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Bienvenue dans cette édition spéciale du podcast Sticky Notes en français ! Aujourd'hui, nous parlons de la symphonie la plus célèbre du monde, et de la symphonie que nous allons interpréter à Lille les 21, 22 et 23 mai, la 5e symphonie de Beethoven. Et veuillez me pardonner pour toutes les erreurs de prononciation dans ma deuxième langue ! Bonne écoute ! »

Want to be mentally stronger today? Buy The Mental Strength Playbook. Take a quick look around your home. How many piles of mail are sitting on the counter? How many clothes are in your closet that you haven't worn in two years? How much stuff is shoved in the garage, the spare room, or the storage unit you're still paying $200 a month for? Most of us are drowning in stuff, and it's costing us more than we realize. The research is clear that clutter drains your energy, fragments your attention, and quietly raises your stress levels every single day. But it doesn't stop there. Clutter eats up your weekends, strains your relationships, and keeps you tethered to a version of yourself you've already outgrown. And the worst part is that buying more bins or spending another Saturday cleaning rarely fixes it. My guest today is Faith Roberson, an organizing expert and author of What Stays and What Goes. She believes clutter isn't actually a discipline problem at all. It's an emotional one. And once you understand what's really keeping you stuck, letting go gets a whole lot easier. Some of the things we discuss are: Why clutter is almost never about laziness or discipline (and what it actually is) The "emotional tagging" exercise that reveals what your stuff is really doing to you How holding on to old belongings keeps you stuck in an identity you've outgrown Why "does it spark joy?" isn't enough, and the better question to ask The myth that selling your stuff is worth the time it takes How to handle sentimental items without feeling like you're betraying someone you love The three types of boundaries that determine whether your home actually feels like home Why your stuff is probably worth a lot less than you think (and why that's good news) The simple question to ask before keeping anything: can I actually care for this? How clearing your space creates room for the person you're becoming next Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mentally Stronger Premium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content like weekly bonus episodes, mental strength challenges, and office hours with me. Related Episodes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 104 — What Your Sentimental Keepsakes Reveal About Your Self-Worth 40 — The Minimalists: Why You Should Declutter Your Life with Joshua Fields Millburn Links & Resources ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What Stays and What Goes⁠ Connect with the Show Buy a copy of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Amy on Instagram —⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AmyMorinAuthor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit my website —⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AmyMorinLCSW.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsors AirDoctor — Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AirDoctorPro.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and use promo code STRONGER to get UP TO $300 off today! One Skin — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneskin.co/STRONGER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code stronger to get up to 30% off your first 3 subscription orders MUDWTR - Get up to 43% off your entire order, plus free shipping and a free rechargeable frother when you use code STRONGER at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mudwtr.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Quince — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/stronger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us don't set out to become leaders. We get good at something. We get recognised. Then one day, we're handed a team and expected to just… figure it out. That's the reality behind the term accidental manager, and according to today's guest, it's where the vast majority of leadership journeys begin. In this episode, Andy sits down with Dawn Stallwood, corporate lawyer, advisor, and author of Beautiful Leadership, to explore what really happens when capable people are promoted into leadership roles without the preparation or support they need. This isn't about blaming leaders. It's about understanding the system that creates them. Dawn shares her own experience of stepping into leadership feeling ill-equipped, the pressure and self-doubt that follows, and why so many well-meaning leaders end up struggling in silence. But more importantly, she offers a way forward. Together, they explore how leadership can shift from something we fall into… to something we intentionally choose to take on. From firefighting and self-doubt to clarity, capability, and impact. And at the heart of that shift is Dawn's Beautiful Leadership framework, a practical, human approach to leading with intention, courage, and purpose. ----more---- Key Takeaways Most leaders are accidental, not intentional. Leadership is rarely planned. It's something people fall into without the training or support they need. The cost of poor leadership is human. Pressure, self-doubt, and lack of capability don't just impact performance, they affect health, confidence, and retention. Leadership isn't about having all the answers. The best leaders don't do everything, they create the conditions for others to succeed. Intentional leadership is a choice. You may not choose to become a leader, but you can choose how you show up once you are. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 00:01:11 – Why most of us become accidental managers 00:03:00 – Introducing Dawn Stallwood and the idea of Beautiful Leadership 00:07:33 – The realisation moment: feeling ill-equipped to lead 00:09:22 – The hidden pressure and personal cost of leadership 00:11:50 – Why struggling leaders don't ask for help (and choose to leave) 00:14:17 – Why organisations keep creating accidental managers 00:17:49 – The cycle of accidental leaders creating more accidental leaders 00:18:55 – Rethinking leadership: it's not about having all the answers 00:22:14 – Letting go of past success to step into leadership 00:24:42 – Moving from accidental manager to intentional leader 00:27:24 – The Beautiful Leadership framework: qualities and practices explained 00:47:51 – Sticky Notes: courage, growth, and getting your brave on ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Dawn Stallwood on LinkedIn here Find the Beautiful Leadership website here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

What if getting stuck on your novel has nothing to do with your story and everything to do with HOW you're seeing it? Story mapping coach Danyel Nicole found that out firsthand.When Danyel's first draft started to feel off, she got up from her desk one night, grabbed butcher paper and sticky notes, and mapped out her entire story on the wall in her hallway. Within an hour, she could finally see what was working—and what wasn't.This discovery changed everything about her novel-writing process. And now she helps other writers do the same.Danyel is a Notes to Novel graduate and founder of Map Your Story Studios, where she helps fiction writers get their stories off the page and onto the wall so they can see the big picture, break through draft paralysis, and write with real momentum.In this episode, she's breaking down exactly how story mapping works, why it gets writers unstuck, and how you can start today with less than $25 worth of supplies.What You'll Learn: [03:00] What story mapping is, and why getting stuck on your novel is almost always a visibility problem, not a story problem.[06:29] What Danyel's wall literally looks like: the color-coded sticky note system she uses to map every act, scene, conflict, and character arc at a glance.[00:09:24] Exactly what to buy at Target (for $25 or less) to start mapping your story today—plus digital tool options if you'd rather work on a screen.[14:45] What Danyel found on her wall that saved her from writing a whole section of her draft that would have fallen completely flat.[17:18] The three sticky notes that give any writer, at any stage, a solid story foundation to start mapping their novel today.Whether you're staring at a blank page with no idea where to start, three chapters in and losing the throughline, or three hundred pages deep into a draft that keeps going in circles, story mapping meets you exactly where you are.

What if the biggest thing standing between you and success… is you? In this episode of Sticky From The Inside, Andy Goram is joined by performance psychology student and author Adrian Kelly to explore The Success Complex. The hidden biases, blind spots, and behaviours that shape how we define, pursue, and sometimes even avoid success. From the illusion of external achievement to the quiet dissatisfaction many high performers feel, Adrian challenges the idea that success is something we can measure from the outside. Instead, he reveals how deeply personal it really is and how often we get in our own way without even realising it. Together, Andy and Adrian unpack the psychological traps that hold us back, including anchoring bias, the myth of IQ as potential, and our reluctance to reflect on past performance. They also explore why motivation is so often misunderstood and what actually helps people move forward. Through powerful stories including a remarkable lesson from the origins of Top Gun this episode brings performance psychology to life in a practical, relatable way. If you've ever chased success but still felt something was missing… this conversation might just change how you think about it. ----more---- Key Takeaways Success is personal, but we measure it socially. We often define success using external benchmarks, not what actually matters to us. We are often our own biggest barrier. Blind spots, biases, and ingrained thinking patterns quietly hold us back. Reflection is the missing link in performance. Most people avoid analysing failure, but that's where growth happens. Motivation isn't the problem; direction and confidence are. People aren't unmotivated; they often just lack clarity, belief, or momentum. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:10 – Rethinking success: pressure, comparison, and hidden cost 0:03:58 – Adrian Kelly's journey: from law to performance psychology 0:08:15 – Why success fascinates us (and why we rarely question it) 0:09:11 – The illusion of success and the “I'll be happy tomorrow” trap 0:10:45 – The Success Complex: blind spots and self-sabotage 0:13:07 – Anchor bias: how our environment limits our thinking 0:15:30 – Reflection as the missing link in performance improvement 0:16:24 – The Top Gun story: deliberate practice in action 0:22:42 – When success becomes a limiter: confirmation bias and stagnation 0:27:17 – The myth of unmotivated people and the law of small wins 0:29:35 – Motivation, alignment, and the role of leaders 0:37:30 – Building systems for success: making good habits easier 0:39:19 – Redefining happiness: hedonic vs eudaimonic success 0:41:44 – Sticky Notes: progress, consistency, and long-term thinking ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Adrian Kelly on LinkedIn here Find the Ask More website here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

Collaboration is at the heart of how the team at Middle of Six works—and being fully remote means finding tools that keep ideas flowing and groups aligned. In this episode of The Shortlist, MO6ers Kyle Davis and Lauren Jane Peterson share the ins and outs of using Mural, their favorite digital whiteboard platform.From internal brainstorming sessions and design charrettes to client workshops and presentations, Mural serves as a shared workspace where ideas can be captured, organized, and refined in real time. They also share how Mural's user interface makes it easy to onboard first-time users, encourage live note-taking, and import and export to PowerPoint. With this tool in your toolkit, you just might experience more efficient meetings, stronger alignment, and a shift from presenting ideas to actively building them alongside your team.CPSM CEU Credits: 0.5 | Domain: 2

Why does employee engagement still feel so hard? Despite decades of focus, surveys, and initiatives, the data tells us something uncomfortable: engagement isn't improving. In fact, in many places, it's getting worse. So what are we missing? In this episode, Andy Goram is joined by Tom Krieglstein, creator of Dance Floor Theory. A brilliantly simple, yet deeply insightful way of understanding how people actually engage at work. Tom's model reframes engagement as something fundamentally human. Not a metric to track, or a programme to roll out, but a dynamic social experience. One where people exist at different levels of engagement, just like a dance floor. And where leaders need to meet them where they are, not where they wish they were. From tackling disengaged “Negative Nellies” to creating momentum through connection, Tom shares practical, actionable ways to build workplaces people actually want to be part of. If you've ever wondered why engagement feels so complex and how to make it simpler, more human, and more effective, this conversation is for you. ----more---- Key Takeaways Engagement isn't broken. Our approach to it is. Too many organisations treat engagement as a system or survey, rather than a human experience. Connection is the real driver of engagement. We are biologically wired for connection and workplaces often ignore that fundamental truth. People engage at different levels. Like a dance floor, some are in the middle, some on the edge — and each requires a different approach. Great leaders meet people where they are. You can't force engagement. You build it step-by-step, understanding what each person needs next. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:11 – Why employee engagement still isn't improving 0:03:00 – Meet Tom Krieglstein and the power of connection 0:08:44 – More friends equals more fun: the social truth of engagement 0:11:00 – The uncomfortable data behind disengagement 0:14:50 – The decline of community and its impact on work 0:16:52 – What great workplace cultures actually feel like 0:25:31 – Introducing Dance Floor Theory 0:27:27 – The six levels of engagement explained 0:28:24 – Dealing with disengagement: Negative Nellies 0:31:16 – Hiring for contribution vs competency 0:35:57 – The role of energy, momentum and leadership influence 0:37:34 – What each engagement level is really thinking 0:39:08 – How to engage each level effectively 0:44:46 – Tom's three Sticky Notes for better engagement ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Tom Krieglstein on LinkedIn here Follow Tom on YouTube here Follow Tom on Instagram here Find the SwiftKick website here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

What does global leadership really mean? Is it simply about managing teams in different countries? Or is it something deeper; the ability to understand cultural nuance, adapt communication, and create an environment where people from very different contexts can contribute their best work? In this episode of Sticky From The Inside, Andy Goram speaks with global leadership coach Crispin Thompson, founder of The Leadership Studio. With more than 25 years of experience working in multinational organisations, Crispin shares what it really takes to lead effectively across cultures, time zones, and languages. From avoiding the tokenism trap in global teams to understanding why communication can easily be misinterpreted across cultures, this conversation explores the hidden complexities of leading internationally. Crispin explains why global leadership always starts with listening, how cultural intelligence helps leaders navigate nuance, and why the best leaders focus on creating environments where every voice genuinely matters. If your teams span borders, languages, and cultures, this episode offers practical insights into how leadership can truly travel. ----more---- Key Takeaways Global leadership starts with listening. Leading across cultures requires curiosity and humility. Listening helps leaders understand what's really happening inside teams and uncover barriers to honest feedback. Tokenism damages trust and contribution. When people feel they're included only for representation rather than merit, confidence and engagement disappear. Global leaders must ensure every voice genuinely matters. Communication across cultures needs intention. Even when teams share the same language, tone, nuance, and phrasing can create misunderstanding. Leaders must clarify intent and encourage dialogue. Cultural intelligence unlocks performance. Understanding local context, culture, history, and working norms helps leaders build stronger relationships and align global teams effectively. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:10 – What does global leadership really mean? 0:03:46 – Crispin Thompson's multinational leadership journey 0:08:14 – Why listening is the starting point for global leadership 0:09:52 – A leadership lesson from managing teams across Mexico and India 0:11:54 – Understanding the tokenism trap in global teams 0:16:00 – Bringing distributed teams together around decisions 0:23:06 – Why global leadership amplifies normal leadership challenges 0:24:35 – Emotional intelligence when delivering tough messages 0:30:26 – The unseen effort behind leading global teams 0:31:35 – Cultural intelligence and understanding local context 0:43:04 – A leadership rule: praise goes down, blame goes up 0:45:22 – Crispin's three Sticky Notes for global leaders ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Crispin Thompson on LinkedIn here Find The Leadership Studio website here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

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A Florida fourth grader, Sophia Campbell, was feeling down about her reading skills, so one of her classmates, Ashton, came up with a way to brighten her day. STORY: https://www.wdjx.com/students-cover-classmates-desk-and-chair-with-sticky-note-encouragement/

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Are we being left behind...Let's think about this for a moment.Architects have AutoCAD. Finance folks have Excel. Sales teams have Salesforce. The list goes on.But what do we as service design professionals have? If we're a bit cynical, you could say that often it's a wall of sticky notes (that the cleaners throw away at night).This brings up a deep and often unspoken insecurity in our field. Could it be that our work is seen as "fluffy" or "invisible" because we lack the "hard" tools that other departments have? That is the provocative question Maxe van Heeswijk brought to the Circle community recently. She challenged us to think about whether having "our own software" would help us claim our territory and be taken more seriously by stakeholders.But to which extent can a tool be the answer to our problems?Will Sharples joined the conversation with a different take. He argues that stakeholders don't actually care about our process or our "proper" service design tools, they just want their problems solved.So in this episode of Inside Service Design, we explore this tension between wanting to be "seen" as experts and the messy reality of getting work done in-house.This conversation is packed with spicy topics like:Whether having a dedicated tool makes you more legitimate, or does it just create new silos? Why our most important work is often the hardest to measure (and get budget for).A brutal method for stripping away busy work to focus on the assets that actually tell a story.And why you are "always selling" the value of service design, even years after you've been hired.So, if you've ever felt like you're doing important work... that nobody sees, this episode is for you.What do you feel is the service design tool at the moment? Do we even have one?Let me know, I'm really curious to hear your take!Be well, ~ Marc--- [ 1. GUIDE ] --- 00:00 Welcome to December Round Up01:00 Meet the Guests 04:00 From Physical Engineering to Digital Services 06:30 From Philosophy & Advertising to SD 10:15 Balancing Financial Goals vs. Trust 15:15 Securing Long-Term Funding 18:00 Why Patience is a Superpower 21:45 Thought Experiment26:30 Do We Need Professional Software?35:00 Is Design Too Democratized 44:15 Relationship Building is Slow Farming51:00 Pragmatism vs. The Design Bibles52:45 The Hidden Skill55:45 Navigating Company Politics59:30 Wrap-Up --- [ 2. LINKS ] --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxevanheeswijk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-sharples-85a40580/ --- [ 3. CIRCLE ] --- If you're an in-house service design professional and want to learn from the stories of your peers, take a look at the Circle, it might just be the thing you're looking for.Join our private community for in-house service design professionals:⁠https://servicedesignshow.com/circle--- [4. FIND THE SHOW ON] ---Youtube ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/inside-service-design-09-youtubeSpotify ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/inside-service-design-09-spotifyApple ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/inside-service-design-09-appleSnipd ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/inside-service-design-09-snipd

In this episode of Adulting With Autism, April is joined by Helene Zupanc and Beth Valdez—licensed professional counselors in Arizona with 25+ years of combined experience—about how to interrupt negative thought loops using simple, personalized mantras that actually feel authentic. Helene and Beth are the co-authors of Sticky Note Mantras: The Art and Science of Choosing Your Thoughts, a practical mental health toolkit built from real therapy sessions: the "one thing" clients needed to remember after they walked out the door. We talk about why the brain gets stuck in repetitive patterns like "I'm not good enough," "I'm not loved," or "I can't," and how the survival brain (including the amygdala) can send false alarms based on old experiences. This conversation includes: How to create mantras that work for autistic and neurodivergent adults (without toxic positivity) Why repetition builds new neural pathways—and what consistency realistically looks like Tools for regulation beyond talk therapy: somatic yoga, sound therapy, and "bottoms‑up" nervous system support How to "catch it, check it, change it" when the spiral starts Self-compassion prompts that don't feel fake—and how gratitude can shift internal dialogue Practical mantra examples like "That's just a brain glitch," "People will people," and "Just don't stand still." If you want mental health strategies that are simple, research-informed, and usable on hard days—this episode delivers. Guests: Helene Zupanc, LPC + Beth Valdez, LPC Book: Sticky Note Mantras: The Art and Science of Choosing Your Thoughts Website: https://stickynotemantras.com Therapy (AZ Telehealth): Available via their website Topics: autism and adulting, neurodivergent mental health, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, trauma, rumination, self-compassion, gratitude practice, mantras, nervous system regulation, somatic tools.

Pressure at work feels higher than ever. Change is constant, expectations are relentless, and leaders are often told they simply need to be more “resilient”. But what if resilience isn't about coping, endurance, or pushing through at all? In this episode of Sticky From The Inside, Andy Goram is joined by Russell Harvey, often known as "The Resilience Coach", to explore a far more human take on resilience. One that places leadership behaviour and the manager–employee relationship right at the centre of the conversation. Russell reframes resilience as springing forward with learning, not bouncing back to how things used to be. Together, they unpack why people's experience of pressure and change is shaped far less by big organisational strategies and far more by how their line manager shows up day-to-day. They discuss what resilient leadership actually looks like in practice, why “shut up and move on” cultures are so damaging, and how optimism, grounded firmly in reality, can help people face difficult situations without pretending everything is fine. If you care about performance, wellbeing, and creating workplaces where people can genuinely say “I'm okay”, this conversation is a powerful reminder that resilience starts with relationships. ----more---- Key Takeaways Resilience isn't coping, it's learning. Russell reframes resilience as springing forward with learning, not enduring more or bouncing back to how things used to be. Leadership behaviour shapes resilience more than strategy. People experience pressure and change through how their manager shows up day-to-day, not through lofty organisational initiatives. Line managers aren't responsible for other people's happiness, but they hugely influence it. An individual's ability to say “I'm okay” at work is strongly shaped by the quality of their relationship with their manager. Optimism is a leadership skill, not forced positivity. Grounded, realistic optimism helps people face hard truths without slipping into denial or despair. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:16 – Pressure, burnout and why resilience gets misunderstood 0:02:57 – Why managers shape how work really feels 0:09:27 – Defining resilience as springing forward with learning 0:12:01 – The three things resilient leaders are responsible for 0:14:25 – The disproportionate power of the line manager relationship 0:18:00 – Optimism vs toxic positivity 0:22:43 – Recovery, resilience and the danger of “shut up and move on” 0:26:18 – How personal resilience gives leaders the confidence to challenge upwards 0:30:00 – Why resilience shouldn't feel like ‘one more thing to do' 0:36:40 – How resilience builds the confidence to challenge unsustainable systems 0:41:45 – Sustainable work practices as a leadership responsibility 0:47:08 – Russell Harvey's Sticky Notes ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Russell Harvey on LinkedIn here Find the Russell's website here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! The Arc of the South Shore Partners with The South Shore Chamber of Commerce to Host Screening of “Raising Us”. Powerful Documentary Chronicles Five South Shore Mothers through 50 years of Advocacy for Children with Down Syndrome and Autism. Guest: Elizabeth Sandblom - CEO, The Arc of the South Shore & Jen Plante Johnson - Owner, producer (of this movie Raising Us), Avenir Productions, LLC & daughter of Maria Plante, one of the founding members of the South Shore Mothers Group who advocated for kids with down syndrome & autism. Screening is Wednesday, February 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. will be held at The Arc of the South Shore, 20 Pond Park, in Hingham and is free and open to all South Shore Chamber of Commerce members. Robert Kraft’s Blue Square Alliance Against Hate Debuted “Sticky Note” Commercial Spot during the Super Bowl and called on Americans to Stand Up to Hate.Guest: Adam Katz - President of the Blue Square Alliance Against Hate Volunteers needed: St. John's opens overnight shelter during bitter cold…Guest: Danielle Cutillo – volunteer - one of the program leaders for the Food for the Poor program at the Saint Francis Xavier Center (part of St. John’s Church) Addressing the Washington Post’s massive layoffs last week.Guest: Sam Fortier – former Washington Post sports reporter who was laid off last weekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can a book be funny and deal with one of the toughest topics around? "Milo: Sticky Notes & Brain Freeze" is writer and illustrator Alan Silberberg's tale of 7th grade angst and dealing with the loss of a parent. Seventh graders from Eliot-Hine Middle School in Washington, D.C. discuss the book and ask questions of author Silberberg. Actor Joshua Malina ("West Wing," "Scandal," the "West Wing Weekly" podcast) is our celebrity reader. Kitty Felde is host. NOTE: the phone number mentioned in the episode doesn't work anymore. But if you want to be on the show, email us for information about how your school or library can be featured on a new episode: bookclubforkidspodcast@gmail.com.   Favorite Books from Eliot-Hine Middle School: Holes - Louis Sachar The Girl Who Fell - S.M Parker Out of My Mind - Sharon M. Draper ALan Silberberg's Favorite Book: Half Magic - Edward Eager Joshua Malina's Favorite Book: Busy, Busy World - Richard Scarry

We all start life curious. Asking questions. Exploring. Wondering why. Yet somewhere along the way — especially at work — curiosity can begin to fade. Not because we stop caring, but because we're rewarded for certainty, speed, and having the answers. In this episode of Sticky From The Inside, Andy Goram is joined by leadership strategist, researcher, and TEDx speaker Dr Debra Clary to explore why curiosity isn't a “nice-to-have”, it's a leadership superpower. Drawing on decades of experience inside global organisations like Frito-Lay, Coca-Cola, Jack Daniel's, and Humana, Debra shares why curiosity can be learned, measured, and deliberately strengthened. Together, they unpack how curiosity drives performance, engagement, trust, and better decision-making — and why leaders who stop asking questions often unintentionally shut others down. They also explore Debra's research-backed Curiosity Curve, the four drivers of optimal curiosity, and why curiosity matters even more in a fast-moving, AI-driven world. If you care about building teams where people feel seen, heard, and able to contribute, this conversation will change how you think about leadership. ----more---- Key Takeaways Curiosity is learned, not innate. Debra's research shows curiosity can be developed, measured, and strengthened at every level. Certainty kills contribution. When leaders prioritise speed and answers over questions, they unintentionally shut people down. Great leaders play the long game. Asking questions builds confidence, capability, and future leaders — not just short-term efficiency. Curiosity is a human advantage in the AI age. AI delivers answers; humans still need to ask the right questions and apply discernment. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 01:11 – Why curiosity is natural — and why it matters at work 07:57 – “Can curiosity be learned?” The question that changed everything 10:54 – What an Italian train journey taught Debra about certainty 13:36 – “Curiosity killed the cat” — the part we all missed 17:41 – Why disengaged employees feel unseen and unheard 26:15 – The Curiosity Curve explained 34:30 – Why senior leaders score higher on curiosity 38:51 – Curiosity, AI, and discernment 42:49 – Debra's 3 Sticky Notes for curious leadership ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Dr Debra Clary on LinkedIn here Follow Dr Debra Clary on Facebook here Follow Dr Debra Clary on YouTube here Find the Dr Debra Clary's website here Find The Curiosity Curve here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

What We Want - The Sticky Note That Changes Your Salaah by Radio Islam

A piece that I have been asked to cover probably a dozen times is Handel's Messiah. It's a piece I love, but a piece that I've never conducted or played, and so therefore I don't know it incredibly well. There are plenty of pieces like this in the repertoire, and so I've decided to start a new series on Sticky Notes, which will be to take pieces that I don't know very well and to bring on experts to help me learn about them. This series will be a bit sporadic, and won't disrupt the but I'm really excited to share the first episode in this series, all about the Handel Messiah, featuring my good friend and the wonderful conductor Aram Demirjian, the Music Director of the Knoxville Symphony! I really hope you enjoy this episode and that you have a Happy Holidays and New Year!

Brandi Clark pulls back the curtain on how she actually organizes her week as a busy mom, wife, and fitness business mentor. If you've ever sat down to “work” and found yourself drowning in sticky notes, randomly scrolling social media, or feeling guilty for always being on your phone, this one is for you. Brandi walks you through the simple structure she uses to create focused work time, protect her home as a sanctuary, and still grow a profitable online fitness business. You'll hear how she created a dedicated work zone, ditched the constant phone hustle, started tracking her time with tools like Toggl and timers, and built “CEO Days” into her schedule so she can think, create, and actually get important tasks done. She also shares how she batches client calls, uses the Sunsama app to replace her sticky notes, and prioritizes money-making activities, lead magnets, and conversion events that consistently bring in revenue.   Resources mention in the episode: https://toggl.com/ https://www.sunsama.com/  

In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, host Maurice Harker dives into how small, simple, gospel-centered systems can transform your self-mastery—and why Satan works so hard to convince you it's “too much” or “not enough.”Building on the Eternal Warriors 4.0 framework, Maurice and his team review key principles like the war between remembering and forgetting, recognizing satanic lies and spin, understanding chemical levels, and using DAR/DPAR (Discover–Plan–Act–Reflect) in realistic, everyday ways. You'll hear practical examples—from sticky-note to-do lists to budgeting and even pickleball practice—showing how self-mastery doesn't have to be complicated to be powerful.In this episode, you'll learn:How the war between remembering and forgetting is a real spiritual battle, not just a personality flawWhy Satan loves the lie: “If you can't do it big and perfect, you shouldn't do it at all”Simple ways to turn everyday tools (like sticky notes, planners, or budgets) into DAR/DPAR systemsHow to adapt Eternal Warriors tools to your personality, season of life, and energy levelWhy small and simple efforts, repeated with faith in Christ, can bring about miraculous long-term changeIf you're an LDS parent, spouse, leader, or disciple who feels overwhelmed by self-improvement or “one more system,” this episode will help you simplify your efforts, recognize Satan's discouraging narratives, and move forward with doable, grace-filled progress toward your passion projects and eternal goals.

Michelle is joined by Anthony Asher to talk about a community celebration honoring Tony Hsieh's birthday. It's from 1-5 PM on December 12 at Fergusons in Downtown Las Vegas. All are welcome!They have a conversation about legacy, creativity, grief, and the power of coming back together after years of distance.They share the story behind organizing the event and the impact Tony had on their lives. Together, they explore how the community can reunite, heal, and keep Tony's spirit of innovation and connection alive.It's an open talk about returning to each other, rebuilding community, and honoring a visionary who changed countless lives.Come celebrate Tony Hsieh at Fergusons, December 12, 1-5 PM: fergusonsdowntown.comLearn more about Tony Hsieh: tonyhsiehexperience.com Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/michelledattilio⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about sōsh! Visit our website and reach out at: ⁠⁠getsosh.com⁠ ⁠  

In a world where AI can write, speak and even imagine on our behalf, what does it really mean to understand human stories? In this episode, Andy Goram is joined by James Warren, founder and CEO of Share More Stories and the team behind SEEQ, a platform that helps organisations read, interpret and quantify the emotional depth inside customer and employee experiences. James argues that stories aren't just communication, they're how we form relationships, build community and create meaning. They're emotional code. And if leaders can learn to listen properly, stories reveal the truth people often can't or won't put in a survey. Together, Andy and James explore how AI can help leaders understand thousands of stories at scale without replacing or sanitising the human heart behind them. They get into the nuance of emotional data, connection, belonging, trust and the danger of letting machines fabricate “ideal employees” through synthetic responses. It's a conversation about preserving humanity in an increasingly machine-shaped world and why the future belongs to leaders who combine technology with vulnerability, deep listening and genuine openness to the stories their people share. ----more---- Key Takeaways Stories reveal emotional truth leaders can't get from surveys. Stories contain emotional “code” that shows what people value, fear and hope for. Connection creates a shared “we”, the foundation of real change. Without connection, organisational change becomes something leaders do to people, not with them. AI can scale human understanding, but it must not replace humans. SEEQ helps reveal emotion in stories at scale, but synthetic data crosses an ethical line. Human nuance matters more than ever in an AI-shaped future. Imperfection, emotion and authenticity are trust signals machines can't replicate. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:26 – Stories in a machine-shaped world 0:03:39 – Meet James Warren 0:05:16 – Why stories explain the “why” behind experiences 0:06:06 – Storytelling as human survival & connection 0:08:14 – Humanity, belonging and collective wisdom 0:11:59 – Navigating change with empathy and clarity 0:18:24 – Connection and the power of “We” 0:19:49 – SEEQ and quantifying emotional data 0:32:59 – The meaning layer: why emotion matters 0:34:24 – Imperfection, realism and trust 0:41:52 – AI, nuance and future guardrails 0:44:15 – Synthetic data and ethical boundaries 0:46:42 – James's 3 Sticky Notes of advice ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow James Warren on LinkedIn here Find the Share More Stories website here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

From a bamboo house in rural Indonesia to the boardrooms of Asia, Dona Amelia's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Now an international keynote speaker, Harvard-trained leadership specialist, and co-founder of EGN Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia, she brings a rare blend of performance, psychology, and purpose to the way she helps leaders grow. In this episode, Dona joins Andy Goram to explore holistic purpose-driven leadership — a style that balances high performance with humanity. She shares how her early life shaped her belief in service, generosity, and resilience, and how those lessons now inform her work helping senior leaders stay authentic, grounded, and connected — even in high-pressure, high-stakes environments. Dona also explains her own DONA Framework, which blends Purpose, Presence, People, and Performance, and the role of vulnerability in transforming leadership cultures from the inside out. It's an inspiring reminder that great leadership isn't just about what you achieve — it's about who you are while achieving it. ----more---- Key Takeaways Leadership starts with purpose. Dona's journey shows that clarity of purpose gives strength and direction in every challenge. Serve before you lead. True leadership is about helping others succeed — not just performing well yourself. Vulnerability is strength. Being open about struggle builds trust and invites authenticity in others. Presence and people go hand in hand. Balancing focus on performance with genuine care for people creates lasting success. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:10 – From Bamboo House to Boardroom: Meet Dona Amelia 0:03:37 – Early Lessons in Purpose, Resilience and Service 0:10:27 – What Childhood Taught Her About Giving and Gratitude 0:15:07 – The Entertainment Years: Learning Performance and Presence 0:22:30 – Pivoting from Stage to Leadership Coaching 0:34:29 – The D.O.N.A. Framework (Dreams, Opportunity, Never give up, Action). 0:37:31 – “4P+E” (Pray/centre, Prepare, Practice, Perform + Evaluate) & “action 200%”. 0:40:02 – What holistic leadership looks like in practice 0:46:09 – Balancing people care and KPIs: why performance follows wellbeing. 0:47:42 – Dona's 3 Sticky Notes of Advice ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Dona Amelia on LinkedIn here Follow Dona Amelia on Instagram here Follow Dona Amelia on Facebook here here Find the EGN website here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

How to Pair AI Speed with Founder Grit (Recorded Live on Clubhouse August 22, 2025) In this episode, we unpack why AI is an accelerant—not a substitute—for entrepreneurship, then walk through the Four Sticky Note Business Plan to turn ideas into action. Hosts: Colin C. Campbell, Michele Van Tilborg

SUMMARY: In this episode, Aaron and Terryn break down the art and strategy behind annual planning—why it matters, how to do it well, and how to keep your team aligned for success. They share personal stories from early days planning with sticky notes in an attic to running structured multi-business offsites in Montana. Learn how to start small, scale your planning process, and create a rhythm that eliminates chaos and builds long-term clarity. Whether you're a solo entrepreneur or leading a full team, you'll discover actionable insights, templates, and mindset shifts to make your next annual planning session your most productive ever.   Minute by Minute: 01:07 – Welcome to Ops Experts Club 01:30 – Why Annual Planning Matters 02:40 – The Power of Offsite Planning 04:25 – Starting Small: Two People and Sticky Notes 06:27 – Building Scalable Habits for Growth 07:18 – Free Resources for Planning 2026 08:51 – Wins, Lessons, and Preparing Your Team 13:19 – Vision Time: Casting the Future 15:33 – Setting Quarterly Rocks That Actually Work 21:30 – Make It Fun: The Secret Ingredient to Great Culture

Longtime listeners of Sticky Notes know that Shostakovich's 10 symphony was the inaugural piece covered on the show. It's been 8 years(!) since that show, so I've totally re-written the episode and had the privilege of presenting this new version live with the Aalborg Symphony Orchestra last week in Aalborg. Shostakovich, like so many composers before him, was obsessed with musical codes and messages, with songs that expressed two or more meanings, with ideas that were at once black and white and profoundly complex. This also describes Shostakovich himself, a man who was incredibly guarded with his public persona, and even his private persona as well. It is impossible to know anything for sure with Shostakovich, and to me therein lies the greatest strength of his music. The 10th symphony has been described as a portrayal of the Stalin years, as a portrayal of obsessive love, as a requiem, as sarcastic, as humorous, as agonizing, as triumphant, as, as, as….and the truth is that like all of the greatest works of Western Classical music, it is all of those things and so much more. It is a work of profound intensity, grabbing you from the start and not letting go for nearly 50 minutes, which makes sense considering that the piece was written in the shadow of another momentous event, the death of Joseph Stalin. There are very few experiences like hearing Shostakovich's 10th symphony live, and it is the kind of piece that, by the end of it, leaves you a slightly different person than you were when it started. Today on the show, we're going to be talking about a wide range of topics, from orchestral color to Joseph Stalin, from symphonic form to obsessive love, and much more. Join us!

Alex Sloley: Why Sticky Notes Are Your Visualization Superpower in Retrospectives Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. "Like the smell, the vibe is something you feel. If you're having a successful impact on the organization or on teams as a Scrum Master, you can feel it, you can smell it. It's intangible." - Alex Sloley Alex introduces a compelling concept from Sumantra Ghoshal about "the smell of the workplace"—you can walk into an environment and immediately sense whether it smells like fresh strawberries and cream or a dumpster fire. In Australia, there's a cultural reference from the movie "The Castle" about "the vibe of the thing," and Alex emphasizes that as a successful Scrum Master, you can feel and smell when you're having an impact. While telling executives you're measuring "vibe" might be challenging, Alex shares three concrete ways he's measured success. The key insight is that success isn't always measurable in traditional ways, but successful Scrum Masters develop an intuition for sensing when their work is making a meaningful difference. Self-reflection Question: Can you articulate the "vibe" or "smell" of your current team or organization? What specific indicators tell you whether your Scrum Master work is truly making an impact beyond the metrics? Featured Retrospective Format for the Week: Sticky Notes for Everything Alex champions any retrospective format that includes sticky notes, calling them a "visualization superpower." With sticky notes, teams can visualize anything—the good, the bad, improvements, options, possibilities, and even metrics. They make information transparent, which is critical for the inspect-and-adapt cycle that forms the heart of Scrum. Alex emphasizes being strategic about visualization: identify a challenge, figure out how to make it visual, and then create experiments around that visualization. Once something becomes visible, magic happens because the team can see patterns they've never noticed before. You can use different sizes, colors, and positions to visualize constraints in the system, including interruptions, unplanned work, blocker clustering, impediments, and flow. This approach works not just in retrospectives but in planning, reviews, and daily scrums. The key principle is that you must have transparency in order to inspect, and you must inspect to adapt. Alex's practical advice: be strategic about what you choose to visualize, involve the team in determining how to make challenges visible, and watch as the transparency naturally leads to insights and improvement ideas. [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

Change is rarely just a rational process — it's an emotional journey. In this episode of Sticky From The Inside, I'm joined by John Fisher, business psychologist, constructivist thinker, and creator of the Fisher Change Curve. His model goes beyond the Kubler-Ross grief curve to capture the messy, shifting emotions people actually experience during change, from anxiety and fear, to guilt, confusion, and eventual acceptance. We explore why organisations so often mishandle change, the crucial difference between self-initiated and imposed change, and the role of emotional triggers like SCARF. John also shares practical ways leaders can support their teams and themselves through uncertainty, plus his three Sticky Notes of advice for navigating change with confidence and compassion. ----more---- Key Takeaways Change is emotional, not just rational. People experience fear, guilt, and confusion — not just a neat process plan. Kubler-Ross isn't enough. Grief stages don't capture the nuance of organisational or self-initiated change. Small wins create momentum. Celebrating quick wins helps rebuild confidence and reduces resistance. Leaders must engage with honesty. Open conversations, empathy, and clarity move teams from compliance to commitment. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:10 – Why change is never just a process problem 0:05:57 – Meet John Fisher: from radar systems to psychology 0:08:22 – Why the emotional side of change matters 0:11:35 – Constructivism and interpretation in change 0:14:22 – Do we treat change differently at work than in life? 0:17:05 – Self-initiated vs imposed change: why control matters 0:21:09 – Why Kubler-Ross isn't enough for organisational change 0:24:03 – Introducing the Fisher Change Curve 0:27:58 – Stages of the curve: from anxiety to acceptance 0:34:53 – Quick wins, small steps, and sustainable change 0:36:39 – SCARF triggers and why leaders misjudge readiness 0:41:36 – Practical advice: honesty, engagement, and WIIFM 0:45:28 – John's three Sticky Notes of advice ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow John Fisher on LinkedIn here Find the C2D website here   ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

It has been a busier than normal open date for the Tar Heels...we take a status report on where Carolina stands five games into the season (4:25)Next up for the Heels is a trip out west to match-up with Cal (19:42)Preseason All-ACC teams have been announced and the basketball Tar Heels are a week away from their first exhibition (32:49)Former Denver Nuggets coach and NBA Champion Michael Malone joins for an awesome interview (sticky note) (50:36)Plus: 5SecondChallenge (1:23:46), we're postcard guys now (1:43:55), Halloween Hallmark (1:48:22), Jones has a big face problem (1:51:57) and a Pod Hall of Famer returns in Storytime (1:58:27)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Imagine walking into a locker room just moments after a crushing defeat. Players are angry, deflated, maybe even in tears — and then a sideline reporter steps up and asks the question nobody wants to hear. That's where Emmy Award-winning sports broadcaster and communications coach Jen Mueller thrives. With 25 years in Sports Journalism, covering high profile sports teams such as the Seattle Seahawks and Mariners, and as founder of Talk Sporty to Me, Jen has mastered the art of having tough conversations under pressure. In this episode of Sticky From The Inside, Jen reveals what leaders can learn from the sports world about facing into tough conversations with clarity, honesty, and respect. From avoiding false praise to creating psychological safety, she shares practical tools to help managers and teams tackle difficult moments without damaging trust. ----more---- Key Takeaways Avoidance erodes trust. Not having tough conversations leaves people guessing — and usually assuming the worst. Be honest with praise. Empty compliments damage credibility; accurate feedback builds respect. Clarity reduces fear. Preparation and specific goals make difficult conversations easier and more effective. Respect the person. Tough moments handled with care can strengthen relationships, not break them. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:10 – Why tough conversations matter more than ever in leadership 0:02:43 – Meet Jen Mueller: Emmy-winning sports journalist and communications coach 0:05:19 – From the side lines to the office: lessons from 25 years in sport 0:09:27 – Why leaders avoid tough conversations (and the cost of silence) 0:15:04 – The danger of false praise and how it kills credibility 0:21:14 – “If you're not willing to have that conversation, you lose trust” 0:26:41 – Clarity, preparation, and why leaders shouldn't “wing it” 0:32:38 – Respect, emotions, and reading the room under pressure 0:38:16 – Turning tough conversations into relationship-building moments 0:43:55 – Jen's three Sticky Notes of advice ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Jen Mueller on LinkedIn here Follow Jen Mueller on Instagram here Follow Jen Mueller on X here here Find the "Talk Sporty To Me" website here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

One of my favorite things about having Patreon sponsors is that they often suggest the most fascinating pieces and topics for shows. Adrian, who sponsored a show last year, gave me one of my favorite prompts when he suggested looking at works based on literature. Now he's sponsored another episode, this time with an equally compelling idea that I was eager to explore right away. His prompt was: “The evolution of conducting techniques throughout recorded history. How have innovations from great conductors changed how music is performed and understood?” As a conductor, the thought of diving into different recordings of a single piece naturally whets my appetite. But the real reason I was so excited about this episode is that interpretation is, in my view, wildly misunderstood. I've tried to tackle this idea in many different ways, in my episode about the sound of the violin with Soovin Kim and my dad, Donald Weilerstein; in my “What Does Music Mean?” episode; and even in “What Does a Conductor Really Do?” But I've never taken a single piece and focused solely on its interpretation, and on how that interpretation has changed over time. This gives us the chance to dig deeply into what makes an interpretation. So today, I'm going to share a set of recordings of one piece (and don't worry, I'll reveal which one in a moment). I'll talk about what sets them apart, both the obvious differences, like pitch and extremes of tempo, and the more subtle ones, like vibrato, phrasing, and other elements of performance that most listeners aren't trained to notice. So, let's do some exploring together, coming right up, on Sticky Notes.

Empathy is often described as a “soft skill” — something nice to have, but not essential for business. But what if we've been thinking about it all wrong? In this episode of Sticky From The Inside, I'm joined by Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller — TEDx speaker, executive coach, host of The Empathic Leader podcast, and author of The Empathic Leader: How EQ via Empathy Transforms Leadership for Better Profit, Productivity, and Innovation. Melissa introduces the idea of practical empathy — empathy as a skill you can develop, measure, and apply every day. We explore why empathy starts at home with self-empathy, the leadership keystone. She explains how reflection and awareness drive better leadership decisions, and why empathy and judgment cannot exist in the same space. Along the way, Melissa shares personal stories, research insights, and practical steps leaders can use to build cultures that are more innovative, more productive, and more human. ----more---- Key Takeaways Self-empathy is the keystone. Leaders can't show empathy for others if they don't first understand and connect with themselves. Reflection builds awareness. Daily self-reflection and awareness of impact create the foundation for better decisions and relationships. Empathy is a skill, not fluff. Practical empathy is skills-based, data-driven, and outcomes-oriented — not just “being nice.” Empathy and judgment can't coexist. Removing judgement opens the door for leaders to grow, connect, and build trust. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:10 – Why empathy matters more than ever in leadership 0:02:45 – Meet Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller: researcher, coach, author 0:05:26 – A career unravelled: when organisations show no empathy 0:07:05 – What Melissa means by “practical empathy” 0:09:43 – Can empathy be learned, or is it innate? 0:12:30 – Defining self-empathy: the leadership keystone 0:16:27 – The role of judgment and why it blocks empathy 0:22:09 – The path to building self-empathy: reflection, awareness, empathy 0:30:28 – How self-empathy leads to corrective action and growth 0:36:38 – Performative empathy: why saying it isn't enough 0:41:56 – The business case: empathy's impact on profit, productivity, and innovation 0:45:51 – Melissa's three Sticky Notes of advice ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller on LinkedIn here Find the EQ via Empathy website here Listen to The Empathic Leader Podcast here Get "The Empathic Leader" book here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

It was a disappointing Saturday for the Tar Heels as they fell to UCF in Orlando...Bryn Renner joins to discuss the game and where Carolina goes from here (3:31)Tar Heel rookie Caleb Wilson joins for an awesome interview (25:45)Plus: Olympic Sports update (45:42), Pod anniversary (50:27) and ACC FB scheduling news (51:26)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SummaryIn this episode, Chase and Chris talk with Allicia, a mom of two and a client of Chris who has been on a powerful health journey over the past year and a half. Allicia opens up about how her life changed after having her second child, going through a divorce, and still choosing to keep showing up for herself.She shares how she went from feeling lost and overwhelmed to confident and strong—both physically and mentally. Allicia talks about the challenges of emotional eating, building new routines, and learning how to believe in herself. She gives honest insight into how coaching helped her push through some of the hardest times in her life, including her identity shift and learning to take “messy action” instead of striving for perfection.If you've ever felt like life was too busy or messy to take care of your health, Allicia's story is the reminder you need that there is never a “perfect time” to start—only the decision to do it anyway.Chapters(00:00) Meet Allicia – Client, Mom, and Community Success Manager(02:00) Allicia's Background and Life in Colorado(04:40) Life Before Coaching: Struggles, Therapy, and Starting Over(07:30) Why Going to the Gym Was So Intimidating(09:00) Mental Health, Confidence, and Doing More with Her Kids(11:15) Starting from the Basics: Form, Nutrition, and Belief(13:00) The Shift in Belief: From Doubt to “I Can Do This”(14:50) Navigating Divorce Without Quitting on Herself(16:25) Real Lifestyle Change: From Lazy Bones to StairMaster Queen(18:45) Learning to Believe in Herself Through Progress(21:00) Emotional Eating, Sticky Notes, and Mindful Coping(24:30) Gaining Control: Cycle Awareness and Communication(27:00) Celebrating Wins: Water Slides, Hiking, and Personal Growth(30:00) Prepping for the Manitou Incline Again(32:45) Letting Go of All-or-Nothing Thinking(34:45) Why She Didn't Quit—Even in the Hardest Times(36:00) Leaning on Coaching for Support and Direction(40:15) Why Conquer Was Different From Anything She's Tried(43:00) Coach Chris on Allicia's Resilience and Growth(46:00) Rewriting 20+ Years of Beliefs in Just 18 Months(47:30) Allicia's Final Advice: There's Never a Perfect TimeSUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS to be answered on the show: https://forms.gle/B6bpTBDYnDcbUkeD7How to Connect with Us:Chase's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changing_chase/Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conquer_fitness2021/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665770984678334/Interested in 1:1 Coaching: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/1on1-coachingJoin The Fit Fam Collective: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/fit-fam-collective

In this episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with licensed professional counselors and authors Helene Zupanc and Beth Valdez to explore the transformative power of sticky note mantras. Their book, Sticky Note Mantras: The Art and Science of Choosing Your Thoughts, blends science, humor, and personal experience to show how short, memorable mantras can rewire the brain, reduce anxiety, and shift negative self-talk into self-compassion. From OCD and ADHD struggles to using humor as a healing tool, Helene and Beth share practical strategies and deeply personal stories that remind us that mental health isn't about overnight change—it's about small, intentional steps that build resilience over time. About the Guests   Helene Zupanc is an OCD specialist and counselor who has turned her lived experience with intrusive thoughts into a therapeutic practice for others. Beth Valdez is a licensed counselor whose creative, humorous, and neuroscience-backed approach makes mental health tools both relatable and effective. Together, they are co-authors of Sticky Note Mantras and passionate advocates for making mental health simple, actionable, and even fun. Key Takeaways   Sticky note mantras are quick, personalized cues that help interrupt negative thought cycles and build healthier mental habits. Humor is a powerful healing tool—it diffuses stress, rewires perspective, and fosters connection. Naming intrusive or anxious thoughts (“that's my anxiety brain”) helps create space to choose healthier responses. Repetition is essential—like brushing your teeth, daily mantras strengthen new neural pathways. Pairing mantras with daily routines (“habit stacking”) reinforces positive self-talk and intentional living. Self-compassion is not optional—it's foundational. Balance, fun, and kindness toward yourself are crucial to sustainable mental health.   Connect with the Guests   Website & Blog: https://stickynotemantras.com/ Book: Sticky Note Mantras: The Art and Science of Choosing Your Thoughts (available online) Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?   DM on PodMatch: Send me a message Check Podcast Shows & Be a Guest:   Tune to all our 19 podcasts Subscribe to Newsletter Join Community Our Services   Business Podcast Management Individual Podcast Management Share Your Story With the World Stay Tuned & Follow Us   Medium YouTube Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Page LinkedIn Twitter Pinterest Share Your Review   Leave a Google Review Submit a Video Testimonial #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #HealthyMindByAvik #MentalHealthAwareness #StorytellingAsMedicine #PodcastLife #PersonalDevelopment #ConsciousLiving #GrowthMindset #MindfulnessMatters #VoicesOfUnity #InspirationDaily #podcast #podcasting #podcaster #podcastlife #podcastlove #podcastshow #podcastcommunity #newpodcast #podcastaddict #podcasthost #podcastepisode #podcastinglife #podrecommendation #wellnesspodcast #healthpodcast #mentalhealthpodcast #wellbeing #selfcare #mentalhealth #mindfulness #healthandwellness #wellnessjourney #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #healthandwellnesspodcast #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #viral #trending #tiktok #tiktokviral #explore #trendingvideo #youtube #motivation #inspiration #positivity #mindset #selflove #success    

Strong business relationships don't happen by accident — they're built with intention, consistency, and genuine care. In this episode of Sticky From The Inside, I'm joined by Brad Englert, business advisor, former CIO at the University of Texas, and author of Spheres of Influence: How to Create and Nurture High-Quality Connections. Brad shares the three keys to build strong business relationships that last. Drawing on decades of leadership experience and client work, he explains how these principles work in practice and why so many leaders unintentionally undermine their relationships by skipping them. We explore real-world stories of trust, missteps, and turning points — from leading complex change to creating partnerships that stand the test of time. Whether you're managing stakeholders, working with clients, or leading a team, Brad's approach will help you build stronger, more mutually beneficial relationships that drive results. ----more---- Key Takeaways Relationships need intention. Strong partnerships aren't built on chance — they're created with purpose and consistency. Know their goals. Understanding someone's aspirations is the first step to earning trust and creating value. Set clear expectations. Misunderstandings shrink when everyone knows what's expected from the start. Care about their success. Genuine care turns transactions into long-term, mutually beneficial relationships. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:10 – Welcome and why relationships matter now 0:03:25 – Meet Brad Englert: advisor, former CIO, author of Spheres of Influence 0:04:08 – From CIO to advisor: lessons that shaped Brad's approach 0:09:40 – Partnerships and trust: the foundation of strong relationships 0:15:38 – When ‘selling' erodes trust (and what to do instead) 0:19:38 – Building relationships with intention inside complex organisations 0:26:04 – A simple system to stay connected and build strong business relationships 0:33:25 – Where to start when you're early in your career or lack influence 0:35:32 – When relationships go wrong: how to reset and repair 0:49:25 – Brad's 3 Sticky Notes of advice ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Brad Englert on LinkedIn here Find the 3 offers on Brad's website here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

In this episode of Daily Influence, Gregg Koleno sits down with Charlie Saffro, founder and CEO of CS Recruiting, TEDx speaker, and advocate for people-first leadership, to explore how everyday actions can spark extraordinary impact. Charlie shares her inspiring journey from unexpected entrepreneur to keynote speaker, and the deeply human philosophies that guide her business and team culture. From hand-written sticky notes that became cherished keepsakes to monthly “shuffles” that build connection in a remote workforce, Charlie reveals how small, intentional gestures can create a lasting ripple of trust, recognition, and belonging. Tune in to hear how she balances people and profit, uses AI to deepen self-awareness, and why she believes we should all “see the person beyond the title.” If you're ready to lead with heart, build deeper connections, and elevate your everyday influence — this conversation is for you. Connect with Charlie and of CS Recruiting https://www.linkedin.com/company/cs-recruiting-llc/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/charliesaffro/

This week's Misfit Minute is all about a tiny tool with a big payoff—sticky notes!

In this episode of Sticky From The Inside, I speak with Dr. Jo Burrell, Chartered Psychologist, Co-Founder of Ultimate Resilience, and named on HR Magazine's “HR Most Influential Thinker” list. Jo has just completed a survey of nearly 1,500 HR practitioners — and the findings are a wake-up call for organisations everywhere. The results? High levels of stress, exhaustion, and burnout across HR teams. These are the very people responsible for safeguarding the physical and mental health of the workforce — yet many are running on empty themselves. We explore why HR's wellbeing is a business-critical issue, the case for HR Supervision, the stigma around showing emotion at work, and how leaders can build psychologically safe workplaces for all. ----more---- Key Takeaways HR is in crisis. Jo's survey of nearly 1,500 HR practitioners reveals widespread stress, burnout, and exhaustion. When HR suffers, so does everyone else. The wellbeing of HR teams underpins the success of all workplace wellbeing strategies. Supervision is a lifeline. HR Supervision offers a safe space to protect and strengthen those responsible for supporting others. Emotion isn't weakness. Tackling the stigma around showing emotion is key to building psychologically safe workplaces. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:01:10 – HR Crisis Behind Workplace Wellbeing 0:03:44 – Meet Dr. Jo Burrell and today's focus on HR wellbeing 0:04:15 – Jo's background and the work of Ultimate Resilience 0:08:25 – The Rachel Reeves moment: why visible emotion hit a nerve 0:11:55 – Why emotion gets judged at work (and what that does to trust) 0:20:16 – Survey spotlight: HR practitioners on stress and wellbeing 0:21:17 – Burnout and anxiety rates vs the general population 0:30:33 – What is HR Supervision? Scope, purpose, and value 0:33:32 – How supervision strengthens HR decision‑making and wellbeing 0:49:25 – Jo's 3 Sticky Notes of advice ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Dr. Jo Burrell on LinkedIn here Find the Ultimate Resilience website here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

I had such a wonderful time joining the jazz podcast You'll Hear It! We talked about the meeting of jazz and classical music, a topic I've explored before, but never in this much depth and never with so much input from jazz musicians and experts like Peter Martin and Adam Maness. We talk about great jazz and classical composers, but we also talk about the strange divide between jazz musicians and classical musicians, trying to break down the barriers that exist between purveyors of these wonderful genres of music. I hope you enjoyed this one as much as I did!  

In this powerful episode, Greg Morley—global DEI leader and author of Bond: Belonging and the Keys to Inclusion & Connection—joins Andy to explore what it really takes to foster belonging in the workplace. Together they unpack: The difference between belonging (how we feel) and bonding (what we do). Why inclusion requires intentional action, not just good vibes or policies. How Greg's global experience across 80+ countries shaped his belief in curiosity as a leadership superpower. What happens when we honour intent, not just punish mistakes. And why real inclusion lives in the middle ground—not the extremes. If you've ever felt stuck in the performative DEI conversation or worried about “saying the wrong thing,” this is a must-listen. Practical, warm, and full of insight. ----more---- Key Takeaways Belonging is a feeling; bonding is a choice. One makes people feel included. The other drives commitment and performance. Inclusion is built through micro-behaviours. It's not a programme—it's what leaders say and do every day, especially when no one's watching. Curiosity is an underrated superpower. It builds bridges, sparks self-worth, and disarms fear—especially in tough conversations. We must reclaim the middle ground. Honouring good intent while correcting mistakes makes inclusion sustainable—not performative or punitive. ----more---- Key Moments The key moments in this episode are: 0:00:10 – Why Inclusion Feels Under Attack in 2025 0:04:14 – Greg Morley's Global DEI Journey 0:13:09 – The Critical Difference Between Belonging and Bonding 0:16:19 – Why Inclusion Isn't a Perk—It's a Performance Strategy 0:19:10 – Curiosity, Culture, and Conversations That Matter 0:30:32 – Making Mistakes, Owning Them, and Moving On 0:36:05 – Allyship, Advocacy, and Action in the Workplace 0:38:01 – Why DEI's Middle Ground Is Where Progress Lives 0:42:32 – Greg's 3 Sticky Notes on Inclusive Leadership ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Listen to the Podcast on YouTube here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Follow the Podcast on Facebook here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Greg Morley on LinkedIn here Find Greg's website here Get the book: BOND here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

Wait… you don't need glitter glue to be creative?  Surprise! In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I chat with Dr. Amy Climer —facilitator, speaker, and author of Deliberate Creative Teams—who's on a mission to bust the myth that creativity is reserved for “artsy” people.Amy drops some serious (and seriously fun) wisdom about how to build team creativity on purpose—not just cross your fingers and hope for an idea to magically pop out during a chaotic Zoom call.She breaks down: 

The ultimate musical showdown: jazz vs classical. We bring in conductor Josh Weilerstein from the Sticky Notes podcast to compare, contrast and find the common ground among these two very different schools of music. From Duke Ellington's swinin' take on Peer Gynt to George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, we explore the tunes and the musicians blurring the line between jazz and classical. Josh, Adam and Peter each bring their own picks to the conversation, and have the best time breaking it all down.Nerdy? Extremely. Snobby? A little. Fun? Heck yeah!In this episode you'll hear:- Ravel's Piano Concerto in G Major: Herbie Hancock vs the Cleveland Orchestra- How Duke Ellington made classical standards swingin'- Why Bartók matters to modern music - Two very different interpretations of Rhapsody In Blue- Brubeck's Blue Rondo à la Turk: no improv, still loose- Miles Davis and Gil Evans doing Adagio

Feel like you can't stay focused long enough to finish anything? In today's episode, I'm teaching you one of my favorite ADHD-friendly strategies: the Sticky Note Method. It's simple, it's visual, and it works with your brain—not against it. This method helps you see your progress, stay focused in short bursts, and build momentum without getting overwhelmed. I'll walk you through how to use it step-by-step, share practical tips for success, and give ideas for how to make it part of your daily rhythm—especially if you struggle with executive function. You'll also learn how to use this tool for accountability, motivation, and even rest—because breaks after the sticky note feel way better than breaks during it. If this episode blessed you, leave a review! Thank you so much! - XO JOIN The Accountability Club COACHING Schedule a 15-Minute Consultation  FREE Daily Reset Checklist SHOP Workbooks, Workshops, & MORE! DO YOUR WILL Mama Bear Legal 20% Off with code: H&H20 2025 PLANNER At-A-Glance Harmony Planner

Carolina blasted Virginia Tech in Blacksburg on Tuesday (4:35) and is playing its best basketball as it prepares for the second meeting of the season with Duke (19:47)FB Spring practice has begun in Chapel Hill with a distinctly different feel (40:12)RJ Davis joins to discuss his decorated career at Carolina (49:27)Plus: 5SecondChallenge (1:26:12), 1000 hours of Pod (1:44:02) and Story Time (1:46:58)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Voici un épisode bonus spécial de Sticky Notes en français, en avant-première de mes concerts avec l'Orchestre National de Lille, présentant la 13e symphonie de Shostakovich. Si vous souhaitez écouter la version anglaise de cet épisode, elle est disponible dans les archives. Je m'excuse pour toute mauvaise prononciation en cours de route, et j'espère que vous l'apprécierez ! This is a special bonus episode of Sticky Notes in French ahead of my concerts with the Orchestre National de Lille, featuring Shostakovich's 13th symphony. If you would like to listen to the English version of this episode, it is available in the archives. Apologies for any mis-prononciations along the way, and I hope that you enjoy it! 

Magician, Swiss Watchmaker, Aloof, Elegant, Precise, Soulful, Childlike, Naive, Warm: these are all words that have been used to describe Maurice Ravel, a man of elegant contradictions. But perhaps these contradictions are why his music remains so beloved and universally appealing to so many musicians and audience members. Ravel has long been one of my favorite composers, and I always adore listening to his music and performing it. For the 150th anniversary of his birth, the legendary publishing house of G Henle has decided to focus on Ravel and his circle this year, calling this series Ravel and Friends. A few months ago, the Henle office contacted me to ask if I would be willing to collaborate with them on a series of Sticky Notes episodes about Ravel, each one focusing on the relationship between Ravel and another composer who was in his circle. This sounded like an amazing idea, and so I jumped at the chance to work with them. So, over the course of the next 5-6 months, you will be seeing 5 episodes under the Ravel and Friends theme. Today's episode will be a chance to do an overview on Ravel himself and to take a look at some major works that I haven't gotten around to covering on the show yet. We'll then finish the show with an interview with the great pianist Boris Giltburg, as we discuss the solo piano verison of Ravel's La Valse, one of the most challenging pieces in the entire repertoire. Later episodes will include a look at Ravel's relationships with Debussy, Gershwin, and De Falla, and much more! This is such an exciting chance to take a deeper look at one of the greatest 19th and 20th century composers, as well as take a look at the broader musical and social trends of that era, something I've always been deeply interested in. Join us!