Podcasts about Squiggle

What makes you trust someone enough to hand them your business? It's rarely a cold pitch or a clever ad. It's a relationship. The feeling that you already know someone, that you've heard them think out loud, that you understand how they see the world. But how do you build that at scale without personally getting on a thousand calls?That's exactly what Guillaume Jouvencel figured out and it led him to launching a podcast agency. In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Guillaume shares the non-linear path that brought him here, and why podcasts have become the most powerful trust-building tool for high-ticket service firms that most people are underusing.Guillaume breaks down how he helps companies stop chasing vanity metrics and start showing up in front of their actual ideal clients.If you've ever thought about if a podcast could actually move the needle for your business (or your career), this conversation will change how you think about it.

What do you learn when you face cancer, not once but twice?Savio P. Clemente has done it and came out the other side to share the squiggly lessons we all need. This episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Ashleigh speak with keynote and TEDx speaker, board-certified wellness coach, journalist, and two-time cancer survivor Savio P. Clemente about pressure and post-crisis leadership.Savio recounts being diagnosed in 2014 with stage three non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, undergoing six rounds of R-CHOP, and being cancer-free for a decade before a relapse. His experience fighting cancer tought him the importance of integrative healing, compassion, and the power of silence and stillness.

Whether you left the workforce by choice or the decision was made for you, knowing what to actually do next is a whole different challenge. In this episode, we're doing something a little different. Instead of hearing about a squiggle in hindsight, we're in it with Renee Ketels in real time.Renee spent years as a Senior Manager of Design Communications at General Motors before stepping away to raise her kids. Now she's ready for her next chapter — and she's targeting a move into philanthropy and nonprofits focused on women, family, and education. She's networking, doing informational interviews, joining groups, volunteering with United Way. She's doing everything right. So why does the next step still feel unclear?Colleen and Ashleigh sit down with Renee to map out the actual next moves. If you've been out of the job market for a few years (or more), this episode is the honest conversation you didn't know you needed. If you're job hunting, career pivoting, or trying to figure out what comes after the pause — this one's for you.About Renee Ketels Renee is a former Senior Manager of Design Communications at General Motors, now navigating her return to the workforce with a focus on philanthropy and nonprofits in the women, family, and education space.Connect with Renee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneeketels/Work with Maxady Ready to take your next career step? Maxady helps you find the role that actually fits — your skills, your life, your squiggle.Connect with Your HostsColleen DelVecchio → LinkedInAshleigh Beadle → LinkedInSubscribe & Leave a Review If this episode resonated, please leave us a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it. It helps more people find the show.

This one opened my heart wide open, and I cried with a friend straight after recording it. Chelsea Horton is a somatic coach, educator, and founder of Healing Embodied, where she trains wellness professionals to integrate somatics, creativity, and emotional healing into their work. A former worship leader with a master's in Dance and Movement Therapy, Chelsea went from the most devoted Christian you'd ever meet, engaged to her gay best friend for Jesus, to building a life and practice rooted entirely in embodied truth. Together we explore religious trauma, good girl programming, what embodiment actually means in daily life, and why your emotions are not a problem to solve but raw material for creation. Connect with Chelsea:www.healingembodied.com/connecthttps://www.instagram.com/healing.embodiedWORK WITH ME 1:1:❥Softening into self- 3 month 1:1 with Whats App Support:https://marina-yt.mykajabi.com/offers/PAWQhZHu❥❥1:1 Coaching with me: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWcZM5s9c2OjOLwoGMI5jE6rh_JAzjN2d_vCtuVe7e3pVGxw/viewformDOWNLOAD FOR FREE:Stay or Go: 5 Clarity Questions to Reconnect with Your Inner Knowing: https://marinayt.com/stay-or-go-guideAttatchment Practice: Discover the actual blocks beneath the surface so you can actually have the deep intimacy you crave: https://marinayt.com/attachment-practice Connect & Ground: 10 Incredible Somatic Practices for Nervous System Regulation: https://marinayt.com/connect-and-groundAlive & Aligned: 7 Embodiment Practices For Self Connection: https://marinayt.com/alive-and-alignedTrigger to Rooted: A step by step process of working with your triggers: https://marinayt.com/trigger-2-rooted VIEW MY COURSES & RESOURCES:https://marinayt.com/resources CONNECT WITH  ME:Follow me on Instagram:⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/marina.y.t⁠⁠ Subscribe to YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@marinatriner Top Episode Quotes:"Embodiment is when you live, breathe, become the thing — instead of just knowing it conceptually. It's not a switch you turn on. Your body has to learn a new way of being." — Chelsea Horton"Sometimes what's familiar sucks. Sometimes what's familiar is harming you. But because it feels predictable, it feels safe. That's not embodied safety — that's familiar safety." — Chelsea Horton"The reason people end up in a psych hospital is because the one thing they didn't have enough of was being loved. That is our most fundamental human need." — Chelsea Horton"Your emotions are not a problem to solve. They're an energy with which you can create. Suddenly you become a choreographer of life." — Chelsea Horton"You're sitting on top of a treasure chest and you've never opened it. And what's inside? Your expression. Yourself. Your life. You finally get you back." — Chelsea Hortonreligious trauma healing, embodiment, somatic healing, good girl programming, shame healing, nervous system regulation, inner child healing, creative expression, trauma informed healing, emotional processing, dance movement therapy, familiar safety, embodied safety, deconstruction, people pleasing, deep within podcast, Chelsea Horton, Marina Triner, healing embodied, somatic coaching 

What if the career you never planned for turned out to be exactly the one you were meant to have? And what if the teens in your life — the ones navigating big decisions about their futures — can actually teach you everything you need to know about squiggly careers?We've all had moments where the path we're on suddenly stops making sense. Where the bravest thing we can do is admit it and change course. That's exactly what Kristen Peters-Peterson did, more than once, before finding work that truly aligned with her purpose.In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Ashleigh sit down with Kristen Peterson, founder of AWren Advisors, an educational consulting practice supporting teens, families, and schools through some of the most pivotal decisions of adolescence. Kristen's career journey — from aspiring wildlife vet to cultural anthropology student to ESPN to boarding school educator to entrepreneur — is an epic squiggle that will resonate with every squiggler listening.Website: http://www.awrenadvisors.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/awrenadvisors/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/AWren-Advisors-LLC/61574810956686/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-h-peterson/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/awren-advisorsBooks & Resources Mentioned

Your brand photos might be the most vulnerable thing you'll ever do for your business. And that's exactly the point.Most women entrepreneurs are walking around with headshots that no longer reflect who they are but images that show who they were three pivots ago. But your photos aren't just marketing assets. They're a signal to the world about who you're becoming, and they have the power to accelerate opportunities before you even open your mouth.In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Ashleigh sit down with Heike Delmore, personal branding photographer and educator, who helps women entrepreneurs translate their evolving identity into images that actually reflect where they're headed. With a background in international advertising (MasterCard, GM) and a deep study of human behavior and psychology, Heike brings a uniquely intentional approach to the camera.Heike Delmore is the founder of Delmore Personal Brand Photography. She helps women entrepreneurs capture not just where they are, but who they are becoming — combining her background in international advertising and psychology to coach clients through the vulnerability of being seen and translate their evolving identity into powerful visual stories.Website: http://delmorephotography.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heikedelmore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heike-delmore-personal-branding-photographer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heikedelmorecoaching/Books & Resources Mentioned

Show Notes/Brief Summary/Blog Post:Holly Britton, founder of Squiggle Squad, discusses the importance of handwriting as a foundational skill for children's learning, its connection to cognitive development, and practical strategies for effective handwriting instruction.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Handwriting Challenges03:06 Rethinking Handwriting as a Tool05:48 The Cognitive vs. Mechanical Aspects of Writing08:39 The Importance of Handwriting in Education11:33 Squiggle Squad: A New Approach to Handwriting14:21 Developmentally Appropriate Handwriting Instruction17:12 The Progression of Handwriting Skills19:57 Addressing Learning Differences in Handwriting19:59 The Importance of Early Handwriting Instruction23:37 Group vs. Individual Instruction in Handwriting26:42 Connecting Handwriting with Thought Expression28:39 The Neurological Connection of Handwriting33:15 Resources for Handwriting Instruction36:34 The Impact of Technology on Writing Skills38:33 Hope for the Future of Handwriting Education41:13 We Have Hope Kim Outro.mp3Episode Highlights:The importance of handwriting as a tool for thoughtMotor skills development and age-appropriate instructionThe systemic issues in handwriting education and teacher trainingThe science behind handwriting and cognitive developmentQuotes:"If your hand can't flow, your thoughts can't.""Handwriting is the base unit for writing.""Writing your thoughts out is incredibly powerful."More on Holly Britton and Squiggle Squad:Squiggle Squad Website - https://squigglesquad.comHolly's Substack on Science of Handwriting - https://hollyonsgood.substack.comMore on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode:Visit Our Show Notes Page HERE!Questions? Email Us! kim@loveyourschool.org www.loveyourschool.orgVisit our Facebook HERE!Visit our Instagram HERE!This show has been produced by Love Your School WV.

Entrepreneurship is not for everyone. But for some, its exactly the place you need to be.For over 18 years, Kelly Rochelle Thadison ran Simply Divine Beauty Lounge, learning the hard lessons of entrepreneurship firsthand — cash flow, financial planning, and what it really costs to keep a dream alive. If you're an entrepreneur (or just curious about what it takes), this episode will scratch that itch and leave you with lessons to institute in your business. In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Jen sit down with Kelly, speaker, author, and founder of The Kelly Rochelle Experience. Kelly shares the raw, honest story of building a business from the ground up, hitting her lowest points, and choosing growth anyways. Kelly Rochelle Thadison is a speaker, author, and business leader with over 30 years of experience as an entrepreneur and community leader. She is the founder of The Kelly Rochelle Experience, a platform rooted in personal development, wellness, and leadership. Her self-published book, Becoming After the Breaking, is a testament to her journey of resilience and reinvention.Follow Kelly: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekellyrochelle/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-thadison21Becoming After Breaking Book Launch on May 31 in Western Massachusetts: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/becoming-after-the-breaking-tickets-1986717106346?aff=oddtdtcreator

Stuck in an unhappy career? Wondering if your side gig could become something bigger?Many professionals stay in jobs that drain them because the leap into something new feels too risky. But sometimes toxic workplaces, mean bosses, and being undervalued become the very push needed to create change.In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen welcomes Meghan Rothschild, President of Chikmedia, a full-service marketing and PR firm focused on women entrepreneurs and nonprofits.Meghan shares her squiggly career path—from navigating toxic workplaces, sexual harassment, and not being taken seriously, to turning a long-running side hustle into a successful full-time business.If you've ever questioned whether to stay, speak up, or start over, this episode will help you think differently about change.About Meghan RothschildMeghan Rothschild is the President of Chikmedia, a marketing and PR agency supporting women entrepreneurs and nonprofits. She is a business owner, advocate, and speaker known for helping others communicate boldly and build brands with purpose.Follow Her on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghanrothschild/Website: https://www.meghanrothschild.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outwithmeghan/

What if the thing holding your career back… isn't your ambition but your energy?In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Jen dive into a topic every high-achiever needs but often ignores: sleep, energy, and sustainable performance.They're joined by Tanessa Shears, a sleep and performance specialist who has spent over a decade helping entrepreneurs and leaders eliminate brain fog, prevent burnout, and build the physical and cognitive capacity to perform at a high level without running themselves into the ground.But this conversation goes beyond optimization.After reaching financial independence at 35, Tanessa stepped away from her business and spent 18 months traveling the world with her family. She returned not just rested—but with a completely reset nervous system, a new perspective on hustle culture, and clarity on what sustainable success actually looks like.We unpack why so many ambitious professionals are unknowingly burning themselves out, how to recognize the early warning signs (even when everything looks “fine” on the outside), and what small shifts can dramatically improve your energy, focus, and long-term performance.If you've been feeling constantly tired, stuck in brain fog, or questioning whether success has to come at the cost of your wellbeing—this episode is your permission to do things differently.In this episode, you'll learn:Why high-achievers are especially prone to burnout (and how to spot it early)What's actually happening in your body when you experience brain fogThe hidden cost of hustle culture—and why it stops workingWhat a “reset nervous system” really feels like in real lifeSimple, science-backed habits to improve your sleep, energy, and focusHow to sustain high performance without sacrificing your healthConnect with Tanessa:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanessashears/Follow her on Substack: https://imbecomingresilient.substack.com/

What actually counts as an “untraditional” career?At Embrace the Squiggle, that definition is constantly evolving—and this episode is proof that there's no one way to build a meaningful career.This week, Colleen and Ashleigh sit down with Shawn Thornton, founder and CEO of SmartBiz IT, to explore what it really looks like to follow a non-linear path fueled by intrinsic motivation and continuous learning.Shawn's career isn't built on a rigid plan—it's driven by curiosity, growth, and a mindset he describes as simply being “wired this way.” That internal drive has shaped his journey into entrepreneurship and continues to influence how he leads and scales his business today.From navigating career moves to launching SmartBiz IT, Shawn shares honest insights into what it takes to build something from the ground up—and why being naturally motivated to learn might be one of the most powerful (and underrated) career advantages.Whether you're considering entrepreneurship, pivoting careers, or questioning the traditional path, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on what it means to grow on your own terms.In this episode, you'll learn:What defines an “untraditional” or squiggly career pathHow intrinsic motivation can shape long-term career successWhy continuous learning is a key driver for entrepreneursThe realities of starting and running a businessHow to navigate career growth without a linear planAbout Shawn & SmartBiz IT:Shawn Thornton is the founder and CEO of SmartBiz IT https://www.smartbizit.com/  where he helps companies navigate complex challenges like SOC 2 and HIPAA readiness, enterprise security reviews, and cloud modernization. His work sits at the intersection of technology, security, and business growth—helping organizations scale with confidence.

What if the key to your next career move… isn't doing more—but doing less?In this episode, Colleen and Ashleigh sit down with Subtraction Activist Nell Derick Debevoise Dewey (aka Nell 3D) to unpack a powerful (and often overlooked) career strategy: systematic subtraction.If you're a high-achieving woman feeling stretched thin, stuck in a career pivot, or questioning why working harder isn't paying off—this conversation will hit home.Nell shares how ambitious professionals fall into the trap of overcommitment and diminishing returns—and how learning to subtract can help you reclaim your time, energy, and impact. Her framework, Systematic Subtraction, helps leaders and career pivoters step back, identify what's draining them, and redesign their work so their efforts actually compound instead of burn them out.If you've ever thought, “I'm doing everything right… so why does it feel so wrong?”—this is your sign to start subtracting.In this episode, you'll learn: Why doing more can actually stall your career growth  How to identify what's draining vs. driving your energy  A practical framework for “systematic subtraction”  How to create more impact by doing less  Mindset shifts for women navigating career pivots Connect with Nell 3D:

What if one person believing in you early could completely change your career path?In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Ashleigh sit down with Cindy Darnell, Director of Operational Excellence for the Americas at Element, to unpack the power of sponsorship, career growth, and saying yes before you feel ready.Cindy's career journey didn't follow a straight line. Starting as an executive assistant at just 19, she navigated career uncertainty, stepped into customer service leadership roles, and ultimately pivoted into Operational Excellence (OpEx) after volunteering as a 5S site champion—a decision that reshaped her entire trajectory.A defining moment? Early in her career, a leader pulled her into executive-level conversations, giving her visibility, confidence, and access most people at her level never get. That experience became the foundation for how Cindy leads today—and how she actively creates opportunities for others.This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating career obstacles, looking for alignment, or trying to grow within a company without a “perfect” plan.Connect with Cindy on Linkedin

Why is a "linear" career path becoming a thing of the past? Join Giulia Ghibellini and Professor Amanda Kirby as they share how personal challenges with neurodiversity transformed their professional missions. Discover why the most impactful leaders aren't the ones who avoided struggles, but the ones who harnessed them to build more inclusive industries. This podcast is not available for CME/CE/CPD credits. Please visit the Medscape homepage for accredited CME/CE/CPD activities.

What happens when leadership stops being about authority and starts being about humanity?In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Jennifer talk with executive leader, bestselling author, and keynote speaker Victoria Pelletier about the mindset shifts that shaped her unconventional career path.Nicknamed the “Turnaround Queen” and the “CEO Whisperer,” Victoria built a career helping organizations navigate change, rebuild culture, and drive growth. But her leadership philosophy didn't start that way. Early in her career, she led with a command-and-control style she jokingly calls the “Iron Maiden” phase, before realizing that real leadership comes from empathy, trust, and authenticity.Whether you're facing burnout, workplace culture challenges, or navigating a squiggly career path, this episode offers practical insights into building trust, leading through change, and finding alignment in your professional journey.Connect with VictoriaWebsite: https://victoria-pelletier.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriapelletier/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoria_pelletier_unstoppableYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@VictoriaPelletierUnstoppable

In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Ashleigh speak with Madison Tevlin — award-winning advocate, keynote speaker, actor, and host of the 21 Questions podcast — to talk about building a life that aligns with who you really are.Madison's squiggly career path began early. At just 13 years old, she went viral on YouTube after posting a cover of a John Legend song. But as Madison shares, going viral was only the beginning of a much deeper journey through career uncertainty, public expectations, and finding personal alignment.Madison's on-screen work includes Mr. D, hosting Who Do You Think I Am, and a standout role in Champions alongside Woody Harrelson. She made history as the first person with Down syndrome nominated for Best Host at the Canadian Screen Awards, where she also hosted the red carpet.Whether you're navigating an unhappy career, questioning your professional identity, or trying to find your place in a world of flexible careers, Madison's story offers an inspiring reminder that success rarely follows a straight line.Connect with Madison:LinkedInwww.linkedin.com/in/madison-tevlin-b28138351Websitehttp://madisontevlin.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/madisontevlin/TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@madisontevlin?lang=en

Everyone says to follow you passion, but what if you're passionate about cupcakes and walking? It's only half of the equation to a fulfilling career and life so we need to discuss the other half. This episode of Embrace the Squiggle explore the passion equation with Paul Comfort who is a longtime transportation leader and media creator. We discuss his upcoming book ‘Find Your X Factor' which helps high performers escape impressive BUT draining careers. Comfort shares a 30+ year path that began after “meeting a guy,” spanning public and private sector transit leadership, county CEO roles in Maryland, and retiring as CEO of Baltimore's MTA before focusing on communication through his Transit Unplugged podcast (nearing 400 episodes in!). Connect with Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulcomfort/https://www.instagram.com/paulwcomfort/http://www.youtube.com/@transitunpluggedFreebie assessment: https://findyourxfactor.ai/

There's a quiet moment after you become a mum where you realise your life will never look the same again and neither will your career. In this Motherkind Moment, Zoe Blaskey is joined by Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis, co-founders of Squiggly Careers, bestselling authors, and two of the UK's leading voices on modern careers, learning and development. Together, they explore the reality so many mothers quietly hold: how becoming a parent doesn't switch off your drive – but it does force you to make sense of it. They talk about the idea of a squiggly career, and why motherhood often accelerates that squiggle. There's a clear before and after when you become a mum, and suddenly your life, priorities and decisions can't look the same as they did before. But that doesn't mean you stop wanting to grow, achieve, or do meaningful work. This Moment speaks directly to the judgment many working mothers experience – the head tilt, the comments, the unspoken assumptions about what you should want after having children. Zoe, Helen and Sarah talk honestly about returning to work by choice, feeling judged for it, and learning to make intentional decisions that work for you, even when they look different to everyone else's. At the heart of the conversation is the power of values, not as a buzzword, but as a practical filter for navigating motherhood, work and identity. When you know what truly drives you, you can make choices with more confidence and less guilt, even in a season that's noisy, exhausting and full of comparison. This Moment is a reminder that there is no one right way to do motherhood or ambition, only what works for you. In this Moment, they explore: Why motherhood often makes careers feel more “squiggly” How ambition can stay alive after becoming a mother Using values to make confident, intentional decisions If you've ever felt judged for what you want after having children or are unsure how to honour both your ambition and your family, this Moment is for you. If you liked this moment, listen to the full episode: Success Isn't Linear: 5 steps to Finally Start Defining Your Own Path with The Squiggly Career Experts Remember to subscribe to Motherkind — it helps more mothers find the show and keeps our community growing. Feeling different since becoming a mother? Get clarity on who you're becoming now and download your FREE Matrescence Cheat Sheet Connect with Zoe: Follow Zoe on Instagram  Get Zoe's Sunday Times bestselling book, 'Motherkind: A New Way to Thrive in a World of Endless Expectations' This Motherkind episode is sponsored by: Headline sponsor Wild Nutrition, the brand raising the bar for women's supplements. Want to feel the Food-Grown difference yourself? Get 50% off for three months at wildnutrition.com/motherkind. Ts and Cs apply. For a £100 sponsored job credit, visit Indeed.com/ Motherkind Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the Embrace the Squiggle family, Ashleigh!Ashleigh Beadle joins Colleen as the new co-host of Embrace the Squiggle. Ashleigh shares her squiggly career path through often male-dominated fields. She discusses the mentorship and coaching she received that changed her career. And we dig into Sage & Saunter her new business with a focus on helping small to mid-sized business owners scale or sell by optimizing for value and also supporting buyers- especially for MSPs.Join ETS Book Club for Atomic Habits, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/3EK-BGfBRHehD2jW2bApHQ#/Need accountability in your goals? Join the Squiggle Huddle with Colleen.Learn more and Register here: https://www.maxady.com/workshops/p/the-squiggle-huddle-monthly-accountability-for-2026-goalsIf you want to be a guest on Embrace the Squiggle? Apply hereCheck out Sage & Saunter for MSP and IT Services that adds value, reduces risk, and prepares you for growth: https://sage-saunter.comStay in Touch with Your Hosts:Colleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/comara/Ashleigh on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleigh-beadle/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more conversations that transform career complexity into your competitive advantage!

We have a very special episode to say au revoir to our co-host Kristine! We have been blessed with her voice on this podcast, so we decided to dig into the biggest lessons she learned hosting Embrace the Squiggle!Need accountability on your goals? The Squiggle Huddle is a monthly accountability cohort designed for people who care deeply about their goals—but don't want to chase them alone. Each month, we meet on Zoom to reflect on progress, troubleshoot what got in the way, and identify 3–5 realistic actions to focus on next. Join here: Squiggle Huddles  (PSSST we are almost SOLD OUT so get your spot ASAP if you want real accountability this year) Looking to finally finish all those business books you never get around to? Join: Embrace the Squiggle Book Club

A lot of interviewing isn't about your answers, its actually about how you listen. And luckily your listening skills are not static, they can be improved! This episode digs into how to improve your listening and apply this to your job squiggle. Speaking of squiggling, Embrace the Squiggle is squiggling and introducing a new co-host: Jen Pasquale! In this episode, we are exploring her squiggle and digging into Mentorship vs Sponsorship and using your listening intelligence.Jen is a culture consultant, strengths nerd, and energetic facilitator with 20+ years in training and development. As a Certified CliftonStrengths Coach and Master Certified Professional Coach, Jen uses her corporate training, change management, and psychology background to support her clients. She loves helping individuals discover and lean into their potential while assisting teams in building a culture of curiosity, connection, and collaboration. Jen lives in Northern Virginia with her husband of 18 years, their two high schoolers, and two ginger tabby cats.Connect with Jen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-pasquale/https://www.leadwithcuriosity.co/Looking for accountability? The Squiggle Huddle is a monthly accountability cohort designed for people who care deeply about their goals—but don't want to chase them alone. Join a Huddle with Colleen! Stay in Touch with Your Hosts:Colleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/comara/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more conversations that transform career complexity into your competitive advantage!

How do you know what to do for your next squiggle if your don't understand your strengths and weaknesses? That's where human design comes in.Mel McSherry helps people understand how they are designed to work through a tool called Human Design. Colleen and Kristine dive into Mel's non-linear career journey from aspiring performer to fitness industry entrepreneur, and finally to business coaching with a focus on human design.Mel discusses the profound impact human design has on understanding personal energy management, decision-making, and aligning actions with one's true self.Connect with Mel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melmcsherry/Learn more about Mel: https://www.melmcsherry.com/Join us for to Embrace Your 2026 Squiggle: https://www.maxady.com/workshopsDesign your Year with Kristine in Vancouver: https://www.kristinethody.com/store-2/p/basic-package-9h48kStay in Touch with Your Hosts:Colleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/comara/Kristine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinethody/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more conversations that transform career complexity into your competitive advantage!

Ever had an issue that could be solved by a product, but no product exists? Well, thats exactly what happened to Carrie except she took it on an a problem to solve with a business!Carrie shares her tips on going from initial idea to launching a business. So if you have ever wanted to start a business, or already have an fine tuning your skills, this is a perfect listen!While training for the NYC Marathon in 2007, many people shared the complaint that they needed to wash their hair in the shower after every sweaty run. After more than a decade of searching the market for a solution and coming up empty, they finally started calling labs to help them create the product that was missing from their get ready routine, and SWAIR was born.Connect with Carrie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carriesporerBuy a bottle of SWAIR! https://www.swairhair.com/Join us for to Embrace Your 2026 Squiggle: https://www.maxady.com/workshopsDesign your Year with Kristine in Vancouver: https://www.kristinethody.com/store-2/p/basic-package-9h48kStay in Touch with Your Hosts:Colleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/comara/Kristine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinethody/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more conversations that transform career complexity into your competitive advantage!

The new year doesn't have to mean change. It can mean maintenance or shedding. But for Embrace the Squiggle, of course it means squiggling.This year you'll notice some big changes for the podcast, with the introduction of 3 new co-hosts in February. So stay tuned to hear about how and why we are squiggling!Join us for to Embrace Your 2026 Squiggle: https://www.maxady.com/workshopsStay in Touch with Your Hosts:Colleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/comara/Kristine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinethody/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more conversations that transform career complexity into your competitive advantage!

The first thing we get asked when meeting people is often: what do you do for work? But what about: what do you love to do? How do you spend your time? Who are your friends?This episode is all about defining your life outside of your squiggly career! And Jenna is the perfect person to talk to about it.Jenna Anderson is an expert on making friends in the modern age and she shares her advice on TikTok and works as a friendship coach. Jenna shares her career journey from aspiring filmmaker to a project manager, and now, a coach helping people cultivate meaningful friendships.Follow Jenna on TikTok @‌myfriendjenna https://www.tiktok.com/@myfriendjenna?_r=1&_t=ZP-92eVavPnMp5Join us for to Embrace Your 2026 Squiggle: https://www.maxady.com/workshopsStay in Touch with Your Hosts:Colleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/comara/Kristine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinethody/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more conversations that transform career complexity into your competitive advantage!

Send us a textThis episode is a rerun.Rob Donley has a deep understanding of how engineering works. Kicking off his engineering career from a young age building RC cars and model rockets, he has provided design and leadership capabilities for many companies over the years, and brings to the table not just the ability to design something, but to understand the many facets that accompany development of a new product such as manufacturing, supply chain, financial strategy, and project management. Download the Essential Guide to Designing Test Fixtures: https://pipelinemedialab.beehiiv.com/test-fixtureAbout Being An Engineer The Being An Engineer podcast is a repository for industry knowledge and a tool through which engineers learn about and connect with relevant companies, technologies, people resources, and opportunities. We feature successful mechanical engineers and interview engineers who are passionate about their work and who made a great impact on the engineering community. The Being An Engineer podcast is brought to you by Pipeline Design & Engineering. Pipeline partners with medical & other device engineering teams who need turnkey equipment such as cycle test machines, custom test fixtures, automation equipment, assembly jigs, inspection stations and more. You can find us on the web at www.teampipeline.us

In this milestone episode celebrating the 100th installment of Embrace the Squiggle, Kristine and Colleen reflect on recurring themes from hosting this podcast.Colleen shares the story of how her favorite job went to her least favorite after getting a new boss (tale as old as time). Kristine dives into how she guides clients navigating these big career decisions. And they discuss why your dream job may be very possible, you just have to ask.And from the bottom of our hearts: THANK YOU to all the squiggly listeners who have supported us these last 100 episodes.Get the Embrace the Squiggle Journal: https://feelgoodshoplocal.com/product/embrace-your-squiggle-your-journal-for-change/ or on AmazonStay in Touch with Your Hosts:Colleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/comara/Kristine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinethody/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more conversations that transform career complexity into your competitive advantage!

In episode 99 (!!) of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Kristine welcome Kristie Raymond to discuss her journey - that all started by trying a bunch of stuff out.From launching Models Inc in 90's Boston with only a 1.5 years of professional experience, Kristie shares how her childhood dreams evolved through a diverse career path. On this journey she spotted a massive gap: where's the diversity in media?Enter Humankind – Kristie's company pushing for inclusive casting that actually reflects the world we live in. Listen in for the real talk on breaking down barriers in media and why representation isn't just nice to have – it's necessary. Kristie discusses the challenges and successes in advocating for the inclusion of historically excluded groups, especially those with disabilities, in media. Tune in to hear about Kristie's inspiring squiggles and the impact of just trying stuff.Connect with Kristie Raymond: linkedin.com/in/kristieraymondHumankind: https://www.youarehumankind.com/Stay in Touch with Your Hosts:Colleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/comara/Kristine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinethody/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more conversations that transform career complexity into your competitive advantage!

He was the upside-down man who brought imagination to life — with nothing more than a pencil for a nose and a blackboard for a stage. Mr Squiggle, the beloved children's television icon, captured the hearts of generations with his wobbly lines, friendly charm, and boundless creativity.Travel back to the earliest age of Australian TV to explore how Norman Hetherington's quirky puppet became a national treasure. From his humble beginnings on ABC in 1959 to the stories the hosts' own mothers told them about the show, Mr. Jolly Squiggles (Simplified to Mr. Squiggle in later years) wasn't just a puppet — he was a teacher, an artist, and a friend to millions.Join Holly & Matthew as they uncover the legacy of Mr Squiggle and Friends, the artistry behind his creation, and the enduring magic of a character who taught Australia that a few squiggles and a bit of imagination could turn into anything at all.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-crap-in-australia--2968350/support.

Holly Britton is a handwriting instruction specialist with teaching experience in grades K through eight. She educated her own four now-adult children, has taught in private and public school classrooms, served as a curriculum director and founded Squiggle Squad, a unique approach to handwriting instruction for children, pre K to second grade.In this episode we go in depth into strategies for teaching writing, with emphasis on early transcription skills and letter formation. If you're helping kids teach writing, you'll want to take notes. For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode155.

Ever felt like motherhood was supposed to put your creative dreams on pause? This episode will flip that narrative on its head!We sat down with the remarkable Tina Games, whose career journey proves that motherhood isn't a detour from your creative path, it can be the catalyst that brings your truest work to life.What You'll Hear:How Tina transformed from aspiring actress to author, coach, and government commissioner through life's twists and turnsThe moment motherhood gave Tina permission to reimagine her career entirelyWhy women often need "permission" to pursue creative careers (and how to give it to yourself!)The power of journaling as a tool for mothers navigating identity and career transitionsThis conversation is for every woman who's wondered if her creative dreams have an expiration date (spoiler alert: they absolutely don't).

This week on Embrace the Squiggle, Casey Stevens blew us away with her candid take on mixing traditional therapy with what she calls her "witchy wisdom." From divorce to career zigzags, she kept it real about following your gut - even when life gets messy!What we love most about Casey is how she bridges science and spirituality without apology. No stuffy therapy talk here - she's all about helping people tap into their intuition and make radical transformations. If you're feeling stuck or just need a reminder to trust yourself, this episode is your sign! Casey proves you can be professional AND intuitive in a world that often makes you choose.Check her out on LinkedinCasey on InstagramWant to be a guest on Embrace the Squiggle? Apply here

Chas & Dr Dave discuss Mr Squiggle's Agent, The Kitchen Appliance Wars, and How Body Language Experts Suck WARNING: This episode of PEP may contain explicit language. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introducing: Dr Dave 2:39 - Grateful (Steinbeck, Bulldogs Storm)  10:23 - Correspondence (Rattus, Trump2028, PEP Clips) 23:23 - State Capitalism Update 40:00 - Tariff Updates 1:00:36 - Ukraine Week (Part 1) 1:53:48 - BLS/Inflation Update 2:06:59 - Ukraine Week (Part 2) 2:41:43 - Washington Police TakeOver Update [Recorded: Friday 22 August 2:20PM AEST / 12:20AM EASTERN TIME] SHOW LINKS: *Chat with the PEPpers on the Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/WxDD2PPvaW THE (UPDATED) DR DAVE BOOK CLUB MASTERLIST: John Steinbeck - Canary Row (Mentioned 2:39, Ep226) David Simon & Ed Burns - The Corner: A Year in the Life of an Inner-City Neighborhood (Mentioned 2:21:40, Ep 225) William Appleman Williams - The Tragedy of American Diplomacy (Mentioned 2:11:23, Ep 222) Mahmood Mamdani - Good Muslim, Bad Muslim (Mentioned 2:07:14, Ep 220) Carlo Rovelli - The Order Of Time (Mentioned 06:36, Ep 220) Carlo Rovelli - Reality Is Not What It Seems (Mentioned 06:36, Ep 220) Ryszard Kapuściński - Shah of Shahs (Mentioned 2:21:27, Ep 217) Ervand Abrahamian - Khomeinism (Mentioned 2:23:19, Ep 217) Anthony Seldon - Truss at 10 (Mentioned 1:36:09, Ep 215) Steven Teles - The Conservative Legal Movement (Mentioned 2:12:12, Ep 215) Amin Maalouf - The Crusades Through Arab Eyes (Mentioned 4:32, Ep 214) Geoffrey Blainey - The Causes Of War (Mentioned 43:49, Ep 198) Margaret Levi - Of Rule And Revenue (Mentioned 1:11:16, Ep 195) Margaret Levi - Consent, Dissent, and Patriotism (Mentioned 1:11:16, Ep 195) Sayaka Murata - Convenience Store Woman (Mentioned 2:14, Ep 194) Sid Meier - Sid Meier's Memoir! (Mentioned 16:30, Ep 178) David Simon & Ed Burns - The Corner (Mentioned 8:40, Ep 178) Maurice O. Wallace - King's Vibrato (Mentioned 14:26, Ep 164) Edward S. Herman and Noam Chomsky - Manufacturing Consent - (Mentioned 32:12, Ep 164) Robert Plunket - My Search For Warren Harding (Mentioned 1:49:12, Ep 158) Ian Lambot & Greg Girard - City of Darkness Revisited (Mentioned 39:25, Ep 157) Max Chafkin - The Contrarian (Mentioned 32:18, Ep 155) Claire Conner - Wrapped In The Flag (Mentioned 31:42, Ep 155) Rita Abrahamsen, Mike Williams et al - Global Right (Mentioned 31:12, Ep 155) Philip Gorski and Samuel Perry - The Flag And The Cross (Mentioned 30:49, Ep 155) Cynthia Miller-Idriss - Hate In The Homeland (Mentioned 30:10, Ep 155) Cory Doctorow & Rebecca Giblin - Chokepoint Capitalism (Mentioned 34:55, Ep 150) Elizabeth Ingleson - Made In China (Mentioned 31:50, Ep 150) John Corrigan - Religious Intolerance, America, and the World (Mentioned 1:16:18, Ep 141) Gérard Prunier - From Genocide to Continental War (Mentioned 48:18, Ep 141) Liu Cixin, - The Three Body Trilogy (Mentioned 1:11:04, Ep 136) Tilman Allert - The Hitler Salute (Mentioned 22:03, Ep 134) Philip Roth - Nemesis (Mentioned 1:56, Ep 133) Joshua Cohen - The Netanyahus Zeke Faux - Number Go Up Michael Paul Rogin - The Intellectuals and McCarthy Cathy Kramer - The Politics of Resentment Naomi Klein - Doppelganger Maria Bamford - Sure, I'll Join Your Cult Wendy Brown - States Of Injury Corey Robin. - The Reactionary Mind Patricia Lockwood - No One Is Talking About This David Cay Johnston - The Making of Donald Trump Jane Mayer - Dark Money Harry Frankfurt - On Bullshit Stephen King - The Dead Zone Elle Hardy - Beyond Belief Federico Finchelstein - From Fascism to Populism in History Robert Jervis - Why Intelligence Fails Alex Haley and Malcolm X - The Autobiography of Malcolm X Jonathan Haidt - The Righteous Mind David Graeber - Debt: The First 5000 Years Jerry L. Mashaw - Creating The American Administrative Constitution Brian Balogh - A Government Out of Sight Paul Connerton - How Societies Remember Paul Connerton - How Modernity Forgets Catherine Green and Sarah Catherine Gilbert - Vaxxers John Zaller - The Nature and Origins of Mass Opinion Matthew Karp - This Vast Southern Empire Robert Fatton - The Guise of Exceptionalism Anatol Lievin - Climate Change and the Nation State: The Realist Case James Alfred Aho - The Politics of Righteousness The substack that Dr Dave apparently plagiarises liberally from! https://luke.substack.com/ James Beverley - God's Man in the White House Jane Chi Hyun Park - Yellow Future Matthias Gardell - In The Name of Elijah Muhammad Gosta Esping-Andersen - The Three Worlds of Welfare Capitalism Suzanne Mettler - The Submerged State Brendon O'Connor - Anti-Americanism and American Exceptionalism James Morone - Hellfire Nation Nathan Kalmoe - With Ballots and Bullets Winnifred Fallers Sullivan - The Impossibility of Religious Freedom Mary L. Trump - Too Much And Never Enough Richard Cooke - Tired of Winning Jon Ronson - So You've Been Publicly Shamed Rodney Tiffen, Ross Gittins, Anika Gauja, David Smith, Brendon O'Connor - How America Compares Tony Horwitz - Confederates In the Attic Ghassan Hage - White Nation George Lakoff - Women, Fire and Dangerous Things George Lakoff - Metaphors We Live By Michelle Alexander - The New Jim Crow Alex S. Vitale - The End of Policing Dave Cullen - Parkland: Birth of a Movement Thomas Sugrue - The Origins of the Urban Crisis Rick Pearlstein - The Invisible Bridge Rick Pearlstein - Before the Storm Rick Pearlstein - Nixonland Brian Doherty - Radicals for Capitalism Leon Festinger, Henry W. Riecken, Stanley Schachter - When Prophecy Fails Nancy L. Rosenblum & Russell Muirhead - A Lot Of People Are Saying Benjamin Moffitt - The Global Rise of Populism Jon Krakauer - Missoula THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER!

What happens when a poem you write goes viral? Our guest this week knows!Kristine and Colleen speak to Jennae Cecelia who you may know as the author of the poem “I met my younger self for coffee” to discuss her squiggly path.Jennae shares how her passion for writing blossomed from her childhood and the key moment when a viral poem on TikTok brought her significant attention. Jennae has self-published 13 books – the most popular being, The Sun Will Rise and So Will We and Healing for No One But Me which have sold more than 75,000 copies combined! Her current interests as an author is to tell stories around life experiences that in the moment seem insignificant but become nostalgic as time goes on.She is now signed with Andrews McMeel, a partner of Simon & Schuster to publish her first traditionally published book, Deep In My Feels, available anywhere books are sold.Jennae has expanded into helping brands form an intimate connection with their audience. She has formed creative partnerships with Pinterest, M Fairview Health, Papier, American Eagle, and Canva - to name a few.She lives a life of simplicity centered around art! Her latest interests are pottery and thrifting – anything vintage, people-watching, and hosting themed dinner parties!Buy Jennae's book: https://www.jennaececelia.com/Want to be a guest on Embrace the Squiggle? Apply here: https://forms.gle/HFaPMwHHg9kN6RxPA

Ever wondered who's working behind the scenes to bring Embrace the Squiggle to life? This week, we flip the script and put our producer, Lili Paxton, in the spotlight!Episodes Squiggles:From editing her mom's podcast "Fraudish" to becoming a full-fledged podcast strategistHow Lili's adventurous spirit led her from the US to Spain, Australia, and finally LondonHer journey through the London School of EconomicsThe creative TikTok strategy that helped her build a vibrant community in a new cityLili's unexpected pivot toward sustainabilityJoin us for this behind-the-scenes conversation about taking risks, finding your people across continents, and embracing life's unpredictable turns. all from the person who usually edits out our awkward pauses!Connect with Lili on LinkedinListen to Packing Up & Peacing OutFollow Lili on InstagramListen to Lili's Mom's Podcast Fraudish

READ FULL SHOWNOTES ON Chat10Looks3.com Sales appears to have moved into her Tom Hardy era, navigating the man's back catalogue - good news for listeners who can't stomach any more Ryan Reynolds. For Crabb though, the man putting lead in her pencil is Mr Squiggle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered what a Chief of Staff actually does… and how to become one? This episode unveils the squiggly career moves that can lead to this powerful but often misunderstood role.What You'll Discover:How to leverage research skills from academia into business advantageThe unspoken challenges of managing teams at a young ageWhy the Chief of Staff role might be the perfect fit for "connectors" and strategic thinkersStrategic pivots between large corporations and nimble startupsDarcey Bennett shares her journey from Smith College research associate to Chief of Staff at multiple organizations including Gartner, CEB, Ellucian, and now RiskExec. Her candid insights reveal how seemingly disconnected experiences build the unique skillset needed for high-level strategic roles.Whether you're curious about the Chief of Staff career path or simply looking to make your diverse background work for you, Darcey's experience navigating fair lending analytics, higher education software, and business advisory firms offers a masterclass in strategic career development.Connect with Darcey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darceybennett/

Feeling like your diverse background is holding you back? This week's guest went from investigative journalism in Taiwan to launching an AI fashion startup—and will transform how you see your own career "detours."What You'll Learn:How to reframe past experiences as unique competitive advantagesThe confidence to make bold pivots between seemingly unrelated industriesPractical strategies for women breaking into tech leadershipAnya Cheng (Meta, eBay, McDonald's, Target) shares the counterintuitive moves that took her from reporter to founding Taelor, proving that the most interesting careers rarely follow a straight line—and yours doesn't need to either.Connect with Anya: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anyacheng/Check our Taelor: https://taelor.style/

Ever feel like your career path looks more like a game of pinball than a straight line? (Same.) In this episode, we chat with the amazing Kokui Adesokan about her squiggly journey from growing up in Togo to thriving in the U.S. aerospace and tech industries.Kokui opens up about the pivots, plot twists, and big leaps of faith that shaped her career—from studying chemical engineering to finding her groove in aerospace, and all the moments of “sure, I'll try that” in between.We dig into:How community college changed her lifeStumbling upon engineering through love of math - and how this applies to you!The power of saying yes (even when you're scared)And how giving back—through speaking, mentoring, and just showing up—can be the most fulfilling part of the journeyIf you're feeling stuck, burnt out, or unsure what comes next, this conversation will give you the pep talk and practical wisdom you didn't know you needed.Connect with Kokuihttps://www.kokuiadesokan.com/

Feeling lost in the fog of vague directives? You're not alone! In this straight-talking episode, Colleen and Kristine tackle the frustrating reality of unclear organizational goals that leave middle managers dangling.Highlights:Gallup reveals how many employees are actually working in the darkWhy unclear direction doesn't just hurt productivity—it undermines psychological safetySpecific strategies to navigate when your higher-ups can't articulate what success looks likeThe critical window for implementing changes when you've just taken a leadership roleWhether you're struggling to translate fuzzy objectives to your team or trying to impress leaders who keep moving the target, this episode delivers actionable approaches to create clarity where none exists.The squiggliest part of any career path? Often it's finding your way forward when the destination isn't clear. Join us for this essential conversation about thriving amid uncertainty.

Are you the kind of person who hits a big milestone… then immediately moves on to the next goal? Same. In this episode, we're talking to Robyn Glaser—venture executive and all-around badass—about why high-achieving women so often skip the celebration phase, and how that needs to change.We loved this conversation with Robyn Glaser — and we think you will too.

What a delight chatting with Christina Mitine about her fascinating career path! From aspiring veterinarian to Oracle sales to various AWS roles, her journey proves there's no "right way" to build a meaningful career.Episode Highlights:Christina shares how the Women in Revenue Group on Lin provided crucial networking opportunitiesWe discuss navigating different company cultures and leveraging transferable skillsThe vital importance of finding mentors and sponsors who champion your growthBuilding professional networks that extend beyond your current organizationConnect with Christina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmitine/Women in Revenue (WIR) - https://www.linkedin.com/company/womeninrevenue/posts/?feedView=allBecome a WIR Member - https://womeninrevenue.org/become-a-member/

Maintaining genuine professional relationships isn't just nice, it's essential. In this episode, we talk about how staying in touch (even casually) can quietly shape your career in powerful ways—and how it's played out over decades for our guest, Soo Finley.This week, I got to catch up with my high school friend Soo Finley, who now works at the executive level in banking—and let me tell you, her career path has been anything but predictable (just the way we like it on this show). Soo walks us through her squiggly journey from Hicksville, Long Island (yep, that's a real place) to studying chemistry and engineering, and eventually finding her stride in the world of banking and finance. If you're figuring out how to bring more of you into your work, or just wondering how people land in jobs they never saw coming, this one's for you.

What does it take to build a thriving business while navigating some of life's toughest personal challenges?This week on Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Kristine sit down with the unstoppable Bonni Scepkowski. She is an award-winning meeting strategist, founder of Stellar Meetings, and a master of orchestrating meaningful moments in the life sciences industry. But behind her professional success is a deeply personal journey of resilience, reinvention, and relentless authenticity.From her first job at a travel agency to becoming a sought-after events expert, Bonni shares the career pivots, life-altering moments, and hard-won wisdom that shaped her path. She opens up about overcoming a difficult divorce, raising a daughter with psychiatric challenges, and finding joy in her work through it all.

What if the skills you already have could open the door to a career you actually love?This week, we're joined by the brilliant Ashleigh Beadle, who opens up about her non-linear path from law school dreams to launching her own consulting business.Ashleigh shares the real story behind her career pivots—what worked, what didn't, and how she leaned into her transferable skills (even when things didn't go to plan). We chat about navigating uncertainty, staying aligned with your values, and how she's now helping small businesses with HR and compliance through her company, Sage and Saunter.If you've ever felt stuck, unsure, or ready for a career shift, this episode will remind you that there's power in the pivot.

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What if the very things that once held you back became the foundation for everything you built?In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Kelly Martins joins Colleen and Kristine to share the real story behind her squiggly career journey. From a background in graphic design and photography to launching her own consulting business focused on empowering others through strategic marketing and leadership support.Kelly opens up about reclaiming her confidence after leaving a difficult relationship, and how leaning into her lived experiences became the spark for creating GRATI Consulting. Today, she combines sharp business strategy with deep empathy to help others find clarity, confidence, and direction in their own ventures.This conversation is a powerful reminder that resilience, reinvention, and rediscovering your worth often begin in the hardest moments.✨ In this episode, you'll hear:How internships and mentors opened unexpected doorsWhy squiggly paths are often the most strategic movesHow embracing her full story helped Kelly step into leadership and entrepreneurshipConnect with Kelly:

"I'm an introvert... but what I do for a living is an extroverts dream.”Ever felt like your personality didn't quite match your job title? This week on Embrace the Squiggle, Nellie Beckett gets real about navigating that exact tension—and how she's turned it into one of her biggest strengths.From nonprofit gigs and teaching in Baltimore to creating meaningful community connections in public radio across the Deep South, Nellie's story is a masterclass in showing up, even when you're not sure what's next.You'll hear:- Why you don't need a perfect plan to build a purposeful career- How Nellie balances quiet energy with public-facing roles- The power of following curiosity - What it really means to build community in places others overlookIf you're figuring it out as you go—or want to be part of a community that celebrates squiggly paths—you're in the right place.

What do marine biology, massage therapy, and managing a Chamber of Commerce have in common? Moe's career journey.In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen sits down with Moe Belliveau, the Executive Director of the East Hampton Chamber, for a conversation that's anything but linear. With Kristine away, Colleen dives into Moe's fascinating path, from dreaming of becoming a marine biologist, to drawing blueprints in architectural drafting, navigating the structure of corporate life at Aetna, building a massage therapy business from scratch, and ultimately leading her local Chamber of Commerce.Moe's story is a masterclass in reinvention. She shares how she leaned into uncertainty, took strategic risks, and embraced career pivots that may have seemed disconnected on paper- but made perfect sense in practice. Whether you're feeling stuck, curious about starting over, or simply love a good reinvention story, this episode will leave you inspired to follow your own squiggly path.

If your life feels all over the place right now, find comfort, direction, and guidance in the Word of God. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.