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In an era marked by relentless hustle and external demands, author and nonprofit champion Merle Benny invites nonprofits to pause, reflect, and ignite what she calls "The Sparkle Factor." In a compelling conversation, hosted by Julia Patrick and mindful tech advocate Meico Marquette Whitlock, Merle introduces the transformative idea behind her latest book, Sparkle: Create a Brighter, Stronger Nonprofit. Merle argues passionately that the heart of a successful nonprofit lies not in external marketing prowess, but rather within the happiness, internal communication, and genuine appreciation fostered inside the organization.Drawing on deep insights gained through extensive experience, Merle explains that "if the organization itself on the inside isn't happy, doesn't feel good, everyone suffers." This pivotal realization came to her during the isolating times of COVID when many organizations faced unprecedented internal strains. Her exploration uncovered a startling truth: frustration, high turnover, and internal neglect significantly overshadow the crucial, often overlooked, daily victories—what she warmly terms "minor miracles.""Creating a story culture inside the organization means that everybody gets a chance to share," Merle tells us. She asserts that storytelling isn't merely a tool for external branding; it's a fundamental internal practice that empowers and energizes teams. Organizations thrive when their members regularly celebrate and share everyday successes, nurturing a vibrant, supportive environment where employees genuinely feel valued.Co-host Meico complements this viewpoint, highlighting the scientific backing for gratitude and shared appreciation within organizational cultures. "There's an imbalance between the inner and outer work," Meico adds, underscoring that prioritizing internal health directly enhances external effectiveness and longevity.Merle stresses the significance of clear, inspiring visions to unify teams. Distinct from missions, visions galvanize and energize individuals, aligning them toward a common, emotionally resonant goal. Without this internal alignment and continuous communication, organizations risk becoming fragmented and ineffective.As Merle puts it succinctly, "Everybody is doing good work, and so much of it is overlooked." By fostering a culture that values these contributions through storytelling, organizations not only enhance internal harmony but simultaneously strengthen their external appeal.In a sector often overshadowed by stress and burnout, Merle's powerful message is clear: genuine success and lasting impact come from nurturing the organization's internal sparkle. By adopting her insightful strategies, nonprofits can cultivate healthier, happier workplaces, ultimately leading to stronger, more impactful community outcomes!Find us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

In a world where burnout is the norm and rest is often seen as a luxury, how can changemakers sustain their well-being while making an impact? Meico Marquette Whitlock—a workplace well-being strategist, mindfulness teacher, and recovering workaholic—joins us to explore how mission-driven professionals can prioritize self-care without guilt and create a culture of well-being in their organizations.We dive deep into:✔️ Reconnecting to Your WHY when the work feels overwhelming✔️ Creating a sustainable culture of well-being at work (beyond wellness perks)✔️ Self-care strategies for challenging times—even when resources are tight✔️ Navigating social impact grief and processing the emotional weight of change-making✔️ Digital well-being in a hyperconnected world—how to stay engaged without burning outIf you're struggling to balance mission and mental health, this episode is for you.Hit play now, then Subscribe to Nonprofit Nation for more expert insights!Watch the LinkedIn Live video recording. Meico Marquette Whitlock (he/him) is the founder and CEO of Mindful Techie and a certified trauma-informed mindfulness teacher. As a recovering workaholic and former nonprofit and government techie, he helps leaders and teams improve their well-being so they can increase their well-doing. He's the author of How to Thrive When Work Doesn't Love You Back and The Intention Planner and has worked with organizations like the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Cigna, and Greenpeace. His insights have been featured on ABC News, Fox 5, and Radio One. Outside of work, Meico is a former triathlete, salsa dancer, and maker of the world's best vegan chili!

The nonprofit world is evolving fast, and as we step into 2025, organizations must embrace key shifts to stay impactful. Meico Marquette Whitlock, a workplace well-being strategist and CEO of Mindful Techie, unpacked the trends that will shape the sector this year!Mental Health Is a Must-Have, Not a Luxury. Burnout is at an all-time high, and nonprofits can no longer afford to treat well-being as an afterthought. Meico underscores the urgency, stating, “Taking care of your people and making sure they are well is the mission. If they're not taken care of, your mission won't move forward.”Flexible Work Is Here to Stay. The pandemic changed how we work forever, and successful nonprofits will be those that embrace flexible policies—not just remote work, but truly adaptive structures that prioritize people's needs and productivity.Soft Skills Matter More Than Ever.  In an AI-driven world, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and human connection will define successful leadership. Technology can enhance efficiency, but it can't replace the value of being human in the workplace.Authentic and Meaningful Online & Offline Connections. Whether remote, hybrid, or in-office, organizations must be digitally fluid—blending in-person and virtual interactions with intention, ensuring every connection has real value.AI: No Longer a Shiny New Toy. AI is now an operational necessity, but nonprofits must integrate it thoughtfully. From fundraising to donor engagement, organizations need a mission-aligned AI strategy that balances efficiency with ethical considerations.You'll enjoy this conversation that will help your nonprofit navigate 2025 with clarity, purpose, and soul.Find us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about well-being. What does well-being look like to you? This is a question we don't often ask ourselves but, if we want to be “successful,” it's important to consider. My guest this week is Meico Marquette Whitlock, a well-being strategist. Here we talk about how to prioritize well-being individually and collectively. Meico shares 3 powerful questions to help us identify what's within our control and take small but meaningful action steps to improve our well-being. He also offers insights to help us better influence the well-being conversation in our workplaces.About My GuestMeico Marquette Whitlock is The Mindful Changemaker and The Mindful Techie. He works with changemakers who want to improve their well-being so they can sustainably increase their well-doing in changing the world. He is the author of the Amazon bestseller How to Thrive When Work Doesn't Love You Back: A Practical Guide for Taking Care of Yourself While Changing the World and The Intention Planner.He has worked for more than two decades across the non-profit, public, and private sectors leveraging information and communications technology to improve well-being in underserved communities as a software and web developer, communications director, trainer and facilitator, and mindfulness teacher.As a transformational speaker, trainer, and coach, he facilitates transformative experiences that foster well-being in a hybrid world. He has worked with organizations such as the U.S. Federal Government, Cigna, and the World Wildlife Fund, and has been a featured speaker on ABC News, Fox 5, and Radio One. Meico is a former triathlete, loves salsa dancing, and makes the world's best vegan chili!He holds an M.S. in Information Science from the University of Michigan and a B.A. in Political Science and Spanish from Morehouse College. He is also a certified trauma-informed mindfulness teacher.~Connect with Meico:Website: mindfultechie.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meicowhitlock/~Connect with Kim and The Impostor Syndrome Files:Join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge:https://www.kimmeninger.com/challengeLearn more about the Leading Humans discussion group:https://www.kimmeninger.com/leadinghumansgroupJoin the Slack channel to learn from, connect with and support other professionals: https://forms.gle/Ts4Vg4Nx4HDnTVUC6Join the Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadinghumansSchedule time to speak with Kim Meninger directly about your questions/challenges: https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-sessionConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimmeninger/Website:https://kimmeninger.com

Enjoy this buzzing conversation about the cutting-edge world of artificial intelligence (AI) in the nonprofit sector. The theme? Winning the Tech Game! Jeff Hensel, a tech expert from Eide Bailly, with a background at Microsoft, brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the conversation, sharing game-changing insights on how nonprofits can harness the power of AI. “At the end of the day, AI is going to become pervasive,” he says.  . . . . .Whether you're a chemist, an accountant, or a nonprofit leader, the future is clear: AI will be integrated into nearly every aspect of work. The question is, how can nonprofits stay ahead of the curve?Watch on video!A key theme of this discussion, with cohosts Julia Patrick and Meico Marquette Whitlock, is the gradual, mindful implementation of AI. As Jeff describes, “It's a process…you don't want to go too big in terms of your scope.” He emphasizes the value of starting small, especially with manageable tasks like content generation or HR processes, to build momentum and achieve quick wins. This cautious yet proactive approach helps nonprofit organizations avoid the pitfalls of rushing into AI adoption without a solid foundation in place. The trio also talk about the human element of technological change. Meico suggests how a successful AI integration depends heavily on people's buy-in and engagement, saying “From a psychological perspective…it's actually healthy in terms of being able to support long-term change,” adding that employees need to see tangible short-term results to maintain momentum and alleviate fears about AI displacing jobs. And Jeff goes on to concur, stressing that fostering a culture of trust and continuous learning is crucial for navigating the complexities of AI adoption. Organizational success with AI lies not just in adopting the technology, but in aligning it with long-term strategic goals and ensuring strong leadership support. Jeff shares that AI should be seen as a tool to complement, not replace, human efforts, with its true potential unlocked when approached thoughtfully, with careful planning and organizational buy-in. This is day 3 of a very insightful Nonprofit Power Week Series, with Eide Bailly, covering many important aspects of tech in nonprofits. Don't miss any of them!Find us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

Nonprofits, like other organizations, are facing a pivotal moment where technology, particularly AI, is becoming increasingly central to operations. However, adopting new tech is not always seamless, and nonprofits often struggle to integrate these changes effectively. In this Nonprofit Power Week Day 2 episode, cohost Julia Patrick, along with Meico Marquette Whitlock, engage with Jeff Hensel, Director at Eide Bailly, in a discussion about preparing nonprofits for technological changes.Watch on video!Jeff begins by describing how one of the key components for success in adopting technology, especially AI, is understanding data. He explains that AI is built on data, both structured and unstructured, and organizations must be strategic in managing this data. He says, "AI is built on data...you need a strategy for both structured and unstructured data," reinforcing that a well-thought-out data management plan is essential for leveraging AI effectively. Without this strategy, organizations risk inefficiency and even potential security issues. This thought provoking conversation also explores the cultural barriers within organizations that may impede technological progress. Meico highlights that organizations often fail not because of the technology itself, but because of a lack of alignment and culture within the organization. He points out that having formal data systems in place is not enough if informal, disconnected systems persist—employees may still rely on their personal methods, like using Dropbox or thumb drives, which can undermine collective efforts.  . . . . .reinforcing the importance of a shared vision and consistent organizational practices.Finally, the trio talk about governance and security, reminding nonprofits that technological change is not just about adopting the newest tools but also about safeguarding data and ensuring that everyone is on the same page. As Jeff suggests, nonprofits must think holistically about technology, emphasizing the importance of governance structures that align with the organization's long-term objectives.Find us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

Send us a Text Message.Meico Whitlock is a workplace well-being strategist who helps mission-driven professionals prioritize their well-being so they can elevate their well-doing. During his previous career in the tech, nonprofit, and government sectors, he experienced more than his fair share of burnout and overwhelm in the name of making a difference. As a recovering workaholic, he uses what he's learned to help changemakers make an impact without self-sacrifice.He is the author of the Amazon-bestseller How to Thrive When Work Doesn't Love You Back: A Practical Guide for Taking Care of Yourself While Changing The World and The Intention Planner: A Daily Planner & Structured Accountability System for Changemakers, and a certified trauma-informed mindfulness teacher.He partners with mission-driven professionals to create strategies and deliver programs that  scale impact while sustaining the right balance between life, work, and technology in today's changing world.He has worked with organizations such as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Cigna, and Greenpeace, and has been a featured speaker on ABC News, Fox 5, and Radio One. He's also a former triathlete, loves salsa dancing, and makes the world's best vegan chili! :-)He holds an M.S. in Information Science from the University of Michigan and a B.A. in Political Science and Spanish from Morehouse College.Meico's mission is to provide practical well-being strategy consulting and program implementation to increase the well-being of changemakers so they can sustainably increase their well-doing in creating a better world for all of us.Support the Show.Donate – CelesteFrazier.com

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At RSVPify, you can host ticketed events for free - no subscription required. Host any free event with a monthly or annual subscription. Use the code NONPROFITNATION50 at checkout for an 50% off any annual subscription (discount applied for first year only) - or 50% off any monthly subscription for three months (billed at full rate subsequently).--You may enjoy the work you do, but you wish more than anything you had more time to simply sit, think, and hear your own thoughts. The truth is - if you really want to make a difference, you must start by taking time for yourself right now because you can't “change the world” if you're not around long enough to make that happen.My guest on this episode can relate. Meico Whitlock was on the verge of complete burnout, until he had “a breakdown that led to a breakthrough.” He's now a recovering workaholic and a certified mindfulness teacher. Meico founded his company, Mindful Techie™ to help overworked professionals take an intentional, mindful, and trauma-informed approach to enhancing wellbeing and productivity by improving relationships with work, life, and technology. Meico is a former triathlete, loves salsa dancing, and makes the world's best vegan chili!Today we discuss the themes in his new book How to Thrive When Work Doesn't Love You Back: A Practical Guide for Taking Care of Yourself While Changing The World (foreword by Beth Kanter)About Meico WhitlockMeico is The Mindful Changemaker and The Mindful Techie. He works with changemakers who want to improve their well-being so they can sustainably increase their well-doing in changing the world. He is the author of the Amazon bestseller How to Thrive When Work Doesn't Love You Back: A Practical Guide for Taking Care of Yourself While Changing the World and The Intention Planner.Meico is a former triathlete, loves salsa dancing, and makes the world's best vegan chili!He has worked for more than two decades across the non-profit, public, and private sectors leveraging information and communications technology to improve well-being in underserved communities as a software and web developer, communications director, trainer and facilitator, and mindfulness teacher.As a transformational speaker, trainer, and coach, he facilitates transformative experiences that foster well-being in a hybrid world. He has worked with organizations such as the U.S. Federal Government, Cigna, and the World Wildlife Fund, and has been a featured speaker on ABC News, Fox 5, and Radio One. He holds an M.S. in Information Science from the University of Michigan and a B.A. in Political Science and Spanish from Morehouse College. He is also a certified trauma-informed mindfulness teacher.Connect with Meico on LinkedInJoin the Mindful Techie mailing listThe Mindful Techie PodcastTake my free masterclass: 3 Must-Have Elements of Social Media Content that Converts

Mental and physical burnout in the nonprofit sector is an unfortunate reality, but there are ways to address it constructively. Meico Whitlock, founder of Mindful Techie, shares insights on how to protect ourselves from the ravages of nonprofit work.  Meico introduces a refreshing perspective on navigating burnout, urging us to change the conversation, with guidance that begins with, "We're not chasing dollars or titles; we're driven by a personal mission to leave the world better than we found it."  With that thought in mind, rather than a reactive approach, he advocates for proactive steps toward well-being. He believes in addressing burnout collectively and individually, offering a Change Framework comprising six commitments: Connect to Your Why, Honor Your Priorities, Acknowledge Limiting Beliefs, Negotiate Boundaries, Generate Inner Space, and Embody Well-being. Throughout the conversation, Meico and the co-hosts, Wendy Adams and Julia Patrick, dig into the nuances of recognizing burnout. From increased sick days to withdrawal from colleagues, the signs are varied but crucial to acknowledge. Meico reminds us that self-care isn't separate from the work; it is the work. By starting small, such as reaching out to HR for support or seeking medical advice, individuals can gradually reclaim balance. The discussion unfolds into practical advice for individuals and organizations alike. Meico emphasizes simplicity, urging listeners to distill action plans down to what fits on an index card. He encourages a mindful, step-by-step approach, fostering a culture of grace and compassion toward oneself and others. In the end, the fast-paced discussion will leave you with a profound insight: preventing burnout requires a shift in mindset and action. It's about honoring our well-being while still making a meaningful impact.  For more wisdom from Meico Whitlock and to explore his book, visit mindfultechie.com and find "When Work Doesn't Love You Back" on Amazon. Embrace well-being as an integral part of your mission-driven life.Watch on Video!Follow us on the Twitter: @Nonprofit_ShowSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

Do you have visions of waking up without fear? Without the terror of a backlog of emails queued up and demanding your immediate response… or the latest batch of social media updates from people you don't even know that well clamoring for your attention?Meico Marquette Whitlock has been there. He used to be like you. He was on the utter brink of burnout from work and tech overload. But several years ago, Meico had a breakthrough - and he shares what he's learned along the way with us in this insightful episode. Meico is the Founder and CEO of Mindful Techie and a sought-after speaker and trainer on mindfulness, technology, and productivity. Speaking with him gave me some great ideas to use to get control of my own work-life and tech-life balance (yikes), as well as take a hard look at my digital activities (double yikes). Here are some of the topics we discussed: The process that he used to encourage more calm and mindfulness with his team at a nonprofitHow to reclaim our lives from email, social media, devices and live life on our own termsWhat people usually get wrong when thinking of work-life-tech "balance"Meico's new book Intention Deficit DisorderA Meico Whitlock quotable: "You can do it all and have it all - just not at the same time."Connect with Meico:http://mindfultechie.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/meicowhitlock/https://www.instagram.com/amindfultechie/ One of my favorite posts by Meico: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/mindful-leadership-trying-times-meico-marquette-whitlock-he-him-/ The Intention PlannerDo me a favor? Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts (or your podcast player of choice) - it helps this podcast get seen by more people that would enjoy it!About Julia Campbell, the host of the Nonprofit Nation podcast:Named as a top thought leader by Forbes and BizTech Magazine, Julia Campbell (she/hers) is an author, coach, and speaker on a mission to make the digital world a better place. She wrote her book, Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits, as a roadmap for social change agents who want to build movements using engaging digital storytelling techniques. Her second book, How to Build and Mobilize a Social Media Community for Your Nonprofit, was published in 2020 as a call-to-arms for mission-driven organizations to use the power of social media to build movements. Julia's online courses, webinars, and talks have helped hundreds of nonprofits make the shift to digital thinking and raise more money online. Clients include GoFundMe Charity, Meals on Wheels America, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. 

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We already relied on technology to communicate before the pandemic, but over the past year we've become even more dependent on video and digital communications to live and work. So, how can you make use of the tech you need to navigate the world without succumbing to burnout? Today's episode features mindfulness expert Meico Marquette Whitlock in an excerpt from the sgENGAGE Rethinking Change webinar series. Listen in to hear Meico explains how distractions impact us and how to make space for mindfulness and intentionality to avoid burnout.   Topics Discussed in This Episode: How distractions impact our lives Spending mental energy bridging the technology gap The effects of trying to do multiple things at once How the time you're spending online has changed Why slowing down helps Mindfully engaging with devices Reclaiming our lives   Resources: Meico Marquette Whitlock The Mindful Techie 7 Steps for Mastering the Art of Work/Life Balance in a Digital World Starter Kit Webinar: Why Technology is Ruining Your Love Life (And What You Can Do About It) Rethinking Change webinar series Working in a Changing World eBook   Quotes:  “It's not lost on me that it's not your first or your last perhaps of conversations mediated by video like what we're having today.” “The science tells us that it is physically impossible to do multiple things simultaneously.” “One of the first things that slowing down allows us to do is it allows us to get clear about our aim or our intention.”

Welcome back already!  yes it is an onslaught on content this month. we back talking Meico, New Mexico as well as Infused food and everything in-between. Join us as Co host Damian Abraham and I talk all things adult use as it is quickly coming online across the world.This Episode we interview the man behind 3 Saffron a NJ based members only infused dinner club, John Parga Torres

2020 was supposed to be a great year!  The "ROARING 20s!"  and yet here we are with nothing that we anticipated, and a lot that we never expected.  Is it too late to make a goal comeback in the second half of the year?  My guest Meico Whitlock doesn't think so!  Meico takes us through some strategies to rediscover our purpose and recalibrate so we can experience success in a year where no success is expected.  He's an inspiring guy and I know you'll love this episode!

If you love the Amerikan Therapy Podcast send us a text and join us on the couch. Text us at +1 (202) 800-2355 and let us know what topics you want us to cover. Be ready because we might ask you to be a guest on the show. If you have heard the words mindfulness and meditation, but have no clue how these two practices might be beneficial for your mental wellness, then this is the episode for you. We sit down with two mindful living experts to learn some new coping mechanisms and skills. The Amerikan Therapy team is joined by Meico Whitlock, the Mindful Techie, and Wendi Cherry, author of From Jersey To Me, The Awakening and Healing of a Goddess. Meico Whitlock (Meko - Mar Kwet - Wit Lock) is a speaker and trainer on mindfulness, technology, and productivity. Meico is the founder and CEO of Mindful Techie, an organization that—through talks, workshops, and coaching—helps purpose-driven high achievers and organizations have an impact without burning out and being distracted by technology. Meico helps busy professionals and organizations integrate purpose, intention, and mindfulness into their day-to-day work in order to increase employee satisfaction, productivity, and work-life balance. He is the creator of the Intention Planner and has been a featured speaker on ABC News, Fox 5, Radio One, and on the main stage at events such as the Nonprofit Technology Conference. Link: http://mindfultechie.comWendi Cherry came to the realization that she was born with all of her Goddess powers already within. She changed her diet, mindset, and career and that’s when the revolution began. A Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, producer and host of The Sanctuary Radio Show on DCRadio.gov. Wendi has been featured on 89.3-WPFW, 93.9-WKYSFM, 96.3-WHUR and is a contributing writer for the AARP Sisters Newsletter. She released her interactive memoir From Jersey to Me: The Awakening & Healing of a Goddess in 2019. When she’s not hanging out in nature with her teenage daughter, exploring the world, or bobbin’ her head to some Golden Era hip hop, you can find her living her passion, educating, empowering, and inspiring melanated people to unapologetically transform into their most authentic and healthy selves by tapping into the God and Goddess within. Wendi received her training from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, where she received in-depth instruction in nutrition, health and wellness, coaching skills, and business development. Her full-service, holistic life-coaching revolution, The Goddess Awakening & Healing Sanctuary, LLC, focuses on nutrition, emotional, spiritual and physical wellness, personal and professional relationships, self-love, finances and more.Link: https://wendicherry.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/AMERIKANTHERAPY)

  What is your life mission? What is your life vision? Why is mission and vision so important? As our guest says, it’s the key to why we should be showing up. Meico Whitlock specializes in helping purpose driven high achieving professionals find work life balance and carve out a life of meaning. He works with clients on finding balance, eliminating technology distraction and developing personal mission and vision. In his experience, so many professionals are clear on the mission of the organization or clients they’re serving, but they are unclear on their own life personal missions. Why is that? For one, Meico says, most of us are suffering from a case of IDD - Intention Deficit Disorder: we’re on autopilot going through life without clear intention of why we’re showing up in the world. When you lack intention, it’s easy to accept whatever “falls into your lap” - both personally and professionally. So the price is high. Meico shares a list powerful questions that help get closer to our personal mission and purpose. I found his questions to be thought-provoking and powerful. 1. How can I be of service 2. If you knew that you couldn’t fail, what would you be doing with your life? Take Advantage of Meico’s Resources: Meico’s website - Mindful Techie Download the Free Life Planning Guide Life Visioning Program Reboot Your Life Course Meico's Planner - The Intention Planner   What I’m reading and listening to this week Employers Need to Address Caregiving Crisis Study Finds - WSJ 19 Books to Help You Live Your Best Life - Kailei Carr Clean up your social media profile and use it to your advantage - WUSA 4 Smart Strategies to Survive a Market Cool-Off - Inc If Your Friends Don’t Talk About Money , You Need New Friends - Business Insider   As mentioned in the episode Learn more and apply for Package Your Genius Academy - Apply Here Package Your Genius: 5 Steps to Build Your Most Powerful Personal Brand is available on Amazon - My Personal Branding Book Package Your Genius Personal Branding Companion Workbook is available on Amazon - My Personal Branding Workbook  

Meico Marquette Whitlock, Founder and CEO of Mindful Techie, is a speaker and trainer on mindfulness, technology, and productivity. Mindful Techie is an organization focused on helping purpose-driven professionals and organizations boost their personal and professional effectiveness and increase productivity and work-­life balance in a digital world. Through talks, workshops, and trainings, Mindful Techie helps purpose-driven professionals and organizations integrate purpose, intention, and mindfulness into their day-to-day work in order to increase employee satisfaction, productivity, and work-­life balance, and more effectively advance organizational missions and priorities. Meico has served the non-profit and public sectors for nearly two decades by connecting people, information, and technology in ways that promote wellness and lasting social good. He is based in the Washington, D.C. area and travels domestically and internationally.On each episode of the Technology For Mindfulness Podcast, Robert Plotkin, co-creator of the “Hack Your Mind” series at MIT, explores the intersection between the practice of mindfulness & the use of technology in the modern age. Show notes can be found at TechnologyForMindfulness.com/. Come back often & feel free to subscribe in iTunes or add the Technology For Mindfulness Podcast to your favorite podcast application.Follow us on:https://Twitter.com/TechForMindfulhttps://Facebook.com/TechnologyForMindfulnessSubscribe to the Technology For Mindfulness Podcast via:iTunes: apple.co/2opAqpnStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/robert-plotkin/technology-for-mindfulnessTuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Technology-Podcasts/Technology-For-Mindfulness-p963257/YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCadmsqRjuiilNT5bwHFHDfQRSS: https://feeds.feedburner.com/TechnologyForMindfulnessMusic courtesy of Tobu - Colors [NCS Release]youtu.be/MEJCwccKWG0www.7obu.com@7obuwww.facebook.com/tobuofficialwww.twitter.com/tobuofficialwww.youtube.com/tobuofficial See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kimi Walker's guest on this episode of the Early Accountability podcast is Meico Whittlock, founder and CEO of the Mindful Techie, an organization that helps high-achievers reclaim their time and refocus on their life purpose. Meico uses his experiences on the brink of burnout to coach individuals and organizations on the topics of reducing digital distractions, reclaiming work/life balance, and refocusing on their purpose or mission in life. Meico identifies two key tools in this shift in perspective: (1) deciding to live in a way that will fulfill your own life purpose, rather than in reaction to other people’s priorities, and (2) a very helpful Gmail tool that helps you spend less time in your inbox. It is easy to view your inbox and your calendar full of meetings as someone else’s to-do list for you, but Meico recommends shifting your mindset when an email comes in so that you see it as a way to fulfill your purpose rather than someone else’s. In Gmail, Meico uses the “when inbox ready” plugin that allows you to hide your inbox until you are ready to see it and then it provides you with metrics about how long and how many times you access your inbox over a specified timeframe. The three life-changing questions that Meico wants us to ask ourselves are: (1) What am I grateful for? (2) What would I do if I knew that I couldn’t fail? (3) What will people say about me after I die? The answers to these questions can either affirm that we are on the right path or alert us that we have strayed from our life purpose and we need to evaluate our vision and priorities. The items that we put on our calendars are the items that take precedence over everything else, so be sure to schedule time for what is important to you. Topics Covered in this Episode: • Meico’s tools for focusing on your life’s purpose • The three key questions to ask yourself about your life’s purpose • How to still be able to spend time on social media without feeling guilty • Multitasking is a myth

Today's episode of Voices of Mindfulness features Meico Whitlock, a digital communications consultant from Washington DC.  He tells us where he finds meaning in life through connection.  Pete tells us why he admires his dog.  This episode ends with a great conversation about how social media can become mindful media. Thanks Meico for sitting down with us!  Sorry about butchering your name!!!