Podcasts about intercultural creativity

"Generosity is good for the brain.” ”Be intentional and ask yourself, 'When was the last time I did something for the first time?'” “We have to intentionally put ourselves in new spaces.” “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is today.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Intercultural Creativity 02:53 The Journey of Genein Letford 05:55 Understanding Intercultural Creativity 09:01 The Importance of Cultural Awareness 11:57 Benefits of Expanding Awareness 15:00 The Role of the Brain in Creativity 18:03 Emotional Intelligence and Learning 20:57 The Arts as a Justice Issue 23:57 Lifelong Learning and Curiosity 26:58 Practical Steps for Creative Engagement 30:25 Unlocking Hidden Potential Through Music 32:20 The Power of Emotional Regulation and the Arts 34:38 Recharging the Brain: The Importance of Breaks 37:48 Seven Pillars of Brain Health 39:19 The Importance of Creativity in Education 42:51 Curiosity and Generosity: Keys to a Fulfilling Life 46:14 Prismatic Leadership: Seeing Hidden Talents 51:17 Legacy of Intercultural Creativity Episode Summary: In this conversation, Genein Letford, a pioneer in intercultural creativity, shares her journey from being an elementary school teacher to becoming a leading voice in creative and intercultural competencies. She discusses the importance of understanding our cultural lenses and how they affect our perception of creativity. Letford emphasizes the need for curiosity and lifelong learning, highlighting the role of the arts in brain development and emotional intelligence. She provides practical advice on how to engage with different cultures and expand one's awareness, ultimately advocating for a more inclusive and creative approach to education and leadership. In this conversation, Genein Letford discusses the importance of music, emotional regulation, and creativity in personal and educational development. She emphasizes the need for breaks to recharge the brain, the significance of integrating arts into education, and the role of curiosity and generosity in leading a fulfilling life. Letford also highlights the concept of prismatic leadership, which involves recognizing and nurturing the hidden talents of team members, and shares her vision for a legacy centered around intercultural creativity. R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Expose yourself to different cultural lenses to influence your creativity. Travel and make connections with diverse cultures. Curiosity is a key driver of personal and professional growth. The brain benefits significantly from engagement in the arts. Emotional intelligence and brain safety is foundational for effective learning. Arts education is a justice issue that impacts brain development. Lifelong learning should include artistic experiences. It's never too late to invest in creativity and learning. Practical engagement with new experiences can rewire the brain.  Emotional regulation is crucial for success. Dementia prevention starts in early education. Generosity has positive effects on the brain. Great leaders recognize hidden talents in others. Flourishing creatively is key to a fulfilling life. Guest Bio: Genein Letford is a pioneer in the field of Intercultural Creativity™ and a national award-winning educator, best-selling author and global speaker on the creative and intercultural competencies. As a veteran TEDx speaker and top creativity trainer, she has inspired many professionals to redevelop their creative abilities in order to produce inclusive ideas for the classroom and workspace. She is certified in the Intercultural Development Inventory Assessment and delivers one of a kind interactive training on intercultural creativity for organizations. She is the founder and Chief Creative Officer of CAFFE InterCreative Strategies, LLC which trains leaders and employees to unleash their innovative thinking for themselves and in their work while building an inclusive environment. Genein believes creative thinking surrounded by an environment of inclusion are critical skills and she is often called ‘America's Champion of Creativity' for her work in reigniting creativity and inclusiveness in our workforce. Resources: CaffeStrategies.com GeneinLetford.com Genein Letford on Linkedin (in/genein) Genein Letford on Facebook (@GeneinSpeaks) Genein Letford on Twitter/X (@GeneinLetford) Genein Letford on Instagram (@geneinletford) Genein's books Genein's The Create and Grow Podcast  Creative Wealth Academy  Proud Mary by Tina Turner- go to karaoke song Everything Under the Sun by Molly Oldfield The social brain and its superpowers: Matthew Lieberman, Ph.D.  I Heard There Was a Secret Chord by Dr. Daniel Leventon, audiobook on YouTube ​​Music and Mind by Renée Fleming ​​Your Brain on Art by Dr. Ivy Ross and Dr. Susan Magnuson Where to find R.O.G. Podcast: R.O.G on YouTube R.O.G on Apple Podcasts R.O.G on Spotify 5 Year Gratitude Journal: Grounded in Gratitude on Etsy How diverse is your network?  N.D.I. Network Diversity Index What is your Generosity Style?  Generosity Quiz Credits: Genein Letford, Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy, Bridge Between, Inc. Coming Next: Please join us next week, Episode 218, Special Guest, Dr. Maureen Reusch.

Send us a textIn episode 232 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Genein Letford, a passionate advocate for creativity, music, and education. Genein discusses her groundbreaking work on intercultural creativity and neurosomatic creativity, exploring how these concepts can enhance problem-solving and leadership skills across various fields.Tune in to learn about the power of conversation and connection in the digital age!TIMESTAMPS[00:02:17] Creativity through podcasting.[00:04:24] The power of music therapy.[00:08:12] Redefining creativity beyond artistry.[00:11:05] Resilience in entrepreneurial journeys.[00:15:15] Child resilience through disappointment.[00:20:17] Opportunities beyond initial rejections.[00:23:31] Music and leadership skills.[00:25:22] Arts and leadership integration.QUOTES“I redefine creativity by looking at all the research. And I believe creativity is your process of problem-finding and problem-solving. with relevance, value, and novelty.” - Genein Letford"Sometimes we're going after something that we think is for us and we're missing out on what's really for us." - Sebastian Rusk"Just step into the power of your own creativity because the world needs what you've got." - Genein Letford==========================Need help launching your podcast?Schedule a Free Podcast Strategy Call TODAY!PodcastLaunchLabNow.com==========================SOCIAL MEDIA LINKSSebastian RuskInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastlaunchlab/Facebook: Facebook.com/sruskLinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sebastianrusk/YouTube: Youtube.com/@PodcastLaunchLabGenein LetfordInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneinletford/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeneinSpeaks/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genein/WEBSITESGenein Letford: http://geneinletford.com/BOOK AVAILABLE HERE!The 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity: https://geneinletford.com/product/7-gems-of-intercultural-creativity/==========================PAYING RENT? Earn airlines when you do with the Bilt Rewards MastercardAPPLY HERE: https://bilt.page/r/2H93-5474

As the 2019 LA Lakers Business Woman and the 2015 CA Charter Teacher of the Year, Genein is a national thought leader and creator of the concept of ‘Intercultural Creativity®,  NeuroSomatic Creativity®' and Prismatic Leadership®.  She is the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of CAFFE Strategies, Inc which is a consulting, coaching and training company that trains C-Suite executives and employees to create sustainable organizational creative and inclusive strategies, based on neuroscience, while unleashing their innovative thinking for themselves and in their businesses.Her 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity® is a leading framework that encourages corporations in their diversity and inclusion development while developing critical cognitive tools for creative thinking. Her first book, From Debt To Destiny: Creating Financial Freedom From the Inside Out connects creative thinking to financial agility and was an international bestseller in 5 finance categories. Her book, 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity: Connecting, Creating and Innovating Across Cultural Lines is the only book on this topic. She published her children's books, I AM CREATIVE and My Brain My Brain My Beautiful Brain with her 5-year-old son, Shawn Letford.  Her next leadership book, Your Brain, Your Bias and the Beauty of Your Creative Mind is due out at the end of 2024. Genein believes creative thinking thrives best in an inclusive environment and she is often called ‘America's Creative Coach' for her work in reigniting intercultural creativity within our workforce.Genein Letford Social Media Submission:Purchase books here: https://caffestrategies.com/store/https://www.linkedin.com/in/genein/https://www.facebook.com/GeneinSpeaks/https://twitter.com/GeneinLetfordwww.instagram.com/geneinletford/

Talking about diversity and inclusion has taken on an interesting spotlight in the last few months. Shakil Choudhuryis a thought leader in the space and has an interesting take on teaching inclusion as a skill. With an educational background, his approach to helping people with the skills of increasing cultural competence resonates with Intercultural Creativity. Shakil Choudhury is an award-winning educator, consultant and author with over 25 years of experience in the field of racial justice, diversity and inclusion. He coaches executive teams and has worked with thousands of leaders across sectors in Canada and the United States to help improve their equity outcomes. Shakil also facilitates dialogue processes to resolve inter-group conflict, having led projects internationally as well as with organizations locally. He is the author of Deep Diversity: A Compassionate, Scientific Approach to Achieving Racial Justice. Written in an accessible, storytelling manner, many have called it a “breakthrough” book on issues of systemic racial discrimination due to its non- judgmental approach that integrates human psychology with critical race perspectives. Shakil's most challenging and rewarding management experience, however, involves his two high-spirited children repeatedly teaching him the humble lessons of fatherhood. To clear his head during the week, Shakil loves to run the beautiful ravine trails near his home in Toronto.To learn more about Shakil, visit:https://animaleadership.com/https://greystonebooks.com/products/deep-diversityhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shakil-choudhury-71a38b19b/To learn more, visit:https://caffestrategies.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/genein-letford/

Empathy drives so many of our decisions, especially our creative thinking. Dr. Joe discusses the importance of building empathy in leadership and why it is a critical component of Intercultural Creativity® and Prismatic Leadership. Joe Pazmany, Ed. D., CEO of Innovade Inc., Professor of Leadership Studies at Chapman UniversityTo learn more, visit:https://caffestrategies.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/genein-letford/

I'm working with a new client who is getting ready for a huge keynote speech. He tells me that he felt like his last speech completely fell flat and the audience felt disengaged. So I ask him: “Did you use storytelling in any way in your last speech?” “No, of course not,” he responds. In his view, story wasn't appropriate for his last talk because it was very data-heavy. So I challenge him. “Since you are in the scientific community,” I say, “what if, as an experiment, you add a story to this upcoming Keynote to bring the data to life?”  I give him some background about why and how story works. And in the end, he trusts me and delivers his Keynote to a huge standing ovation. To this day, he continues using story in his scientific presentations. We might think we need to deliver data in a straightforward way. Yet our brains are wired to remember stories so much better than facts. There are studies that show people retain up to 70% of the information shared through story, as opposed to only 5-10% when it's just presented as data. My special guest today, Genein Letford, deals in data through her work in Brain-Centric Design and a curriculum rooted in neuroscience and cognitive psychology. And in this episode of the Storytelling School Podcast, you'll hear about the connection between the brain and storytelling and narrative, as well as get answers to questions like: How does your brain respond when you hear a story? What is intercultural creativity, and how does it tie into story? How does your cultural development and competency impact your creative thinking and agility in various aspects of life? And how can you use the arts to increase your ability to tell stories? What you will learn in this episode: How your creativity identity is driven through narrative and can influence others Why creative agility is necessary for everyone in a changing world How relatability helps your story reach a new level for your audience Who is Genein? Genein is a national thought leader and creator of the concept of Prismatic Leadership, Intercultural Creativity®, and NeuroSomatic Creativity®.  She is the founder and Chief Creative Officer of CAFFE Strategies, LLC which is a consulting, coaching, and training company that trains C-Suite executives and employees to create sustainable organizational equity and inclusion strategies based on neuroscience while unleashing their innovative thinking for themselves and in their businesses. Her 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity is a leading framework that supports organizations and corporations in their diversity and inclusion development while developing critical cognitive tools for creative thinking.  Genein holds degrees in psychology and educational development from UCLA and CSUN, is certified in Brain-Centric Design, and roots her curriculum in neuroscience and cognitive psychology. She believes creative thinking thrives best in an inclusive environment, and she is often called ‘America's Creative Coach' for her work in reigniting intercultural creativity within our workforce. Links and Resources CAFFE Strategies, LLC Genein Letford @genein on LinkedIn @geneinletford on Instagram @GeneinLetford on Twitter @GeneinSpeaks on Facebook Hidden Potential by Adam Grant Storytelling School Website @storytellingschool on Instagram @storytellingSchool on Facebook

What is proximal Leadership? You'll find out today! Emotional intelligence affects leadership and is needed for team creativity. Kristen is a thought leader in the area of ERG support, leadership and organizational strategy in healthcare and other industries. She is also a top CAFFE facilitator in Prismatic Leadership and Intercultural Creativity. Listen in for great strategies to empower your leaders and team members for internal and external success!Kristen Isaac, MPH, Founder and CEO at Project Solved and Organizational Change Management Consultant. Kristen has nearly ten years of experience in project/program management. She has a background in business operations and process development and improvement – she has led numerous projects from conception to implementation and monitoring. Kristen is an analytical and conceptual thinker who effectively partners with stakeholders to accomplish goals. She has used these skills to develop and launch new workflows, planning and implementation of strategic plans, train teams on new technology, grow employee resource groups, impact institutional policy change, facilitate leadership development and has developed programming to support workforce development and diversification.Kristen holds a Bachelor of Science from Howard University and a Master of Public Health from Thomas Jefferson University, and most recently a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate from Cornell University. She is also a Certified Birth Doula and a Board Member for Spur Impact, an organization focused on connecting young professionals and inspiring them to get involved and make an impact in their career and community.To learn more, visit:https://caffestrategies.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/genein-letford/

As the 2019 LA Lakers Business Woman and the 2015 CA Charter Teacher of the Year, Genein is a national thought leader and creator of the concept of ‘Intercultural Creativity®' and Prismatic Leadership®. She is the founder and Chief Creative Officer of CAFFE Strategies, LLC which trains leaders, entrepreneurs and employees to unleash their Intercultural Creativity® for themselves and in their business. Her 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity is a leading framework that encourages organizations in their diversity and inclusion development while developing critical cognitive tools for creative thinking. Genein believes creative thinking thrives best in an inclusive environment and she is often called ‘America's Creative Coach' for her work in reigniting intercultural creativity within our workforce. Please connect with her: YouTube Podcast Books Twitter Instagram Facebook LinkedIN --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conversationsoftheheart/support

Episode 99: Mindfulness, Meditation, and the Power of the Creative Brain   Nicole Tetreault is the author of Insight Into A Bright Mind, and today we have her discuss Neurodiversity and everything that revolves around that subject. To begin, we will learn about Nicole's path through the field of neuroscience so that we can gain a deeper comprehension of her experience and acquire some context regarding how she developed into the person she is today. For today's episode, we will get to know how optimistic imagination works, how vital meditation is, why it is important to connect with nature and creation, and many more! How does compassion play a very wonderful role in our lives? How true is it that repetitive learning is not creative? Listen to this episode to learn more. Topics Covered in this episode of The Create and Grow Podcast: 00:16 – Who is Nicole Tetreault? 02:45 – Nicole's Journey In Neuroscience 05:53 – Understanding The Nervous System Holistically 10:16 – Repetitive Learning Is Not Creative 11:10 – Optimistic Imagination 14:32 – Our Brains in Social Aspect 17:41 – Connecting with Nature and Creativity 19:30 – The Vitality of Meditation 20:40 – The Art of Compassion 28:32 – Shedding Light on Neurodiversity 31:48 – How Creativity Makes You Wonder 36:46 – How Does Art Help in All Areas 39:48 – Nicole's Gem to Share with the World Subscribe:  Spotify | YouTube Connect with Nicole Tetreault: Message Nicole (Link this https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-tetreault-ph-d/ NicoleTetreault's Website Connect with Genein Letford: ● Visit CAFFE Strategies ● Visit GeneinLetford.com ● Follow Genein on Facebook   #CAFFEStrategies #Intercultural #Diversity #InterculturalCreativity #Creativity #Neurodiversity #Compassion #NicoleTetreault #Meditation #Art    

Episode 97: How Intercultural Creativity® is Impacting our Climate for the Better With Susan Israel Susan Israel, the founder and president of Climate Creatives, an architect, artist, social entrepreneur, and change agent, joins us in a very fascinating episode wherein we talk about what she does and how she started. What kept people from taking action? Fear and a lack of conviction that their actions are important. Susan thinks that because we're so focused on the present and the future, we're either unaware of what needs to be done or don't feel any sense of urgency. She states that if she could help people make the right decisions, she could have a greater impact on the climate. In this episode, we'll discuss some fascinating subjects like using visuals to express new behaviors, using behavioral research to train leaders, and using art as a platform and tool to draw attention back to nature. Topics Covered in this episode of The Create and Grow Podcast: 00:24 – Who is Susan Israel?03:11 – The Art Of Climate Creatives05:53 – What Are The Client Feedback For This Unique Process?07:53 – Expressing New Behaviors Through Visuals 10:44 – How The Art Process Is Done At All School Levels 12:36 – Leadership Workshops As Behavioral Study  15:10 – How Universality Affected Susan 16:48 – Small Steps For Climate Change 22:24 – Earth Preservation For Future Generations Subscribe:  Spotify | YouTube Connect with Susan Israel Visit Susan Here Connect with Susan You can also see Rising Waters Connect with Genein Letford: Visit CAFFE Strategies Visit GeneinLetford.com Follow Genein on Facebook   #CAFFEStrategies #Intercultural #Diversity #InterculturalCreativity #Creativity #InterculturalCreativity #innovation #HowInterculturalCreativity®isImpactingourClimatefortheBetter #DEI #DiversityAndInclusion  

Episode 97: How Intercultural Creativity® is Impacting our Climate for the Better With Susan Israel Susan Israel, the founder and president of Climate Creatives, an architect, artist, social entrepreneur, and change agent, joins us in a very fascinating episode wherein we talk about what she does and how she started. What kept people from taking action? Fear and a lack of conviction that their actions are important. Susan thinks that because we're so focused on the present and the future, we're either unaware of what needs to be done or don't feel any sense of urgency. She states that if she could help people make the right decisions, she could have a greater impact on the climate. In this episode, we'll discuss some fascinating subjects like using visuals to express new behaviors, using behavioral research to train leaders, and using art as a platform and tool to draw attention back to nature. Topics Covered in this episode of The Create and Grow Podcast: 00:24 – Who is Susan Israel?03:11 – The Art Of Climate Creatives05:53 – What Are The Client Feedback For This Unique Process?07:53 – Expressing New Behaviors Through Visuals 10:44 – How The Art Process Is Done At All School Levels 12:36 – Leadership Workshops As Behavioral Study  15:10 – How Universality Affected Susan 16:48 – Small Steps For Climate Change 22:24 – Earth Preservation For Future Generations Subscribe:  Spotify | YouTube Connect with Susan Israel Visit Susan Here Connect with Susan You can also see Rising Waters Connect with Genein Letford: Visit CAFFE Strategies Visit GeneinLetford.com Follow Genein on Facebook   #CAFFEStrategies #Intercultural #Diversity #InterculturalCreativity #Creativity #InterculturalCreativity #innovation #HowInterculturalCreativity®isImpactingourClimatefortheBetter #DEI #DiversityAndInclusion  

In Don't @ Me (1:30), Tom opens with a reminder that when it comes to professional learning, you get out of it what you put into it. Then, Tom is joined by Genein Letford (9:01), to discuss her book, Seven Gems of Intercultural Creativity. Finally, in Assessment Corner (44:44), Tom shares an idea on how to personalize final exams.   Genein on Twitter: @GeneinLetford Genein on Instagram: @geneinletford Genein on Facebook: Genein Letford Genein on LinkedIn: Genein Letford Genein's Website: www.geneinletford.com Genein's Podcast: Caffe Strategies Caffe Stategies Website: www.caffestrategies.com     NEW BOOKS BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   "Jackpot: Nurturing Student Investment through Assessment"     UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING   Grading from the Inside Out (2-Day Workshop)    Minneapolis, MN (December 1-2, 2022) Register Here     CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: @tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com  

Words can build or destroy and now we have the neuroscience to prove it. During this Diamond Mentor Moment, I'll bring in the work of Dr. Andew Newburg, Dr. Lisa Feldman Barret and Dr. Mark Waldman to show how words, microaggressions and negative phrasing can hurt our ability to thrive, create and connect with one another.   Intercultural Creativity® and Intercultural NeuroCreativity® at its best!   Enjoy!   Genein Letford, Keynote Speaker, Author, Educator

Words can build or destroy and now we have the neuroscience to prove it. During this Diamond Mentor Moment, I'll bring in the work of Dr. Andew Newburg, Dr. Lisa Feldman Barret and Dr. Mark Waldman to show how words, microaggressions and negative phrasing can hurt our ability to thrive, create and connect with one another.   Intercultural Creativity® and Intercultural NeuroCreativity® at its best!   Enjoy!   Genein Letford, Keynote Speaker, Author, Educator

 Episode 92: How to Be an Interculturally Creative Communicator with Monique Russel Communication is critical and language is powerful. Language can influence the way we see ourselves, others and the creative potential of us all. Monique Russell, the Communication Coach, shares her wisdom to guide us to craft our words and melodic messages to get our message across to the masses. Come learn how to use language to improve your Intercultural Creativity®! Monique Russell is the communications expert you want on your team. She teaches women leaders and teams how to have positive and productive relationships at home and work using effective communications tools and strategies. Fill your mental universe with more diamond stars to enhance your creativity! Topics Covered on this episode of The Create and Grow Podcast: 01:09 - Introduction to How to Be an Interculturally Creative Communicator 02:27 - Work With Monique to Build Confidence and Rediscover Self 03:16 - Communication: A Huge Role in Creative Thinking and Ideation 05:00 - Enhancing Observational Skills is Enhancing Creativity and Communication 06:43 - The Looks of Authentic Communication 11:21 - Tips on Saying No in a Polite Way 16:08 - Advice on Executive Presence20:26 - Art Plays an Important Role Too 25:50 - Monique's Book about Motherhood 30:59 - Self-Awareness is Key 35:49 - Joining the Toastmasters Groups 41:03 - Connect with Monique 41:56 - Monique's Final Gem Subscribe:  Spotify | YouTube Connect with Monique Russel: Website MoniqueRussell.com Connect with Genein Letford: Visit CAFFE Strategies Visit GeneinLetford.com Follow Genein on Facebook   #PerspectiveShifting #SeeingYourLifeFromAnOutsidePerspective #CAFFEStrategies #Intercultural #Diversity #InterculturalCreativity #Creativity #InterculturalCreativity #innovation #HowtoBeAnInterculturallyCreativeCommunicator  

 Episode 92: How to Be an Interculturally Creative Communicator with Monique Russel Communication is critical and language is powerful. Language can influence the way we see ourselves, others and the creative potential of us all. Monique Russell, the Communication Coach, shares her wisdom to guide us to craft our words and melodic messages to get our message across to the masses. Come learn how to use language to improve your Intercultural Creativity®! Monique Russell is the communications expert you want on your team. She teaches women leaders and teams how to have positive and productive relationships at home and work using effective communications tools and strategies. Fill your mental universe with more diamond stars to enhance your creativity! Topics Covered on this episode of The Create and Grow Podcast: 01:09 - Introduction to How to Be an Interculturally Creative Communicator 02:27 - Work With Monique to Build Confidence and Rediscover Self 03:16 - Communication: A Huge Role in Creative Thinking and Ideation 05:00 - Enhancing Observational Skills is Enhancing Creativity and Communication 06:43 - The Looks of Authentic Communication 11:21 - Tips on Saying No in a Polite Way 16:08 - Advice on Executive Presence20:26 - Art Plays an Important Role Too 25:50 - Monique's Book about Motherhood 30:59 - Self-Awareness is Key 35:49 - Joining the Toastmasters Groups 41:03 - Connect with Monique 41:56 - Monique's Final Gem Subscribe:  Spotify | YouTube Connect with Monique Russel: Website MoniqueRussell.com Connect with Genein Letford: Visit CAFFE Strategies Visit GeneinLetford.com Follow Genein on Facebook   #PerspectiveShifting #SeeingYourLifeFromAnOutsidePerspective #CAFFEStrategies #Intercultural #Diversity #InterculturalCreativity #Creativity #InterculturalCreativity #innovation #HowtoBeAnInterculturallyCreativeCommunicator  

This is episode 516. Tips for sales career advancement. Read the complete transcription on the Sales Game Changers Podcast website. GENEIN'S TIP: "Find the miracles in the mundane. Right now, look at what's in front of you and pick up something that you've been exposed to for a long time. Look for one new thing you've never noticed before. With that, you can look at your services. Try to find one thing you've never noticed about your service before. First you do it with an object in front of you to make it concrete and then you can take it into the abstract. One thing in my observational chapter that I never noticed before or that I can add in dealing with the mundane things that you're just so used to really seeing, that's biomimicry, how we can look at nature that we walk past. Look at it with a new eye, a fresh eye and there's your innovation."

How do you create a life that combines neuroscience with social activism?   Well, our next guest Dr. Peter Sterling has written the playbook on it. From being a Freedom Rider and getting arrested for social justice to seeing the connection between discrimination and brain stress, Dr. Sterling started to see a connection between wellbeing, brain science and overall health in marginalized communities.   He also shows how this affects our Intercultural Creativity®.   Working in communities of color, Dr. Sterling observed high rates of strokes from hypertension and began to explore its neural basis. He soon realized that it was not primarily a problem of the body or genes (as the medical textbooks still claim) but rather chronic stress mediated by the brain to the body (blood vessels, heart, and kidney). What caused this effect?   Discrimination and lack of belonging.   He began to publish articles on this topic, beginning in 1977, and what he learned about the brain-body connection ultimately developed into two books, 'Principles of Neural Design' and 'What is Health? Allostasis and the Evolution of Human Design' (2020).   Join us as we jump into the intersection of well-being, the mental and creative effects of being excluded and how art is an important component for our mental health. Topics Covered on this episode of The Create and Grow Podcast: 02:13 - The Advancement of Equality and Rights 07:11 - Finding the Core of Racial Equality 09:23 - Story of Freedom Writings 10:10 - Allostasis vs. Homeostasis 17:48 - How Being in Oppressive Environments Affect the Brain's Ability to Produce, to Create and to Connect 20:57 – Why Health is Belonging 24:52 - Our Brains are Meant to be Met with Challenging Activities 27:05 - The Number One Skill Needed in the Workforce: Innovative Creative Thinking 28:10 - Why are the Arts Important for Brain Health? 32:50 - Drawing the Community Together Through Art and Music 39:26 - Dr. Sterling's Gem: Power to Inspire People Subscribe: Spotify | YouTube Connect with Dr. Peter Sterling: ● Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatishealth21 ● Book What Is Health https://www.amazon.com/What-Health-Allostasis-Evolution-Design/dp/0262043300 Connect with Genein Letford: ● Visit CAFFE Strategies ● Visit GeneinLetford.com ● Follow Genein on Facebook #CAFFEStrategies #Intercultural #Diversity #InterculturalCreativity #Creativity #InterculturalCreativity #innovation #OurHealthOurArtsandOurFreedomRide #DEI #DiversityAndInclusion  

How do you create a life that combines neuroscience with social activism?   Well, our next guest Dr. Peter Sterling has written the playbook on it. From being a Freedom Rider and getting arrested for social justice to seeing the connection between discrimination and brain stress, Dr. Sterling started to see a connection between wellbeing, brain science and overall health in marginalized communities.   He also shows how this affects our Intercultural Creativity®.   Working in communities of color, Dr. Sterling observed high rates of strokes from hypertension and began to explore its neural basis. He soon realized that it was not primarily a problem of the body or genes (as the medical textbooks still claim) but rather chronic stress mediated by the brain to the body (blood vessels, heart, and kidney). What caused this effect?   Discrimination and lack of belonging.   He began to publish articles on this topic, beginning in 1977, and what he learned about the brain-body connection ultimately developed into two books, 'Principles of Neural Design' and 'What is Health? Allostasis and the Evolution of Human Design' (2020).   Join us as we jump into the intersection of well-being, the mental and creative effects of being excluded and how art is an important component for our mental health. Topics Covered on this episode of The Create and Grow Podcast: 02:13 - The Advancement of Equality and Rights 07:11 - Finding the Core of Racial Equality 09:23 - Story of Freedom Writings 10:10 - Allostasis vs. Homeostasis 17:48 - How Being in Oppressive Environments Affect the Brain's Ability to Produce, to Create and to Connect 20:57 – Why Health is Belonging 24:52 - Our Brains are Meant to be Met with Challenging Activities 27:05 - The Number One Skill Needed in the Workforce: Innovative Creative Thinking 28:10 - Why are the Arts Important for Brain Health? 32:50 - Drawing the Community Together Through Art and Music 39:26 - Dr. Sterling's Gem: Power to Inspire People Subscribe: Spotify | YouTube Connect with Dr. Peter Sterling: ● Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatishealth21 ● Book What Is Health https://www.amazon.com/What-Health-Allostasis-Evolution-Design/dp/0262043300 Connect with Genein Letford: ● Visit CAFFE Strategies ● Visit GeneinLetford.com ● Follow Genein on Facebook #CAFFEStrategies #Intercultural #Diversity #InterculturalCreativity #Creativity #InterculturalCreativity #innovation #OurHealthOurArtsandOurFreedomRide #DEI #DiversityAndInclusion  

Our guest in this episode is Genein Letford, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of CAFFE Strategies, LLC. Genein is a national thought leader and creator of the concept of ‘Intercultural Creativity®'. Her 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity is a leading framework that encourages corporations in their diversity and inclusion development while developing critical cognitive tools for creative thinking. Genein believes creative thinking thrives best in an inclusive environment and she is often called ‘America's Creative Coach' for her work in reigniting intercultural creativity within our workforce. In our conversation Genein talked to me about How we are all creative and should keep reminding ourselves of that; How we can connect to the creative arts to enhance our Intercultural Creativity; Always being curious. Cait Donovan in https://www.innovabiz.com.au/podcast/cait-donovan-innovabuzz-512/ (episode 512) introduced us to Genein. Listen to the podcast to find out more.

‘Genein, I can't take any more voice over powerpoints! This is having no long term effect on people's behavior around these DEI topics!”   I heard this and I knew one reason why. If facilitators aren't tapping into people's emotional brain, there is no strong connection to the topic. Sitting in a 60 minute lecture you are not emotionally committed to means it goes in one ear and out the other. Especially if it is a topic that can put people in a defensive mode or a ‘I'm not engaged' mode. The neuroscience is clear. The hippocampus's decision to store memories hinges on two factors: emotional significance and previous knowledge for association. Emotion leads. Content follows. Connection leads. Learning (and then hopefully behavior change) follows. In this Diamond Mentor Moment, I'll discuss the importance of training, professional development and classroom learning that utilizes emotional imaginative strategies to teach difficult topics that bring about change. This new era of thinking needs new strategies of online and in person teaching. This new era needs Intercultural Creativity®. Join us! Genein Letford, M.Ed CAFFE Strategies, LLC https://caffestrategies.com/

‘Genein, I can't take any more voice over powerpoints! This is having no long term effect on people's behavior around these DEI topics!”   I heard this and I knew one reason why. If facilitators aren't tapping into people's emotional brain, there is no strong connection to the topic. Sitting in a 60 minute lecture you are not emotionally committed to means it goes in one ear and out the other. Especially if it is a topic that can put people in a defensive mode or a ‘I'm not engaged' mode. The neuroscience is clear. The hippocampus's decision to store memories hinges on two factors: emotional significance and previous knowledge for association. Emotion leads. Content follows. Connection leads. Learning (and then hopefully behavior change) follows. In this Diamond Mentor Moment, I'll discuss the importance of training, professional development and classroom learning that utilizes emotional imaginative strategies to teach difficult topics that bring about change. This new era of thinking needs new strategies of online and in person teaching. This new era needs Intercultural Creativity®. Join us! Genein Letford, M.Ed CAFFE Strategies, LLC https://caffestrategies.com/

  On this Diamond Mentor Moment we are going to share some tips on how to 'Curate Your Creativity' and leverage your subconscious to build a mindset of creative thinking and self encouragement. Everything matters and everything has an effect on your identity if you are not curating your own creative mindset with intention. Join us for this quick tip of Intercultural Creativity®!   CAFFEstrategies.com

  On this Diamond Mentor Moment we are going to share some tips on how to 'Curate Your Creativity' and leverage your subconscious to build a mindset of creative thinking and self encouragement. Everything matters and everything has an effect on your identity if you are not curating your own creative mindset with intention. Join us for this quick tip of Intercultural Creativity®!   CAFFEstrategies.com

On this week's episode of Own the Microphone, Bridgett McGowen welcomes the founder and chief creative officer of Caffe Strategies who trains C-suite executives and employees to create organizational inclusion strategies, and who believes that creative things thrive best in an inclusive environment, Genein Letford. Bridgett and Genein discuss vocal variety, being adaptable in the speaking world, intercultural creativity, and more! Visit CAFFEstrategies.com to get 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity. 0:40 What has Genein Letford taken from teaching in the classroom to the presentation rooms? 4:40 What are some presentation go-tos? 10:30 What is intercultural creativity? 14:45 Virtual vs. in person presentations. 20:23 What is easier, speaking in front of kids or speaking in front of adults? 25:53 A question for Bridgett. 27:50 What else do we need to know to own the microphone?   Listen and Subscribe to the Own the Microphone Podcast with Bridgett McGowen on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and the CLNS Media Network mobile app.

Genein Letford, M.Ed is a bestselling author, corporate trainer, podcaster, TED Talks speaker and the CEO of CAFFE Strategies. Now one of America's most popular and innovative keynote speakers, her mission is to reignite the creative flame in people of all ages. Books include "16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinking," "From Debt to Destiny: Creating Financial Freedom from the Inside Out," "I am Creative!" and "The 7 Gems of Creativity." Letford joins "Inspired Minds" to explore neuroscience and the meaning behind Intercultural Creativity. 

Can a fish teach you leadership? Well, learning HOW to fish can and Michael Leytem has created the framework that proves it! At CAFFE Strategies, we know the power of metaphorical thinking and the C.A.T.C.H and Release Framework is one of the best leadership strategies we have found for this new era of work. In this episode, Michael reviews the framework and why it has cutting edge elements a compassionate effective leader needs during these VUCA times. He is a genius!   Enjoy the show and grab those wisdom gems! For more information visit www.catchingleadership.com Catching Leadership Retreat - June 9th - 12th (Early Bird Ends March 2nd, 2022 Tell him Genein and CAFFE Strategies sent you! Micheal's LinkedIn Michael's Bio: Michael has been a talent management consultant and leadership coach since 2011. He has worked with hundreds of Fortune 500 leaders to customize talent strategies and leadership solutions that drive personal and organizational growth. As a published academic, with an M.A. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Michael has studied the mental processes and social pressures that influence effective leadership. His life-long passion for leadership, psychology, and mindfulness transcends throughout his work and interactions with others.         This episode is produced by CAFFEstrategies.com – an industry leader in intercultural creative thinking development and the home of the 16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinkers and the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity! The mission of CAFFE Strategies is to equip organizations with strategies of Intercultural Creativity that supports their DE&I goals. Intercultural Creativity is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes, which is needed for value creation. In addition to utilizing our 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinking, reframing, un-obvious associations, combinatory thinking, metaphorical processing, transformation ideation, and imagination development, to develop intercultural competence, self awareness, cultural-awareness and creative thinking.  

Welcome to another episode of The Authentic Change Podcast, I am Mike Horne, your host and I am delighted to be joined today by Genein Letford. Genein is the author of Seven Gems of Intercultural Creativity: Diamond Connect Create and Innovate Across Cultural Lines. Genein Letford is an award-winning speaker, best-selling author, and corporate trainer on creative thinking and Intercultural Creativity™. She is the founder of CAFFE Strategies, and has inspired and led many to reconnect with their creative abilities in order to produce innovative ideas for an inclusive workspace. Her unique training intersects creative thinking development with building a culture of inclusion and belonging. She believes creative literacy is a critical skill and she is often called ‘America's Creativity Coach' for her work in reigniting creativity in our workforce. Today, Genein dives deep into the meaning of intercultural creativity and its crucial importance in today's workforce, she also explains in detail each of the seven gems which are the backbone of her latest book.   Key Takeaways: [3:20] Genein talks about Intercultural Creativity. [4:40] Genein talks about the origins of her work. [6:24] Genein shares her definition of Creativity: Creativity is the process of problem finding and problem-solving with relevant value and novelty. [7:26] Genein talks about what the research shows in regards to intercultural creativity. [9:34] What comes after creativity? [10:13] Genein talks about the seven gems: Growth mindset, Empathy, Cultural Observation. [14:07] The fourth gem is cultural curiosity. [16:19] The fifth gem is perspective taking and perspective-shifting. [19:41] The sixth gem is authentic adaptation. [22:24] Genein talks about the concept of integration. [25:10] The seventh gem is being a bridge. [29:05] How can we make the seven gems practical in the world of work? [31:40] How can we connect better with each other?   Mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Mike Horne on Linkedin Email Mike at mike@mike-horne.com Find more about Leading People and Culture with Authenticity   Learn more about Genein Letford Connect with Genein on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube Listen to Genein Letford's Podcast CAFFE Strategies I Am Creative, Shawn Letford, Genein Letford  

How does culture impact a person's ability to learn and be creative?   In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak withGenein Letford, Founder and CEO of CAFFEE Strategies, a top 'intercultural creative thinking' professional development training organization that trains employees to unleash their innovative thinking and create sustainable, organizational inclusion strategies. Tune in to learn the fundamentals of cultural competence and Intercultural Creativity™ along with neuroscience-backed tips for teachers on helping kids grow their cultural competency.   As a trainer on creative thinking and Intercultural Creativity™, Genein has inspired and led many to reconnect to their creative abilities and produce innovative ideas for an inclusive workspace.   Genein shares her thoughts on the impact of knowing your students' cultural value as well as how to help students become aware of their value and their cultural capital. She highlights the powerful role of emotions and storytelling in learning, then breaks down a few of the gems from her book, The 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity, including empathetic imagination and perspective shifting. Plus, Genein sheds light on how her work as an educator has inspired her role as a mother.   “We can't really ask people and young people to be at their full creative best if they're not in an inclusive environment that really has those cultural connections… That cultural competence is a big part of your creative thinking and creative growth.”      - Genein Letford   Special Offer:  We found Genein's connection between culture and creativity extremely useful, and have decided to offer a special 90-minute workshop on Intercultural Creativity.  For more information click here, and use the code: “Fueling” to receive 20% off the ticket price!   Genein's Tips for Teachers and Parents: Share last. Your perspective may skew the perspective of the students, so encourage them to share their views and ideas first and then share yours afterwards. Say “thank you” to students who share their answers, ideas, and views. There are miracles in the metaphors. Bring metaphors into your day, your lessons, and your meetings and have fun with it. Arts are key. Artistry helps grow creativity. Observation is also key. You can't be creative if you have no data to be creative with, so create activities that combine sensory information, for example, going outside and listening to the sounds of nature.   “Knowing that the cultural capital and the cultural experiences that the children are coming in with is key. That is gold because the brain doesn't learn by just throwing new information to it, the brain learns through integration, by integrating new information to already learned information. And so, if the teacher or the educator… doesn't know what the child already knows and what is important to the child, that integration is low.”                        - Genein Letford   Resources Mentioned: The 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity by Genein Letford Listen to the episode with Dr. Vlad Glaveanu The Torrance Incubation Model (TIM) Listen to Create and Grow Podcast Ep 74 Listen to Create and Grow Podcast Ep 66 Listen to Create and Grow Podcast Ep 79   Eager to bring more creativity into your home or classroom? Access a variety of creativity resources and tools & listen to more episodes of The Fueling Creativity Podcast by visiting our website,  www.CreativityandEducation.com.   Subscribe to our monthly newsletter!   You can also find The Fueling Creativity Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and PodBean! Make sure to rate, review, and share the podcast if you enjoy it!   About Genein Letford: Genein Letford is an award-winning speaker, best-selling author and corporate trainer on creative thinking and Intercultural Creativity™. She is the founder of CAFFE Strategies, and has inspired and led many to reconnect to their creative abilities in order to produce innovative ideas for an inclusive workspace. Her unique training intersects creative thinking development with building a culture of inclusion and belonging. She believes creative literacy is a critical skill and she is often called ‘America's Creativity Coach' for her work in reigniting creativity in our workforce.   Visit Genein's website Connect with her on LinkedIn Follow her on Instagram Listen to the Create and Grow Rich Podcast

Spinoff show! But hopefully, this spinoff fares better than most spinoffs... Finn's focusing on being a mom, but don't worry, she'll be back! Mata flies solo in these spinoff episodes. These episodes will feature people who're succeeding in life! We attempt to better understand what they're doing that makes them succeed and share that in hopes of fortifying families.  This episode features a trailblazer, Genein Letford. She's a wife, mother, daughter, CEO, educator, author, and speaker. Hear her story, her beliefs on the importance of intercultural creativity, and how to cultivate it in ourselves and our children. Enjoy!

He was an unknown composer who got the rare chance to hear his music performed for Yo-Yo Ma and Sheku Kanneh-Mason. He took it! A man who mixes engineering, math and music, and hosted over 700 international travelers in his home, this is a story that will inspire you to look at opportunities in a whole new way. He is the epitome of someone who creates the life he desires, through the ups and downs. He is the essence of Intercultural Creativity®. Enjoy the show!   Jose's Bio: Jose Elizondo is a multifaceted polymath. As a technology designer and engineer, Jose's work focuses on speech recognition and language processing, creating technology and systems that allow spoken computer-human interaction, such as interactive voice-response systems and virtual assistants. As an author, he has written articles on history, linguistics, and technology design. He has given lectures on mathematics, linguistics, history and music. And as a composer, José writes music for orchestras, chamber ensembles and soloists.  He is the epitome of Intercultural Creativity®. Be informed, enlightened and inspired by his journey.   Jose's Music Yo-Yo Ma and Maximilian Hornung performing "Otoño en Buenos Aires":    Sheku Kanneh-Mason and Ashok Klouda performing "Otoño en Buenos Aires":   Sébastien Hurtaud and Pamela Hurtado performing "The Dawn of Hope"   Benedict Klöckner performing "Under the starry sky of the Rhine"   instagram: @cellizondo Youtube Facebook   Also mentioned in the episode: Shawn's Sprinkler Day       This episode is produced by CAFFEstrategies.com – an industry leader in intercultural creative thinking development and the home of the 16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinkers and the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity! The mission of CAFFE Strategies is to equip organizations with strategies of Intercultural Creativity that supports their DE&I goals. Intercultural Creativity is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes, which is needed for value creation. In addition to utilizing our 7 Gems of

Show notes: One burnout profile is the Doer. It's when you do a lot, but it doesn't ever feel like enough. And maybe you are a workaholic, or maybe you don't feel alive unless you're doing a ton of stuff. Either way, if you're burning out because you're always on, listen as Genein Letford, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of CAFFE Strategies, shares her journey to recovery and balance.   Here's a glimpse of what Genein was up to when she burned out: Full-time teaching Writing a book on the side Teaching night classes part-time On the board of DonorChoose.org Leadership at her church   …all while pregnant! Finally, once she had her baby and wasn't sleeping enough, it was the perfect storm for burnout.    Since then, Genein has integrated fundamental changes that have helped her have more balance, shift her mindset about her productivity and related worth, and allows her to enjoy motherhood and entrepreneurship where she now trains C-Suite executives and employees to create sustainable organizational equity and inclusion strategies while unleashing their innovative thinking for themselves and in their businesses.   Connect with Genein: GeneinLetford.com CAFFEstrategies.com Son: www.shawnletford.com Book, I am Creative: https://amzn.to/3GXYWG5 The 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity: https://amzn.to/3qYuLcA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genein/   Resources: Download a FREE Burnout Checklist at: www.drsharongrossman.com/burnoutchecklist   Watch the video of this episode: https://youtu.be/LCjQ-fGurdE   Crack your personality code in 90 seconds: https://bit.ly/crackmycodein90sec   Sign up for a free Breakthrough Session with Dr. Sharon: http://www.bookachatwithsharon.com/

To know your brain is to know your mind is to know your LIFE. One thing that happens in your brain during learning is myelination. This is when the axons of the neurons become fixated together, with myelin (a fatty substance), to help the electrical impulses travel faster throughout your body. What does this mean for your Intercultural Creativity®? Since creative thinking is a skill, anything you do with repetition gets stronger. Same with cultural competence. In this Diamond Mentor Moment, I share how to incorporate this concept of myelination into your life and I share an example from my life of how this played out with my public speaking. Confidence - Overcoming Rejection - Increasing Creativity Myelinate these moments for growth in 2022! Genein Letford Intercultural Creativity Keynote Speaker   I AM CREATIVE book 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity book  

Life is a laboratory and Alyssa Dver is here to increase our tools to be confident in this lab! How does adaptability affect confidence? How is our creativity affected BY our level of confidence? What's going on in the brain that could be inhibiting our confidence progress? She shares her years of wisdom as America's Confidence Coach! Alyssa even explains the difference between confidence and courage! This is an amazing show that I am confident you will enjoy!   Alyssa's Bio: Confidence crusader, neuro nerd and success equalizer, Alyssa Dver empowers individuals & groups with the science of confidence. She leads the American Confidence Institute which offers SHRM and ICF accredited training including confidence self-coaching and coaching certification.  Alyssa also founded and chairs the ERG Leadership Alliance, the largest association for employee group leaders that is directly improving workplace diversity, equity & inclusion. She is a thought-leader in this area and we are proud to have her on the show!   Alyssa's LinkedIn           The Books: 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity: Connect, Create, Innovate Across Cultural Lines I AM CREATIVE by Shawn T. Letford This episode is produced by CAFFEstrategies.com – an industry leader in intercultural creative thinking development and the home of the 16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinkers and the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity! The mission of CAFFE Strategies is to equip organizations with strategies of Intercultural Creativity that supports their DE&I goals. Intercultural Creativity is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes, which is needed for value creation. In addition to utilizing our 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinking, reframing, un-obvious associations, combinatory thinking, metaphorical processing, transformation ideation, and imagination development, to develop intercultural competence, self awareness, cultural-awareness and creative thinking.    

This story about a man in a subway is forcing me to ask…. Are we walking past our diamonds every day? Let's make 2022 be a year of observation and the year of seeing the best in people and in their ideas. Have a Happy New Year of Intercultural Creativity® Genein CAFFE Strategies, LLC I AM CREATIVE Book - 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity

How does the awareness of your level of resonance help you work better with others and within yourself? Can music entrainment, sympathetic vibration and music communication help you improve in life and in business? How does music heal us?   Amy, The Healing Harpist, is here to show us why we need to incorporate music and the arts in a professional arena to help us move to a higher level of thinking, being and creating.   Amy Camie is a certified clinical musician, inspirational speaker, award winning recording artist, author, and co-initiator of The ORIGIN Methodology of Self-Discovery.   Amy uniquely combines 35+ years as a professional harpist, decades of personal self-discovery, being adopted, and two journeys with breast cancer into fresh and relatable insights that empower others to compassionately embrace the fullness of who they are, transforming chaos into harmony within and around them.   As a pioneer in the field of harp therapy, Amy has co-authored several studies exploring how her solo harp music increases brainwave function, supports the immune system and reduces pain, distress and anxiety levels.   Her expertise has been featured in print and media including: FOX2 NEWS, The Catherine B. Roy Show, Thrive Global, BIZCATALYST 360, Well Defined, The Wellness Universe, Uplift Connect, Energy Magazine,and Musicians Unite.   She is a thought leader on building relationships within ourselves and with other people and shows us how to use music to enhance this journey. This is an interview that will challenge you to think, reflect and empathically connect at a higher level.   Enjoy!   Amy Camie Website Amy's LinkedIn 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity:Connect, Create and Innovate Across Cultural Lines I AM CREATIVE by 3 year old Shawn T. Letford     This episode is produced by CAFFEstrategies.com – an industry leader in intercultural creative thinking development and the home of the 16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinkers and the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity!   The mission of CAFFE Strategies is to equip organizations with strategies of Intercultural NeuroCreativity that supports their DE&I goals. Intercultural NeuroCreativity is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes, which is needed for value creation. In addition to utilizing our 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinki

Dr. Cerf is the intersection of the brain, the business and the art of engagement. His research uses neuroscience to understand the underlying mechanisms of our psychology, emotion, decision-making and dreams. Cerf holds multiple patents and his work has been published in academic journals such as Nature, and portrayed in popular media outlets such as Wired, Scientific American, BBC, CNN, The Atlantic, Time, Forbes and dozens of others. A professor of neuroscience and business (Kellogg School of Management) and the Alfred P. Sloan professor (American Film Institute; 'AFI'), he holds an interesting perspective of what's under the hood. The difference between science and science fiction is time. Dr. Cerf tells us why. Enjoy!   Dr. Cerf's TED Talk Dr. Cerf's LinkedIn   I AM CREATIVE & 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity books       This episode is produced by CAFFEstrategies.com – an industry leader in intercultural creative thinking development and the home of the 16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinkers and the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity!   The mission of CAFFE Strategies is to equip organizations with strategies of Intercultural Creativity that supports their DE&I goals. Intercultural Creativity is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes, which is needed for value creation. In addition to utilizing our 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinking, reframing, un-obvious associations, combinatory thinking, metaphorical processing, transformation ideation, and imagination development, to develop intercultural competence, self awareness, cultural-awareness and creative thinking.          

Repetition is the key to retention. My old boss would say those words and he was right. So that is why we are reviewing the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity® in this Diamond Mentor Moment. Studies now show that technology is moving so fast, that half of the tech skills you are learning today will be obsolete in five years. But the competencies held within the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity® will never go out of style. We will always need: -A Growth Mindset -An  Empathetic Mind -Observation -Curiosity -Perspective shifting -Authentic Adaptation -Creating and Connecting Across Cultures     These are not the skills of tomorrow, these are the skills of today. Enjoy!   The mission of CAFFE Strategies is to equip organizations with strategies of Intercultural Creativity® that supports their DE&I goals. Intercultural Creativity® is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes, which is needed for value creation. In addition to utilizing our 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity® methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinking, reframing, un-obvious associations, combinatory thinking, metaphorical processing, transformation ideation, and imagination development, to develop intercultural competence, self awareness, cultural-awareness and creative thinking.   7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity Book   I AM CREATIVE Book

Intercultural communication, creation, and innovation is always something that we strive to achieve, especially as teachers, in order for us to successfully reach our students. Being able to do just that, we will be able to adapt our teaching into their perspectives, allowing them to excel faster. I'm so excited to be bringing Genein Letford, who is an award-winning educator, best-selling author, and a global speaker on Intercultural Creativity®, in this episode! She is such an inspiration to a lot of educators, bringing awareness on cultural creativity and striving for innovation in classroom environments. You will be able to get a lot of insights on how we can all be more interculturally competent and creative. Let's get into the show! Links: Allied Independence, Website Caffe Strategies, Website Create and Grow Rich, Podcast Intercultural Development Inventory, Website

If you want to change your life, you need to change your mind. This is the phrase Dr. Thomas Sy proudly proclaims. We talk about being a creative cue, the self-fulfilling prophesy in leadership and how people can lead better by understanding the psychology behind their thinking. All of this connects to Intercultural Creativity®. Dr. Thomas Sy is an award-winning scholar, professor and consultant. He is Founder of MINDTAPP, a startup developing evidenced-based solutions for mindset training and conditioning: www.mindtapp.comHe has worked with a variety of organizations, including Google, Zappos, Los Angeles County, Northrop Grumman, EDS, Ford, Johnson & Johnson, Boeing, IBM, GE, U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp Special Operations Command, and among others.His research has been published in a variety of outlets, including the Journal of Applied Psychology, Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes. He completed his PhD in Organizational Psychology from the University of Michigan. He was formerly an advisor with a top-tier global management consultancy. Dr. Sy has also served in the U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Beret). He enjoys Brazilian Jujitsu and creating abstract metal sculptures. MindTapp App   I AM CREATIVE & 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity books       This episode is produced by CAFFEstrategies.com – an industry leader in intercultural creative thinking development and the home of the 16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinkers and the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity!   The mission of CAFFE Strategies is to equip organizations with strategies of Intercultural Creativity that supports their DE&I goals. Intercultural Creativity is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes, which is needed for value creation. In addition to utilizing our 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinking, reframing, un-obvious associations, combinatory thinking, metaphorical processing, transformation ideation, and imagination development, to develop intercultural competence, self awareness, cultural-awareness and creative thinking.

Have you ever been curious about your body and the emotions you have? Your body is an instrument of thought. So knowing what it is thinking and why is the main reason we have Tamara Jefferies on the Create and Grow Rich Podcast. Specializing in somatic psychology, she explains that everything that happens to us lives in the body. This affects our interpersonal relationship and our creative thinking. We need to let the body express it out. Giving yourself time and freedom to process emotions, such as grief, disappointment and joy helps us process them fully. Listen in on this critical topic and see how it connects to workplace trauma, COVID resilience and overall intercultural creativity®. The mind body connection is a connection that is a critical component in our wellness journey. Enjoy the show!   Tamara's LinkedIn Grow and Thrive Wellness   Book Information! I AM CREATIVE 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity®     This episode is produced by CAFFEstrategies.com – an industry leader in intercultural creative thinking development and the home of the 16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinkers and the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity!   The mission of CAFFE Strategies is to equip organizations with strategies of Intercultural Creativity™ that supports their DE&I goals. Intercultural Creativity® is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes, which is needed for value creation. In addition to utilizing our 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity® methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinking, reframing, un-obvious associations, combinatory thinking, metaphorical processing, transformation ideation, and imagination development, to develop intercultural competence, self awareness, cultural-awareness and creative thinking.  

We're all getting older but the fear of it for most people is worse than the reality. This podcast isn't just Intercultural Creativity® but also highlights Intergenerational Creativity.   Diana Place, founder of Third Act Quest, empowers people who are 50 and older to continue to recreate and explore new levels of living. She dives into the importance of strengthening the creative potential from this 50+ vibrant group and informs us about reflection, awareness and taking risks in every stage of life. She is a major voice for reframing the perception of aging. We discuss ageism, a new definition (or full abandonment) of ‘retirement' and how to dance into your ‘Third Act' with a thriving perspective on life. Enjoy the show! Diana's LinkedIn Third Act Quest Living Forward Workshop    

Advance women, advance equality. These are the reigning words and mission of Shelley Zalis, founder and CEO of The Female Quotient.   Shelley Zalis, known as the “Chief Troublemaker,” is a pioneer for online research, movement leader, and champion of gender equality. She was one of the first voices to demand emotional intelligence be integrated into leadership spaces. Her passion is palpable and she shares the importance and strategy for showing up in any position with confidence, courage and Intercultural Creativity.     Zalis works with Fortune 500 companies to advance gender equality across industries. The FQ's signature pop-up experience, the FQ Lounge (formerly the Girls' Lounge), brings a Home of Equality to major conferences, companies, and college campuses around the world. The FQ Lounge is the gathering place for leaders of all levels at events such as the World Economic Forum, Cannes Lions, Consumer Electronics Show and the Milken Institute Global Conference. Through the destination-turned-movement, Zalis has connected more than 18,000 women in business and created the largest female-led community to transform workplace culture. Shelley is a powerful thought leaders and we are so elated so stopped by the CGR podcast to share her wisdom! Enjoy!   Shelley's LinkedIn, Twitter, IG and Facebook The Female Quotient website       Intercultural Creativity® is a groundbreaking professional development program that integrates cultural competence, which is needed for inclusion, and creative thinking development, which is needed for value creation, while at the same time supporting the mental and emotional wellness and creative potential of every leader and team member. In addition to utilizing the seven gems methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinking, reframing, un-obvious associations, combinatory thinking, metaphorical processing, transformation ideation, and imagination development, to develop intercultural competence, self awareness, cultural-awareness and creative thinking. Visit us for more information about keynotes, training and virtual classes!

Psychological Safety is a term that is gaining a great deal of steam and we all know why. Creativity allows people to produce value and value moves organizations forward. The main reason - everyone deserves to be in a place where they can shine bright. In order for that to happen, psychological safety must be present. But even more than that, organizations are realizing that developing team members from a humanistic angle is best. Psychological safety is the environment needed for Intercultural Creativity™ to thrive for all.

Being culturally competent means being able to see beyond our own culture and into the culture and experiences of those around us. Our solar system's surprising position in the Milky Way teaches us how to be ‘galactic boundary riders' and see beyond our own experience. Check out this Diamond Mentor moment to gain the creative ideas that are ‘out of this world'! Thanks Dr. Anna Frebel for researching the Milky Way's interesting story. Get her book, ‘Searching for The Oldest Stars' . Genein Letford, M.Ed Keynote Speaker, Intercultural Creativity™ Consultant       Intercultural Creativity™ is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes. In addition to utilizing the seven gems methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinking, reframing, un-obvious associations, combinatory thinking, metaphorical processing, transformation ideation, and imagination development, to develop intercultural competence, self awareness, cultural-awareness and creative thinking.

If creativity is the driver of innovation, then it is curiosity that is the driver of creativity! Dr. Alison Horstmeyer has a doctorate in workplace curiosity and is a top thought leader on how the level of intellectual curiosity affects workplace performance. She discusses what true workplace curiosity looks like, how psychologically safe cultures build curiosity and how the level of curiosity of the C-suite affects the entire organization's development and future growth.   Dr. Alison mentions why these hindrances inhibit intellectual curiosity: -Top-down decision making -Preference for the status quo -Lack of creative exploration time -Fear of being ostracized for non-conformist and unconventional thinking Curiosity is the fourth gem of our 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity and this conversation certainly explains why. This is an episode you'll need to be curious about! Enjoy! Dr. Alison's LinkedIn Dr. Alison's Website     This episode is produced by CAFFEstrategies.com – an industry leader in intercultural creative thinking development and the home of the 16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinkers and the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity!

You acquired the gems in the game Zelda but what about the gems in your own adult development! We monitor the developmental milestones of children but now it is just as important to monitor our own milestones as adults. Charlie Jones says, “ You will be the same person in five years as you are today except for the people you meet and the books you read.” In this Diamond Mentor Moment, I will give you some inspirational tips to consistently increase your developmental milestones and shine bright like a diamond! Enjoy! Genein Letford, M.Ed CAFFEStrategies, LLC Home of Intercultural Creativity™     The mission of CAFFE Strategies is to equip organizations with strategies of Intercultural Creativity™ that supports their DE&I goals. Intercultural Creativity™ is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes. In addition to utilizing our 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity™ methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinking, reframing, un-obvious associations, combinatory thinking, metaphorical processing, transformation ideation, and imagination development, to develop intercultural competence, self awareness, cultural-awareness and creative thinking.  

She's the queen of helping you bust through imposter syndrome. Everyone has experienced it but many of us are still struggling with how to overcome it and show up as our creative best. She highlights how imposter syndrome is affected by, and often caused by, injustices. Diversity, equity and inclusion are the  driving forces behind her work. Neha has built a successful consulting business supporting the creative and inclusive growth of people around the world so they can see themselves as capable, contributing team members. We all are 'creatives' so letting imposter syndrome stop us is no longer optional. Thank you Neha for this timely wisdom and actionable advice! Neha's LinkedIn GenLead Website Neha's Bio: Neha Sampat is founder, consultant, and coach at GenLead. She has worked in the technology, legal, civic, non-profit, and education industries, and most recently served as Dean of Students and Adjunct Professor of Law and Leadership. She brings to her consulting and coaching practice her experience supporting and developing thousands of diverse individuals of varying generations and at all levels of an organization. Neha loves to facilitate connections that honor the unique strengths, voices, and missions of both her organizational and individual clients.   This episode is produced by CAFFEstrategies.com – an industry leader in intercultural creative thinking development and the home of the 16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinkers and the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity!

How is using an item in alternative ways a foundational method of thinking for problem solving in business? Genein explains the concept of functional fixedness and how it limits the creativity and innovation within teams. Learn about functional agility, this innate skill we were all born with, which is needed to discover new solutions to old - and new - problems.   Visit CAFFEstrategies.com for training in this area! Here are the research links: Immunity to functional fixedness in young children Innovation Relies on the Obscure: A Key to Overcoming the Classic Problem of Functional Fixedness The mission of CAFFE Strategies is to equip organizations with strategies of Intercultural Creativity™ that supports their DE&I goals. Intercultural Creativity™ is a unique type of training that develops intercultural competence (which is needed for inclusion and belonging) primarily using creative thinking strategies and cognitive processes. In addition to utilizing our 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity methodology, the other creative thinking strategies used in our trainings include divergent thinking, reframing, un-obvious associations, combinatory thinking, metaphorical processing, transformation ideation, and imagination development, to develop intercultural competence, self awareness, cultural-awareness and creative thinking.  

How does empathy and what people believe affect creative thinking and our ability to connect? The empathy doctor is here to enlighten us on this important topic. Kristen Donnelly (MSW, M.Div, PhD) is a TEDx speaker, international empathy educator, and researcher with two decades of experience in helping people understand the beauty in difference, and the power in inclusivity. She is one of The Good Doctors of Abbey Research, COO of their parent company, and an unapologetic nerd for stories of change. Kristen lives outside of Philadelphia with her husband, where they are surrounded by piles of books and several video game consoles.  Thank you Dr. Kristen for your insight on how empathy and perspectives of life help our intercultural creativity!   Kristen's LinkedInAbbey Research     This episode is produced by CAFFEstrategies.com – an industry leader in intercultural creative thinking development and the home of the 16 Diamond Tools of Creative Thinkers and the 7 Gems of Intercultural Creativity!