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BenGreenfieldFitness.com/donnamills You've no doubt heard me talk on podcasts before about my epic massages. We're talking essential oils, carefully selected musical tracks for healing the body, an acoustic sound healing table, a pulsed electromagnetic field mat, and a variety of specific plant medicine compounds and supplements for relaxing the body and turning a massage into a full body, mind and spiritual reboot and cleansing. But I haven't talked much about the wizard (wizardess, I should say) behind-the-scenes. Her name is Donna Mills, and she is my massage therapist, the most unique and talented therapist I've ever worked with, and my guest on this podcast. Donna lives in the aesthetically stunning Pacific Northwest, specifically in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. She is a woman committed to all things that elevate human consciousness. She is a practitioner of the healing arts, an advocate for civil conversations, and a community educator. Donna is the founder of HumanWell Integrative Healing where she sees private clients healing through trauma and grief. On the community consulting side of HumanWell, Donna designs integrative workplace wellness programs for large and small businesses. The name HumanWell was created out of her unwavering need to know “How do we human well? We can see where we are missing the mark in society, but where and how are we getting it right?” Donna is a social healing practitioner, a narrative disruptor, and a cultural change agent. She is here to invite society into a deeper conversation about civility and connectivity. She believes that, “and justice for all” means just that. For all. She is a fierce advocate for a new narrative of economic justice that elevates our collective human wellness and ability to thrive. Donna is a Lay Pastoral Minister through the Unitarian Universalist Association and is ordained to perform many celebrations of life, from partner unions to end of life doula services. In this work she gently guides humans through the sacred journey of living and dying. She is often called upon to share her insightful wisdom on the divine, and serves this world with a deep commitment to humanity. Donna aligns and connects to Source Spirit as High Priestess in her Pagan faith. She also describes herself as a mystic, a tarot reader, an intuitive healer, and a conscious thought leader for these changing times. She practices a very intentful and cyclical lifestyle that includes loads of joy, playful exploration, good food, and always, always, more beautiful humans. She excels at growing food and wild foraging, loves to be on the water, is a collector of smiles, and can be found spending teatime with her favorite feline, Professor Moosey Softpaws. During this discussion, you'll discover: -How Donna developed her unique therapeutic approach…14:00 -Donna's self-work routine...17:35 -Donna's unique massage practices...19:25 -About Donna's coursework programs...34:00 -How Donna healed Ben's very injured toe...38:00 -Why massage sometimes brings up emotions or trauma release...43:55 -Supplements, products and technology Ben and Donna use during massage treatments...49:50 -How to work with Donna...1:10:40 -And much more…   Episode sponsors: -The Boundless Cookbook -Kion -Four Sigmatic -JOOVV -Water and Wellness Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for Donna or me? Leave your comments at BenGreenfieldFitness.com/donnamills and one of us will reply!

Staying fit and healthy is important, we all know that. However, for some, slogging away in the gym or running a marathon seems more like torture than enjoyment. My guest today in Conversation, is my very good friend, Donna Connolly from Retirement Reflections.Donna found a passion for hiking when she was inspired by a friend to attempt the famous Camino Trail. Despite coming from a low base, Donna and her husband Richard, set the goal of hiking the Camino. In our conversation, we discussed:How Donna found a passion for hikingWhat the Camino Trail is and how it was more than just a physical experience. Tips for starting hiking and preparing for a CaminoThe health benefits that are exclusive to hikingHow hiking helped Donna overcome the negative impact of COVID What does being a Women Living Well After 50 means to DonnaConnect with DonnaRetirement Reflections Website Facebook • Twitter • Linked In • Pinterest • Instagram Connect with SueWomen Living Well After 50Facebook CommunityInstagram

On this episode of Turbo Charged MD we sat down and chatted with Donna White, the founder of the BHRT Training Academy. Donna is the author of The Hormone Makeover book, has built 4 very successful BHRT practices and is an internationally known speaker. She is the founder of the BHRT Training Academy. Subjects discussed with Donna on the episode includes: How Donna got into the field of bioidentical hormones. Why she started BHRT Training Academy. Why should practitioners take time to learn BHRT and offer it as additional service to their patients. Is BHRT actually lucrative? What can providers expect from a financial standpoint? How is the BHRT Training Academy different from other training opportunities? For providers thinking about learning BHRT, what are the bottom line basics they need to know to get started. Are there any safety issues with the use of hormones that providers need to worry out? To find out more about the BHRT Training Academy please visit them at https://bhrttrainingacademy.com or call 855-438-2478. For all of your marketing and sales solutions, call Medical Marketing Solution at 888-292-1147 or visit us at www.medicalmarketingsolution.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rich-force/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rich-force/support

For many of us, our business may not be our first career. In fact, we may have spent many years in the corporate world before starting our own business, and that’s what we’re talking about on today’s podcast. Nicole is talking with Donna Clark, a self-described “backstage business boss” who helps her clients stay in their lane of creative genius. She is an award-winning producer and founder of a brick-and-mortar nonprofit children’s theatre arts academy who took her producing skills to the digital world and launched her own online children’s camp digital membership called the Creative Camp Clubhouse and a Drama Club In A Box digital course. Donna and Nicole discuss: -What it’s like to burn out after years in your first career -Living in an unsupportive marriage and how Donna took the initiative and went after her dreams -How Donna identifies what her clients need and how her unique skills can help them -How she keeps her clients in their zone of genius -How to take your skills from your career and transfer them to your second act To stay in touch with Donna Clark, please listen to her podcast, The Backstage Business Boss on iTunes, Spotify, and all other platforms where podcasts are available. To hear more from Nicole and get access to tons of free training and content, join our free Facebook Community at www.innerceogroup.com.

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Tony has a chat with the owner of a voice that anyone who has ever ridden the Shinkansen (bullet train) will have heard numerous times: voice actor and singer Donna Burke. About Donna Burke Donna Burke is an Australian singer and voice actor based in Japan. Her voice can be heard in numerous high profile projects, including major Japanese commercials and highly successful video games such as Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. Donna is also widely known as the person who does the English language announcements for Japan's famous Shinkansen (bullet train). Topics Discussed How Donna uses her "Shinkansen voice" to surprise people in Japan How it was that Donna ended up living in Japan On being a wedding singer in Japan in the mid-90s Making the transition to doing songs for Japanese commercials What it was like producing demo tapes in the '90s and 2000s Donna's experience doing voice work for Shenmue The importance of getting a good recommendation as a voice actor Whether it has become more competitive to be a voice talent in the Japanese game industry in recent years Working on the Metal Gear Solid franchise Dealing with the success and fame that came with working on the Metal Gear Solid franchise "Glassy Sky 2020" Donna's drive to always be working on new projects and creating Working as a lyricist The importance of letting go of one's ego when creating and writing What it has been like working with the Tokyo Philharmonic and performing with orchestras in the U.S. How Donna started selling heat pads via her company Hotteeze Donna's ideas for an ad campaign to promote Hotteeze How freqyently Japan Railways has Donna do new recordings for the Shinkansen And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To stay up to date with all of Donna's projects, make sure to follow her on Twitter. Also, you can find more information about her on her official website. Donna Burke on Twitter (@DB_singer_actor) Donna Burke Website Donna regularly uploads videos to her YouTube channel, so don't forget to check it out. Donna Burke YouTube Channel If you'd like to learn more about Donna's kairo (heat pad) business, then check out the Hotteeze website via the link below. Hotteeze Website If this episode got you curious about what it's like being a fake priest in Japan, then you'r ein luck because there's an episode of Ichimon Japan exactly about that topic. The episode features an interview with a Canadian who has experience working as a fake priest at Japanese weddings. What’s it like being a “fake priest” in Japan? | Ichimon Japan 04 Check out the two latest episodes of Ichimon Japan via the link below. Who got it more wrong: MatPat or Tony? (Revisiting the Curse of Colonel Sanders) | Ichimon Japan 32 What annoys you about living in Japan? (Part 1: Bookstores, Ice Cream Floats, Repetitive Language, & More) | Ichimon Japan 33 If you would like to check out the Kimito Designs shop, then use the link below. Visit KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Donna Burke Featured image: Courtesy of Kilara Sen Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com  

#025: What are you doing to invest in yourself? We're living in a world with readily available information that you can easily use to break through your challenges. It is important to understand that only you hold the key to create what you need to have both personally and professionally. In this episode of Beyond the Culture with Dr. David M. Walker, we have Donna Bellinger, a businesswoman, a revenue accelerator, a professional speaker, and an author. She specializes in working with people who've hit the wall in both personal and professional growth. Donna shares her story from ‘rags to riches' and how she now uses it to help impact other women's lives. Listen in to learn the importance of financial literacy and how you can use smart networking to breakthrough business. Quotes: ·       “With the right attitude, the circumstances do not matter.”- Donna [20:38]·       “Information acquired but not acted upon is just a souvenir.”- Donna [24:34]What you will learn in this episode: ·       [2:24] Donna describes her upbringing as diverse with a lot of experience.·       [4:41] She narrates her story of how she went from daughter to mother, mother to leader- leading sales teams, and now taking control of everything around her. ·       [11:07] How Donna's rags to riches story have helped impact the lives of many women.·       [13:59] How she helps experts communicate their solutions to their clients and teaches sales to various groups and corporations.·       [18:49] Learning how to be open and willing to create what you need to have.·       [22:47] The importance of investing in yourself before looking for a mentor.·       [25:36] Donna shares how a lack of financial literacy held her back when she first started which is why she insists on the importance of financial education.·       [29:23] She talks about her book You Lost Me @ Hello which talks about smart networking to breakthrough business.·       [34:22] She describes some of her favorite authors on positivity and marketing.·       [37:16] Why you shouldn't allow people who don't have the authority to tell you, yes, to tell you no. Relevant Links:Websites: https://donnasmithbellinger.com/  https://askdsb.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnasmithbellinger/ 

Are you ready to learn the secrets Keto Decoded member Donna used to lose 2 full pants sizes in only 3 weeks? Stay tuned to this episode of Chat the Fat because we’re breaking down all of the big victories Donna has had since learning how to keto the right way for her big results. In episode 69 we talk about: Donna’s success in the past 2 Keto Challenges, where she lost 12 lbs and 17.8 lbs in back to back challenges Donna’s 50 lb total weight loss success to date after learning to follow keto the right way Other non-scale victories, including improved constipation (and how she accomplished this when nothing else worked) and dropping 3 full pants sizes just during the Keto Challenge alone. How Donna added an intermittent fasting routine to her plan and which plan works for her now for continued success in reaching her goal Which strategies are helping her find success with keto now, as opposed to what didn’t work when she tried keto in the past Links Mentioned: Digestion Course Keto Decoded Keto Challenge

Be honest, are you where you thought you'd be at this point in life? If not, you are not alone. So many of us dream of a different life, yet here we are again, dreading waking up and going to that job that we hate, knowing that it's not what we're meant to be doing but not knowing how to break free. Are those 6 figure business owners drinking margs on the beach while cashing checks just lucky? How did they get to that point? Donna Brodbeck, one of those successful 6 figure boss babes, says that it is FAR from luck. Donna, my awesome business coach, shares with us her journey from absolute rock bottom, literally begging God for another chance at life and not to let her die, to where she is today- in a healthy relationship, traveling the world, absolutely loving what she does every day. Tune in to this episode of Slaying Your Side Hustle to hear: -Donna's struggle with imposter syndrome and "comparisonitis" in her first few years of life coaching -How Donna found her first niche in coaching in narcissistic abuse recovery and what led her to eventually pivot to business coaching -Why Donna hesitated for months to pivot her business and how she eventually changed her mindset and did it -How even at this level, Donna still catches herself self-sabotaging her success out of fear -What Donna's "freedom lifestyle" ACTUALLY looks like -Donna's first experience of going on Facebook Live absolutely TERRIFIED By the end of this episode you will learn the common traits successful entrepreneurs have, how to know if you're doing what you're truly meant to be doing, and how your painful past experiences actually serve you. Plus, you'll get some SERIOUS motivation to drop your excuses, get your ass in gear and start going for what you want!! Connect with Donna Brodbeck Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Donnalesa1111 Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PowerhouseBusinessWomen/ Listen to her podcast, Amplify Her: https://www.donnabrodbeck.com.au/podcast Connect with Olivia Powell Instagram: @OliviaPowellCoaching (https://www.instagram.com/oliviapowellcoaching/) Facebook group: “Slaying Your Side Hustle” (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1262823320498060/) Email: OliviaPowellCoaching@gmail.com

Rosita Arvigo, is a Doctor of Naprapathy, ethnobotanist, spiritual healer, author of 8 books on traditional healing of Central America, and she is the founder of The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® & the Arvigo Institute. Donna Zubrod is a nationally certified, North Carolina Licensed Massage & Bodywork Therapist, a DONA certified Birth Doula, and a certified practitioner and teacher of the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy. Her practice, Seven Generations Massage & Birth, offers support towards positive reproductive and digestive health experiences and outcomes from menarche, throughout the childbearing years, to menopause and beyond. She helps couples with fertility challenges to successfully conceive and nurtured expectant mothers during pregnancy through postpartum. In today’s episode I share a special interview with both Dr. Arvigo and Donna. We focus on abdominal therapy for fertility and period pain, and how it differs from conventional medical treatments. Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today! Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.   Topics discussed in today's episode: What is The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®? The process of Arvigo® Therapy How you need proper hemodynamics to find homeostasis within the body What inspired Donna to conduct her observational study on measuring the affects of Arvigo® Therapy on the menstrual cycle parameter  Some of the factors she had the 10 participants track during their cycles How Donna measured the effects for each participant Why goal of the study was to see if abdominal therapy had any effects on the menstrual cycle Was ovulation confirmed during the study? The importance of self-care by the participants during the study Did the participants have less painful period during the study? What were some of the results that stood out to Donna? How does abdominal therapy potentially improve mucus production or luteal phase length? How can Arvigo® bring women with extreme menstrual pain back to a normal cycle The importance of getting informed and being an active participant in your health Connect with Dr. Rosita Arvigo & Donna Zubrod: You can connect with Dr. Arvigo on her website and on the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy website.   You can connect with Donna on her Website, and on Facebook.   Resources mentioned: You Can Do It! Doulas Workshop FFP 050 | Journeys in Healing | Arvigo® Therapy for Fertility and Pregnancy | Donna Zubrod & Diane MacDonald FFP 018 | Arvigo Abdominal Therapy | Vaginal Steaming | Traditional Maya healing for Fertility and Menstrual Cycle Irregularities| Dr Rosita Arvigo Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Program The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize your Fertility | Audiobook | Lisa Hendrickson-Jack The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility (Book) | Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Get The First chapter of The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE | thefifthvitalsignbook.com Related podcasts & blog posts: FFP 257 | Mercier Therapy for Pelvic Pain and Infertility | Dr. Jennifer Mercier, ND, PhD FFP 248 | Abdominal Therapy for Fertility, Conception, and Emotional Healing | Andrea Thompson FFP 202 | Vaginal Steaming for Period Problems | Steamy Chick | Keli Garza FFP 067 | Healthy Menstruation | Fertility Awareness | Fertility Massage Therapy | Rachel Eyre FFP 050 | Journeys in Healing | Arvigo® Therapy for Fertility and Pregnancy | Donna Zubrod & Diane MacDonald FFP 018 | Arvigo Abdominal Therapy | Vaginal Steaming | Traditional Maya healing for Fertility and Menstrual Cycle Irregularities| Dr Rosita Arvigo   Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic   A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now. Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!  

Donna Griffit is by far one of the best storytellers experts in the tech industry. period. full stop. From turning executives’ Linkedin’s profile upside down to building pitch decks that get companies funded and compelling the stories that made some of the world’s most well-known companies skyrocket (and one spaceship) - she’s done it all. If you think I’m hyping our guest - you can just visit her website and break your finger while scrolling to what seems like an infinite scroll of testimonials. In this episode, Donna shares why a good is a bigger asset to your company than you imagine and how it can literally change your entire company’s path. Think about a situation where every investor is actually rooting for your company because your caught their attention, or every person you have a small talk with becomes an advocate for your company. Yup, a good story can do that! Plunge into this week’s episode to learn how to craft your company’s story and get more attention. In this episode you’ll learn: What does storytelling mean for a startup Why having a good story early on will change your company’s path How to tell if your story is good or not The rules for creating a winning & compelling story What are the ancient story archetypes will all love How to think about your story for B2B and B2C companies How Donna used value-giving to get her brand out there Lessons from working with major global tech brands

Although having more events on the books certainly gets your business name out there, is it really what you want? Growing your wedding business bigger isn't always better, and in this week's episode of the This Week In Weddings podcast, we're chatting with a wedding photographer who discovered just that. Wedding photographer Donna Von Bruening grew her business to more than 100 weddings in a year, then realized being overworked with little free time on her calendar wasn't the life she wanted. After some work with a business coach to get to the bottom of what she wanted her business to look like, she scaled back, eliminated some overhead, and reduced her workload while increasing her profits. About our guest:  Recognized as one of the South’s premier wedding photographers, Donna Von Bruening provides a bespoke and sincere photographic experience for her cherished clients.   People are drawn to her striking, clean imagery of relationships and emotion…between people and places. A graduate of The Ohio State University School of Journalism, she has found success with her photojournalistic approach for 18 years. Her work is featured regularly in print and online; however, she cares most about how her clients feel when they hold her prints in their hands.   Donna calls the salty Savannah marshes home, where the light is gold, but travels often for client events. She cherishes her husband of 21 years, her two teenage sons and their Cavapoo, Archie. In this episode, listeners will hear about: Donna's background and experience in the wedding industry How Donna's business grew over time by adding associate photographers to her roster What Donna's business looked like at the busiest point, doing more than 100 weddings in a year The steps Donna took to intentionally scale back her business, taking on fewer events and having a smaller team Want to connect with Donna? On the web: https://donnavonbruening.com/  Instagram: @donnavonbruening Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DonnaVonBruening 

It’s not always easy to spot the path you’re meant to take, even when it’s laid out, right in front of you. Sometimes, you just can’t see it… and yet, your instincts tell you it’s there. So when you’re provided with a shot to give it a try, you somehow know to take it. And, once taken, it’s abundantly clear that you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. This is the path Donna Barton Brothers took to become one of the most successful female jockeys of all time.   The daughter of one of the US’s first licensed female jockeys who, to this day, is revered as a living legend. The sister of two successful jockeys in their own right. Married to a top trainer. And herself still numbered among the most successful female jockeys of all time, Donna not only recognizes the role Thoroughbred racing has played throughout her life – she is extraordinarily grateful for the people, the industry, and for the horses, themselves.    These days, as Donna says, she has the best job on Earth – reporting for ESPN, NBC Sports, and TVG Network, the victories, as well as the heartbreaks, and the behind-the-barn stories of the very people she’s called family, friends, and colleagues throughout her life. And she does it with the same intensity and determination – and, now, terrific joy – that she once burst from the starting gates on the back of a sleek Thoroughbred.     Topic of Discussion: [1:49] When racing became Donna’s passion. [5:45] Did Donna ever read any of Walter Farley’s books? [7:50] Donna’s first horse — a Shetland pony. [10:25] Donna’s journey with horse racing and what it has meant to her. [12:13] How horse racing led to meeting her husband. [13:15] Being a jockey — not just a profession, but a lifestyle. [18:35] The gamble in every horse race: the danger of being a jockey. [23:01] The recognition of mortality vs. the joy of riding. [26:58] About Donna’s mother. [28:20] Sharing her success with her mother, the 6th licensed female jockey in the U.S. [30:30] About Hennessy, one of the most famous horses Donna rode, and the 1995 Breeders' Cup Juvenile race against Unbridled’s Song. [30:33] A cute story about the pony Elise bought for her daughter: a small Welsh pony mare named Little Bit. [35:37] The horses that stand out in Donna’s memory and the rapport jockeys need to build with each individual horse. [39:57] Donna’s funny but touching story about a horse she rode, Trick Artist. [42:50] The thing about being a great jockey according to Donna. [44:08] Why Donna thinks the Triple Crown has proven to be so elusive. [47:07] Donna’s description of what a "stalking position" is and overall racing strategies. [49:04] The lack of presence of women in racing and what Donna thinks might factor into this. [55:21] CNN’s video on female jockeys and how it struck Elise; the apparent attitudes about female jockeys. [57:47] How Donna made the move into her current position of racing correspondent. [1:02:04] How Donna manages to remain professionally detached in her interviews. [1:04:27] The incredible experience of talking with the winning riders and how Donna manages to squeeze in all her questions in the small timeframe TV news allots for each interview. [1:09:04] Donna’s measure of success: what success looks like to her. [1:11:35] What’s next for Donna. [1:13:30] Donna’s advice to young girls interested in becoming involved in horse racing and the challenges young women face getting into the industry. [1:18:23] Where to find Donna online.   Know Someone Inspirational, Whose Life Has Been Forever Changed Because of Horses? Because of Horses would love to get to share their story! To recommend someone please send an email to elise@becauseofhorses.com.   Discover More About this Week’s Guests —  Donna Barton Brothers Website: DonnaBrothers.com Twitter: @donnabbrothers   Mentioned in this Episode: The American Quarter Horses Association’s World Championship Show Hambletonian Stakes Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event FEI World Equestrian Games Dick Francis, Author Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance  Backside Learning Center 1995 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Race, Unbridled’s Song and Hennessy The Triple Crown Thoroughbred Women’s Network Fasig-Tipton   Like what you hear? Because of Horses would love to hear your feedback! Please email elise@becauseofhorses.com to send Because of Horses your thoughts.   To Support the Podcast: ● Donate on Patreon to help keep Because of Horses running — all amounts are welcome! ● Subscribe: RSS Feed, iTunes, Google Play, TuneIn, Stitcher, and Player FM

I'm excited for you to meet art  teacher and anointed Pinterest Art Queen, Donna Staten. Donna is an art teacher from Austin, Texas who is known for her HUGE following on Pinterest. And because of her Pinterest efforts, Donna has been invited to be a part of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Teacher Advisory Council. Pretty impressive, right? This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how Donna grew her Pinterest following to over 100K followers. (Hint: it takes some time! ) She also outlines her top ten best practices for growing a following and ways that Pinterest can be used in the art room.   IN THIS SHOW YOU'LL LEARN: - How Donna discovered Pinterest and why the platform initially appealed to her - Who she builds her Pinterest boards for and if a blog is really necessary - How Donna organizes her boards and what she would do different if she was only using Pinterest for herself - What are “Secret Boards” and how they can be used in the classroom - What three major upgrades did Pinterest make to help art teachers - Donna’s 10 basic tips for teachers using Pinterest - What you shouldn’t pin on your boards and her advice regarding privacy and professionalism - Proper Pinterest etiquette - How much time it takes Donna to “pin” (she has over 120,000 of them to date)! - How various opportunities have come Donna’s way all because of her activity on Pinterest LISTEN TO THE SHOW: Donna's Top Ten Pinterest Tips: 1. Keep each board specific 2. Always preview images and videos 3. Don't pin anything that is not kid-friendly 4. Be careful about joining group boards-you have no control over the content 5. Don't pin anything that has questionable copyright issues 6. Give credit when possible and try to link from the original source 7. Use secret boards to hide content from your students as they are likely to find your boards on Pinterest 8. Keep comment professional. Just commenting "cute" clutters up the boards 9. Don't just rein. Try to pin your own content. 10. Follow Pinterest Etiquette and report spammers   SHOW NOTES:  Donna’s Pinterest Page Donna’s LinkedIn Donna’s Twitter Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) TeachingPartners Art Teacher Professional Learning Network (PLN)  

Donna Schwartz of Music Teachers’ Resource Guide joined me for a great, passionate conversation about the importance of music education. In this episode, we cover: How Donna got into music education Why she got out of music education, and how her side trip helped her Why Donna left New York for California Why this music educator will never […] The post Donna Schwartz, part 1 appeared first on Kathleen Heuer.

Listen to this interview to learn: How Donna bounced back from losing her mother, her fiancé, her home and her retirement funds. The 5 E's that will provide you with a map to bounce back from loss. A few of the unexpected benefits of writing a book for an expert looking to break into a larger arena. The key to overcoming the shame of loss. A surprising distinction between a life or business loss and the feeling of grief. Important things NOT to say when someone you care about is bouncing back from loss. Donna Marie Thompson talks with Bill Ringle about bouncing back from loss.

Listen to this interview to learn: How Donna bounced back from losing her mother, her fiancé, her home and her retirement funds. The 5 E's that will provide you with a map to bounce back from loss. A few of the unexpected benefits of writing a book for an expert looking to break into a larger arena. The key to overcoming the shame of loss. A surprising distinction between a life or business loss and the feeling of grief. Important things NOT to say when someone you care about is bouncing back from loss. Donna Marie Thompson talks with Bill Ringle about bouncing back from loss.