Podcasts about what inspires you

In this episode of The Highlight Real, I chop it up with Dono (@justdono_), a rising star from Cincinnati who's ready to take the music industry by storm! In this raw and honest conversation, we dive into her incredible journey from walking off stage in middle school to becoming a confident artist ready to compete with the best. From sleeping on couches in LA to recording with artists in Atlanta, Dono shares her story of persistence, growth, and unwavering faith. She opens up about finding her voice through poetry, developing her unique flow, and why she believes Atlanta is the perfect place for her breakthrough moment. Watch as we discuss everything from parts her creative process and musical influences to how she uses songwriting to process emotions and communicate. You'll hear about her collaborations, studio sessions, and why she's absolutely certain she's ready for what's next. This is more than just another artist interview - it's a story about believing in yourself, chasing your dreams relentlessly, and knowing when you're ready to take that next big step. Whether you're an aspiring artist or just someone with big dreams, Dono's perspective will inspire you to keep pushing forward. Her confidence is contagious and her story will remind you that with God, determination, and raw talent, anything is possible. You can also watch her on season 2 of Netflix's Rhythm and Flow! Tune in! Follow Us: - The Highlight Real: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thehighlightreal__/⁠ - Dono: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/justdono_/ - Jhariah: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jhariahw/⁠ #thehighlightreal #cincinnati #rhythmandflow #dono #hiphop #atlanta CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:48 - Dono: Rising Star 02:19 - Why Atlanta 07:20 - How Dono Got Into Music 09:09 - Message in Music: Inspiration and Impact 12:21 - Unforgettable Memories 17:48 - Childhood Memories 19:23 - Artistic Development 24:15 - Hardest Part of the Journey 25:28 - Dono's Theory 28:32 - What Inspires You the Most 30:13 - Healthy Communication 32:55 - Becoming a Better Communicator 34:15 - How Often Do You Write 38:35 - The Process of Punching In 40:18 - Your Influences 43:20 - Nervous About Your Music 45:32 - Best Part of Your Journey 48:40 - Final Thoughts 49:53 - OUTRO

Hearing Eric's story reminds me of my upbringing - growing up in the shadow of smart siblings. Like Steve Jobs, former Apple CEO said, "we can't connect the dots looking forward, we can only connect the dots looking backward." Eric Byron is an experienced educator, technologist and has worked in Disney for over 10 years. He is the host of the "The Education Innovators Podcast". Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:19 What Inspires You? 03:12 How to Accept Failures? 05:38 How to Manage Risks? 12:03 Growing Up with Two Smart Brothers! 15:50 I Worked in a Funeral Home! 22:00 What I Learned from DEATH 26:00 From Funeral Home to Disneyland? 30:45 The SECRET I Found Out from my Dad 34:00 Have You Seen GHOSTS? 37:40 I Went to Work for Disney! 39:28 IT Guys Don't Hug! 40:30 Tips to Stay Married for 38 Years! 43:40 How to Love Your Partner 48:20 "Issue not Tissue!" 49:28 Should Kids Go to School? 51:58 How Do You Feel About AI and Smart Phones? 57:52 How Did You Discover Your Superpower? 1:02:00 Guest's Question for You

Eric Byron is an experienced educator, technologist and has worked in Disney for over 10 years. He is the host of the "The Education Innovators Podcast". Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:19 What Inspires You? 03:12 How to Accept Failures? 05:38 How to Manage Risks? 12:03 Growing Up with Two Smart Brothers! 15:50 I Worked in a Funeral Home! 22:00 What I Learned from DEATH 26:00 From Funeral Home to Disneyland? 30:45 The SECRET I Found Out from my Dad 34:00 Have You Seen GHOSTS? 37:40 I Went to Work for Disney! 39:28 IT Guys Don't Hug! 40:30 Tips to Stay Married for 38 Years! 43:40 How to Love Your Partner 48:20 "Issue not Tissue!" 49:28 Should Kids Go to School? 51:58 How Do You Feel About AI and Smart Phones? 57:52 How Did You Discover Your Superpower? 1:02:00 Guest's Question for You

In episode 293, Matt & Jan bring you another ASK 5 mash-up. We delve deep into the hearts and minds of our distinguished guests from season 2. "What Inspires You?" is not just a question; it's a journey through the diverse landscapes of motivation and creativity that fuels our industry's thought leaders. From personal triumphs to professional milestones, each of our nine guests shares their unique sources of inspiration, offering a glimpse into what drives their success and innovation. Join us on WBNL Coaching's latest podcast episode for an inspiring mash-up celebrating the passion and perseverance shaping our industry's future. Tune in and be inspired to find your own spark in their stories. Find our show notes at https://www.wbnlcoaching.com/podcast

What Inspires You? Today, we embark on a heartening journey exploring inspiration—the lifeblood of our creativity and motivation. Have you ever paused to marvel at the early morning sun casting golden hues or the heartfelt laughter of a child? While we often search for inspiration in grand moments, it's life's quiet whispers that truly touch our souls. Like Jane, a writer who, amidst a creative block, found her muse in a delicate flower blooming amidst the concrete. That tiny, resilient flower led her to pen a best-selling novel. Our daily lives brim with such unsung heroes and moments, from the elderly neighbor with an ever-present smile to the determined ant climbing your window pane. Inspiration matters; it fuels our passion, pushing us to think outside the box and remain resilient. How can we better sense this everyday inspiration? By being present. Observing our surroundings, engaging in conversations, and embracing challenges. Every individual carries a treasure trove of stories and perspectives. Even in adversity, there's inspiration to be found—after all, stars can't shine without darkness. So, as we wrap up, take a moment to look around. Find joy in the mundane, see the extraordinary in the ordinary, and let the world inspire you How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/

In our third "B Inspired" episode, Joe shares the multiple meanings behind his art as expression as man's necessity for survival and especially his current series that contains elements from cave art and native cultures. Always a fascinating interview, Joe's knowledge of spiritual matters that comes largely from his wide reading and life experiences--first as a cult member and then as a deprogrammer--is mind-opening. An award-winner in Studio B's "What Inspires YOU?" exhibit, he articulates the many inspirations behind his work.

In Episode 257, co-hosts Matt Emerson & Jan O'Brien present an ASK 5! Mash-up!  Question 4: "What Inspires You?"  Let's see what inspires our Season 1 guests... Find our show notes at https://www.wbnlcoaching.com/podcast.

Awarded “Best in Show”…again…at Studio B's exhibit “What Inspires YOU?” native New Yorker and graduate from Fordham University with a degree in psychology followed by several years studying at the School of Visual Arts, Jim Meehan's mission is to be obscure, to retain a bit of mystery. An admirer of the surrealist painters, he draws “from his head”—as if he's explaining something to himself, “working it out,” surprising himself a bit. A cartoonist like his father, Jim worked at the New York Daily News, in advertising while building his portfolio, and drew whenever his Mr. Mom duties allowed—he works in pen and ink on paper, acrylic on canvas, and mixed media collage—always hoping to create something of interest to himself and entertaining for others. 

What Inspires You? Psalm 55

~Madeline DeGuilio Planting your seeds -What you send out to "the universe" you receive back. I am a Firm Believer in this! We are all attracting things into our lives, 24/7, subconsciously, What do you think of when you hear the word “manifestation”? To me, it's more about taking small but consistent steps toward the RIGHT things. But how do we know what the right things are? Well, that's where manifestation, and specifically visualization, comes in. I believe in visualizing a picture of the life we want and getting ultra-specific in what that looks like: where we live, the type of home we have, our family, our daily routines, our income, our work life, our relationships, our free time… all of it. Magazine & Podcast Spotlight I'm a mother of 3 amazing kids, I enjoy helping others on their journeys, I love traveling, and keeping in shape, writing, and making healing journeys. TELL ME ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS. My business covers a lot of different aspects of spirituality; I offer readings, coaching, and healing. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? My children and watching others transform their lives NAME ONE THING YOU WANT TO BE REMEMBERED FOR. Transforming my pain into love and helping others do the same. If you would like to learn more about Manifesting Your Best Life; you can find Madeline DeGuilio at Facebook - www.facebook.com/InsightswithMadeline BE'OF Podcast - https://www.spotify.com/BE'OF Podcast for more podcasts with Madeline DeGuilio BE'OF Magazine - Amazon.com/Sharon Gulley - anyflip.com/SharonGulley

In this episode, Special Guest Dario and I, discuss What Inspires You and What are you Grateful for? It is a special YouTube episode as well. Check it out on my YouTube Channel, Mister Todd's Corner, on Friday, June 3rd, 2022. Follow Dario on Instagram @2012dmc Thank you for Listening - Mister Todd www.mistertoddscorner.com/podcast www.tatt-teeshirts.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mister-todd/support

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/full-for-2022Parents have FINALLY seen the light and realized that camp is important…so how to we make the most of it?We have heard from many camp owners that camp registration is going really well and many of us have had  “waitlists” for many months.What do we do with those waitlists if we can't get them in this summer? Is it too early to have them think about or dare we say hold a spot for 2023? Can we even afford to start thinking about 2023 registration when the 2022 season hasn't even started? Well, we think we have the person to talk about all of this and more. We are happy to welcome back, making his return to the show Eric Wittenberg. Eric is the CEO of Camper Machine, a marketing agency that helps camp operators with camper recruitment and sophisticated approaches to automated marketing and targeted communication strategies. Eric has grown up at camp, directed camp, started camps and has become a valued resource in helping camp owners market their message to existing and potential camp families. Welcome back Eric!-Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: The Culture Question - How to Create a Workplace Where People Like to WorkKelly: Book I'd like to use at staff training to practice daily meditation: Eric: Thinking in Bets - Annie Duke-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsStuart Jones - President - Outpost Summer Camps-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/staff-not-the-sameChange it up, pivot, flex, whatever you want to call it, we can't keep doing “staffing” the way we've always done it.As we inch our way towards summer our staffing is coming together and we're gaining a fuller picture of what our teams will look like this summer.  We're also gaining insight into where our staff are at coming into summer through our interviews, returning staff check ins and conversations. Similar to last year, we are realizing that our staff are not the same as they were prior to the pandemic. What does this mean for us as camp owners and directors?  Are there changes we need to make as an institution in how we train and mentor our young staff?  Has there been a shift around who's applying, how they're applying.  As leaders in our industry it might be time to take a deep breath and look at how things are different and how we're going to respond.  Lead with a lens focused on humility and learning.  Our guest today Stuart Jones, President of Outpost Summer Camps located in San Diego, California. Stuart is passionate about child development and best practices.  We're excited to have him join us for this conversation.Listen in as we discuss:From your perspective, how are our young people going to be coming to camp differently than they have in the past?Talk to us about your sense of needing to “take a big breath” and look at things differently as camp leadersIs this a type of “reckoning” for the camp industry?How do we use this knowledge to positively impact staff training and camp this summer? What other changes do we need to make to the way we've always done things?-What Inspires You? Find this at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/staff-not-the-same-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsStuart Jones - President - Outpost Summer Camps-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/healthy-camp-2022Keep it safe, keep it healthy, rock it this summer.Keeping our camps healthy has never been important and we are excited to have Tracey Gaslin to discuss what we should all be thinking about as we plan for the summer. From COVID in 2022, to health center staffing we look forward to touching on many of the hot topics that camp owners would be thinking about as they work towards maintaining a healthy camp.Listen in as we discuss:For those that are unfamiliar, tell us about the Association of Camp NursingLet's discuss COVID in 2022. What is the current state of COVID and what should camp owners be thinking about?Staffing at camp is a big priority this summer. What are you hearing about staffing Camp Health Centers? What should camp owners be thinking about for overall camp health, especially in the area of mental, emotional, and social health?What might be some key recommendations for summer 2022 as we prepare and plan?-Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Resource for young or new staff regarding supervising for the first time: book “It's ok to be the boss” by Bruce TolgenKelly: Training at the Winnekota Leadership Conference, keynote speaker Sarah Kurtz McKinnon w/ the Summer Camp SocietyTracey: Quote: “Courage, courage is sometimes the quiet voice at the end of the day saying I Will Try Again Tomorrow” by an-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsTracey Gaslin - Executive Director - Alliance for Camp Health-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/understanding-gen-z-2022It's a new generation of staff at camp and we need to GET. IT. RIGHT!As we all navigate staffing this summer, understanding our workforce has never been more important. The impact of the pandemic on Gen-Z has resulted in the need to better connect, support and adapt to the needs of this important age group. We are excited to have Adam Baranker, the Assistant Director of Jeff Lake Day Camp in Sussex County New Jersey to talk about this important topic and to share his insight.Listen in as we discuss:Let's define Gen-Z and the group they typically represent at our campsWhat are pitfalls can camp owners avoid when recruiting/engaging/interacting with Gen Z?How have you adapted and what do you want camp owners to know to best relate and/or interact with Gen-Z?-Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Book “The Coaching Habit” by Michael Bungay StainerKelly: Book  “The Enneagram & You” by Gina GomezAdam: “I'm not making fun of it, I'm just having fun with it” quote from a 14yr old camper-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsAdam Baranker - Assistant Director - Jeff Lake Day Camp-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Coffee Break 12 - What Inspires You? No one stumbles into ministry. We were all called. No one would choose this unless they were called, right? Ministry is hard work—much of which is done behind the scenes. Sometimes we can get caught up in the routines of the work to the point where we run out of time to do the things which really inspire us. Don't get me wrong, I'm grateful for emails and texts…but they don't inspire me. I love meetings, but I'm rarely inspired by them. In my training I participated in a course called Christian Vocation. We explored what it means to live out a calling. One day we focused on what inspires us. They had an exercise for us to do to identify our inspiration. We did free-writing for 5 minutes on two statements. Free-writing is when you don't stop writing for a designated amount of time. You just start writing whatever thought comes to your head. If you don't have anything to write, then you write that—I don't have anything to write—until something come to mind. We did 5 minutes of free-writing to finish two statement…one at a time. The irst was this, “I love it when…” I began writing for 5 minutes based on that intro. I love it when… I wrote and wrote about things and instances and dreams which brought great joy to me. The second was, “I get angry when…” 5 minutes: “I get angry when…” https://10bibleverses.com/scripture-quotes/what-are-the-top-10-bible-verses/ I wrote and wrote about things that really bothered me and incited anger within me. After we finished, we divided into groups of 3 or 4 and took turns reading each other's free-writings. I was amazed at what I saw. No one wrote about what I did when it came to what they love or what made them angry. I had written about unity, connection, respect, dignity…and then lack of unity, connection, respect dignity. A friend wrote about nature and trees and then pollution and destruction. Another wrote about women's rights and then about sex-trafficking. The point was to figure out where our heart was focused. On what work inspires us and fulfills the longing of our souls. We were encouraged to get involved in some what with the things that inspire us. I don't know why I had assumed people loved and got angry about the same things I did. They didn't. And I didn't spend time dreaming and steaming about the things they did either. We realized that we are all given gifts and perspectives that vary. As a group of people, we were inspired to address a very high number of things in our community and world. It's as if…we are all needed and all inspired to serve different needs. Which is, of course, the truth. You are needed and the need God has for you involves your inspiration. You may assume others see what you see, but they don't. Others may assume you need to be inspired by what inspires them…but you may not be; and that's okay. If you've been feeling like something is missing… That you love life and ministry and your family and everything else you can name…but you also feel like there's more for you… try free-writing to see what it has to teach you. We are made to be inspired. We are made to be uniquely inspired. We are made to be a part of a larger body where many needs can be served together. So, my friend, go and find yours. Find what gets your heart pumping with both joy and frustration. Spend time in prayer about WHY those things get your heart pumping. Offer a prayer to God to help you live into what inspires you…and see where God takes you. Message brought to you by Rev. Joseph Sanford from The Sanford Curriculum written by Joseph and Lauren Sanford and available on sundayschool.store Music brought to you by The Muse Maker: themusemaker.com https://sundayschool.store/collections/easter-curriculum-for-childrens-ministry https://youthgroupministry.com/lessons/prodigal-son-youth-lesson-luke-15-gods-forgiveness-lesson/

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/onboarding-leadership-teamOur first chance to set the example of how intentionally we treat people at our camp. Here's how to get it right.Today's topic is proof that current employment trends impact camps similar to other industries across the country. We've heard lots of talk regarding the turnover in leadership team members at recent camp conferences and gatherings. As we prepare for summer and staff training, we'd like to discuss the onboarding of new leadership team members and how we prepare them for this new role at camp. Our guest today is Ryan Rosen, owner and director of Camp Kinneret, a summer day camp located in Agoura Hills, California. Ryan is also the owner of Camptivities (one of our generous sponsors, thank you Ryan), a scheduling tool designed just for camps.Listen in as we discuss:How have you seen this play out at your camp?What does this look like in regards to onboarding and training our new leadership team members?What are the best practices you utilize? Any tools or resources that make this process easier?What are the biggest lessons take-aways from this process?-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Article: Connect with Empathy, But Lead with Compassion - https://hbr.org/2021/12/connect-with-empathy-but-lead-with-compassionKelly: Alumni staff member sharing their keynote speaker at General Mills relation to what they learned at camp. Ryan: Conversations with long-term staff members about next steps, growth at camp, becoming a better human through camp. Through conversation discussed that your time at camp doesn't have to be over if that's where you want to be. Have now developed a new position that meets their needs and camps. -Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsRyan Rosen - Owner & Director - Camp Kinneret & Founder - Camptivities-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/staff-resentmentWe can't just keep saying “we know this is a hard job” and then expecting the same commitment year after year.We're grateful to Andy and Liz Kimmelman for joining on this episode on sharing how they are flipping their mindset from staff retention to staff resentment. These two incredibly forward-thinking professionals share both the philosophical AND extremely practical ways that camp owners and directors can begin to meet the true needs of this changing staff workforce.Andy, Liz Howie and Kelly go deep into:Why shift to focus on staff resentment?How have you seen this play out at your camp? What should camp owners be doing to assess levels of resentment? -Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Your best year ever, by Michael HyattKelly: Influence is Your Superpower, by Zoe ChanceAndy: Brene Brown's decision to pause her podcast on Spotify - making that decision with curiosity and listening Liz: The band, the “Linda Lindas” - they live into the punk rock value and vibe of questioning the patriarch  - Podcast “The Pen Pals” - with Daniel and Rory -Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsLiz & Andy Kimmelman - Owner/Director - Tumbleweed Day Camp-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/first-gen-camp-familiesWe want as many families to experience the joy of camps, so here's how to make it as accessible as possible for families that have no idea what camp even is. Over two-thirds of kids in the US DON'T go to summer camp and many of them don't even know that it exists. That means that there are kids out there who don't even know the potential of a summer in a positive community. That means is should be our goal, no, our MISSION, to reach out to them and give them a chance to say YES to a summer that can change their lives forever.To help us break this down we welcome Max Claman to the show to share his experiences as a camp staff, director and consultant. Max has some deep thoughts on how to bring in new families to the camp experience and we're grateful to have him share his time with us.Tune in to this episode to hear Max share:Who exactly are ‘First-Gen Families?Why aren't First-Gen families interested in summer camp?What are ‘First-Gen Families' looking for in a camp? -Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Adam Grant's Instagram Account - great leadership quotesKelly: Book “Professional Troublemaker” by Luvvie Ajayi Jones: “We have to become professional troublemakers: people who are committed to not letting fear talk them out of the things they need to do or say to live free.”Max: Basketball (the plays at the end are last minute, drawing it up on the sidelines)  vs. Football (practice, plays, very organized) - both just like camp - be prepared but also be ready to drop a play in the moment-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsMax Claman - Principal - VestEd Consulting-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/state-of-camps-2022How have the ACA, it's members, and directors all around the world supported the industry through the pandemic and where are we all at now?We're grateful to have Scott Brody, ACA Board Chair and a fellow camp owner and director to share his thoughts on the work of the ACA throughout the pandemic, the work forward and the things that owners and directors should be thinking about as they move forward.Tune in to this episode to hear Scott share:Can you give us a big picture view of the state of the state of camping for 2022?What is important for camp owners to know? Are there any action items for camp owners or things they can do on a local level to support these initiatives?What do you see coming down the pipe for the future?-Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Effortless by Greg McKeown - How to reach a feeling of effortless doing challenging and essential projectsKelly: Conversations with returning staff members and their “why” for choosing to come back to campScott: Hopes and Fears: working with todays independent school parents by Robert Evans and Michael Thompson-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsScott Brody - National Board Chair - American Camp Association & Owner+Director - Camps Kenwood & Evergreen-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/family-business-transitions-the-pandemicSuccession, but the feel-good campy version of it!Todays topic is one that is near and dear Howie. His family has owned our day camp for 60 years and completed a generational change in leadership and ownership within the last 10. They are now at the beginning of our 3rd generation of family leadership at camp and anticipate that they will have to consider another transition sometime in the future. Our guests Jeff and Brooke Cheley are the Directors of Cheley Colorado Camps who have experienced a chapter of family transition in their camp ownership and operation. We are excited to speak with them about their experience, lessons learned and advice about transition in a pandemic and beyond. Welcome to the show Jeff & Brooke!-Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Finish What You Start - Peter HollinsKelly: Audrey Monke Podcast with author of Entitlemania, Episode 101-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsJeff and Brooke Cheley - Directors - Cheley Colorado Camps-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/partnering-with-staff-parentsIt's time to stop fighting the parents of our staff team.On the heels of the very successful ACA staffing summit this past fall, we wanted to have Deb Gilboa “Dr.G” return to the show to discuss one of the topics that was a bit of a buzz for all the camp pro's out there. Partnering with Your Staff Parents.We look forward to hearing Dr. G's perspective which just may change our attitudes and approaches to our recruitment efforts, developing excellent staff behaviors and driving retention by engaging, setting boundaries, and opening to a partnership with parents of our staffAs many of our listeners know “Dr. G,” is a leading parenting and youth development expert, family physician, international speaker, author, and media expert. Her straightforward advice (always accompanied by good humor) helps wade through the stress, doubt, and guilt that all parents and educators feel at one time or another. A lifelong camper, she has a knowing admiration for counselors and administrators who play a key role in shaping the campers around them. Welcome back to the Camp Owners Podcast Dr.G!-Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!)(click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-Thanks for listening!-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: https://www.cnbc.com/2017/02/01/why-pepsico-ceo-indra-nooyi-writes-letters-to-her-employees-parents.htmlDr. G: http://wecandohardthingspodcast.com-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsDr. Deborah Gilboa - “Dr. G”, Parenting, Youth Development & Resiliency Expert - www.askdoctorg.com-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/buying-a-camp-due-diligenceYou asked for more about buying a camp… so here it is!We are pleased to have Rob Heming join us on today's episode. Rob has been the go-to person for many buyers and sellers of camps for over 25 years. A camp professional for over 40, Rob is a successful real estate agent in Canada and has particular expertise in facility and operations. He has consulted and brokered many camp purchase deals over the years and we feel that he is the perfect guest to give us insight on the due diligence necessary when buying a camp.Tune in to this podcast to hear about:What is due diligence when buying a camp? Difference between financial and facility/operational due diligence.How has it changed over the years?Advice and wisdom for those considering buying a camp.-Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!)(click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: Enneagram Test: https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test Howie: Simon Simek's book “Leaders Eat Last”Rob: 23 year old niece's food bank she's created to serve others after her own life-changing circumstances: Georgian Bay Food Network-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsRob Heming - Ontario Summer Camp Realty Expert and Realtor - https://www.campscanadarealty.com/-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

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Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/buying-a-campAn investment that changes lives…especially yours!Kelly & Howie welcome Dan Zenkel to the show to discuss buying a camp and the things any of us should be thinking about in making this big investment.Dan wears and has worn a number of hats in the camping world. He is currently the owner of the Berskhire Soccer Academy in Otis, Massachusetts. He is a partner in The Camp Professionals, which helps folks buy and sell camps, and he is an advisor to North American Camp Trust, a not-for-profit that purchases for-profit camps and turns them into not-for-profits. In 1997, Dan co-founded CampGroup, and served as its CEO until 2009. During his time at CampGroup, he spearheaded the acquisition and start-up of 12 summer camps, and, since then he has purchased two camps on his own and has assisted or advised on the purchase and sale of approximately 20 more throughout the country. He comes with a wealth of experience and insight on the topic of buying camps.Tune in to this podcast to hear about:Key considerations when buying a campHow COVID has impacted the process - positive and negativeWhat we know now that wish we knew thenFinal words of wisdom before taking the leap.-Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!)(click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Find these at - https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/buying-a-camp -Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsDan Zenkel - Managing Principal - The Camp Professionals-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/reorganizing-leadershipThe best time to do a re-org is yesterday. The second best time is after a pandemic. The third best time is now. Kelly & Howie welcome back Jeff Bradshaw to the show for a discussion about re-organizing leadership responsibilities and structure at our camps. What triggers these types of moves and how has the last two year influenced a closer examination of our organizational structure.Tune in to this podcast to hear about:Jeff shares about his recent reorganizationHis motivators to do this When you say yes to one thing, what are you saying no to?What have you learned in the process? -Bonus Content!RACSI / RACI Analysis-Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!)(click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: ACA Staffing Summit, Keynote Quote “What got you here, won't necessarily get you there” also, the book MAID by Stephanie LandHowie: “Leadership is the liberation of talent” by Mark MessierJeff: Looking internally, taking the time to celebrate what we've done-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsJeff Bradshaw - Founder and Executive Director - Camp Wenonah-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/rethink-re-org-staffingWhat to do when it feels like you need to rethink EVERYTHING?Summer 2022 is the time.What more of a kick in the butt do you need? Staff need to be paid equitably, programs need to be rethought, value-added means something totally different nowadays and we need to be ready.And here's the thing - PEOPLE WANT CAMP. They need it more than ever.So demand is up. How do we meet the need?We need to bring some serious brainpower to this conversation - so why have one Podcast hosting team when you could have TWO!?Joining Kelly and Howie is Sam Thompson and Andy Pritikin, the co-hosts of Go Camp Pro's The Day Camp Pod.Together, they will take an initial dive into two of the hottest issues in camp right now - staffing and re-organization.We can't wait another second. Let's dive in.-Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!)(click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Back next episode!-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska CampsAndy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park District-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/spouses-as-partnersWhen your life partner, is also your business partner…can it work?So here we are, into our 3rd season and we are taking the plunge to have our spouses and business partners join us for an episode. Not sure if this will morph into couples therapy but we know so many of our colleagues share their lives personally and professionally with each other and some may be considering it. We hope the 4 of us can provide some insight into what I know the 4 of us feel is an incredibly rewarding experience, fully aware that it's not for everyone.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutDescribe for us what your camp business partnership looks like, big picture and day-to-day How do you make it work-How was the summer for each of us - what was our lensHow will your roles at camp change over the next few years-Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes? Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!) (click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: Bob Ditter webinar “I survived summer 2021 and I need help” Howie: Quote from Ted Lasso: “a good mentor hopes you'll move on, a great mentor knows you will.”Peter: Book “ The 5: Where will you be in 5 years”Sari: FAT City: Frustration, Anxiety and Tension. Rick Lavoie. Socialthinking.com is another amazing resource. -Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps -Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

“What Inspires You?” My working hypotheses is that humanity is under-inspired. Over-saturated with comparison and maybe even lust to live the lives of others… but under inspired. Envy is not inspiration… stalking someones instagram account or Facebook page or TikTok can totally be what inspires you, but I would encourage you to even challenge that inclination inside of you. Inspiration is something that you take in that brings life to something inside of you. Definition ; the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. Definition 2 ; the drawing in of breath; inhalation. I love these beautifully intertwining definitions. “What are you breathing in that is bringing something great out of you?” --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kevin-ilich/message

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/back-in-the-saddleWe're back! Let's get to work.We're delighted to be back for a 3rd season and to have you along for the ride with us! It's been a heck of a summer for everyone and after a bit of a breather, we're ready to get back to doing everything we can to push the industry forward.This episode is all about how we're getting our heads on straight and being ready to push on towards an even better 2022!What are you thinking about right now? What topics would you like to hear this season? If you have a thought, send our producer, Matt an email at matt@gocamp.pro and we'll be sure to put it on the list!Enjoy!Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutLead Up to Summer After Final PodcastHow was the summer?Silver Linings: Reflections, What did we do that we'll always do, moving forwardTopics We'd Like To Explore For Future Episodes  -Thanks for listening!Do you read the show notes?  Let us know - click the following link to receive 10% off a lifetime subscription of Go Camp Pro's 5-Minute Fridays. (psst. Even if you don't buy anything, clicking this link will still help!)(click here - https://bit.ly/pod-notes-discount)-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg - https://charlesduhigg.comHowie: Adam Grant's Instagram Feed https://www.instagram.com/adamgrant/?hl=en-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps -Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 50+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/ownerspodCamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com 

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/empowering-staff-to-actWho better to wrap up another great season with, than our friend Gabrielle Raill.I don't know about you Howie but one of the worst things at the end of the summer, as a camp owner or director, is to find out that one of your staff members has been upset about something all summer or a group of counselors has been talking about something you had no idea was an issue. When this happens it creates misunderstandings, missed opportunities for staff improvement and a potentially toxic staff culture. The very talented Gabrielle Raill, Director, Camp Ouareau and Co-Host of CampCode is our guest today to share her A.C.T. strategy that empowers staff to ACT so they don't talk behind your back.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutWhat is A.C.T.?How do you see this approach to staff empowerment being even more important this summer? Tips on training supervisors to be skilled at facilitating this?In what ways could our counsellors use this with their campers?-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest you'd like to hear on an upcoming show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change The Way You Lead Forever by Michael Bungay Stainer - also was guest on Brene Brown PodcastHowie: Advocacy letter writing campaign to the Premier - incredibly emotional and heart warming to hear them speak to the need for camp and “because of camp” messages.Gabrielle: Brandi Carlile - Broken Horses-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Gabrielle Raill, Camp Director - Camp Ouareau-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/CamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/state-of-our-industry-2021What will Summer Camp look like in 5 years? We've brought in the next best thing to a crystal ball. Welcome, Travis Allison!As we approach the start of the camp season, after the year we have all had and continue to have, we thought it would be great to have a conversation with Travis Allison, the Co-Founder of Go Camp Pro and someone so familiar to all of us in the industry. He is the co-host of the Camp Hacker Podcast and is responsible for all of the podcasts on the Go Camp Pro podcast network and is the person who brought us together. Travis is also the incoming president of the Canadian Camping Association. Our goal is to have an open discussion on important topics of the last year and get Travis's take on the industry in general. Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutCamp as a businessPromoting and Marketing campSocial Justice at CampsWhat do the next 5 years look like?-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest you'd like to hear on an upcoming show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: If your camp cup is low,find a chance to see one of your campers faces - just what we need right now to get us to the first day of camp.Howie: Book by Edith Eger “The Gift: 12 Lessons to Save Your LIfe” https://amzn.to/3u2mB1LTravis: “God Is Change, and Change Is God” from The Parable of the Sword by Octavia E. Butler- change is going to happen and will always happen in camp https://amzn.to/3tfUgUF-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Travis Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - Go Camp Pro-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/CamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/virtual-staff-training-2021No matter how much time you have left, you still have time. to make your virtual training the best it can be!As we enter into our final weeks of planning we wanted to be as relevant and helpful as possible for fellow camp owners and directors.  Staff training is one of the most important aspects of the success of camp and this summer many of us are offering virtual components.  Our executive producer and co-host of the First Class Counsellors podcast Matt Honsberger is here to help us make the most out of our virtual training and relieve some of the stress that we may be feeling as we deliver new and innovative ways to prepare our staff and maintain positive connections, even when we're online.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutHow do we make the most of the time we spend with staff virtually?What are the big “to-dos” and “to not dos” in the virtual training world?How do we double-check for knowledge when they arrive in person? Do we need to?How do you foster the social connections and support systems when we're in the virtual world?-Bonus LinkConversation Starters World Website - https://conversationstartersworld.com/ Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest you'd like to hear on an upcoming show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Find these at https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/virtual-staff-training-2021-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Matt Honsberger - Executive Producer of Podcasting & Consultant - Go Camp Pro-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/CamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/team-building-virtuallyNo matter what your summer looks like, kids will need team and character development activities! Michelle Cummings is here to help.As we approach the final stages of summer prep, staff training is an integral piece of our summer success. Many camps are planning for virtual training, in-person training or a hybrid of both. Our guest today has been an expert in our industry on in-person team building and has now established herself as a virtual team-building resource as a result of our need to shift to an online space over the past year.  We're excited to have Michelle Cummings, of Training Wheels share with us her best practices for team building both in person and virtually as well as ideas we can all implement with our staff this summer.Tune in to this episode to hear aboutIn your opinion, what are the founding principles of team building that must be there for success?Talk to us about shifting to virtual team building and what can you share with camp directors and owners attempting their own virtual trainings this year? Virtual Scavenger Hunts/Escape Rooms.What are your go to training activities for camps that our listeners could consider adding this summer?Where do signed waivers fit into the relationship? For on-site testing, contracting COVID or activity participation in general.Where do we stand on COVID waivers?-Bonus Links - Thanks, Michelle!Find these in our show notes: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/team-building-virtually-What Inspires You? Find these in our show notes: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/team-building-virtually-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Michelle Cummings - Big Wheel & Founder - Training Wheels-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/CamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/legal-considerations-2021Alexa, play the “Law & Order” theme song.As we approach the final stages of summer prep, we thought we would turn our attention to issues that all camp owners should be thinking about. Is the language we are using in staff contracts and communication with families up to speed with current legal practice. Whether it be codes of conduct, camper waiver forms, and especially COVID-related clauses related to testing vaccination and cancellation we thought it would be good to get a legal perspective. We have two great people from both sides of the border to help us with US and Canadian viewpoints on some of the issues. Rachel Fendel Satinsky is with Littler, an employment and labour law firm based in Philadelphia and Robin Squires from Borden, Ladner, Gervais a law firm in Toronto. We really thought this was a timely topic as many of us are contracting staff or considering COVID-related addendums to their contracts.-Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutWhat do you think are some of the top staff contractual issues camp operators should be thinking about for 2021?When it comes to communicating with families about camp this summer, what do you want camp owners to think about?Where do signed waivers fit into the relationship? For on-site testing, contracting COVID or activity participation in general.Where do we stand on COVID waivers?-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: Emmanuel Acho “Uncomfortable Conversations With a Black Man” - quote: “Prejudice is an emotional commitment to ignorance”Robin: book by Leigh Bardugo “Ninth House”Howie: Volunteers and the great work of camp advocates in Ontario and their work to get resident camps open this summerRachel: Camp professionals, in all roles who are making camp happen for children this summer, especially as a camp parent.  -Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Rachel Fendell Satinsky - Partner - Littler Mendelson P.C.Robin Squires - Partner - BLG-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/CamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/talking-resiliencyThe Doc (tor G.) is in!What a treat today. We have the one and only Dr. G! Deb Gilboa with us. Dr. G is an incredible friend to the camp industry and has provided all of us with a wonderful insight into all aspects of camp. From helping staff manage stress, changing camper behaviour to being a resource to camp parents, Dr. G's work helps all of us “Do Stress Better”. Her current work on resilience and the insight she will provide today is an important discussion given the year that we have all had. Whether it's our own ability to be more resilient or our team resilience as we gear up for this summer, Dr. G is the right person to help us along this journey.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutHow did you land on resilience being such a focus of your work?Can you tell us about the resiliency cycle and how you have seen this play out during the past year?What are some of the important opportunities camp owners have to address this topic this summer?-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest you'd like to hear on an upcoming show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: Brene' Brown Unlocking Us Podcast Episode with Melinda Gates on her new book “The Moment of Lift”Howie: https://jamboard.google.com/ & current media on the return to campDr. G: Dreamworks Interview, all stories have a similar format: Act 1: Set up the hero and problem Act 2: Every hero attempts to solve the problem the easy way but learn what it will take to solve the problem Act 3: They get vulnerable and it's hard and most of the time they figure it out - but we have to go through the 2nd act to get through the 3rd act. Creates empathy for kids and young people trying to do it the easy way 1st-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Dr. Deborah Gilboa, “Dr. G”, Parenting & Youth Development Expert - www.askdoctorg.com-Thanks to our sponsors:CampBrainCampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/CamptivitiesIn a year where you're juggling so many changes, let's take activity scheduling off that list. Camptivities is specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, money and resources to create your best activity schedule yet! Find out more at camptivities.com

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/radical-empathyRadical Empathy - for every kind of summer camp!We are really excited to be talking with Jack Schott, of Camp Stomping Ground on our show today. Jack is an active, passionate member of the camp community. His grassroots efforts with Camp Stomping Grounds and their mission to build radical empathy in their campers is really impressive. Jack shares about Radical Empathy and how its philosophy can be applied to campers, staff and how it is good for business and the entire camp industry.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutWhat is Radical Empathy?How has it been applied in the creation of Camp Stomping Ground? In what ways can it be applied to private camp ownership? Is it good for business?Any particular considerations in light of COVID and a return to camp for most campers and staff in 2 years?-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest you'd like to hear on an upcoming show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: “How to keep your cool in high stress situations” from the Harvard Business ReviewJack: Agile Sprints - We are calling it a Get Shit Done Week https://www.atlassian.com/agile/scrum/sprintsDoing Agile Right Bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Doing-Agile-Right-Transformation-Without/dp/163369870X Illuminating the Hidden Curriculum for New Staffhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uGsaj2HLpo Kelly: The Four Winds-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Jack Schott, Co-Founder and Executive Director - Camp Stomping Ground-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/be-a-better-bossThe boss & staff relationship can be something special at summer camp. Let's unlock that potential with Ruby Compton.We are really excited to be talking about how to be a better boss with the one and only, podcaster/trainer extraordinaire Ruby Compton, of Ruby Outdoors and Go Camp Pro. Ruby is a co-host of Camp Code, where they focus on best practices for training staff, but she also has been zooming in on what it means to be a great boss to our high-school and college-aged staff.We'd not only like to talk about how we can become better bosses but also how we can train our leadership teams to be better bosses to those they supervise. Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutWhy do you think this is such an important topic for camp owners and directors to be discussing?How has your view on being a camp boss different than being a boss in other settings or workplaces - common challenges and potential opportunities? Has COVID changed our role as a boss at camp?In what ways can we train our leadership team members to create a culture of effective supervision  - to be a good boss but not bossy?-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest you'd like to hear on an upcoming show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: “You Win Some, You Learn Some” from the book “You Are Awesome”Ruby: Onward ever, backward never - Big Magic (Liz Gilbert) - Marie Thieme 2004 book → actually “Forward ever, backward never” is a phrase that used by West Indians. It was coined by Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana's first prime minister and presidentHowie: Think Again by Adam Grant - The Power of Knowing What You Don't KnowHost Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Ruby Compton, Chief Exploration Officer - Ruby OutdoorsThanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/2021-staffing-trendsKim and Jolly - the closest thing we have to a crystal ball to see what this wild year of recruitment is going to be like…We are really excited to be talking about staffing for 2021 with Jolly Corley (Jolly Corley LLC and Camp Robindel) and Kim Aycock (Kim Aycock, Kimspiration LLC, Camp Consulting and Staff Training). Jolly and Kim have spent the past 10 months diving into what staffing will look like for this summer, taking the time to listen to potential camp staff, hear their concerns about returning to camp along with why camp is exactly what they need this summer.  We're curious to hear from their perspective the trends they are seeing in staffing for camps across the country, strategies for recruiting new staff, commitments from returning staff (whether you ran in 2020 or not) and “buy in” from all staff for a summer of unknowns.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutWhat recruitment strategies are new staff responding to right now?What do you think is one of the most important things that camps can do right now to set themselves up for successful recruitment?  What are your thoughts on how staff training will change for this summer?and much much more!-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: “Why Your Most Important Relationship Is With Your Inner Voice” in the Guardian Jolly: Amanda Gorman, National Youth Poet Laureate: her journey, acknowledgement of mentorship, coaching, interest in the growth zone.  What's possible.Kim's “Kimspiration”: When I'm out running or walking my dog, I like to think about what's going to come across my path.  The other day, a sign said “no strollers” but underneath there was a “why” underneath. Always explaining the why. Also, the idea of dropping an anchor, so we have something to hang on to as we decide where we are headed.-Host Links:Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchHowie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kim Aycock  - Camp Consultant and Trainer - www.kimaycock.com - TikTok - @workatcampJolly Corley - Camp Director and Trainer - www.jollycorley.com-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/2021-camp-healingWe can't just go back to “business as usual”. We need to re-start our cultures for the better.We are thrilled to be talking today with Rachel Kent (Girl Guides Canada & Co-Host of Beyond Camp) and Sol Birenbaum (Director & Co-Owner Camp Walden). As we are early into 2021 and the work of camp owners continues tirelessly and optimistically for the upcoming summer, we thought we should have a discussion about what a return to camp will look and feel like for our campers, staff and for ourselves as so many of us had an unprecedented summer away from operating our camps - but also for camps that did run who will be welcoming campers and staff back after experiencing another 9 months of the pandemic after camp.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutTalk to us about what you believe will be the theme of Summer 2021 What do you think is one of the most important things that camp can provide to campers this summer What are your thoughts on how staff training will change for this summer?In what ways can camp owners best prepare for a return to camp after a summer away?-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Sol: “The Choice,” book by Edith Eger, our partners, the support and insight they provide, lyrics to various songs such as “wildflowers” by Tom PettyRachel: James Clear “3,2,1” newsletter https://jamesclear.com/3-2-1/january-7-2021Kelly: Ted Lasso show, the optimism, focus on the ability to change a culture through belief and the quote mentioned in an episode by Walt Whitman “be curious, not judgemental”Howie: Meeting with staff via zoom, hope and optimism for the frame of mind going into 2021-Host Links:Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchRachel Kent - Coordinator, Member Risk - Girl Guides of CanadaSol Biernbaum - Director - Camp WaldenThanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

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Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/camp-marketing-in-2021After an unprecedented year, we need an unprecedented marketing strategy. Today we are talking to Eric Wittenberg the creator of Camper Machine, a company that assists camp owners in camper recruitment and retention. Eric's knowledge of the camp industry is extensive as he has been a camp owner himself. Eric will provide insight into the things camp owners should be thinking when it comes to keeping campers coming back and how to attract new families to your camp. Given the continued challenges provided by COVID-19, we look forward to hearing how our current reality impacts the approaches we should be taking with camp marketing.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutWhat should camp owners be thinking about most when it comes to marketing. Prioritizing Recruitment and Retention Approaches - Digital Advertising, referral incentives (clients and staff), Open HousesLearn more about Camper Machine-Bonus Resources:batchgeo.com for looking at the zip codes of your camper baseQuarantine Funnel Tech-cceleration-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: Women in Camp Summit (annual event each Nov/Dec for women in the camp industry)Howie: Book “The Soul of an Entrepreneur” - Work and Life Beyond the Startup myth - David SaxEric: Quote “maybe what's bad is good and what's good is bad” - when the world is upside down, maybe look at it upside down. A chance to change our perspective-Host Links:Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchEric Wittenberg, Chief Marketing Officer, Camper Machine-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/save-next-summerIf we want to SAVE NEXT SUMMER - we need to act NOW. On today's show we are excited to welcome the creators of SAVE NEXT SUMMER, a camp advocacy movement spearheaded by our guests. Many States and Provinces have still not provided guidance for camps to open in 2021, our guests have created a resource for campers, parents and camp pros to have their voices heard by their local governments. We are excited to have the guys join Kelly and I and learn more about the work they are doing on how private camp pros can support the effort.We're excited to introduce our guests for today's show, Mike Stillson from Valley Trails Summer Camp in Southern California and Andy Moeschberger from Gold Arrow Camp in the Sierra National Forest in California.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutTell us more about the SAVE NEXT SUMMER initiative What was the motivation for creating SAVE NEXT SUMMER? In what ways can camps participate? -Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: Guest on NPR discussion on when we're asked to reflect back on this time by our grandchildren, what will we say when asked “what did you do to help others during that time?”Howie: Book by Simon Sinek “Together is Better” Quote: “working hard for something we don't care about is called stress, working hard for something we love is called passion”Mike: The power of camp and how important that is now more than ever. Also the support of the community and feedback from families for what we gave to them during summer 2020Soy: Copy-paste Mike's answer please:) Also, Brene Brown's podcast with Dolly Parton and her advice to not look away when someone is in pain.-Host Links:Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchMike Stillson - Executive Director - Valley Trails valleytrails.com or mike@valleytrails.comAndy “Soy” Moeschberger - Camp Director - Gold Arrow Camp or www.savenextsummer.com -Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

Find full notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/lgtbq-at-campCamp Owners are responsible for making their camp an inclusive, welcoming and affirming space for participants and staff of all sexes and gender identities. Period. Today we are discussing what Howie and I feel is a really important topic in our world today and in the camp industry - gender. A 2019 Pew Research stuff found that 35 percent of Generation Z say they personally know someone who uses gender-neutral pronouns like “they” and “them,” compared to a quarter of millennials who said the same. There are a number of progressive camps in our industry that serve LGBTQ+ youth as well as camps leading the way with “all gender cabins.”  We are looking foward to discussing how camps can be progressive and proactive vs. reactive in serving both campers and staff who identify as gender-neutral, transgender, cisgender or as a member of the LGBTQ+ community.A big thanks to Michael Waxman, camp alumnus and social worker, for joining us in this extremely important conversation.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutWhy do you think it's important for camp owners to be talking about gender as it relates to campers and staff?What do you think are the most pressing issues for camps when it comes to gender?Any advice to camp owners who want to make their camp an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ campers and staff-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: Wolfpack by Abby Wambach Howie: BARNGA - An Intercultural Simulation Game - https://youtu.be/j9KMksUIH2Q Michael: “Us Kids” documentary about kids from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland Florida-Host Links:Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchMichael Waxman - Social Worker-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

Find full notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/2021-registrationNo matter what Summer 2021 looks like, we've got to get people registered first! Here are the ins and outs of a registration season like no other!Today, we have two seasoned camp owners with us to share their 2020 experiences and to give us some perspective on the trends they are seeing in 2021 registration. Both of our guests operate overnight camps and can provide a unique perspective on their approaches to getting their campers to return in 2021 and what they are doing to attract new campers. We're thrilled to welcome David Miller from Camp Starlight in Pennsylvania and Jeff Bradshaw from Camp Wenonah in Bracebridge Ontario.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutHow was your summer? Give us some insight into how 2020 went for youIn what way did registration for 2021 change from what you traditionally do?How is registration going/what's the response been? What have been successful aspects of your approach? If anything hasn't landed so well, what has it been?Any advice to camp owners who haven't launched registration yet? -Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.David: His work with “Global Camps Africa” and how they were able to pivot dramatically this summer and offer virtual programmingJeff: 7 words to inspire “Create something that can survive your demise”Howie: AppleTV+ show “Dear” - is this something that we can do with camp counselors and use at trainingKelly: Video by Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times about your “Echo”-Host Links:Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchDavid Miller - Co-Owner & Director - Camp StarlightJeff Bradshaw - Founder and Executive Director - Camp Wenonah-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

Find out more at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/takin-care-of-businessIn a financial year like no other, we're thrilled to welcome Jonathan Gold to The Camp Owners Podcast!On the 11th episode of The Camp Owners Podcast, we are taking care of business. We sit down with Jonathan Gold where we get his insight into all things business, the cash crunch and all financial considerations to make 2021 an amazing summer for our campers, family and staff.Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutHow has what you experienced have you thinking about the financial road ahead?What are some things all owners should be thinking about? How should we think about our intentions in operating in 2021 with the way parents might be thinking about camp next summer?Much much more!-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Jonathan: Relevance of Camp - I know for an absolute fact that we need to be open for kids this summer.  The power of play and camp is the last venue that we can teach them that, especially amidst the pandemic. “If you want to improve your game, you don't focus on your strengths, you focus on your weaknesses.”Howie: Quote from 1987 from Michael Brandwein at staff training: Participation Principle:  “People take better care of things they help create.”Kelly: Quote by Simon Sinek from his book “Infinite Game”: “The path to a victory is finite. The path to fulfillment is infinite ⇒ To live a life for fulfillment is to live as if there is no finish line ⇒ to play the infinite game.”-Host Links:Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchJonathan M. Gold, MBA, PhD, Camp Owner/Director - The Arbor Group of Camps-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1300+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/diversity-intentional-choiceAndré Brewer is back for part two of this incredibly important conversation.You can't just say you're a “welcome and diverse camp”. You have to make the intentional choice and effort to actually be a diverse camp.That means changing the way you market, recruit, interview, talk about and even run your camp program. This is definitely not “the way you've always done it” and that's the point.A giant thank you to André for joining us to share his experience and best practice with Camp Owners and leaders across the globe.Thanks for letting your awesome out, André!Tune-in to this episode to hear aboutDiscuss the current landscape for campers of color. Is camp accessible for campers of color? Once they are at camp, is it the environment/culture/community we promote? Positive changes as an industry?  Challenges/hurdles that remain? How can we as camp owners learn from those challenges and pave a new way forward, not just for our own camps, but industry-wideAnd much, much more!Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: The election through the eyes of children and the hope for change, progress and the next generationAndré: The new ACA committee on diversity and the amazing members of that groupHowie: “Find The Helpers” by Fred GutenbergHost Links:Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchAndré Brewer - Director, Camp Lincoln, Camp Lake HubertThanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1200+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/working-as-person-of-colorAndré Brewer, Director of Camp Lincoln joins Howie and Kelly to unpack his camp journey and what it's meant for him to be a Black man in the industry.It's no secret that our industry is vastly over-represented by white owners, directors and leaders. It's a problem that needs to be addressed as we look towards anti-racism and better representation of staff and campers of color. One of the steps we can take is to better understand the experiences of people of color who are already doing great things in our industry.We're so grateful to André for taking the time to have this real and candid conversation with us.Tune-in to hear aboutAndré's journey to the director of Camp Lincoln.His experiences as a person of color in the camp industry.Some of the successes, challenges and obstacles along the way.How can we as camp owners learn from those challenges and pave a new way forward.Much much more.-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: RBG quote about dissentAndré: His Mom and also the ACA steering committee on diversity, inclusion and equityHowie: Podcast - Heroic Minds with Ben Fanelli - Overcoming adversity and transformed into something better.-Host Links:Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchAndré Brewer - Director, Camp Lincoln, Camp Lake Hubert-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1200+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

Find links and full show notes at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/camps-that-didnt-runShari Sigoloff, Howie and Kelly unpack their summer 2020 experiences and get a grasp on it was like to not run camp this summer, and what they're thinking about going forward.It's time to tell the other side of the story - last episode, we talked to some camp owners who opened last summer, and now let's explore a whole new world of “hard”. Camps that didn't open.We're grateful to have Shari Sigoloff from Camp Thunderbird in Minnesota to dig into the mental fortituite that it took to not run camp this past summer.  Howie, Kelly and Shari all share what's on their minds and hearts as they are looking ahead.You don't want to miss this episode.Tune-in to hear aboutHow the camp dream transpired for ShariThe approach to our host's decision to close:How did they navigate:The decision-making processCommunication with families and staffWhat did their summer end up looking like? VirtualUse of facilityAny other programs/rentals?Some challenges, growth moments and reflections on the summer?What does summer 2021 look like at this point?-Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: The Choice - Embrace The Possible by Dr. Edith EgerKelly: Stretch by Steven SonnesheinShari: How To Be An Antiracist by Ibram Kendi-Host Links:Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchShari Sigoloff - Co-Owner and Director, Camp Thunderbird-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain provides management and registration software to camps and conference centers. Serving 1200+ camps since 1994, with a dedicated staff of 45+ providing personal, caring support and building beautiful, intuitive software.For more information visit them at https://www.campbrain.com/

I am happily retired for fourteen years. I retired from GTE (phone company) 20 ½ years. Usually had a part-time job, going back to my fifty's I've worked for State Farm Ins., Workman Comp Ins., Bed Bath & Beyond, Staples Copy Center, Arlington Times Newspaper. In my 20's-30's also worked as a cocktail waitress or bartender. WHAT INSPIRES YOU, MARIAN? Life “Change your thought, change your life.” SOCIAL MEDIA AND CONTACT INFORMATION Facebook: Marian Evans Email: marian_solorzano@yahoo.com Group: Quotes Life in Process Moments in Time Pages: It's a Dog's Life by Ms. Isabella Griffith Unofficial Elvis Prayer Politics --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Find full show notes and links at https://gocamp.pro/ownerspodEric Shendelman and Andy Lillienthal join Howie and Kelly to begin to unpack what was likely the hardest season in a Camp Owner's career.The Camp Owner's Pod is BACK!We're thrilled to bring you a full season of podcasts from now until June 2021! Stay tuned to our podcast feed to hear new episodes dropping every two weeks.It's fair to say that it's been a bit of a rough 3 months since we last dropped an episode. So even though we're excited to move on and get to some different episodes, we can't not talk about what happened this past summer.To help unpack this blur of a summer, Howie and Kelly are joined by Eric Shendelman from Crestwood  Valley Day Camp & Shendy's Swim School in Ontario and Andy Lillienthal from Camp Winnebago in Maine.All 4 of our hosts had very different summers, so get excited for this episode to really cover some broad ground!Tune-in to hear about:How did you navigate: Camp Logistics Customer Service Staff Training In what ways were you challenged like never before? What changes did you make that will carry forward to future seasons regardless of the presence of COVID? -Thanks for listening!If you have a suggestion or guest for a for a show, please email our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Article: “Your Surge Capacity is Depleted, That's Why You Feel Awful”Kelly: Book: Yung Pueblo “Inward”Andy: Poem: “How Many and How Much” by Shel SilversteinEric: Camp community at large, the coming together of leaders in both Canada and US-Host Links:Hosts: Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines RanchAndy Lillienthal - Owner/Director of Camp WinnebagoEric Shendelman - Director, Crestwood Valley Day Camp in Toronto and Owner, Shendy's Swim School. Past President of the Ontario Camps Association-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain is a robust camp tool designed not only to manage summer camps, but also manage your conference center and fundraising needs, all in one database. Since 1994 CampBrain has been innovating and constantly adding new features. Look for the Camp Store Module being released this spring. For more information visit them at http://campbrain.com.

Does virtual staff training bring you to tears? Well have no fear, Michael Brandwein is here!Among the many things on camp owners' minds during the current landscape related to summer camp and COVID-19 is what this means for staff and staff training. If we have to pivot from how we've traditionally trained staff, how we can execute a staff training that is engaging, effective, sets the tone for the culture of our staff - all from a new virtual platform? It can be overwhelming. Not only do we have to think of technological logistics, how are we going to keep the same sort of intentionality, feeling of togetherness and camaraderie that our teams are used to?Well, when it comes to problems, who else to help us than the man who teaches us to say, “this is just a problem, and we're great at solving problems!”.  That's right! We are thrilled to have Michael Brandwein on our podcast today to share his insight, knowledge and enthusiasm with camp owners as we take on this and challenging opportunity to innovate. Michael has truly stepped up to support the camp industry during the COVID-19 pandemic and we're grateful for the time he spent here with us on the show and we're so grateful.See what else Michael is up to on May 12th, 13th and May 26th with ACA Illinois.“Brandwein on Training: The Step-by-Step System for Planning & Presenting Your Best Staff Training Ever”(May 13, Day Two Optional Bonus Discussion/Practice Session, Live at 1:30-4:00 p.m.) www.acail.org/beststafftraining“Super Staff SuperVision: The Top Techniques to Lead Staff to Professional Performance.”(May 27, Day Two Optional Bonus Discussion/Practice Session, Live at 1:30-4:30 p.m.) www.acail.org/superstaff-What are you going to do to make online staff training successful? Let us know in the comments!-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution on NetflixKelly: Untamed by Glennon Doyle - https://amzn.to/33nVGkzMichael: Good Neighbour: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers by Maxwell King & The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz by Erik Larson-Host Links:Hosts: Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin HoodKelly Schuna, Owner - Hidden Pines RanchGuest:Michael Brandwein - Speaker, Trainer, Author - www.michaelbrandwein.com  -Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain is a robust camp tool designed not only to manage summer camps, but also manage your conference center and fundraising needs, all in one database. Since 1994 CampBrain has been innovating and constantly adding new features. Look for the Camp Store Module being released this spring. For more information visit them at http://campbrain.com.

One of the best investments a Camp Owner can make is time spent on building a great staff training.For a lot of full-time camp owners and professionals, staff training is the best part of the job.Many of us got into this industry because we love to teach and work with youth. Then, the cold hard realities of budgets, insurance and property tax sets in and it feels like we lose a bit of what inspired us to get started in the first place.Staff training is our chance to reawaken that love of teaching, playing and mentoring. Not only that, but when you give your staff a truly remarkable training experience, they will be best set up to deliver a truly remarkable experience for the campers.Great training = great staff = great camper experience = camper retention = happy budget.Simple, right? Maybe not.A great staff training takes an incredible amount of time and intention to make incredible. Not only that, but a good director will constantly be looking to innovate to best serve their staff and keep the material fresh, engaging, inclusive and relevant for all ages and abilities of learners. It can be mentally exhausting to feel like you have to start from scratch every year.Luckily, you're a smart director and listen to Podcasts like this one!To help you build the best training you can, Kelly is joined by Paul Kupferman from Catalina Sea Camp. Paul is a deep thinker when it comes to staff training. He's shared his wisdom at many camp conferences and we're glad to have him here with us for this episode.Tune in to hear about:What is Paul's camp origin story? - How did he fall in love with camp?What the perfect start to staff training looks like?What are some of the biggest “don't do's” for staff training?What tools can you give your staff to help them retain the absolute TON of knowledge they need to know?How can technology help your pre-staff training and even during staff training?How do we help different aged staff properly connect with each other?How to empower your staff to take on leadership during training with a mini-conferenceWhat will you do to intentionally set up? Let us know in the comments!What Inspires You? - Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Kelly: Brene Brown's Podcast - Unlocking UsPaul: A compassionate mindset from the Executive Director of the organization. You'll have to listen to this one. It's great.HOST LINKS:Hosts: Kelly Schuna, Owner - Hidden Pines RanchGuests:Paul Kupferman, Summer Operations Director, Catalina Sea CampThanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain is a robust camp tool designed not only to manage summer camps, but also manage your conference center and fundraising needs, all in one database. Since 1994 CampBrain has been innovating and constantly adding new features. Look for the Camp Store Module being released this spring. For more information visit them at http://campbrain.com.

For full show notes and resources, visit http://gocamp.pro/ownerspodYour campers may want to come back, but the parents ultimately make that decision! Here's how to manage their expectations to help them choose your camp again and again.Parents and care-givers are the decision-makers. You can have a great program and great staff, but if you aren't assessing, managing and responding to parent expectations, you won't earn their trust, and they won't send their kids to your camp.In the day and age of the “bulldozer/lawnmower” parent, it can sometimes feel like the parents and the staff have set up an unrealistic amount of expectations that leave us almost beholden to them.However, it's important to remember that we are an industry that has always strongly believed, and continue to believe in helping people. Even if a parent's expectations can feel like a burden, it's important that we take a step back, accept their feelings as valid, and support them the best that we can.So how do we strike that balance? How do we help everyone get on the same level and get excited In our third episode of the podcast, Howie and Kelly are joined by Corey Dockswell from Camp Wicosuta and Emma Fogel who is a camp alumnus and registered social worker with The Social Work Consulting Group. Our four hosts come together to discuss how they have seen parent's expectations shift over the last few years, as well as to share best practices when it comes to responding to those expectations. Tune in to hear about:When the camp dream became real for Corey and EmmaHow to manage parent's expectations when it comes to their wanting of “control” or ensuring that their kids are always happyCommunicating the benefits of the things at camp that comes with a bit of “positive stress” or “healthy risk”Ways to help staff understand parent's expectations to set them up for successSome practical tips on systems and boundaries to establish within your communication systems-What Inspires You?Howie: The Summer Camp community rallying around each other in the uncertain times that we are in.Kelly: Happy Campers - by Audrey Monke - https://amzn.to/33nVGkzCorey: An awesome quote from a camp parent - “We control ship and sail, but never wind and wave…. While we are in unsettling times, we will get through the storm.”Emma: You are Awesome - by Neil Pasricha - https://amzn.to/2x5TMsu -HOST LINKS:Hosts: Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna, Owner - Hidden Pines RanchGuests:Corey Dockswell, Director, Camp WicosutaEmma Fogel, Registered Social Worker, The Social Work Consulting Group, Mindcalm.caThanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain is a robust camp tool designed not only to manage summer camps, but also manage your conference center and fundraising needs, all in one database. Since 1994 CampBrain has been innovating and constantly adding new features. Look for the Camp Store Module being released this spring. For more information visit them at http://campbrain.com.

Camp Owners - You DO deserve a work-life balance!Camp Directors work HARD. Our summers are 24/7 and even in the offseason, the emotional nature of what we do often leads to us saying “yes” to more than we usually should. The late-night parent phone calls, the desire to answer every email right away or any number of things can tear our focus away from our lives outside of the camp world. Family, physical and mental health, friends and leisure can, and should exist as part of every Camp Owners life!In our second episode of the show, Howie and Kelly are joined by fellow camp owners Audrey Monke and Gabe Chernov to discuss what it means for a Camp Owner to find some sort of healthy work-life balance.Tune in to hear about:When the camp dream became real for Audrey and GabeWhat work/life balance looks like specifically for our hosts and guestsHow to create appropriate boundaries with our staff and clientsSome practical tips for how to actually create some semblance of a work/life balanceWhat did we miss? Let us know how you find a work/life balance in the comments!-What Inspires You? - Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Radical Candor - https://amzn.to/37irWWy Kelly: Brene Brown Date to Lead - https://amzn.to/2tNrmSW Gabe: Thinking Fast and Slow - https://amzn.to/2Sxf3CC Audrey: The Infinite Game - https://amzn.to/3brZjcJ -Host Links:Hosts: Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna, Owner - Hidden Pines RanchGuests:Gabe Chernov, Owner/Director, BirchTrail CampAudrey Monke, Chief Visionary Officer, Gold Arrow Camp  & Sunshine Parenting-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain is a robust camp tool designed not only to manage summer camps, but also manage your conference center and fundraising needs, all in one database. Since 1994 CampBrain has been innovating and constantly adding new features. Look for the Camp Store Module being released this spring. For more information visit them at http://campbrain.com.-What is the Camp Owners Podcast?We're here to explore a side of the summer camp world that is experienced by those that have the privilege of running an independent program.Howie Grossinger and Kelly Schuna will be joined by some seasoned prime camp professionals to dive deep into the issues that most private camp pros will need to face, and the best practices that they use to create, and sustain a summer camp for their campers to enjoy summer after summer.Thanks for tuning in! If you have any feedback, please get in touch with our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.

Welcome to The Camp Owners Podcast! Whether you are a Camp Owner, an aspiring camp owner, or a lover of some of our other Go Camp Pro podcasts, we're so happy to have you here. The Camp Owners Podcast is here to explore a side of the summer camp world that is experienced by those that have the privilege of running an independent program.On this podcast, our hosts, Howie Grossinger and Kelly Schuna will be joined by some seasoned prime camp professionals to dive deep into the issues that most private camp pros will need to face, and the best practices that they use to create, and sustain a summer camp for their campers to enjoy summer after summer.In season one, tune in to the podcast monthly to hear about topics like Camp As a Business, Camp Insurance, Buying and Selling Camps, Work/Life Balance, Pricing, Staff Training & EngagementThanks for tuning in! If you have any feedback, please get in touch with our producer, Matt at matt@gocamp.pro.-In our first episode, Camp as a Business, Howie and Kelly are joined by the wise and wonderful Steve Baskin of Camp Champions. Together, Howie, Kelly and Steve address some of the unique aspects of the private camp industry and what even the most business-savvy camp pros need to be thinking about as we enter a new decade.Tune in to hear about:Steve Baskin's camp origin storyWhat does it mean to view camp “as a business”?What is a unique or unexpected challenge of being in the business of camp?What is an insider tip that you would give to a new or up-and-coming camp owner?What is something that camp owners should have on their radar for the future of the industry?What is something you hope to learn from the hosts and guests of the Camp Owners Pod? Let us know in the comments!-What Inspires You? - Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Simon SinekKelly: Esther Wojcicki - “The single most important behaviour that you can role model for your children is the ability to have functional relationships” -  Steve: Angela Duckworth, Carol Dweck and David Jaeger's work regarding mindset.Carol DweckAngela DuckworthDavid Jaeger-Host Links:Hosts: Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps Kelly Schuna, Owner - Hidden Pines RanchGuest:Steve Baskin, Executive Director - Camp Champions, Camp Pinnacle, Partner - Everwood Day Camp-Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrainCampBrain is a robust camp tool designed not only to manage summer camps, but also manage your conference center and fundraising needs, all in one database. Since 1994 CampBrain has been innovating and constantly adding new features. Look for the Camp Store Module being released this spring. For more information visit them at CampBrain.com

Why is it when something is asked of us, we often have a hard time just saying NO? As women, we can be so used to taking care of other people's needs, that many of us tend to overlook what we truly want for ourselves. Whether it's because we don't want to let people down or hurt their feelings - there can be some weird guilt that comes up when we choose to say “no”.Instead of just using one word to express what we want, we feel like we have to explain ourselves to everybody. It's like we've somehow come to believe that saying no, just isn't enough. In today's episode of The Karen Kenney Show, we get wicked comfortable with using the powerful word “NO” as a complete sentence & begin to understand that nothing more than that simple but impactful two-letter word is needed. What you will learn on this episode: Women are Afraid to Hurt People's Feelings (7:58) Women's Worst Fear (14:10) No Is a Complete Sentence (15:30) Why Do Women Always Feel Like They Have To Explain Themselves? (19:06) How Many Times Have You Said Yes, When You Wanted To Say No? (27:07) Don't Say No Just To Be Rude (29:41) Say No to What's Expected of You & Say Yes to What Inspires You (30:05) Saying No Allows Us More Freedom (38:49) Karen Kenney is a writer, speaker, and the founder of Fearless Flow Mentoring. She's a certified Spiritual Mentor, has been a student & guide of A Course in Miracles for 26+ years and a longtime student of Passage Meditation. She's also a Gateless Writing Teacher and has been a yoga teacher since 2001. KK grew up in Lawrence & Boston, MA and is known for her storytelling, her sense of humor and her “down-to-earth” approach to spirituality. Her signature mentoring programs: Your Story to Your Glory™ & Fearless Flow™ help people let go of their old stories of suffering and victimization, so they can write a new kick-ass story from a place of inner power, forgiveness, freedom and Spirit. A sought-after expert and Spiritual Thought Leader for Live Events, Podcasts, Coaching Programs and Shows, Karen speaks on stages across the country and leads Transformational Retreats in the New England area and at the Omega Institute in NY. KK is the host of The Karen Kenney Show Podcast and The Sunday Spiritual with Karen Kenney. She's currently at work on her memoir. You can learn more and connect with Karen at: WEBSITE: https://www.karenkenney.com/ THE SUNDAY SPIRITUAL with KK: https://www.karenkenney.com/sundayspiritual KK FREEBIE: http://www.karenkenney.com/freebie FB: https://www.facebook.com/karenkenneylive/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/karenkenneylive/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/KarenKenney TWITTER: https://twitter.com/karenkenneylive   Thanks for listening! If something that I shared from my heart today somehow landed in yours, I'd love to hear about it. So please tag me on Facebook or Instagram and let me know what your favorite part was or what you found most helpful. If you're digging what I'm saying and you want to hear more, I'd be wicked grateful if you can go to iTunes and subscribe and leave a review and if you can think of someone that could benefit from hearing this episode, please share it with them.

A little energetic cup of energy to start (or end) your day!! Whadda ya say!! Let's MOVE THE ENERGY!! What INSPIRES YOU??? What are you attracting? Join UER founder and co-creator, Anna Banguilan, for a moment of "inspired action" shifting and expanding!! Wooo Hooo!!