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Gopuff's Daniel Folkman joins The Current Podcast to explore the company's philosophy, what differentiates Gopuff's retail media network and how the platform's unique proposition could help it capture incremental retail media dollars.

Send us a textIn this episode of the Permission to Love Podcast, we continue the Resilient by Design series, focusing on three essential cognitive tools to help you build resilience, reframe stress, and create a healthier relationship with yourself. Stress can often feel overwhelming, but in this episode we look at the research-backed strategies that demonstrate how reframing stress and shifting our mindset can unlock personal growth and empowerment.You will learn how to:Use the ABC model (Activating Event, Belief, Consequence) to identify and transform stress triggers.Develop a growth mindset through small, achievable goals and consistent celebration of progress.Rewire outdated schemas and limiting beliefs with positive self-talk to build confidence and resilience.This episode is packed with actionable insights, stories, and research-based techniques to help you stop surviving and start thriving.Key Takeaways:Reframing Stress:Stress is not inherently bad; how we interpret it determines its impact.Research by Lazarus and Folkman shows that appraising stress as a challenge (rather than a threat) leads to motivation and empowerment.The ABC model: Identify the Activating Event, the Belief about the event, and the Consequence. Shift the belief to change the outcome.The Growth Mindset:A fixed mindset limits potential, while a growth mindset encourages adaptability and learning.Incremental goals and small wins build momentum.Celebrating progress rewires the brain for optimism and resilience.Positive Self-Talk:Inner dialogue shapes how we view ourselves and the world.Negative schemas, rooted in past experiences, can trap us in outdated narratives.Neuroscience shows positive self-talk strengthens neural pathways linked to optimism and resilience.Actionable Challenge:Pick one cognitive tool—reframing stress, developing a growth mindset, or practicing positive self-talk—and commit to using it this week.Chapters:00:00 Introduction: Stress, anxiety, and avoidance02:45 The power of reframing stress04:19 The ABC model: Understanding activating events, beliefs, and consequences07:11 Developing a growth mindset: Tips and tools08:57 The importance of reframing stress and embracing challenges10:44 Setting incremental goals and celebrating small wins13:55 The impact of self-celebration on resilience16:03 Rewriting inner narratives through seI am grateful you are here,JerrySetup Your FREE Coaching Call:Schedule Call1:1 Transformational Coaching:Learn More Here!How is your relationship with yourself going?Get your free-self assessment guidePick up your copy of my book:Returning: Meditations and Reflections on Self-Love and HealingWatch On YoutubeWebsite:www.jerryhenderson.orgGet Your Free Weekly Healing Tips!Instagram: @jerryahendersonLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/jerryahenderson Disclaimer

Details This holiday, we encourage you to find stability and joy in the customs that have persisted for generations. Though the world may sometimes feel uncertain, the enduring spirit of the holidays can provide comfort, connection, and hope. Connect with Joe Folkman LinkedIn Twitter Webinar Zenger Folkman hosts an exclusive live webinar every month, where … Continued The post Zenger Folkman Holiday Message 2024 first appeared on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

Nachum Segal presents Harry Rothenberg's parsha vlog, the Weekly Update with Malcolm Hoenlein, Rabbi Benjamin Yudin to discuss the Torah portion of the week and an interview with Joey Folkman of Mojo's Restaurant in Teaneck, NJ.

Retail media is evolving rapidly. How do you see the future of retail media, and what role do you envision Gopuff playing in shaping that landscape? Gopuff continues to innovate in retail media, what opportunities do you see for brands to engage with consumers in new and meaningful ways through your platform? Can you walk us through the key features of the new Gopuff Ads Platform and how it enhances the ad experience for both customers and advertisers? What do you believe is the most important quality for a leader to have in today's fast-paced business environment? What are you most excited about in the near future, whether in your professional journey or the industry as a whole?  

This week, hosts Elizabeth and Kathy speak with two guests: Spencer Daniszewski, president of College Democrats of Boston College, and Ethan Folkman, president of Boston College Republicans.  College Democrats of Boston College is a student-run, political organization focused on sharing Democratic values with the BC community. Most recently, the group has advocated for the Harris-Walz campaign, encouraging students to register to vote and hosting an on-campus watch party for the recent debate. Boston College Republicans is a student-run political organization on campus representing the Republican Party in the BC community. The group has recently shown their support for the Trump-Vance campaign, also hosting a watch-party for the presidential debate. In the past, members of the group have supported the Republican Party off campus as well, including traveling to the Republican National Convention in July. Tune in to hear how Spencer and Ethan plan to lead their respective organizations this election season, their thoughts on how the election will impact BC students, and their advice on how to stay informed and engaged in politics on campus. Check back in next week for new episodes!

Welcome back to THE IAS COMPANION. Follow us on YouTube at ⁠www.youtube.com/@IASCompanion⁠. Today, we will explore two fundamental concepts in psychology: stress and motivation. Stress represents the adaptive demands placed on individuals by their environment, and it arises when challenges seem beyond one's coping abilities. We will discuss its characteristics, types, and approaches to studying stress, including Hans Selye's General Adaptation Syndrome and Lazarus and Folkman's cognitive appraisal approach. Additionally, we will delve into motivation, the driving force behind goal-directed behavior. We'll examine different types of motives—biological, social, and psychological—and review key theories such as Hull's Drive Theory and the concept of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Understanding these concepts is crucial for managing life's challenges and achieving our goals. #UPSC #IASprep #civilserviceexam #IASexamination #IASaspirants #UPSCjourney #IASexam #civilservice #IASgoals #UPSC2024 #IAS2024 #civilservant #IAScoaching #aUPSCmotivation #IASmotivation #UPSCpreparation #IASpreparation #UPSCguide #IASguide #UPSCtips #IAS #UPSCbooks #IASbooks #UPSCexamstrategy #IASexamstrategy #UPSCmentorship #IASmentorship #UPSCcommunity #IAScommunity #UPSCpreparation #IASpreparation #UPSCguide #IASguide #UPSCtips #IAStips #UPSCbooks #IASbooks #UPSCexamstrategy #IASexamstrategy #UPSCmentorship #IASmentorship #UPSCcommunity #IAScommunity

In this solo episode, psychologist Traci Stein discusses grief and the phenomenon of After Death Communications (ADCs). Grief is an experience that absolutely everyone will have, but most of us feel ill prepared to navigate. Yet, the research shows that most people believe in an afterlife, and over half of us report experiencing some sort of after-death communication with our loved ones - whether through feeling their presence, hearing, smelling or seeing them, or through “visitation” dreams. These experiences can be profoundly comforting and give us permission to move forward. In this episode, Traci also shares some personal experiences and invites listeners to share theirs as well. Citation for the article referred to in this podcast: Richards, T.A. & Folkman, S. (1997). Spiritual aspects of loss at the time of a partner's death from AIDS. Death studies, 21(6), 527-552. If you are struggling with grief or other mental health issues: SAMHSA's National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service providing referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.   Here's the link to the audio file:       Chapters   00:00 Introduction and Poem 02:15 The Challenges of Grief 06:01 Resilience and Coping with Grief 09:14 Beliefs about After-Death Communications 11:11 Common Experiences of After-Death Communications 13:36 Research on Spiritual Experiences 15:31 Healing Effects of After-Death Communications 19:55 Healthcare Workers' Experiences 23:51 Different Forms of After-Death Communications 25:48 Scientific Research on After-Death Communications 29:05 The Healing Power of After-Death Communications    

One of the most efficient ways to simplify your life so your life becomes exponentially easier is to implement household rhythms. Each new rhythm (i.e. routine, habit, etc,) takes away the mental load of problem-solving and decision fatigue. When you don't have to think through what to do, you're left with way more brain space and a lot less stress. Ben and Brianna Folkman of Folklife Rhythms have spent years learning best practices for implementing their "flexible frameworks" in order to create a more peaceful home - even during the chaotic years of little kids. They walk us through their understanding of how rhythms create security in our relationships (for our kids, too!), as well as their Parenting and Teamwork Series that sets couples up for success as they navigate life as a unit. Paring Down Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠@paring_down⁠ Paring Down Newsletter: The L.E.S.S. Express Paring Down Website: ⁠theexpertbeginner.com⁠ Ben & Brianna Instagram: ⁠@bribenfolklife⁠ Ben & Brianna Website: ⁠folkliferhythms.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Free Know Your Why Worksheet ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Free Baby Essentials List⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Complete Guide to Decluttering Kid Stuff⁠⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/paringdown/support

Inspired by the leadership book Extreme Ownership, Sarah *convinced* Nate Shea from SecureStrux to return to the podcast and dig into what Owning It means on our teams. “What's rewarded is repeated.” In a recent March 2024 article by Zenger and Folkman, the research about the culture of empowered teams shows that if we want high engagement and productivity, we need to set the tone and help our teams by trusting them, encouraging them, and letting mistakes be opportunities to grow. It requires a fair dose of humility and willingness to let go of control. Nate and Sarah discuss the wins and the challenges of creating that culture and reveal what they think is the secret sauce to motivation and empowerment. To learn more about Work Wisdom, visit our website at www.workwisdomllc.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram (@workwisdom).  

"Leadership is about balance—the push and the pull. You need to know when to drive results and when to inspire and motivate your team." - Joe Folkman Joe Folkman, psychometrician and co-founder of Zenger Folkman, specializes in leadership inspiration and teaching companies to build trust among their employees. He covers the role of interpersonal skills, the impact of trust on national economies, and simple behaviors that boost trust within organizations. Joe and host Gretchen Schott share personal experiences and delve deep into the nuances of leadership styles, discussing the delicate balance between "push" and "pull" competencies. Together, they make a compelling argument for leadership that emphasizes strong relationships and effective conflict resolution.   In this episode, you'll learn: Trust is influenced by factors such as relationship building, consistency, and expertise, and its presence or absence can significantly impact an organization's success.  Assessments can be more predictive and insightful when they incorporate the perspectives of others rather than self-assessment alone. Learning to value diversity and differences, understanding one's limitations in diverse perspectives, and inviting feedback to build trust are necessary skills for resolving conflicts.   Connect with Joe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-folkman-4766813/  About Joe's Company: https://zengerfolkman.com/    Get in touch with Gretchen, and let her know which impactful leaders you'd like to hear from: Connect on LinkedIn or Subscribe to our newsletter. Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://link.chtbl.com/QY4Knw_x   Strong leaders at all organizational levels are requisites for business success. Gretchen Schott's GrowU Leadership Pathways keeps a leadership ‘pipeline' flowing to ensure skilled and competent leaders are present throughout every brand in the Threefold Portfolio.    Jump into the conversation: [00:00] Introduction to Made for Impact [00:44] Introducing Joe Folkman [04:41] Shifting Zenger Folkman's approach to assessment results [06:31] Defining the push and pull of leadership styles [09:57] Gretchen's personal experience with 360s [15:03] How to lay the foundation for successful assessments [17:42] What inspired Joe to write Trifecta of Trust [20:30] The three factors of building trust [24:37] How leaders can effectively navigate and address conflicts between team members [28:17] Developing skills that support conflict management

Avez-vous déjà eu des moments de vérité imminente, sans explication ? Alors vous avez vécu un flash intuitif. Mais qu'est-ce que c'est concrètement ? De l'ésotérisme ? Un simple calcul inconscient de votre environnement ? Et est-ce vraiment fiable. Dans cet épisode, nous plongeons dans les dernières découvertes sur l'intuition, et comment l'on peut entrainer la notre afin de devenir plus efficace dans la vie et réussir des taches qu'un processus analytique ne pourrait pas. Suivez votre instinct et écoutez ce podcast ! Références : - Folkman, Judah. "Tumor angiogenesis." (1971) - Gosling, Samuel D., et al. "A room with a cue: personality judgments based on offices and bedrooms." Journal of personality and social psychology 82.3 (2002): 379. - Science et Avenir : " Intuition : le cerveau en roue libre" - Metcalfe, Janet, and David Wiebe. "Intuition in insight and noninsight problem solving." Memory & cognition 15.3 (1987): 238-246. - DePaulo, Bella M. "Spotting lies: Can humans learn to do better?." Current directions in psychological science 3.3 (1994): 83-86. L'art du mentaliste, un podcast animé par Taha Mansour et Alexis Dieux, musique par Antoine Piolé. Retrouvez Taha Mansour : - Ses spectacles : L'effet Papillon : https://www.billetreduc.com/326581/evt.htm La mystérieuse histoire de Thomas Polgarast : https://www.billetreduc.com/275400/evt.htm - Son site : www.tahamansour.com - Instagram / Facebook : @TahaMentalisme Retrouvez Alexis Dieux : - Son site : https://www.alexisdieux.com/ - Instagram : @alexisdieuxhypnose

Joe Folkman is co-founder and President of Zenger Folkman, a firm specializing in leadership and organizational development. As one of the nation's renowned psychometricians, his surveys and assessments utilize a database comprised of over one million assessments on over 80,000 leaders. Joe's clients include AT&T, General Motors, General Mills, Wells Fargo, and Yale University, he has published nine books, and his research has been published in the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal. Joe holds a doctorate degree in Social and Organizational Psychology, as well as a master's degree in Organizational Behavior from Brigham Young University. In this episode we discuss the following: When people receive feedback about their strengths and weaknesses, they often choose to focus on their weaknesses. But Joe's research, based on one million assessments of 80,000 leaders, shows that people tend to be better off focusing on their strengths rather than their weaknesses. To build leadership strengths, such as trying to improve our honesty, it can be helpful to focus on adjacent strength builders such as assertiveness. By improving our assertiveness, we can improve our honesty. Joe's research shows that those who rate us are twice as accurate at predicting our strengths and weaknesses as we are. Steve Jobs had weaknesses, some of which were nearly fatal flaws. But his strengths were so strong, that they more than compensated for his weaknesses in the workplace.   Follow Joe: Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoeFolkman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-folkman-4766813/ Joe's HBR Article on Strength Builders Follow Me: Twitter: https://twitter.com/nate_meikle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natemeikle/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nate_meikle/

Welcome to another tantalizing episode of "Leadership Bites," the podcast that serves up bite-sized leadership wisdom for leaders and enthusiasts alike. I'm your host and leadership specialist, Guy Bloom, and today, we have a true luminary in the world of leadership joining us - Dr. Joe Folkman, PhD.Dr. Joe Folkman is not only a distinguished authority but also the co-founder and president of Zenger Folkman, a globally recognized leader in leadership research and development. With a wealth of experience and groundbreaking insights, Dr. Folkman is at the forefront of shaping the future of leadership.In this episode, we're peeling back the layers of leadership excellence. Dr. Folkman shares his unparalleled wisdom, gathered through years of research and real-world application. Together, we'll explore the core principles that elevate leaders to exceptional heights and drive organizational success.Join us as we uncover the latest trends in leadership, dive into the power of feedback and self-awareness, and discuss the critical role of leadership in today's ever-changing business landscape. Whether you're a seasoned executive, an emerging leader, or simply fascinated by the art of leadership, this conversation is sure to ignite your passion and deepen your understanding.Dr. Folkman's insights are rooted in data and research, providing a solid foundation for leaders seeking to enhance their skills and lead with unwavering confidence. We'll discuss practical strategies, valuable takeaways, and proven approaches that will empower you to become a more effective leader.To find out more about Guy Bloom and his award winning work in Team Coaching, Leadership Development and Executive Coaching click below.The link to everything CLICK HEREUK: 07827 953814Email: guybloom@livingbrave.com Web: www.livingbrave.com

We have a fun guest here today and are so happy to be joined by Rachel Folkman who is a holiday and interior designer. We heard about Rachel from a part of our marketing team who has worked for other influencers, and she said “You guys need to have Rachel Folkman on because she does the best of the best holiday decor seasonal for all of the big amazing homes that we have in our area.” She helps us unpack how to best decorate holiday tree mantles, the rhyme or reason behind it, best storage solutions, and we're just excited to share this learning experience with all of you.    Decor in Utah 1:35 Trees and tree decor 4:50 Variety and number of ornaments 14:50 Toppers and skirts 24:45 Tricks of the trade and mantles 32:00 Stockings 39:15 Bad ideas/horror stories 40:30 Wreaths 46:15   “She shops and I'll show up and she has these gorgeous wreaths and I'll be like ‘Where'd you find those?' She's found them in some random place, and then we'll put them up, we'll put bows on them. I love it, I love a wreath on a window, I love a wreath on a mirror too.” 47:44   https://www.instagram.com/alicelaneinteriors/ https://www.instagram.com/alicelanehome/ https://alicelanehome.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AliceLaneHome https://www.pinterest.com/alicelanehome/ https://www.youtube.com/alicelanehomecollectionsaltlakecity News Letter:  https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=HZENWY&g=PFcqV5

Nachum Segal interviews Rabbi Marty Katz, Founding Executive VP of Just One Life, Jay Buchsbaum of Kedem/Royal Wine and Joey Folkman with Bennett Schachter about Nikki Haley's candidacy for US President. He also presents great Jewish music, the latest news from Israel and Morning Chizuk with Rabbi Dovid Goldwasser.

The justification for the Judicial reform of the current coalition is promoting is the lack of governance. But is governance what we are lacking in Israel? To discuss Israel's real challenges and what actions are needed to be taken to strengthen Israeli democracy and improve the public Bearucracy, we have Roy Folkman, a Former Member of the Knesset of Kulanu Party, A Social & High-tech entrepreneur and the author of “Version Update - New rules for Israeli Politics,” published in 2021 and seems today as crucial than ever.  #IIsrael #IsraeliPolitics #IsraeliDemocracy #Democracy #JudicialOverhaul  

Dr. Coleen Sabatini from UCSF joins the show to discuss implicit bias and bullying in our field, changing and international trends in supracondylars, and two international orthopedic public health issues she is immersed in solving: gluteal fibrosis and post-injection paralysis. The lightning round highlights new ultrasound techniques, SCFE implants, and more.    Your hosts are Carter Clement from Children's Hospital of New Orleans, Craig Louer from Vanderbilt, and Josh Holt from University of Iowa. Music by A. A. Alto.   References:   New Injury Patterns in Pediatric Supracondylar Fractures During COVID-19: Beds Are the New Monkey Bars. Soriano et al. JPO Apr 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36662751/   Supracondylar humerus fractures in low- and lower middle-income countries: a scoping review of the current epidemiology, treatment modalities, and outcomes. Challa et al. International Orthopedics 2020. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32691122/   Implicit Racial Bias in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery. Guzek et al. JPO 2022. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35522848/   The Prevalence of Bullying Among Pediatric Orthopaedic Patients. Carrillo et al. JPO 2021. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34294669/   Epidemiology and treatment outcomes in pediatric patients with post-injection paralysis. Song et al. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2022. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35932071/   Surgical Release of Gluteal Fibrosis in Children Results in Sustained Benefit at 5-Year Follow-up. Reilly et al. JPO 2021. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33481480/   Gluteal Fibrosis and Its Surgical Treatment. Alves et al. JBJS 2019. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30801376/   Gluteal fibrosis, post-injection paralysis, and related injection practices in Uganda: a qualitative analysis. Alves et al. BMC Health Services Research 2018. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30477506/   Burden of gluteal fibrosis and post-injection paralysis in the children of Kumi District in Uganda. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2018. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30249239/   Lightning Round:   The Usefulness of Dynamic Ultrasonography in Nursemaid's Elbow: A Prospective Case Series of 13 Patients Reconsideration of the Pathophysiology of Nursemaid's Elbow. Tsai et al. JPO July 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36962080/   Seven-year Outcomes of Adolescent Forearm Fractures Treated With Plate Fixation. Folkman et al. JPO June 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37072917/   The Addition of Daytime Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis-specific Exercises to Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Nighttime Bracing Reduces Curve Progression. Zapata et al. JPO July 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36922003/   Who Benefits From Allowing the Physis to Grow in Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis? Winger et al. JPO July 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36977364/        

Treating everyone with respect is the foundation of good leadership. Employees who feel disrespected are more likely to also feel excluded or even inferior. The authors offer seven behaviours, based on their analysis of data collected from more than 4,500 employees, that lead to a demonstration and feeling of respect. These include valuing diversity, staying in touch with individuals' issues and concerns, building trusted, resolving conflicts, balancing results with a concern for others, encouraging open discussion, and giving honest feedback. But what does respectful leadership actually look like in practice? Here are some behaviours to prioritize.   ·       Build trust. This requires three factors: developing positive relationships, sharing knowledge and expertise, and being consistent in how you treat people.   ·       Value diversity. Hire team members from diverse backgrounds, check your unconscious biases, encourage perspectives that challenge the status quo, and, of course, treat everyone equally.   ·       Stay attuned to your employees' emotions. You can't be aware of everything your team members are going through in their personal and professional lives. But you can—and should—convey that you're there for them should they want to discuss sensitive issues or concerns.   ·       Balance compassion and accountability. Establish a culture that supports work-life balance and make it clear that productivity shouldn't come at the cost of your employees' well-being.   ·       Resolve conflicts. Don't take a hands-off approach when tensions arise on your team. A respectful leader willingly engages in conflict resolution.   ·       Give constructive feedback, productively. Be direct and honest about your employees' strengths and weaknesses. Ignoring or minimizing either is ultimately unkind, counterproductive, and disrespectful.   ·       Encourage open discussion. The simple act of asking another person for their opinion is a powerful way to communicate respect. You can further enhance respect by actively listening to opinions that are contrary to yours. This conveys, “I'm open to a different way of thinking and I want to understand more” and “I hold you in high regard even though we may have differing views.”   Great leaders are well respected, but more importantly, they take deliberate, thoughtful steps to show respect for their employees.   Do you consider yourself to be a great leader? Do you practice these 7 way to make employees feel respected? Zenger, J. & Folkman, J. (2023, June). 7 Ways to Make Employees Feel Respected, According to Research. Harvard Business Review.

Are you a business leader seeking better ways to retain customers fueled by trusted employees? Are you struggling to create a culture of trust in your business? Host Stacy Sherman and Joe Folkman, a leadership expert, explain how to achieve goals based on three pillars of the "Trust Trifecta." You'll hear helpful insights on cultivating strong relationships and repairing trust when it's been broken. Without trust, there's no way to build strong teams, meaningful communications, positive work environments, and healthy relationships. So, take notes and apply the many proven tactics to improve your trust-building skills for better outcomes in business and life. More at

In episode 16, we speak with Joe Folkman about leadership and trust.  We discuss: - Joe's background as a psychometrician (psychologist who uses data to predict outcomes) who studies leadership - How trust in society can predict GDP - The impact of low trust inside an organisation - The correlation between trust and leadership effectiveness - The three behaviours that most affect gaining trust  (you do not want to miss these!) and why leaders should be asking for feedback In his latest book Trifecta of Trust, Joe has collected a mountain of compelling data to make the irrefutable case for the value of trust in leadership. By mastering this leadership trust trifecta, you can increase your success and happiness, both in business and life. Joe is a globally renowned psychometrician, best-selling author, and speaker on leadership, feedback, and organisational change. For over 30 years, Joe has been assessing and studying top leaders in every industry. He designs unique surveys and assessments utilizing a database comprised of over a million assessments on over 100,000+ leaders. And in let's take this offline, my friend Annette Sloan and I break down the three biggest takeaways, plus we answer a question from our listener James, who has been asked by his manager to move to an exciting new area, however James is worried to say yes...     Get in touch: Cathal@betteratwork.com.au or https://betteratwork.com.au Get in touch on Instagram: @betteratwork_ Get in touch on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathal-quinlan/ Send us a question or leave us a voicemail: https://betteratwork.com.au/contact-us/ Subscribe to our bi-weekly Newsletter on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7003622407403958272See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Conversations with CommerceNext podcast, I'm your host Michael LeBlanc, and this podcast is brought to you in conjunction with CommerceNext and presented by CommX.In this episode, we're diving into the fast-paced world of instant commerce with our guide Daniel Folkman, SVP of Gopuff.  With a career built on startups and startup culture, Daniel takes us through the brand's origin story and the roadmap to innovation ahead.  Next, he shares with us what it takes to be successful in a high-profile and fast-scaling startup and what he looks for in the people he brings into the team to drive continued success and new product development Links: https://gopuff.com/, https://gopuff.com/go/adsAbout DanielDaniel Folkman is currently the Senior Vice President of Business at Gopuff, the go-to instant commerce platform that fulfills consumer's evolving everyday needs. In his current role, Daniel Folkman oversees the company's Global Business functions. Since joining Gopuff as one of the company's first employees, Folkman has been a key member of the executive team, helping the company scale to 500+ micro-fulfillment centers across more than 1,000 cities across the US and Europe. During his more than six years with the company, he has spearheaded the company's fundraising and M&.A efforts, helping to raise more than $4B in funding and leading major transactions such as BevMo!, Liquor Barn, RideOS, Fancy, and Dija. Folkman originated the concept for Gopuff Ads - identifying the power of merging a culturally relevant brand and hyperlocal logistics with the needs of CPG companies. Today, Gopuff Ads commands sizable budgets from brands like PepsiCo,Coca-Cola, Unilever and many other major CPGs. Folkman is also the driving force behind Gopuff's major consumer partnerships with companies such as Chase, Mastercard, Hyatt, Uber, Grubhub, PayPal, Venmo, and celebrities such as Chris Paul, Selena Gomez, and more. ABOUT US: Scott SilvermanAn ecommerce veteran, Scott Silverman has been active in the industry since 1999 and is passionate about digital retail and the innovation driving the industry. Scott Silverman is the Co-Founder of CommerceNext. Previously, he spent 10 years as Executive Director of Shop.org where he launched the Shop.org Annual Summit. Scott co-invented “Cyber Monday” in 2005 and was the founder of Cybermonday.com in 2006, a shopping site that has generated more than $2.5 million for Shop.org's scholarship fund.Veronika SonsevVeronika Sonsev is the Co-Founder of CommerceNext. She also leads the retail practice for Chameleon Collective and is a contributor for Forbes on how to grow retail and ecommerce in the age of Amazon. Having spent the last 10+ years working with some of the largest retailers and direct-to-consumer brands, Veronika has intimate knowledge of the challenges facing retail and ecommerce today. She is also an advocate for women in business and founded the global non-profit mBolden, which is now part of SheRunsit. Michael LeBlanc  is the Founder & President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc and a Senior Advisor to Retail Council of Canada as part of his advisory and consulting practice.   He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience, and has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career.  Michael is the producer and host of a network of leading podcasts including Canada's top retail industry podcast,       The Voice of Retail, plus        Global E-Commerce Tech Talks  and       The Food Professor  with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois.  You can learn more about Michael       here  or on       LinkedIn. 

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Summary: My guest this week is co-founder and president of Zenger Folkman, a leadership development consultancy, Joe Folkman. For more than 30 years, Joe has been assessing and studying top leaders in a variety of industries and is a world-renowned psychometrician and leadership development expert. If you're not familiar with his unusual job title, a psychometrician creates psychological tests to measure employees' knowledge, skills, and abilities. Joe is also a prolific writer and has contributed to the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Business Insider. His research has also been featured in Business Week, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. Finally, Joe is the best-selling author and co-author of nine books on leadership and feedback, including his latest work; The Trifecta of Trust: The Proven Formula for Building and Restoring Trust.Joe and I spoke about the foundational theory of this latest book, how the implementation of diversity and inclusion policies have a positive effect on trust, and why you actually can please everyone...and have to.Highlights: Joe talks about his use of data in making his assessments (03:29) Joe lays out the three pillars of The Trifecta of Trust (05:52) Joe discusses some top-level statistics of trust and links them to the corporate world (07:16) Joe outlines why consistency is important when building trust (10:27) Do you need to please everyone to be trusted? (12:04) How did the pandemic change which leaders were trusted? (13:52) Joe reveals that managers often have a preference for giving negative feedback (16:49) How do we regain lost trust and how do managers navigate what they don't know? (20:44) Joe talks about the interplay between trust and diversity and inclusion policies (23:50) Joe talks about intergenerational variations of trust (27:32) Links:ICR TwitterICR LinkedInICR WebsiteJoe Folkman LinkedInZenger Folkman LinkedInZenger Folkman WebsiteFeedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, elizabeth@lowerstreet.co.

Details Order your copy of The Trifecta of Trust: The Proven Formula for Building and Restoring Trust. In Trifecta of Trust, psychometrics and leadership expert Joseph R. Folkman has collected a mountain of compelling data to make the irrefutable case for the value of trust in leadership. His research shows that there are three core behaviors … Continued The post The Trifecta of Trust– Introduction by Joe Folkman appeared first on ZENGER FOLKMAN.

Heute möchten wir gerne über ein ganz wichtiges Thema sprechen, was uns sicherlich alle betrifft. Es geht um Stress. Also was ist denn genau Stress, wie entsteht Stress, was passiert da eigentlich genau in unserem Körper und wie wirkt sich Stress auf dich und deine Psyche aus? Außerdem sprechen wir über die Folgen von langfristigem Stress. Dazu haben wir dir wieder ein tolles wissenschaftliches Modell mitgebracht, was wir dir anHand unserer persönlichen Erfahrung nahe bringen möchten. So lernst du nicht nur mehr über Stress, sondern auch über dich selbst. Heute geben wir dir einen kleinen Ausblick, was du konkret tun kannst, wenn du das nächste mal Stress empfindest. Und in den kommenden Wochen wollen wir dir eine langfristig wirksame Technik an die Hand geben, die wir selbst für unseren eigenen Stress anwenden und auch in der Arbeit mit Klient:innen nutzen. Wir schauen auf das Thema Glaubenssätze was man tun kann um mit belastenden Glaubenssätzen umzugehen. Es wird auch eine Live Demo und eine Meditation zum Mitmachen geben. Was ist denn Stress? Laut den amerikanischen psychologen Lazarus und Folkman ist "Psychischer Stress [...] eine besondere Beziehung zwischen der Person und der Umwelt, die von der Person als eine Belastung oder Überschreitung ihrer Ressourcen und eine Gefährdung ihres Wohlbefindens eingeschätzt wird".  Wie entsteht Stress? Das Transaktionale Stressmodell:  Nicht die Situation an sich ist stressend, sondern die Art, wie wir gedanklich damit umgehen und welche Handlungsmöglichkeiten wir sehen. Also unsere Bewertung.  Was passiert im Körper bei Stress? Die Bewertung einer Situation als Bedrohung erfolgt in der Amygdala, die Teil des reptilien Gehirns, dem ältesten Teil unseres Gehirns, ist. Sie veranlasst, dass diverse Hormone ausgeschüttet werden, aktiviert das sympathische Nervensystem und löst eine akute Stressreaktion aus. Es werden also diverse Hormone ausgeschüttet, die deinen Körper darauf vorbereiten, zu kämpfen oder zu fliehen (fight, flight, freeze) - Heute spricht man da eher von Annäherungs bzw Vermeidungsverhalten.. Diese Reaktionen sind evolutionäre Anpassungen, um die Überlebenschancen in bedrohlichen Situationen zu erhöhen. Rein evolutionsbiologisch macht das ja total viel Sinn, also vor dem Tiger weglaufen zu müssen und dann alle Kräfte zu mobilisieren… eigentlich müssen wir aber heute nur eine Hausarbeit schreiben. Das Stress Level und die körperliche Reaktion ist jedoch oft die selbe. Und du kannst dir ja selber vorstellen, wie anstrengend, das für dich und deinen Körper sein kann. Folgen von Stress? Herzkreislauf-Erkrankungen Diabetes Depression und Burnout Hautausschläge Erhöhte Leberwerte Magen-Darm-Erkrankungen Verspannungen Schlafstörungen Essstörungen Konzentrationsprobleme Abhängigkeiten Unser Weekly Tool: Halte das nächste mal inne, wenn du Stress hast und Frage dich: Für wie bedrohlich schätze ich die Situation gerade ein - Ist es wirklich so bedrohlich für mich? Welche inneren Ressourcen könnte ich mobilisieren, was könnte ich gerade tun, was mir hilft, besser mit dieser Situation umzugehen?  Selfcare-Statement:  Ich habe alles in mir, was ich brauche, um mit dieser Situation umzugehen.

Check complete show notes hereEpisode 207: Raising a Malinois w/ Steph FolkmanReactive Redefined FREE Mini Course  Adventure Dog Academy FREE Mini Course Trustworthy RecallsFollow us on Instagram @agoodfeeling_inco www.agoodfeelingdogtraining.comVetCs discount code DISORDERLYDOGS 10% off your purchase Leaving a 5-star review really helps this podcast reach other dog guardians in search of help for their dogs and I literally read every single one! Song credit: Podington Bear

In this episode, Joe Folkman talks about leveraging your leadership's strengths with effective feedback that works in the organization. He is a psychometrician, speaker, president at Zenger Folkman, and best-selling author of “The Extraordinary Leader.” Joe's extensive work can be seen in research publications such as Forbes, The Harvard Business Review, and The Wall Street Journal's National Business Employment Weekly.Joe helps decrease the likelihood of people leaving any organization and to help discover extraordinary leaders. He provides 360-degree feedback assessments, specifically designed for clients, based on a database of millions of assessments of over 80,000 leaders that can facilitate change and leadership development by focusing on people's strengths. To learn more about Joe Folkman, go to http://aha.pub/JoeFolkman. To get in touch with him, visit https://zengerfolkman.com/. Mitchell Levy is the Global Credibility Expert at AHAthat, the first AHA leadership (Thought Leadership) platform on the market for thought leaders, experts and companies to unleash their genius to the world. His passion is helping entrepreneurs, business owners and C-Suite Executives get known as thought leaders & become best-selling authors with the AHA platform. He is an accomplished entrepreneur who has created 20 businesses in Silicon Valley including four publishing companies that have published over 800 books. Mitchell is an international best-selling author with 60 business books, has provided strategic consulting to over 100 companies, has advised over 500 CEOs on critical business issues, and has been chairman of the board of a NASDAQ-listed company.Visit https://www.credibilitynation.com to learn more about the Credibility Nation community.Visit https://www.ahathat.com/author to learn how you can become an Amazon best-selling author in 4 months.

Award Winning Choreographer, Lindsay Folkman speaks to her "unconventional dance training" + her path to creating stories on stage that leave the audience feeling emotions they didn't know they could feel in a theater.  LindsayFolkman.com AlignFitnessByAllie.com @alignfitnessbyallie

What makes up a good data team? How is machine learning and AI used at companies? What is the future of data science? To answer these questions, we invited the CTO and Head of AI at Branded Entertainment Network on this week's episode. If you are interested in data science and machine learning, make sure to check this episode out!

A company, business, or a team needs leaders to drive it towards a productive result. Therefore, leaders are essential for all lines of the field, especially since with good leadership, you can create a vision and make it a reality. But, of course, you don't have to be faultless to become a leader. All of us have quirks and fatal flaws that are inevitable. Sometimes these flaws may overshadow leadership strengths, but that doesn't end there. Building complementary skills for your abilities is the best way to dissolve any hindrance and make up for your shortcomings.  "Progress not perfection" is the best way to go. Making yourself indispensable and taking charge of who you are, what you do, and how you do it is one of the most proven paths in building trust from the people around you. You can go beyond the extra mile and develop your nature as a leader with these abilities. The best leaders come from those who have the drive, determination, and heart to compete and become the best version of themselves.  Today we will be sitting down with Joe Folkman, the co-founder and President of Zenger Folkman. Join us in this episode as we will have a conversation on how you can be a great leader by following the Zenger Folkman leadership competency model. Joe also shares how his research has shown that you don't have to be "perfect" to be extraordinary.   Highlights:  [3:24] How we can be great leaders and have a tremendous impact on the people we lead, even if we have gaps. [5:22] Joe's role in his corporation and what does he do? [10:00] It's your strengths that really help you succeed. [25:16] You don't have to be perfect to be a good leader. Progress not perfection. [25:49] The role of competitiveness in leadership and how a leader can use these competencies on their own? [26:45] On how the best leaders are both empathetic and competitive. [27:50] Figuring out who your enemy is and who you are competing against? [34:46] Addressing your fatal flaws. [39:52] Asking people to do hard things is a great formula for you to be inspired. [46:40] Joe's take on leadership trends and development for the next five to ten years. [55:50]  High level of trust is an important factor in leadership.   Resources Mentioned: The Extraordinary Leader Book by John H Zenger and Joseph Folkman- https://zengerfolkman.com/books/the-new-extraordinary-leader/ The Trifecta of Trust- https://zengerfolkman.com/webinars/trifecta-of-trust/ Zenger Folkman- https://zengerfolkman.com/   Profile Links Joe Folkman - https://zengerfolkman.com/joe-folkman/#:~:text=Measuring%20Leadership%20To%20Inspire%20Change,assessments%2C%20leadership%20and%20organizational%20development.

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music In this episode, you will learn: How grants can help you add books to your library Programs like First Book, Dolly Parton Imagination Program, Little Free Libraries How book stacks can motivate readers. Find out more about Nichole here: Website: www.stagsread.weebly.com  www.folkmanforlibrarian.weebly.com    Social Media Handles: Twitter: @Nichole Folkman Lit- Twitter: @Emden School Library Instagram: @StagsRead   Quote from show:  “During the shutdown, I delivered books to every child in our community!”

Dan Folkman is the SVP of Business at Gopuff, the market leader in delivery of instant needs. Since its start on college campuses in 2013, Gopuff has evolved from selling convenience goods to a selection of over 4,000 unique items ranging from prepared food to liquor, produce, and beauty products, and it's just getting started. In this episode, we'll dive into what sets Gopuff apart from newer 15-minute delivery players, its new advertising business, the capital expenditures it has invested into its network over the last eight years, and much more.

Joseph R. Folkman, Ph.D.Joe Folkman is co-founder and President of Zenger Folkman, a firm specializing in leadership and organizational development. He is a highly acclaimed keynote speaker at conferences and seminars the world over. His topics focus on a variety of subjects related to leadership, feedback, and individual and organizational change. As one of the nation's renowned psychometricians, his extensive expertise focuses on survey research and change management. He has over 30 years of experience, consulting with some of the world's most prestigious and successful organizations, public and private. A distinguished expert in the field of measurement, his unique surveys and assessments are designed utilizing a database comprised of over a million assessments on over 110,000 leaders. Because these tools specifically address critical business results, facilitating development and change is the main focus of measurement efforts. He is the author or co-author of ten books: Turning Feedback into Change, Making Feedback Work, Employee Surveys that Make a Difference, The Extraordinary Leader, The Handbook for Leaders, The Power of Feedback, The Inspiring Leader, How to be Exceptional, SPEED—How Leaders Accelerate Successful Execution and The New Extraordinary Leader. Joe and his family reside at the base of the Wasatch Mountains in Orem, Utah.

We are continuing with part 2 of our special on soul-crushing student loans and how to deal with them! Unlike our last episode, the two guests today are pediatric dentists who provide the sole source of income for their families. Dr. Scott Folkman is a pediatric dentist in Layton, Utah. He started his own practice from scratch right out of residency, and has paid off 450K of student loans in 7 years. Dr. Folkman has utilized multiple rounds of refinancing to drop his interest rates. He is a great example of a pediatric dentist who has been successful with his student loans as the sole income provider for his household, while his wife runs the house with his 5 children. Dr. Kevin Brown is a pediatric dentist in Lehi, Utah. He paid off $285K over 4 years while simultaneously starting a scratch practice. He was able to aggressively pay down debt by associating one week per month at a profitable associateship out-of-state, all while taking advantage of the current federal student loan interest freeze to pay down $8000 per month towards principal.

Welcome to Cellar Picks. In these bite-size episodes we hand pick the real stories our extraordinary guests have shared over the last three series. Today Anj explores how to give and receive feedback effectively. We hear about an interesting study on what gets employees most enthusiastic to do great work. The answer is not what most managers thought. Anj also shares some practical tips and principles to ensure your feedback lands as you intend and how we can all make it easier for others to share feedback with us. Links to full episodes Dr. Jason Fox, Expert in Organisational Motivation Jason Baker OAM, Paralympic Rowing Coach Claire Salvetti, Executive Coach Rod Matthews, Leadership Consultant Further Reading Teresa Amabile explains how companies can overcome the "crisis of disengagement" occurring in the workplace by understanding The Progress Principle Kim Scott suggests if we can put Radical Candour into practice, it will help you do the very best work of your life and help you build the best relationships of your career Karen Weeks has created a workbook to help managers and individuals prepare for feedback conversations. It is full of case studies, worksheets, and suggestions on how to give and receive feedback. Zenger & Folkman study discovered employees actually crave negative feedback, as long as it's delivered well! Credits Host: Anjanette Murfet, Accolade Wines Chief People & Communications Officer Guests: Dr. Jason Fox, Jason Baker OAM, Claire Salvetti and Rod Matthews Production: Moutinho Consulting Artwork: Hardys Tintara Winery Music: Wataboi from Pixabay

Reactive Redefined FREE Mini Course  Adventure Dog Academy FREE Mini Course Trustworthy RecallsFollow us on Instagram @agoodfeeling_inco www.agoodfeelingdogtraining.comVetCs discount code DISORDERLYDOGS 10% off your purchase If you like this podcast, be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on super cool future episodes!Leaving a 5-star review really helps this podcast reach other dog guardians in search of help for their dogs and I literally read every single one! Song credit: Podington BearEpisode 174: Integrating New Dogs into Reactive Dog Households w/ Steph Folkman

Episode #734 On April 23, 2018, HBR Online published a great article by Zenger and Folkman titled 7 Traits of Super Productive People. The research included data on 7,000 people looking at 48 traits. They found the top 10% tend to do 7 things far more than the lower productive people. We'll look at the research over the next week, with one point of application each day. A podcast I did on productivity The article the research is from You don't have time to read a short blog about productivity? Find the time to read this one!

Move in nature, without distraction, without feeling like you deserve to scroll through social media for the 10 minutes of work you did that you hated, if we can look into someone's eyes and really listen to them, rather than thinking about ourselves then maybe we can connect better to ourselves. Emotion is energy in motion.A widely used definition of stressful situations is one in which the demands of the situation threaten to exceed the resources of the individual (Lazarus & Folkman 1984). It is clear that all of us are exposed to stressful situations at the societal, community, and interpersonal level. How we meet these challenges will tell us about the health of our society and ourselves.2005 Paper: STRESS AND HEALTH: Psychological, Behavioral, and Biological Determinants (2005): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2568977/Book recommendation: Sarah Wilson, The One Wild and Precious LifeFollow the show for all updates on Spotify and iTunes and don't hesitate to leave an iTunes review!@raquelfitpt@thefemalehealthshowThis is for information purposes only, the advice in this episode is for general purposes only.

In this episode we talk to Tyler Folkman, Head of Artificial Intelligence at Branded Entertainment Network. Tyler joined Branded Entertainment Network almost two years ago and ever since has been working on how to leverage AI and data in the world of entertainment, specifically product placement. Their work is similar to that of a recommendation algorithm in that they use data to connect brands with the right creators to offer their audiences relevant products. They help brands find the best partner possible across different platforms like TV, YouTube, social media, etc. His main goal is creating value for the company with data and he has built a team that shares this belief with him and helps him make it possible. Quotes: "I really am a big believer in data scientists being able to own the process, all the way from data collection, cleaning, modelling, to deployment and even creating web applications. The data scientists on our team can deploy their own models and create front end interfaces so that someone on the team can come and play with the model that is not a data scientist can see what the predictions are and see if it makes sense. And we found when creating a platform for data scientists to do that, it allowed them to work much more efficiently. " "I have seen people fail sometimes if you treat it more like an assembly line where data scientists only model, they just get blocked too much and they have to rely on so many teams to get value. It just never works in my experience." Thanks to our sponsor: Talent Insights Read the full episode summary here: Ep #140 Enjoy the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/datafuturology/message

Reactive Redefined FREE Mini Course  Adventure Dog Academy FREE Mini Course Trustworthy RecallsFollow us on Instagram @agoodfeeling_inco www.agoodfeelingdogtraining.comVetCs discount code DISORDERLYDOGS 10% off your purchase If you like this podcast, be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on super cool future episodes!Leaving a 5-star review really helps this podcast reach other dog guardians in search of help for their dogs and I literally read every single one! Song credit: Podington BearEpisode 139: Meet Stephanie Folkman

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During this episode Coaching Through Stories, host Dr. Eric Bean coaches us on how to effectively manage and eventually overcome a paralyzing pattern of behavior most people have: fear. Discover how you can look at fear from a totally different perspective—something that can lead to growth and joy rather than a feeling that’s triggered by danger, pain, or threats.   Episode Highlights: People are much more comfortable choosing the familiar over the unknown.  While fear is one of the seven universal emotions, it manifests behaviorally and psychologically in several different ways. Managing fear is a learned response. Generally, without the gift of experience, managing emotions comes down to space. It is necessary to create space in between the stimulus that’s creating the fear so you can choose your response. Developing the ability to create the space and measure and create your response is critical to high performance and will take some work. To change your relationship with fear, you need to get clarity on what you’re truly reacting to. The biggest fear of all is the idea that you can’t handle it. Part of changing your relationship with fear is shifting your mindset from one of threat to one of opportunity. Before you face your fears, examine them. Instead of focusing on the worst case scenario, ask yourself what the best case scenario is. You can practice engaging your fears by getting out of your comfort zone.   Three Key Points: To change your relationship with fear, you need to get clarity on what you’re truly reacting to. Part of changing your relationship with fear is shifting your mindset from one of threat to one of opportunity. You can practice engaging your fears by getting out of your comfort zone.   Resources Mentioned: HigherEchelon Inside Out (Pixar Film) The Gift of Fear: And Other Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence by Gavin de Becker Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers Challenge vs. Threat: The Effect of Appraisal Type on Resource Depletion by Erin N. Palmwood and Christine Mcbride Lazarus and Folkman’s Psychological Stress and Coping Theory Broaden-and-Build Theory of Positive Emotions by Barbara L. Fredrickson Google’s Study on Psychological Safety (Project Aristotle) Building a Pyschologically Safe Workplace by Amy Edmondson   Quotes: “Moving toward our fears could actually set us free. Unchecked, our fears would continue to quietly run over our life and steer us away from our goals, hopes, and dreams.” “To maximize our performance, we’ve gotta get better at creating the space." “Part of changing your relationship with fear is exposing the illogical catastrophizing that is triggering our situationally excessive fear response."

This episode includes an interview with the brilliant Transition Coach, Amber Folkman. She discusses the book, "This is Where You Belong" as her inspiration for diving into the research and science behind loving where you live, and gives practical tips for creating a home anywhere you are.  - Reach out to Amber via email at amommabroad@gmail.com and learn more about her on instagram @amommabroad. 

The Live It Challenge continues with Angie Corogin. 2020 has been a stressful year for the world. Today is all about stress and mindfulness. Angie shares how the practice of mindfulness may help you meet challenge and stress differently. And you will enjoy the exercises Angie walks us through as she explains. Relaxation here you come… Angie Corogin Angie is a heartful yoga and mindfulness (MBSR) instructor, yoga studio owner, mindset coach, and certified integrative wellness consultant. She supports communities, corporations, and individuals to integrate functional wellness practices into their modern lives. Angie is committed to an earth-conscious lifestyle, from what she eats & drinks to all of the things that she consumes and is inspired to share this way of life with others. Angie has earned degrees in Environmental Education (B.S.) and Intervention Services (M.Ed).    Mindfulness Today is all about stress and mindfulness. I would like to share how the practice of mindfulness may help you meet challenge and stress differently.   These practices are easy, nothing you haven’t done before, however, this is not so simple.  Let’s start with a practice, I invite you to minimize all of the extra windows on your devices or life, begin to gather yourself here.  Totally here. Calling yourself back from all of the places that you are.   Short Attentional Focus Practice 5-Sense Pause (look around, hands/feet, soundscape, soften the mouth/jaw, breath) Rub hands, eyes / tap forehead, temples, cheeks, chin, chest Brush off arms and shoulders SH massage / GB 21 (neck, shoulder, headaches, too much thinking)   Standing Yoga              Mountain/ arms up & down             Edges of feet, ankle rocks              Knees             Hips             Swing arms/chair             Sunflowers             Mountain             Sit/ Thymus thumps             We took that time to practice because we can use all of these words to point at what mindfulness is. We can quote studies, articles, and interview experts too, but we really can only know mindfulness through the direct experience of the practice, our own practice of paying attention. And now, I am going to attempt to use words to describe stress and mindfulness, which are both, felt and known by each of us… and known by us differently.  We all describe stress and mindfulness a little different.  Definition of Stress  I’d wage that humans have been feeling stress since day 1. This look at stress with the lens of science is relatively new. Researchers have had a difficult time agreeing on an acceptable definition of stress. Some have conceptualized stress as a demanding or threatening happening or situation (e.g., a high-stress job, overcrowding, and long commutes to work). Such conceptualizations are known as stimulus-based definitions because they characterize stress as a stimulus that causes certain reactions. But stress is more than that. Stress is something that we each feel. Stress is the state which is seen in response to internal or external stressors. And here is what I think, its difficult to define something that is so…so individually experienced. Every system of the body responds to stress in varying ways. Sweating, quickened breath, fast heartbeat or skipping beats, holding our breath, blinking a lot, it can manifest in as many ways different as we are different from one another.  Stress enlists changes affecting almost every system of the body, influencing how people feel and behave.  History of Stress I want to zoom back in time a bit and keeping this brief, but I want to go back to something I said.  The “formal” study of stress is relatively new so lets have a quick chat about that.  In the 30’s Walter Cannon coined flight or flight. He was studying dogs swallowing buttons, and the swallowing mechanism.  He discovered emotions impacted this somehow. He found fight and flight. Fight I can meet this challenge. Flight I can flee this challenge. Around the same time Hans Seyle was exploring the concept of general adaptation syndrome, a study on stress, any kind - mind, body, emotions. When we encounter stress, especially when its prolonged our body biology changes. It 1984 Stress researchers Lazarus and Folkman at Berkeley expanded and proposed a way to look at stress differently. Their transactional theory of stress considered stress as a transaction between a person and their environment that is appraised as taxing or exceeding resources and endangering their well-being.  So, this theory introduces the idea that our perception of the stressor could be the source of stress. Stress is transactional.  Let me break it down. We have some awareness we can bring to assess our ability to meet our stress. Ex. I’m making a new meal for dinner and am excited to share it with my husband, he was supposed to be home at 6, and rolls in at 630… I’m frustrated and disappointed and trying to figure out how to enjoy the cold meal.  It’s the next day, dinner is at 6, I’m busy at work, I have NO idea what to make and need extra time.  He gets home at 6:30 and I’m relieved. Same situation, my appraisal of it is different.  OK, so what can we do with all of that.  Stress has been defined in lots of ways; we know it in our own way.  A powerful, a potent antidote to stress… is mindfulness.  Definition of Mindfulness Mindfulness is awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally, in the service of self-understanding and wisdom.” JKZ  It is holding our attention to whatever is rising. Being here.  HumanBEING not humanDOING. This can be hard at first, boring, restless, thinking we aren’t doing it right.   We sense the world through, hearing, tasting, touching, seeing.  That is our only way to know anything at all. Our senses inform our thoughts.  And this is our perception, from where we form opinions and then make decisions and hold positions.  Its a completely a personal experience but one that we can often collectively understand and benefit from sharing our experience with others.   Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).The timelines of stress research and mindfulness research start to merge in 1979.  Jon Kabat-Zinn recruited chronically ill patients not responding well to traditional treatments to participate in his newly formed eight-week stress-reduction program, which we now call Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). This program includes mindful meditation, mindful eating, walking, and mindful movement (aka gentle yoga).  Substantial research has mounted demonstrating how mindfulness-based interventions improve mental and physical health—comparably so to other psychological interventions Our body is a partner to each moment. Here in the west, we spend a lot of time disconnecting from our body.  Body shaming, and in fact spending a whole lot of time up here, in the mind, thinking.  And so again, mindfulness - paying attention for the sake of paying attention. We can start to recognize our habitual patterns. Knowing our patterns can really change things.  You can do this practice long, short, in a car, while washing dishes, having a cup of tea, eating a meal, walking, in the shower. Mindfulness can be invited into each and every moment. It’s a practice, not a performance.  We just keep coming back to each moment.  Giving each moment incredible value, importance and attention.  Simple right, not so easy. A very important aspect of mindfulness is bringing an attitude of kindness to our own self. Right, what’s that?  Yes, being kind to ourselves is a thing.  Visualizing Resistance Make a fist. This is resistance. Resistance in your body, mind and soul. Try to pry it open. Come on, pry it open. What do you notice when you pry and push? Now use the other hand to support and be kind. Now what do you notice? Powerful because we can feel it. You can use this in your practice because you can actually do this. Stress is a sense of threat. Things happening that I don’t want to happen. OR wanting a particular thing to happen that is not. So, what is this hand, what is support to your stress…. A deep breath. Counting to three. Looking around, find a few green or blue things. Feel your feet, hand. Sense into the sounds around you.  Take a deeper breath.  Breathing is a huge tool for many of us that we underutilize.  Parts of Brain Our stress response is hard-wired, automatic, habitual. When we experience a threat, the automatic sympathetic nervous system goes into high gear (with signals from the brain stem and limbic system).  Different parts of the brain are responsible for initiating this automatic reaction: This here is the brain stem and is the earliest part of the brain to form was what many refer to as our reptilian or lizard brain (brain stem). This is the survival part of our brain. Responsible for basic survival—keeps our hearts beating, keeps us breathing. Lizards that weren’t vigilant enough ended up getting eaten, which is why this part of the brain is hardwired to feel a constant, vigilant anxiety. Next part of the brain to evolve was the mammal or mouse brain (limbic system – amygdala, hippocampus) regulates our emotions and desires. Its main job is to move us toward the things that maintain life. The amygdala is the smoke alarm, detecting stress.  The most recent part of our brain to evolve is the primate or monkey brain (cortex) handles the higher cerebral functions—thinking critically, problem solving, planning, making mental maps of our world, and connecting with others. In essence, our online brain. Monkeys that weren’t able to connect with other monkeys did not survive. When encountering stress or a challenge that we appraise outside of our ability to meet. Thinking goes out the window and our prefrontal cortex goes offline.  We are operating from the lizard and mouse like part of our brain.  Fortunately, most of the time we do not find ourselves encountering life-threatening situations. Unfortunately, physiologic responses to non-immediate stresses are largely the same as when you’re fighting for survival. Our body doesn’t know the difference. But we can tell it!  We’re still prone to go into fight or flight when our sense of control is threatened, even if we’re just driving on the freeway or we receive harsh feedback from coworkers. Our brain still perceives events in terms of mortal threats to our well-being and sense of self, even when there is none. THIS IS AUTOMATIC, HARD-WIRED, HABITUAL REACTION FINE-TUNED FOR SURVIVAL. SO, what can you do?   If it’s a non-life-threatening moment, we can one - breathe.  Take a few breaths.  Let your prefrontal cortex come back online.  You might want to sit or lay down, lower your eyes, take a slow walk.  Most of all, we can get to know how stress feels as it begins in our body. We can also develop wisdom in how to support ourself in the heat of the moment. In the senses, we can often find a way back to homeostasis.  “We can’t stop the wild and painful catastrophes of life, but we can learn to cope.” JKZ or as Thich Nhat Hanh, the Vietnamese Buddhist monk and revered teacher says, "Without the mud, you cannot grow the lotus flower." Breath Focus Practice Take a moment and find something to let your eyes rest on.  Soften your gaze but looking. You might like to rest your hands….  And when it is comfortable begin to let your eye lids lower, any amount or all of the way closed. Feel yourself sitting, standing, know what you can about being right here.  Only this moment matters right now. What can be known?  Begin to look at the inside of the eyes.  Look with awareness. Look to know, to see what’s there.  Move your attention to your breath. You might even feel this ability to look inward at the breath. From any perspective that you can you know the breath. From the nose, the nostrils, the throat, the chest, or ribs moving or belly.  You might sense warmth and then cool as your breath enters and leaves.  And then gently open your eyes again. And continue to look with this awareness.      Deeper Dive Resources   Angie’s Website http://www.angiecorogin.com/ Angie’s Newsletter https://angiecorogin.com/mbsr-course   Angie’s MBSR Course https://angie-corogin-wellness.thinkific.com/courses/mbsr-winter Angie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/movementality/ https://www.facebook.com/angiecorogin/   Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Anxiety and Depression https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5679245/   A meta-analysis of Mindfulness Based Interventions (MBIs) show that MBIs are effective in reducing acute symptoms of depression but not anxiety https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25865879/   The acceptability and potential benefits of mindfulness-based interventions in improving psychological well-being for adults with advanced cancer: A systematic review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29389483/   The Effect of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on Depression, Cognition, and Immunity in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Pilot Feasibility Study https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7429186/   What Works in Mindfulness Interventions for Medically Unexplained Symptoms? A Systematic Review https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7373253/   Organixx on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OrganixxSupplements   Organixx on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/organixxliving/    

The Live It Challenge continues with Angie Corogin. 2020 has been a stressful year for the world. Today is all about stress and mindfulness. Angie shares how the practice of mindfulness may help you meet challenge and stress differently. And you will enjoy the exercises Angie walks us through as she explains. Relaxation here you come… Angie Corogin Angie is a heartful yoga and mindfulness (MBSR) instructor, yoga studio owner, mindset coach, and certified integrative wellness consultant. She supports communities, corporations, and individuals to integrate functional wellness practices into their modern lives. Angie is committed to an earth-conscious lifestyle, from what she eats & drinks to all of the things that she consumes and is inspired to share this way of life with others. Angie has earned degrees in Environmental Education (B.S.) and Intervention Services (M.Ed).    Mindfulness Today is all about stress and mindfulness. I would like to share how the practice of mindfulness may help you meet challenge and stress differently.   These practices are easy, nothing you haven’t done before, however, this is not so simple.  Let’s start with a practice, I invite you to minimize all of the extra windows on your devices or life, begin to gather yourself here.  Totally here. Calling yourself back from all of the places that you are.   Short Attentional Focus Practice 5-Sense Pause (look around, hands/feet, soundscape, soften the mouth/jaw, breath) Rub hands, eyes / tap forehead, temples, cheeks, chin, chest Brush off arms and shoulders SH massage / GB 21 (neck, shoulder, headaches, too much thinking)   Standing Yoga              Mountain/ arms up & down             Edges of feet, ankle rocks              Knees             Hips             Swing arms/chair             Sunflowers             Mountain             Sit/ Thymus thumps             We took that time to practice because we can use all of these words to point at what mindfulness is. We can quote studies, articles, and interview experts too, but we really can only know mindfulness through the direct experience of the practice, our own practice of paying attention. And now, I am going to attempt to use words to describe stress and mindfulness, which are both, felt and known by each of us… and known by us differently.  We all describe stress and mindfulness a little different.  Definition of Stress  I’d wage that humans have been feeling stress since day 1. This look at stress with the lens of science is relatively new. Researchers have had a difficult time agreeing on an acceptable definition of stress. Some have conceptualized stress as a demanding or threatening happening or situation (e.g., a high-stress job, overcrowding, and long commutes to work). Such conceptualizations are known as stimulus-based definitions because they characterize stress as a stimulus that causes certain reactions. But stress is more than that. Stress is something that we each feel. Stress is the state which is seen in response to internal or external stressors. And here is what I think, its difficult to define something that is so…so individually experienced. Every system of the body responds to stress in varying ways. Sweating, quickened breath, fast heartbeat or skipping beats, holding our breath, blinking a lot, it can manifest in as many ways different as we are different from one another.  Stress enlists changes affecting almost every system of the body, influencing how people feel and behave.  History of Stress I want to zoom back in time a bit and keeping this brief, but I want to go back to something I said.  The “formal” study of stress is relatively new so lets have a quick chat about that.  In the 30’s Walter Cannon coined flight or flight. He was studying dogs swallowing buttons, and the swallowing mechanism.  He discovered emotions impacted this somehow. He found fight and flight. Fight I can meet this challenge. Flight I can flee this challenge. Around the same time Hans Seyle was exploring the concept of general adaptation syndrome, a study on stress, any kind - mind, body, emotions. When we encounter stress, especially when its prolonged our body biology changes. It 1984 Stress researchers Lazarus and Folkman at Berkeley expanded and proposed a way to look at stress differently. Their transactional theory of stress considered stress as a transaction between a person and their environment that is appraised as taxing or exceeding resources and endangering their well-being.  So, this theory introduces the idea that our perception of the stressor could be the source of stress. Stress is transactional.  Let me break it down. We have some awareness we can bring to assess our ability to meet our stress. Ex. I’m making a new meal for dinner and am excited to share it with my husband, he was supposed to be home at 6, and rolls in at 630… I’m frustrated and disappointed and trying to figure out how to enjoy the cold meal.  It’s the next day, dinner is at 6, I’m busy at work, I have NO idea what to make and need extra time.  He gets home at 6:30 and I’m relieved. Same situation, my appraisal of it is different.  OK, so what can we do with all of that.  Stress has been defined in lots of ways; we know it in our own way.  A powerful, a potent antidote to stress… is mindfulness.  Definition of Mindfulness Mindfulness is awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally, in the service of self-understanding and wisdom.” JKZ  It is holding our attention to whatever is rising. Being here.  HumanBEING not humanDOING. This can be hard at first, boring, restless, thinking we aren’t doing it right.   We sense the world through, hearing, tasting, touching, seeing.  That is our only way to know anything at all. Our senses inform our thoughts.  And this is our perception, from where we form opinions and then make decisions and hold positions.  Its a completely a personal experience but one that we can often collectively understand and benefit from sharing our experience with others.   Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).The timelines of stress research and mindfulness research start to merge in 1979.  Jon Kabat-Zinn recruited chronically ill patients not responding well to traditional treatments to participate in his newly formed eight-week stress-reduction program, which we now call Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). This program includes mindful meditation, mindful eating, walking, and mindful movement (aka gentle yoga).  Substantial research has mounted demonstrating how mindfulness-based interventions improve mental and physical health—comparably so to other psychological interventions Our body is a partner to each moment. Here in the west, we spend a lot of time disconnecting from our body.  Body shaming, and in fact spending a whole lot of time up here, in the mind, thinking.  And so again, mindfulness - paying attention for the sake of paying attention. We can start to recognize our habitual patterns. Knowing our patterns can really change things.  You can do this practice long, short, in a car, while washing dishes, having a cup of tea, eating a meal, walking, in the shower. Mindfulness can be invited into each and every moment. It’s a practice, not a performance.  We just keep coming back to each moment.  Giving each moment incredible value, importance and attention.  Simple right, not so easy. A very important aspect of mindfulness is bringing an attitude of kindness to our own self. Right, what’s that?  Yes, being kind to ourselves is a thing.  Visualizing Resistance Make a fist. This is resistance. Resistance in your body, mind and soul. Try to pry it open. Come on, pry it open. What do you notice when you pry and push? Now use the other hand to support and be kind. Now what do you notice? Powerful because we can feel it. You can use this in your practice because you can actually do this. Stress is a sense of threat. Things happening that I don’t want to happen. OR wanting a particular thing to happen that is not. So, what is this hand, what is support to your stress…. A deep breath. Counting to three. Looking around, find a few green or blue things. Feel your feet, hand. Sense into the sounds around you.  Take a deeper breath.  Breathing is a huge tool for many of us that we underutilize.  Parts of Brain Our stress response is hard-wired, automatic, habitual. When we experience a threat, the automatic sympathetic nervous system goes into high gear (with signals from the brain stem and limbic system).  Different parts of the brain are responsible for initiating this automatic reaction: This here is the brain stem and is the earliest part of the brain to form was what many refer to as our reptilian or lizard brain (brain stem). This is the survival part of our brain. Responsible for basic survival—keeps our hearts beating, keeps us breathing. Lizards that weren’t vigilant enough ended up getting eaten, which is why this part of the brain is hardwired to feel a constant, vigilant anxiety. Next part of the brain to evolve was the mammal or mouse brain (limbic system – amygdala, hippocampus) regulates our emotions and desires. Its main job is to move us toward the things that maintain life. The amygdala is the smoke alarm, detecting stress.  The most recent part of our brain to evolve is the primate or monkey brain (cortex) handles the higher cerebral functions—thinking critically, problem solving, planning, making mental maps of our world, and connecting with others. In essence, our online brain. Monkeys that weren’t able to connect with other monkeys did not survive. When encountering stress or a challenge that we appraise outside of our ability to meet. Thinking goes out the window and our prefrontal cortex goes offline.  We are operating from the lizard and mouse like part of our brain.  Fortunately, most of the time we do not find ourselves encountering life-threatening situations. Unfortunately, physiologic responses to non-immediate stresses are largely the same as when you’re fighting for survival. Our body doesn’t know the difference. But we can tell it!  We’re still prone to go into fight or flight when our sense of control is threatened, even if we’re just driving on the freeway or we receive harsh feedback from coworkers. Our brain still perceives events in terms of mortal threats to our well-being and sense of self, even when there is none. THIS IS AUTOMATIC, HARD-WIRED, HABITUAL REACTION FINE-TUNED FOR SURVIVAL. SO, what can you do?   If it’s a non-life-threatening moment, we can one - breathe.  Take a few breaths.  Let your prefrontal cortex come back online.  You might want to sit or lay down, lower your eyes, take a slow walk.  Most of all, we can get to know how stress feels as it begins in our body. We can also develop wisdom in how to support ourself in the heat of the moment. In the senses, we can often find a way back to homeostasis.  “We can’t stop the wild and painful catastrophes of life, but we can learn to cope.” JKZ or as Thich Nhat Hanh, the Vietnamese Buddhist monk and revered teacher says, "Without the mud, you cannot grow the lotus flower." Breath Focus Practice Take a moment and find something to let your eyes rest on.  Soften your gaze but looking. You might like to rest your hands….  And when it is comfortable begin to let your eye lids lower, any amount or all of the way closed. Feel yourself sitting, standing, know what you can about being right here.  Only this moment matters right now. What can be known?  Begin to look at the inside of the eyes.  Look with awareness. Look to know, to see what’s there.  Move your attention to your breath. You might even feel this ability to look inward at the breath. From any perspective that you can you know the breath. From the nose, the nostrils, the throat, the chest, or ribs moving or belly.  You might sense warmth and then cool as your breath enters and leaves.  And then gently open your eyes again. And continue to look with this awareness.      Deeper Dive Resources   Angie’s Website http://www.angiecorogin.com/ Angie’s Newsletter https://angiecorogin.com/mbsr-course   Angie’s MBSR Course https://angie-corogin-wellness.thinkific.com/courses/mbsr-winter Angie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/movementality/ https://www.facebook.com/angiecorogin/   Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Anxiety and Depression https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5679245/   A meta-analysis of Mindfulness Based Interventions (MBIs) show that MBIs are effective in reducing acute symptoms of depression but not anxiety https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25865879/   The acceptability and potential benefits of mindfulness-based interventions in improving psychological well-being for adults with advanced cancer: A systematic review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29389483/   The Effect of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on Depression, Cognition, and Immunity in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Pilot Feasibility Study https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7429186/   What Works in Mindfulness Interventions for Medically Unexplained Symptoms? A Systematic Review https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7373253/   Organixx on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OrganixxSupplements   Organixx on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/organixxliving/    

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In this episode, I discuss the little-known holiday, Boss's Day, which comes around every October 16th.  I talk about the origins of the holiday, how to celebrate it, and how to determine if your boss is worth celebrating. In this episode I referred to two articles: Boss's Day is a Crock and We Need to Kill It off by Alison Green on Ask A Manager: https://www.askamanager.org/2019/10/bosss-day-is-a-crock-and-we-need-to-kill-it-off.html And I discussed Zenger and Folkman's (2014) findings in The Skills Leaders Need at Every Level in Harvard Business Review: https://hbr.org/2014/07/the-skills-leaders-need-at-every-level?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+harvardbusiness+%28HBR.org%29 If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and tell others who might benefit from this podcast. I would like to hear from you. You can leave a comment below. Send me a Tweet or Parley: @daringerdes or leave a video message: https://flipgrid.com/leadersmith  Join our FACEBOOK COMMUNITY and continue the discussion there: https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnleadership/ It is free. I want to help you become the kind of leader that you would want to follow.   #leader, #leaders, #leadership, #management, #Whatisleadership, #bealeader, #leadersmith, #BTKOLYWWTF, #leadershipdevelopment, #leadershipquotes, #leadershipcoach, #leadershipcoaching, #leadershipskills, #leadershiptraining, #manager, #managers, #management, #managementconsulting, #success, #successquotes, #successmindset, #successful, #successsecrets,  #boss, #bosslife, #bossquotes

 In the Season 1 finale of Millennial Mama, Sanchi talks to Katerina a Life Coach & Happiness trainer on what it means to find yourself and the importance of having a life’s purpose.

 In the Season 1 finale of Millennial Mama, Sanchi talks to Katerina a Life Coach & Happiness trainer on what it means to find yourself and the importance of having a life's purpose.

Show Notes This week, Fiona is joined by Jacob, Brandon, Kate, and Folkman for ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)', a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future. Written by Eddy Webb, ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)' uses a traditional fantasy rules system (based on the d20 Open Game License) redesigned for streamlined play and easy character creation, with an emphasis on cooperation and action over competition and violence. You can find out more about ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)' and download the core book and additional adventures on the https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire) website. Timestamps Intro: 00:00:09 Recap and gameplay overview: 00:01:12 Restart of 'Pugmire' one-shot: 00:03:53 Outro and credits: 01:26:10 Credits The http://www.wairpodcast.com ('What Am I Rolling?') podcast was created, recorded, and edited by Fiona Howat. The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat. This episode's players were Jacob Vogts, Brandon Trent, Kate Trent, and Andrew Folkman. This episode's RPG one-shot was ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)', a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future. You can find out more about ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)' and download the core book and additional adventures on the https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire) website. The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (http://www.twinmusicom.org/ (twinmusicom.org)), licensed under a https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ (Creative Commons 4.0 License). Additional music in this episode: ‘https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0CeIThqQiY (TipToes)' by Myuu If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: http://www.WAIRpodcast.com (www.WAIRpodcast.com). Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at WhatAmIRollingPodcast@gmail.com. Follow the podcast on https://twitter.com/WAIR_podcast (Twitter) and https://www.instagram.com/wair_podcast/ (Instagram) (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes. Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/WAIR_Podcast (WAIR Podcast) #AdventurersNeedNotApply

This week, Fiona is joined by Jacob, Brandon, Kate, and Folkman for ‘Pugmire’, a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future.Written by Eddy Webb, ‘Pugmire’ uses a traditional fantasy rules system (based on the d20 Open Game License) redesigned for streamlined play and easy character creation, with an emphasis on cooperation and action over competition and violence.You can find out more about Pugmire and download the core book and additional adventures on the Pugmire website.Timestamps:Intro: 00:00:09Recap and gameplay overview: 00:01:12Restart of 'Pugmire' one-shot: 00:03:53Outro and credits: 01:26:10CreditsThe 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded, and edited by Fiona Howat.The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.This episode’s players were Jacob Vogts, Brandon Trent, Kate Trent, and Andrew Folkman.This episode’s RPG one-shot was ‘Pugmire’, a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future. You can find out more about ‘Pugmire’ and download the core book and additional adventures on the Pugmire website.The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.The additional music in this episode was ‘TipToes’ by Myuu.If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at whatamIrollingpodcast[@]gmail.com.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes.#AdventurersNeedNotApply

Welcome to the 100 Million Academy podcast. Every Sunday morning, you will get highlights from our exclusive daily live calls combining the best clips of the top entrepreneurs and business minds in the world. These are world-class individuals who have hit 100 million in sales, advertising spend, or impressions on social media. ---- I'm your host, Dan Fleyshman, and in this week's episode you will learn from The Millionaire Maker Marshall Sylver known as #1 leading expert on subconscious reprogramming and irresistible influence. He is the author of Passion, Profit, and Power, and through infomercials has sold over a million copies of his personal development programs worldwide.   Then you will get to learn from Akaash Pardesi; social media star and life and fitness coach whose engaging photos of his career, body, and day-to-day life have amassed him a powerful Instagram community and following.   Next you will learn from Terry Shand. Terry has sold over $100M on the phone, in-person, and from the stage. He was marketing director for one of Universals prestigious labels when he became fascinated with the world of digital marketing and wound up leaving the music industry. He has been responsible for the hiring, training and leading of over 100 sales professionals that have generated millions of dollars in revenue in specifically the online education space. Throughout the years Terry has had multiple successful side hustles including a private labeling business on Amazon.   Then you will learn from Ryan Wheeler aka Lambo Dad. Ryan is a serial entrepreneur who has grown a construction company to over 7 figures. He is also 7 years alcohol free, a YouTube, and a mentor on a mission to help kids dream big and know they can accomplish anything.   And lastly, you will hear from eCommerce expert Zak Folkman. Zak has generated over $650 million in eCommerce sales and is one of the best in the world for Facebook ad strategies. With a 9-figure eCommerce drop shipping business, he is also recognized as one of the best in the world in subscription-based revenue models.   Get ready, its time to level up!   ----   Thank you for watching this episode — What lesson resonated with you the most? Comment below!   ----   Learn more and connect with our instructors: 100MillionAcademy.com   Every Sunday, join the 100 Million Academy podcast to get highlights from our daily live calls combining the best clips of the top entrepreneurs and business minds in the world. Learn actionable lessons, skills, and strategies from these experts in real estate, marketing, sales, investing, and more that you can apply to your own business.   100 Million Academy is an online educational platform featuring over 20+ entrepreneurs who have sold over $100 million in revenue, spent over $100 million on advertising, or have been seen by over 100 million people.   Co-founders Joel Marion, Dan Fleyshman, and Cody Sperber are on a mission to give you access to world-class entrepreneurs.    ----  

Show Notes This week, Fiona is joined by Jacob, Brandon, Kate, and Folkman for ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)', a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future. Written by Eddy Webb, ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)' uses a traditional fantasy rules system (based on the d20 Open Game License) redesigned for streamlined play and easy character creation, with an emphasis on cooperation and action over competition and violence. You can find out more about ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)' and download the core book and additional adventures on the https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire) website. Timestamps Intro: 00:00:09 Recap and gameplay overview: 00:01:12 Restart of 'Pugmire' one-shot: 00:03:53 Outro and credits: 01:11:16 Credits The http://www.wairpodcast.com ('What Am I Rolling?') podcast was created, recorded, and edited by Fiona Howat. The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat. This episode's players were Jacob Vogts, Brandon Trent, Kate Trent, and Andrew Folkman. This episode's RPG one-shot was ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)', a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future. You can find out more about ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)' and download the core book and additional adventures on the https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire) website. The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (http://www.twinmusicom.org/ (twinmusicom.org)), licensed under a https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ (Creative Commons 4.0 License). Additional music in this episode: ‘https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0CeIThqQiY (TipToes)' by Myuu If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: http://www.WAIRpodcast.com (www.WAIRpodcast.com). Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at WhatAmIRollingPodcast@gmail.com. Follow the podcast on https://twitter.com/WAIR_podcast (Twitter) and https://www.instagram.com/wair_podcast/ (Instagram) (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes. Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/WAIR_Podcast (WAIR Podcast) #AdventurersNeedNotApply

This week, Fiona is joined by Jacob, Brandon, Kate, and Folkman for ‘Pugmire’, a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future.Written by Eddy Webb, ‘Pugmire’ uses a traditional fantasy rules system (based on the d20 Open Game License) redesigned for streamlined play and easy character creation, with an emphasis on cooperation and action over competition and violence.You can find out more about Pugmire and download the core book and additional adventures on the Pugmire website.Timestamps:Intro: 00:00:09Recap and gameplay overview: 00:01:12Restart of 'Pugmire' one-shot: 00:03:53Outro and credits: 01:11:16CreditsThe 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded, and edited by Fiona Howat.The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.This episode’s players were Jacob Vogts, Brandon Trent, Kate Trent, and Andrew Folkman.This episode’s RPG one-shot was ‘Pugmire’, a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future. You can find out more about ‘Pugmire’ and download the core book and additional adventures on the Pugmire website.The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.The additional music in this episode was ‘TipToes’ by Myuu.If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at whatamIrollingpodcast[@]gmail.com.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes.#AdventurersNeedNotApply

Welcome to the 100 Million Academy podcast. Every Sunday morning, you will get highlights from our exclusive daily live calls combining the best clips of the top entrepreneurs and business minds in the world. These are world-class individuals who have hit 100 million in sales, advertising spend, or impressions on social media. ---- I'm your host, Dan Fleyshman, and in this week's episode you will learn from eCommerce expert Zak Folkman. Zak has generated over $650 million in eCommerce sales and is one of the best in the world for Facebook ad strategies. With a 9-figure eCommerce dropshipping business, he is also recognized as one of the best in the world in subscription-based revenue models.    Next you will learn from Sales and Marketing Expert Ryan Stewman, aka Hardcore Closer. Ryan is a podcast host with over 2 million downloads, he has closed over $200 million in sales and has over 80,000 members in his sales and investing groups on Facebook alone.   Then you will learn from one of the best kept secrets in the event planner world Katrina “Kat” Gaines. Kat uses her network to execute the most memorable and exclusive experiences for Elevator Studio and her own clients. From producing the nations top masterminds, to celebrity charity events, to high-profile weddings across the country; Kat has seen it all in the Entrepreneurial event industry.   Lasly you’ll learn from American Hat Makers founders Garth and Hannah Watrous. They have nearly 40 years of manufacturing experience and are more than just a manufacturing center delivering private label solutions for astute, creative companies that believe in American-made quality products.   Get ready, its time to level up!   ----   Thank you for watching this episode — What lesson resonated with you the most? Comment below!   ----   Learn more and connect with our instructors: 100MillionAcademy.com   Every Sunday, join the 100 Million Academy podcast to get highlights from our daily live calls combining the best clips of the top entrepreneurs and business minds in the world. Learn actionable lessons, skills, and strategies from these experts in real estate, marketing, sales, investing, and more that you can apply to your own business.   100 Million Academy is an online educational platform featuring over 20+ entrepreneurs who have sold over $100 million in revenue, spent over $100 million on advertising, or have been seen by over 100 million people.   Co-founders Joel Marion, Dan Fleyshman, and Cody Sperber are on a mission to give you access to world-class entrepreneurs.    ----  

Don Frericks knows the exhilaration of working with a good leader and the unrelenting pain of working for a bad one. In over 30 years of corporate leadership and coaching experience, he has developed the reputation as on outstanding leader, a passionate advocate for personal and corporate change, and a well-loved personal leadership coach for various Fortune 2000 organizations and industries. Questions Could you share with us a little bit about your journey, just tell us how it is that you’ve really got into this leadership path, were you put into it by accident, did it happen by chance or is this something that was a passion for you from you were a young person? Could you share with us maybe two or three character traits that you think leaders need to have, especially now. So, what are those two or three qualities that leaders need to have to ensure that during this time they're still maintaining a high level of customer centricity internally and externally? How do you stay motivated every day? Can you share with us what's the one online resource tool, website, or app that you couldn't live without in your own business? Are there any other books that have had a great impact on you? Maybe a book you read recently, or even a book you read a very long time ago that has still had a great impact on you? Could you share with us what's one thing that's going on in your life right now that you're either really excited about something, maybe that you're working on to develop yourself or your people? Where can listeners find you online? Could you share with us a quote or a saying that during times of adversity or challenge, you'll tend to revert to this quote because it kind of helps to keep you refocused.   Highlights   Don shared that he loves it because it's not a normal path. He actually had three wonderful experiences working for tremendous leaders, people that just were inspiring that you wanted to follow them because they were so good with people and they helped you be the best that you could be. And what was interesting in each one of those occurrences, they were the one that hired him, but they were gone in his experience six months later. And it was so abrupt and so quick that it was a bit shocking. And the next leader that came in behind them was not as good.   And in fact, in a few cases, they were horrible; the kind of people you would say would be the bad bosses of the world. And it was such a night and day difference. It shocked him to his very core and he noticed his own behaviour, his own performance slipped. He noticed that he didn't like it; he wasn't engaged like he used to be. He worked at a very high level, he puts a lot of energy and heart into his work and he wasn't doing that with these other bosses. So, he really felt like there's something about great leadership and how it has a huge impact on other people.   And after that experience and through those experiences, he started studying tremendous leadership and extraordinary leadership and what the difference is between good and extraordinary and why it makes a huge difference on businesses.   Me: So it's definitely been in your core, in your DNA from very early. Now, I see here on your bio also that you’re the author of the book, Best Boss Ever: The 5 Steps to rapidly develop yourself into the leader everyone wants to follow. And this podcast is called Navigating the Customer Experience as you know. One of the things I've found in the years of being a customer service trainer is that leadership is very critical in customer experience because if the leaders are not on board with delivering a quality experience both internally, because it starts from within, and then of course it flows over into the external, you're going to have a lot of challenges in the organization.   Don agree that Yanique is right on track with thinking how dynamic a situation can be internally as he’s sure you've seen many times where people have talked about the power of serving the employees so that they can serve the customers so well. Great leaders today get that, they understand that their service of their people internally needs to be taken to the next level. And that probably means getting to know your people at a level where you understand their emotional needs and understanding how they're dealing with all the challenges with the pandemic and the other things that are happening in our environment.   So, they're missing the point and they're missing an opportunity to connect heart to heart with their own employees. And that will prevent their employees from reaching out to the customer in such a way that that experience, as you're an expert in is at the highest level. And so we have to take care of our people and that's the leader's job.   Don shares that he thinks one of the most important aspects of extraordinary leadership is the ability to inspire and motivate others to high performance, Zenger, Folkman. John Zenger and Joe Folkman have done a tremendous amount of research in this regard. And they've looked at over a hundred thousand leaders around the world and from their research and their data, they have shown that statistically inspiring and motivating others to high performance is the most important aspect of extraordinary leadership.   So, it's one of those things that you'd say, “Well, that makes sense because when I'm inspired and motivated, I do my best work.” But as a leader, “What is it that I actually do to inspire and motivate others?” He’s sure the listeners have that question like, “How do I do that at a high level?”   And the number one trait that they have uncovered is making the emotional connection, similar to what he was just saying. Leaders today need to sometimes push aside their performance metrics and all of their meetings and the policies and procedures and make the emotional connection with their people, the most important thing.   And one good way that he often coaches his clients to do that is to go down and think about each person that's on their team and to assess how much of a relationship they have with each and every one of them, high, medium, or low, and how much trust is there in that relationship, high, medium, or low, and then to ask themselves, what can they do to invest more in that person emotionally, what can they do to connect with them in a way that maybe they don't have a connection today? It's amazing what comes up when you start to think about it at that level, as if it's one of the most important things you can do as a leader.   Another thing that he thinks listeners might be interested in is that the conversation around what inspires and motivates us doesn't happen very often in business today, we're expected to bring our own inspiration and motivation to our work, and absolutely the best employees are highly motivated.   But it's fascinating how as you go through life, what gets your attention changes as you move from maybe a very young age to mid age, to older age things that are important change. And so, what inspires and motivates you today may be different and good leaders stay in touch with what inspires and motivates their people by connecting with the changes that happen to them throughout their life.   And so, one way to do that is just to have a candid and curious conversation with their employees and team members about what currently inspires and motivates them. He finds a lot of leaders miss this point, because it seems like something that they feel like they don't need to talk about, but that's the problem. It is absolutely an emotional need for people to talk about what inspires and motivates them.   Me: And you want people to also feel very comfortable sharing with you because I may not feel comfortable sharing with you what motivates or inspires me if I don't trust you, which is what you alluded to at the beginning.   A big part of leadership is getting people to connect with you, but also for them to trust you. In terms of what inspires you, it means you're getting very vulnerable about what you like and what you don't like. And you typically feel more comfortable sharing that information with people who you feel you can trust, would that be fair to say?   Don agreed and stated that he loved the way Yanique put that together. Without that foundation of trust that you're speaking of, it is very hard to have a meaningful discussion about anything that's close to our heart, especially the things that inspire and motivate us. Vulnerability is absolutely a key and it's one of those skills that he finds a lot of leaders actually have to work at, it doesn't come natural for some reason, it seems like we've learned that when we get into the business world, we actually become less vulnerable. We become more professional, so to speak. That's not what people are looking for, they're looking for your heart, they're not looking for your professionalism.   Me: Why do you think leaders who are able to pretty much get a high level of productivity from their teams. There are some leaders who are not able to get that level of productivity. So, to give you an example. Yesterday I had a friend that called me and she said that her hairdresser has an employee, the young lady does really, really good in terms of her technical skills is amazing and the business owner cannot imagine this person not being in her business.   However, when I spoke to the owner, she said to me, the lady’s interpersonal skills are extremely poor. She doesn't know how to talk to people; she says things that comes over to be very disrespectful. The clients don't really like dealing with her, but she, the business owner cannot imagine her business without this person in it. And so, she wanted to know if I think training could fix this person. So, from a leader perspective, if you got a call like this, from a person like this, what would you recommend?   Don shared that his gut says that he'd like to have more information about this employee. However, just the way that you posed the case study, it sounds as though the employee has been able to perform their job without meeting some of the expectations of the job around treating the customer with respect and communicating with them at a high level.   And so, if someone's gotten away with underperforming in a certain aspect of their job, it really, to him, it seems to land on the business owner in this particular case. And the question he would have to her is like, “Are you willing to hold her accountable to a higher level, a higher standard of interaction with the customer?” If they're not, he wouldn't even waste the time on doing training or coaching or anything like that.   He thinks it starts with the business owner establishing clear expectations with all employees, not just this employee about how customers will be treated and the customer experience, and then literally holding them accountable. And if people can't do what we expect them to do, and we think they're valuable employees, then yes, training could be helpful, but only after expectations have been set. And after they attempt to hold people accountable to those expectations, what were your comments to her?   Me: So I asked her a series of questions. I asked her how long was she working with her? Before she hired her, did she get a background check to get any recommendations for how it is that she performed in previous employment? To which she said, no, she didn't have that. But then the young lady was working with her already. So to some extent there is really no recovery where that is concerned because you have firsthand how it is she's performing in any case.   Then I said to her, it sounds to me like some of the challenges you're having is not necessarily with her competency to do the job, but her attitude. And if you've spoken to her and you've indicated to her that this type of behaviour is not acceptable, your customers are not in agreement with how she's responding to him.   And she still continues to repeat the same behaviour, I'm not sure if any amount of training is going to help because at the end of the day, she has to make an intentional effort to ensure that her communication is one of the standard that you are expecting her to deliver to customers, even if she's the greatest shampooer or whatever the technical competence is required to ensure that customers walk out feeling that the service they came for was good.   But with that tangible service comes the soft side of it; “Did she pull my hair too hard? When she was speaking over me, was she speaking too roughly to me? Did she ask me questions in a tone that was just not very accommodating?” All of those things contribute to the entire experience, even if when you're washing the hair, you give it a really good wash. If how you're doing it is poor, then it takes away from the whole service experience. So, my concern was that if it's an attitude issue, I'm not sure training can fix it.   Don agreed and he was hoping that Yanique might be going that direction. It's very difficult to train for attitude and if it isn’t attitude, no problem as Yanique suggests it might be. He thinks training can be a waste of time. He did a lot of training and development throughout his career for over 20 years and he was always amazed at how little behaviour change followed training and he thinks a big part of it was what you're saying is that if people don't want to change, if they don't want to do something at a better higher level, they won't no matter how much training we actually give them.   So you're onto something, there is no doubt training does not make people change. People make people change. And he thinks that's the hardest part of leadership. And that's the hardest part of customer service is that our behaviours have to change to do it at a high level. And have you read the book Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear?   He hopes that listeners will get a copy of that. He thinks James Clear does a great job talking about our habits and what you can do to change them. And if you want to be a great leader, if you want to be a great customer service manager or great at customer service, it does require us to get better. And that means to him, changing habits, that book can be very helpful.   Me: Yeah, for sure. And I mean, the reality is our success is based on the habits that we have. So, the habits that you build upon every single day. I recently did a Facebook live and the guest was talking about changing habits and one of the questions he asked me, which was so profound Don. He said to me, you noticed how since coronavirus and the pandemic, everybody has basically had to develop a new habit overnight wearing of masks because I'm sure you were not wearing a mask prior to March 13th.   So, then he says to me, where do you keep your mask? So I said, to be honest with you, I keep it in my car because over the first few weeks I kept on leaving it, I would reach to my destination and I would say, why do I look/feel out of place?   And then I'm like, “Oh, I left my mask at home and I'm not going to turn back to get it.” So in order to ensure that I always have it, I keep it in the car because I'm not wearing it anywhere. As you know, I'm not wearing it at home. So it's clearly when I'm going on the road. And he said, you were able to develop that habit because you built it on top of other habits that you have so that you could ensure that it now became a part of your routine.   And, you know, when I looked at it from that perspective, I said, you know, that's a very good point. Because I had to find a way to incorporate this into my normal activities to ensure that it became, as he said, a part of my routine, where do you keep your mask Don?   Don shared that he keeps his mask in the car as well. He loves Yanique’s comment about habit stacking. And he thinks that's one of the things that James Clear points out. If you stack your habits, it's a much easier way to start a new habit rather than starting at all by itself, because it needs some way to get going. That's why habits are so hard. What's the old saying about old habits are strong and jealous.   Me: If you're accustomed to doing something for a very long time, and the reality is human beings, they put up a lot of resistance to change. When it's new, it's like, why should we do it this way? Even with these virtual experiences that we're all having now, predominantly my business has been operating from home for quite some time. Even before COVID, I decided to get rid of my office space and just operate from home.   And so, even when COVID came in, it wasn't a hard adjustment for me to start working from home. But people who are accustomed to going into an office from 9-5 every day, I've spoken to quite a few of my friends and even colleagues who say they don't necessarily like working from home, they prefer the blended approach, or they want to go back out to work because they miss the interaction.   And the reason I think they're saying that is because it's new, it's different; they're not accustomed to it. It makes them feel uncomfortable. And that change makes it very difficult for us to adjust. But then I've had clients who said that they've actually had a higher level of productivity from their team members since they've been working from home versus when they were physically in the space.   Don stated that he fully understands what Yanique is speaking of. And he thinks we're seeing such a change, a rapid change in the way that we do work, it's amazing. He wants to go back to what Yanique said about attitude. He wants to make sure that listeners really get the power of this. He also had a recent customer service experience where he was going through a fast food line at a restaurant to get some dinner for his grandkids.   And as he was doing that, he recognized right away that the speed of the service was very good. And he was very pleased with how quickly they were able to take his order and get him his food. But he also noticed there was something else that was happening that really delighted him. And it was an experience where the individual who was taking his order was willing to be personable with him and ask him some questions and also allow him to ask them some questions, because there was a little bit of a wait time before he can move on to the next point in the service line.   And he really enjoyed that because they became human with one another. There wasn't just an order being placed and an order being received. It was two people talking and he thought this young person has a great attitude back to your point of service because they wanted to connect with him. And he just thought that was so powerful.   He can't underestimate the power in customer service of people being interested. And he loves the word curious, and that's good, the curiosity word is so good for all of us leaders as well as customer service providers.   When asked how he stays motivated, Don stated that that's a great question. It's very simple for him and maybe it won't even resonate that much with your listeners because he’s going to give you an answer, it's called purpose.   He believes that his purpose in life is to change the world one leader at a time. And what he’s trying to do is bring greater, better leaders into the world because the world right now desperately needs good servant leaders that can bring a higher level of performance in all aspects of our society. We're so desperate for people to be peacemakers and to find ways for the world to live more in harmony, where we can take care of each other.   And so his purpose shows up every time he wakes up in the morning and he’s getting started to begin his day, he lives his life to be on purpose. And even during the difficult periods where maybe there's challenges that he didn't expect or challenges with certain clients or clients situations, he doesn't let it get to him because he recognize that it's one aspect of him being able to fulfill his purpose.   It's not a difficulty that he needs to dread, it's just something he needs to work around so that he can fulfill his purpose. And he thinks every time that he’s on purpose and I can tell you (Yanique) live her life on purpose, he'd like to hear how Yanique frames her purpose. It just makes such a huge difference in terms of the way that you do the work that you do.   Me: It does. It's funny you said that because when I started this business back in 2007, 2008, I started it because I thought about what it is that I really like to do. But I also started it because I also thought about in Jamaica, which is where I live and I was born and I've spent all of my life, customer service is challenging.   So, Jamaican people are extremely warm and friendly, but I find that in a lot of the service businesses, you don't necessarily get that warm and friendliness. It's almost like you feel like you're begging them to serve you. And so I started to think, how could I contribute to improving the quality of service in Jamaica and globally? And I started to think about a cartoon that I used to watch when I was a little girl called Care Bears. I don't know if you know it.   So my vision for the company is “To Create a More Caring World.” And it was inspired through the Care Bears. If I could be the Care Bear with that little beam on my tummy. And I'm beaming this light out to basically, as you said to change one lead at a time, but to change each company or each team member at a time that they are converted to ensuring that in every interaction they have, whether they stay at that company that I train them in, or they leave and start their own business, or they go and work for someone else. They always ensure that they deliver a high quality of service, because I think if our service experiences improved, we'll all have a better quality of life.   You'll go through the day and you will feel like, “Oh my goodness, I had a great day today. I had such good interactions. People were so accommodating. Things ran so smoothly.” And of course, if you have fewer obstacles, then you'll be less stressed. So, that's really my purpose every day to create a more caring world and I'm that Care Bear that's basically trying to beam my little light across on everyone. So yeah, I do get you when you say; it's all about your purpose.   Don agreed that it's all about your purpose and thanked Yanique for having that purpose too. What a beautiful way to live your life and to be a role model for your area. Hopefully the listeners are like, “I get that. I understand exactly why you're doing that.” He sometimes finds people will say, “Well, I'm glad you have that purpose, but that's not my purpose.” He always says, “We'll fine, find your purpose. You don't have to have my purpose.”   Me: Just figure out what it is that really drives you. There are days does, I talk to people many times and they say to me, “How do you get up and do the same thing every day? Don't, you get bored of it? Don't you get frustrated?” But I don't because I understand what my why is and it drives me every single day. Every, every article I read, if I watch something on TV, if I'm talking to someone, it all goes back to service, how we serve each other.   And so, I'm always looking for opportunities. I'm always stimulated, there's not a day that goes by that I'm not excited about doing something new in the customer experience spectrum. So I think at the end of the day, if you're really passionate about what you're doing, then of course it doesn't seem like work and you don't get de-motivated or on days when your energy might not be there, you still have some desire to want to do it because you're really passionate about it.   Don shared that he often will do some self coaching, as you kind of talk to yourself in your own head. And he will always say when he feels like there's a level of frustration or de-motivation, or just the challenge of getting through everyday life, he'll say, “Don, get on your purpose. Get back to your purpose. If you feel like you're frustrated, that means that you're just not paying enough attention to your why.” As you just called it out.   And he’s sure the listeners in Jamaica and around the world are like, “Thank you for what you do.” Without doing what you do, other people would not be telling their story. So this is why what you’re doing is so powerful.   When asked about an online resource that he could not live without in his business, Don shared that it's such a tough question because he uses so many. He was going to recommend to the listeners to go to www.zengerfolkman.com because they have so many resources around leadership.   There are many, many theories about what makes a good leader. And there are many, many books around leadership. It's like a giant ocean and he finds it overwhelming, many of his clients had done, he doesn't know what to do. There are too many things for him to focus on as a leader. And he completely gets that. And so what he often says is like, “Well, why don't we do a 360 and get some feedback from the people that you lead, including your boss and your peers. And let's ask them how you lead today and get their feedback.”   And Zenger Folkman has this wonderful 360 degree assessment that allows leaders to get an accurate perception of how other people see them as a leader, with that, and then you can determine how to put together an action plan to build new skills or to build the strengths that you currently have. And so they've written a lot of great articles and white papers about that, and all of those things reside on their website, he would highly recommend that they do that.   When asked about books that have had a great impact on him, Don shared that he used to read a whole book. He hardly does that anymore. He often read the first chapter, the last chapter, and then he'll skim read around the middle of the book a bit. A book that he cannot seem to put down, he goes back to repeatedly over and over as a very simple book, but it's called Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry.   What a great resource, one, because it gives you that self assessment at the back of it. So you can go online and take a self assessment to kind of determine your emotional intelligence level. But two, because it gives you 66 great suggestions of how you can build your emotional intelligence through new behaviours or changing your behaviour.   And he loves that because it's very application oriented. He love books that can get him to move in a direction that allows him to be a better person, better leader. So, he thinks Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry is one of those resources that the listeners could greatly benefit from.   Don shared that he really has been inspired by their conversation today about purpose. And he’s trying to put together a masterclass on how to discover your purpose because he finds that many people have not. They haven't had the fortunate experience he and Yanique have had where they actually have been able to define what it is. It seems to him that most people say, “I'm not exactly sure what my purpose is, and I don't know how to find it.”   What's the best way to decide that purpose is hard to discover. It is certainly something that is discoverable, but it doesn't just plop into your lap because you say, “I need to know my purpose.” It takes quite a bit of work and effort and reflection and searching and soul searching. And he just would like to help people in the future with a masterclass of some sort, where they could have a methodology to be able to discover what their purpose is.   Me: So how far along is that master class? Cause I'm sure I could recommend it to quite a few people.   Don shared that he has the outline. He’s just trying to figure out and actually testing some of the things that he has put into the outline with some people that are in that stage of discovery and asking them to give him feedback, like, “Was this helpful? What worked, what didn't work for you?” He finds that the discovery process for purpose seems to be pretty highly customized, so he’s having a tough time finalizing the approach because he thinks it has to have enough options to it, a variability to allow people to kind of modify the process to their personality and their style.   Me: Do you have a Facebook group?   Don shared that he doesn’t have a Facebook, he almost do everything through LinkedIn. He doesn’t have a particular LinkedIn group that he has sponsored yet. He shared that may that’s what he needs to do with purpose.   Me: That would be a great idea because then you would definitely be getting people who are specifically aligned with what you are trying to achieve. And then you'd be talking to the right people.     Don shared listeners can find him at – Website – www.donfrericks.com             LinkedIn – @donfrericks Don: Allow me to offer a gift to your listeners; the first chapter of my new book Best Boss Ever: https://bit.ly/DonFrericks   Don shared that it's interesting that he read this right before they went online together today and it's often called the Serenity Prayer. He thinks it's actually a great quote, but it's about helping reframe the things that we cannot change and the things we can change and helping ourselves stay focused on the things that we can change and trying to find the strength to do that.   It's easy to get spun up today and the way that the entire world is demanding attention and the unrest and the racism that exists and all the frustration that people are experiencing with the pandemic. And many of those items we cannot directly change, but what we can change is our attitude and our emotional attachment and what we get involved with and what we don't get involved with.   And he thinks one way to make the world a better place is to focus on the three things that you stand for is to live, love and laugh. If you bring that out, that's something that we can all control, how we live, how we love, how we laugh. And so he thinks the serenity prayer to him makes all kinds of difference and it's a good reminder to focus on what we can control.   Me: It's actually a prayer that I revert to us from time to time as well. It reminds me of the law of attraction. Whatever you think about comes about. So, if you really put these affirmations and record or repeat these different positive things on a daily basis, you're actually intentionally feeding your mind with positivity and not focusing on all the things that as you said, you don't really have any control over. 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Show Notes This week, Fiona is joined by Jacob, Brandon, Kate, and Folkman for ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)', a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future. Written by Eddy Webb, ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)' uses a traditional fantasy rules system (based on the d20 Open Game License) redesigned for streamlined play and easy character creation, with an emphasis on cooperation and action over competition and violence. You can find out more about ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)' and download the core book and additional adventures on the https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire) website. Timestamps Intro: 00:00:09 Gameplay overview: 00:01:20 Start of 'Pugmire' one-shot: 00:04:12 Outro and credits: 01:15:42 Credits The http://www.wairpodcast.com ('What Am I Rolling?') podcast was created, recorded, and edited by Fiona Howat. The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat. This episode's players were Jacob Vogts, Brandon Trent, Kate Trent, and Andrew Folkman. This episode's RPG one-shot was ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)', a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future. You can find out more about ‘https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire)' and download the core book and additional adventures on the https://www.realmsofpugmire.com/ (Pugmire) website. The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (http://www.twinmusicom.org/ (twinmusicom.org)), licensed under a https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ (Creative Commons 4.0 License). Additional music in this episode: ‘https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0CeIThqQiY (TipToes)' by Myuu If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: http://www.WAIRpodcast.com (www.WAIRpodcast.com). Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at WhatAmIRollingPodcast@gmail.com. Follow the podcast on https://twitter.com/WAIR_podcast (Twitter) and https://www.instagram.com/wair_podcast/ (Instagram) (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes. Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/WAIR_Podcast (WAIR Podcast) #AdventurersNeedNotApply

This week, Fiona is joined by Jacob, Brandon, Kate, and Folkman for ‘Pugmire’, a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future.Written by Eddy Webb, ‘Pugmire’ uses a traditional fantasy rules system (based on the d20 Open Game License) redesigned for streamlined play and easy character creation, with an emphasis on cooperation and action over competition and violence.You can find out more about Pugmire and download the core book and additional adventures on the Pugmire website.Timestamps:Intro: 00:00:09Gameplay overview: 00:01:20Start of 'Pugmire' one-shot: 00:04:12Outro and credits: 01:15:42CreditsThe 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded, and edited by Fiona Howat.The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.This episode’s players were Jacob Vogts, Brandon Trent, Kate Trent, and Andrew Folkman.This episode’s RPG one-shot was ‘Pugmire’, a tabletop role-playing game about heroic dogs in a world of fantasy adventure in the ancient future. You can find out more about ‘Pugmire’ and download the core book and additional adventures on the Pugmire website.The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.The additional music in this episode was ‘TipToes’ by Myuu.If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at whatamIrollingpodcast[@]gmail.com.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes.#AdventurersNeedNotApply

As foreign governments do more business in the United States, questions about the intersection of sovereign immunity and U.S. law will undoubtedly arise. In this episode, host Alan Pierce talks with Boston litigator Ted Folkman about an important 1st Circuit case of theirs — Merlini v. Canada — that’s been winding its way through the federal courts for more than 11 years. The case involves what would otherwise be a fairly common workers compensation claim. The difference here is that the injured party is a U.S. citizen who was working in the Canadian consulate in Boston. Even though businesses in Massachusetts are required to carry workers compensation insurance, the Canadian government is asserting the U.S. courts don’t have jurisdiction under the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act, which shields foreign governments from most actions in U.S. courts. Folkman is arguing that U.S. courts have jurisdiction under FSIA’s commercial activity exception because the employee, Cynthia Merlini, wasn’t conducting high-level Canadian business. Instead, she was working like any other administrative assistant at a U.S.-owned business. Ted Folkman is the founder of Folkman LLC and was previously a partner at Pierce Bainbridge in Boston. Special thanks to our sponsor, PInow.

As foreign governments do more business in the United States, questions about the intersection of sovereign immunity and U.S. law will undoubtedly arise. In this episode, host Alan Pierce talks with Boston litigator Ted Folkman about an important 1st Circuit case of theirs — Merlini v. Canada — that’s been winding its way through the federal courts for more than 11 years. The case involves what would otherwise be a fairly common workers compensation claim. The difference here is that the injured party is a U.S. citizen who was working in the Canadian consulate in Boston. Even though businesses in Massachusetts are required to carry workers compensation insurance, the Canadian government is asserting the U.S. courts don’t have jurisdiction under the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act, which shields foreign governments from most actions in U.S. courts. Folkman is arguing that U.S. courts have jurisdiction under FSIA’s commercial activity exception because the employee, Cynthia Merlini, wasn’t conducting high-level Canadian business. Instead, she was working like any other administrative assistant at a U.S.-owned business. Ted Folkman is the founder of Folkman LLC and was previously a partner at Pierce Bainbridge in Boston. Special thanks to our sponsor, PInow.

Johann Sebastian, gespielt mit Transistoren und Elektronenröhren. Wir widmen uns dieses Mal den ungewöhnlichen, elektro-barocken Klangwelten der 60er Jahre mit der Schallplatte "Switched-on Bach".----------------------------------------------------Wikipedia-Artikel zur Schallplattenreihe:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Switched-On_BachAlle Details zur Plattenreihe:https://www.discogs.com/de/Walter-Carlos-Switched-On-Bach/master/76226Wikipedia-Artikel zum Moog-Synthesizer:https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moog-Synthesizer50 Jahre "Switched-on Bach":https://www.deutschlandfunk.de/50-jahre-switched-on-bach-synthesizer-zwischen-pop-und.807.de.html?dram:article_id=430931----------------------------------------------------Offizielle Facebook-Seite:https://www.facebook.com/pg/ForumOrganumLive-Benachrichtigungen auf dem Telegram-Kanal:https://t.me/ForumOrganum

What a treat! Today we speak with dear friend, Dr. Scott Folkman. Scott is a good friend of mine that shares interests in Jiu-Jitsu, Holistic Health, and the quest for Knowledge. We go deeper into the discussion of meta-consciousness in this episode than we have ever gone before. Truly mind-expanding!! He and I discuss a number of topics including but not limited to; free-will, simulation theory, undoing intergenerational trauma, yoga, BJJ, and the habit traps we often fall into. What a fun time!! Thanks Scott! Enjoy folks! ThisYogaJourney on YouTube www.Mind-Ops.com Mind-Ops YouTube page --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shane-lemaster/support

Welcome to episode 32.  As promised, while the current Coronavirus situation continues to evolve and provide us with challenges, in each episode I will share with you a simple activity that you (or your pupils or your own children) can do to support your wellbeing. As many of us are spending more time in homes we share with other people, we may be getting to a point where we are more easily irritated and where rows might erupt.  Here is an activity that may help - it is best suited to adults or older children and teens as it requires quite a deep level of reflection.  This activity is adapted from Ryan Niemiec’s book Character Strengths Interventions: A field guide for practitioners (1).  Either do this as a solo reflection activity - you may wish to write down your answers (be as detailed as possible, take your time) - or you can pair up with someone, ideally not someone closely linked to the person the activity relates to.  Perhaps pair up with a friend or colleague via phone or video call and take it in turns to talk through your answers while the other person listens. Start off by thinking of a person that has hurt or offended you and think clearly about that person and the thing they have said or done that caused you hurt or offence. Look at the person and their imperfections in light of the complexity of being human - as a human being they have flaws and character strengths (see the VIA Institute on Character for more information on character strengths. What character strengths (however small) do you see in that person? Was the thing they said or did perhaps a display of one of their character strengths which they may have been over-using or using inappropriately? If you can, view this person as someone that needs to experience positive growth and transformation, or that perhaps is already working on this but gets it wrong sometimes. Now think about yourself: What character strengths did you show while the ‘offence’ took place? What character strengths are you showing right now? This activity guides us, via the use of character strengths, through a process called “positive reappraisal” which Ryan Niemic describes as “a type of meaning-based coping”.  This enables us to add perspective and balance to situations, events and our views of other people and can help us change our perception from unpleasant or stressful to harmless and possibly even beneficial.  Take the current Coronavirus pandemic, for example. Whilst the situation is undoubtedly difficult and traumatic - and for some far more than others - I have experienced many unexpected benefits and, judging by conversations and social media posts, so have many of you.  From more time connecting with people because we make a special effort to chat on the phone or via Skype/Zoom etc, to experimenting in the kitchen, to making a conscious effort to exercise, there are many things we are now doing that we weren’t doing consistently or appreciating as much before.  And for that, at least, I am hugely grateful.  Looking at these positive aspects (whilst not negating the trauma, loss and hardship we are going through) is one form of positive reappraisal. According to research by Folkman (2), reappraising stressful situation (even when the stress is severe or distressing) through a more positive lens can improve our mood (or what psychologists call “positive affect”).  When it comes to situations that have caused offence, such as in the exercise I suggest today, reappraising the situation with compassion can replace negative emotions with positive ones and can help us forgive (3). Let me know via @FlourishingED on Twitter how you get on with this week’s activity and how you are.  I’d love to hear from you! Do also get in touch if you’d like to contribute content to this podcast as a guest, particularly if you’d like to share one or more activities that can help children, parents or other teachers at this difficult time. Also look out for a special edition longer episode of the For Flourishing’s Sake podcast - it is coming soon, I promise! -  which is the audio of a virtual panel that I hosted the week before last. I look forward to catching up with you next week.  Until we speak again, be safe, be well and For Flourishing’s Sake, have as great a week as it’s currently possible to have!   References: Niemiec, R. M. (2018). Character Strengths Interventions: A field guide for practitioners. Boston, MA and Goettingen: Hogrefe Publishing. Folkman, S. (1997). Positive psychological states and coping with severe stress. Social Science and Medicine, 45(8), 1207–1221. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0277-9536(97)00040-3 vanOyen Witvliet, C., DeYoung, N., Hofelich, A., & DeYoung, P. (2011). Compassionate reappraisal and emotion suppression as alternatives to offense-focused rumination: Implications for forgiveness and psychophysiological well-being. The Journal of Positive Psychology, 6(4), 286–299. https://doi.org/10.1080/17439760.2011.577091   Everyday Hero - 60 second version (Corporate, motivational, you tube, podcast) Music by Pond5

Get to know these successful thought leaders and find out how they present themselves and their crafts as experts in their fields. Pam Thomas (http://aha.pub/PamThomas) is the owner and a mindset coach at What’s Within U. She is also an International Coach Federation (ICF) Certified Professional Coach and an intuitive. Pam conducts mindset coaching for entrepreneurs, coaches and leaders in order for them to find ways to deal with their inner dialogues and negative thinking so that they can reach their epic potentials. She helps them bust out of the blocks that stand between them and their own epicness, personally and professionally. Pam is passionate about supporting her clients so that they can rewrite their negative stories. To get in touch with her, visit https://www.whatswithinu.com/ Joe Folkman (http://aha.pub/JoeFolkman) is a psychometrician, a speaker, the president at Zenger Folkman, and a best-selling author of “The Extraordinary Leader.” Joe’s extensive work can be seen in research publications such as Forbes, The Harvard Business Review, and The Wall Street Journal’s National Business Employment Weekly. Joe helps decrease the likelihood of people leaving any organization and to help discover extraordinary leaders. He provides 360-degree feedback assessments, specifically designed for clients, are based on a database of millions of assessments of over 80,000 leaders that can facilitate change and leadership development by focusing on people’s strengths. To get in touch with him, visit https://zengerfolkman.com/ Ted Santos (http://aha.pub/TedSantos) is the chairman at The Board of Veteran CEOs, which helps chief executive officers drive new revenue growth by equipping them to execute large-scale initiatives. Ted partners with CEOs to assess their organization’s readiness to change initiatives, identify and exploit new opportunities, and ensure that these opportunities are sustainable by helping them build structures and processes that support new growth. To get in touch with him, visit http://www.turnaroundip.com/. Global Credibility Expert, Mitchell Levy is a TEDx speaker and international bestselling author of over 60 books. As The AHA Guy at AHAthat (https://ahathat.com), he helps to extract the genius from your head in a two-three hour interview so that his team can ghostwrite your book, publish it, distribute it, and make you an Amazon bestselling author in four months or less. He is an accomplished Entrepreneur who has created twenty businesses in Silicon Valley including four publishing companies that have published over 800 books. He’s provided strategic consulting to over one hundred companies, and has been chairman of the board of a NASDAQ-listed company. Mitchell has been happily married for thirty years and regularly spends four weeks in Europe with family and friends. Visit https://mitchelllevy.com/mitchelllevypresents/ for an archive of all the podcast episodes.   Connect to Mitchell Levy on: Mitchell Levy Present AHA Moments: https://mitchelllevy.com/mitchelllevypresents/ Thought Leader Life: https://thoughtleaderlife.com AHAthat Radio: https://AHAthatRadio.com LinkedIn: https://Linkedin.com/in/MitchellLevy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jessie Browning receives Amie Folkman as a guest for this awesome episode.Amie is a brave, resilient woman that is not afraid of opening up about the struggles she went through. Amie and her husband went through many miscarriages, which ended in her having to have a hysterectomy and starting to consider adoption, which wasn’t an easy road either that lead to another frustration.In today’s episode, Amie dives deep into the obstacles, the grieving and the reinvention of her life with the support of therapy, medication, and most of all, the unconditional love of her husband, family and friends. Amie shares in this thoughtful  conversation, how she became a life coach, building her self up while helping others, and delivers her knowledge about fundamental life skills, emotional intelligence and how to lead a purposeful life. Key Takeaways[1:19] Amie shares a defining moment that shifted the course of her life. [4:55] Amie faces the decision of having a hysterectomy.[6:02] Amie and her husband get ready for adopting.[7:28] Amie shares how she fell into depression and was misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder.[9:32] How does endometriosis work?[13:02] Amie talks about her experience transiting several miscarriages.[15:30] Moving forward doesn’t mean you are dealing with what is bothering you.[16:35] The moment when Amie realized she needed help.[20:10] Amie shares how she found in therapy the support she needed to change her life.[27:45] Amie talks about her family.[31:48] Amie’s husband confesses he thought about leaving her, Amie shares how she came to realize it would have been the lack of awareness of her own emotions the main reason for him to leave.[35:30] Jessie and Amie talk about the normalization of alcohol consumption. [39:20] The three things that shifted Amie ́s life.[44:11] If it is not a hell yes! It’s a no![50.10] Do you truly believe that the people around you are giving their best?[53:31] The crucial importance of healthy boundaries.[55:29] You look for validation when you are not feeling great about your own performance.[58:41] We are here to serve humanity.[1:00:39] Journaling as a healing tool.[1:03:38] How do you know you are healed?[1:09:01] When you open yourself up to the things that suck and the trauma that you went through, you can truly find joy in everything.[1:11:20] The roles of the  hero and the guide are equally important.[1:13:32] Learn how to respond and not react.[1:15:55] Amie applies her skills as a life coach at her job by welcoming emotions back into the workplace. Connect with Lajoie Society:Lajoie Society is 'Prickly & Blooming' please rate, review, and subscribe.Lajoie Society on InstagramLajoie Society on FacebookLajoie society on Twitter Learn more about Amie FolkmanAmie Folkman on InstagramAmie Folkman on Facebook

Jessie Browning receives Amie Folkman as a guest for this awesome episode. Amie is a brave, resilient woman that is not afraid of opening up about the struggles she went through. Amie and her husband went through many miscarriages, which ended in her having to have a hysterectomy and starting to consider adoption, which wasn't an easy road either that lead to another frustration. In today's episode, Amie dives deep into the obstacles, the grieving and the reinvention of her life with the support of therapy, medication, and most of all, the unconditional love of her husband, family and friends. Amie shares in this thoughtful conversation, how she became a life coach, building her self up while helping others, and delivers her knowledge about fundamental life skills, emotional intelligence and how to lead a purposeful life. Key Takeaways [1:19] Amie shares a defining moment that shifted the course of her life. [4:55] Amie faces the decision of having a hysterectomy. [6:02] Amie and her husband get ready for adopting. [7:28] Amie shares how she fell into depression and was misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder. [9:32] How does endometriosis work? [13:02] Amie talks about her experience transiting several miscarriages. [15:30] Moving forward doesn't mean you are dealing with what is bothering you. [16:35] The moment when Amie realized she needed help. [20:10] Amie shares how she found in therapy the support she needed to change her life. [27:45] Amie talks about her family. [31:48] Amie's husband confesses he thought about leaving her, Amie shares how she came to realize it would have been the lack of awareness of her own emotions the main reason for him to leave. [35:30] Jessie and Amie talk about the normalization of alcohol consumption. [39:20] The three things that shifted Amie ́s life. [44:11] If it is not a hell yes! It's a no! [50.10] Do you truly believe that the people around you are giving their best? [53:31] The crucial importance of healthy boundaries. [55:29] You look for validation when you are not feeling great about your own performance. [58:41] We are here to serve humanity. [1:00:39] Journaling as a healing tool. [1:03:38] How do you know you are healed? [1:09:01] When you open yourself up to the things that suck and the trauma that you went through, you can truly find joy in everything. [1:11:20] The roles of the hero and the guide are equally important. [1:13:32] Learn how to respond and not react. [1:15:55] Amie applies her skills as a life coach at her job by welcoming emotions back into the workplace. Connect with Lajoie Society: Lajoie Society is 'Prickly & Blooming' please rate, review, and subscribe. Lajoie Society on Instagram Lajoie Society on Facebook Lajoie society on Twitter Learn more about Amie Folkman Amie Folkman on Instagram Amie Folkman on Facebook

In this episode our Emotional Intelligence Guru, Amie Folkman helps us dive into how we should deal with angry patients. Also we dive in how to deal with our own feelings. This episode is seriously going to help every single person out there in every situation!

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Interlude presents the great chapter eight here for you this Wednesday! Investment is a tricky subject when it involves problematic artists. This week looks at how your unconscious investment in artists can actually push their success even though you consciously don’t agree with their actions. However, if this is the case then why do some controversial artists have more success than others, surely something psychological is going on… This week I wanted the opinion of the audience and the lovely @declanm003 got in the hot seat, lock in to here all things on romantic relationships, investment, and the differential push of controversial artists due to race, likeness and even severity of the abuse. LIKE FOLLOW SHARE Psychology for your h3adtop: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2017/aug/17/chris-brown-discusses-abuse-of-rihanna-i-felt-like-a-monster https://www.nme.com/news/music/lana-azealia-feud-2388415 https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/marcusjones/lana-del-rey-reacts-to-azealia-banks-criticism-of-her-with Lazarus, R. S., & Folkman, S. (1984). Stress, appraisal, and coping. New York: Springer Hwang, W. C., & Goto, S. (2008). The impact of perceived racial discrimination on the mental health of Asian American and Latino college students. Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology, 14(4), 326. Skip to page 327. https://www.tutor2u.net/psychology/reference/relationships-investment-model (Provides diagram of investment model located at the bottom) Caryl, R. (2011). The investment model of commitment processes. Handbook of theories of social psychology, 2, 218. Intro/Outro Music Producer: Siggy J @siggyjade Bed/Instrumental Artist & Producer: @unofficial_m.i @tyreeqdemariousmusic Graphic Designer/ Logo Creator: Zephyr Cheetham @cheethamzephyr Email: zephyr.cheetham@gmail.com

Minna Folkman is a real estate investor in residential rental properties. Among her various investments, she is a limited partner investor in multiple multifamily apartment properties. She is a former business development professional in the tech industry. Prior to that, she was a business analyst at Fannie Mae. She has a BA in Psychology and Economics as well as an MBA. She currently lives in San Francisco with her husband and 3 children.Connect with MinnaFacebook – Minna.FolkmanMinna.folkman@gmail.comFor today’s show, including audio and links to all the resources mentioned, visit www.limitless-estates.com/podcasts. For today’s video feed, visit our YouTube channel.To get access to our free Passive Investors Guide and monthly newsletters sign up at www.limitless-estates.comSchedule a free call with Kyle or Lalita hereTo find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal email info@limitless-estates.com.Local to Southern California? Attend our monthly meetup focused on Out of State Apartment investing. View our schedule at https://www.limitless-estates.com/events/meetupsJoin our Facebook Group - Passive Income through Multifamily Real EstateHave a question you would like answered on the show? Email us at info@limitless-estates.com.

In this wonderful interview, I have the once-in-a-lifetime privilege of interviewing the world’s foremost expert on the science of coping with stress, Dr. Susan Folkman.  Susan has a wealth of wisdom to share in this interview, which I hope you enjoy as much as I did.   More About Dr. Folkman (from UCSF website) Dr. Susan Folkman was the first full-time director of the UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine. Appointed in 2001, she retired in 2009. From 1994 to 2001 she was co-director of the UCSF Center for AIDS Prevention Studies. After receiving her PhD from UC Berkeley in 1979, she remained there as a research psychologist until moving to UCSF in 1988. She joined the UCSF faculty in 1990 as a professor of medicine. Dr. Folkman is internationally recognized for her theoretical and empirical contributions to the field of psychological stress and coping. Her 1984 book with Richard S. Lazarus, Stress, Appraisal, and Coping, is considered a classic that helped shape the field. From 2000 to2004, she served on the National Advisory Mental Health Council, and in 2010 she was appointed to the National Advisory Council for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. She has chaired or been a member of various NIH review committees and task forces, served on National Academy of Medicine and NIH workgroups, and was co-chair of the American Psychological Association task force on ethics in research with human participants. She was also the chair of the Consortium of Academic Health Centers for Integrative Medicine from 2005 to 2007. In 2010, the California Psychological Association awarded Dr. Folkman its Lifetime Achievement Award. She is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and the Association for Psychological Science.

This week, Ryan sits down with Martin and Jude Folkman, the founders of the Independent Music Awards. Martin and Jude talk to Ryan about the history of the IMAs, how winners are selected, and how artists can submit their works to be nominated. Now in its 17th Year, the IMAs are an annual celebration of the best in independent music, with its next award ceremony being held in New York City in 2019. The deadline for award submissions is December 7th! Submit your music NOW at www.independentmusicawards.com. Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show! And visit www.breakthebusiness.com to get a copy of Ryan’s Book “Break the Business: Declaring Your Independence and Achieving True Success in the Music Industry.”

Time Codes: 00:00:27 - Introduction 00:02:29 - Set up of episode 00:04:13 - Interview with Mike Freiheit 00:12:16 - Interview with Madeline McGrane 00:15:51 - Interview with Kelly Phillips and Claire Folkman 00:22:37 - Interview with Karl Christian Krumpholz 00:28:28 - Interview with Max de Radiguès 00:44:12 - Interview with Ryan Holmberg 00:59:14 - Interview with Scott Roberts 01:07:02 - Interview with Nathan Gelgud 01:16:30 - Interview with M. Dean 01:34:08 - Interview with Emi Gennis 01:41:58 - Interview with Alex Nall 01:49:24 - Interview with Ash Thomasand Sara Guzman 01:56:07 - Interview with Ellen Lindner 02:06:53 - Wrap up 02:07:43 - Contact us This past weekend, Derek attended Small Press Expo in North Bethesda, MD. While there, he interviewed a variety of creators, some of whom he didn't even know, about their recent releases and their upcoming projects. In this, the first of two on-location shows recorded at SPX, Derek talks with 15 different creators, with each brief interview lasting anywhere from 4 to about 17 minutes. Among the writers/artists/editors Derek talks with are Mike Freiheit, Madeline McGrane, Kelly Phillips and Claire Folkman, Karl Christian Krumpholz, Max de Radiguès, Ryan Holmberg, Scott Roberts, Nathan Gelgud, M. Dean, Emi Gennis, Alex Nall, Ash Thomas and Sara Guzman, and Ellen Lindner.  

Episode #033 On April 23, 2018, HBR Online published a great article by Zenger and Folkman titled 7 Traits of Super Productive People. The research included data on 7,000 people looking at 48 traits. They found the top 10% tend to do 7 things far more than the lower productive people. We'll look at the research over the next week, with one point of application each day.  A podcast I did on productivity The article the research is from You don't have time to read a short blog about productivity? Find the time to read this one!

This week we welcome back fan favorites Kelly Phillips and Claire Folkman, the duo behind Dirty Diamonds, an all-girl comic anthology. They're currently working on their 8th book, Sex. They picked our book this week, a comic by Carolyn Nowak (Girl Town, Radishes) about a woman who orders a robot companion and then tells him her secrets.  We talk about Diana's Electric Tongue, comic inspiration, running a small-press publishing company, working with your friends, Weird Al, the line between sex-themed writing and smut, and why Tom has never taken Mike for a panzarotti.  For more, check us out online, find us on Twitter or Facebook, and subscribe to the show in iTunes. Thanks for listening!

Artist Sarah Folkman joins the podcast to talk about her life growing up as "that family" in the Los Angeles suburbs, how she discovered her skill for expressing moving emotions through her painting and why you should never date someone in your band. Sarah shares about her early life, her father and brother's suicides, and how she became an evolved being who bases relationships on her connection with the person regardless of their gender.

Brad & Jarf are joined by:Ariell R. Johnson - Founder & President, Head Nerd In Charge of Amalgam Comics & CoffeehouseClaire Folkman & Kelly Phillips - Editors of Dirty Diamonds ComicsEmily K - Cartoonist, Illustrator & Designer at Feathered Hat StudiosWe've been asked by some of these remarkable women to share the Link for the fundraising site to help bring 27 creators to the Queers & Comics Conference being held in San Francisco at the California College of the Arts on April 14-15, 2017. Please check it out and help if you can.The Digressions:-Lesbian death syndrome in entertainment-Wow, these guests love cats-Winnie the Pooh is awesome-The Micheaux Mission Podcast-Why wasn't Leslie Jones a scientist in Ghostbusters?

http://enequilibriomental.net/ Quinto programa EN EQUILIBRIO MENTAL EL ARTÏCULO DEL BLOG A todos nos han dicho alguna vez que para evitar estados tristes y depresivos es importante dormir bien, salir al exterior cuando haya luz, no aislarse y hacer ejercicio a diario. Y todo esto es cierto y muy beneficioso. Una de las vitaminas más importantes es la vitamina D. La deficiencia de esta vitamina se ha relacionado con la aparición de depresión y también con presión arterial alta, diabetes, ciertos cánceres, enfermedades coronarias, fibromialgia, pérdida de masa ósea y enfermedades autoinmunes. La mejor fuente de vitamina D es la exposición de nuestra piel al sol un mínimo de 30 minutos diarios, algo que no solemos hacer a menudo en otoño y en invierno, así que si tus niveles son bajos no dudes en informarte sobre qué suplementos son los más adecuados para ti. Es importante seguir una alimentación equilibrada, saludable, rica en verduras, frutas y omega3 y baja engrasas saturadas y azúcar para conseguir todos los nutrientes que se comportarán como el mejor batallón anti tristeza. Pipas de calabaza Lentejas Nueces de Brasil Semillas de lino molidas Espinacas Cacao CURIOSIDADES CIENTÍFICAS El afrontamiento se revela como un proceso complejo y multidimensional que es sensible tanto al ambiente (demandas y recursos) como a las disposiciones de personalidad. Las formas de afrontamiento que resultan adaptativas serían aquellas que consiguen disminuir el distress fisiológico y mejorar la respuesta corporal (por ejemplo, mejorar la respuesta inmunitaria o disminuir el gasto cardiaco), minimizar las reacciones emocionales subjetivas negativas y amplificar las positivas, así como reforzar la auto-estima, aumentar recompensas y disminuir castigos o resolver los problemas y mejorar el rendimiento y ajuste social. diferentes formas de coping pueden desempeñar las mismas funciones psicológicas, o la misma forma cumplir diferentes objetivos, entre los que se plantean: a) Regulación emocional o función emocional: disminuir la afectividad negativa y aumentar la positiva; b) Resolver el problema o función instrumental; c) Proteger la auto-estima y mantener un auto-concepto como persona digna o función motivacional defensiva y d) Manejar las relaciones sociales o función de integración social (Laux y Weber, 1991). e) Conocer exactamente la realidad y aceptarla o evaluarla fiablemente o función de conocimiento/aprendizaje; f) darle un sentido, comprender y percibir el mundo como controlable, justo, y previsible o función de construcción de sentido g) construir un significado positivo, conocimiento y crecimiento personal o función de desarrollo personal o construcción del significado del mundo y de sí mismo benevolente. METODO Muestra Para realizar el análisis se incluyeron un total de 13 estudios (N = 1313) que mostraban medidas de afrontamiento presentes en los metaanálisis referenciados (Folkman y Lazarus, 1986; Carver, Scheier, y Weintraub, 1989) Procedimiento Incluimos entre 8 y 13 estudios para cada Estilo de Afrontamiento y sus efectos en Balanza de Afectos. Discusión Los resultados del meta-análisis confirman que el afrontamiento directo tiene efectos positivos pero ligeros, en particular en condiciones de control de la situación, mientras que en situaciones estables, negativas e incontrolables tiene efectos negativos. No se puede decir lo mismo de la planificación –que solo parece ser efectiva para la regulación emocional en el momento de inicio del afrontamiento de un hecho grave–, ni de la concentración de los esfuerzos, que parece solo aumentar el impacto del estrés, probablemente por una absorción exagerada en la situación estresante, que impide la gratificación y distracción. adolescentes y niños. En este sentido, el afrontamiento directo en situaciones poco controlables se parece al pensamiento mágico o desiderativo, así como a la rumiación, ambas formas de afrontamiento no adaptativas ya que implica generar planes o intentar soluciones sin posibilidad real de llevarse a cabo. afrontamiento por apoyo social, los resultados muestran que la búsqueda de apoyo instrumental, informativo y de recibir apoyo afectivo no tiene una relación positiva con la balanza de afectos. Recordemos que en nuestro caso comunicar sobre sus emociones tenía un ligero efecto positivo general. Podemos concluir, la dimensión de apoyo social, en particular si se asocia con la comunicación emocional y con la resolución de problemas, tendrá un efecto positivo moderado en la regulación emocional. afrontamiento de evitación, nuestros resultados confirman que el pensamiento desiderativo, la negación, el afrontamiento evitativo-paliativo mediante alcohol y medicamentos, son un factor de riesgo para la regulación emocional, La reevaluación o redefinición positiva se asoció en general a una balanza de afectos satisfactoria. Aunque enfatizar los aspectos positivos ante hechos que hay que aceptar y no se pueden modificar es positivo, lo es de forma más marcada en personas que están en una etapa media del ciclo vital –o que enfrentan perdidas relacionales– En relación con la rumiación y auto-responsabilización, los resultados confirman que la alta auto-observación y atribución interna de hechos estresantes es disfuncional para la regulación afectiva, al igual que el metaanálisis de Penley et al, (2002), con valores similares (aunque estos autores utilicen un indicador más fiable de tres ítem) encontraron que el auto-criticarse, se asociaba a un peor ajuste psicosocial en niños y adolescentes. Con respecto a la aceptación desesperanzada, nuestros resultados sugieren que no es tanto la aceptación de la realidad, sino que el componente de sentirse desbordado y desesperanzado, incapaz, lo que es negativo para la regulación emocional. Por otra parte, el aislamiento social se asoció negativamente a la regulación emocional, si bien destacaba como menos adaptativo su componente conductual evitativo, Con respecto a la regulación afectiva, encontramos que la inhibición emocional tenía efectos negativos. el auto-control se asociaba positivamente a la salud física, mientras que se asociaba negativamente al bienestar psicológico. El auto-control o supresión emocional puede ayudar a concentrarse en buscar soluciones y no quema la red social, facilitando en parte la búsqueda de apoyo instrumental e informativo. Sin embargo, al impedir la comunicación verbal sobre las emociones, limita la búsqueda de apoyo afectivo, la formación de lazos de intimidad, así como puede asociarse a sensaciones de aceptación desesperanzada, por lo que tiene efectos psicológicos o emocionales negativos Ante hechos negativos de pérdidas o enfermedades graves, la descarga afectiva redunda en un empeoramiento de la afectividad, probablemente porque quema las redes de apoyo y produce un contagio emocional . La búsqueda de información se asocia positiva y ligeramente a la balanza de afectos, en particular a menor edad . La búsqueda de información se asocia positiva y ligeramente a la balanza de afectos, en particular a menor edad CONCLUSIONES Podemos concluir con bastante seguridad, sobre la base de los tres meta-análisis, que la evitación cognitiva y conductual, el aislamiento social, la aceptación resignada, la confrontación y descarga emocional y el autocriticismo, se asocian de forma moderada a una peor regulación afectiva, es decir, a más afectividad negativa y menos positiva, a más depresión, ansiedad y en niños y adolescentes a más problemas de conducta y a peor rendimiento. El afrontamiento directo y la redefinición y reevaluación positiva, el crecimiento personal, tienen efectos positivos ligeros en la regulación afectiva en nuestro contexto y en niños y adolescentes norteamericanos, en particular en condiciones de control de la situación, mientras que en situaciones estables, negativas e incontrolables tiene efectos negativos la planificación para resolución de problemas no tiene efectos positivos en la regulación afectiva ni en el meta-análisis anglosajón ni en el nuestro. En cambio, en nuestro contexto, el refrenar el afrontamiento refuerza la regulación emocional, mientras que concentrarse en el problema y absorberse en él la debilita. Finalmente, la búsqueda de apoyo social no se asocia claramente a la regulación afectiva en general, aunque sí lo hace en nuestro contexto el expresar y verbalizar las emociones –diferente del descargar y confrontar la afectividad negativa. Lo mismo sucede en niños y adolescentes, con el apoyo social incorporado a la expresión emocional y a la solución del problema. Nuestro meta-análisis ha servido para ampliar la validez externa de los resultados de los meta-análisis anglosajones. CONCEPTO DE LA SEMANA Las emociones son reacciones psicofisiológicas que representan modos de adaptación a ciertos estímulos del individuo cuando percibe un objeto, persona, lugar, suceso, o recuerdo importante. Tres sistemas de respuestas Cognitivo Fisiológico Conductual Emociones básicas Alegría Tristeza Miedo/ansiedad Asco Ira. Las conductas impulsadas por la emoción pueden tener efectos a corto y a largo plazo. Cuando suponen una reducción de una emoción desagradable o un incremento de una emoción agradable, nuestro cerebro refuerza la aparición del impulso. El problema es cuando los efectos a largo plazo de estas conductas son negativos. LA PREGUNTA DE LA SEMANA ¿Cómo ser feliz? 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 1 septiembre, 2015 por Jesús Matos 1 comentario 0Share 19Share Tweet 0Pin 0Share 0Share Sonja Lyubomirsky es una de las referentes de la psicología positiva a nivel mundial. Ha dedicado su carrera a la investigación de las causas que determinan el bienestar de las personas. Según el modelo de bienestar que propone, un 50% de nuestro bienestar total viene impuesto por la genética, un 10% por nuestras circunstancias y un 40% por la actividad diaria que realizamos. Nuestra genética es inmodificable y nuestras circunstancias vitales son difíciles de cambiar a corto plazo pero tenemos gran influencia en nuestra actividad diaria. Lyubomirsky propone 12 actividades que nos pueden ayudar a mejorar nuestro bienestar: 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 1: Expresar gratitud: Aprender a dar las gracias por lo que tenemos a nuestros iguales. Hacer un esfuerzo por agradecer a los demás o a nosotros mismos las cosas positivas que disfrutamos 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 2: Cultivar el optimismo: Aprender a imaginar un futuro mejor. Aprender a ver la vida con las gafas de la positividad. 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 3: Evitar pensar demasiado y evitar la comparación social: Dejar de perder tiempo con preocupaciones y comparaciones injustas. Dejar de gastar energía en estos menesteres. 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 4: Practicar la amabilidad: Empezar a hacer cosas buenas por los demás sin esperar nada a cambio. Notarás como el medio social te devuelve aquello que das. 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 5: Cuidar las relaciones: Las relaciones sociales son como un jardín. Para que florezcan debemos dedicarle tiempo y cariño. Pongámonos a ello. 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 6: Desarrollar estrategias para afrontar: La mejor manera de solucionar los problemas es afrontándolos. Cuando damos la espalda a las dificultades estas rara vez nos dejan en paz, así que lo mejor es plantarles cara y superarlas. 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 7: Aprender a perdonar: Para desprendernos de la ira o la culpabilidad escribiremos una carta de perdón dirigida a los demás o a nosotros mismos. 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 8: Hacer más actividades que realmente te atraigan: Muchas veces por pereza o por falta de tiempo nos vemos apocados a una rutina ausente de actividad reforzante. Rompamos con eso. 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 9: Saborear las alegrías de la vida: Aprender a apagar el piloto automático y disfrutar cada minuto de nuestro día a día. 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 10: Comprometerte con tus objetivos: Dedicar tiempo al día o a la semana a tus objetivos a largo plazo. 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 11: Practicar la religión o la espiritualidad: dedicar tiempo a leer o a meditar sobre esta temática ha demostrado ser muy eficaz para incrementar el bienestar. 12 actividades científicamente probadas para ser más feliz 12: Ocuparte de tu cuerpo: Hacer ejercicio físico frecuentemente. Puede que algunas de estas actividades te parezcan absurdas o cursis, pero otras a lo mejor te parecen atractivas. No es necesario hacer las 12, con elegir las que mejor se adapten a ti es suficiente. Dediquémonos un rato al día a mejorar nuestro bienestar. Recuerda que la felicidad no es una meta, es un camino, una actitud, que requiere trabajo diario.

Student are having difficulty getting their heads around this part of the course, as based on regular questions I have fielded from my own students, students I tutor + students at various lectures I have given recently. This podcast attempts to break down and simply the elements of this model.

Keeping small commitments or having small personal victories is one of the quickest ways to reaise self esteem. Today we ask Rachel about this idea. She has some great insight on how making and keeping these commitments has madde a difference in her life. She talks about the importance of making both short and long term commitments and, when we mess up, giving ourselves the same breaks that we would give someone else. We want to thank Rachel for spending time with us and sharing her experience and insight on the podcast.

We are happy to have Rachel back with us again. Last week Rachel talked about how she realized that the paradigm, or worldview that she was living by was not working for her and how she changed it. Today she joins us to talk about the importance of making choices that take you toward what you really want in life. We also talk about how much relationahips effect the self esteem of teenage girls.

Today we return to the content of our book, Dropping Him, Finding Me. We ask our special guest, Rachel (you will recognize her voice), how she was able to overcome many of the typical issues that teenage girls face. She is a great example of all four of the pillars of self esteem that we talk about in our book.