Podcasts about flourishes

It's Indicators of the Week! Our weekly look at interesting numbers from the news. On today's show, we have Southwest Airlines changing course on their free checked bag policy, skyrocketing fraud, and Americans' insatiable appetite for avocados. Related episodes:More fraud, higher bond yields, and faster airline boardingFor sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org.Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Illegal tobacco is fueling Australia’s growing "tobacco wars," with Victoria at the centre of the crisis. Police estimate 1,000 of the state’s 1,300 tobacco stores sell illicit cigarettes, driven by skyrocketing legal prices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Society Flourishes Through Christ-Centred Relationships

How does a church flourish in God's love?  Three particular pursuits are highlighted in 1 Timothy 1:5-11 that make all the difference. 

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark recaps his trip to Jefferson City and Columbia. He discusses the brainwashing that is occurring on college campuses and plays some audio straight from a class at Mizzou that backs that narrative. Mark is then joined by Charles Lipson, a Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago that writes regularly for The Spectator Magazine, Real Clear Politics, and others. He discusses the work at Elon Musk and DOGE are doing right now to expose unnecessary government spending and more. He is later joined by Dennis Kneale, a former FOX Business and CNBC Anchor and the current Host of the "What's Bugging Me" podcast. They discuss his new book titled, "The Leadership Genius of Elon Musk" and more. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day, and more. Mark is then joined by Paul Mauro, a Fox News Contributor, a Retired NYPD Inspector, attorney, and the founder of the OpsDesk.org. They discuss Elon Musk's work with DOGE to expose how the government is spending taxpayers money and more. Mark and Sue later discuss a recent story that explains how a high school student used AI to graduate from high school without knowing how to read. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Scott Jennings, a 97.1 Political Insider and CNN Political Contributor. They discuss the work that DOGE is doing as well as the outrage that Elon Musk is causing from Democrats, Trump's cabinet continuing to get confirmed, and more. Mark is then joined by Neil Gellman with the Gellman Team to discuss the local market for home buyers and sellers. They wrap up the show with the audio cut of the day.

I'm thrilled to be joined by the brilliant Dr. Warren Kinghorn, a renowned psychiatrist and theologian from Duke University.   In this must-listen episode, Dr. Kinghorn bridges the gap between faith and mental health. We dive into a universal struggle we all face but rarely discuss and explore how the church can better support our emotional well-being.  Timestamps: (1:07) - The Core Elements of a Flourishing Life (4:59) - Common Obstacles That Keep Us from Truly Flourishing (11:44) - That One Mental or Emotional Burden We All Carry but Rarely Talk About (16:56) - The Biggest Blind Spot Churches Have in Supporting Mental Health (19:43) - Signs It's Time to Get Professional Help (23:36) - Warren's Top Recommendations    Warren's Recommendations A song Warren is loving is from the album Sanctuary Songs - Centering Prayer. The key theme is being where your feet are. The capacity to just be. He's trying to step into that.    The TV show Warren is watching right now is Ted Lasso. It's been so much fun to watch it. The complexity of the characters and the focus to know how to love people for who they are really is encouraging.   One book that Warren describes as rich is Christ on the Psych Ward by David Finnegan-Hosey. It's a beautiful book about his own experience.    Another faith and mental health book Warren recommends is Dust in the Blood by Jessica Coblenz. She writes about how we can draw from Biblical examples of being in the wilderness.    Watch Alli on YouTube   I hope you loved this episode!

In this episode of INVEST IN HER, host Catherine Gray sits down with Jenna Grabow and Anna Lundmark, the dynamic future sisters-in-law and co-founders of Beauty By Jenna. Jenna, a 27-year-old entrepreneur with Autism, overcame incredible odds to graduate from The Paul Mitchell School of Beauty in 2023. With Anna's support and background working with individuals on the spectrum, they founded Beauty By Jenna in January 2024 to provide meaningful employment opportunities for adults with special needs. Together, they are revolutionizing the beauty industry with their USDA-certified organic products while advocating for inclusivity and change. Catherine delves into Jenna and Anna's journey of perseverance, innovation, and community impact. They share how their family's passion and determination led to the creation of Beauty By Jenna, a company with customers across 41 states and a growing social media presence with over 3 million views. Learn how they navigated challenges to establish a brand that not only offers clean, USA-made beauty products but also creates job opportunities for adults with disabilities. From their heartwarming origin story to their ambitious plans for expansion, this episode highlights the power of purpose-driven entrepreneurship and the beauty of inclusivity. Links and Resources: Beauty By Jenna Website YouTube Instagram www.sheangelinvestors.com    Follow Us On Social Facebook @sheangelinvestors Twitter (X) @sheangelsinvest Instagram @sheangelinvestors & @catherinegray_investinher LinkedIn @catherinelgray & @sheangels  

"Abide and Bear Fruit: Living a Faith that Flourishes (John 15:1-8)"Description: Start 2025 by diving into Jesus' powerful teaching in John 15:1-8: “I am the Vine, you are the branches.” In this sermon, we explore the life-giving connection between abiding in Christ and bearing spiritual fruit. Learn how God's pruning prepares us for growth, why abiding in Christ is essential, and how a practice-based faith can transform your life and community.Key takeaways include:What pruning means for your spiritual growth and how it brings freedom.Establishing daily and communal practices to stay connected to Christ.How bearing fruit glorifies God and impacts the world around you.Be inspired to remain rooted in Jesus and live out His mission with purpose and vitality.

Are you striving for the elusive “work-life balance” and finding it's not quite working?In this episode of Leadership Biz Cafe, I welcome back my friend, and fellow leadership expert (and Canadian) Dan Pontefract to discuss his book, “Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team That Flourishes“, where he argues work-life balance is a misleading and at times harmful concept.As Dan puts it, work and life aren't opposing forces, but distinct entities that interact and influence one another.Over the course of our conversation, Dan and I discuss:Why the concept of work-life balance is flawed.The four work-life personas of his “Work-Life Bloom” model.The importance of trust, belonging, and feeling valued at work to employees thriving at work.Why agency is crucial to empowering employees.Tune in to learn more about Dan's Work-Life Bloom model with its four different personas that shape our work and life selves, and why we need to let go of trying to find that work-life balance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s tempting to think that human trafficking is a problem in a far-away land. Unfortunately, it’s much closer. Like in our back yard closer. On this episode, host Robert J. Marks speaks with Charlie Crockett, head educational trainer with Unbound Now, an organization that works to combat human trafficking through education, training, victim services, and partnerships with law enforcement. The Read More › Source

  In this powerful episode of The School of Intention Podcast, I dive into how to make your home a sanctuary for love, joy, and high-frequency energy. I share the profound impact of living in a state of love, inspired by Dr. David Hawkins' research, which reveals how one person living in love can elevate 700,000 others globally. There are many transformative Feng Shui tips in this episide, from clearing clutter and negative energy to creatively activating your space for personal growth. Whether you're refreshing a room or clearing out emotional residue, this episode will help you build a home that uplifts and supports you, spreading love to everyone who enters. The FREE Love Feng Shui Class is HERE: https://www.fengshuimagical.com/love-camp-is-coming-to-change-your-life And you can join us HERE in The Love Camp: https://www.fengshuimagical.com/love-love-love  

We risk losing the next generation if we are not intentional with our families. How can we create an environment where both young and old are heard and godly principles are preserved? Speaker: Tim Elmore Series: Against The Tide Scripture Reading: Deuteronomy 6:4-7 Watch The Full Message here: https://go.ccf.org.ph/09222024Eng

For most American Christians—persecution is the exception and not the rule— so Jesus' words are a reality check. They are a reminder that this world is not our home.  And that, perhaps, we should be less focused on maintaining our rights and privileges, and more focused on praying for those around us who are enduring

Pastor Jeremy Burroughs shares a message with Catalyst Church on Sunday, August 18th, 2024. Connection Card: https://yourcatalystchurch.churchcenter.com/people/forms/112015 Give to Catalyst Church: https://yourcatalystchurch.churchcenter.com/giving  

Peace doesn't just happen; Kingdom citizens are called to make peace. Our focus is not on having a peaceful personality but on the action of peacemaking. The blessed ones are the children of God who reflect the peace of their heavenly Father. (Matthew 5:9)

Sincerity with God and others... Cleansing, not of our own deeds, but through the blood of Christ... Transformation, as we cooperate with His plan and purpose for us.  These are the keys to the blessed pure heart that will allow us to one day fully see God. (Matthew 5:8)

True mercy, received by the merciful, does not happen by chance or accident.  It is a certainty; a spiritual principle of The Kingdom of Christ, established by the one true God.  But, if we're honest, we sometimes struggle with extending mercy. (Matthew 5:7)

Guest speaker Matt Shively shares an inspiring personal perspective on hungering & thirsting for spiritual truth while overcoming the difficulties this life often brings. (Matthew 5:6)

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Kingdom citizens are called to be faithful and reliable, to live with strength under control, and in full acceptance of our LORD and His plans and purposes.  As we do, we will experience true blessedness... the divine joy and spiritual reality of our inheritance in God's Kingdom. (Matthew 5:5)

Who wants to mourn?  I don't want to mourn; I want to be happy.  Strangely, Jesus says these two emotions are related.  How can that make sense?  In order to respond to what Jesus means here, we need to understand three truths about mourning. (Matthew 5:4)

A Chinese report shows that coral reefs and marine life are flourishing around the Huangyan Dao area in the South China Sea (01:09). Intelligence chiefs from Egypt, the U.S., and Israel are meeting in Doha to discuss a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict (16:48). And despite U.S. sanctions, tourists are returning to Venezuela in large numbers, boosting the battered South American economy (19:48).

Jesus teaches that, when it comes to the spiritual realm, the kingdom life -- it is better to have less than more.  In the economy of the Kingdom of Heaven... less is more. To those of us who have lived most of our lives in prosperity, this is strange math; and it was pretty strange

Today on Wedding Secrets Unveiled!, Sara sits down with Jane Rollins of Scribe Calligraphy! With over 35 years of experience as a Rhode Island-based calligrapher, Jane is here to share her expert insights. She discusses how personalized elements, like custom colors, individual menus, and hand-lettered seaglass place cards for each guest, can significantly enhance your wedding's aesthetic. If you can dream it, she can personalize it! Please rate, review and subscribe to this podcast wherever you're listening so you never miss an episode. Even better share it with a friend! It's a great way to show your support and let us know what you think. Thank you for listening. To get the full show notes head to https://sarazarrella.com/2024/07/adding-a-personal-flourish-to-your-wedding-calligraphy/ For more information check out our website at www.sarazarrella.com/podcast Join our Monthly Newsletter for tips, tricks and Freebies! https://sarazarrella.com/newsletter Would love to be friends on the gram at https://www.instagram.com/sarazarrellaphotography/

①Rare Italian painter's portrait of Chinese emperor on public display②Olympic fever sparks revenue surge in Zhejiang ahead of Paris Games③Camping culture flourishes in China's northern meadows④A Thousand Whys: A Rendezvous of Elegance

When evildoers prosper, what Biblical petitions can we pray?

Fluent Fiction - French: Montmartre Café: Where Art Meets Coffee and Community Flourishes Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/montmartre-cafe-where-art-meets-coffee-and-community-flourishes Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil était doux ce matin-là à Montmartre.En: The sun was gentle that morning in Montmartre.Fr: Claire et Julien travaillaient dans un café charmant, connu pour son ambiance artistique.En: Claire and Julien worked in a charming café, known for its artistic ambiance.Fr: Les murs étaient décorés de tableaux colorés.En: The walls were decorated with colorful paintings.Fr: La lumière entrait par les grandes fenêtres.En: Light streamed in through the large windows.Fr: Sur chaque table, il y avait une petite plante verte.En: On each table, there was a small green plant.Fr: Claire était barista.En: Claire was a barista.Fr: Elle préparait des cappuccinos et des expressos avec un sourire.En: She prepared cappuccinos and espressos with a smile.Fr: Julien était serveur.En: Julien was a waiter.Fr: Il apportait les boissons aux clients, souvent des artistes et des écrivains.En: He brought the drinks to the customers, often artists and writers.Fr: Chaque jour, il y avait de la musique douce en arrière-plan.En: Every day, there was soft music playing in the background.Fr: Un jour, un artiste entra dans le café.En: One day, an artist entered the café.Fr: Il s'appelait Émile.En: His name was Émile.Fr: Il portait un chapeau rouge et un long manteau noir.En: He wore a red hat and a long black coat.Fr: Il s'assit à une table près de la fenêtre.En: He sat at a table near the window.Fr: Claire lui demanda: "Que désirez-vous boire?"En: Claire asked him: "What would you like to drink?"Fr: Émile répondit: "Un café noir, s'il vous plaît."En: Émile replied, "A black coffee, please."Fr: Pendant qu'Émile buvait son café, il sortit un carnet de croquis.En: While Émile drank his coffee, he took out a sketchbook.Fr: Il commença à dessiner la scène du café.En: He began to draw the café scene.Fr: Claire le remarqua et se rapprocha.En: Claire noticed and approached him.Fr: "C'est très beau, votre dessin," dit-elle.En: "Your drawing is very beautiful," she said.Fr: Émile sourit et lui montra le carnet.En: Émile smiled and showed her the sketchbook.Fr: Il y avait des dessins de Paris, des rues, des ponts, et des visages.En: It was filled with drawings of Paris, streets, bridges, and faces.Fr: Julien s'approcha à son tour et dit : "Vous êtes un artiste talentueux.En: Julien also came over and said, "You're a talented artist.Fr: Pourquoi ne pas exposer vos œuvres ici, dans notre café ?"En: Why not exhibit your works here, in our café?"Fr: Émile réfléchit un moment.En: Émile thought for a moment.Fr: "Bonne idée," dit-il finalement.En: "Good idea," he finally said.Fr: Ils décidèrent d'organiser une exposition pour le week-end suivant.En: They decided to organize an exhibition for the following weekend.Fr: Le jour de l'exposition, le café était rempli.En: On the day of the exhibition, the café was packed.Fr: Les clients admiraient les œuvres d'Émile.En: Customers admired Émile's works.Fr: Claire servait des boissons et Julien servait des pâtisseries.En: Claire served drinks and Julien served pastries.Fr: Tout le monde parlait et riait.En: Everyone was talking and laughing.Fr: Enfin, Émile prit la parole.En: Finally, Émile spoke.Fr: "Merci à tous.En: "Thank you all.Fr: Merci Claire et Julien pour votre soutien."En: Thank you, Claire and Julien, for your support."Fr: Claire et Julien étaient heureux.En: Claire and Julien were happy.Fr: Ils avaient créé un lieu où l'art et le café se rejoignaient.En: They had created a place where art and coffee came together.Fr: Le café devint célèbre.En: The café became famous.Fr: Les artistes venaient exposer leurs œuvres, les écrivains lisaient leurs poèmes.En: Artists came to exhibit their works, and writers read their poems.Fr: Claire et Julien continuaient à travailler ensemble, rendant ce lieu encore plus chaleureux.En: Claire and Julien continued to work together, making the place even more welcoming.Fr: L'histoire de Claire et Julien au café de Montmartre montre comment un endroit simple peut devenir un centre d'art et de bonheur.En: The story of Claire and Julien at the Montmartre café shows how a simple place can become a center of art and happiness.Fr: Fin.En: The end. Vocabulary Words:gentle: douxcharming: charmantartistic: artistiquedecorated: décorésstreamed: entraitprepare: préparaitsoft: doucebackground: arrière-plansketchbook: carnet de croquisscene: scènedrawing: dessinbeautiful: beautalented: talentueuxexhibit: exposerworks: œuvresexhibition: expositionpacked: rempliadmired: admiraientspoke: prit la parolesupport: soutiencreated: créécame together: se rejoignaientfamous: célèbreexhibit their works: exposer leurs œuvrespoems: poèmescontinued: continuaientplace: lieuwelcoming: chaleureuxcenter: centrehappiness: bonheur

We have a real treat for listeners today! Jen and Sandi are joined by award-winning author Dan Pontefract to talk about his new book Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team that Flourishes! From his website: "Dan is a renowned keynote speaker who has presented at four TED events and delivers approximately 50 keynotes annually. He is an adjunct professor at the University of Victoria's Gustavson School of Business and has received over 25 industry, individual, and book awards." Listen along as Dan, Sandi, and Jen cover topics such as: The origin of Work-Life Bloom Personas in Work/Life Balance "Soil" vs "Water" tests in the workplace Workplace Vulnerability and Gen Z You can connect with Dan on his website donpontefract.com, and you can check out the book's page at worklifebloom.com Dan's Assessment: worklifebloom.com/work-life-assessment Connect with Dan on LinkedIn! Thank you so much for listening! Make sure to check out the video cast under the "Videos" tab! Connect with Jen on LinkedIn and visit her website Own Up!® Connect with Sandi on LinkedIn and visit her website Satori Consulting, Inc! Have a comment, question, or topic for Sandi and Jen? Leave us a comment on LinkedIn!

The last episode with Ashley from Festoons & Flourishes, we discuss the different styles of wedding planners. I thought it would be a perfect time to talk about the different types of wedding planning services that are available.    In today's episode, I'm going to share with you one of the lessons from my Wedding Planning Blueprint Course, which is available for all Planning Collective Members.   I discuss what a wedding planner really does, the most common services planners offer, and the big difference between an outside wedding planner, and a venue coordinator.   Take a listen, and let me know what you think!  Grab your Don't Forget List here! Get more details on the Planning Collective Membership at PlanningCollective.com/Membership --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/planning-collective/support

I'm so excited to share today's interview with the fabulous Ashley Lynch of Festoons & Flourishes! Ashley is a fellow metro-Detroit based wedding planner, who specializes in luxury weddings. I had so much fun chatting with Ashley, not only because we speak the same wedding planner language, but because there are just as many similarities in our jobs or rolls as their are differences. During out chat, we talk about: - The myth of Day Of Coordination - The different kinds and styles of wedding planners - Wedding planners vs. wedding designers - The phrase “luxury wedding” and what it really means - And how planning a luxury wedding is different that the average wedding - Different ways wedding planners structure their pricing - The process of creating a wedding design and phase based wedding planning - We talk about our favorite moments of a wedding day - The different elements of a wedding - Her take on wedding trends- And finally, Ashley shares her top tips to making sure you enjoy your wedding day! This conversation was long overdue, and I'm proud to be sharing some behind the scenes thoughts with veteran wedding planners. You can find more info on Ashley here https://festoonsandflourishes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/festoonsandflourishes/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/planning-collective/support

The second off season report brings Noah and Issam together to talk about the latest state of cyclocross riders on the road. Of course there is no way to avoid talking about the bad crash of Wout van Aert during Dwars door Vlaanderen. They talk about the crash, season planning and Van der Poel. Then the attention goes to the womens peloton where Pieterse is doing very well, but they question the seasonal planning.

Misinformation on social media—some of it seeded by groups that are anti-reproductive rights—is leading women away from using birth control. Lauren Weber, health and science accountability reporter at The Washington Post, explains how it is affecting women's choices and access to reproductive care.

March 6, 2024, dazzles with style and sweetness on Destination Celebration. Join hosts Marlo Anderson and Latoya Johnson as we celebrate the elegance of fashion on National Dress Day, exploring the evolution of attire and its impact on self-expression. Then, indulge your taste buds in the classic delight of Oreo cookies, savoring their iconic flavor and dunkable appeal on National Oreo Cookie Day. Tune in for a day of haute couture and delicious treats, only on Destination Celebration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Lunar New Year Love Story, the new graphic novel written by Gene Luen Yang and illustrated by Leuyen Pham, follows a teenage girl who believes she's been stuck with a generational curse for heartbreak. But during the festivity's traditional lion dance, a chance encounter gives her hope she can rewrite her fate — if she's willing to take a chance. In today's episode, Yang and Pham speak with Here & Now's Robin Young about writing romance for young readers, and what they say are the three essential elements to a good kiss. To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookoftheday Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Adam Auslund talks about the Clippers lack of moves at the trade deadline and the Kobe Bryant statue ceremony. The Dodgers have spent a lot of money, but they spend it wisely. Fred's idea of refunds to fans comes true.

In today's podcast, I had an engaging conversation with Dan Pontefract, a renowned leadership strategist, about the nuanced aspects of work-life balance and productivity. Dan brings a fresh perspective to these topics, challenging the conventional understanding of work-life balance with insightful reflections from his book "Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team that Flourishes."Throughout our discussion, Dan emphasized the dynamic nature of balancing work and life, debunking the myth of a perfect equilibrium. He shared his poetic inspiration for the book and delved into how work-life balance intertwines with personal and professional growth, employee engagement, and authenticity in the workplace.Key Discussion Points Dan's poetic approach in "Work-Life Bloom" and the meaning behind it. Challenging the traditional concept of work-life balance and its limitations. The revelation that "time management" is less about quantity and more about quality. The six life factors contributing to personal and professional fulfillment. The importance of authenticity and systemic issues in the workplace. Rethinking work-life balance strategies in light of increasing work-related stress. The need for sustainable workplace wellness practices and self-management. My conversation with Dan Pontefract was a deep dive into reimagining work-life balance. His insights provide a valuable framework for anyone looking to manage their professional and personal lives more effectively. By focusing on sustainable practices and self-management, we can create a healthier, more fulfilling work environment.Links Worth Exploring Connect with Dan: Website | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Get The Book: Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team that Flourishes Dan's Body of Work: Check it Out on Amazon Related Conversation: Episode 236: Achieving Work-Life Balance with Clayton Morris Related Blog Post: Beyond Work-Life Balance: The Pursuit of Wholeness in a Fragmented World Thanks to all of the sponsors of this episode. You can find all of the sponsors you heard me mention on this episode on our Podcast Sponsors page.Want to support the podcast? Beyond checking out our sponsors, you can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. You can subscribe on Spotify and also on Apple Podcasts. Not using either of those to get your podcasts? Just click on this link and then paste the podcast feed into your podcast app of choice.Thanks again for listening to A Productive Conversation. See you later.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's podcast, I had an engaging conversation with Dan Pontefract, a renowned leadership strategist, about the nuanced aspects of work-life balance and productivity. Dan brings a fresh perspective to these topics, challenging the conventional understanding of work-life balance with insightful reflections from his book "Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team that Flourishes." Throughout our discussion, Dan emphasized the dynamic nature of balancing work and life, debunking the myth of a perfect equilibrium. He shared his poetic inspiration for the book and delved into how work-life balance intertwines with personal and professional growth, employee engagement, and authenticity in the workplace. Key Discussion Points Dan's poetic approach in "Work-Life Bloom" and the meaning behind it. Challenging the traditional concept of work-life balance and its limitations. The revelation that "time management" is less about quantity and more about quality. The six life factors contributing to personal and professional fulfillment. The importance of authenticity and systemic issues in the workplace. Rethinking work-life balance strategies in light of increasing work-related stress. The need for sustainable workplace wellness practices and self-management. My conversation with Dan Pontefract was a deep dive into reimagining work-life balance. His insights provide a valuable framework for anyone looking to manage their professional and personal lives more effectively. By focusing on sustainable practices and self-management, we can create a healthier, more fulfilling work environment. Links Worth Exploring Connect with Dan: Website | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Get The Book: Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team that Flourishes Dan's Body of Work: Check it Out on Amazon Related Conversation: Episode 236: Achieving Work-Life Balance with Clayton Morris Related Blog Post: Beyond Work-Life Balance: The Pursuit of Wholeness in a Fragmented World Thanks to all of the sponsors of this episode. You can find all of the sponsors you heard me mention on this episode on our Podcast Sponsors page. Want to support the podcast? Beyond checking out our sponsors, you can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. You can subscribe on Spotify and also on Apple Podcasts. Not using either of those to get your podcasts? Just click on this link and then paste the podcast feed into your podcast app of choice. Thanks again for listening to A Productive Conversation. See you later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Moving from internal thought leadership to being a solo act means having to take on a lot of new roles. Marketing, research, and publishing all fall on your shoulders now. Are you prepared? Today our guest is Dan Pontefract, who, after a long prosperous career at companies like Telus, struck out on his own as a leadership strategist, change expert, keynote speaker, and award-winning author.  His fifth book Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team that Flourishes will be released in November of 2023. Dan shares his journey from working at Telus as Chief Learning Officer, using the company as a lab with the ability to real-time test ideas to teaching the models he helped create internally, to external companies guiding others through leadership development and culture change. As an author much has changed over the ten years since his first book was published.  Dan shares his experience both with untrustworthy and fantastic partners in publishing.  In addition, he explains why you should be ready to market the book yourself, the big differences between self, hybrid, and traditional publishing! If you are just getting started or about to break out from corporate thought leadership, Dan provides valuable advice for thought leaders at any stage!  Three Key Takeaways: ·         When doing market research look at others in your sphere at your level.  Then look at those above you and determine what sets them apart. What can you learn from what they are doing? ·         Be continually and continuously adding to your body of work. ·         Thought leadership can take a product that might not land you a meeting, and open the door to a more interesting conversation.

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Work-life balance. Employee engagement. Bring your best, most authentic selves to work. Dan Pontefract believes these are myths. He joins Kevin to redefine the relationship between work and life. Employees possess one of four work-life personas (blooming, budding, stunted, or renewal) and it's a leader's responsibility to understand which persona their team members possess. He also highlights the six work factors and six life factors that leaders should consider creating a supportive environment for their team members. Listen for... 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:21 Introduction to the guest, Dan Pontefract 00:05:28:22The myth of work-life balance and the need to demarcate work and life 00:06:58 Defining demarcate and the importance of separating work and life 00:08:03 The connection between work-life bloom and leadership 00:09:00 Employee engagement as a flawed concept 00:09:53 The impact of work on our lives and the importance of seasons 00:10:36 How our lives shape our work and vice versa 00:11:19 Impact of personal situations on work performance 00:12:27 Importance of acknowledging and supporting employees' personal situations 00:13:13 Negative effects of ignoring employees' personal situations 00:13:47 Blooming as a metaphor for work-life integration 00:15:01 Blooming as a positive persona when work and life are going well 00:16:06 Other personas: budding, stunted, and renewal 00:19:20 Introduction to the book "Work Life Bloom" 00:19:42 Six work factors: trust, belonging, value, purpose, strategy, norms 00:21:07 Belonging as a key work factor 00:21:55 Belonging leads to engagement 00:23:02 Three elements of belonging: understanding, representation, and safety 00:23:57 Six life factors: meaning, relationships, well-being, skills, agency, respect 00:25:09 Difference between meaning (work) and purpose (life) 00:26:02 Integrating work purpose and life meaning 00:27:05 Open dialogue between leader and team member 00:28:51 Importance of acknowledging and addressing individual differences 00:29:13 Leaders hesitant to ask questions without answers 00:30:11 Importance of vulnerability and continuous learning for leaders 00:31:17 Shifting focus from engagement to how people feel at work and in life 00:32:14 Having honest conversations about work and life 00:33:05 Importance of empathy and being human as leaders 00:34:24 Dan's hobbies: cycling and spending time with family 00:34:59 Book recommendation: "10X Easier Than 2X" by Dan Sullivan 00:38:42 Closing remarks and gratitude from Kevin. Meet Dan Name: Dan Ponefract  Dan's Story:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/danpontefract/ This episode is brought to you by... The Long-Distance Team. Remote leadership experts, Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel, help leaders navigate the new world of remote and hybrid teams to design the culture they desire for their teams and organizations in their new book! Book Recommendations Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team that Flourishes by Dan Pontefract  10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less by Dan Sullivan, Dr. Benjamin Hardy Related Episodes Culture and Values with Joe Tye Creating Loyalist Teams with Linda Adams & Rebecca Teasdale Culture is the Way with Matt Mayberry Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group   Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we'd be thrilled if you'd let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes    Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! Use promo code: RLP  

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