss how Caroline's scheme was exposed, how she targeted other victims, and where the investigation stands now.For more of Brittny's reporting, visit https://www.latimes.com/people/brittny-mejia. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this question-and-answer session, you can join Brittny Sciarra-Murphy as she fields questions about myofunctional therapy practices in dental sleep medicine.Webinar Description:You've heard the whispers about Myofunctional Therapy in dental sleep medicine (DSM).But what's the real story?Myofunctional Therapy is an area with the potential for enhancing patient care and expanding practice services – especially in DSM. If you are:Wondering what Myofunctional Therapy really involvesCurious about how to incorporate it into your practicePuzzling over the billing and operational aspectsConsidering if it should be a part of your practiceYou're not alone.Watch as Brittny Sciarra-Murphy – registered dental hygienist, myofunctional therapist, founder of CT Orofacial Myology and co-founder of MyoAir – shares the foundational concepts of myofunctional therapy, the intricacies of its clinical application, and the business aspects of integrating it into your practice.By this webinar's conclusion, attendees will learn: Define Myofunctional TherapyIdentify the benefits of this service for patientsUnderstand the collaborative impact combo therapy has for patients with sleep apneaExplore integrating myofuctional therapy into a restorative and sleep practiceNavigate the upside, workflows, and impact offering this therapy can provideUnlock a new procedure, a new revenue source, and a new way to upgrade your sleep treatment in your practice!Meet the Speaker!Brittny Sciarra-Murphy, RDH, BS, MAS™, COM®Brittny Sciarra-Murphy is a registered dental hygienist, myofunctional therapist, Buteyko Breathing educator, leader, speaker, and mentor. Brittny is the founder of CT Orofacial Myology and co-founder of MyoAir. Brittny teaches other registered dental hygienists to become myofunctional therapists through the Team Myo program at Airway Health Solutions. She is also the face behind the podcast “I Spy with My Myo Eye” available on all major podcast platforms.Thank you to our sponsors for making this education possible:Nierman Practice Management, United Credit, Kettenbach Dental, ProSomnus Sleep Technologies, and Sleep Apnea Leads

Webinar Description:You've heard the whispers about Myofunctional Therapy in dental sleep medicine (DSM).But what's the real story?Myofunctional Therapy is an area with the potential for enhancing patient care and expanding practice services – especially in DSM. If you are:Wondering what Myofunctional Therapy really involvesCurious about how to incorporate it into your practicePuzzling over the billing and operational aspectsConsidering if it should be a part of your practiceYou're not alone.Watch as Brittny Sciarra-Murphy – registered dental hygienist, myofunctional therapist, founder of CT Orofacial Myology and co-founder of MyoAir – shares the foundational concepts of myofunctional therapy, the intricacies of its clinical application, and the business aspects of integrating it into your practice.By this webinar's conclusion, attendees will learn: Define Myofunctional TherapyIdentify the benefits of this service for patientsUnderstand the collaborative impact combo therapy has for patients with sleep apneaExplore integrating myofuctional therapy into a restorative and sleep practiceNavigate the upside, workflows, and impact offering this therapy can provideUnlock a new procedure, a new revenue source, and a new way to upgrade your sleep treatment in your practice!Meet the Speaker!Brittny Sciarra-Murphy, RDH, BS, MAS™, COM®Brittny Sciarra-Murphy is a registered dental hygienist, myofunctional therapist, Buteyko Breathing educator, leader, speaker, and mentor. Brittny is the founder of CT Orofacial Myology and co-founder of MyoAir. Brittny teaches other registered dental hygienists to become myofunctional therapists through the Team Myo program at Airway Health Solutions. She is also the face behind the podcast “I Spy with My Myo Eye” available on all major podcast platforms.Thank you to our sponsors for making this education possible:Nierman Practice Management, United Credit, Kettenbach Dental, ProSomnus Sleep Technologies, and Sleep Apnea Leads

In today's episode, Brittny chats with Dr. Neel Bulchandani, DC, a holistic chiropractor, bodyworker, movement teacher, podcaster, and philosopher. He utilizes systems thinking in a field he developed called Integrative Airway & Feeding Chiropractic. He launched an intuitive movement practice in 2017 called Movintuit. He began teaching other bodyworkers and birth workers his holistic approach to aiding in the freeing of tethered oral tissues in 2021, and in 2022, he launched a technique called Stomatognathic Oscillatory Fascial Touch Technique (S.o.f.t. Technique).  He's often a go-to provider for pre- and post-op bodywork for patients undergoing frenectomies and frenuloplasties. He has helped many moms breastfeed with more ease, less pain, and more success by utilizing his knowledge of freeing tension associated with oral ties. Dr. Neel also sees many children and adults who suffer from issues related to tethered oral tissues: feeding, airway, digestion, sleep, and TMJ issues.In addition to his patient care, Dr. Neel offers virtual healing map sessions as well as consults for practices and teams. He has begun helping practices establish a solid infrastructure for guided releases, or for those more involved in palate expansion and/or jaw surgeries, he offers guidance on how to implement a broad range of bodywork modalities and advises on syntax and appropriateness of the overall gameplan. He also has recently launched a podcast on the topic of embodied embryology called Embryoloji. Webinar:https://drneel.myflodesk.com/floorofthemouthInstagram: drneelbulchandaniSite: www.neelbulchandani.com

In today's episode, Brittny chats with Dr. Claire Stagg, DDS, MS, FAACP. Dr.  Stagg shares that the teeth and mouth are profoundly connected with the health of the whole body, and vice versa. She has a holistic, integrative, and comprehensive dental philosophy. Her practice, Smile Professionals, was the first on the Space Coast to provide safe mercury-free dentistry. She is the founder of Health Connections Dentistry  and author of two books, “Captain IFBI” - a children's book encouraging good oral hygiene habits. The second, “Smile, It's All Connected! Whole Health Through Balance”, is a very thorough whole family reference, for all ages, detailing any connection of the mouth possible to the rest of the body. Learn more on HealthConnectionsDentistry.com

Adam saw an Insta friend had just gotten a promise ring and threw out the theory that promise rings for adults are the kiss of death. Brittny, Mark, Jackson and more weighed in on this hot take!

In today's episode, Brittny chats with Julie Flygare, JD. Julie serves as President & CEO of Project Sleep. Believing in the value of sleep, Project Sleep aims to improve public health by educating individuals about the importance of sleep health, sleep equity, and sleep disorders. Project Sleep educates and empowers individuals using events, campaigns, and programs to bring people together and talk about sleep as a pillar of health. Julie is also an internationally recognized patient-perspective leader, an accomplished advocate, and the award-winning author of Wide Awake and Dreaming: A Memoir of Narcolepsy. Links:Project Sleephttps://project-sleep.com/Sleep Helplinehttps://project-sleep.com/helpline

THURSDAY HR 5 THE K.O.D. - HIs highness revisits the time we took acting classes. Carlos shares a time on set shooting a scene in a strip club. Just work. Brittny messes it up for everyone? Monster Messages & Hot Takes Just a couple of a-holes cutting it up?

In today's episode, Brittny chats with the fabulous Dr. Michelle Weddle, DDS, FAGD, D-ABDSM. Dr. Weddle  is highly trained in Dental Sleep Medicine and Sleep Apnea Management, TMJ Treatment and Management, and focuses on the reconstruction of the worn bite and dental occlusion (jaw mechanics).Brittny and Dr. Weddle discuss topics like why SDB is more difficult to diagnose in children and TMD treatment and management, not only in the adult population, but in pediatrics as well. Listen to learn how Dr. Weddle has grown her airway team and the emphasis she has on the importance of a supporting community.Find Dr. Weddle:https://www.sleepandtmjwellness.com/https://www.greatsmilesnj.com/njsleep/https://asappathway.com

Malliron talks with Brittny, Founder of RVL Wellness, about her journey to becoming an entrepreneur.Connect with featured BADDIE:IG: @rvlwellnesscoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rvlwellnesscoWebsite: https://www.rvlwellnessco.com/ Tiktok: @rvlwellnesscoAt RVL (pronounced "revel") Wellness Co., their mission is to help improve women's overall well-being by offering alternative self-care rituals. They are proud to feature artwork created by Black women that reflects beauty, values, and magic. So please take a deep breath, allow yourself to unwind, and join them in a revel wellness moment. Use code BADDIES20 for 20% off your first purchase. | Connect with Baddies with Business: IG: @Baddieswithbusiness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Baddieswithbusiness Support Baddies with Business: Join our Patreon Community Email: Baddieswithbusiness@gmail.com Music By: TuKool Tiff Instagram: @tukooltiff iTunes, Spotify: TuKool Tiff Be Bad. Be Bold. Be A Baddie!

In today's episode, Brittny chats with practicing dental hygiene, Amber Auger, MPH, RDH. Amber has a mission to elevate the standard of care to determine the root cause of oral diseases, this includes screening every patient for airway disorders. With over 20 years of experience, Amber specializes in creating practical systems to implement the latest oral science. Amber is actively mentoring and educating fellow dental hygienists in their careers and in personal and career growth through her Thrive in the Op®  on-demand course curriculum and weekly live coaching sessions. Amber is also the owner of the Functional RDH® certification that provides hands-on and classroom lectures to identify the root cause of dental dysbiosis and ways in which to restore whole-body health based on the latest oral science. Amber can be reached at amberaugerrdh@gmail.com.Website: https://amberauger.com/

In today's episode, Brittny chats with Chad Wooters, MBA, Director of Operations and Coaching at Awaken2Sleep. Chad has coached hundreds of dentists and teams nationwide and is the architect behind the Sleep Hero Network online academy. Using his experience, Chad coaches dental practices to build successful Dental Sleep Medicine practices. As someone who struggles with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), he is deeply passionate about raising awareness of this health concern. As a national speaker and educator, Chad's mission is to equip others with tools to ensure success for all stakeholders.Website: https://awaken2sleep.com/

“Brittny, I have an idea.” This simple statement marked the beginning of an incredible journey for Tessa Kahoun, and I am honored to be a part of it. Without hesitation, Tessa dove into a coaching consultation with me earlier this year. She had been diligently working on her personal healing when she felt that the next crucial step was to begin working with me, seeking both guidance and accountability. Her grand plan? To launch her podcast, Dear Sunny. Join Tessa and me in this episode to hear about: Her personal transformation and the growth she has undergone. How we began working together, and her coaching experience with me. The creation of Dear Sunny as the empowering guide she needed during her toughest moments. Understanding the challenges of change, the need for accountability, and the gratifying results it brings. How Dear Sunny provides a voice to the stories of women that often go unheard, offering solace, inspiration, and encouragement to women who may find resonance and strength in the experiences of others. If your goal for 2024 is to move forward with your dreams but you need someone to help keep you accountable, let's chat! Coaching with me next year is filling up, so if you're interested in working together, please start here! Connect with Tessa:Instagram: @tessakahounPodcast: Dear Sunny Podcast Connect with Brittny:Instagram: @brittnyking_Website: www.brittnyking.comEmail: hello@brittnyking.com

In today's episode Brittny and her partner, Joann Amoroso, discuss all things MYO. Joann is co-founder of MyoAir and a pioneering expert in orofacial myofunctional therapy. Joann has really taken MyoAir to the next level with locations in Vero Beach and Melbourne, along with virtual services in New York. Myoair serves as a beacon for comprehensive therapeutic solutions with a holistic and individualized approach to patient care. Joann and Brittny dive into conferences you don't want to miss, pros and cons of entrepreneurship, the transition from RDH to myo, and more.Website:www.myoair.comIG handle: @myoair

In today's episode, Brittny chats with Dr. Kevin Goles, who has immersed himself in dental sleep medicine since the beginning of his career and is recognized as an expert in the field. He focused his research during his dental residency on Obstructive Sleep Apnea and its substantial negative effects on one's health and quality of life. He has become one the most experienced clinicians with Vivos by starting and completing the most cases in the country. Another field he has vast experience in is the use of lasers in Sleep Dentistry and TMJ disorders. He is a Clinical Instructor for Fotona Medical Lasers as he has completed thousands of Nightlase treatments. He travels internationally to teach other dental offices about the techniques and use of the Fotona Lightwalker. Dr. Goles pay credit to myofunctional therapy and reports that myofunctional therpay adds a 55% improvement in sleep apnea cases. Dr. Goles also discusses the importance of counterbalancing forces intra-orally and how important it is that the tongue wins the war against the lips and the cheeks.Website: https://breathingandsleepcenter.com/team/dr-kevin-goles/

After 20 years of saying "yes" to everyone and everything, life coach Brittny King has learned the life-changing magic of saying "no." She shares her journey of reclaiming her time and energy so she can show up as her best self instead of burning out from people pleasing and overfunctioning. Get ready to laugh and nod along as Brittny keeps it real about boundary setting, breathwork, and busting the myth that you're not "enough" unless you do all the things for all the people. The Yeses will keep coming, but so will the Nos, and Brittny will teach you to dance in the gray area between with more ease and joy.to learn more about WeShape and get a free trial, click here: https://link.weshape.com/podcast-weshape-quiz-EP63For questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.comMentioned in this episode:Click link to try WeShape free!weshape.com/free Take the QuizTry WeShape Freeweshape.com/free Take the Quiz

In today's episode, Brittny chats with Lisa Paladino, MS, CNM, IBCLC. Lisa is a midwife and IBCLC, but her career began in nursing. Lisa worked for 28 years at Staten Island University Hospital before establishing her private practice in 2015. At the Hospital, she co-founded and coordinated the Breastfeeding Initiative and worked in collaboration with the NYC Department of Health on efforts toward achieving the “Baby Friendly” designation. Currently, Lisa offers courses for parents and professionals on the topic of breastfeeding and tongue tie. She produces the weekly show, the “Tongue Tie Experts Podcast", and provides education to parents and professionals, through the Tongue Tie Experts brand on Facebook and Instagram. She is the author of the book, “It Shouldn't Hurt to Nurse Your Baby: Healing the Six Most Common Causes of Nipple Pain” She loves to lecture and educate the world on the importance of breastfeeding for the health of infants and the developing airway. Website:https://www.tonguetieexperts.net/Instagram: @tonguetieexperts

In today's episode, Brittny has the pleasure of chatting with the CEO of FroggyMouth, Guillaume Fellus. Guillaume is the son of the inventor, Dr. Patrick Fellus. In today's episode, Brittny and Guillaume discuss the story behind the invention and the concepts behind FroggyMouth. FroggyMouth is the first anoetic swallowing rehabilitation device. It aids in cessation of an atypical swallow and allows secondary swallowing to take place. The device works by preventing the lips from sealing allowing functional re-education to occur.Website:https://www.froggymouth.com/e1/en/Yale YouTube Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25yRcC50Zakhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-G4NTL6JcgVideo with complementary exercises using the FroggyMouth appliance: https://youtu.be/TKox0_Axu5E?si=-QcPWuT4QhbItru8 The book “Neurosciences and Swallowing Rehabilitation. FroggyMouth: An Anoetic Approach”:https://www.froggymouth.com/e1/produit/en-neurosciences-and-swallowing-rehabilitation-froggymouth-an-anoetic-approach/ 

On today's episode, we meet Dr. Brittny James is the creator and CEO of the Project Chick Planner and accessories. She attended both Fisk University and the University of Nevada Las Vegas, where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Education in Health Promotion. She has a Doctor of Public Health degree in Behavior Sciences and Health Education from the Florida A&M University. Being a two-time HBCU alumna, active member of her sorority, co-founder and COO of an Atlanta-based company serving predominantly Black health needs, and lecturer at the #1-ranked HBCU in the country, Dr. James knows a thing or two about managing multiple projects and put them into this tool. She is also a member of the 6th WEI Cohort alongside some of Atlanta's most innovative and promising women entrepreneurs. You can connect with Brittny at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imbrittjamesbih/?hl=enLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjamesdrph/https://www.healthcareequitysolutions.com/https://www.projectchickplanner.com ------ Thanks for tuning into this weeks episode! Check out the links mentioned in the show: Daily Affirmation Cards https://cashemawo.com/products/morning-joy-daily-affirmation-cards Resources to support your mindfulness practice check out:

In today's episode, Brittny chats with the wonderful Dr. Muhammad who is an airway and cosmetic dentist with over 10 years of expertise in clear aligner therapy. Dr. Muhammad and Brittny talk MYO, expansion, TMD/orthotic therapy, tongue-ties, and another new modality Dr. Muhammad has in her toolbox, photobiomodulation and Oralase with her Fotona Light Walker laser.Dr. Muhammmad  holds certificates from the leading institutions in the Airway dentistry field: Vivos Institute, The Breathe Institute, Airway Health Solutions, Myoaligner, Synergy Academy, Fotona, and The Air Institute. Find Dr. Muhammad on Instagram@brooklynoakdental 

This week I'm hosting my first guest! She's a mentor, mother, wife, friend, entrepreneur, mindset coach, spin instructor, podcast host and walking living breathing ray of sunshine, Brittny King. Brittny helps high achieving women lean into their careers, work less, play more, and celebrate success along the way. She herself has felt stuck, uninspired, and devitalized but through self-reflection and inner work has made it to the other side. Now, she's here to remind others of their own worth and potential and guide them to becoming the most fulfilled versions of themselves. In this episode we discuss:Perfectionism: what it means and what it can look like to be a perfectionistHow to start understanding and recognizing patterns within oneselfImposter syndromeThe relationship between shame, fear, procrastination and perfectionismThe importance of holding boundariesHow to be a high achiever while also letting go of perfectionism tendenciesFinding balance and harmony between our body and nervous system Mentioned in this episode:The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené BrownConnect with Brittny King:www.brittnyking.comhttps://www.instagram.com/brittnyking_/https://www.brittnyking.com/podcastWant to share your story of personal growth, healing, and turning your pain into power? Send an email to dearsunnypodcast@gmail.com Connect with Tessa on Instagram @tessakahoun and join a community that helps lift one another up through honest storytelling and connection!

The writer's strike is over and we are back with a brand new episode full of what we're here for, which is to discuss beggars who kneel, blue faces, halftime excitement, white kings down by 10, Plies won't leave Brittny alone, and Juwan's body count! We apologize for nothing, at least until next week's retractions, please don't cancel us! This episode is dedicated to the memory of a friend of the show Wesley Riddick may he Rest In Power... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edit-that-out/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edit-that-out/support

In today's episode, Brittny chats with Anders Olmanson, CEO and founder of REMastered Sleep. Anders is a passionate medical innovator who aspires to make being healthy easy. He invented REMplenish, a myofunctional therapy water bottle that makes myo easy to integrate into daily routine. During his four years as a mechanical engineer at Medtronic, Anders earned his MS in Medical Device Innovation from the University of Minnesota. Anders also spent 9 months studying health systems throughout Asia and Africa in order to learn novel approaches to healthcare innovation around the world. A new junior size nozzle will be released this October for ages 4-9. Pre-orders are available now!https://remasteredsleep.com/

In today's episode, Brittny chats with the fabulous Angie Lehman, RDH, COM®. Angie is an IAOM Certified Orofacial Myologist (COM) who has been exclusively practicing Orofacial Myology since 2012 in York, Pennsylvania. She runs one of America's most successful and well-known private practices, Oral Myofunctional Therapy of York. Angie is a highly sought-after educator for medical, dental and allied health professionals and she is passionate to encourage all health disciplines to work collaboratively and to better understand oral function and craniofacial development and to incorporate therapy into their specific areas of care. In today's episode, Angie and Brittny discuss the importance of thinking outside the box as a Myofunctional clinician and how we may be getting it    wrong putting ALL the emphasis on the tongue alone!Find Angie:https://omtofyork.com/https://angielehman.thinkific.com/

Brittny King celebrates her 36th trip around the sun with a meaningful reflection on life lessons. This special birthday episode doesn't just look back but also sets the stage for what's to come in the new year. In Brittny's world, birthdays are like New Years—a time to review, recalibrate, and set intentions for the year ahead. She believes in the concept of life as an ongoing experiment aimed at building self-awareness and fostering well-being. Key Takeaways: 1. Stop Comparing Yourself to Others Brittny emphasizes the psychological toll of comparing ourselves to others, especially on social media. She advises setting boundaries and creating before consuming to maintain your creative energy and self-esteem. 2. Self-Care is Non-Negotiable Birth of her daughter, Ellie, in 2022 underscored the importance of self-care. From sleep to hydration and essential supplements like Magnesium and Vitamin D, self-care has become a non-negotiable aspect of her life. 3. Trust Your Intuition Sharing personal experiences, such as navigating a miscarriage and thyroid condition, Brittny urges listeners to trust their intuition when it comes to their health and well-being. Don't hesitate to seek second, third, or even fourth opinions until you feel confident about your health choices. 4. Embrace Curiosity Brittny reveals that her journey through somatic therapy has helped her heal emotional trauma from childhood and overcome limiting beliefs around curiosity and asking questions. She discusses how her podcast has even been therapeutic for her, allowing her to reclaim her voice. 5. Feeling is Healing Shifting from an 'action gal' to someone who feels her emotions, Brittny talks about the transformational power of simply letting yourself feel, both for emotional and physical well-being. 6. Importance of Nervous System Health Brittny distinguishes between processing emotions and regulating the nervous system. While both are crucial, they serve different roles in our overall well-being. 7. The Power of Thoughts Your thoughts shape your reality, a fact that Brittny has seen play out time and again in her life and the lives of others. 8. Sobriety Can Be Fun Brittny dismantles the notion that you need alcohol to have fun. She shares how the birth of her daughter catalyzed a change in her perception, leading her to enjoy events like weddings without a drop of alcohol. Tune in to listen to this amazing episode! Make sure to connect with me: Website: www.brittnyking.comInstagram: @brittnyking_ & for any inquiries email me at: hello@brittnyking.com

Join Brittny King as she sits down with the remarkable Harmony Fulton to explore the journey of navigating the turbulent waters of life's "messy middle." Whether it's fumbling with a mic before a class, enduring personal transformations, or facing the anxiety of stepping into a new role, we've all been there. This episode delves deep into recognizing these in-between phases as refreshing opportunities for growth, instead of burdens. Through their candid conversation, Harmony and Brittny emphasize the importance of understanding one's "why," remaining connected to an inner source of strength, and leveraging external support systems. Learn to ride the wave of change with grace, resilience, and a beginner's mindset. This podcast is an invitation to embrace the mess, learn from it, and ultimately thrive because of it. Dive in, and remember, in the mess lies the magic. Make sure to connect with me: Website: www.brittnyking.comInstagram: @brittnyking_ & for any inquiries email me at: hello@brittnyking.com

In today's episode, Brittny chats with the inspiring Sarah Sweeney, M.ED, CCC-SLP of Sunshine Speech Therapy. Sarah is a board certified Speech-Language Pathologist, feeding specialist, and orofacial myologist. She founded Sunshine Speech Therapy in 2019, a private practice centered on providing speech, feeding, and myofunctional therapy to patients across the lifespan. Sarah's passion for myofunctional therapy began when she had a client whose craniofacial development and tongue tie were impeding his ability to speak and she knew she had to get to the root of the problem to help him. She then discovered that her own child's picky eating and sleep disordered breathing were caused by an orofacial myofunctional disorder! Sarah enjoys putting the “fun” in myofunctional therapy and pours her heart into making therapy effective and joyful.Website:https://sunshinespeechandmyo.com/IG:  @sarahdoesmyo

In today's episode, Brittny and Dr. Recine talk about how their worlds collide and complement one another. Vincenzo shares how learning about airway has impacted the way he practices and views his patients. Brittny and Vincenzo discuss tongue-tie protocols along with oral appliance protocols in Vincenzo's practice. Listen to learn how partnering with a PT in your local area can have a profound impact on your patient's outcomes!Find Dr. Recine:https://www.prime-physio.net/Instagram: @_primephysio

Welcome to another riveting episode of The Transformation Journey with your host, Brittny King. Today, we're excited to bring you an incredibly heartwarming and inspirational conversation with our guest, Ciara Schewe. Ciara's journey of self-discovery and self-love is not just a testament to the power of internal work, but also a blueprint for those looking to embark on a similar path. In this episode, Ciara takes us back to the beginning of her transformation journey, recounting an emotional meeting in a coffee shop that sparked an introspective realization about self-love. This candid conversation highlights how personal development is a constant endeavor and explores Ciara's growth from being unable to articulate her self-love to having a powerful connection with it. As a bonus, Ciara provides us with a glimpse into how her inner work has tangibly manifested in her life. From acquiring her dream home to landing a perfect job that once seemed unachievable, Ciara demonstrates how shifting one's mindset can profoundly impact their reality. In a captivating segment, Ciara shares her personal experiences with applying her newfound mental resilience to real-life challenges, including the birth of her second son. Our discussion then shifts to Ciara's newest project, Green Upliving, a consulting business aimed at helping busy moms create non-toxic environments for their families. Finally, Brittny and Ciara reflect on the transformative power of coaching, discussing how it facilitated Ciara's personal evolution and how it continues to shape her future. From acknowledging the human nature of imperfection to appreciating the ups and downs of life, Ciara underscores the importance of self-love and mental health. Tune in to this enlightening episode for a deep-dive into Ciara's transformative journey, filled with valuable insights, emotional revelations, and encouraging words for anyone looking to kickstart their personal development journey. You're sure to walk away feeling inspired and empowered to prioritize self-love and mental health in your life. Make sure to connect with me: Website: www.brittnyking.com Instagram: @brittnyking_ & for any inquiries email me at: hello@brittnyking.com

In this insightful episode, host Brittny King dives into the complex and inspiring topic of embracing new beginnings and overcoming fear and uncertainty. She begins by exploring our natural inclination to seek familiarity, even to our detriment, and shares her personal struggles with facing the unknown. As the conversation evolves, Brittny provides actionable strategies for navigating discomfort, highlighting how embracing failure and challenges is an essential part of growth. With engaging anecdotes about her daughter and her experiences teaching spin, she connects the universal challenges of growth with real-life examples. Brittny's guidance doesn't stop at mindset alone. She offers practical steps to help listeners break down goals into manageable parts, seek support, and practice self-compassion. From taking small steps to asking for help to celebrating every part of the journey, her wisdom is a treasure trove for anyone facing new beginnings. Most importantly, she emphasizes that setbacks and failures are not only part of the journey; they are the journey itself. By redefining how we view failure and recognizing that it is a sign of growth rather than defeat, Brittny inspires listeners to embrace the discomfort that comes with change. Her encouraging words remind us that new beginnings are not just events but processes, filled with opportunities for self-discovery, learning, and joy. Whether you're facing a significant life transition or seeking a fresh start in a small area of your life, this episode offers empowering perspectives and practical advice to support you on your journey. Connect with Brittny on Instagram and share your own stories of embracing new beginnings. Her personal and heartfelt approach makes this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to grow, change, and embrace the unknown with confidence and compassion. Information /location and links shared in the episode will be added to the show notes during the day of 2nd of August! Make sure to connect with me: Website: www.brittnyking.comInstagram: @brittnyking_ & for any inquiries email me at: hello@brittnyking.com

Volunteers are such an important part of nonprofit organizations, but we don't always treat them the way we should and it leads to big time burnout. Volunteers give their time because they believe in a cause and want to support it, but so often they get taken advantage of and it needs to stop. In today's episode, we're talking about how volunteers need to set boundaries with their time and skills, how we can honor those boundaries by involving them in future planning, and why volunteer appreciation is so vital. Also, we have a bittersweet announcement: The Nonprofit Reframe podcast is coming to an end. Tune in for all the details. What's in this episode:[00:24] We catch up on the hot weather we're having, and Nia shares some big news!![05:39] A bittersweet announcement about this show[10:05] Brittny's confession about working with volunteers[13:24] Volunteers have to set boundaries so they don't get taken advantage of in terms of time, skills, and compensation[21:21] Volunteer appreciation shouldn't be “one and done” and should involve succession planning at some point[23:16] Many volunteers donate their time because they can't donate funds, but still want to be impactful to their cause, and we should recognize their contributionsFor full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://thenonprofitreframe.com/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you begin baking sourdough in 2020 with the rest of the world? After watching a friend make artisan sourdough online, Brittny Hiatt was inspired to start baking naturally fermented breads out of her own kitchen. The process was a lot of trial and error at first, but after testing different methods and practicing this new skill, Brittny quickly became recognized as a sourdough expert.   Today on the show, Brittny shares all of her top, uncomplicated, and essential tips for any home baker listening that may want to level up their sourdough skills including:   How often to feed your starter What your starter should look like How to control the sourness of your sourdough Which flours work best with sourdough What is the hooch and should you dump it out Benefits of sourdough vs. commercially yeasted breads Misconceptions of sourdough     Resources: Follow Brittny on Instagram The Perfect Loaf Cookbook Follow Female Foodie on Instagram

In this episode of the Positively Real Podcast with host Brittny King, join her in a captivating conversation with Keri Blair, a renowned Personal Stylist and Image Consultant. With over 20 years of experience styling executives and high-profile clients in major cities like New York, Los Angeles, Paris, and Milan, Keri brings a unique approach to helping women feel amazing about themselves through introspective and style-driven insights. Throughout the episode, Brittny and Keri delve into several empowering topics, starting with the importance of personal branding and its role in fulfilling one's goals. They explore how our personal style and clothing choices are connected to our confidence levels, and Keri shares invaluable advice on how to grow confidence exponentially through our wardrobe. Keri also guides listeners on upleveling various aspects of life, including image, business, and overall personal growth. Drawing from her extensive experience, she provides practical strategies and tips to take your image, business, or life to the next level. The conversation shifts to the significance of self-care and its transformative power. Keri shares routines and tasks that can bring positive changes to listeners' lives, emphasizing the importance of self-love and self-nurturing. Finally, Brittny and Keri discuss the correlation between making an amazing first impression and achieving financial success and overall fulfillment. Keri shares insightful insights and practical tips on how to leave a lasting impact during initial encounters, creating opportunities for success in various areas of life. Keri is now introducing Your Curated Style, a 6-week course that will facilitate a Wardrobe Transformation! Keri wants you to love the way you look every day and help you bust out of the styling rut. Her focus is for participants to uncover their potential to live confident, happy, and authentic lives by loving the way they look and feel every single day. She truly believes it doesn't matter where you've been, what you do, or what size you are; what matters is who you are and what's inside waiting to shine through. Tune in to this enlightening episode as Brittny King and Keri Blair empower you to embrace your unique style, boost your confidence, and unlock your true potential. Get ready to love the way you look and feel every single day! Links in this episode: Your Curated Style - https://www.yourcuratedstyle.com/ Email: lexi@scoutsagency.com Make sure to connect with me: Website: www.brittnyking.com Instagram: @brittnyking_ & for any inquiries email me at: hello@brittnyking.com

Today I talk with Kelsey Aida, she is a bestselling author and transformation facilitator who helps women manifest their dream lives and love themselves deeply through the process. She's the author of more than five personal development books, including… #ActuallyICan, Affirmations for Happiness, Letters to the Universe, My Pocket Guide to Manifestation, and Self-Love for the Modern Woman. Alongside her books, she helps people via her international retreats, 1:1 coaching, online courses, and the popular spiritual podcast “High Vibin' It”. In this episode we have a heart-opening conversation between life coaches and empowering women, Brittny King and Kelsey Aida. This enlightening discussion weaves through the intricate paths of happiness, self-awareness, and manifestation, encouraging listeners to take micro-action steps daily towards their own happiness. Brittny expertly leads the conversation, bringing her wisdom, empathy, and infectious energy to each episode, empowering listeners to take control of their lives. Kelsey Aida, a prominent figure in the realm of self-empowerment and personal development, joins Brittny in this episode. Kelsey bravely shares her journey of overcoming depression through spiritual, emotional, and bodywork, and how this transformation fueled her desire to help others expedite their own healing process. Together, they delve into topics of radical self-love, the art of embracing every part of oneself, and the effects of this internal harmony on the law of attraction and manifestation. They address the importance of understanding the emotional motives behind our desires and intentions, revealing how the mastery of self-love can lead to financial freedom and prosperity. Listen to Brittny and Kelsey as they uncover hidden roadblocks, challenge self-sabotaging beliefs, and guide listeners through the maze of personal development to the destination of a fulfilled, joyous life. Their conversation is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking growth, transformation, and the power to manifest their best life. Dive into "Radical Self Love and Manifestation" and take the first step on the path to unlocking your potential. Connect with KelseyInstagram handle:: @kelseyaida Make sure to connect with me: Website: www.brittnyking.com Instagram: @brittnyking_ & for any inquiries email me at: hello@brittnyking.com

Get ready for a transformative episode with Brittny King where we'll delve into the concept of inner freedom. Brittny dives deep into how emotions can create a kind of bondage that affects our life experiences, relationships, and personal growth. She explores the power of emotions and how understanding and embracing them can liberate you. Often, we believe we are trapped by external circumstances, but Brittny suggests that real freedom is internal, and she's here to help you find it. Are you bothered by feelings of discomfort, anxiety, or stress? Brittny discusses how resisting these feelings often leads to feeling trapped, but leaning into discomfort can set us free. She highlights the importance of understanding and managing your emotions to achieve emotional well-being. Brittny shares strategies to help you sit with discomfort and anxiety, instead of trying to think your way out of these feelings. She insists that allowing yourself to feel these emotions, no matter how uncomfortable, can pave the way to freedom. She also dives into the concept of self-limiting beliefs and how these mental roadblocks stop us from living our best lives. By identifying, understanding, and debunking these beliefs, Brittny asserts that we can start to reshape our lives and embrace our true essence. This episode is designed to help you break free from emotional limitations, unpack self-limiting beliefs, and move toward the freedom you've been seeking. So, tune in for a refreshing perspective on emotional liberation and the journey towards your authentic self. Make sure to connect with me: Website: www.brittnyking.com Instagram: @brittnyking_ & for any inquiries email me at: hello@brittnyking.com

Join Brittny as she opens up about the trials and triumphs of parenting, illustrating how to consciously and deliberately navigate the ups and downs. In this candid and heartfelt podcast, Brittny shares her experiences as a new parent, highlighting the importance of acknowledging and consciously working with our thoughts, emotions, and fears. From the highs of keeping her tiny human alive and meeting all her basic needs to the lows of postpartum anxiety and dealing with intrusive thoughts, Brittny's journey is an ode to the 50/50 reality of life. She explores how our brains are wired to default to the negative, to protect us from pain, and how understanding this can transform the way we parent. The podcast also dives deep into the often unseen half of motherhood — the fears, insecurities, and comparisons that we don't always share on social media. Brittny speaks candidly about her own identity crisis after becoming a mother, underscoring the need to normalize these experiences. Whether you're a seasoned parent or about to embark on the journey of parenthood, this podcast will offer you valuable insights into embracing the 50/50 of life and turning your parenting challenges into opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Join Brittny on this enlightening journey of conscious parenting, as she shares her wisdom and experiences, one episode at a time. Make sure to connect with me: Website: www.brittnyking.com Instagram: @brittnyking_ & for any inquiries email me at: hello@brittnyking.com