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Maria Bonilha used to be a freelancer trying to make ends meet. When she joined SOMBA Accelerator in the spring of 2020, she had a list with only 20 names on it and zero 1-1 clients. Today, she runs a 6 figure business, has built a team and created an ascension model with several successful programs.  In this episode of the 6 Figure Breakthrough Series, Maria shares how she successfully launched her first mastermind program and signature academy, scaling her business to 6 figures in 12 months.  In this Episode of The Sigrun Show: Why Maria joined SOMBA Kickstart (2:51) Why SOMBA Kickstart is also for people who are further along in their business (4:04) How Maria started out and her transformation (5:35) What Maria was earning as a freelancer vs. what she's earning today (8:45) How Maria's life has changed since she started her online business (11:01)  Why Maria's business doesn't feel like “work” (12:54) Maria's goal (14:25) If Maria can do it, so can you! This week I'm running a FREE 5-day training, and there's still time for you to catch up and get on board. I'm offering this training to get you to take action so you can succeed with your online business this summer and beyond.  Instead of overwhelming you with information, you will be immersed in actionable workshops, practical exercises, Q&A and hot seats with me — all for FREE.  To watch the replays and participate in the next live training, sign up here.

What lessons have parents learned during distance learning and working from home? How can they create a better post-pandemic new norm? Maria invited back her friend and positive psychologist, Robert Zeitlin, to share his experience guiding and supporting parents and families to get back on track amidst the pandemic. Robert is the author of the books “Laugh More, Yell Less: A Guide to Raising Kick-Ass Kids” and “But I’m Not a Teacher! A Parent’s Guide to Learning Under Lockdown”.  He has been helping parents to turn the challenges created during distance learning and working from home into learning opportunities for the whole family. In this episode, Robert and Maria dive into the learning superpowers from positive psychology that can help parents identify their children’s character’s strengths to prepare them for better livelihoods. They also discuss the tension created between parents and teachers during distance learning and provide guidance and insights to help them rebuild trust and create a better new norm at home and in the classroom. Using their shared experience in the mastermind group they co-created, they explore learning in relationships and unpack the role of time and space, infinite and finite games, and so much more in learning. This is a special episode between two friends and lifelong learners. Enjoy!  Listen to this episode and explore:Introducing Robert Zeitlin and sharing highlights from today's episode (1:22)The first time Maria interviewed Robert while learning to podcast (3:25)Inviting Robert back to share his experience supporting parents during the pandemic (4:02)Publishing two books in 2020 to help parents navigate distance learning and working from home (5:52)Discussing the Learning Superpowers from Positive Psychology (8:10)Unpacking the Love of Learning (11:00)The challenges parents have been experiencing while navigating the pandemic uncertainty (12:20)How parents can act as role models for their children amidst ambiguity (13:55)Learning is Relational: the role of people, emotions, time and space (17:28)Unpacking their shared learning journey since Robert and Maria co-created a mastermind group  (20:54)Discussing the tension created between parents and teachers in March of 2020 (23:50)The development of the parent-teacher relationship amid the pandemic (26:48)How parents can rebuild trust with teachers (28:42)The dilemma of teachers during the pandemic (30:42)Best practices to learn how to slow down (33:43)How Maria created a consistent slow-down practice (35:54)Reflecting on mastering skills vs being productive all the time (37:37)Robert’s insights on how parents responded to the pandemic (39:23)What parents learned about themselves, each other and their children (40:54)How parents can identify their children’s potential using the character strengths from positive psychology (42:56)Why parents need to identify their support needs before they focus on their children (44:38)A simple approach for parents to decide if they need coaching or therapy (46:26)The commitment parents need to make to get back on track (48:24)How we can all use relational learning to create our post-pandemic new norm (51:03)The opportunity parents and teachers have to build a stronger relationship (52:58)Maria’s childhood story: how her mother and teachers had each other’s back (54:08)The power of trusting that parents and teachers are doing the best they can (56:02)Maria’s request to listeners to make recommendations for future guests and support the podcast (56:58) Where to find more about Robert Zeitlin:LinkedInTwitterHis personal website Mentioned in this episode:Book: Laugh More, Yell Less: Stuck-at-Home EditionBook: But I'm Not a Teacher!: A Parent's Guide to Learning Under LockdownPositive Psychology & Character StrengthsEpisode 11 with Robert (their first episode!)Episode 9 with their friend David from Hire CauseThe episode when Maria shares her mother's learning journeyThe Episode with Seth Godin: What's School For?   Production team:Host & Producer: Maria XenidouIntroduction Voice: David Bourne  Contact us:impactlearningpodcast(at)gmail.com  Music credits:Like Lee performed by The Mini VandalsTransition sounds: Swamp Walks performed by Jingle Punks

Carmen and Jordan welcome their special guests, Maria Durdan and Bilal Mirza from Simpson Wigle Law, to discuss what every investor should know prior to purchasing a pre-construction condo. Both real estate lawyers, Maria and Bilal share what clauses to look out for and how to set yourself up properly so that you can ensure your best interests are covered. Brimming with knowledge and advice, Maria and Bilal offer an insightful glimpse into both the complexities and the vast potential benefits of these investments here today. Episode Highlights: ·   How Maria and Bilal got into their current roles ·   The process involved in purchasing a pre-construction condo ·   Standard and key contract items and conditions to be aware of ·   The importance of diarizing important dates and reviewing adjustments ·   Recommendations for purchasers ·   Assignment clauses and fees ·   Key aspects to look at if considering to use these for short term rentals ·   Warning clauses ·   The importance of having a lawyer review your documents   Quotes:    “It's so important to understand the community you're buying into.”   “You have to use reasonable efforts.”   “At the very least you want to cap them.”   “It's very important for people to be prepared and understand this whole thing.”   “Your condo is developed for a certain amount of occupants. If you start doubling that, the wear and tear is there, replacement is a lot faster than you budgeted for.”   “Our investors or buyers, homeowners, really need to have a lawyer review their condo docs before they waste the day away, and then, the next thing you know, they're stuck in a contract and have no way of exiting.”   “Short term pain for long term gain.”   Links:   30 Minutes to Wealth homepage: https://www.30minutestowealth.com/   To contact Simpson Wigle Law: Web: www.simpsonwigle.com Email: info@simpsonwigle.com Tel: 1-800-434-4414 (toll free)

Welcome to another podcast takeover with Erin Yoshi. For International Women’s Month, we are going to talk to some of Erin’s favorite women in the creative field, each offering something brilliant, raw, and powerful. Today we talk with guests Heidi Johnson and Maria Jenson about marketing artists and art events. Heidi is an accomplished public relations strategist, artist manager, and self-made entrepreneur. Maria, our other accomplished guest, a leader in advancing innovative strategies to sustain creative communities in the midst of a rapidly changing urban environment. We open the show by asking Heidi and Maria about their journeys into the arts and what their responsibilities include. After hearing about the various galleries and artists they work with, Maria tells us more about one of her projects, ArtPad, explaining its evolution and aims. Following this, Heidi opens up her marketing strategy playbook and shares a handful of her most useful marketing tools. She touches on some of her favorite PR methods and tells us about how the experience should be at the center of your efforts as a PR manager. Toward the end of the episode, we find out how artists can prepare themselves to work with publicists along with the importance of networking. To conclude the show we find out from Maria and Heidi about their exciting upcoming projects.     Key Points From This Episode: Introducing Erin Yoshi, our Not Real Art podcast host for the month of March. We welcome today’s guests, Maria Jenson and Heidi Johnson. How Maria and Heidi were drawn into the arts. Maria talks about the boutique experience she was offering with ArtPad. Heidi shares some powerful PR strategy tools. What Maria’s marketing events focus on. Maria and Heidi talk about how to create simplicity out of chaos. How Heidi has honed her skills in the PR space. How artists can prepare themselves to work with publicists. Why it is important for artists to learn to speak their narrative.  Heidi shares her parting thoughts. Hear about Maria’s current projects. For more information and photos, visit here:   

Episode 20. Shy & Fearful Dogs: Brittany’s Story with Maria Montgomery, Trainer.After hearing the Shy & Fearful Dog Roundtable (Episode 17), Brittany Roger reached out to me with her own story. While Brittany was a lifelong animal lover, it wasn’t until she & her husband adopted Sam, an elderly obese chihuahua, that they learned exactly how much they didn’t know about dog behavior . . . after a trip to the emergency room.A few years later, after starting her new job at the Maryland SPCA as a Digital Specialist, Brittany fell in love with another chihuahua, Carmelo, who she hoped would have all the good traits of her first dog, with none of the more challenging traits. Carmelo, however, had different plans in mind. When the COVID-19 quarantine hit last year, Maryland SPCA’s Lead Trainer & Behaviorist, Maria Montgomery, was working to move the shelter’s training classes online and with Brittany’s help, was able to do just that.  Brittany meanwhile was tasked with editing hours of dog training videos and was learning by osmosis exactly what she needed to help Carmelo become comfortable in his new family at his own pace. Brittany, Maria & I discuss:Brittany’s childhood critters;How Maria, a reluctant puppy owner, accidentally fell into dog training and how it changed her life;How Sam & Carmelo joined Brittany’s family and the challenges that each dog brought;Learning how to “handle” a dog that’s sensitive to being touched;Dealing with the “fantasy” of what we want our dogs to be versus accepting the reality of who our dogs truly are and what they need from us;How Brittany started learning how to help Carmelo during COVID-19 through the Maryland SPCA’s online training videos and consultations;How sometimes our dog’s challenges mirror the same challenges we experience as people – and learning to have compassion for our dogs and ourselves;Why your dog’s growling is a good thing!;Knowing when and how to push your dog – the right way to challenge your dog to expand their comfort zone through creating games and finding your dog’s joy;The importance of training dogs – especially fearful dogs – in short bursts and how to include new skills into your lifestyle;Why we should spend more time watching our dogs;How the Maryland SPCA was able to pivot their dog training classes online during COVID-19;The benefits of online training classes for shy and fearful dogs;Tips for finding the right dog trainer for you and your dog; andHow you’re training your dog whether you know it or not. Links Discussed:Maryland SPCA:https://www.mdspca.org/Maryland SPCA’s Online Training Classes – For any dog owner:https://www.mdspca.org/education/training/Episode 1, Erin’s Story as a Reluctant Dog Ownerhttps://believeindog.podbean.com/e/erins-story-i-love-lucy/ Let's Connect:Facebook: @believeindogpodcastInstagram: @believe_in_dog_podcastEmail: erin@believeindogpodcast.comSupport this podcast, subscribe on your favorite app and leave a rating or review. 

When I think Jungle Vibes, anthuriums always come to mind. Their large leaves, mesmerizing vein patterns in the leaves, long slim stems and gorgeous flowers have such a prehistoric look to them. There is so much more to the world of Anthuriums besides the one you can always pick up in the grocery store, so today we welcome back the queen of the aroids, Enid from NSE tropicals to do a deep dive on Anthurium care. NSE Tropicals is one of the most sought after rare plant provider in the US. Restocks routinely sell out in minutes and we are lucky that the mastermind behind it, Enid joins us today for an in depth discussion. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, because Enid will be back next month, to discuss Alocasia care! In this episode we learn: How Maria’s wishlist plants have changed since she first started collecting [02:15] How you can help grow the Bloom and Grow Radio community! [04:00] Enid shares the wonderful story behind the NSE Tropicals, and its 21 year-old plant collecting history! [05:11] Why anthuriums are starting to be a big trend within the plant community [06:22] The interesting environment and origins of anthuriums [06:56] Basic care tips for indoor anthuriums on soil mix and humidity [11:05] Enid’s quick plant hack on increasing humidity [13:19] How to properly water your anthuriums [14:32] What’s the optimal humidity level for indoor anthuriums? [16:37] Do different varieties of anthuriums need different types of light? [18:08] Enid shares her own observations between anthuriums in a greenhouse versus anthuriums in open-air setups [19:19] Why plant parents should always consider the natural environment of their plants [20:06] Where to best get your garden planting needs this season! [21:08] Enid explains why your leaves shouldn’t feel hot to the touch [23:27] How to REALLY know your plants according to Enid [24:11] Are anthurium leaves drooping normal? How do you differentiate between an unhappy plant and normal plant behavior? [25:31] The nasty pests you should be looking out for when taking care of anthuriums and how to get rid of them the right way [27:10] General fertilizer tips for anthuriums and Enid’s recommended brands [29:08] What is pollination for? What are inflorescences? [30:19] Enid’s top 3 anthurium recommendations for beginner plant parents [34:24] Enid’s top 3 anthurium recommendations for advanced plant parents [35:12] Maria shares her future anthurium plans and what to expect from the next episode with Enid [37:03] Mentioned in our conversation: BAGR Episode Aroids 101 Part 1 BAGR Episode Aroids 101 Part 2 NSE Tropicals Thank you to our episode sponsor: Territorial Seed Company Thank you Territorial Seed Co for sponsoring today's episode! Territorial Seed Co provides high quality seeds and plants (over 2000 varieties) that are tried and tested on their 75 acre farm and have a ton of fall varieties for us to try! It's already time to start planning your 2021 garden! For seeds, plants, online garden planner, how to videos and more visit TerritorialSeed.com and use code BLOOM10 for 10% off. Follow Enid Instagram and Facebook: @NSETropicals  https://www.nsetropicals.com/index.html Follow Maria and Bloom and Grow Radio: Take the Bloom and Grow Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram and Facebook: @BloomandGrowRadio Tiktok: @bloomandgrowradio Subscribe to the Bloom and Grow Youtube Show! /Bloomandgrowradio Website: www.bloomandgrowradio.com Join the (free) Garden Club: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-club

In this episode of Wisdom & Wanderlust, Michael and Robyn chat with Dr. Maria Baltazzi, an Emmy-winning television show producer and a happiness and well-being mentor. Maria discusses how happiness is a state of mind that ultimately starts with a choice to be happy and how the key to happiness is mindfulness. She also explains how mindfulness is like a muscle that you have to keep working on and exercising if you want to get it stronger. Listen as she walks through her journey to happiness and shares her keys to living a more mindful and happier life. "When I say happiness is a choice and as a state of being, it’s that you have the emotional tools, that skillset, to weather your challenges in the world in a more constructive, more mindful way." - Maria Baltazzi [15:42]   What You Will Learn: [00:01] Intro [03:47] How Maria is coping with the COVID-19 pandemic [06:59] What Maria got from her traveling experiences [09:53] If these experiences are impacted with what’s going on in the world [11:38] How much is happiness related to having priorities in order [12:39] What is happiness and how does it difference from peace [14:14] What sparked her interest in studying happiness [19:49] How to build happiness and how mindfulness plays into it [27:21] How to make meditation a habit [30:56] How to create more positive thoughts [38:33] How Maria felt success externally but was missing something internally [41:15] How she coaches others with similar experiences [46:52] People that have influenced the direction Maria has gone [49:55] The role travel has played in her personal growth and development [51:01] Her most memorable/life-changing travel stories [57:24] One thing that people can do travel better [1:01:28] Mediate and be grateful every day [1:07:18] Rapid fire questions [1:11:29] Maria’s one piece of advice for the listeners [1:12:21] Where to contact Maria [1:16:58] Why Zorba the Greek is her favorite book [1:18:04] Outro Resources:  Stopping Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) by Dr. Daniel Amen The Abraham-Hicks Emotional Guidance Scale Brian Johnson Rick Hanson The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky Zorba the Greek by Nikos Kazantzakis The Sojourn Experience 8 Good Things Insight Timer Explorer X The Camino de Santiago

So we have said goodbye to 2020 and all of the insanity that came with it, but there is something we haven’t said goodbye to: working from home. Many companies have pledged to work from home well into 2021, leaving us sitting in  our sweatpants, computer monitors and weird makeshift home offices with reluctant acceptance. People are spending more time than EVER indoors and at their screens, and that’s why it’s never been MORE important to have plants not only in our homes, but in our work from home office set ups. Since WFH isn't going anywhere, in 2021, I'm choosing to reframe it from a frustration to an opportunity. An opportunity to have complete control over our WFH environment and create our desk space oasis to look exactly like we want it. Today’s episode is all about the why and how behind bringing plants into our workspaces, whether you are still working from home or are back in your office. Cobbling together a work from home set up was STRESSFUL in 2020, in our old apartment  I had a desk that folded up into the wall, so I couldn’t even decorate and settle in the way I wanted. But now, as we turn the page to 2021, let’s shake things up create some stress free and  joyful moments in our lives! For me the solution here has been plants and something that blew me away recently is how many people in our community are going HAM on their workspaces with plants. I posted my planty wfh set up on IG in December, asking if anyone else created a jungle oasis at their desk the way I did in 2020, and SO many of you sent pictures of your amazing planty home office set ups, and asked for help and ideas for how to set up your own. So this episode is for you plant friends, inspired by you and members of our community, and I hope everyone walks away from this episode with one idea to incorporate a little more green into their daily workflow.  I’ve broken this episode into two sections: the WHY where we dive into the reasons why having plants are so important in our space and talk a little about biophilic design and then part two the HOW. I share ideas inspired from the WHY section, break down the ways I incorporated plants and biophilic design into my home office and then review some photos listeners sent in and hope their setups might inspire you as well.  Get the free download with 9 Tips for Greening Up Your Work From Home Office Space In the episode we learn: [02:07] Why Bloom and Grow Radio is doing an episode on #plantywfh spaces [04:39] Check out Maria’s Planty WFH space tour [05:03] What to expect from this episode on work from home setups and biophilic design [06:50] The AMAZING and unbelievable benefits of engaging with plants and biophilic design, according to 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design [07:27] What is biophilia, the idea behind it, and the important figures behind this wonderful hypothesis [09:24] The psychological role of plants in our creativity [10:09] How being around nature and scenery affects patient recovery, as studied by Dr. Ulrich in 1972 to 1981 [11:13] A review of direct versus involuntary attention based on studies by Stephen R. Kellert and Rachel Kaplan [13:41] Biophilic Pattern #1: Visual Connection with Nature [13:54] Planty WFH Tip #1: Put your desk near a window [14:15] Planty WFH Tip #2: Put plants within the eyeline of your desk [14:33] Planty WFH Tip #3: Have a green wall in your office [14:56] Planty WFH Tip #4: If you can’t have real plants, pictures of plants will do! [15:09] Biophilic Pattern #2: Non-Visual Connection with Nature [15:26] Planty WFH Tip #5: Play nature sounds like the one-square inch forest silence in the Olympic National Park, bird songs, or waves [16:36] Planty WFH Tip #6: Have different plant scents nearby, or you can use a diffuser like Maria!) [16:53] Biophilic Pattern #3: Non-Rhythmic Sensory Stimuli  [17:09] Planty WFH Tip #7: Set up bird feeders or pollinator-attracting plants, or take care of rare-blooming plants for a nice surprise [17:39] Biophilic Pattern #4: Thermal and Air Flow Variability [17:59] Biophilic Pattern #5: Presence of Water [18:07] Planty WFH Tip #8: It’s your humidifier’s time to shine! Maybe a tiny fancy plug-in fountain? [18:40] Biophilic Pattern #6: Dynamic and Diffuse Light [18:52] Planty WFH Tip #9: Install a grow light with a timer, and have a more sustainable work hours setup! [19:12] Planty WFH Tip #10: Reduce your blue light intake and light candles after a long day of work [19:33] Biophilic Pattern #7: Connection with Natural Systems [19:47] Biophilic Pattern #8: Biomorphic Forms and Patterns [19:56] Did you know there are interesting and precise angles in nature? [20:35] Biophilic Pattern #9: Material Connection with Nature [21:07] Planty WFH Tip #11: Add accents in your home office like wood grains, fossil textures, and bamboo rattans [21:30] Planty WFH Tip #12: Try a natural color palette of greens and browns [21:50] How Maria and Billy managed their storage during their move [24:52] Biophilic Pattern #10: Prospect [25:04] Why it’s important to change the focus of your eyes every once in a while [25:18] Biophilic Pattern #11: Refuge [25:19] Why Maria recommends a planty screen-free space [26:10] Biophilic Patterns #12: Mystery and #13: Risk and Peril [26:20] The biggest rule of thumb of biophilic designs for Maria [27:06] If you can’t have real plants, download the Bloom and Grow Radio’s free and gorgeous watercolor of prickly pear cactus in various states of bloom! [28:03] Planty WFH Tip #13: Envelop your space in plants (if you can!) [28:32] Maria’s planty WFH tips and ideas based on her own WFH setup [30:04] The best plants for low-light home offices [31:13] Are you blessed with a high-light office situation? Maria recommends these plants that love abundant light [31:36] Planty WFH Tip #14: Install grow lights to incorporate more plants [32:44] Planty WFH Tip #15: Tiny space? Go vertical! [34:21] Maria’s biggest takeaways from 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design and her top advice on #plantyWFH setups [36:26] Finding joy and awe in your #plantyWFH as a small break from your work day Mentioned Resources in today's episode Get the free download with 9 Tips for Greening Up Your Work From Home Office Space Check out Maria's #plantywfh office tour on youtube! Blog with photos of our community members #plantywfh set ups BAGR YouTube video Houseplant Tour: My Restorative Plant Corner // Why Plant Care Truly is Self Care BAGR Episode How To Use Plants To Create Restorative Environments With Anne Meore From NYBG 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design by William Browning, Catherine Ryan, and Joseph Clancy Hoh Rainforest Audio Biophilia by Edward O. Wilson Frederick Law Olmsted View Through a Window May Influence Recovery from Surgery by Roger Ulrich Stephen R. Kellert Attention Restoration Theory: Exploring the Role of Soft Fascination and Mental Bandwidth by Rachel Kaplan What Was That Like Podcast by Scott Johnson Thank you to our episode sponsor: Makespace makes storage simple, seamless and affordable without you EVER having to leave your apartment. They pick up, store and return your stuff and provide the packing materials! To learn more, visit makespace.com and use code SPACEPLZ for $100 off! Take the Plant Parent Personality quiz to unlock your Plant Parent Potential and get a curated list of plants, DIY planty projects and podcasts tailored specifically for your lifestyle. Follow Maria and Bloom and Grow Radio: Take the Bloom and Grow Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram and Facebook: @BloomandGrowRadio Tiktok: @bloomandgrowradio Subscribe to the Bloom and Grow Youtube Show! /Bloomandgrowradio Website: www.bloomandgrowradio.com Join the (free) Garden Club: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-club

Welcome to She Invests, where you’ll hear from existing female angel investors, venture capitalists and fund managers on their investment thesis. From deal flow to exits, they will share the best practices that contribute to their success. In this episode, Dr. Silvia Mah welcomes to the podcast Vice President of Crescent Ridge Partners, Maria Gonzalez-Blanch. CRP is a female-led venture capital and private equity firm that invests in early stage companies and growth equity for more mature and proven businesses. Prior to CRP, Maria held senior roles in Operations, Sales and Strategy at Red Bull and Altamont Capital. Dr. Silvia and Maria talk all about investing in values-aligned founders, the impact COVID-19 has had on entrepreneurs and examples of innovative companies Maria and CRP have recently invested in. 03:34 – Dr. Silvia Mah introduces today’s guest, Maria Gonzalez-Blanch who shares her origin story, the work she does at Crescent Ridge Partners and the respect she has for entrepreneurs 11:04 – Maria speaks to her career transition from private equity to venture capital and the investment criteria that Crescent Ridge Partners utilizes 17:27 – Maria identifies some examples of innovative entrepreneurs CRP has invested in 20:40 – How Maria and CRP adapted and pivoted during COVID-19 23:53 – The work Maria is doing with Ad Astra Ventures 28:45 – Maria speaks to yet another company that is doing tremendous work and earned an investment from CRP 31:07 – Maria shares what having an abundance mindset means to her Full show notes: http://www.sheinvests.com/32

On this episode of The Built in Seattle Podcast, I talked with  Maria Colacurcio, CEO at Syndio (synd.io)For extras from this interview, subscribe to my weekly emailEpisode HighlightsThe precision required to create a category.The parallels and differences between Smartsheet and Syndio.Why pay equity matters / why now.What really matters when serving big enterprisesHow parenting 6 kids helped Maria become a simplifier at work.Why skills matter more than experience.Lessons from working with veterans and "team over self."How to let people fail, but not become a failure.The trust candor loop.How Maria learned the "religion of focus" from marketing.The difference between busy-ness and effectiveness.Why she took a risk and hired a lawyer as the first seller.Guest Bio:Maria Colacurcio is Syndio’s Chief Executive Officer. As CEO, Maria is responsible for the company’s vision and strategy for delivering innovative solutions, building an organization of the industry’s most talented people and developing organizational excellence to deliver the highest levels of business value to its customers. Most importantly, she is passionate about issues surrounding equal pay, employee wellness and equity at work.Recognized as a thought leader in the HRM/HCM industry, Maria is a frequent speaker and author for various organizations, publications and conferences delivering the latest trends and solutions in workplace equality. She is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) - the voice of all things work; and the WorldatWork Organization - the total rewards association.Prior to joining Syndio, Maria co-founded Smartsheet.com, a work collaboration tool for companies of all sizes. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in technology and communications at companies including Microsoft, Starbucks and technology start-ups you’ve never heard of, she has a proven track record of building successful companies with strong core values that are dedicated to its people and customers.She is a mom to six kiddos and makes sure to talk about family finances at the dinner table.Where to follow Maria:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcolacurcio/https://twitter.com/mcolacurcio/Where to follow Adam:https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamschoenfeld/https://twitter.com/schoenyFeedback? Suggestions on who to interview? Email me anytime - adamseattlepodcast@gmail.com

Margo is meeting Maria Over in her windowsill. Maria is an artist, children's books and surface illustrator. Part Dutch, part Greek, she is now based in Munich, Germany. She comes from a Fine Arts background with studies in painting, sculpture and digital art, and her journey has taken her from the Netherlands and Sweden for her BFA to New York City, where she earned a Master of Arts degree at NYU. She then spent a couple of years working as a designer and art director in NYC, mostly doing web design and ID for big name agencies. After a move back to Europe and more years of digital agency work, her desire to combine on-screen with off-screen work grew, and she created her one-of-a-kind jewelry label indígena that has grown to sell online and in several boutiques across Germany.   Margo and Maria discuss: How many moves and cultures has shaped Maria’s art How she got inspired to start children’s illustrating How Maria finds daily inspiration  Finding balance between digital and hand drawn art Legendary artist, Georgia O’Keeffe The power of marching to the beat of your own drum Creating connections throughout COVID   In the past 4 years, Maria has immersed herself in illustrating and returned to the kind of work that she had always been most passionate about, enriched by the wealth of knowledge and experience that she gathered across the fields of art and design over the years. Today, she loves illustrating with watercolors, inks and gouache, with a keen eye for the smallest details, colors and a good composition. She enjoys exploring surface patterns with lush watercolor florals and cherishes the challenge of working large scale on shop windows and murals. Maria recently finished work on her first fully illustrated children's book for cbj (an imprint of Random House) blending in her favorite motifs of flowers, birds and people to tell a story about why happiness lives in our hearts.   Connect with Maria: www.mariaover.com www.instagram.com/maria.over mariaover@yahoo.com

One of the major things that plants do is help connect us with nature. I think as plant parents, once we use plants to reconnect with ourselves and make our homes look beautiful, they also get us thinking more about nature and the earth and how important it’s preservation is. So today’s episode is exploring just that: plant parenthood and low waste living, and what it means to make intentional decisions about preserving our planet while taking care of ourselves and our plants. I think we are all anxiously looking at 2021 and getting excited about the changes that will come. This is the time to set new years resolutions and just think about how we want to show up in 2021 for ourselves and I think more importantly, there are global conversations happening about how we can show up for those around us and the environment.   As I continue to fall deeper in love with plants, I’m finding that I’m falling deeper in love with nature itself and feeling a stronger sense of responsibility to take care of our planet. I’m so excited to welcome Nick Cutsumpas of @farmernicknyc  to the podcast and share this conversation with you and to inform and encourage our community to think about how we can apply these concepts of low waste living to not only our lives, but to our hobby of plant care. Nicks been a plant friend of mine for a while and I’ve loved learning more about sustainability from him, and figured he is the perfect intersection of plant parent and environmental activist to have for this chat about how to lead more sustainable lives as humans and plant parents.  In this episode we learn: [00:02:26] Introducing Nick Cutsumpas and episode key ideas [00:07:18] What Nick does, what started his plant journey (mothers DO know best!), and how plants served as his ‘saving grace’ when he moved into the city [00:10:38] Check out Nick in Netflix’s new show The Big Flower Fight! [00:11:14] What is regenerative environmental action? Nick explains sustainability vs regenerative [00:13:22] Are houseplant people practicing regenerative methods with their plants? According to Nick, to see is to believe when it comes to taking care of our environment [00:15:01] How Maria realized she could be doing more sustainable practices [00:15:22] Maria’s current idea obsession: plant blindness — Nature Not Furniture! [00:16:32] What Maria thinks of ‘zero waste’ and her reservations with the movement [00:17:17] Nick shares why he thinks plant blindness is similar to waste blindness [00:17:37] Why Nick strives for low waste consumption vs zero waste, how we as consumers can apply low waste consumption to the products we buy [00:19:45] Why the time to be more conscious is NOW more than ever and how taking care of plants reminds us that we can take action [00:20:47] Why Bloom and Grow Radio is doing an episode on low waste [00:21:45] Low Waste Beginner Tip #1: Reuse everything [00:22:46] Do you have tons of bubble wrap from your online orders? Save them for your next plant cutting gift! [00:23:50] What is ‘waste’? For Nick, it’s everything that ends up in a landfill [00:24:38] Maria’s lightbulb moment on her waste consumption: New York’s composting system [00:25:11] The negative effects of plastics in our environment and how we can be smart and responsible with our plastic consumption [00:26:54] Why we should be cautious about greenwashing, waste segregation, and biodegradable vs compostable materials [00:28:24] Nick’s sustainability influences [00:29:13] Low Waste Tip #2: Buy quality over quantity (Yes, you save more money this way!) [00:30:12] Nick’s sustainability progress: he hasn’t bought anything new in more than a year! The secret? Thrifting! [00:31:52] The eco-friendly furniture and mattress stores that Nick recommends [00:33:56] How the pandemic enabled more waste production [00:34:48] Why the most impact can be achieved through collective action; ‘10% is better’ [00:35:14] The BEST recycled and sustainable wall planters and the BEST plant kits to give this Holiday season! [00:38:56] Nick reveals the most common mistakes we all do when it comes to composting [00:39:54] How to REALLY begin your low waste journey [00:40:39] Why you need to wash your recyclables [00:41:22] Low Waste Tip #3: Find bulk stores and bring your own jars [00:41:50] How Nick manages to do zero-waste grocery shopping [00:42:25] What is ‘produce paralysis’? What is Nick’s proposed solution to packaging waste? [00:44:04] Low Waste Tip #4: Avoid single-use plastic in the produce section [00:45:24] Nick’s low waste hack: Put the jar in warm water for 10 minutes to remove the adhesive label, and reuse the jar for drinking or plant propagation! [00:46:47] Low Waste Tip #5: Don’t be shy to ask if you can use your own containers for your consumables! [00:47:39] Maria weighs in on the different straws from her own experiences (make sure you clean them!) [00:49:28] What do we do with our plastic nursery pots? a. bring them to a nursery, b. cache, c. make a tent for your drainage hole [00:53:38] Low Waste Tip #6: Grow something new in your used nursery pots [00:54:06] The company that Nick trusts to recycle his plastics [00:55:31] Propagating your plants can also help your recycle and upcycle [00:56:30] Low Waste Tip #7: Choose sustainable soil options [00:57:44] Low Waste Tip #8: Know your plant number! (we’re serious!) [00:59:00] Your plant consumption should be healthy AND environmentally-responsible [01:00:28] Low Waste Tip #9: Buy your plants from your local businesses [01:01:46] Plant shops that Nick and Maria recommend [01:04:05] Listener Question #1: Can you compost perlite? [01:04:49] Listener Question #2: Are there alternatives to plastic nursery pots and stickers? [01:06:28] Why you should support CSA [01:07:47] Why low waste and sustainable living is important to Nick [01:09:09] Our responsibility to our environment as plant parents! [01:10:24] Maria’s realizations and future commitment to the low waste living movement Check out the youtube video snippets of this interview! (airs 6 pm 12/15/20 Mentioned in our conversation: Produce Paralysis Blog by Nick Cutsumpas BAGR Episode  How to Manage a Large Plant Collection Netflix’s The Big Flower Fight Pela Case Lucy Biggers of NowThis Medley Furniture Avocado Green Mattress Recover Brands WallyGro Precious Plastic Folia Collective Espoma Greenery Unlimited noissue Crop Swap LA Glow Up Alert FYI The Bloom and Grow Website got a pretty epic makeover and I’d love for you to head on over and check it out- you can learn a little more about me, snag all of the freebies I’ve created for ya over the years, shop the Bloom and Grow Merch and Plant Friends Apparel line AND we’ve got a shop now that houses all the sponsor discount codes, my favorite books and courses and more. Thanks to Digital Grace Design for doing such an amazing job. Compostable Mailers   Thank you to our episode sponsors: Soltech Solutions Soltech Solutions Luxury Grow Lights: Whether its simply getting through the lower light winter- or if you’re like me and you’ve just got too many plants  and too few windows and need to bring more light indoors so your collection can keep growing- Soltech Solutions has the luxury lighting option for you! Soltech is offering BAGR listeners 20% off with code "20BLOOM" at soltechsolutions.com once again thats soltechsolutions.com and code 20BLOOM at checkout for 20%off. Wallygro Wallygro just launched it's "greenwall in a box" WALLY KITS that are everything you need to plant up their Eco or Loop planters: the plants, the potting mix, the fertilizer, and of course... the pots! It's the perfect gift for the holidays that you can order on your couch!! Check out the Wallygro Kits and pick the best one for you! Wallygro is offering BAG listeners 15% off for a limited time only so redeem this code if you are interested ASAP! BLOOM15 for the Wally Plant Kits active for Dec.15 to Dec. 29.   Follow Nick Instagram: @farmernickynyc https://www.farmernicknyc.com/ Grow Green Newsletter- you can join on the homepage of his website   Follow Maria and Bloom and Grow Radio: Take the Bloom and Grow Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram and Facebook: @BloomandGrowRadio Tiktok: @bloomandgrowradio Subscribe to the Bloom and Grow Youtube Show! /Bloomandgrowradio Website: www.bloomandgrowradio.com Join the (free) Garden Club: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-club

“When things get back to normal...” We hear this statement far too often these days, specifically in regards to the global COVID-19 pandemic. While this statement doesn’t seem harmful, it can support many people’s refusal to accept change. Instead of rejecting change, let’s accept and adapt to the changes, discover our resilience, and find the silver linings in life’s challenging situations.My guest today, Maria Ross, is a dear friend and mentor who is an entrepreneur, speaker, podcast host, and author. At age 35 Maria suffered a brain aneurysm that was a game-changer in her life. The dramatic effect the brain aneurysm had on her life taught her to accept change and redefine success, inspiring her book, Rebooting My Brain. Her recent book, The Empathy Edge, harnesses the value of empathy and compassion as a competitive advantage for businesses. Tune in today to learn how a brain aneurysm changed Maria’s life, how to actively accept change, and the competitive advantage of empathy in business and in all areas of life. Enjoy! In This Episode You Will Learn How Maria and I met (5:12)Maria’s background and wide range of interests (7:33)The story of Maria’s brain aneurysm at age 35 and how it’s impacted her life (10:19)The importance of actively accepting change (17:48)The silver linings from the COVID-19 pandemic that Maria and I have experienced (22:06)How Maria’s experience in recovery with Patience & Family Centered Care impacted her outcome (25:28)How Maria wants to redefine success to include empathy (31:47)How COVID-19 has brought empathy and compassion to the surface of businesses (34:48)Maria’s working definition of empathy (35:59)A story from Maria’s book that resonated with me (38:29)The power of storytelling to reach a mission (41:24)What inspires Maria (43:00)The reader of Maria’s book that made all her research and writing worth it (48:36)What Maria’s everyday awesome is (51:38)The key takeaways from Maria and I’s conversation (54:25)Connect with MariaWebsite Book - The Empathy Edge PodcastLinkedIn Let’s Connect!InstagramWebsite Email Twitter LinkedIn See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We've got some very special guests on the podcast this week! Tune in to meet Ashcon (Emily's fiancé, not an architect) and José (Maria's boyfriend, an architect) and join our conversation to hear about our experiences having relationships while in architecture school! Find out how we met, what it was like for them to live with us while going to grad school, and much, MUCH more. Maybe too much? We also compare their different perspectives as an architect vs. non-architect regarding design, stereotypes, and the architecture industry. They also take a guess at what would be our dream project to work on!Follow us @openplanpodcast, subscribe and leave a nice review if you enjoyed it!Time Stamps:04:00 Project of the week09:00 How Emily and Ashcon met12:10 How Maria and Jose met16:48 Grad school years27:03 Questions for the guys//Things mentioned:Project of the week: Brasilia Cathedral, Brasilia, BRhttps://www.archdaily.com/101516/ad-classics-cathedral-of-brasilia-oscar-niemeyerhttps://divisare.com/projects/306858-oscar-niemeyer-gonzalo-viramonte-catedral-metropolitana-nossa-senhora-aparecida-1970

A few years into Maria Juan’s time with Peerfit, they had to pivot their whole brand from Direct to Consumer to Business to Business. Through this rebrand and shifting of position, Peerfit exploded in its success as an app and service. Maria is the VP of Marketing of Peerfit, which is redefining the corporate wellness space. Peerfit is on a mission to get employers to pay for employee’s exercise and health benefits. Peerfit makes it easy for each employee to book whatever exercise class they want in town. With hundreds of thousands of users, Maria has led marketing campaigns that have led to massive success. In this episode we discuss: How Maria translated her marketing work in the dance world to Peerfit Why Peerfit pivoted from B2C to B2B How Peerfit rebranded How Peerfit won an Emmy for their commercial The link to the show notes is here: https://www.gattozzicollective.com/podcast-episodes/maria-juan This show is Sponsored by Gattozzi Collective! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/how-to-build-an-audience/message

I had such a great discussion with Maria Quiban Whitesell and Lauren Schneider for this episode. Maria and Lauren have just written a book called “You Can't Do It Alone: A Widow's Journey Through Loss, Grief, and Life After.” The book is a memoir based on Maria's journey with her late husband's brain cancer – which is, of course, a subject near and dear to my heart. Lauren adds her professional perspective throughout the book in sections called “Grief Therapist's Notebook.” Some topics that Maria and Lauren and I discuss include: How Maria's husband acting oddly on a trip to Paris prompted him to see a doctor, which led to his diagnosis of inoperable, terminal brain cancer; How critical her family therapist during this whole journey, including helping Maria and Sean figure out how to talk with their son about his dad's cancer; Why it's so important to be honest with kids, no matter how difficult the situation is; The rule of thumb that if a child is old enough to ask a question, they are old enough to hear the answer; Tip: a grief support center can be a great resource for getting a referral to a therapist who is experienced in working with grieving families and grieving kids; What to do if your kids are upset that paramedics or the funeral home team remove their parent's body from the home while they are asleep or away; How to handle it if your child expresses a wish to be with their deceased parent; and How thankful Maria is for their very supportive family and friends. I hope you enjoy my discussion with Maria Quiban Whitesell and Lauren Schneider. -=-=-=-=- Thank you sponsors & partners: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and 30-day free trial: www.audibletrial.com/widowedparent BetterHelp - Talk with a licensed, professional therapist online. Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/widowedparent Blue Apron - Special offers for listeners of the podcast: jennylisk.com/blueapron Support the show: Patreon, Merch, and More -=-=-=-=-

Maria is the author of two New York Times best-sellers, The Confidence Game (Viking/Penguin 2016), winner of the 2016 Robert P. Balles Prize in Critical Thinking, and Mastermind: How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes (Viking/Penguin, 2013), an Anthony and Agatha Award finalist. She is a regular contributing writer for The New Yorker, and has written for the Atlantic, the New York Times, Slate, the New Republic, the Paris Review, the Wall Street Journal, Salon, the Boston Globe, the Scientific American, WIRED, and Smithsonian, among many other publications. Her writing has won numerous awards, including the 2019 Excellence in Science Journalism Award from the Society of Personality and Social Psychology. While researching The Biggest Bluff, Maria became an international poker champion and the winner of over $300,000 in tournament earnings. This was a fascinating conversation, unpacking Maria’s rise from somebody who didn’t know the basics of poker to national poker champion, and what she learned along the way about not only poker but life more broadly. We unpack lots in this conversation, including: 1 - the role of chance and skill in life 2 - the learning process Maria followed to go from zero to hero on the poker circuit in under a year 3 - the benefit of tackling problems or pursuits with a different perspective and tool-set Topics Discussed: How a run of bad luck inspired the book John von Neumann’s Theory of Game and Economic Behaviour Parallels between poker and life Stoicism Chance v skill Working with poker legend, Erik Seidel Bringing a unique toolset to poker What Maria’s grandmother thought about her becoming a poker player Maria’s first roll of the dice What she learned to go from zero to hero How Maria learns The value of a beginner’s mind, and “I don’t know” High leverage meta-skills for life and poker Dealing with the sudden spotlight and magazine covers What Maria learned about herself from playing poker The role of deliberate practice Following your passions The ludic fallacy The value of fiction Show Notes: Twitter: @mkonnikova Instagram: @grlnamedmaria Web: mariakonnikova.com Get the book: https://amzn.to/2V7ML3V NOFilter Media: www.nofilter.media K-Startup Grand Challenge: https://www.k-startupgc.org/ --- Listen to Future Squared on Apple Podcasts  goo.gl/sMnEa0 Also available on: Spotify, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Stitcher and Soundcloud Twitter: twitter.com/steveglaveski Instagram: instagram.com/@thesteveglaveski Future Squared: futuresquared.xyz Steve Glaveski: steveglaveski.com Medium: medium.com/@steveglaveski Steve's book: employeetoentrepreneur.io NEW Facebook group:facebook.com/groups/futuresquared/ Watch on YouTube: bit.ly/2N77FLx

In this episode, my guest is Maria Urso. Maria is the Associate Director of MSLs for Exact Sciences. We talk about MSL onboarding, training, and the first 60 days as an MSL in addition to some other things. In this episode: How Maria ended up in pharma Maria’s view on the onboarding, training, and the exam Advice for MSLs to help them get prepared for onboarding What can someone expect from a day-to-day perspective How important is it to follow the syllabus What materials to expect  How to stay focused while having the syllabus How to prepare for the exam The presentation on the exam and the interview What qualities Maria look for in MSLs  Crazy interview stories  Advice for someone who's trying to break into the industry Final advice for someone who is about to start their onboarding or about finish or going out into the field

Marketing is a discipline with a lot of functionally specific excellence—and a good CMO will let them get on with their expertise. CMOs have to be able to explain the executive team’s needs to the marketing team and vice versa. We are sharing this episode of The Marketer’s Journey. Randy Frisch of Uberflip speaks with Maria Pergolino, Chief Marketing Officer at Forbes Communications Council. What they talked about: - Why you should let the email marketer get on with sending email - How Maria’s high points were also her low points - The 2 pieces of advice for a senior marketer to jump into the executive team --Mentorship vs. Sponsorship Balancing over 80,000 customers Find The Marketer’s Journey on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and here.

In this episode of Changes Big and Small, I chat with Maria Xenidou. In our chat, Maria shares corporate journey and how change snuck up on her 2015. She explains how it took her 2 years to embark on a journey of discovering what would be next for her. We learn about portfolio career and impact learning. She shares how journaling and self-coaching helps her determine her path for making a change in the world. Listen to this episode for some concrete examples of how we can help people by making contributions that have impact. Timeline of the Chat 2:00 - Maria introduces herself2:44 - The decision to become a corporate scientist and her journey in that career6:35 - On being intentional and learning from others 8:48 - How change snuck up on her and why she left her corporate career11:55 - What is impact learning13:08 - What is a portfolio career and how it connects to impact learning16:06 - How Impact Learning started and finding collaborators for impact learning19:31 - Advocacy and supporting organizations21:22 - How we can contribute and help22:08 - How Maria built Impact Learning25:25 - Challenges on her journey and finding impactful work that matters28:42 - What makes a good project and choosing what to work on31:05 - How to build skills and avoiding overwhelm34:35 - Maria's role model and mentors37:27 - Her approach to coaching and views on self-directed learning41:18 - Book recommendations45:08 - Where and how to connect with Maria Find the full shownotees at https://changesbigandsmall.com/2020/03/04/being-intentional-and-building-a-career-to-make-an-impact/ Join the Changes Big and Small Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/changesbigandsmall1/ The post Being Intentional and Building a Career to Make An Impact ep. 21 appeared first on Changes BIG and small.

Don't let anyone stop you from becoming your best self. For this episode of The School of Greatness, I wanted to revisit the wisdom of some amazing women from our Summit of Greatness conference in 2017. These women are so empowering, and their words have stayed with me for these past few years.Mel Robbins is the most booked female speaker on the planet with a 7 figure speaking business. She is the author of the international best seller The 5 Second Rule, and she now she has a daytime talk show called The Mel Robbins Show. In 2018, she gave a fantastic TEDx talk titled "How to Stop Screwing Yourself Over" that has over 22 million views. Psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author Esther Perel is recognized as one of today’s most insightful and original voices on modern relationships. Her newest book is the New York Times bestseller The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity. Esther unpacks what infidelity really is, why even happy people can be unfaithful, and how couples can recover from such a traumatic experience. Najwa Zebian is a Lebanese-Canadian activist, author, speaker and educator. She focuses on empowering people that have been abused and displaced. Najwa has become a trailblazing voice for women everywhere and has been highlighted by The New York Times and CBS News, among others. She has also creatively collaborated with Google, RBC, Kohl’s and Cirque du Soleil. She is host of the podcast Stories of the Soul which is all about inspiring people to heal from pain, suffering and abuse. Maria Sharapova is a Tennis Champion, author, and entrepreneur. She won her first Grand Slam tournament at just 17 years old. She’s held major commercial endorsements with companies including Nike and Tiffany & Co. She founded Sugarpova, a premium candy line, which is packed with antioxidants and non-GMO ingredients that are worth indulging in. She also founded the Maria Sharapova Foundation which helps children around the world pursue their dreams through education and scholarships. All of these women have unique wisdom that refine greatness in a truly inspiring way.Join us in Episode 913 to learn how you too can share your story with confidence, overcome negativity and become the best version of yourself you can be.Maria, what is one piece of advice you would give to all budding entrepreneurs? (7:15)Maria, how do you handle criticism? (11:26)Najwa, how do you balance sharing your vulnerable, painful story with being hopeful? (20:50)Esther, how do I handle the outside pressure of being with a wonderful man who doesn’t look great on paper? (33:50)Mel, does inspiration build action and courage? (46:05)How to get a new perspective on something you have done for a long time (3:30)How Maria mentally switched from being just an athlete to being an entrepreneur (5:20)Inspiration to fire you up if you are at the bottom (14:35)How to overcome negative self-talk and negative voices from your family (24:22)How to honor your parents while having healthy boundaries with them (8:40)Why it’s so important for everyone to have an open conversation about sex (32:10)How to date and commit to a partner when there are so many options (37:40)How to re-establish a connection with your previous partner after a divorce (43:40)Why imposter syndrome can be a good thing (44:30)How to find your voice if you’ve experienced an abusive relationship (47:10)If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes and more at http://www.lewishowes.com/913 and follow at instagram.com/lewishowes

Having a well-defined brand strategy in place for your natural food company helps you clarify a message that resonates with your consumers, and makes stakeholders like buyers and investors to want to learn more. Today on the Real Food Brands Podcast, host and Brand Strategist Katie Mleziva talks to Maria Garcia Brennan and Pete Brennan, co-founders of Soñar! Foods, an organic grain-free tortilla chip company that brings a focus to uplifting the Latino community as part of everything they do with their business. Katie highlights Soñar! as an example of a natural food brand that is well-aligned on both the front and back end of the business when it comes to supporting the brand strategy, or “north star.” In This Episode: Why a question from their daughter lead Maria and Pete to start Soñar. How Maria and Pete met and combined their experience to start Soñar!. What it looks like to align a company with your brand strategy from the top down. What it means to be certified as a B Corp. How pursuing more than profits helps keep Soñar! grounded. How their mission extends to their packaging. The trade shows they did that helped them grow their brand. Resources: BCorporation.net Soñar! Foods Find Pete on LinkedIn @SonarOrganic on Twitter Real Food Brands Marketing Roundtable Facebook Group Real Food Brands website Brand Checkup Scorecard Connect with Katie on LinkedIn Expo West 2020 Pitch Slam Application

Finding recipes that are easy to make, delicious, nourishing and a joy for your family and friends to eat is like hitting the jackpot … and that’s what you’ll get on the show today. Joining me is Maria Lichty from the Two Peas & Their Pod Cookbook and blog.   Maria Lichty is the voice and home cook behind the food blog and cookbook, Two Peas and Their Pod. Rounding out Maria’s pod are her husband and sous chef, Josh, and her two adorable boys, Caleb and Maxwell. Maria shares her journey from wedding day to top food blogger, her adventures in the kitchen as she feeds a household full of all those guys, and some of our favorite recipes from her blog and cookbook. We’ll end with some great cookie ideas to prepare you for holiday baking. We’ll learn about her recipe for Asian-Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli,  Artichoke and Spinach Dip, and many more!   Show HIghlights:   Getting to know Maria, her family, her blog, and her cookbook How Maria got into food blogging ten years ago, mainly to get through their wedding Maria’s background in learning how to cook at home with her dad How their blogging community has grown and changed over the years What family dinners are like in Maria’s home as she deals with picky eaters at times The most popular recipe on the blog: Dad’s Cinnamon Rolls How Maria defines her food focus and style How exposing kids to different foods helps eliminate picky eaters The process from developing recipe ideas to putting them on the blog or in the cookbook How Maria shares tips and tricks for getting confident and comfortable in the kitchen Maria’s top pantry staples: canned beans, pasta, whole grains, oatmeal, oils and vinegar, nuts and nut butters, canned tomatoes, and broth Maria’s “Feeling Toasty” breakfast ideas: avocado toast; toast with peanut butter, honey, and banana; toast with almond butter and fresh peach slices; and hummus on toast with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and feta cheese Maria’s recipe for Asian-Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli: made with olive oil, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, fresh mint and cilantro, orange zest and juice, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes Maria’s Everyday Butter Lettuce Salad with a vinaigrette of olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic or champagne vinegar, honey, garlic, and salt and pepper Maria’s Four Cheese Spinach and Artichoke Dip: made with cream cheese, Greek yogurt, frozen spinach, canned artichoke hearts, shredded fontina, mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper Some of Maria’s kids’ favorites: Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs, Black Bean Quinoa Enchilada Bake, Pesto Havarti Mac and Cheese, Enchilada-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, and Tomato Basil Soup with Cheesy Garlic Dunkers How Maria and Josh meal-plan with their boys on Sundays to help them take ownership of the process One of Maria’s favorite go-to cookbooks: Baking: From My Home to Yours Favorite desserts in the book: Why Maria loves the cookie chapter and the dessert chapter, and her husband loves the Key Lime Bars The next big adventure for Maria? A random question from the Mason jar about Maria’s favorite food city or town Resources:   Baking: From My Home to Yours by Dorie Greenspan   www.superhealthykids.com www.parentsondemand.com     Twitter: https://twitter.com/twopeasandpod IG: https://www.instagram.com/twopeasandpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twopeasandtheirpod   Two Peas and Their Pod website: https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/   Liz's better-for-you 7 Layer Bars: https://www.lizshealthytable.com/2015/02/26/lightened-up-seven-layer-bars/   GIVEAWAY: We are giving away a copy of the Two Peas & Their Pod Cookbook to one lucky U.S. winner. To enter for a chance to win, tell me about your go-to, always-a-win recipe that you make when you're feeding your family ... or your friends. So family vs. cooking for a crowd. What's your favorite? I'll pick the winner on December 4th at noon ET.

Finding recipes that are easy to make, delicious, nourishing and a joy for your family and friends to eat is like hitting the jackpot … and that’s what you’ll get on the show today. Joining me is Maria Lichty from the Two Peas & Their Pod Cookbook and blog.   Maria Lichty is the voice and home cook behind the food blog and cookbook, Two Peas and Their Pod. Rounding out Maria’s pod are her husband and sous chef, Josh, and her two adorable boys, Caleb and Maxwell. Maria shares her journey from wedding day to top food blogger, her adventures in the kitchen as she feeds a household full of all those guys, and some of our favorite recipes from her blog and cookbook. We’ll end with some great cookie ideas to prepare you for holiday baking. We’ll learn about her recipe for Asian-Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli,  Artichoke and Spinach Dip, and many more!   Show HIghlights:   Getting to know Maria, her family, her blog, and her cookbook How Maria got into food blogging ten years ago, mainly to get through their wedding Maria’s background in learning how to cook at home with her dad How their blogging community has grown and changed over the years What family dinners are like in Maria’s home as she deals with picky eaters at times The most popular recipe on the blog: Dad’s Cinnamon Rolls How Maria defines her food focus and style How exposing kids to different foods helps eliminate picky eaters The process from developing recipe ideas to putting them on the blog or in the cookbook How Maria shares tips and tricks for getting confident and comfortable in the kitchen Maria’s top pantry staples: canned beans, pasta, whole grains, oatmeal, oils and vinegar, nuts and nut butters, canned tomatoes, and broth Maria’s “Feeling Toasty” breakfast ideas: avocado toast; toast with peanut butter, honey, and banana; toast with almond butter and fresh peach slices; and hummus on toast with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and feta cheese Maria’s recipe for Asian-Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli: made with olive oil, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, fresh mint and cilantro, orange zest and juice, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes Maria’s Everyday Butter Lettuce Salad with a vinaigrette of olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic or champagne vinegar, honey, garlic, and salt and pepper Maria’s Four Cheese Spinach and Artichoke Dip: made with cream cheese, Greek yogurt, frozen spinach, canned artichoke hearts, shredded fontina, mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper Some of Maria’s kids’ favorites: Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs, Black Bean Quinoa Enchilada Bake, Pesto Havarti Mac and Cheese, Enchilada-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, and Tomato Basil Soup with Cheesy Garlic Dunkers How Maria and Josh meal-plan with their boys on Sundays to help them take ownership of the process One of Maria’s favorite go-to cookbooks: Baking: From My Home to Yours Favorite desserts in the book: Why Maria loves the cookie chapter and the dessert chapter, and her husband loves the Key Lime Bars The next big adventure for Maria? A random question from the Mason jar about Maria’s favorite food city or town Resources:   Baking: From My Home to Yours by Dorie Greenspan   www.superhealthykids.com www.parentsondemand.com     Twitter: https://twitter.com/twopeasandpod IG: https://www.instagram.com/twopeasandpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twopeasandtheirpod   Two Peas and Their Pod website: https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/   Liz's better-for-you 7 Layer Bars: https://www.lizshealthytable.com/2015/02/26/lightened-up-seven-layer-bars/   GIVEAWAY: We are giving away a copy of the Two Peas & Their Pod Cookbook to one lucky U.S. winner. To enter for a chance to win, tell me about your go-to, always-a-win recipe that you make when you're feeding your family ... or your friends. So family vs. cooking for a crowd. What's your favorite? I'll pick the winner on December 4th at noon ET.

Marketing is a discipline with a lot of functionally specific excellence—and a good CMO will let them get on with their expertise. CMOs have to be able to explain the executive team's needs to the marketing team and vice versa. On this first episode of The Marketer's Journey, I got to talk with Maria Pergolino, Chief Marketing Officer at Forbes Communications Council. What we talked about: Why you should let the email marketer get on with sending email How Maria's high points were also her low points The 2 pieces of advice for a senior marketer to jump into the executive team Mentorship vs. Sponsorship Balancing over 80,000 customers Find The Marketer's Journey on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and here.

Summary: On this episode of the This is a Man’s World, She Who Dares Wins podcast, our guest is Maria Coulter, also known as The Construction Coach. Maria grew up interested in woodworking, working at an organ factory at one time before going on to college where got into the field of quantity surveying. When she entered the industry in the late 1980’s, she was pleasantly surprised to not be the only woman on site, and she has found strength and encouragement from the comradery that she and her colleagues share. During the recession, when work was limited, Maria started to notice a decreasing morale in the construction industry, from the top levels all the way down. She realized that most leaders had been chosen for their technical abilities and had never received any leadership training to be able to know how to relate to their direct reports during these leaner times. Maria began “coaching” herself throughout this time and she realized that other construction industry leaders could also use her help in self-discovery, mindset, focusing on their people, and building confidence. She has now been in business for 5 years and she has begun receiving recognition for her contributions to diversity and inclusion in the construction industry, most recently the British Empire Medal. She is also a Board member of the Construction Industry Council and Chair of its Diversity and Inclusion panel. Maria launched the TRIBE (Together Representing and Influencing Built Environments) Network on Facebook as an online community for expanding mindsets and open conversations. Time Stamps: 0:42 – How Maria got into the construction industry. 3:18 – The benefit of having other women on site. 4:27 – Challenges Maria has faced. 7:23 – How Maria got to where she is now. 10:59 – The importance of telling the “real story” to change the industry. 16:25 – It’s all about people. 17:36 – Building confidence at work. 23:18 – Celebrating the little wins. 27:39 – Handling emotions in the workplace. 33:13 – Maria’s recent British Empire Medal. 36:19 – The TRIBE Network Maria has created. 41:50 – Maria’s membership in the Construction Industry Council Board. 43:39 – Advice to women about the construction industry. Key Quotes: “I definitely felt the need for the pressure on myself to be perfect.” “We’ve got to do better than this. This is not how you get the best out of people.” “As an industry, if we really want to get this culture change, we’ve got to be able to be ourselves.” “We don’t give ourselves enough acknowledgment for all the achievements we have done and how far we have come.” “If feel like what I’m doing is a mission.” “Young people a lot of the time don’t even know we exist.” “I feel like I’m getting a voice in the industry to make a difference.” Connect with Maria: https://constructioncoach.co.uk/ Connect with us: https://www.patreon.com/Thisisamansworld https://thisisamansworld.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/Thisisamansworlduk/ https://twitter.com/AMansWorldUK https://www.instagram.com/thisisamansworlduk/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCADDdf-5TgSb3VZJ6XcSAWg?view_as=subscriber michelle@thisisamansworld.co.uk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shewhodareswins/message

Maria is a "plant lady by day and a cat lady by night" as she travels with the National Tour of Cats the Musical and is also the Founder and Host of the very popular Bloom and Grow Radio Podcast and Youtube Show. As a professional singer she was in the Broadway Company of Cats the Musical (Broadway Revival) and toured nationally and internationally with West Side Story, Evita and The Sound of Music. She developed her passion for houseplant care while in Cats on Broadway. With Bloom and Grow Radio, Maria is a self-proclaimed "Plant Killer turned Plant Lady" on a mission to help every person successfully care for houseplants- no matter how small their home is. She believes if you can learn the empathy and kindness required to care for plants, you'll bring those skills into the world and make it a kinder and greener place. Beth Clayton (your host) is a soul-based life and health coach and loves to help open-hearted people break free from their own self-sabotage, outdated thought patterns, and past pain so they can deepen their relationship with their own soul’s intuition, speak their truth courageously and fulfill their most authentic desires. She is the creator of multiple group programs, retreats, and transformational workshops, leading hundreds of truth-seekers toward finding freedom and ease in their relationship with food, their bodies, their lives and ultimately, themselves. In this episode, Beth and Maria: ● Maria’s synchronistic journey from unemployed actor to Broadway debut an unexpected path toward a booming podcast and the birth of a new dream. ● How Maria’s relationship with her body has transformed throughout her performing career and how that has impacted the success she has found in many areas of her life. ● The role that manifestation and visualization has played in Maria’s synchronistic journey. ● The importance of alignment before action as we take our next “right” step. ● How Maria is super intentional about staying in a state of “flow” instead of “forcing,” even as she handles a super busy touring, performing and recording schedule. ● The importance of surrender and letting go of our attachments to the ways things are supposed to go. ● Why authenticity and vulnerability aren’t always what we think they are. ● Why self-care is so much deeper than baths, wine, and mani-pedis and can often be difficult and challenging work. You can find Maria at: Follow Maria on Instagram at @mvf10 for performing and life and @bloomandgrowradio for all things plants! Check out www.mariafailla.com to learn more about Maria as a performer Learn more about Maria as a Plant Lady, and Plant Care advice with Bloom and Grow Radio! You can find Beth at: @bethclaytoncoach on Instagram www.soulbodylife.com Grab your free e-book, “The Secrets in Your Sabotage” at www.soulbodylife.com/free-stuff Beth’s TedX RIGHT HERE.

My guest today is Maria Bartiromo, anchor and Global Markets Editor for FOX Business. Maria has been a journalist for 30 years, starting back in 1989 as a production assistant at CNN Business News. She has seen and reported on some of the world’s most major events which you will hear about in our discussion. Maria has an upcoming special debuting on September 22, 2019 tied to how Artificial Intelligence is changing the face of business and the workplace. Her research for this special included traveling across the country over the past year and interviewing the top tier CEOs leading the charge on this topic. In today’s conversation, you will hear some of her findings and what CEOs are saying about AI and technology. You will also hear Maria’s advice on how we should prepare for what’s to come, what assumptions she had at the beginning of the process that were proven wrong, what jobs will be most on-demand in the future, and how AI might impact leaders. Maria Bartiromo is a FOX Business Global Markets Editor and Anchor. She has been a journalist for 30 years and has worked for CNN, CNBC, and FOX. She has received two Emmys and a Gracie Award and in 2009 the Financial Times named her one of the “50 Faces That Shaped The Decade”. Maria was the first journalist to report live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on a daily basis and she was the first female journalist to be inducted into the Cable Hall of Fame Class of 2011. She has written three books, The Weekend That Changed Wall Street, The 10 Laws of Enduring Success, and Use The News: How to Separate the Noise from the Investment Nuggets and Make Money in Any Economy. She has a one-hour special coming up on September 22, 2019, called Artificial Intelligence: The Revolution Happening to Our Work and Our Lives, which will air on FOX News. The report is based on research Maria has been conducting for over a year on how Artificial Intelligence is changing the face of business and the workplace. She has traveled around and interviewed the leading technologists of the world, people like Marty Schmidt, Provost at MIT, Peter Thiel, founder of Palantir and co-founder of PayPal, Ginni Rometty, Chairman and CEO of IBM and Jim Hackett, Chairman and CEO of Ford Motors. After all of her in-depth research, what does Maria think will happen to jobs in the next 5-10 years? “I mean this is today in 2019, we have more job openings than we have people. I mean, the labor force is so tight right now with a 51-year low in unemployment, and jobs are plentiful. I think that will only get worse, whereas there won't be enough people for the jobs that we need, and the jobs that we have will be able to be filled by computers. I think longer term, you are going to see a massive displacement in work and in jobs. I think the most important thing that people have to do is first of all recognize that machines are getting smarter and smarter, and they will take your job. You need to make sure to arm yourself with the right information and education, where you are savvy with technology, because if you're not savvy with technology in the next 10 years, you will be left out.” There’s no doubt that AI is becoming smarter and smarter and implementing it into business can save money and time. It can also allow humans to get involved in more creative roles and it will free us up to do the things we actually want to do. So what can we do as individuals to prepare for the future of AI and technology? Maria says first and foremost we have to enjoy every moment of everyday because life is short and it is precious. Secondly she says that education is key. Things are changing in a rapid pace and it’s not going to slow down. We need to be perpetual learners, constantly growing, innovating, dreaming, creating, and learning so that we can keep up in this upcoming world of work. What you will learn: How Maria conducted research for her upcoming piece on Artificial Intelligence A look at the assumptions she had in her mind before she started working on this report and how they changed in the process What Maria thinks will happen to jobs in the next 5-10 years How AI and technology will specifically impact leaders Who is responsible for upskilling? Organizations or individuals? What jobs will be in demand in the future Why some CEOs are worried about AI and some are optimistic Advice for what individuals should do to prepare for the future of work

Sameera Interviews Maria Genao about her weight loss journey after surgery and her strategies for maintaining her goals and staying on track after the honeymoon period ends. • How Maria decided to have her weight loss surgery. • How the surgery affected Maria's previous high blood pressure and sleep apnea. • Maria's biggest supporter post-surgery. • Why she chooses to speak out about her surgery rather than keep it under wraps. • How the surgery has affected her husband and three kids. • Maria's approach to the maintenance phase and the top tools she depends on to stay on track. • Portion control and her approach to eating out. • Shopping after surgery. • Handling worries over hair loss and excess skin. • The importance of mental health before and after surgery. • Maria's thoughts on the many misconceptions around bariatric surgery. • Maria's approach to exercise now. • Leading a full life after surgery. Download your free copy of the Bye Bye Cravings Journal here: https://www.lowkcalgal.com/journal Connect with Sameera on Instagram @lowkcalgal or by email - health@lowkcalgal.com Disclaimer: The information provided in or through this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and as one tool to increase your knowledge. This podcast is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of physicians. The listener should regularly consult a physician in matters relating to his/her health and particularly with respect to any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention. Music: "El Amor" by Overjoyed

Tune into our Pure Fandom Podcast: ‘Space Cowboys’ Episode 17 as we break down episode 9 of season 1, "Songs About Texas". Tune in for breakdowns and details on: -Our INSANE Alex Manes theory: It gets even crazier, guys. -How Maria could possibly be connected to the powers of the old woman who died as soon as Max, Isobel, and Michael came out of the pods -All those kisses and hookups! -Who Ophiuchus is -How the 14 murders play into the alien mythology (hint: If true, this could test our pod squad in the most emotional, heart-wrenching way) -and more! What did you think of the episode? Comment below or hit us up on twitter @Pure_Fandom and tell us your thoughts! Listen to episodes 1-16 on iTunes, SoundCloud, and PureFandom.com. Watch 'Roswell, New Mexico' on The CW on Tuesdays at 9/8c.

Tune into our Pure Fandom Podcast: ‘Space Cowboys’ Episode 12 as we break down episode 6 of season 1, "Smells Like Teen Spirit". Tune in for breakdowns and details on: -What's REALLY going on with Isobel (could there be a big bad at play here we haven't met yet?) -How Maria could potentially know more than she's letting on (esp. about the aliens!) -That heartbreaking Malex scene -All those juicy flashbacks -Theories for what's next -and more! What did you think of the flashback episode? Comment below or hit us up on twitter @Pure_Fandom and tell us your thoughts! Listen to episodes 1-11 on iTunes, SoundCloud, and PureFandom.com. Watch 'Roswell, New Mexico' on The CW on Tuesdays at 9/8c.

On this episode, Maria takes us through the learning journey of a chemist from Greece turned into VP of a global enterprise. She reflects on her career aspirations, the forks in the road, and the serendipitous moments that shaped the first decade of her corporate path. She talks about the opportunities she attracted through her commitment to people and customers and how she was able to leverage her experience and skills to achieve both business results and her professional goals. Tune in for some great insights from Maria that will inspire you to think deeply about your own career and life choices. Production team: Host : Maria Xenidou Producer: Julie-Roxane Krikorian Introduction Voice: David Bourne Contact us: impactlearningpodcast@gmail.com Music credits: Like Lee performed by The Mini Vandals Bluesy Vibes performed by Doug Maxwell Book Bag performed by E's Jammy Jam Mentioned in this episode Henkel - https://www.henkel.com/company Maria's LinkedIn profile that shows her career path - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaxenidou/ Listen to this episode and explore: How Maria joined a global team (2:47) Her desire to lead a team (7:07) The first fork in the road (8:44) An acquisition at the right time (12:05) Meeting the most influential person in her career (13:28) Maria’s first international assignment to Germany (16:45) A story of speaking up (19:53) Covering for her boss on Thanksgiving holiday and how it created a career opportunity (22:13) Saying no to the first opportunity to become VP in the headquarters (23:33) The lessons learned (26:26)

Tune into our Pure Fandom Podcast: ‘Space Cowboys’ Episode 17 as we break down episode 9 of season 1, "Songs About Texas". Tune in for breakdowns and details on: -Our INSANE Alex Manes theory: It gets even crazier, guys. -How Maria could possibly be connected to the powers of the old woman who died as soon as Max, Isobel, and Michael came out of the pods -All those kisses and hookups! -Who Ophiuchus is -How the 14 murders play into the alien mythology (hint: If true, this could test our pod squad in the most emotional, heart-wrenching way) -and more! What did you think of the episode? Comment below or hit us up on twitter @Pure_Fandom and tell us your thoughts! Listen to episodes 1-16 on iTunes, SoundCloud, and PureFandom.com. Watch 'Roswell, New Mexico' on The CW on Tuesdays at 9/8c.

Tune into our Pure Fandom Podcast: ‘Space Cowboys’ Episode 12 as we break down episode 6 of season 1, "Smells Like Teen Spirit". Tune in for breakdowns and details on: -What's REALLY going on with Isobel (could there be a big bad at play here we haven't met yet?) -How Maria could potentially know more than she's letting on (esp. about the aliens!) -That heartbreaking Malex scene -All those juicy flashbacks -Theories for what's next -and more! What did you think of the flashback episode? Comment below or hit us up on twitter @Pure_Fandom and tell us your thoughts! Listen to episodes 1-11 on iTunes, SoundCloud, and PureFandom.com. Watch 'Roswell, New Mexico' on The CW on Tuesdays at 9/8c.

Maria Perlman is a Confidence Coach who helps professional men build irresistible confidence and powerful relationships. She came into coaching after her personal and professional breakdown that helped her to breakthrough and to change her life completely. She dreams to spread her voice and help as many people as possible to discover their best authentic self, unleash their potential, and live lives to its fullest.During this episode, learn about Maria’s journey – from being overworked into a health scare to finding her true authentic self. Learn about confidence - not being how people see you, but how you see yourself. If you fail, just fail, be OK with it, and learn from your mistakes.Links:FacebookLinkedInMariaPerlman.comQuotes:“The moment I chose to choose myself, I felt very empowered” - Maria Perlman“Fail more, fail better” - Maria PerlmanTime Stamps:2:57– Maria’s Story – Jumping from one challenge to another – working to be more than ordinary4:40 – Finding her key driver and true authentic self7:21 – The breakdown that led to the breakthrough12:45 – How Maria picked confidence coaching for men17:54 – Embracing mistakes – Listening to your intuition19:20 – Maria’s advice to people who are constantly told “you have to be everywhere – on all channels to reach your audience”21:03 – Maria’s keys to develop confidence25:59 – Maria���s craziest entrepreneurship moment28:28 – Rapid fire questions!31:00 – Entrepreneurship trivia!Want more? Visit Fearlesswithcory.comCoryMosley.com

Maria Burwood is the founder of Showcase Renovations. An elite team member in the Wonder Women program of The School Of Renovating. Maria is a passionate renovator, engineer and project manager with over twenty years of experience in the industry.   On today’s episode, Bernadette interviews Maria Burwood. They discuss her most recent renovation project - a three-bedroom penthouse spanning two floors of the Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf in Sydney. Bernadette covers,   How Maria secured a property originally planned for a family home renovation and why she decided to flip it The 3 major challenges Maria faced in renovating a heritage listing Why Maria gave all the reins to one builder and project manager and how it became a success Maria’s approach to an apartment without an outdoor area and how she used a palette of natural materials and resources to make it work What Maria would have done differently if given a chance The financial outcome of the project How a private buyer’s agent managed the selling of the property and the flow of buyers Maria’s motto, “Making Success Seamless” How being a part of Wonder Women has helped her achieve renovation success   Resources mentioned in this episode: Maria Burwood’s website, www.showcaserenovations.com.au   --- Get and download your FREE show notes of the episode Here! ---If you find this episode helpful, you can help support the show by leaving us a 5-star review on iTunes: She Renovates and subscribe to the podcast. Check out more renovating tips and inspiration at The School Of Renovating and listen to other episodes of 'She Renovates' at The School Of Renovating: Podcast

Erik de Groot - How To Combine Performance and Sustainability in Creating An Athletic Apparel Brand. Come and listen to Erik who shared a lot of fascinating information about sportswear. Many of the information would probably make you completely change your view on sportswear forever! How these Polyester sportswear may not only harm your health but also create a lot of issues for our mother earth. How he and his friends built an apparel company that has production in The Netherlands while many others have production in China or Bangladesh. How Maria and Erik played in a fun game. And much much more... The livestream of this week is an amazing one. We had a blast with Erik and we hope you would too! You can find more information about {Iron Roots} at: https://www.ironroots.com For long form interviews with other fascinating people, please check out Madam Rotterdam Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/m... Subscribe for more inspiration: https://bit.ly/2QSfZjf To know more about Madam Rotterdam: www.madamrotterdam.nl

Maria Alcoke is the host of the Engine Mom Podcast, a CrossFit-L1 trainer, a Certified Pre&Postnatal Coach and runs her own graphic & web design studio, MariaVida Creative. In this episode, you’ll learn: What mama Maria is up to (0:15) Maria’s CrossFit routine and how she supports Moms-to-be (1:30) The best type of movement for pregnancy (4:25) The right amount of exercise while pregnant and as a new Mom (5:59) The importance of working with a fitness coach (11:00) What exercises Maria’s going to stop doing during her second pregnancy (13:57) How new Moms can expect to exercise with a pregnant belly -- Moving with Intention & Intensity (16:50) Find a fitness coach you can trust online or in your area (18:44) The mindset to stay fit during pregnancy through postpartum (19:50) How Maria works with women in person and online (22:48) After a hard workout, your muscles are crying out for rest. There’s regular massage and then there’s Thai massage. In the next episode, Beth Howarth explains how pregnant women can receive massage and do yoga.

Thrilled to be joined by Alessia of @apartmentbotanist to discuss growing a large plant collection in a small space and using humidity indoors to help your plants thrive! So if you have been listening to the podcast, you’ll know that I met Alessia  online when I was fawning over her pilea peperomiodies and the rest is history. What was initially an online friendship through DMs (mostly of her helping me with my beginning stages of my plant collection) has blossomed into a really beautiful IRL friendship. Alessia is a really important part of this plant community, because this girl has one of the most generous hearts I know out there. Even though her account has grown and grown, I know she takes time to talk to whoever needs help, and she also supports so many people in the plant space. She is the first to preorder someones new plant book, order a plant pin, support a planty go fund me- this girl just shows up for people, and I think she’s a great example of what this community can be for people, and I’m lucky to call her my friend. This conversation might have more giggles than some of my other episodes because we are having an educational conversation, but we are also just plant friends sitting on a couch talking about our plants but in this conversation she provides so much insight and so many tips on how she has a LARGE collection of plants in a small space, humidity hacks and lots more.   In this episode we learn: - How Maria and Alessia became #plantfriendsIRL - Why Alessia was inspired to create her Celestial Monstera Pin - All about Alessia’s personal collection – transitioning from mostly desert plants to mostly tropical plants - The magic of a disco ball - How Alessia grew her indoor plant collection in her small NYC one bedroom apartment - How to use your windows to organize the layout of your plants in your home - Alessia’s thoughts on Begonias - How to expand your collection beyond your crowded windowsills - Tips for finding and utilizing great plant shelves - Plant Fails - they happen to everyone. Learn about Alessia's with the tale of “the Foot” - Alessia’s humidity hacks: what humidifiers she uses and how she uses them to help her plants thrive in her space - Her daily/weekly/monthly plant care routine Take my Listener Survey so I can get to know you and better understand what episodes to create in Season 3! It will only take 5 minutes of your fabulously planty life! http://bit.ly/2NyJrsw For links to equipment, people and places we discussed and tons of photos of Alessia's place, visit www.bloomandgrowradio.com/apartmentbotanist Thank you to Gardenuity for sponsoring this episode! Gardenuity creates custom garden kits for you and your particular environment.They pair you with herbs and vegetables you can grow successfully in your zip code through their matching system and sets you up for success with their Gro Pro Service that gives you growing tips and advice to ensure you have a fantastic harvest. To see what seasonal herbs and vegetables you can grow right now, visit www.gardenuity.com and enter your zip code! Bloom and Grow Radio listeners can use code BLOOM at checkout to redeem a free gourmet Garden Inspired Salt to pair with your grow kit! Follow Alessia: IG: @apartmentbotanist Other IG accounts Alessia is behind: @furrybotanist @philodendronfanatic For Alessia's Planty Amazon Recommendations visit: amazon.com/shop/apartmentbotanist Etsy Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/ApartmentBotanist Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/apartmentbotanist/   Follow Bloom and Grow Radio: Garden Club: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-club IG: @bloomandgrowradio Facebook: www.facebook.com/bloomandgrowradio www.bloomandgrowradio.com

Maria Saracen is a woman of many talents, she has worked as a journalist, a TV producer, and successfully launched and grown a thriving health coaching business and now helps other coaches build businesses as well.  In this episode you'll learn: Maria’s exciting, non-conventional entrepreneurial journey Why Maria loves making money and saving as well How Maria get into health coaching and what happened along her journey The most important thing to know when starting your business How enjoy and appreciate the journey to your goals The essential tools you need as a multi-passionate entrepreneur A fun strategy to use to double (even triple) your email list in two weeks or less and so much more! You can find out more about Maria at: Money Website Blueprint at MariaSaracen.com Other resources mentioned during the episode: MarieForleo.com

Joining us today are Maria Meyers and Kate Pope Hodel of Sourcelink, a program of the University of Missouri- Innovation Center with a single mission: to make entrepreneurship easier. Maria is Founder Executive Director. Kate is with Special Projects. Together they run the network that builds entrepreneurial communities and stacks the cards in your favor! SourceLink has helped communities transform fragmented economic development organizations into vibrant and vital ecosystems. Developed through support from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the University of Missouri-Kansas City, SourceLink connects resources to each other and to a national network of best practices to help communities create jobs, accelerate business and strengthen local economies. In this episode: - How Maria became known as “the queen of entrepreneurship” throughout the Midwest. - The origins of SourceLink. - The biggest challenges for business owners. - Where business owners are least effective...Most effective...Seeking direction... - How Sourcelink establishes the ecosystems and networks. - Kate is a master of data. What stories do the numbers tell. - How an entrepreneur should find and use data. - What sources and kinds of data are best indicators. - Breakthrough programs with the Kauffman Foundation - How Sourcelink creates a pathway for success with clients. - What Kate learned from the best in the field and thought leaders. - What we can learn from the “on-the-ground implementers”. - Kate's advice for businesses owners to step outside of their comfort zone. Learn more: www.joinsourcelink.com @joinsourcelink (Twitter) @joinsourcelink (Facebook)

Joining us today are Maria Meyers and Kate Pope Hodel of Sourcelink, a program of the University of Missouri- Innovation Center with a single mission: to make entrepreneurship easier. Maria is Founder Executive Director. Kate is with Special Projects. Together they run the network that builds entrepreneurial communities and stacks the cards in your favor! SourceLink has helped communities transform fragmented economic development organizations into vibrant and vital ecosystems. Developed through support from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the University of Missouri-Kansas City, SourceLink connects resources to each other and to a national network of best practices to help communities create jobs, accelerate business and strengthen local economies. In this episode: - How Maria became known as “the queen of entrepreneurship” throughout the Midwest. - The origins of SourceLink. - The biggest challenges for business owners. - Where business owners are least effective...Most effective...Seeking direction... - How Sourcelink establishes the ecosystems and networks. - Kate is a master of data. What stories do the numbers tell. - How an entrepreneur should find and use data. - What sources and kinds of data are best indicators. - Breakthrough programs with the Kauffman Foundation - How Sourcelink creates a pathway for success with clients. - What Kate learned from the best in the field and thought leaders. - What we can learn from the “on-the-ground implementers”. - Kate's advice for businesses owners to step outside of their comfort zone. Learn more: @joinsourcelink (Twitter) @joinsourcelink (Facebook)

Joining us today are Maria Meyers and Kate Pope Hodel of Sourcelink, a program of the University of Missouri- Innovation Center with a single mission: to make entrepreneurship easier. Maria is Founder Executive Director. Kate is with Special Projects. Together they run the network that builds entrepreneurial communities and stacks the cards in your favor! SourceLink has helped communities transform fragmented economic development organizations into vibrant and vital ecosystems. Developed through support from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the University of Missouri-Kansas City, SourceLink connects resources to each other and to a national network of best practices to help communities create jobs, accelerate business and strengthen local economies. In this episode: - How Maria became known as “the queen of entrepreneurship” throughout the Midwest. - The origins of SourceLink. - The biggest challenges for business owners. - Where business owners are least effective...Most effective...Seeking direction... - How Sourcelink establishes the ecosystems and networks. - Kate is a master of data. What stories do the numbers tell. - How an entrepreneur should find and use data. - What sources and kinds of data are best indicators. - Breakthrough programs with the Kauffman Foundation - How Sourcelink creates a pathway for success with clients. - What Kate learned from the best in the field and thought leaders. - What we can learn from the “on-the-ground implementers”. - Kate's advice for businesses owners to step outside of their comfort zone. Learn more: www.joinsourcelink.com @joinsourcelink (Twitter) @joinsourcelink (Facebook)

In This Week's Episode:  Maria Konnikova is a contributing writer to The New Yorker, and author of the best selling books The Confidence Game and Mastermind: How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes. Maria gained notoriety in the poker community when she won the 2018 PCA National Championship for $84,000, plus a $30,000 PSPC Platinum Pass. What makes Maria's story so fascinating is that a year before her victory, she had no clue how to play poker, and admittedly didn't even know how many cards were in the deck. Maria's books focus on psychology, and it's application in the real world. She chose poker as the subject of her next book, The Biggest Bluff, to try to understand the nature of luck vs. skill and figure out if we can learn how to tell the difference. To research the book she chose to fully immerse herself in the game and attempt to make it on the live tournament circuit. With the help of Erik Seidel, her story has been one of outstanding success, and she's going to continue with the journey at least until next year when she'll play the $25,000 PSPC at the 2010 PokerStars PCA. In This Episode You'll Learn: 10:52 - How Maria landed Erik Seidel as a coach before she ever read a poker book (and why she targeted him as her ideal coach). 26:36 - The high leverage skill that Maria learned through poker which she now applies to her most important decisions. 28:11 - The 3 reasons why Maria achieved rapid success even though Erik Seidel labeled her as "not naturally suited to poker." Resources:  Maria Konnikova: MariaKonnikova.com Twitter Instagram The Confidence Game Mastermind: How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes Adrienne "Talonchick" Rowsome: Watch and Subscribe to Adrienne's Twitch Channel Instagram Twitter Facebook

Maria Hunt, in her early twenties always had that entrepreneurial spirit and wanted to do something to help people. That's just been her nature as she’s loved working for people. She had been a horrible student in her student days barely graduating, but once she started working with these huge technology companies that's where it sparked her interests in learning. She learnt everything there is to learn about business and entrepreneurship from her once upon a time, co-workers and bosses. “When you're working in a company, you have the social aspect, you're working with people but when you're a non-working mother, it's more isolating and lonely when you're just home with your kids.” Maria worked for MySpace and other Tech startups that inspired in her, the social aspects. MySpace connected people, which is especially what mothers, ultimately need. It was when Maria found these other mom groups, only to find there was mom shaming, being mean, or judgmental at one another. She thought, she's getting older, and there is no time to do all of that, so she wanted to create this community of women who inspire, who look out for each other, who support, who loved to laugh, who love to have a good time and do not judge each other because, all women are going through all of it together. It is then she created this community Unicornmoms, now almost 70,000 members where moms can have real discussions, a fun time AND even a dirty mind without any judgments or cattiness. In this episode you will learn: Where did it all start, what was the early on vision and what was the process that took Maria from where she was to, where she is today How Maria was able to sustain and contain the equally challenging entrepreneurial vision she had when she started The differences of working as a high-level executive at a technology company, and being a mom The inspiration to create Unicornmoms What role do the parents play on the upbringing of kids What role does the father figure play in raising effective children Is the stay-at-home parenting the most effective way to raise a loving child? What would it need of women to own their own power and to step into it and realize they are limitless, with no boundaries What did her kids teach Maria about herself and what did she learn through being a parent Is there a question for a Mom or Dad to ask themselves daily to remind themselves of the way to be the best parent for their kids How can a Man /Husband be a best parent in their family How can moms who’ve lost their identities, re-establish their identities and find themselves again so they can find more meaning and fulfillment and live a more empowering lifestyle The App that Maria Hunt created for Unicornmoms and how can that be applicable to Moms and Dads One message of inspiration for the listeners today Resources: www.unicornmoms.com Instagram: unicornmoms Twitter: TheUnicornMomsFacebook: UnicornMoms   Tweetables: It's not just about learning about business skills, technical skills, professional skills; it's all about learning about yourself Being a mom is like hard, it's like a 24/7 Communication between the parents is the key; putting your issues aside, you have to be in this together, to benefit the kid It's very important for a son to have a father figure, to be there and to talk to about certain things that he can't talk to his mom The most important thing to raising great kids is, you have to be present you have to be there with your child at least 1 hour a day in a 24 hour cycle Nowadays there are stay-at-home moms that are on their phone constantly while  their babies are playing in the playpen or whatever Women need to just get out their comfort zones and take that chance and that risk; then great things will come out Women need to surround themselves with people who'll support them no matter what, in all aspects of their lives We get stuck in a rut, if we lose who we are (identity) because of our kids

Keto bread? Keto waffles? Keto fruit salad? Yep, all those low carb option and more are totally possible on a ketogenic diet. You just need to know what to do, and my guest on today's podcast, , knows exactly how to do it. Maria is a wellness expert in nutrition and exercise physiology. She is the author of several cookbooks and three nutritional guidebooks, including the global bestseller The Ketogenic Cookbook, Quick & Easy Ketogenic Cooking and the books we talk about on today's show... ...... ...... ...and ... Maria’s success stems from her passion for helping others reach and sustain optimal health through programs and education that work on a personal level. She understands the connection between food and how it makes us all feel inside and out. Her specialty is brain chemical neurotransmitters and how they are affected by the foods we eat. After struggling with her weight throughout her childhood, she decided to study health and wellness so she could help others who are discouraged by their appearance and do not feel their best. The nutrient-rich, relatively high-fat dietary approach that she developed for herself and the exotic, little-known replacements for typical high-glycemic starchy foods and sugar are what finally gave her total peace with food, something she never imagined possible. During our discussion, you'll discover: -Why Maria is such a big fan of using potassium and magnesium to maintain lean muscle when on a ketogenic diet...[9:35 & 11:50] -How to make a ketogenic snow cone...[13:42] -Why one of the common keto mistakes is consuming too many nuts and seeds...[17:05] -What are the top sweeteners that Maria likes and why do she "blends" sweeteners...[22:45] -The one sugar alcohol that is best and OK to use...[26:50] -Maria's amazing chicken and waffles recipe...[28:20] -A low-glycemic index, healthy twist on a "hot pocket"...[35:40] -How to make a "fat bomb"...[39:15] -Maria's recipe for a ketogenic fruit salad...[41:30] -How to make dairy-free and nut-free ketogenic bread...[44:00] -How Maria makes healthy refried beans...[47:11] -The shocking truth about omelette batter in restaurants...[50:55] -Maria's definition of a comfort food, and why you get a unique psychological benefit from eating comfort food...[53:50] -What Maria's favorite comfort food recipe is...[55:50] -And much more! Resources from this episode: - - - - - - - Show Sponsors: -Organifi - Go to and use discount code BEN for 20% off your Green Juice order. You can also use discount code REDBEN for 20% off your Red Juice order! -HealthGains - Text the word "GAIN" to 313131 to receive a $250 voucher toward your HealthGAINS treatment. -Four Sigmatic - Go to and use code code BENGREENFIELD for 15% off. -Thorne - Go to to check out pure, high quality supplements. Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for Maria or me? Leave your comments at and one of us will reply!

Maria is joined by Michelle Scheuermann, she is the principal of Bullet Proof Communications, LLC, a marketing communications consultancy specializing in communication strategies utilizing both traditional and non-traditional avenues to increase awareness and participation in brands, events and more. Michelle created Bullet Proof Media Blog in 2009 as a way to share insights into outdoor TV world as she worked for Sportsman Channel. She has more than 10 years of experience in marketing, communications and PR. Her client list includes larger, well-known brands like Sportsman Channel and North American Media Group as well as working with television producers and non-profit organizations. They talk about How Maria feels marketers should be speaking to women who are participating in these sports. Also examples of some brands who are doing this well. 

In 2013, at the age of 50, Maria noticed a blurry spot in her eyes. After working with several doctors, she found out she had a rare genetic blindness. This is her story of the last four years living what she calls, “my unexpected life”.  Topics discussed in part 1 include the following: Her experience with disability before she lost her sight. How Maria lost her sight. How Maria worked through her grief, including her experience with therapy and blindness training. How Maria has continued to teach fitness.

Maria Makanjuola, the biochemist founder of Sweet Cake TV School, discusses how to build a Facebook community from scratch (she literally went from 0 to 25k+ members in one year).  Maria discusses how to create an online school from consumer feedback and how she empowers African women on the continent and in the diaspora by teaching them a profitable craft. TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE: How I meet Maria Makanjuola in the Africa Business Academy (1:00) Maria's background (2:00) Why she started a Facebook group (3:00) How to build a community (5:19) How Maria built her website herself (9:00) How she became an entrepreneur (12:31) Teaching African women entrepreneurial skills (17:21) Why you should focus on 1 or 2 social media platforms (28:00)

Today's Guest I'm very excited to introduce this week's guest, Maria of Gentlewhispering. She's not one of your typical online business owners, so she might be new to you. Maria (who keeps her last name a secret for privacy reasons) is a huge success on YouTube, with almost 800,000 subscribers, and one video with over 16 MILLION views. In this episode we talk about how she got started, how she grew her channel, how often she produces new videos, and how she learned to balance quality and quantity in terms of YouTube content. We also talk about how she's monetized her channel, which has allowed her to quit her job and turn her hobby into a business. Maria is often known as the "Queen of ASMR" because of the quality of her work and how dedicated she is to her community. About Maria of Gentlewhispering Maria, also known as “GentleWhispering” is an ASMR content creator on Youtube.com, who has been making creative relaxation videos since 2011. While working with ASMR phenomenon, which focus is on auditory and visual stimuli to elicit a calming and meditative reaction, “GentleWhispering” has become the most subscribed ASMR channel with nearly 800 thousand subscribers and over 240 million total views. The channel features over 270 unique videos, 70 of which have surpassed 1 million views, including the most popular ASMR video of all time exceeding 16 million views alone. Maria engages her audience using hypnotic movements, soothing voice and melodic sounds to trigger an ASMR tingling sensation. These techniques create a comforting atmosphere for the viewer, which are often educational and entertaining, as well as sleep inducing. To gain an understanding and knowledge of this phenomenon, multiple media outlets from all over the world, including The Washington Post and Time Magazine has reached out and featured Maria on several occasions. She has also been a guest on many television shows such as ABC’s “Good Morning America” and NBC’s “The Today Show”. She continues her dedication for gaining and sharing knowledge about the phenomenon and helping her viewers to relax. Listen to this episode What You’ll Learn Maria Gentlewhispering's top tips on how to create a successful YouTube channel How Maria's YouTube channel grew from a hobby into an unexpected business How viewer feedback -- both positive and negative -- helped her grow her channel How Maria gets past internet hate Why Maria started a second, more personal channel on YouTube Inspiring ASMRtists Emma from WhispersRedASMR  Heather Feather ASMR Ally from ASMRrequests  Dmitri from Massage ASMR  Connect with Maria Youtube Instagram Twitter Facebook Click to Tweet It would make me so happy if you could take a minute and share this with other women entrepreneurs on Twitter. If you enjoy the Business Mindset Podcast, please click to tweet: [BMP174] Maria of Gentlewhispering ~ How to Create a Successful YouTube Channel http://wp.me/p3507p-3Ff  #podcast How to Subscribe Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Help Spread the Word If you enjoyed this episode, please head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating and a review! You can also subscribe, so you'll never miss an episode.    

Maria Emmerich is a National and International Best Selling author of “The Ketogenic Cookbook“. She's also authored 8 other books including several cookbooks and 3 nutritional guide books including “Secrets to a Healthy Metabolism”  Her newest book is called "Quick and Easy Ketogenic Cooking”. Maria lives in Wisconsin with her husband and their two children, and today, she shares her family’s adoption story with us. Listen on iTunes | Listen on Stitcher In this episode you’ll hear: -How Maria knew that adoption was what she was meant to do -A major setback that she and her husband experienced soon after starting the adoption process -How the community supported Maria and her husband, and how the setback ultimately led her to her current career success -What fears she had throughout the process, and what fears she still has -How Maria grew/changed through the adoption process -What her mother said to her when she was down that completely changed her perspective -How she first bonded with the boys -The one question that she really wishes other people would quit asking -What resource help her the most while going through the process -Something that a friend told her that helped Maria see the adoption process as a blessing instead of feeling sad about not going through pregnancy -How mothering is different from what she thought it would be -How her family keep a tie to Ethiopia -How they talk about adoption to their children -Her advice for anyone going through the adoption process -What she learned about herself through this process -What Maria wants all mothers to know Show Notes: Maria’s Websites: mariamindbodyhealth.com keto-adapted.com Maria’s Latest Book: (Which I own and LOVE)             http://amzn.to/2dh5uTj FREE Soul Work Sheet: specifically tailored to this episode Link to the gratitude quote from Maria’s Soul Work Action Step *There’s a bonus clip of Maria talking about the inspiration behind her Soul Work Action Step in the  Soul Work For Moms Facebook Group! Are you a part of the group? If so, you are automatically entered to win ALL Soul Work For Moms giveaways!! Check out other podcast episodes here:

About a month ago I made an announcement on the podcast asking for volunteers who wanted to receive a channel critique and strategy session by me and I received so many submissions! Maria AKA Agapelovegirl stood out to me because I saw the work and energy she was putting into her channel yet her videos were not getting the kind of views the quality of her channel warranted. She was working hard without seeing the results. Fortunately, I was there to help!  Here is what you will learn in this episode:  1.) Why Maria needed to change her Channel Banner 2.) The one opportunity Maria was missing with her channel. 3.) How Maria could change her video titles to get more views. 4.) What niche Maria had and how discovering that can give her channel direction. 5.) What Maria needed to let go of in order to move forward with her channel. 6.) A special trick when working with indie brands. Check out the blog post with screen shots from her channel at the time of our session.  Check out Maria's channel HERE.  Join the fun in our Facebook group HERE. 

  Hello and welcome to episode 21!   This week I had the absolutely privilege of sitting down with Spanish artist Maria Gil Ulldemolins who lives and works in Brussels. Maria's creative practice is a very process-oriented and heavily influenced by her experiences with meditation. Her work explores the themes of embracing mistakes, letting go, flow, compassion, control, variations and time.   In this episode we really dive into Maria's journey of studying the visual arts in Swaziland at a young age to owning her own studio, her belief that life is like google maps and it  finds a way of redirecting you to where you should be and how we all need to stop hating ourselves for hating ourselves when we're in a shitty place.   This is a great episode is you want to hear a really honest discussion about integrity, honesty and pity parties, if you want to hear a really frank conversation about the pressure to make six figures online and how it affects creatives, and if you want to feel really inspired like you have the world on your side.   I absolutely loved talking with Maria, she is such a breath of fresh air and I can't tell you how much of a laugh we had, both on air and off air. I know you're going to love Maria and this episode!   Enjoy the show! About Maria   Maria is a Spanish artist living and working in Brussels, Belgium. Maria's creative practice is a very process-oriented and heavily influenced by her experiences with meditation. Broad themes explored include embracing mistakes, letting go, flow, compassion, control, variations and time.   Before committing to her painting practice, she worked in innovation. Maria is trained in Product Design, Art History and Art Theory.   You can connect with Maria here: Website | Instagram Things we talked about during today's show   Maria's story of studying in Swaziland at a young age and how this helped her find herself as a person and as an artist   Debunking myths of easy six figure incomes online and how we're all supposed to be grateful for any employment opportunities   How Maria is inspired by making accidents happen and her advice on how to take a similar approach with your creativity   How Maria doesn't believe in faking it until you make it   How we all need to stop hating ourselves for hating ourselves.   Books/Resources etc mentioned during today's show   Headspace Find out more and download the Couragemakers Manifesto here   If you have any question about today's episode, any comments or would like to be a guest on Couragemakers, get in touch: meg@thathummingbirdlife.com   About Meg & That Hummingbird Life   I'm Meg and I'm the host of Couragemakers and founder of That Hummingbird Life. I started this podcast because I wanted to create a platform for passionate and unconventional women to have honest conversations and to share their stories, struggles and dreams. The intention behind this podcast is to inspire and encourage creative and mission-driven women to live a wholehearted life and follow the beat of their drum.   When I'm not recording episodes and making new friends with the wonderful guests, you can find me working on all manners of magic over at That Hummingbird Life, sending free self care checks ins to hundreds of women every Sunday and helping my clients build brands they love as a graphic designer. I'm currently based in London, and getting ready for my round the world adventure with Mr. Meg starting August 2016. Don't worry the podcast isn't going anywhere!   That Hummingbird Life | Twitter | Pinterest |  

On the show today, I'm interviewing Maria Killiam, the founder and trainer for True Color Expert. She is an internationally sought after color expert, design blogger, author of 2 eBooks, trainer, decorator and stylist. I love her energy. She's funny, charming and very no-nonsense, which I really love. She gave a lot of information about choosing colors and styling on this episode and I hope you'll take away some great information to work on your home. At the end of the episode, I'll be making couple special announcements, including a giveaway! What we talked about today: How Maria got started What's undertone The 9 most important undertones to know Colors can help you get the look and feel right for your home Easy place to start working in colors in your home Finding the right white Bathroom renovations How to create the look of your house Where to start when you pick colors for your home How to work with colors if they're clashing You should never have more than ____ undertones in the same room Earthy side of undertones Grays Some rules when it comes to choose colors The reason for the gray trend Common mistakes with trends What colors are in right now How greige become popular How long a color trend lasts Every bathroom should be ______ How to use colors to make the home feel cohesive How to create flow and where to start Some of the biggest mistake a homeowner makes when they choose colors Why sofas in the store may look really different than in your home and how to avoid it How light affects colors Why colors should relate to each other Why is white so complicated? White falls under 4 categories Biggest challenge with choosing colors New trends in 2016 How Pantone got their new colors this year Maria's go to colors What makes a room feel finished and styled How Maria improved her styling Some of Maria's tricks to update and style homes

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary is joined by actress, author and marketing guru, Maria Ross. Maria is an entrepreneurial mom who has had her share of ups and downs. With a sudden health crisis, Maria’s outlook on life shifted and changed her view for the better. Maria and Rosemary cover a slew of topics including branding, key qualities of business and life as an entrepreneurial mom. Key Takeaways:01:03 How Maria started in branding03:07 Acting or Branding: What came first?05:30 Your internet appearance versus reality07:32 Rosemary and Maria discuss creating content and building trust with your audience10:11 Maria talks about the importance of consistency14:02 Creating content that you enjoy creating15:30 What is branding?16:52 Rosemary and Maria talk logos19:04 Maria describes her journey21:50 Maria talks about her book23:29 Being and advocate for your health27:30 Maria speaks about patience29:00 Asking for help32:30 Maria talks about her son35:42 What had Maria surprised about motherhood42:02 “Magical” new-mom moments44:19 Maria speaks about her marriage47:22 The struggle of being a mom and running a business52:07 Over scheduling your children58:01 How to reach Maria   Mentioned in this episode:http://red-slice.com@redslice

This isn't a story about gardening, plant friends. This is an episode on plant friendship. Melody is a local gardener who lives 15 minutes from me and has one of the most unbelievable gardens I've ever seen! Her backyard is a whimsical garden oasis, with a gazebo, greenhouse, and a different flower or bloom everywhere you look. In this episode, I share the story of how I met Melody and Melody gives us a deeper understanding of soil, how it's alive, and how to make it the best soil for growing. Hear all of Melody's great tips on keeping your soil rich and how plants teach us the importance of coexistence. 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( https://plnk.to/BAGR?to=page ) ------------------------- In this episode we learn: ------------------------- * [03:39] The changes to Maria's gardening plans and a preview of her friendship with Melody * [07:50] The story of the attack rooster * [08:06] How Maria and Melody met and became friends * [09:23] Melody shares her rich horticultural background and how she became the plant lady that she is today * [11:11] How community-supported agriculture (CSA) helped address food shortage during the first months of COVID * [12:54] Store-bought vegetables vs homegrown and organic vegetables * [14:05] Melody discusses one of the biggest problems in agribusiness and food nutrition * [15:23] What is in Melody's amazing live soil * [16:37] The three different types of soil and their characteristics * [19:41] What type of soil is best for the garden? * [21:01] Why you need the best soil for your plants * [21:13] Where to get the best indoor and outdoor gardening products * [22:39] How to best keep animals away from your greens * [25:14] How to keep weeds from growing in your garden with a collinear hoe * [27:07] Melody's first year gardening * [28:28] How to keep your soil rich and how to format your garden * [30:12] Melody's tips on designing an in-ground garden * [31:17] How to use compost in your garden * [33:28] A little trivia about sweet illicium, and the importance of knowing your beneficials * [34:59] Bees in the garden and why you shouldn't be scared of them * [35:55] How plants teach us the importance of co-existence * [36:36] Garden beginner tip: try square gardening! * [38:21] Why you should examine the roots of your plants and what they can teach you about your garden * [39:38] Maria and Melody's plants this growing season * [42:35] Maria shares the wonderful things she's learned from Melody about plants and about life * ---------------------------------- Thank you to our episode sponsors: ---------------------------------- Espoma Organic -------------- Espoma Organic is dedicated to making safe indoor and outdoor gardening products for people, pets, and the planet. 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