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Jess Pettitt joins Christy Smallwood on Small Business Success Talk to dive into the realities of running a speaking business, balancing purpose with profit, and navigating tough conversations. With her signature humor and deep insights, Jess shares how small business owners can create lasting change, build authentic workplace cultures, and align their values with real actions. They discuss the power of asking better questions, taking control of urgency, and staying true to your mission. Jess also talks about her new book, Almost Doing Good, and the unexpected viral moment that put her in the spotlight. This episode is packed with practical strategies and thought-provoking discussions to help entrepreneurs lead with impact and authenticity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine a future you long for and want to win—a future where all living beings, including the Earth, belong without exception. This kind of visioning work was why I created the Imagine Belonging Podcast. I wanted to create a welcoming space, inviting guests to dream with me, without limitation. This kind of imagination allows new futures to emerge. Igniting the power to imagine increases our ability to upend today's current conditions & competing future visions. Today's sobering conditions, along with one particular competing vision, obstruct our ability to activate a vision of a shared belonging society. What is the Belonging Society Vision's main competitor? Project 2025. While I'm sure you have heard of it by now, are you fully aware of how it may impact your life? In this podcast episode, you'll learn more about what it says and what to do. Briefly, Project 2025 details a cruel and unconstitutional vision designed to challenge, erode, and eradicate hard-won human and civil rights protections in the United States. The agenda was authored by the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank opposed to racial, immigrant, LGBTQ+, gender, reproductive, and disability justice. The Project's proposals have shaped the flurry of executive orders released over the first few months of the Trump Administration's second term. Project 2025 embodies a radical, wasteful, and anti-human agenda that has already impacted the workforce. When it comes to workplace DEI commitments, this radical agenda calls for: Eradicating Federal Programs. Eliminating all federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programming. Eliminating Chief Diversity Officers. Indefinitely placing essential chief diversity officers (and related positions) on administrative leave. Establish Anti-DEI Task Forces. Creating task forces to determine the scope, breadth, and depth of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Shift Federal Funding Priorities. Divert federal funding for the diversity, equity, and inclusion programming of nonprofits and higher education institutions. Prohibit EEO-1 Data Collection. Make it impossible to prove discrimination by prohibiting data collection; evidence used in disparate impact analysis. If you are concerned about Project 2025 and want to gain insights on how to defeat it, while still fortifying and advancing the heart of your DEI commitments, then you're in the right place. The purpose of this podcast episode is to grapple with some of the most challenging questions by promoting a dialogue that will provoke new thoughts, ideas, and approaches. And it's for this reason that I invited Dr. Joel A. Davis Brown, and Jess Pettitt, MBA, to join the show. Here's some background about each guest: Joel A. Davis Brown is the Chief Visionary Officer of Pneumos LLC (“Pneumos”). Joel works strategically with a variety of organizations, including non-profit organizations, Fortune 500 companies, churches, and institutions of higher learning to build consciousness, capacity, community, and collective esteem. His work spans 5 continents and his mission is to facilitate liberation for every global citizen. Joel is viewed as a master communicator and is best known for his critical analysis, creativity, humor, and his ability to build consensus. Jess Pettitt is a bestselling author and sought after keynoter. She quit her day job after a decade, and almost 20 years later still uses humor to deliver actionable content related to everything you ever wanted to know about where leadership and diversity collide but are afraid to ask. Though often referred to as a thought leader, Jess responds that she just makes leaders think.  Together, Joel and Jess will help me unpack what it will take to upend Project 2025 & replace it with a shared belonging society vision. During our conversation we: Examine Real-world Impacts. Moving beyond the rhetoric, we delve into the real-world impacts on businesses and their DEI commitments, examining litigation & reputational risks, potential funding cuts, shifting compliance requirements, and the chilling effect these early executive actions informed by Project 2025 are having on our work cultures.   Explore the Impacts of Fear & Silence. We address one of Project 2025's main objectives, which is to create a climate of fear and silence around DEI. To counter this climate, we encourage discussion about legal protections, the role of leadership in fostering open dialogue, and ways to safeguard employees who advocate for inclusion. Learn the Value of DEI Data Collection. We highlight the importance of data collection and key metrics in DEI work as we explore the challenges of operating without these measures. We then explore alternative data collection methods, qualitative assessments, and the potential impacts on leadership accountability and transparency. Envision a New Business Outcome Narrative. Then we pivot to explore the role of new narratives, one of which amplifies the value of DEI on employee well-being and business outcomes. We explore how to frame the narrative around business outcomes, resisting the tendency to focus on social justice arguments, to resonate with a broader audience. Consider How to Proactively Plan. This question emphasizes proactive planning. It prompts discussion about auditing current DEI policies to reduce litigation risk while balancing the threat of reputational risk, scenario planning for different political outcomes, and building resilience into DEI programs to withstand potential challenges. Similar to all of our Imagine Belonging podcast episodes and programming, our guests had the opportunity to share their vision for what a belonging society looks like, painting a vivid picture of a future many of us long for, and want to win during our 1:1 laser coaching sessions with our guests right after our live recording. If you'd like to participate in those engagements, please be sure to join the Belonging Membership Community by visiting www.rhodesperry.com/subscribe. Please remember that this podcast episode offers a timely and crucial conversation about a vision for a belonging society and the role we and our workplaces play in activating it. Savor this insightful talk, and if you'd like to learn more about Project 2025 and its threat to building a belonging society, please be sure to watch Jess Pettit's Project 2025 video series here: https://tinyurl.com/jesspettitt.  Thanks for growing the Belonging Movement!

Jess Pettitt is a speaker, author, and researcher. Recently, she did a deep dive into Project 2025. Somebody had to.I first met Jess on the NACA circuit, basically the college performance circuit, many years ago. I've always enjoyed hearing her take on things, and was curious, especially after her 2025 project, to know her assessment right about now.

In this episode of The Self-Employed Life, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jessica Pettitt, author of Good Enough Now: How Doing the Best We Can with What We Have Is Better than Nothing. Jessica highlights the importance of accepting yourself  and finding balance between imperfections and growth. Our conversation delves into how releasing the pressure to be perfect can reduce stress and open the door to meaningful progress. This episode is a powerful reminder that progress often begins when we allow ourselves to simply do our best, even if it's not perfect. Perhaps it's her Texas roots, but Jess Pettitt, MBA, M.Ed., CSP, believes that to really thrive in this world, you have to ride two horses—one of giving and one of receiving. For Jess, the giving horse is her passion for service, and the receiving horse is the high she rides entertaining audiences. For almost 10 years, Jess rode one horse by day, serving as an administrator in student affairs for university Diversity and Inclusion programs, and the other by night, performing and hosting three times a week doing stand-up in New York City's most popular comedy clubs (ask her about George Carlin's nickname for her or sharing an eggroll birthday cake with Bob Newhart). Eventually, Jess discovered she could ride both horses at the same time in the same career, and a speaker in the DEI space was born. Now, nearly 20 years and half a million audience members later, Jess gallops from coast to coast delivering her “Good Enough Now” message to anyone willing to take the leap toward creating a much more inclusive (read: much more effective) organization. If you'd like to discuss bringing in one of the funniest speakers you'll ever hear to deliver actionable content on everything you've ever wanted to know about Leadership and Diversity but were afraid to ask, reach out to Jess today. Guest Contact – Website Linkedin Contact Jeffrey – SelfEmployedNewsletter.com JeffreyShaw.com Books by Jeffrey Shaw Business Coaching for Entrepreneurs Watch my TEDx LincolnSquare video and please share! Valuable Resources – The Self-Employed Business Institute You know you're really good at what you do. You're talented, you have a skill set. The problem is you're probably in a field where there is no business education. This is common amongst self-employed people! And, there's no business education out there for us! You also know that being self-employed is unique and you need better strategies, coaching, support, and accountability. The Self-Employed Business Institute, a five-month online education is exactly what you need. Check it out! Take The Self-Employed Assessment! Ever feel like you're all over the place? Or frustrated it seems like you have everything you need for your business success but it's somehow not coming together? Take this short quiz to discover the biggest hidden gap that's keeping you from having a thriving Self-Employed Ecosystem. You'll find out what part of your business needs attention and you'll also get a few laser-focused insights to help you start closing that gap. Have Your Website Brand Message Reviewed! Is your website speaking the right LINGO of your ideal customers? Having reviewed hundreds of websites, I can tell you 98% of websites are not. Fill out the simple LINGO Review application and I'll take a look at your website. I'll email you a few suggestions to improve your brand message to attract more of your ideal customers. Fill out the application today and let's get your business speaking the right LINGO! Host Jeffrey Shaw is a Small Business Consultant, Brand Management Consultant, Business Coach for Entrepreneurs, Keynote Speaker, TEDx Speaker and author of LINGO and The Self Employed Life (May 2021). Supporting self-employed business owners with business and personal development strategies they need to create sustainable success.

Perhaps it's her Texas roots, but Jess Pettitt, MBA, M.Ed., CSP, believes that to really thrive in this world, you have to ride two horses—one of giving and one of receiving. For Jess, the giving horse is her passion for service, and the receiving horse is the high she rides entertaining audiences. For almost 10 years, Jess rode one horse by day, serving as an administrator in student affairs for university Diversity and Inclusion programs, and the other by night, performing and hosting three times a week doing stand-up in New York City's most popular comedy clubs (ask her about George Carlin's nickname for her or sharing an eggroll birthday cake with Bob Newhart). Eventually, Jess discovered she could ride both horses at the same time in the same career, and a speaker in the DEI space was born. Now, nearly 20 years and half a million audience members later, Jess gallops from coast to coast delivering her “Good Enough Now” message to anyone willing to take the leap toward creating a much more inclusive (read: much more effective) organization.   Jess talks about her latest book, “Almost Good Enough”, implementing DEI in an organization, elements of culture change, and much more!

In this compelling episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, Lou reconnects with the ever-insightful and humorous Jess Pettitt. Known for her candor and wit, Jess delves deep into complex yet crucial topics such as systemic racism and sexism, and how those not directly affected can better recognize and address these issues. Join Lou and Jess as they explore the importance of listening, trusting others' experiences, and examining personal biases to foster a more inclusive world. Drawing examples from her latest book, Almost Doing Good, Jess emphasizes the need to prepare for daily crises and challenge defensive assumptions. The conversation goes beyond organizational responsibility, touching on Jess's personal growth through writing, recognizing the power of good intentions, and stress on meaningful communication. Jess keeps it light with anecdotes from airport lounges, a newfound love for sewing, and her guilty pleasure—crispy corner brownies. Episode Highlights: Recognizing and addressing systemic issues like racism and sexism The importance of listening and examining personal biases Balancing profit with purpose, planet, and people in organizations Learning from failures, understanding good intentions, and improving communication Personal stories and lighter moments, including Jess's self-care routines and favorite snacks

Jess Pettitt discusses her new book, Almost Good Enough, which explores the subtle shifts at the fulcrum between doing harm and doing good. She discusses compassion and humanity, best practices and intuition, and ways to foster innovation and description related to DEI and beyond. If we can be prepared, recognize what is going on beyond us, and move from reactivity to response, we can do more good, cause less harm, and learn and grow.

I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Devin: What is your superpower?Jess: Well, I love this question because I think there are different kinds of superpowers. The one that makes everybody laugh the most—because one of my superpowers is being able to make people laugh—is that I know how to fold a fitted sheet. And that is only impressive to the people who don't know how to fold a fitted sheet.Creating workplaces that truly foster belonging requires more than superficial gestures or simply ticking diversity boxes. In today's episode of Superpowers for Good, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jess Pettitt, author of Almost Doing Good, who shared insights into why even well-intentioned inclusion efforts can sometimes backfire.Jess's approach begins with a powerful metaphor: “Stop spit polishing a landmine.” She uses this phrase to caution against pouring energy into ineffective or even harmful initiatives. “You could be very good at it,” she notes, “but doing it harder or better if it is the wrong activity is not helping, and in this case, it's actually making it even more dangerous.” Her message resonates with the reality that real progress requires alignment between intention and the specific needs of the workplace culture rather than pursuing blanket solutions.During our conversation, Jess emphasized that many organizations hesitate to take decisive, meaningful action because they are “not the worst” when it comes to diversity and inclusion. Yet, this complacency stifles the momentum needed for real change. Her advice is simple but profound: recognize problems you don't experience yourself. This means cultivating a culture where it's safe to ask questions about unfamiliar challenges and invite perspectives that may feel uncomfortable but ultimately lead to growth.Through humor and a focus on honest, probing questions, Jess's approach to workplace inclusion inspires us to think beyond the surface and strive for sustainable impact. For those of us committed to creating positive change, her insights serve as a vital reminder: only when we stop polishing the landmine can we start to make real progress.tl;dr:* In today's episode, Jess Pettitt shares insights from her new book, Almost Doing Good, exploring how well-intentioned efforts in workplaces often falter due to unpreparedness or knee-jerk reactions.* Jess emphasizes the importance of recognizing “problems you don't experience,” encouraging leaders to approach challenges they may not personally face with empathy and understanding.* To make lasting impact, Jess advocates for thoughtful, prepared responses rather than relying on superficial, one-size-fits-all solutions that can cause more harm than good.* Humor, Jess's superpower, becomes a powerful tool to bridge understanding and ease tension, especially around sensitive topics like diversity, equity, and inclusion.* Jess uses relatable humor to invite people into uncomfortable conversations, transforming resistance and defensiveness into openness and genuine curiosity.How to Develop Humor and Connection As a SuperpowerJess Pettitt's superpower is her ability to use humor to connect with people and shift even the heaviest of situations toward openness and understanding. By finding humor in everyday challenges and serious topics alike, Jess creates an environment where people feel safe to engage deeply without defensiveness or fear, bridging gaps and inviting constructive dialogue.One memorable example Jess shared was from her work as an emcee. She was tasked with following a speaker who had delivered somber, heavy news to the audience. When Jess took the stage, she broke the tension by saying, “So, y'all been talking about anything important lately?” This light-hearted comment sparked laughter, diffusing the tension and setting a new tone for the event. Her humor allowed the audience to reset, making them receptive to her positive energy.Tips for Developing Humor as a Strength* Recognize Humor in Dark Places: Embrace humor even around difficult or sensitive topics, as it can ease discomfort and open up meaningful conversations.* Make Unlikely Connections: Practice linking two unrelated things to create a humorous perspective. Look for similarities in seemingly disconnected ideas.* Use Humor to Break Tension: Address the elephant in the room with humor to reset the tone and connect with your audience.* Embrace Imperfection: Jess believes in being “good enough now,” focusing on doing the best with what you've got. Apply humor in a way that feels authentic rather than perfect.By following Jess Pettitt's example and advice, you can make humor and connection a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileJess Pettitt (she/her):Speaker/Consultant/Author/Cheese Lover, Good Enough NowAbout Good Enough Now: Consulting/Speaking organization run by 3 rescue mutts and myselfWebsite: www.GoodEnoughNow.comCompany Facebook Page: I am Good Enough NowOther URL: almostdoinggood.comBiographical Information: Perhaps it's her Texas roots, but Jess Pettitt, MBA, M.Ed., CSP, believes that to really thrive in this world, you have to ride two horses—one of giving and one of receiving. For Jess, the giving horse is her passion for service, and the receiving horse is the high she rides entertaining audiences.For almost 10 years, Jess rode one horse by day, serving as an administrator in student affairs for university Diversity and Inclusion programs, and the other by night, performing and hosting three times a week doing stand-up in New York City's most popular comedy clubs (ask her about George Carlin's nickname for her or sharing an eggroll birthday cake with Bob Newhart).Eventually, Jess discovered she could ride both horses at the same time in the same career, and a speaker in the DEI space was born. Now, nearly 20 years and half a million audience members later, Jess gallops from coast to coast delivering her “Good Enough Now” message to anyone willing to take the leap toward creating a much more inclusive (read: much more effective) organization.Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/JessPettittInstagram Handle: @GoodEnoughNowMax-Impact MembersThe following Max-Impact Members provide valuable financial support to keep us operating:Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Marcia Brinton, High Desert Gear | Ralf Mandt, Next Pitch | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* SuperCrowd Mastermind Group, twice monthly on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon Eastern. This group is for entrepreneurs and small business owners interested in raising money from the crowd. 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This episode will make you think!  There are no easy answers, nothing is black and white, and this week's guest Jess Pettitt (https://jesspettitt.com/) and I wander down a bunch of uncomfortable paths!  This is something she has been doing with her audiences and clients for decades, and she is a master at giving people permission to sit in the discomfort of commonly challenging topics like INCLUSION and CHANGE and LUNCH MEATS!  (ok, I added that last one.  I have baloney on the brain....you'll see why once you listen to this episode!)  Open your mind, set aside emotion, and engage in this brilliant academic exercise with us, to help make you stronger when the challenges aren't so academic...and they join you in your kitchen!We chat aboutSelf awareness being the first step to true changeHow change doesn't have to come in big leaps...in fact, it sticks better if it doesn't.War criminalsspreadable cheeseInclusionTough ConversationsBologna (baloney?)Prison ReformAbortionWhen to order more appetizers!There's a little something for everyone, so buckle up and enjoy!If you want more from Jess, go to https://jesspettitt.com/  Thanks for wandering down this road with us!  

Description: Join us as we explore the transformative power of authenticity and immediate action in the realm of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) with leader, speaker, and author, Jess Pettitt. In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the “Good Enough Now” philosophy, its impact on personal growth, and its potential to create positive change in companies, relationships, and communities. Resources: MRA's DEI Toolkit  Jess's Website   Jess's Book - Good Enough Now  If you are interested in a complimentary copy of Jess Pettitt's eBook, Good Enough Now, please email laura.kielbasa@mranet.org to get your code and details on how to download the book for free. There are a limited number of codes so don't delay! MRA Membership  About MRA  Let's Connect: Meet the Guest - Jess Pettitt  Guest LinkedIn Profile - Jess Pettitt  Host Bio - Sophie Boler  Host LinkedIn Profile - Sophie Boler  Transcript: Transcripts are computer generated -- not 100% accurate word-for-word. 00:00:00:00 - 00:00:21:03 Unknown Hello everybody and welcome to 30 minute Thrive, your go to podcast for anything and everything HR powered by MRA, the Management Association. Looking to stay on top of the ever changing world of HR? MRA has got you covered. We'll be the first to tell you what's hot and what's not. I'm your host, Sophie Boler, and we are so glad you're here. 00:00:21:05 - 00:00:51:05 Unknown Now it's time to thrive. Well, hello everybody, and welcome to this episode of 30 Minute THRIVE Thank you for joining us today. I am so excited for our conversation today because you get to hear from a very talented and experienced individual. Jess Pettit suggests a top facilitator and educator in the diversity and inclusion space. She spent the last 20 years teaching, motivating and entertaining more than half a million people just in North America alone. 00:00:51:07 - 00:01:17:16 Unknown And speaking of that, Jess is actually one of our keynote speakers at MRA's 2023 DEI conference this year. So, Jess, I know your main goal is to kind of start that conversation while also ensuring that people feel at ease and really feel safe to learn and ask these questions. And I. So for our episode today specifically, we're kind of going to delve into the world of good enough now. 00:01:17:16 - 00:01:42:10 Unknown And that philosophy and really its impact on personal growth, its potential to create positive change in companies, relationships and communities. So before we dive into that topic, I'm really kind of curious to know just what got you started on your DEI journey. Well, first off, thank you for having me and what I get asked quite often like what got you started? 00:01:42:10 - 00:02:05:17 Unknown And there's kind of two answers at the same time. The quickie answers are, number one. I was lucky enough to grow up in Texas with parents that were very curious. So any time I would ask a question, I was sent to the library to go find out all the different kinds of answers and then did presentations to my family on the fireplace about whatever it was. 00:02:05:19 - 00:02:31:09 Unknown So I think most of the questions I asked seemed to be kind of around what I think collectively we would refer to as the underdog or hypocrisy or things that just didn't make sense. And I wasn't raised in an environment where like, Nope, this is it. Don't ask any more questions. So I think that is a significant part of my curiosity. 00:02:31:11 - 00:02:55:13 Unknown I think the other part is, is that when I had real jobs, I often was advocating. I worked, as I called an administrator. My first masters is in higher education Administration with an emphasis in crisis management. So I worked on college campuses, advocate ing for underrepresented students, and how the college or the university could better serve its surrounding community. 00:02:55:15 - 00:03:22:18 Unknown And in doing that would often point out what the university was doing to impact the community in a negative way or how they were under serving students. So I would get fired, go to another one, get another job, get fired so I kept getting fired. And eventually I know it's in our conference, but high HR, I spent a lot of time with you, but mostly I got fired because I was advocating for something that the university didn't want to do differently. 00:03:22:20 - 00:03:51:19 Unknown Spoiler alert. I would say that in my younger years, I didn't understand managing up and maybe would use like a different font in how I advocated, but I would do it all over again because I have just always attempted to advocate for those that didn't have a voice at the table. So here we are. Yeah, I love that and I love that you stayed curious and that's kind of helped you with your DD journey, and that's a big difference. 00:03:51:21 - 00:04:14:23 Unknown So just we mentioned that you're also the closing keynote speaker at our DEI conference this year, and your session is titled Good Enough Now. So can you kind of explain what is good enough now? Can you kind of share your thoughts on waiting to change versus taking that immediate action to kind of be the best version of ourselves? 00:04:15:00 - 00:04:43:13 Unknown Absolutely. I think that I should probably full disclosure, I'm a Virgo and a really anal retentive person, which means that I have perfectionist tendencies. Definitely have experienced some imposter syndrome in my life. And as I was listening to my audiences, to be frank, I was kind of burning out on talking about vocabulary and approaching diversity and kind of this way, old way, that I used to do it. 00:04:43:15 - 00:05:13:08 Unknown And I was burning out because I wasn't noticing a lot of progress. And then being a perfectionist, if you can't solve this problem, then it's very un motivating. And in my kind of sinking burnout stage, I started listening to my audiences in a different way and I kept finding them coming up with a reason or an excuse to not engage in a conversation or to not truly go and start something or do something. 00:05:13:08 - 00:05:36:19 Unknown Or they wanted to. There was a want there, but they they couldn't like just go because they didn't feel adequately prepared. They were waiting for all the correct variables to be in place. And I realized that kind of the intersection of what I would call my burnout because of perfectionism, there was this You need to do it anyway. 00:05:36:21 - 00:06:06:12 Unknown And if we're waiting to solve this problem, wouldn't you think somebody amazing ahead of us would have already solved it? And the I think it's an excuse is to wait until you have it perfect, because we feel entitled to the success or feel entitled to winning. So when I kind of noticed this as my own cure to keep me in this work, I realized in my kind of mantra is, do the best you can with what you've got. 00:06:06:14 - 00:06:36:16 Unknown Some of the time, frankly, because it's better than nothing. Never. And obviously, this does not apply to, like, surgery or things where accuracy is really important. So talking about advocating for someone trying can be frankly, trying. It can be exhausting. But when you don't know how to start trying, what you end up doing is you start trying to try and ultimately trying to try is good enough place to start, right? 00:06:36:18 - 00:06:59:14 Unknown I feel like it's all about kind of just taking that first step. And I know a lot of perfectionists out there who probably appreciate this, this kind of concept, but how do you personally relate to the concept of feeling that imbalance between who you are and kind of like what you mentioned, who you think you should be, where you think you should be in the context of DIY? 00:06:59:22 - 00:07:20:15 Unknown I think what's at the root of diversity, equity and inclusion is either kind of those of you not watching the video have two hands up, right? So one of them is recognizing all of the pain and suffering that you have experienced in your life, has made you who and how you are in the world. And that is a really important thing to acknowledge. 00:07:20:17 - 00:07:47:17 Unknown There are also a lot of privileges that have made you who and how you are. And most of us kind of enter this advocacy or DIY work because of our resilience or our survival, which includes like code switching at work, doing things that you need to do to hide certain parts of you or cover certain lived experiences or identities, you have to navigate the workplace. 00:07:47:19 - 00:08:27:01 Unknown I totally get that. I understand from my subordinated or marginalized identities, the organization that I've done to stay alive or to thrive is very personal to me. I totally get that. However, if we were to enter from our privileged identities, there's no risk. It's not about thriving. It's about just trying to do the right thing. So I try to really inspire her, myself and others to enter these conversations from their dominant or privileged identities, because that's the place where we have all the tools and the resources to actually do something, even if we can't do it perfectly. 00:08:27:03 - 00:08:50:19 Unknown And we might not actually notice when we're doing the right thing because it's the right thing in the right way, regardless of how our life has taught us how to be. I try to role model that I tried in my book. I try to like create a pathway for people to gain their own self-awareness of what it is they could be doing and encourage people to try to do just that. 00:08:50:21 - 00:09:39:05 Unknown Absolutely. Or I feel like sometimes taking these steps may kind of produce some challenges. So what are some kind of common challenges that you've seen people face when striving for better relationships, bettering themselves, fulfillment, stronger teamwork in the realm of DEI? I mean, I think the answer is in good enough, people don't feel good enough, and also at times have experienced what it does feel like to be good enough and that they're actually the same feeling, right, is like, I'm kind of sucks, but I guess I can give this a whirl of even if it's something outside of a DEI context, you're driving around and you get a flat tire. 00:09:39:07 - 00:09:58:24 Unknown I don't know about you, but I don't consider myself a flat tire handler expert. Right. So then there's this kind of incompetence moment where you're like, I don't wait, what do I do? And then, like, every tick tock you've ever seen comes, like, flashing back to you, and all of a sudden you're, like, lug nuts. That's a word I haven't used in forever. 00:09:59:13 - 00:10:19:07 Unknown lug nuts. I need one of them sticky things to get the lug nuts off while you're fumbling around in the trunk of your car looking for the. Is it a crowbar? Is it a jack? I don't know. The key things that you do, the lug nut twisty bit This, like a little kernel of information, comes where you're like, Do it in a star. 00:10:19:09 - 00:10:43:02 Unknown Where did that come from? I don't know, But you undo it in a start. Now, all of a sudden, you know, this. That methodology, you're. It's okay. It's good enough information at the time because you're in a pickle. You got a flat tire. You got to figure it out. When we start interacting with other people, even when we call it DIY work, most of us think we're only doing DEI work at work. 00:10:43:04 - 00:11:10:07 Unknown So then we clock out of work and we're at a grocery store. We're not employing those same skills. And what I'm here to talk about is not new skill development, but it's really recognizing when you choose not to use them, right? I mean, you do choose to use them because it's good enough to try. The other thing I would say is this is a little bit more of a longer answer, but often when we think of challenges, we think of challenges outside of ourself. 00:11:10:09 - 00:11:34:17 Unknown And my challenge to everyone is to think of the challenges inside yourself. And when you are most challenged or most confronted, how are you showing up and how do you expect other people to show up? And you can actually adjust how you show up instead of waiting for other people to show up differently? So this is the I'll talk about this in the keynote. 00:11:34:17 - 00:11:57:15 Unknown This is the head heart action model. And once you can figure out kind of where you lean particular lean when you're challenged or feeling confronted or trying to decide to use the skills you currently have or to like take them off ramp, it'll be really helpful for you to know that I believe our lives have taught us who and how to be, and there's nothing wrong with that. 00:11:57:20 - 00:12:32:05 Unknown We just we're responsible for this kind of like net zero of how we begin a conversation. So we've got a lot of self-reflection to do after this podcast. It seems like hopefully. Well, you've kind of embraced and highlighted just kind of being your authentic self and how contributing that authenticity really kind of helps the effort. So in your experience, how does the authentic self contribute to these efforts and initiatives? 00:12:32:07 - 00:12:57:17 Unknown It's your base level foundation. I think everyone in this maybe this goes back to even perfectionism, but I think everyone knows how they are supposed to ought to be right. Like you're supposed to show up this particular way, but you're you're responsible for knowing how you're actually showing up and then citing taking ownership of the gap between the two. 00:12:57:19 - 00:13:26:24 Unknown And do you want to be showing up in a different way or do you not want to? Like we often talk about and I call this an Instagram fight, but of giving grace to other people. And we don't necessarily know what that means, but we also don't even give grace to our self. And so but I think giving grace means is that person, whoever you're thinking of that's annoying their life taught them that that's the way to show up. 00:13:27:01 - 00:13:49:11 Unknown Similarly, your life taught you that this is the way to show up. Neither one guarantees that you're accurate or correct, but you did learn this in your life. And do you want to keep that learning or do you need to upgrade? That's great. So we've talked a lot of it, just a lot about the good enough now philosophy. 00:13:49:14 - 00:14:17:17 Unknown But do you have any examples or just any real life stories on how individuals or organizations have applied this philosophy to enhance their DEI initiatives or existing strategy? A little bit. I think that I'm working on a new book right now, and I have a case study sampling that y'all are welcome to download. Look, give me feedback, give me your ideas, etc.. 00:14:17:19 - 00:14:39:16 Unknown But I think what's interesting is, is there's not a lot of room for failure. And if there is failure, we want to fix it as quickly as possible. But I think failure is a way of looking at a step in the right direction that didn't quite make it right. And so my new book is called Almost or It's Almost finished. 00:14:39:18 - 00:15:06:01 Unknown But it takes the Good Enough Now principles and applies it to an organization instead of your own individual sense of life or decision making. But on an organizational level, I track 56 different case studies of my own clients where something was attempted and it didn't quite work. And my premise is that it didn't quite work because it didn't use the full model. 00:15:06:01 - 00:15:32:06 Unknown It only kind of enters in one place. The tagline is when the answers need to ask more questions and there's a lot of quote unquote best practices within DEI that are not necessarily successful, but it's kind of what everybody does. And so what else could we do to flush out one of these initiatives or programing ideas or response ideas or diversity statements or whatever? 00:15:32:08 - 00:15:54:13 Unknown Can we flush it out in a way that's paying attention in this three sided model so that it's set up for success instead of just being a reactionary response? And I find that to be probably the most debilitating thing that I work with, with organizations when I do consulting work is back in 1984, they tried something and it didn't work. 00:15:54:15 - 00:16:26:06 Unknown And so then we're done. We just don't. We already did it. Or maybe they did something and it didn't work that one time. But there's still pain and suffering happening. And if we're talking about diversity, equity, inclusion, and we keep adding more letters, now we're adding belonging. The reason why we have to add more letters is it's not working because we haven't actually dismantled the systems inside of our workplaces to actually include everyone who is there, everyone we serve along our entire value chain. 00:16:26:08 - 00:16:46:14 Unknown And in order for those people to really weigh in to part of the office culture, they have to buy in. And in order to buy in, they have to feel like they belong and are valued. And that's the real work we need to be doing. Well, I'm looking forward to that book almost. And that'll be interesting to read those case studies, too. 00:16:46:14 - 00:17:12:10 Unknown And we've included dresses, a number where you can text, ask any questions, give her feedback, and also her contact information. So do you want to get in touch with her about that book? We've got the resources for you. But kind of talking about this whole belonging, how does self-acceptance play into the whole journey of being the best version of oneself in the context of DEI? 00:17:12:12 - 00:17:39:01 Unknown It's a really tricky question, but it mostly resides in internal responsibility. And there is nobody who isn't a hot mess, right? And often when we engage in these conversations, we want to point fingers at somebody else who is a bigger hot mess than somebody else. But this is a weird suspension of gravity, not gravity. Don't suspend gravity. Suspension of grammar. 00:17:39:01 - 00:18:17:06 Unknown What's so close? It's so close. But if, like, I'm pointing my finger at you because I think you are a mess, I'm somebody else's mess. Right. Somebody looks at me and is like, I don't know what is wrong with her, but if she'd clean up her act, then it would be much better. So if I actually were to do that and to become more self-aware, to be responsible for myself and quote unquote, clean up my act, whatever that means, I'm role modeling for other people how to do it, and forcing other people to realize that I've become more responsible for my behavior, not just when I'm at work, but when I am in a 00:18:17:06 - 00:18:38:08 Unknown car wreck or at the grocery store or talking to a stranger at some festival. I'm still responsible for everything I do, everything I say, and who and how I am when I show up. Yeah, that's a good point that these these ideas and these philosophies, they don't only apply when you're at work, they should apply all the time. 00:18:38:10 - 00:19:01:18 Unknown But so I think a lot of people are probably wondering, how can I improve immediately? And I know we always talk about the DEI journey, that it takes steps and sometimes it takes a lot of time in practice. But do you have any ideas on what can individuals take away right now that they can start making those positive changes kind of immediately in the DEI space? 00:19:01:20 - 00:19:28:16 Unknown Sure. So two answers again. So the first one is stop looking for the finish line. So like a lot of us think that once we get a certificate or enough different friends or have updated our vocabulary enough, we are then done. That's not how this works, right? This is a forever and always thing. So the the progress, is it becoming more natural and being able to think about what are your responses right. 00:19:28:16 - 00:19:51:22 Unknown Like there's a gap between your knee jerk reaction or response and the actual response. And that moment in between is where responsibility and reflection come in. So that's when you're actually working. It is when you take time for that little second response instead of just your knee jerk reaction that's actually making progress, but it doesn't get you somewhere. 00:19:52:02 - 00:20:16:17 Unknown It helps you decide where you're going to get. So that's the first thing I would say. The other thing I would say is one of the links that you have is to a survey. And the survey will help you identify how you right now are showing up across difference or in conflict. And it's either going to be very detail oriented, very idea oriented, or I don't have time for any of that business. 00:20:16:17 - 00:20:38:18 Unknown I just want to do something. And when you figure out how it is, you're showing up and you get a little bit more used to or comfortable with your own showing up habits, then it's a lot easier for you to adjust how you're showing up based on how other people showing up habits are happening. Those are the two immediate things let go of winning or finishing. 00:20:38:20 - 00:21:09:14 Unknown And how are you right now? Because that's your responsibility kind of part two of this question. And I would just add, if you have anything to add on this. Any strategies or just basic practices that our listeners can adopt to align their personal growth with their DEI goals and values? The hardest one, and I'll talk very specifically about this in my keynote as well, but the hardest one is what I would call the 100% responsibility. 00:21:09:16 - 00:21:32:22 Unknown I do not recommend trying to do this 100% of the time because it is exhausting. But notice when you're not doing it and when it's easier to do it. And what I mean is, is that before you say something, email, text, whatever, can you prepare yourself to be 100% responsible for whatever it is that's about to occur? Once you say text, send the thing. 00:21:32:24 - 00:21:55:09 Unknown And a lot of people will say like, I'm only 50% responsible. But frankly, that's on marriage therapist type job security. And I'm going to ask you to take some time to be 100% responsible so that no matter what it is that comes back at you as anything, you're way less defensive about it because you had made a solid 100% responsible choice before doing something. 00:21:55:11 - 00:22:19:13 Unknown Just try that every once in a while. Or like I like to say, do the best you can with what you've got. Some of the time it will be a life changing way of blending what you think is a diversity equity inclusion kind of mindset with your authentic self in every interaction you have with other people. That's a great mentality to have. 00:22:19:14 - 00:22:46:12 Unknown I'm definitely going to try that out after this. Well, as we kind of wrap up here today, Jess, I know you've given a lot of great advice and actionable steps, but do you have any last kind of might drop moments on how leaders and listeners today can just take that take that step to create a more inclusive and equitable environment based on all the principles that you kind of listed out for us today. 00:22:46:14 - 00:23:10:04 Unknown Honestly, the hardest thing for people to actually do, if I'm having a mic drop moment, is I double dog dare you to stay in touch. You would think that that'd be pretty easy. Like, she's accessible. I can text or any time I can, you know, connect with her on LinkedIn or whatever. But people don't do it because it's hard to hang in your own space. 00:23:10:06 - 00:23:38:07 Unknown And what I would might drop a moment is who else is going to hang in your space if it's not you? So we have to stop looking at this as just something external to us and step into ourselves because no one else can do that. To do the best we can with what we've got. Some of the time, I mean, if you want to learn from other people's failures, notice external to you, read my studies, give me some feedback, see what your thoughts are. 00:23:38:13 - 00:24:03:10 Unknown If you want to stay in touch, feel free to connect on LinkedIn or text me the numbers. 2026704262. But the truth is you won't. Maybe you'll connect with me on LinkedIn, but then that's it. And we don't hang in our own space. And if you happen to notice that you are in your own space, do the survey again. 00:24:03:12 - 00:24:23:14 Unknown Go do the survey again and find out how in that moment, how are you showing up? Is there a pattern of who and how you are? And then what is that like for other people witnessing or interacting with you? You can take responsibility for that. And I'm here to help you along the way. So I double dog dare you stay in touch. 00:24:23:16 - 00:24:48:05 Unknown Do my job. Right. Well, Jess, I want to thank you so much for being on the podcast today. And thank you for sharing all that great content. I can definitely walk away with a lot of great, impactful, actionable steps into our listeners. If you liked our chat and topic today, I would just urge you to comment something new you learned today or anything that you'd like to add on to our conversation. 00:24:48:07 - 00:25:09:03 Unknown Don't forget to share out this episode. Consider joining MRA if you aren't a member already. We have all the resources you need in the show notes, all including resources about us in our topic today. Otherwise, thank you so much for tuning in today and thanks again, Jess. We will see you all next week. And that wraps up our content for this episode. 00:25:09:04 - 00:25:27:11 Unknown Be sure to reference the show notes where you can sign up to connect. For more podcast updates, check out other MRA episodes on your favorite podcast platform. And as always, make sure to follow MRA's 30 minutes THRIVE so you don't miss out. Thanks for tuning in and we'll see you next Wednesday to carry on the conversation.  

When was the last time you considered if the material in your presentation was fresh, up to date, or even still relevant? Once you have your presentation practiced and perfected, it's easy to continue delivering your tried-and-true speech without questioning if it's still hitting the mark. This week on Speakernomics we invited Jess Pettitt, MBA, CSP, to the show to discuss what it's important to make sure your material is still fresh, and the different avenues you can take to ensure it's up to par. Answer our question! Head over to www.Speakernomics.com/voicemail and leave us a voicemail answering the our question and we may use your recording on an upcoming episode of Speakernomics! Question: What is something that comes up regularly in Q&A with your audiences that you don't know the answer to that you need to go research? Who is Jess Pettit, MBA, CSP? Jess Pettitt is a DEI keynoter and the author of the book Good Enough Now, and returned to school to earn an MBA during the pandemic. She always has funky hair colors.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you looking for a practical way to create positive change in your workplace, but aren't sure how to? In this episode, we discuss how to use your voice as a tool to positively impact workplace culture.  In This Episode, You Will Learn About:Demystifying workplace cultureConversations that matterHow to influence positive changeFREE Career Accelerator Workbook: https://bit.ly/3xXy8ULet's Connect! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellecobo/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MsDanielleCoboInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellecobo/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielleCobo Website: www.DanielleCobo.com About our guest:Our guest today has, Jess Pettitt been stirring up difficult conversations for over a decade performing as a stand-up comic, speaking on stage as a diversity expert, and moving teams from abstract to action. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"Danielle is so Uplifting."

In a truly diverse world how can we use humour to help with these challenging conversations.  What ideas can we take from someone who has been in this field all her life?  What can we do to bring the joy into celebrating our differences?  We chat this and so much more.. Follow Jess: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessicapettitt/ Instagram: @goodenoughnow LinkedIn: @jesspettitt Twitter: @jesspettitt Flamingo.day About Jess Pettitt: Jesspettitt.com/survey is a free survey listeners can take. GoodEnoughNowBook.com is information about her book club.

On this episode of The Christian Bear, I'm happy to welcome my mentor and friend, Jess Pettitt. Stirring up difficult conversations for over a decade, performing as a stand-up comic, and speaking on stage as a diversity specialist, Jess is a member of the National Speakers Association and is a Certified Speaking Professional. Having lived across the country and serving overseas as a Peace Corps volunteer, Jess is also the author of Good Enough Now. She lives in Eureka, CA, with her partner and their pug/lab mix, Leo.To learn more about The Christian Bear and other projects from Dr. Ben Huelskamp, please visit www.benhuelskamp.com. Click here to purchase official The Christian Bear merchandise. All proceeds benefit LOVEboldly. Intro and outro music by AlexGrohl and retrieved from Pixabay.Thank you so much for listening and supporting The Christian Bear.

Josh and Kelvin are on sabbatical in 2022. Enjoy some of our favorite interviews this year. Original show notes

This week I was reminded that every story is nuanced – sometimes, I miss the [whole/complete] picture when researching the stories. In the last 5 Things, I shared how Shopify's CEO was humble and kind in handling layoffs. A reader so smartly responded:While they lost their jobs due to his mistake he still made over $20 million and cashed out more than $623 million in equity last year. To me, this raises huge questions about internal equity, executive compensation, and holding decision-makers accountable for their decisions. Instead, once again, we will likely see huge numbers of lower-wage, junior, and shared service (where most diversity exists in US companies) employees paying the price.Yes, yes, yes, and yes. Perfectly put.And yet, in addition to some layoffs, I'm also seeing salary bumps and bonuses announced across industries as a potential antidote to still-high resignation numbers. Does that count as a good vibe?Ultimately, there are so many gray areas, and there are always trade-offs. I'm hopeful we will mostly see leaders choose the path that causes the least harm. I'm reminded of what my friend Jess Pettitt says, “Do the best you can with what you have some of the time."Another reader had a question about Disney's Fairy Godmothers from last week… we inadvertently left off an apostrophe, causing the story about going gender-free to make no sense. Sorry for the confusion! To summarize Fairy Godmothers in Training --> Fairy Godmother's Apprentices.Here are the good vibes I found this week:How the World's Biggest Four-Day Workweek Trial Run Changed People's Lives in the UKSpotify Allowed Its Employees to Work From Anywhere in the World and Its Turnover Rate DroppedGen Z Knows What It Wants From Employers And Employers Want ThemU.S. Companies Support Harvard, UNC in Supreme Court Affirmative Action CasesMicrosoft Has Taken a Proactive Approach to Accessible Technology and Disability HiringRead the full blog here: https://www.theequalityinstitute.com/equality-insights-blog/5-things-trade-offs Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes in DEI every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

Jess Pettitt is an author and keynote speaker. She believes to thrive in this world you have to ride two horses at once: one of humility and one of ego. This is why, while hosting and performing stand-up in NYC, she also worked as a diversity and inclusion specialist.  After a decade, Jess quit her day job but she still uses humor today to deliver actionable content related to everything you ever wanted to know about where leadership and diversity collide. Though often referred to as a thought leader, Jess responds that she just makes leaders think.  Jess works with toxic workplaces to help them build up the skills they already have. For example, we all have challenging conversations with the people we like and respect but we don't have these same challenging conversations with the people we don't like or respect. We have the skills but need to learn how to discern the two different buckets.  Today, Chief Revolution Officer John DiJulius of the DiJulius Group talks with Jess about this process and the work she does within organizations. They also get into her background and what led her to do what she does today. Tune in to learn what “good enough now” means and benefit from all of Jess' incredible insights. You Will Learn: All about Jess' background in performing stand-up in NYC and working as a diversity and inclusion expert. Why she got into diversity and inclusion in organizations. What it means to ride the two horses of humility and ego at once. Why you need to have a conversation about what you don't know you don't know for diversity, equity, and inclusion work to stick.  How to do the best you can with what you have without getting sued, losing talent, or failing customers. How to avoid your blind spots. What “Good Enough Now” means. What you will learn from Jess' keynote at the 2022 Customer Service Revolution Conference. Resources mentioned: Register to see Jess speak at the 2022 Customer Service Revolution conference Everything Jess Pettitt Customer Experience Executive Academy  Customer Experience Executive Online Academy The Customer Service Revolution Podcast  *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know I sent you.

The work is piling up - grant deadlines, conference presentations, a new capital campaign, the next fundraising gala, and other duties as assigned. You feel like you're a jack of all trades, but a master of none. How do you get to the place where you feel good enough and are okay with that? Join our conversation with Jess Pettitt, author of Good Enough Now, as she shares how to "do the best we can with what we have some of the time."

The world is constantly evolving, and as a professional speaker you're speaking to audiences around the world who may not share all the same views as you. How do you prepare yourself to get on the stage and make a genuine connection with every audience? This week on the show, we invited Jess Pettitt, CSP, to discuss some strategies to address unintentional short-sightedness in your presentations. Want to hear more from Jess? She'll be speaking at Influence 2022 in Nashville (and virtually) about how you can set yourself up for any business crisis. Learn more at Influence2022.com. Key Takeaways Know who and how you are Know where you are Who Is Jess Pettitt, CSP? Jess is a diversity consultant and speaker with a background and stand-up comedy. She talks to audiences (or anyone really) about the topics that scare us. She also really loves cheese. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess Pettitt... A very funny keynote speaker and diversity expert ... & Brad talk about Dave Chappelle and the controversy he created with his last special.  The trans community is ticked off... So let's talk about it.  What is making them so angry?  Do they have a point?  Is Dave funny or offensive? Both? Prepare to learn about yourself as we talk about the bigger issues behind this comedy special. https://www.bradmontgomery.com

My next guest is Jess Pettitt, a woman pushing for inclusion and diversity while using comedy to lighten difficult topics. Tune in as I chat with her during Gay Pride Month.Jess Pettitt, M.Ed., CSP, has always had a foot in two different approaches to her life. Perhaps it is her Texas roots, but she believes to thrive in this world you have to ride two horses at once – one of humility and one of ego. This is why while hosting and performing stand-up in NYC she also worked as a diversity and inclusion specialist as a day job. She quit her day job after a decade and almost 20 years later still uses humor to deliver actionable content related to everything you ever wanted to know about where leadership and diversity collide but are afraid to ask. Though often referred to as a thought leader, Jess responds that she just makes leaders think. For Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work to stick, the first step is a conversation that matters about what you don't know you don't know then you can do the best you can with what you have some of the time without getting sued, losing talent, or failing customers.There are 40 more published episodes on varying topics! Click to listen or watch the youtube videos at www.laughzandlyrics.com. The audio is also on all podcasting platforms and available by googling The Zennurgy Podcast. Some links are here https://linktr.ee/zenase.Peace and blessings.Artists, entrepreneurs, educators and community leaders are also invited to become guests. Fill out the Would You Like to Be a Guest form found on both the links above.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-zennurgy-podcast/exclusive-content

Jess Pettitt is one of a kind. As a former diversity and inclusion specialist by day / NYC stand-up comedy by night, she eventually decided to quit her day job to become a Diversity and Leadership keynote speaker. Her engaging and humourous approach helps people take a deep look at everything they've ever wanted to know about where leadership and diversity collide but are afraid to ask. On this episode of the Workplace Communication Podcast, Jess and I look at how to have conversations that matter and reflect on doing the best you can with what you have some of the time. Leadership tips you won't want to miss:

Jess Pettitt is a very funny person who generously answers Brad's questions about gender and LGBTQ language and nuance. Been afraid to ask some of those questions? We have your back because Brad asks them and the very kind Jess answers them.

Six years ago when Thom Singer started this podcast, he ran the idea of the show by his "Mastermind Group".  They thought it was a terrible idea.  Today the show is a cornerstone of Thom's career, a place where he fine tuned his interviewing skills (that are not used onstage and in virtual meetings), and has become his greatest tool for networking with business professionals.   To celebrate six years and 600 episodes Thom has invited the other members of his "Bat Signal" mastermind group into the show to talk about their remembrances of the launch of the podcast.  They also talk about the power of mastermind groups and each of them share advice from their work with companies in the areas of selling, inclusion, and managing stress.   About the Guests:   Eliz Greene https://www.ElizGreene.com   Why Eliz Greene? Eliz’s fresh perspective on stress and productivity shatters the myth of work-life balance and goes beyond one-size-fits-all stress management strategies. Using an exclusive testing tool, she uncovers the hidden causes of stress and provides customized strategies to become immune to the impact of overwhelm and uncertainty. Surviving a heart attack at age 35 while seven months pregnant with twins propelled Eliz on a mission to share her story to inspire other busy people to pay attention to their health. She engages her audiences with humor, personal stories, case studies from a variety of industries, and interactive activities. Recognizing stress as an essential and often under-addressed risk factor, Eliz conducted a research study on job stress and developed implementable solutions to protect physical health, emotional well-being, productivity, and quality of life. She has appeared on CNN, PBS, Lifetime, TNT, and many national and local news programs.   Gerry O’Brion https://www.WhatBigBrandsKnow.com   Why Gerry O’Brion?  Gerry O’Brion teaches framework in innovation and influence that shows companies how to become the #1 choice in crowded markets, using “the power of because.” He reveals how to leverage change to create unique competitive advantages, even without a big budget. Gerry worked on several billion-dollar brands and has distilled that experience into a framework that has been presented to thousands of CEOs, executives, business owners, franchisees and sales groups. His presentation is a fun, thought-provoking dialogue that includes four critical questions you should be asking to stand out in the sea of sameness.  It is packed with strategies and case studies from multiple industries that you can leverage regardless of your size. Gerry began his career in marketing at Procter & Gamble and then was an executive for Coors Light, Quiznos, and Red Robin.   Jessica Pettitt https://www.JessPettitt.com   Why Jessica Pettitt?  Jess Pettitt invites people to be who they are so they can be their best.  Facilitating conversations on the toughest subjects that we typically avoid allows space for team members to support one another so that existing resources can directly lead to innovative ideas and profitable habits.  Typical Diversity and Inclusion trainings don’t work because we don’t acknowledge our frustrating patterns let alone take responsibility for who and how we show up in our relationships with customers, clients, and/or members let alone strangers on the street.  Let’s roll back our defense mechanisms, laugh together, and take responsibility for elements we actually have control over. Bringing 15+ years of diversity training and stand up comedy experience, Jess Pettitt is the social justice educator you have been warned about.  Stop throwing money at a problem and make long lasting change that will result in better recruitment and longer retention of talent that increases a sense of belonging so that we can all get back to work.   Thom Singer https://.ThomSinger.com   Why Thom Singer? Thom Singer is a corporate speaker who is obsessed with helping individuals and organizations discover the path between potential to results. When people are clear about their plans and purpose, and are surrounded by the right people, the sky is the limit. Singer has interviewed hundreds of successful business leaders and has discovered that success leaves clues. His keynote speeches are filled with engaging stories and he is a master storyteller that gets people to think and laugh during every presentation. He is the author of 12 books and is the host of the popular “Making Waves at C-Level” podcast. Before becoming a speaker, Thom spent 25 years in sales and marketing with Fortune 500 companies, entrepreneurial ventures, and law firms.     https://thomsinger.com/podcast/episode-600  

In this episode, we join Jess Pettitt, Inclusion Extraordinaire, and the third member of our Outstanding Org Change band. We talk about hidden strengths in your organization that often masquerade as trouble areas, and we allude to our process for making important changes to create inclusive cultures. Plus- Jess tries to define what kind of "Change Crushers" we all are...

Should you address a controversial topic once you take the stage? How do you address an inappropriate comment the previous speaker made just before you?  Jess Pettitt, CSP, (@jesspettitt) shares her process on deciding if you should say something, and how to address it if you do. For another point of view on addressing controversial topics from the stage, John Register, CSP, (@JFRegister) discusses how to prepare for these topics in advance, and why it's important to lead authentic discussions on these topics.  NSA 2019-20 President Anna Liotta, CSP, (@annaliotta) talks about upcoming changes to NSA's leadership structure and a better opportunity for members to volunteer to shape our content and future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should you address a controversial topic once you take the stage? How do you address an inappropriate comment the previous speaker made just before you?  Jess Pettitt, CSP, (@jesspettitt) shares her process on deciding if you should say something, and how to address it if you do. For another point of view on addressing controversial topics from the stage, John Register, CSP, (@JFRegister) discusses how to prepare for these topics in advance, and why it's important to lead authentic discussions on these topics.  NSA 2019-20 President Anna Liotta, CSP, (@annaliotta) talks about upcoming changes to NSA's leadership structure and a better opportunity for members to volunteer to shape our content and future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raw. Real. Hilarious. "On brand." These are the words I'd use to describe today's guest and final installment of the Guest Mentors Summer Series. Jessica Pettitt, M.Ed., pulls together her stand up comedy years with 15+ years of diversity trainings in a wide range of organizations to serve groups to move from abstract fears to actionable habits that lead to teams that want to work together.  Jess is a member of the National Speakers Association and is a Certified Speaking Professional. Fewer than 10% of speakers worldwide hold this credential. On today's episode, Jess and I explore how she went from unpaid, unknown speaker to paid speaker with a platform.  We cover: the mindset shifts that took place her marketing pieces and messages how she built a schedule/plan/goals to get started her biggest challenges when it comes to pitching, pricing, and negotiating advice she would give to her past self  advice for speakers who are trying to break into this field and are feeling lost or stuck what Jess means by "Two horses: Ego Vs Humility" and why they matter Get Jess' book, "Good Enough Now" here Get your freebies from Jess here The Guest Mentors Summer Series is five episodes featuring women who are, first and foremost, professional public speakers. But they’re also authors, speaker coaches, and seasoned business owners. You’ll learn about their mindset shifts, challenges, systems, advice for new speakers, pricing tips, and so much more. This series is full of inspiring personal stories, entertaining experiences on stage, and expert advice. This series is sponsored by: Speaking School for Women, my signature online course that teaches you how to become a paid, professional speaker in six weeks or less. Learn branding, marketing, speechcraft, pricing, pitching, and so much more. Now until August 31st, get 20% off using promo code SUMMER20 at checkout. Learn more at https://speakersisterhood.thinkific.com/ Told Video: Original, thoughtful storytelling for your brand. Here to help you with your next step in speaker marketing: a meaningful video. Let your story out into the world - get it Told. Follow Told video on Instagram at @toldvideo for flash sales and discounts announced monthly! Learn more about improving your public speaking skills at a Speaker Sisterhood club for women:https://speakersisterhood.com/

Speaker, Educator, and would be vegan… if it weren’t for peanut butter chocolate milkshakes… Jess Pettitt is featured in a Thrive LOUD Minisode.  Plucked from their conversation back in 2018, Jess shares with Lou Diamond how she became the most unlikely, but perfect, vehicle to help the average "white guy" with the issues they confront. Enjoy !! *** Connect to Lou Diamond: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Jess Pettitt visited us in Greeley... and it was a lovely time. We chatted about Inclusive Solutions, our "trojan horse" approach to diversity initiatives, and we answer a listener question.

Do you ever doubt yourself and your abilities? I sure do. It makes me feel small and not strong and then it can spiral down. How do I deal with that? I find a friend or an expert to talk to and/or learn from. And now you can too! Listen in to my conversation with author, speaker, and amazing human Jess Pettitt to discuss insights from her latest masterpiece, Good Enough Now. She always makes me feel better - and this conversation is no different. About the book and our conversation: Sitting around pointing fingers and waiting for change to appear on the horizon—has it ever worked for you? Do you feel an imbalance between who you are and who you think you should be? Do you see fulfillment, better relationships, and stronger teamwork as something to work for, but not possible now? In her breakthrough message, author and speaker Jessica Pettitt reveals the truth about how we can be the best versions of ourselves now! By being our authentic selves, we can immediately improve our companies, relationships, and communities. Good Enough Now is an innovative and practical guide to ridding yourself of self-doubt, self-limiting beliefs, and habitual excuses. Learn more and get your copy of Jess' book Good Enough Now at http://goodenoughnow.com

Welcome to our special series on Diversity and Inclusion.  It isn’t my area of expertise, but obviously a very important topic in the world of business culture.  I gathered 6 experts to close out 2018 to share their perspectives. This is part 5. My expert guest today is, Tracy Brown.  Tracy Brown is a nationally recognized expert and author whose clients rely on her advice about leadership development, diversity strategy and employee engagement. Her company, has provided training to more than 450,000 people and has been recognized twice for Innovation in Diversity Training by the Celebrate Diversity Awards sponsored by Ernst & Young.   You’ll discover how to shift the diversity and inclusion conversation from politics and personality to results and relationships Diversity and Inclusion Part 1 with Jess Pettitt - https://julieannsullivan.com/jessica-pettitt/ Diversity and Inclusion Part 2 with Corey Kupfer - https://julieannsullivan.com/corey-kupfer/ Diversity and Inclusion Part 3 with Dr. Helen Turnbull - https://julieannsullivan.com/helen-turnbull/ Diversity and Inclusion Part 4 with Glen Guyton - https://julieannsullivan.com/glen-guyton/   For more information about Tracy:   Tracy’s website Tracy on Twitter Tracy on LinkedIn   iTunes - Subscribe, Rate and Review Find us on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify and anywhere you listen to podcasts

Welcome to our special series on Diversity and Inclusion.  It isn’t my area of expertise, but obviously a very important topic in the world of business culture.  I gathered 6 experts to close out 2018 to share their perspectives. This is part 4. My expert guest today is, Glen Guyton.  Glen believes in cultural competency. The world would be a more positive and powerful place if we were all even a bit more culturally competent.  Glen’s expertise in understanding culture has taken him from to being a nerdy kid growing up in the suburbs of Houston, Texas to becoming an Air Force Officer, teaching middle school, to leading a national non-profit religious organization. With that kind of diverse background, Glen is a great addition to this series   Diversity and Inclusion Part 1 with Jess Pettitt - https://julieannsullivan.com/jessica-pettitt/ Diversity and Inclusion Part 2 with Corey Kupfer - https://julieannsullivan.com/corey-kupfer/ Diversity and Inclusion Part 3 with Dr. Helen Turnbull - https://julieannsullivan.com/helen-turnbull/   For more information about Glen:   Glen's Website Glen on Twitter   iTunes - Subscribe, Rate and Review

Welcome to our special series on Diversity and Inclusion.  It isn’t my area of expertise, but obviously a very important topic in the world of business culture.  I gathered 6 experts to close out 2018 to share their perspectives. This is part 3. Dr. Turnbull is a world recognized thought leader in global inclusion and diversity. Her Ph.D. dissertation research was on stereotype threat, assimilation and internalized oppression across cultures. She is the author of three online psycho-metric assessment tools on unconscious bias and inclusion. In addition to her Ph.D., she has two Masters degrees, one in organizational behavior and one in mental health counseling.  She has spoken all over the world to companies like Lockheed Martin and Wells Fargo.   Diversity and Inclusion Part 1 with Jess Pettitt - https://julieannsullivan.com/jessica-pettitt/ Diversity and Inclusion Part 2 with Corey Kupfer - https://julieannsullivan.com/corey-kupfer/   For more information about Helen: Helen’s Website Helen’s Human Facet Website Helen on Twitter Helen on LinkedIn Helen on Facebook   iTunes - Subscribe, Rate and Review

Jess Pettitt, professional speaker, comedian and diversity expert extraordinaire, is the CEO of Good Enough Now and our new partner for all things equity, inclusion and diversity! Jess is not only a really good time, she's a fantastic person and has dedicated her professional life to helping people and organizations overcome barriers to equity. In this interview, we talk about our new initiative with Jess, Inclusive Solutions, as well as laugh about random old pop culture and dinosaur poop. Enjoy! See more of Jess's work at Good Enough Nowhttps://goodenoughnow.com/ See more about our collaboration with Jess at Inclusive Solutionshttps://www.inclusivesolutions.net/

Welcome to our special series on Diversity and Inclusion.  It isn’t my area of expertise, but obviously a very important topic in the world of business culture.  I gathered 6 experts to close out 2018 to share their perspectives. This is part 2. Today’s expert guest is Corey Kupfer, attorney, dealmaker, serial entrepreneur and author of Authentic Conversations about Race.  Corey has more than 30 years of professional negotiating experience as a successful entrepreneur and attorney. I believe in changing the world one person at a time, so I was attracted to Corey’s philosophies because he says he wants to create world community one conversation at a time.     Diversity and Inclusion Part 1 with Jess Pettitt - https://julieannsullivan.com/jessica-pettitt/   For more information about Corey:   Corey's website Corey on LInkedIn Corey on Twitter Corey on Facebook   iTunes - Subscribe, Rate and Review

We welcome today's guest, Jess Pettitt, with open arms. She's an author, a standup comedian, Social Responsibility/Social Justice, Diversity and Change Management speaker and consultant. This episode is full of great advice and truthful insights into being "Good Enough Now".  "Then I realized, I was onto something and I got excited about it. What's interesting about burnout or compassionate exhaustion or whatever we want to call it, is that if we can self-generate our own energy back into the work, then it's completely unstoppable. And then that's what I did." "We can't do everything all the time, 100% of the time. There's a Facebook meme that says, 'I can do anything. I just can't do everything.' And as instagrammy as that may sound, it's a really important reminder - so if I can do anything but I can't do everything, if I team up with someone else in the same predicament, we're actually going to be able to accomplish more. It's creating a sense of belonging in that community and a sense of belonging has actually changed the world." www.GoodEnoughNow.com www.goodenoughnow.com/freebies TEDx Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXWcor-GnZ8 Get the book! Good Enough Now - https://amzn.to/2CavUVt www.GoodEnoughNow.com/podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jess Pettitt is possibly my newest friend of this season. I have heard so much about her from mutual acquaintances and we had regularly been in the same rooms but never really had time to connect. That's why I invited her to chat with me via Zoom and thought you fine people might enjoy eavesdropping. Jess wrote the book Good Enough Now and is a living dictionary definition of the term "Good People" - So what did I choose to chat with Jess about... Obviously I picked the simplest option! Jess Pettitt shares her insight into the word "Normal". Listen in on our conversation and enjoy being a fly on the wall to our discussion. Jess is online at www.goodenoughnow.com and has a killer video about folding a fitted sheet - I am not kidding - it's amazing! And I am where you can usually find me - at www.philmjones.com

We announce our launch of a collaboration with diversity specialist Jess Pettitt of Good Enough Now! Inclusive Solutions is our answer to organizational-wide inclusion efforts that actually work. The Packard Group brings the systems expertise,

We talk to stand up comedian and diversity trainer Jessica Pettitt about how to have good conversations, including how to not punch someone in the throat just because you've been mildly irritated by some small inconvenience they've caused you. Get full show notes, including links to Jess's book "Good Enough Now" and some associated freebies, at http://jkwdpodcast.com/episode-115-good-enough-now-with-jess-pettitt/

Author and renowned speaker Jess Pettitt flips diversity training on its head to help us check our biases and stereotypes to not only reduce friction, but to leverage them for better experiences and greater business outcomes. Turning diversity training upside-down with Jess Pettitt When the idea of “diversity training” comes up, we often think it’s about making people feel more comfortable at work, and ultimately, avoiding situations that cause trouble. But today’s guest is here to explain that we have it all wrong. “People have been to so many bad diversity trainings they're also burned out.” -Jess Pettitt Training to operate in a diverse environment shouldn’t just be about “getting along” and avoiding friction. In fact, when diversity is approached properly, we create situations that are conducive to creativity, innovation, and meaningful relationships. “If you can’t try, you can’t be creative, you can’t innovate…” -Jess Pettitt In this interview, Jess outlines the pitfalls in diversity training and how we can all approach diversity in a healthier, more holistic manner. More importantly, we discuss many ways this approach creates amazing opportunities to learn, grow, and better understand the connections that lead to success. A few things you can expect from this episode: Grasping a modern but healthier understanding of diversity Taking control of your biases and dealing with the biases others may act on How stereotypes can be understood more respectfully then leveraged to deliver better customer experiences Lots of laughs! “Professional devastation will lead to great innovation.” -Jess Pettitt Are you ready to own your biases and stereotypes for a more productive workplace culture? Then it's time embrace diversity as a tool for success instead of treating it like another set of challenges to overcome.  Interview Highlights Jess has worked to flip the way diversity is approached, so what does that mean, and how can we better define it? [3:00] Jess shares her views on the impact unconscious biases and more importantly, the antidote! [6:24] What can you do to strengthen your awareness of your own positive and negative biases to deliver better experiences? [11:13] Jess has been playfully referred to as “the white guy whisperer,” but all joking aside, what does that mean, and how can stereotyping be a good thing? [13:23] Jess tells the amazing and humorous story about connections botched by biases and how they inspired her to write her book. [18:45] What does Jess want YOU take away from this episode, and moreover, her book title, “Good Enough NOW?” (Spoiler: It can change the world!) [20:43] About our guest Jessica Pettitt, M.Ed., CSP, pulls together her stand up comedy years with 15+ years of diversity trainings in a wide range of organizations to serve groups to move from abstract fears to actionable habits that lead teams to want to work together. With a sense of belonging and understanding, colleagues take more risks with their ideation, converse precious resources through collaboration, and maintain real connections with clients over time. She is the author of Good Enough Now, How Doing the Best We Can With What We Have is Better Than Nothing. Connect with Jess Twitter LinkedIn Website Jess has freebies for you, because you’re AWESOME! Related Content 360Connext® post, 5 Leadership Biases that Hinder Success in Business Customers That Stick® post, How to Treat Customers: With Respect Episode 309: Common Leadership Biases in Your Way of Success Episode 204: (Tip) Customer Service Leadership We’re on C-Suite Radio! Check it out for more great podcasts   Take care of yourself and take care of your customers.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess Pettitt, M.Ed., CSP, pulls together her stand up comedy years with 15+ years of diversity trainings in a wide range of organizations to serve groups to move from abstract fears to actionable habits that lead teams to want to work together. With a sense of belonging and understanding, colleagues take more risks with their ideation, conserve precious resources through collaboration, and maintain real connections with clients over time. Audiences are inspired to stand up and take action as Jessica Pettitt leads them down the path to understanding they are good enough to make the changes they seek. Challenging long held assumptions about the type of people who drive change and are successful, Jessica eradicates excuses and provides strategies to communicate openly and actively seek success. Jess and Lou have a great chat on Thrive LOUD. *** Connect with Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD:  www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Jessica Pettitt, M.Ed., CSP, pulls together her stand-up comedy years with 15+ years of diversity training's in a wide range of organizations to serve groups to move from abstract fears to actionable habits that lead teams to want to work together. With a sense of belonging and understanding, colleagues take more risks with their ideation, conserve precious resources through collaboration, and maintain real connections with clients over time.

Jessica Pettitt, M.Ed., CSP, pulls together her stand-up comedy years with 15+ years of diversity training's in a wide range of organizations to serve groups to move from abstract fears to actionable habits that lead teams to want to work together. With a sense of belonging and understanding, colleagues take more risks with their ideation, conserve precious resources through collaboration, and maintain real connections with clients over time.

You’ll never make a bold move, take that risk, or do what you say you’re going to do unless you just say, screw it, good enough is good enough. But why do we not let that truly be our mantra? Why can’t we just say I’m going to take action, do what needs to be…

Jess Pettitt is, among other things, a diversity educator. Did you just roll your eyes at that? Did you shudder at the memory of a terrible corporate diversity training you we forced to attend in the past? Did you recall a particularly hilarious episode of The Office where they brilliantly spoofed diversity trainings? Did you feel annoyed at the idea of giving the PC Police yet another platform and frustrated by the fact that you can't say anything to anyone anymore without offending them? Then, you're definitely going to want to listen to this show. Jess and Dan shine a light on how the fear of getting it wrong—  whether “it” is breaking one of The Man Rules or saying the wrong thing at the wrong time to your female co-worker— prevents us from learning from one another, developing meaningful connections, and advocating for positive changes. And this is not a one-sided conversation. This is no liberals-are-awesome-and-conservatives-suck kind of deal. It is about learning how to listen to everyone. Jess also shares some great practical tips for doing the best you can with what you have some of the time, instead of striving for perfection or opting out due to pressure and frustration.  

Today on Life in 22 Minutes, Scott and Becky Mackintosh interview Jess Pettitt. Jess use to be a stand up comic and has been a professional speaker and trainer for 15+ years! She claims to be a lover of all things weird and taker on-er of difficult topics with difficult people. Today Jess shares how to be good enough now to do the scary things that hold us back from greatness!

On episode no. 22, we welcome Jess Pettitt, to join the @BreakDrink conversation. Not only is she long-time friend with the “Tall Drink of Water” co-host, Jeff Jackson, but she has a wealth of experience with social justice training and public speaking around a myriad of topics including identity, politics, privilege, and more infused with humor and real-world examples to support employee retention, crisis management, and development at corporate, nonprofit, and educational institutions. After doing diversity and social justice education for 15 years in higher ed, Jess decided to take her lessons and experiences on the road and into her latest book -- Good Enough Now -- about a pattern she started to see happening in her life and others.

Speaker and consultant Jess Pettitt shares how her body image changes based on who she’s with, the contrast between the high of being on stage and the loneliness of returning to hotel rooms, and how publishing her book Good Enough Now challenged her own feelings of feeling good enough now. Comment on this episode or share your thoughts at boldadulting.com/blog/2017/2/20/podcast-good-enough-now-author-jess-pettitt-ba-11 Find Jess on her website, @jesspettitt, Facebook, or LinkedIn. Pre-order Good Enough Now so you can read Jess' whole book! Text Jess any questions at 202-670-4262 Find BoldAdulting: @BoldAdultingBoldAdulting.com Interested in a free confidence-coaching consultation? Get in touch with Masha! Sponsored by the BoldAdulting online class: How to deal with the 3 most stressful parts of grad school: AKA All grad students think they suckFree preview at bit.ly/how-to-deal-with-grad-school-stress-slides

Speaker and consultant Jess Pettitt shares 6 tips for feeling good enough now! (Yes, now. Not at some future time when you're finally perfect.) Comment on this episode or share your thoughts about how to feel good enough now at boldadulting.com/blog/2017/2/13/podcast-6-tips-for-feeling-good-enough-now-with-jess-pettitt Find Jess on her website, @jesspettitt, Facebook, or LinkedIn. Pre-order Good Enough Now so you can read Jess' whole book! Text Jess any questions at 202-670-4262 Find BoldAdulting: @BoldAdultingBoldAdulting.com Interested in a free confidence-coaching consultation? Get in touch with Masha! Sponsored by the BoldAdulting online class: How to deal with the 3 most stressful parts of grad school: AKA All grad students think they suckFree preview at bit.ly/how-to-deal-with-grad-school-stress-slides

This week, Jess Pettitt and Stevie Tran join the show to discuss gender identity and some items to consider and improve for professionals, students, and organizations. Stevie Tran is a practicing attorney based in New York City who pursued the issue of trans membership as a result of her membership  at Arizona State and continued alumna involvement with her organization. She has several publications regarding trans membership in fraternity/sorority life and continues to work with inter/national organizations to increase their inclusion efforts.    Jessica Pettitt is a social justice and diversity facilitator. Before jumping into that role, she received her masters in higher education at the University of South Carolina and worked in student affairs in a variety of roles. She serves on the NPC's Gender Identity Study Group and continues to be a passionate partner for fraternities and sororities as they further their inclusion efforts.   Further reading: goodenoughnow.com http://fraternallaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Fraternal-Law-Newsletter-November-2013.pdf https://www.dropbox.com/sh/0n6cwn12rtllft3/AABE0psS_c8DOPxwbeu6Vk2Pa?dl=0

This week, participants on the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors and Delta Upsilon Global Service Immersion trip provide reflection and insights gained on our weeklong journey and service for a member of the Negril community. Participants explore global citizenship, their growth as individuals, and the impact of the trip on lives in the Jamaican community. Participants include: Alicia Gilbert, Thea Zunick, Jess Pettitt, Barbre Berris, Michelle Castro, Justin Kirk, Kaye Schendel, Joslyn McGriff, and John DiSarro.

Host Craig Price celebrates the 100th episode with a speakers roundtable. A collection of past guests (and a new one) talk about being a speaker, their mistakes and why they do it. During the National Speakers Association convention this past July, Craig gathered Avish Parashar, Robert Bradford, Steve Rizzo, Jess Pettitt and new friend Patrick Maurer to talk about the ups and downs of being a speaker. What is a professional speaker? Is it just the check that makes you a professional or is there more to it? What do other speakers do that irritates you? What monumental mistakes have you made (this is where the explicit tag comes into play!)? Why do you do what you do?  Get ready for a fun, enlightening discussion as Craig juggles 5 guests at the same time!  Some huge thanks go to Ed Rigsbee with the Cigar PEG for the location. Finding a place for 6 people to record was a daunting task but Ed made it easy peasy. Please go to CigarPEG.com and learn about this great charity and how you can contribute. Also thanks to past guest Chip Lutz for being the bouncer at the speakers roundtable. He was the sole audient (is that a word? it is now) and kept the riff-raff out of the room while the podcast was being recorded.  One of the cool things about the convention was that so many past guests were in attendance so Craig commissioned a quick group photo to commemorate the occasion.  

Welcome to another Wednesday morning with LIFE WORK BALANCES! Today I sat down with Jess Pettit, a consultant doing social justice education at colleges and universities. Jess and I connected this year at ACPA, and we were able to get together to chat about how Jess got to where she is now. We have a […]