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Women are in a moment right now. Juggling the hustle, high expectations, perimenopause, post-pandemic chaos, kids' hormones, changing relationships, work demands – it's overwhelming. Cherylanne Skolnicki, CEO, founder, and podcast host of Brilliant Balance, has the insights to help you masterfully balance it all.Timestamps:[00:01:20]The Good STUFF: Surprisingly True Useful Fun Fact[00:07:07] Emotional disconnect and overwhelm.[00:08:09] Will someone ever rescue us?[00:13:00] How to do less for higher return[00:15:13] The crushing weight of expectations and Choices[00:23:31] Quitting job to pursue passion.[00:30:53] Creative experiments[00:34:22] How to reframe overcoming Judgment[00:38:46] My thinking on this has evolved.Connect with Cherylanne Skolnicki:WebsitePodcastIGReferences mentioned:NEW WEBSITE IS HERE!Schedule a FREE breakthrough call with me Want to take these ideas and apply them to your life? Let's do it!DOWNLOAD the free PDF - 40 Simple Ways to Add Energy To Your Day- get a quick burst of energy right now and KEEP IT!GET the Effectiveness Booster - Shift your priorities to what matters most in less than a minute!Launch Your Podcast in 8 weeks BETA - For more info, text PODCAST to 404.999.1418 or email allison@allisonhare.com with PODCAST in the subject lineSurprisingly True Useful Fun Fact ResearchALLISON HARE'S LINKS:EFFECTIVE COLLECTIVE MOTHER MASTERMIND: Schedule a free exploratory call here.AllisonHare.com - New and imptoved!Instagram - Steps to heal yourself, move society forward, and slinging memes and dancing (seriously, Allison is also a dance fitness instructor)Reb3l Dance Fitness - Try it at home! Free month with this link.Personal Brand - need help building yours? Schedule a call with me here and let's discuss.Feedback and Contact:: allison@allisonhare.com

Raquel Vélez is the Founder and CEO of Alpine Parrot, an outdoor apparel company that caters specifically to people of size and people of color. She brings with her almost two decades of engineering experience, having received her degree in mechanical engineering from Caltech, worked and studied as a robotics engineer, and eventually shifting over to software engineering and engineering management.  Now, as an apparel engineer, she's creatively tackling one of the oldest (and most polluting) industries by creating sustainable, inclusive clothing for a market of people who have so often been neglected in the outdoor space.  As a plus sized Latina who discovered her love of the outdoors later in life, Raquel has put an incredible amount of careful consideration into the design of each product, focusing on great fit and quality construction. She was named one of Outside Magazine's Outsiders of the Year 2021 and one of Well+Good Magazine's Changemakers 2023. Raquel has lived in 4 countries, speaks 5 languages, and currently lives in California. *** Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.  By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement. Thank you for your invaluable support! *** Show notes Who is Raquel? Living in California, USA  Her early years Loving to read and explore through books Getting into the outdoors in her 20s Learning how to ski and falling in love with it Her gateway to the outdoors Climbing, camping, surfing and backpacking The lack of Latina role models Growing up being surrounded by whiteness  Making friends in the outdoors Learning how to sew and make patterns Having a degree in mechanical engineering How hard could it be?! Designing an 8 piece plus size women's ski/snow line Being miserable but earning good money and doing interesting work Starting to think about quitting her job How Alpine Parrot came about The reason behind the company name Putting a plan in place to quit her job The transition from full time employment to being an entrepreneur  Figuring out personal finances and if there was a market for a plus sized focused clothing company  Making plans and metrics for success Engaging with her audience, designing hiking pants and getting feedback Launching a kickstarter in 2021 Starting to sell clothing in August 2022 Needing to understand what the problem was with plus sized hiking clothes How clothing is made The fit model  Making clothes that fit people in bigger bodies Making the outdoors more inclusive  Happy tears  Making people feel they belong Why there is nothing wrong with your body  2 different fits for pants - Mountain and River 2 different fits for tops - Coastal and Forest  Using the outdoors to help manage stress Having to make hard decision and needing to let people go  The power of being in nature  Expanding internationally  Buy Alpine Parrot in Australia/New Zealand - Plus Snow Buy Alpine Parrot in the UK - Vampire Outdoors How to connect with Raquel and Alpine Parrot  Final words of advice - on how to get into the outdoors The power of taking one step Walking with purpose   Social Media Alpine Parrot - Outdoor apparel for sizes 14-30 and 1X-5X!  Latina owned and operated  Website: alpineparrot.com  Instagram: @alpineparrot   

In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we delve into the inspiring journey of Maite Rojo, a passionate ultra runner who has taken on some of the toughest challenges in the world of endurance racing.  Born in a small fishing village in Northern Spain, Maite's love for sports and running ignited at a young age. Encouraged by her family, she discovered the simplicity and joy of running, eventually becoming an integral part of a supportive running community. Over the years, she embarked on marathons, ultra marathons, and eventually 24-hour races, pushing her body to its limits. Maite's perseverance and dedication paid off when she won two 24-hour challenges, with her second victory securing her a direct entrance to the prestigious Spartathlon Race in Athens. In the gruelling Spartathlon, Maite ran an astonishing 247 km and placed 9th female, proving her indomitable spirit. Not one to rest on her laurels, Maite recently tackled the Ultr'Ardèche ultra race in France, covering a distance of 222 km and finishing in an impressive 4th place. Her relentless pursuit of new challenges and her ability to adapt to the demands of each race showcase her extraordinary strength and tenacity. Beyond her own personal achievements, Maite also dedicates her races to her father, who battles a degenerative illness that affects his mobility. Her running journey serves as a testament to the power of resilience and the ability to find strength even in the face of adversity. Join us as Maite Rojo shares her insights on training for 24-hour races, the importance of rest and recovery, nutrition for endurance athletes, and the mental preparation required to conquer monumental challenges. Her story is one of passion, perseverance, and the unwavering belief in following one's heart. *** Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.  By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement. Thank you for your invaluable support!   Show notes Who is Maite Born in Northern Spain in a small fishing village Currently living in her brothers house, close to Santiago, Spain 50 years old  Spending time around boats from a young age Learning dingy sailing with her brother at 18 years old Having a love for sports from a young age Starting running at 13 years old  Her running journey and how it progresses  Being very shy as a child and being encouraged by her family to do sports  Loving the simplicity of running Finding fellow runners and being part of a community  Competing for 6 years in running before stopping due to other commitments  Sailing full time and trying to train for her first half marathon Running 1 or 2 marathons a year Training for 24hr races  Supported her brother running the Spartathlon 2018 (he was the only Spanish finisher) Being inspired and wanting to race the Spartathlon  Entering the Spartathlon lottery for 3 years before going for a direct entrance Doing her first 24hr race In New Zealand (23rd Self-Transcendence 24 Hour Track Race) and running 206km and placing 1st female.  Running a 24hr track race in Barcelona (24 hores d'ultrafons en pista de Barcelona (ESP)) and qualifying for the Spartathlon by running 216.9km Quitting her sailing job to focus on running and training for 4 months before the Spartathlon Race Wanting to be super prepared Working as a running coach Wanting to challenge herself with training and to see how much her body could adapt to the challenges of the race What training looked like  Looking at her strengths and weaknesses  Being able to do hard sessions and being able to recovery quickly Focusing on strength training while working on a boat when not able to run How sailing helped prepare her for sleep deprivation while running through the night Starting to increase her millage on a gradual basis and doing back to back training sessions at the weekend  Tips for rest and recovery and why its good to have a regular massage The benefits of stretching  Working on her weaknesses and focusing on building strength in her legs through weights Ensuring enough food is consumed to support her body and training needs  Nutrition for fuelling her body as a vegetarian, wanting to eat as natural as possible (avoiding gels) The mental preparation for the Spartathlon Race Race strategy for running including dealing with cut off points and the challenge of the mountain in the middle How meditation helped during the race - focusing on the beauty of the running environment from the stars to the moon. Reducing her caffeine consumption before the race and then having caffeine again before the mountain  Being supported by her crew and seeing her brother at aid stations along the way Running Ultr'Ardèche, in France (222km) and getting 4th place   How to connect with Maite  Why it's important to have passion for what you do and why you should follow your heart.    Social Media Instagram: @mairedrunner  Facebook: @mairedrunner   

Ellen is a 27-year-old pilot, flight instructor, and adventure traveler, with a background in writing, acting, and modeling. She grew up on a farm in rural Texas. In her short adult life, she's been on five expeditions by bicycle, paddle, and oars, both domestic and international. Those journeys add up to a total of 18 months and roughly 10,000 miles - nearly all of which were human-powered and half of which were solo. In 2017, Ellen, then 22, completed a solo descent of the Missouri from Three Forks to St. Louis. Ellen had previously paddled a tributary of the Amazon and cycled from England to Greece. Ellen is the youngest person to solo paddle the Missouri River from Three Forks, Montana to St. Louis. In September 2022, Ellen Falterman paddled her 18-foot Grumman canoe to her family's Trinity River home in East Texas, completing a full descent of the Mississippi River and then some. Her motivation and mentor for these trips have always been her brother Patrick, who died suddenly in 2016. She dedicates all of her expeditions to him, and even when she's traveling by herself, she never feels as if she's traveling alone. ***This episode was recorded at the end of 2021 to be released in early 2022. Ellen lost her fiancé in 2022 so we decided to delay the release of the episode until now. Our hearts and hugs go out to Ellen.***   New episodes go live every Tuesday at 7am UK time - Subscribe so you don't miss out.  Support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media especially in relation to adventure and physical challenges. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Thank you.   Show notes Who is Ellen Her trail name Being based out of East Texas The big challenge - gong around the world by rowboat Being inspired by her brother Her family  Wanting to make her own way in life Thinking of becoming an actor Losing her brother suddenly in September 2016 Starting to live life like there is no tomorrow  Dealing with the dark and tragic situations that happens in life Going to Brazil with her brother in 2014 Talking about her grief  Hitching around Brazil and making money while on the road Learning from her brother while travelling together Doing a river trip after he died Her first solo expedition on the Missouri River, the longest river in North America Planning verses going with the flow  Daily life while on travelling on rivers River time and working with tides and rowing in open water Figuring out resupply and knowing what rations you have The lessons from her first solo expedition  Why everyone should do a solo challenge at some point  Dealing with loneliness  Funding and paying for challenges Working as a flight instructor to self fund challenges Learning to fly and getting her pilot license at 17 Deciding to row the length of The Mississippi River How her expeditions have tied together  Naming her boat after her grandma  Gaining ocean rowing experience Doing a sea school course in the UK and gaining qualifications  Handling concerns before the journey  Creating a non-profit and how it works Documenting and sharing the challenge Working with UK non-profit IMMAs  Keeping stuff in storage  Creating a cozy cabin  Wanting to be in Panama in 12 months Launching on September 4th 2022 Falling in love and the challenge of leaving  Wanting to be the captain of her ship and being alone for the first year How you can support Ellen  How to connect with Ellen on the socials  Final words advice - The 3Ds - Desire, Decision, Details    Social Media Website ellenmagellanexpeditions.com  Instagram @ellenmagellanexpeditions  Facebook Ellen Magellan Expeditions  

Care Less, Do More. – E27 – Graham Zimmerman A new author, Graham Zimmerman is on the show today. Graham has worn many hats throughout his career as a professional alpinist. He is 
A Piolet D'Or recipient
, a community leader,
 a vocal climate activist, an Award-Winning creative and so much [...] The post Care Less, Do More. – E27 – Graham Zimmerman appeared first on Out Of Collective.

Josephine in her own words:   “I'm a middle aged mother of three. Also, adventurer, rock climber, former Mountain Rescuer, wilderness addict, lover of Nature, doer. Oh, and professional author and award-winning photographer. Many hats, but a common thread of being outdoors, helping people and sharing a love of wild places. Having moved on from the confines of Mountain Rescue, I am on a journey with Mountain Training Association to get qualified so that I can introduce people, and especially women, to the indescribable benefits of outdoor adventure.  Too many women feel that it is beyond them. I want to show that it is not. I love polar adventure and have been to Norway many times and skied across Svalbard on a 9 day expedition.  Mountains, moors, wilderness, old mines and rock faces all vie for my time so that it feels there is never enough!  My mantra is: “Do it now. Life is too short.” I am not one for “ests” the longest/fastest/highest etc. To me, it is all about being there, in that moment. My work as an author and publisher includes the Dartmoor Tors Compendium, the Official Visitor Guide to Dartmoor National Park and the Geology of Dartmoor. I also design unique infographics and poster art about Dartmoor in particular. My photography, when not illustrating books, is photographing architectural properties and interiors. Mainly though, photography is about showing how beautiful and amazing our world is.” *** Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, airing every Tuesday at 7am UK time. Hit the subscribe button to stay updated and connected. Join us in our mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media especially in relation to adventure and physical challenges. Show your support by visiting www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Thank you for helping to make change happen.   Show notes Who is Josephine Wearing lots of hats  Her love for going out and exploring and spending time in wilderness Studying geo-physics at university down in London Making the move to Devon Deciding to re-train in photography  How her career focuses on photography, design and being outdoors Having 3 grown children  Her love and passion for the outdoors  Growing up in Acton, London Spending more and more time in Dartmoor  Age 14, having the opportunity to do an outward bound course (3 week residential) Discovering different possibilities and wanting to live a life outdoors Meeting her husband at the Officer Training Core at University  Making the decision to move to Devon to raise her family Asking herself the question - what does she really want to do Buying an old barn to renovate, while raising 3 children and going back to college for 3 years to study photography and media production Why we have to take a risk and make things happen Not doing any adventures for 20 years while raising the kids Starting to do more solo activities at 52 Booking to do a polar training course with Newland Expeditions Spending time walking on Dartmoor Losing her mum to Ovarian Cancer  Skiing across Svalbard on a 9 day expedition (being the only woman and one of the oldest there) Camp life, dealing with Polar bears and why it's so challenging  Imposter Syndrome? Feeling like an explorer and an adventurer Cycling the Hebridean Way, Scotland 2022 Being inspired by watching the Reality TV Show Castaway (2000)  Dealing with the tough days while on challenges Suffering from covid Challenges with mental health and seeking therapy   Dealing with setbacks and failure  Spending time in the Cairngorms, Scotland and going exploring  Doing her Hill & Moorland Assessment  Wanting to train for her Mountain Leader (ML) Award  Her healing process and wanting to learn new skills Trying to identify what you want to be Doing what's achievable first Signing up for the Rock Climbing Instructor Course in 2022  Wanting to share her love for the outdoors and encourage more people to spend time outside Mountain Rescue and the training program Hitting a glass wall and dealing with bad people management Deciding to resign from Mountain Rescue  Advice and tips for other women who are in a similar situation Not wanting to rock the boat and what she would do differently now Why the old school way of thinking has to change Why we don't have to put up with bad behaviour  How the ML training is going  How you can connect with Josephine The meaning behind the name ‘Tavicinity'  Using Instagram in the old fashioned way - black and white photos The importance of learning how to navigate Why you shouldn't compare yourself to other people  Why you should try something new “Make it happen and do it for you”.     Social Media Website: www.tavicinitypublishing.co.uk  Instagram: @tavicinity   

In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we dive into the incredible journey of Fadeelah Kenny, an endurance runner, cyclist, and hiker. Fadeelah, a hijabi woman, shares her inspiring story of becoming a mother and the challenges she faced along the way. Fadeelah opens up about her experience as a late starter, having her baby at the age of 38. She candidly discusses the struggles she encountered in adjusting to motherhood and her battle with severe postpartum depression. Despite these obstacles, Fadeelah's determination shines through as she shares her story of recovery and resilience. As an endurance runner, Fadeelah has completed several ultra marathons, including the renowned Comrades Marathon three times. She reflects on her running journey, from discovering her endurance capabilities to pushing herself in longer distances. Fadeelah recounts the mental challenges of running, emphasising the importance of a positive mindset and self-belief. The conversation delves into Fadeelah's experience of running the Comrades Marathon, an 89-kilometre race that changes direction every year. She shares the mental and physical obstacles she faced during the race, including the last few kilometres where she needed to dig deep to finish with only minutes to spare. Fadeelah also discusses her struggles with postpartum depression and anxiety, highlighting the importance of seeking support and opening up about one's struggles. She shares her desire to help others by sharing her own journey and offering advice to women facing similar challenges. Don't miss this empowering episode filled with insights on endurance running, motherhood, and the strength of the human spirit.   Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.  By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement. Thank you for your invaluable support!   Show notes Who is Fadeelah Working as an electrical engineer while having a love for endurance running Having a new baby 14 months ago age 38 Her early years growing up in South Africa Her older sister Rogeema Kenny (who has also shared her story on the Tough Girl Podcast - 4th August 2023) Not enjoying athletics when she was younger as she wasn't good at it Learning she had a little bit of endurance while running 1,500m at school Only been competitive with herself Starting running 13 years ago and why she prefers the longer distances How her running journey progressed and what that looked like Being asked to run a 5k race on National Women's Day in South Africa (9th August) Getting the bug for running and starting to enter more races Needing a running licence - through the Athletics Association South Africa Deciding to join a running club and meeting so many like minded people Signing up for longer and longer races Running Comrades Marathon 3x (89 km) Two Oceans Ultra Marathon  Why it's a mental challenge running longer distances  Keep on running - don't stop, even if you think you aren't going to make the cut off How the Comrades Marathon changes direction every year  Needing to convince herself that she could finish the race The importance of having a positive mindset and having belief in herself Needing to understand WHY she was running and WHY she was doing this race Dealing with the physical pain during the race Running with a pacer and not being able to keep up for the final few kms Being encouraged to keep on running by supporters  Completing the race with 2mins to spare! Sharing more about motherhood and running Suffering from postpartum depression and anxiety  Not knowing where to turn Talking about her struggles and wanting to help others Starting to feel more like herself  How to connect with Fadeelah Final words of advice for women listening    Social Media Instagram: @fadeelahk  Twitter: @fadeelahk  Facebook: Fadeelah Kenny  LinkedIn: Fadeelah Kenny   

Lege og gründer Torbjørn Furuseth leder DoMore Diagnostics og vil revolusjonere kreftdiagnostikk med kunstig intelligens. Hvordan er det å starte et selskap som driver med avansert helseteknologi i Norge? Er det kunder, kapital eller kompetanse som er de viktige flaskehalsene? Hvordan ser han for seg at helsetjenestene vil se ut om 20-30 år?Du finner Innopodden som tekst på Podkast | Innovasjon Norge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Care Less, Do More. – E26 – Travis Ganong Travis Ganong and I grew up together here in Lake Tahoe skiing at Palisades where we honed our skiing technique with the famed race program. At 15 I started competing in Slopestyle competitions and Travis made the US Ski team and [...] The post Care Less, Do More. – E26 – Travis Ganong appeared first on Out Of Collective.

Majka Burhardt is a professional climber, certified climbing guide, conservation entrepreneur, author, and filmmaker; she is also the founder and executive director of the international conservation and development organization Legado and the author of More: Life on the Edge of Adventure and Motherhood, released in 2023.  Majka currently lives with her 7 year old twins and her husband, the internationally certified mountain guide Peter Doucette, in Jackson, New Hampshire. About the Book: More: Life on the Edge of Adventure and Motherhood.  An intense and emotional epistolary memoir by one of the world's top ice climbers, born at the confluence of motherhood, adventure, career, and marriage.  As one of the world's leading female professional rock and ice climbers, Burhardt and her husband led globe-trotting, adventure-seeking lives.  When she learns that she's pregnant—with twins—Burhardt at first tries to justify her insistence on pursuing extreme risk in the face of responsibility.  But she is  ultimately forced to grieve the avalanche of emotions that accompanies any major life transitions along with the physical changes in her own body. Based on the letters and journals Burhardt diligently kept over the course of those six years, More takes the reader on an around-the-world journey as Burhardt explores the transformative, identity-shifting experience of motherhood and its irreversible impact on career, identity, marriage, and self. In the early weeks of her children's lives, Burhardt immerses herself in adoration for her twins and grappling with the tremendous guilt and struggle around having to return to risk-laden work and that ever elusive balance mothers everywhere seek amidst it all.  As the newness of her twins fades into a permanent reality, Burhardt turns her attention towards her marriage and the collateral damage as she and her husband, Peter, struggle to navigate their new normal. As anger and resentment threaten the foundation of her family, Burhardt courageously looks to her past—and her own mother's tumultuous and confusing history of success, violence, and ragged divorce—to better understand her own way forward.  How will she break free from the legacy of her own childhood to start fresh with her own family?  Raw, candid, and galvanizing, More is a passionate and poignant testament to the enduring power of love and our lifelong journey to understand ourselves as we strive to always pursue more. *** Don't miss out on new episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast that are released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Hit the subscribe button to stay updated. By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can help increase the representation of female role models in the media especially in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to contribute. Thank you for your support!   Show notes Who is Majka Living in Jackson, New Hampshire Her early years growing up Being very sporty and adventurous The toughen up Majka campaign Doing a 45 day canoe expedition in the Arctic Her love for being on trail Mentors and role models Kitty Calhoun - Alpinist & Activist  Lynn Hill  Getting into climbing at at 15/16 years old and how it started gradually  Taking a year off from college to climb full time  Feeling drawn to ice climbing  Wanting to make climbing her job Writing for climbing magazines to make money and to combine her passions Climbing in Ethiopia, Africa Climbing a first ascent - The Sandstone Towers of Tigray, in northern Ethiopia. Book: Vertical Ethiopia published by Shama Publishing, an Ethiopian Publisher. Legado Brining in scientists to climb around the vertical granite terrain on Mount Namuli in Mozambique  Shifting the focus of Legado from being a conservation organisation to one that activates climate justice with indigenous people and local communities throughout the world Working in Mozambique, Kenya and Peru to help create a thriving future  Motherhood and not being sure if being a mum was part of her agenda Meeting her partner, Peter in 2008 in New Hampshire at an Ice Climbing Festival Getting pregnant and finding out it was twins Book: More: Life on the Edge of Adventure and Motherhood.  Trying to hold onto her career during pregnancy and motherhood Working with Patagonia  Micro moments of balance  Training and exercise during and after pregnancy The impact of pregnancy on her core Getting outside and adventuring with the children Writing the book and reflecting back over that time Focusing on showing up and being as present as possible Practical advice and tips for new mothers The importance of friends and community  Dividing up domestic labour and having systems Waking up at 5.30am Morning routine  Rest and recovery Mantra and words of empowerment Being a warrior goodness How to connect with Majka Final words of advice to encourage women to go after their own dreams   Social Media Website: majkaburhardt.com  Instagram: @majkaburhardt  Facebook: @majka.burhardt Legado Activates the Power of Legacy - So that people and nature can thrive together - now and into the future.  Buy the book: More: Life on the Edge of Adventure and Motherhood    

Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Construction is one of the largest roofing contractors in the Northeast (if not the US) with revenues surpassing $22M annually. The operation has steadily grown 15% annually the last three years. The journey hasn't always been easy. Adam started the business when he was only 29 years old with a rusty pickup truck and $3,000. Adam's commitment to excellent service allowed the company to grow faster than he ever wanted. By 2015, Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Construction was $5.3MM, but Adam was miserable. The company was profitable, but it was disjointed. Adam felt the pressure of the world on his shoulders. Looking for help, he found CertainPath. It proved to be one of several launching pads for this savvy contractor.In this interview, Adam Vaillancourt and his General Manager Scott Knuckles sit down to discuss their journeys in the trades. But then, they reveal countless insights into how they've profitably grown the business from $5.3MM to more than $22MM. They explain how they…· Built their superstar team of managers and leaders in the company.· Created a multi-faceted marketing approach that's kept the company loaded with leads, while many other contractors have struggled.· Utilize one marketing strategy that increased leads 269%!· Carefully determine which salespeople receive what leads.· Crafted a highly successful repair division that receives outstanding reviews.· Only hire people that match their core values.· Identify people with the right traits and skills who will turn into incredible roofing salespeople.· Onboard and train weekly with all their employees with a simple goal of everyone working to get better.· Drastically reduced attrition in the business.· Cultivated a company culture that accepts and expects people to make mistakes—and then learn from them.· Regularly earn a 90+% Net Promoter Score, and they share how you can do the same!· Relentlessly focus on every touchpoint the company has with its customers—and how to make that touchpoint an even better experience.· Built compensation plans that heavily reward performance for every position in the company, including their sub crews.· Added one critical position to the company that eliminates at least $120,000 in materials waste and helps create an outstanding customer service experience.· And so much more!Show NotesThe Successful Contractor Podcast is a part of the CertainPath family. CertainPath builds successful home service businesses—and has for 25 years. We do it by providing contractors with a proven path to success, professional coaching, software solutions, and a member community of 1,100+ strong. Doubling your sales, with a 20% net profit, and an inspiring company culture is ALL possible. Let us show you the way.With CertainPath, Success is Made Certain. Visit www.mycertainpath.com for more information.FOLLOW CERTAINPATH: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CertainPath Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/certainpath Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/certainpath/Thank you to our sponsors:Yellowstone Local. Are you a home service company struggling to find experienced employees to hire? Then you need to schedule a meeting with Yellowstone Local, the undisputed leader in helping home service companies build high performing teams. Yellowstone Local doesn't just fill open positions; they shift your entire recruiting paradigm. 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Ciara Burton is known as “The Life Coach for Moms,” her work solves anxiety, uncertainty, disconnect, Type-A tendencies and perfectionism for the soulfully ambitious Mother by helping her reconnect to her "Self" and her intuition in order to find happiness within. Her course, Becoming Her is helping Moms everywhere build, create and design lives characterized by their values, which they identify in her course. Her clients go from list checking and feeling like they need to DO MORE to learning how to BE MORE in their lives for the people they love most. This approach is revolutionizing "family" dynamics as everyone is having fun again without needing to schedule a vacation to do so! Ciara's unconventional approach quickly gets to the root of toxic patterns, routines and blockages that leave women feeling anxious, purposeless, and overwhelmed. Her research-based and intuitive methods empower clients to find fulfillment and freedom within themselves, which revolutionizes their families, careers, relationships, physical health, and more. Ciara can help you with:  Healing the “Mother Wound” and generational patterns/programming Difficult relationships and the mother-in-law dynamic Simple shifts out of exhaustion/overwhelm It takes ONE to fix your marriage (not two plus a therapist!) A dark night of the soul (aka: depression, you aren't alone!) and what the challenges you face may be here to teach you “Silent parenting” and how to deeply connect with your kids (and become the hero they write about on in their college entrance essay) Why that self-help book, podcast, TO-DO list, or even yoga class could be keeping you stuck Contact her HERE or go to her social media site HERE To contact MYSTICAL MOTHERHOOD go HERE        

Join me for a power-packed episode where I'll show you how to supercharge your life with the simple formula: Do More, Get MORE. I'm diving into a strategy that's all about fueling your MOTIVATION, smashing through OBSTACLES, leveraging your RESOURCES, and EXECUTING like a pro. I'll share personal stories, hard-earned insights that will transform the way you tackle challenges in business and in your life. Think bigger, push harder, and follow up like your success depends on it—because it does. Let's turn your everyday efforts into extraordinary results.

In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, I speak with Lucy Coppack, a finance manager by day and an outdoors enthusiast by weekend.  Lucy shares her love for the hills, her experiences as a female in the outdoors industry, and her personal challenges including the loss of her mother to breast cancer.  Lucy talks about her decision to raise money for the East Cheshire Hospice by completing the Peak District 88 Trig Point Challenge, and how the outdoors helps her process her emotions and grief. She also shares advice and tips for girls who want to spend more time in the outdoors. *** Subscribe to the Tough Girl Podcast to listen to more inspiring stories of women breaking barriers and pushing boundaries. New episodes go live every Tuesday at 7am UK time. To support the mission of increasing female role models in the media, visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. *** Show notes Who is Lucy Living in Macclesfield, just outside the Peak District, UK Working as a finance manager during the day Her love for the outdoors, the hills and living van life during the weekends Her early years growing up and spending loads of time outdoors Being into climbing, biking and hiking  Her teenage years and spending time in Guides and Explorers  Cheshire Hike  Duke of Edinburgh Award  Being the only girl  Starting to see more women in the outdoors Female instructors and leaders Studying Adventure Sports at Reaseheath College  Getting other basic qualifications for use in the outdoors Struggling after leaving college to find work PGL Summer Camps  Doing ski seasons for 3 years Teaching herself how to snowboard Working long shifts, but having the best time of her life Working her summer seasons in Cornwall, UK Wanting a bit more of a normal job Losing her mum at 3 years old to breast cancer Deciding to raise money for Wanting to do a local challenge to raise money and awareness for East Cheshire Hospice Deciding to do the 'Peak District Trig Point Challenge'  Wanting to complete the challenge in 88 days Dislocating her knee and needing to go to hospital  The outdoors and how it helps with her mental health Being a mental health first aider  Using hiking to help process her emotions and feeling of grief over losing her mum Van life and the realities  Pooing and peeing  Wanting to hike all 214 Wainwrights  Becoming a Boobette with Coppafeel The importance of checking your boobs on a regular basis The BRCA Gene - BReast CAncer Starting to get breast screening at 25 years old Coming to terms with her risks of getting breast cancer Thinking about doing her Mountain Leader Qualification  Thoughts on working full time in the outdoors industry full time Wanting to work with outdoor brands as an ambassador/influencer  Thinking about the financial side of working in the outdoor industry Advice and tips for girls who want to spend time in the outdoors Starting with local walks to build up your confidence App: All Trails  OS Maps  Check out FB Groups, Meet ups and connect with people on Instagram How to connect with Lucy online Nicky - IG @nicky.walks  Anna Blackwell - @annablackwell    Social Media Instagram: @lucy.does.trigs  Just Giving: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lucy-coppack1   

Kyle Gillette, a man of strong faith and the Founder of B.L.U.E. Shirt coaching speaks to those that wish to Be More, Do More, Have More, and Give More.  Copies of his book can be obtained through the provided hyperlink (blueshirtcoaching.com/book).  Right Now Leadership

Today, I'm excited to share a behind-the-scenes look at the planning and preparation for my upcoming adventure on the 3,000km Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand. I recorded this episode, hours before I headed down to London to catch my flight to first Korea and then on to Aukland, New Zealand.  In this podcast, I'll take you through the meticulous planning and preparation that goes into making these epic adventures come to life. From the nitty-gritty details on my to-do list to managing setbacks and equipment challenges. I share the story behind my sponsorship with ZOLEO and the invaluable benefits I've gained from their products. I'll also break down my approach to planning big adventures. Starting by dividing it down into the mental, physical, logistical, and practical aspects, offering insights that hopefully will add value as you plan your adventures. Throughout this episode, I'll candidly share the intricacies and hurdles I've encountered and why I take full responsibly for all my decision, even when those decision put me under huge amounts of pressure/stress to deliver.  So, if you're curious about what goes into planning an adventure as massive as the Te Araroa Trail while running a business and keeping that business going while travelling. Then this podcast is a must-listen! Join me on my journey as I navigate the world of planning, preparation, and ultimately, adventure.  Follow my Te Araroa Challenge on Instagram @toughgirlchallenges. I'll be sharing daily updates on the main page and instagram stories. A massive thank you to ZOLEO for sponsoring the challenge #ChallengeWithZOLEO    *** This episode is sponsored by ZOLEO. #ChallengeWithZOLEO ZOLEO connects with your phone to provide seamless global messaging that follows you in and out of mobile network coverage — plus added safety features you can count on worldwide including industry-leading SOS alerting features. 24/7 monitoring and 24/7 access to non-emergency medical advice, check-in and weather forecasts. ZOLEO offers unmatched peace of mind for you and for everyone waiting at home.  Stay connected and safe while doing what you love.  www.zoleo.com  *** Show Notes Planning and preparation episode for the Te Araroa hike 10.50pm the day before heading down to London  Setting the scene - Working from my bed ‘aka my office' Why I'm not complaining - I'm just sharing the challenges and loving my life Blessed, lucky and very privileged 9th year of the Tough Girl Podcast in 2025 Why I'm grateful and full of gratitude - This is what I dreamed about Do I complain all the time? Vlog 5/17 Camino Frances Sharing the realities of what it is like while on challenges Why can I do so many challenges in a year? Planing, planning, planning and more planning  Pitching for work in 2024/2025 Having to look far ahead Planning to go to New Zealand since April/May time Future adventures and challenges need to be planned quite far in advance The work that goes on behind the scenes Working super far ahead to ensure Tough Girl Podcast episodes go live every week Being home in March and then away on the 1st April National Outdoor Expo 23rd - 24th March  Me putting pressure on myself  These are my choices  Wanting to walk the main 7 camino's by the end of 2025 Doing the Camino Primitivo as a training hike  Total Stats from the hike  I should have worked out the average time on feet Planning to do list and using my apple notes while hiking  Very specific to do list and really breaking it down into small manageable points Trying to reduce the overwhelm Setbacks and challenges over the past 23 days Having a detailed daily plan of what needs to be done e.g. 4 days to edit 16 days worth of vlogs into 7 vlogs and for them to be uploaded to Youtube.   Broken laptop and needing to send it off to be repaired - there were tears Editing and getting caught up with the vlogs Getting my laptop back up and running and setting everything up again from scratch  Editing - loving the creative process - the stress comes from not having the time to dedicate to it When good enough is good enough  Why I edit the TGP how I edit them.  Why my priority is my guest and their story.  Having challenging conversations and navigating through that Thinking about how to approach these topics, what's the best way to support the guests  The challenges of batch interviewing and having multiple interviews per day  Building work being done and not being able to record during the day Earning money and taking a one day job in Manchester with OfftoWork and the opportunity cost of earning money and not having time to do my podcast/editing work Taking responsibility for my choices What it means being a sponsored hike. Not all my costs are going to be covered.  First world problems  How did the ZOLEO sponsorship come about? Starting to use ZOLEO in April 2023 The benefits I've found  Needing to figure out a way to attach the ZOLEO to my pack when running Reaching out to ZOLEO for sponsorship, putting a pitch together and having a meeting. New Zealand - Land Safety Code  Carrying emergency food - apricots and walnuts  The hiking community and the amazing supportive people out there Sharon Evans @freewheelingkiwi  Breaking down the planning into 3 parts; mental, physical, logistical & practical  Starting to plan during the covid years How I start off my research and using apple notes  Facebook: Te Araroa Trail: Women's Group  Working backwards, dates, timeframe, flights accommodation, getting to the start line and getting home from the finish line, Having a plan B, C, D Discover how to get anywhere  Going from Auckland to the top of the North Island  Not being able to plan for everything  Using booking.com for accommodation - cheapest in the best location for me Insurance  Visa for New Zealand - British Citizens don't need a visa - they get a 6 month visa waiver Having another start date for the South Island  Booking the ferry to the South Island  Why sometimes you can't just go with the flow Gear - Upgrading my tent from a Terra Nova Laser 2 person tent to MSR 2 person tent (900g) the red palace. Can I get lighter in my gear? Maybe change my backpack next year Clothes and trainers provided by Inov-8 Get a 15% discount - using this link  The challenges with the waterproof trousers Food boxes? Why I don't do them  Facebook groups and why I don't like them in relation to challenges Wanting to figure out stuff for myself  Is it adding value - no - then step away Mental side of planning for a challenge and why I haven't done a huge amount this time The tools in my tool kit Why the TA is in my comfort zone (which doesn't mean it's not going to be tough or hard) Feeling mentally prepared and ready but thinking I could have done more Am I feeling physical ready for the challenge - yes and no…. Being joined by Sara Crosland for a walk Wishing I had longer to train and prepare, but doing the best I could do with the time available.  Working with my PT - Franco @HumalForces  Getting my hiker legs back after 7/10 days and being able to push bigger miles towards the end of the trip My weight and being very lean at the moment (which I like, but need to be aware of especially when taking on a big physical challenge like this) Having a vision board on my laptop and phone (created in canva.com) Flight on Sunday, Korea for 3/4 days, before flying to Auckland. You can follow along on Instagram @toughgirlchallenges Should I share my ZOLEO phone number and e-mail so people can contact me? Having tomorrow morning to do the final bits of work How to reach out - send me an e-mail sarah@toughgirlchallenges.com or send me a DM via Instagram  Thank you to ZOLEO for sponsoring the podcast and the Te Araroa Challenge.    Previous Challenge Solo Episodes  Apr 26, 2016 - Sarah Williams - Shares her journey of getting to the start line of the Marathon des Sables (MDS) & running the toughest footrace on earth! Sep 19, 2017 - Sarah Williams - Thru hiking the Appalachian Trail (2,190 miles) in 100 days! Sep 4, 2018 - Sarah Williams - Planning and Preparation for the Pacific Coast Highway & the Baja Divide! Dec 25, 2018 - Sarah Williams - Cycling the Pacific Coast Highway & Baja Divide  

Discover the extraordinary journey of Kyle Gillette as he unveils the hidden power of forward questions in fostering independent thinking and collaboration. From the tranquil orange farms of California to the bustling world of business coaching, Kyle's path took an unexpected twist that transformed the way he empowers others. Brace yourself for a story of self-discovery and revelation that will leave you craving for more. Get ready to uncover the key that unlocks the potential of your team, as we delve into Kyle's remarkable narrative, where every question leads to a new possibility.  Keynotes: 1. Unlock the full potential of your employees and watch engagement and productivity soar.   2. Gain valuable insights into your employees' needs and preferences through assessments, leading to a more tailored and effective approach to empowerment.   3. Harness the power of forward questions to ignite independent thinking and collaboration among your team, fostering a culture of innovation and growth.   4. Encourage critical thinking and autonomy in your employees with the use of thought-provoking questions, unlocking their problem-solving skills and driving impactful results.   5. Create a collaborative environment that nurtures creativity and promotes innovative solutions to challenges, enhancing your organization's ability to stay ahead in a competitive market.   The key moments in this episode are:  00:00:03 - Introduction,   00:01:32 - Kyle's Journey,   00:05:06 - The Blue Shirt Framework,   00:08:11 - Becoming a Leader,   00:09:39 - Empowering Others,   00:14:19 - The Importance of Empowering Employees,   00:15:31 - The Impact of Empowerment on Business,   00:17:06 - Reducing Overwhelm and Being the Bottleneck,   00:20:03 - Be More, Do More, Have More, Give More,   00:22:05 - Accountability and Empowerment,   00:27:42 - Study your employees and ask for their input,   00:28:49 - Empower your team by asking questions,   00:29:50 - The power of open-ended questions,   00:30:51 - Connect with Kyle and his offers,   00:31:40 - Wrap-up and final thoughtsLinks: https://blueshirtcoaching.com/  https://blueshirtcoaching.ck.page/coach-kyle Offer: The first 40 pages of my book, Right Now Leadership. Also, an opportunity to apply for a free consultation with me where I will help them create a strategy to implement some of the things we will talk about on the show.    Bio: Kyle Gillette is a four-time business owner and current owner of Blue Shirt Coaching, which helps chiropractors and other business owners Build better systems, empower their team, grow their leadership, and Increase revenue and profits through Next level accountability. Kyle has multiple coaching and behavioral assessment certifications, is a podcast host, author, and creator of the Blue Shirt Leadership Framework.    Kyle helps his clients (B)e Self-Aware Leaders, (L)ead with Accountability, (U)se a Growth Mindset, and (E)mpower Others. His goal is to help them Be More, Do More, Have More, and Give More. He is always looking to share practical insights from his experiences wrapped in engaging stories. Always an open book, Kyle provides an honest look at business, leadership, and being a dad. BHB2024Support the show

Care Less, Do More. – E25 – Connor Ryan This week, we dive in with professional skier Connor Ryan. Connor grew up in Boulder, Co and his path to becoming a professional skier comes with a different perspective than your typical pro. As a Hunkpapa Lakota, Connor's perspective is rooted [...] The post Care Less, Do More. – E25 – Connor Ryan appeared first on Out Of Collective.

Born in Phoenix, Arizona and raised by immigrant parents from China and Japan, Mari has always been drawn to stories that celebrate and examine identity, multiculturalism, and diversity.  After completing her Masters at the Royal College of Music in 2019, Funabashi continued to work in London, working closely with production houses Far Away Films and 84 East.  Since then she has composed for many award-winning films, particularly enjoying providing thoughtful and nuanced underscores for films that center around the human condition, although she would never say no to bombastic superhero themes with french horn solos.  Curious and creative by nature, Funabashi often mixes sound design with her musical underscores in order to create truly unique pieces of work that are inseparable from the films they were created for. Beyond music, Mari is a dedicated outdoors enthusiast, and can be found participating in ultra-endurance cycling trips as well as competing in triathlons. Having found outdoor movement after the difficult passing of her father in 2015, introverted Mari finds the long and solo hours of ultra-endurance sports comforting—a quiet and safe space to check-in with herself.  Her most recent events include a solo bike packing trip from London to Scotland in 2020 (430 miles), the half-ironman distance Castle to Coast Triathlon in 2021 (totalling 81.2 miles) and her 24-hour Manchester to London attempt in 2022 (she made it to 177 miles). *** Don't miss out on new episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast! Tune in every Tuesday at 7am UK time by hitting the subscribe button. By subscribing, you'll be supporting our mission to increase the number of female role models in the media especially in relation to adventure and physical challenge. If you would like to contribute even further, please visit our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Thank you for your support! *** Show notes Who is Mari? Growing up in Arizona in the USA Working as a film composer  Living in the South of England, for the past 6 years Getting into the outdoors in 2016 after the death of her father Her childhood was very focused on music Learning music and playing; piano, guitar, pipe organ, flute, french horn and clarinet Feeling lucky to have connected with the outdoors when she was older Living in New York City  as an introverted person Starting to go on long walks which turned into running Wanting to physically move her body forward Starting to run with friends and finding it enjoyable  Finding triathlon and signing up to race in 2016 Preferring the longer distances  Moving to the UK in 2017 Use a bike to commute on Getting into ultra distance cycling during covid  Using running to process thoughts  Feeling calm while moving her body and being able to connect with herself on a deep level Starting to do a few solo bike-packing trips Not thinking about distance, but rather time on the time Deciding to cycle from London to Scotland Using Strava to plan the route Having trust in herself to take on this challenge How the challenge helped to boost her confidence “I could probably do it and if I can't that's fine, I'll figure it out someway or another” 24hr Manchester to London attempt in 2022 Making it to 177 miles  The lessons learned from the experience and trying again Wanting to break the 200 mile mark Working on a film called - Beyond Words  Working with Play Outdoors Productions - Diversity-focused film collective  Combining art music and the outdoors Composing music while outdoors The goal with creating the film Running a crowd funder and raising the £3K needed to cover the film costs How to connect with Mari Final words of advice for women who want to get into bike packing Struggling to get back on the bike after going through a breakup Women supporting women Being supposed and encouraged by women only Facebook Groups   Social Media Website: www.marifunabashi.com  Instagram: @marifunabashi Crowdfunded: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/beyond-words-combining-film-music-bikepacking#/   

Dierdre grew up in New York City in the 1940s and 50s and helped care for her mother who had polio. Going to high school opened her eyes to new possibilities, and she eventually moved to California after spending time in France and Japan. Dierdre's life took a big turn when she divorced her husband and started focusing on her own goals and dreams.  At 55, she began running, and has gone on to complete multiple marathons. At 59, she began rock climbing, and at 66, she became the oldest woman to climb Yosemite's iconic El Capitan (with her son, Alex Honnold, of “Free Solo” fame).  In 2021, she celebrated her 70th birthday by climbing El Capitan again and camping on the summit.  At the end of 2023, the documentary about her life, “Climbing Into Life,” will be available to watch. Climbing into Life is a feature-length documentary detailing the inspiring life story of Dierdre Wolownick-Honnold, the mother of Free Solo's Alex Honnold.  This is the story of how she went from a completely consumed mother and professor, and ended up on the wall of El Capitan. From an unhappy wife and lonely mother to the status of athlete later in life, Dierdre confronts fear and ageism and gains a wonderful new community in the outdoors.  At age 71 Dierdre pushes back against the societal norms that assume her retirement years will be spent slowing down. *** Don't miss out on new episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast that are released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Hit the subscribe button to stay updated. By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can help increase the representation of female role models in the media especially in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to contribute. Thank you for your support! *** Show notes Who is Dierdre Being a teacher and writer Growing up in NYC after WW2 had ended Being a city girl Helping to care for her mother who had polio Her responsibilities as the girl  How going to high school changed her life Having her eyes opened to possibilities  Growing up in a Polish-American family Not being able to rebel Going to a catholic school Getting out into the real world Spending time in France and Japan Moving to California  The beginning of the big change  Doing everything for everybody Living in a non marriage Teaching herself how to swim in her 40s Her battle against fear Being able to leave her marriage Divorce being a dirty word Taking up running in her 50s Completing her first 1 mile run Pushing herself to go further Taking baby steps  Climbing with her son Climbing the Royal Arches route in 2017  Looking at El Cap and wondering if she could climb it Jugging in climbing - have her feet on the rocks but not her hands Needing to get specialist gear  Training and getting fit for the climb at 66 Going up and down El Cap in 1 day Feeling exhausted and getting back in the dark Celebrating her 70th Birthday climbing El Cap via the descent route  Planning a trip to Spain  Book: The Sharp End of Life: A Mother's Story. Documentary - Climbing into Life - out at the end of 2023 How to connect with Dierdre Final words of advice    Social Media Website: dierdrew.us  Instagram: @dierdre_wolownick_honnold  Book: The Sharp End of Life: A Mother's Story.   

In today's special episode, we'll showcase our recent visit to Jon Farling's "The Do More Podcast," highlighting my pivot from wholesaling to self-storage investing and how to find winning deals as a rookie. Tune in to discover the beauty of real estate and start building your entrepreneurship foundation.   KEY TAKEAWAYS The power of investing in yourself Powerful advice on making tough shifts in life and business Why you should build self-confidence as a real estate entrepreneur How to set up seller financing when acquiring self-storage facilities Insights on unplugging from work   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Carleton Sheets Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill | Kindle and Paperback Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki | Kindle and Paperback Instagram  Google Rich Dad's CASHFLOW Quadrant by Robert T. Kiyosaki | Kindle and Paperback Podium   TWEETABLES “Lean on others who have walked that path and are maybe a few steps ahead of you, and you can learn from them.” - Alex Pardo “Belief and confidence is a huge part even though we still have that little bit of doubt.” - Jon Farling   ABOUT JON FARLING Jon is from Ohio and has been an entrepreneur and a self-storage investor since 2019. He first started investing in real estate with rental homes for single families and later transitioned to his current niche and has been successful since his first acquisitions. His portfolio in self-storage investing has long been growing after doing it full-time. Jon also hosts The Do More podcast, which focuses on personal development in all areas while diving into entrepreneurship.   CONNECT WITH JON Podcast: The Do More Podcast | Apple Podcasts and Spotify   ASCEND Don't Wait To Enjoy Your Life, Tomorrow, Live It Today! How To Grow Your Business, Expand Your Impact, and Experience Your Perfect Life:  

Episode Show Notes / DescriptionMetro Electric can be found just north of Detroit, serving Romeo, MI, and beyond.  This contracting company has been growing rapidly. They generate more than $5MM in generators and $1MM in residential service; plus, they have a massive commercial division.  It takes plenty of good electricians to provide the exceptional service Metro Electric has become known for.  It's why they developed an in-house apprenticeship program that trains young people in a trade that will serve them for life.  It's just one of the many things Metro Electric does so very well.   In this interview with Metro Electric Vice President Kristina Perkins, she details the company's apprenticeship program. She also shares how they…·        Recruit young people and new construction electricians to Metro Electric.·        Carefully interview people to find the very best candidates.·        Utilize regular training to ensure their team delivers on every opportunity.·        Launched a residential club membership program to curb shoulder seasons.·        Created a strong company culture through consistent communication and fun!·        And so much more! Show NotesThe Successful Contractor Podcast is a part of the CertainPath family.  CertainPath builds successful home service businesses—and has for 25 years.  We do it by providing contractors with a proven path to success, professional coaching, software solutions, and a member community of 1,100+ strong. Doubling your sales, with a 20% net profit, and an inspiring company culture is ALL possible.  Let us show you the way.  With CertainPath, Success is Made Certain. Visit www.mycertainpath.com for more information.  FOLLOW CERTAINPATH:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CertainPathLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/certainpathInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/certainpath/ Thank you to our sponsors:Synchrony – Ever wonder how to calculate your true cost of financing and how to fit the price of financing into your business and pricing for products and services?  In Synchrony's new and improved Toolbox website you can easily calculate your Cost of Credit, view educational videos and learn more about Synchrony's digital tools.  Simply to go toolbox.syf.com to explore and learn more.   Angi. Angi is one of the largest home services marketplaces that connects qualified service professionals to project-ready homeowners. With over 25 years of experience and a network of more than 250,000 pros, we have helped more than 150 million people with their home needs. For service professionals, we are the source for everything from new customers and revenue streams, to reviews, payments and perks. With homeowners today investing more than ever, countless projects need a pro to take them on. We make the connection.  HD Supply. At HD Supply, our job is helping you do yours. We are uniquely positioned to help drive your business through unrivaled access to professional-grade Plumbing, Electrical and HVAC products and innovative business solutions such as our Stockwise Inventory Management program fully customizable to meet your needs and improve productivity. Our national network of distribution centers and more than 2200 store locations provide national reach with a local focus, providing unmatched convenience and product availability. We Power Pros to Do More.

In this episode, we learn about Meghan J. Ward, a writer based in Banff, Canada, who is passionate about outdoor adventure and travel. Meghan is a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society, and the author of Lights to Guide Me Home: A Journey Off the Beaten Track in Life, Love, Adventure, and Parenting.  Meghan has written several books, as well as produced content for films, anthologies, blogs and some of North America's top outdoor, fitness and adventure publications. Meghan shares her journey as a writer, her love of travel, and how she balances parenting with her passion for exploration.  Meghan also provides practical advice for new moms who want to continue travelling and going on adventures with their children. We also learn about her current project, a documentary film about early 20th-century mountain explorer Mary Schäffer Warren. Finally, Meghan shares some words of advice for women who want to spend more time travelling and going on adventures. *** New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday at 7am UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out.  You can support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast Thank you.   Show notes Who is Meghan Being based in Banff, Canada Having 2 daughters aged 4 and 10 Being a writer and releasing her first travel memoir  Her passion for travel and for being outside  Growing up in Ottawa, Canada Her love of travel and where it came from  Being inspired by National Geographic Magazines  Meeting her husband, Paul in the summer of 2005  Starting a writing career after university  Being encouraged to pursue writing  Her writing process while travelling  Book: Lights to Guide Me Home: A Journey Off the Beaten Track in Life, Love, Adventure, and Parenting Advice for new mums who have children and want to continue travelling and going on adventures Practical pieces of advice for travelling with children Travelling with children on planes Travelling in a way which is good for the environment Slower travel and making micro adjustments  Artists for Air - Brave travellers cleaning up carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.  Raising awareness for carbon removal and carbon offsets  Working on a documentary film about 20th-century mountain explorer, Mary Schäffer Warren  Going on a road trip through the Baltic Nations How to connect with Meghan Final words of advice for women who want to spend more time travelling and going on adventure.   Social Media Website: meghanjoyward.com Substack: meghanjward.substack.com Instagram: @meghanjward Twitter: @meghanjward Facebook: @meghanjoyward Book: Lights to Guide Me Home: A Journey Off the Beaten Track in Life, Love, Adventure, and Parenting Documentary - www.wildflowersfilm.ca  

Care Less, Do More. – E24 – Janelle Yip Janelle Yip has long been one of my favorite skiers to watch. A professional skier originally from Calgary, Alberta she grew up competing in slopestyle events through high school before her passion for skiing landed her in Revelstoke. Janelle gave herself [...] The post Care Less, Do More. – E24 – Janelle Yip appeared first on Out Of Collective.

Cancer therapies such as chemo and radiotherapy can be extremely aggressive but, for many patients and their clinicians, preserving quality of life is a major factor in choosing their treatment. Today, there are few in-depth diagnostic methods that can distinguish aggressive tumours - which require intense treatment - from mild tumours. DoMore Diagnostics is developing technology that analyses tumour tissue to help determine which patients will benefit from additional therapy. In this episode, we speak to CEO and co-Founder about his journey from consulting firm McKinsey to DoMore Diagnostics.

Have you ever wondered how on earth you are going to do ALL the things now that you are on your own as a parent? It seems the divorce has just added more to your plate so the only answer is to DO MORE? If so this is going to be a super helpful episode! Nervous System Expert, Certified Master Life Coach, Michelle Grosser, is here to break down what is actually happening and to show you what you really need to become a more Calm Mom. Michelle is host of The Calm Mom Podcast, and through somatic and neuroscience-based modalities, she coaches women through discovering what's beneath their triggers and emotions, so they can begin their healing journey and find peace in the present. She deeply believes that the most profound thing we can offer our children is our own healing. She and her husband, Jeff, have two daughters and live in Miami, Florida. Michelle's Contact Info: Instagram: @michellegrosser.coach Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodvillage Website: https://michellegrosser.com/ Personality Quiz: https://michellegrosser.com/quiz Have a topic you want to hear about? Please send me a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/CoParentingwithConfidence Get the full show notes and more information here: https://mikkigardner.com/podcast/ Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! © 2021 - 2023 Mikki Gardner Coaching

Arati Kumar-Rao is an exceptional National Geographic Explorer, independent environmental photographer, writer, and artist dedicated to documenting the slow violence of ecological degradation. With unwavering passion, she traverses the South Asian subcontinent, embarking on captivating journeys that span seasons and sometimes years. Through her profound storytelling, Arati chronicles the ever-changing landscapes, climate, and their profound impact on livelihoods and biodiversity in South Asia. Arati's profound impact is not confined to her lens or pen; she employs a multidimensional approach, utilising the power of photos, long form narratives, and art to communicate her insights. Recently, she unveiled her debut book, "Marginlands: Indian Landscapes On The Brink," a poignant exploration now available in bookstores across India and on Amazon. Currently, Arati is engaged in a significant undertaking as she explores forced human migration in India, supported by a prestigious National Geographic grant. Her remarkable body of work has garnered recognition and has been featured in esteemed publications such as The National Geographic Magazine, Emergence Magazine, The Hindu, #Dysturb, The Guardian, BBC Outside Source, Hindustan Times, Mint, and other reputable outlets. Additionally, her artistic endeavours have been exhibited both in India and internationally, leaving an indelible mark on the global stage. When not immersed in her assignments, Arati finds solace and inspiration in the Western Ghats and Bangalore, where she cherishes being a loving mother to three rescued cats. *** Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.  By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement. Thank you for your invaluable support! *** Show notes Who is Arati? Being based in Bangalore when not travelling  Her role as an environmental chronicler  Being a slow journalist or a slow storyteller The types of story she tells  Her passion for photography and art  The tools she uses to tell the story  Working in the corporate world and making the decision to leave her job (2013) and start telling environmental stories  Her early years growing up and spending time in nature  Being inspired by the National Geographic Magazine  Wanting to tell stories of the land by walking  Making the transition from the corporate world to following her passion for storytelling  The practical steps involved 2 pivotal moments in her life Studying for a Masters in Physical and working in a lab and deciding it wasn't the right job for her Having to choose between the Arts and the Sciences Moving back to India and working with Intel doing Market Research Falling ill with Typhoid in her 30s and starting to reflect on her life and thinking about what she really wanted to do Needing to make new connections and build new networks  Slowly starting to find her way and the power of social media to publish stories Slow story telling verses the speed of the internet Needing to upskill in photography, writing and art Taking out personal loads and writing for grants Getting the grant from National Geographic to study forced Human Migration across India due to environmental degradation  Doing a transect walk from the most easterly point of India to the most Westerly point.  Planning and starting a story - what that looks like  Following the threads and seeing where it leads Knowing when you are on the right path? Not finding any path to be wrong - there is always something to learn Taking a pause to reflect on the information that's been gathered  Dealing with dead ends and moving on Her first time in Bangladesh  New book: Marginlands: Indian Landscapes on the Brink  The speed and impact of climate change  Why it's important to listen to the local geography's Sounds in storytelling - Soundscapes Recording a sound signature throughout the journey  Paul Salopek's - Out of Eden Walk Art as part of the storytelling Wanting to train herself to pay attention to detail  How to connect with Arati on the social media platforms  Final words of advice for other women to follow their passions  Why it's important for women to speak up The stories that are in your backyard “Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it.” ~ Mary Oliver.   Social Media Website: www.aratikumarrao.com Instagram: @aratikumarrao  Twitter: @aratikumarrao   Facebook: @aratikumarrao   Book: Marginlands: Indian Landscapes on the Brink  

Charlotte Garner is a 58-year-old runner and cyclist, living in France, who only took up sports ten years ago, aged 48. She advocates for the physical and mental benefits of sports for women in their 50s.  In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, she shares her journey of getting involved in sports and how it has transformed her life. Charlotte grew up in Wales but has lived in France all her life, working as a freelance translator and raising her two daughters. It wasn't until her early 40s that she started to become interested in sports.  After a divorce, Charlotte moved to Leon and got into running, completing her first 5km and 10km race. She felt a sense of achievement after completing the distance and proud to be part of a community of runners.  Joining a running club changed her running for the better, and having a coach and following a training plan helped her structure her running routine. Charlotte has since completed seven marathons and two ultra marathons, enjoying the challenge of pushing herself further. Charlotte's journey is an inspiration for women who may have thought it was too late to start being active. It is never too late to start, and the physical and mental benefits are well worth it. *** Stay updated with the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast by hitting the subscribe button. Don't miss out on inspiring stories of adventurous and resilient women. You can also make a difference by supporting the mission to increase the representation of female role models in the media especially in relation to adventure and physical challenges. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to contribute and help create a more inclusive world. Thank you for your support! *** Show notes Who is Charlotte 58 years old Growing up in Wales Living in France all her life Working as a freelance translator Mother to two daughters Getting interested in sports in her early 40s Why 50 is a great age to get involved in sports Her early years growing up in Wales Not liking sports at school and being bullied Making the decision to move to France at 25 Studying French and Spanish at University  Becoming qualified to Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Marrying a French man and having 2 daughters Getting move active in her late 40s Going through a divorce Moving to Leon Getting into running and doing her first 5km and 10km race Feeling a sense of achievement after completing the distance Feeling proud to be a part of a community of runners Joining a running club and how it changed her running for the better Having a running coach and following a training plan Liking a structure and enjoying following a plan Running 7 marathons and doing 2 ultra marathons Enjoying the challenge of pushing herself further  Running 70/80km per week in training  Peri-menopause and menopause and the impact on running Not sleeping properly and going on HRT tablets The mental side of running longer distances The power of gratitude Turning 50 and not looking forward to it Getting fitter and feeling younger Bike touring around New Zealand for 3 months Starting cycle touring in Switzerland and her love of travelling this way Wanting to get more long term adventure in her life Figuring out how to do that as a freelance translator Working and travelling while on the road Heading to New Zealand in December 2022 Having to be disciplined while on the road Advice for other women who want to go cycle touring Find a bike that fits you and suits you Start small with a weekend trip and build it up from there Learning to be happy with your own company Using an old folding bike to get around the city  Buying an Avanti bike in New Zealand The challenges of selling the bike at the end Trade Me  Words of advice for women in their 50s who want to get more physically active Connecting with other like minded people  Join a running club or another inclusive group. e.g. Adventure Queens   Social Media None