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In today’s episode of Small-Time Leaders, Jenn Swanson talks about one of her leaders while working on the ICU unit in Canada. Martha, the head nurse, was looking to apply major changes in the hospital to improve productivity and she decided to ask every stakeholder of the staff on their opinion. Jenn found that a little strange at first but the more she thought of it, the more she loved the idea of creating a collaborative workplace. You might be surprised and find out that your staff has the next best breakthrough idea for the company, but the only way to find that out is to ask your stakeholders. Jenn Swanson is a certified Master NLP Practitioner and Conflict Coach and speaks to large audiences across North America. She is the author of “What They See: How to Stand Out and Shine in Your New Job” book and well-recognized publishers across different media channels. For over eight years now she also hosts Careers by Jenn podcast, previously known as The Communication Diva. Known to be a "pathologically positive" person, Jenn has been educating, encouraging, and empowering others to succeed for more than 25 years. She is also an ordained clergy member in the United Church of Canada and currently serves at Inlet United Church in beautiful Port Moody, British Colombia, where she lives. To get in contact with Jenn and learn more about her amazing work visit her website https://www.careersbyjenn.com/. Michael’s latest book, Roll Up Your Sleeves, is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and independent local bookstores. Roll Up Your Sleeves teaches people how to Lead and Live in a Constant Changing World with simple applications. Take a closer look at the book and experience a new way of working through an unexpected change in your life and career by taking the 2-minute My Change Management Style Quiz http://rollupsleevesbook.com/ To learn more about Michael’s Leadership and Life Transition services and see his Leadership & Life Journal blog- a new way to think about at the important things you already know, go to at https://michaelalantate.com/

In today’s episode of Small-Time Leaders, Jenn Swanson talks about one of her earlier leaders in her life. She met Kareen Zebroff while working on the theater and she was fascinated by how a professional actress, writer, and a well-achieved woman gave her full attention to Jenn when she was talking. Jenn experienced firsthand how does it feel to get the full attention of someone and love it. Years later she practices the same method. Jenn pays attention and is present when she talks to someone, no matter who they are or their status. Jenn Swanson is a certified Master NLP Practitioner and Conflict Coach and speaks to large audiences across North America. She is the author of “What They See: How to Stand Out and Shine in Your New Job” book and well-recognized publishers across different media channels. For over eight years now she also hosts Careers by Jenn podcast, previously known as The Communication Diva. Known to be a "pathologically positive" person, Jenn has been educating, encouraging, and empowering others to succeed for more than 25 years. She is also an ordained clergy member in the United Church of Canada and currently serves at Inlet United Church in beautiful Port Moody, British Colombia, where she lives. To get in contact with Jenn and learn more about her amazing work visit her website https://www.careersbyjenn.com/. Michael’s latest book, Roll Up Your Sleeves, is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and independent local bookstores. Roll Up Your Sleeves teaches people how to Lead and Live in a Constant Changing World with simple applications. Take a closer look at the book and experience a new way of working through an unexpected change in your life and career by taking the 2-minute My Change Management Style Quiz http://rollupsleevesbook.com/ To learn more about Michael’s Leadership and Life Transition services and see his Leadership & Life Journal blog- a new way to think about at the important things you already know, go to at https://michaelalantate.com/

  Known to be a "pathologically positive" person, Jenn Swanson has been educating, encouraging and empowering others to succeed for more than 25 years. With a background in healthcare and education, a Master's Degree in Public and Pastoral Leadership, and a passion for wellness in the workplace, Jenn brings energy and enthusiasm to all she does. Her weekly podcast, Careers by Jenn, is heard around the globe, and her book, "What They See: How to Stand Out and Shine in Your New Job" has been a popular read for those starting a new job. Jenn lives near Vancouver in beautiful British Columbia, Canada, and is delighted to be joining our show today. In this episode, we focus on what drove Jenn to be so positive, and, shockingly, it began with one of the least positive things a child can go through – a parent abandoning their family. Jenn shares her story and the amazing maturity, strength and clarity she showed as a young child that set her up to become the positive, caring person she is today. Key Points from the Episode with Jenn Swanson: At the age of 2, Jenn’s father left her mother, her and her as-yet-unborn brother. He did not just move out, but completely left them, with no contact for many years. That lead to a feeling of being different on top of the struggle of getting by financially. At the age of 12, Jenn’s father and mother reconnected as her mother sought help for some behavior struggles her brother was having, and that meant Jenn had to see him and this alternate life he had created. What struck her was what a waste all of the feelings she had been dealing with had been – the pain, confusion, anger – all of it.  None of it was making the situation better or different.  So she decided to write a letter of forgiveness to her father, and wrote out 12 pages explaining what the impact on her his choice had been, what it had meant for her, and then actually put in the mail and sent it to him. She wasn’t looking for a response, but more the catharsis of releasing the pain from her system so she could move forward. This is what struck me – you see this action in some people who faced what Jenn faced, but almost never until they’re adults dealing with the impact of their childhood experience. Jenn did this on her own as a pre-teen. We dug into why that might have been, and it wasn’t something Jenn had thought about before, so we talked through it. One key thing growing up was that her mother kept things very open where you could talk about your feelings or express them. She would go on long walks with her mother where they talked a lot, did art projects and other activities where expression of your thoughts and feelings was encouraged. She also had a strong sense of her faith and the idea that there is something bigger, which was a feeling that grew into her current work as a part-time minister. The lesson she took from all of this is that the act of forgiveness is not about the person being forgiven but rather about the person doing the forgiving. We can’t control what the person who is being forgiven does with it, but we can control the freedom we feel when we forgive someone and let go. The opposite of peace is fighting things, and you can’t fight reality. That fight would be wasteful, so Jenn asks what we could do with what we have rather than denying its existence. Acknowledge that things happen, life sucks – something bad is happening all the time. So how do you manage, where is your resilience and where can you take your hope from so you can move forward? She has found that the most insightful people with the greatest wisdom seem to be those who have been through the greatest hardship or struggle – if they have a gratitude mindset about where they are rather than fighting where they had been. A common idea that my guests have often shared came up again in this episode, “It doesn’t happen to us, it happens for us.” As a bit of advice, Jenn suggests people not write out all of their feelings and hit “Send”, but take a bit of time to think about it once it’s written and then decide what to do with it. She spent time helping people talk about how someone else’s behavior made them feel rather than how they did this to them. “I felt this way about what happened,” instead of, “You hurt me.” It creates space for more introspection and reflection, and helps keep the other person from digging in with defensiveness, which can stop a productive discussion before it gets a chance to get off the ground. Jenn shared a beautiful idea she’s been reminding people of a lot lately. She said, “You are your best investment.” Spending the time, money or both on yourself, being willing to do the hard work, prioritizing your need for rest and recovery all pay huge dividends. You need to invest in yourself and your self-growth. Links: Website: www.careersbyjenn.com Podcast: Careers by Jenn(hear me on episode 166) Book: What They See: How to Stand Out & Shine In Your New Job Facebook: CareersbyJenn Instagram: CareersbyJenn Twitter: CareersbyJenn Subscribe to The Do a Day Podcast     Keep Growing with Do a Day Get the book in print, Kindle, iBooks, Audiobookand more - even get a personally-signedcopy from Bryan Falchuk Get started on your journey to Better with the Big Goal Exercise Work with Bryan as your coach, or hire him to speak at your next event

“Communication Diva” is the tongue-in-cheek, sassy title of podcaster and author (and church minister) Jenn Swanson. Jenn doesn’t actually believe anyone can be a diva of communication but does passionately insist that we could all do with a little practice! Through her podcast, public speaking, workshops, individual coaching, ministry, and recently published book, Jenn lives out her personal mission statement: to connect, encourage, and empower others and to help people “know they can.” Aimed at high school and college graduates (and with a gentle nudge toward personal awareness and growth), What They See: How to Stand Out and Shine in Your New Job takes readers beyond the interview and into the three-month probationary period of new employment.  TWEET: I didn’t want to deal with paperwork but wanted to do pastoral care with patients. @jennswanson2 Finding what calls to you: Do you follow what “calls to you”? Jenn shares how she spent 23 years in the hospital business, but then left to follow her dreams. After securing her instructor’s license, she went into teaching medical terminology and found it was something she enjoyed. “There was something about teaching that was calling me,” Jenn says. But she didn’t stop there; she went on to get her ministerial training part-time while working at the hospital—and added another profession to her repertoire. TWEET: Why should I slow down when I love what I’m doing? @jennswanson2 Don’t overload your plate! Do you feel compelled to say YES to everything that comes along? So many people “overload” their plates by never learning to say NO. Jenn says you must be ruthless about your self-care and not let yourself get overloaded. Something may sound fun, but you have to look after yourself first and foremost. Always remember that your family must be your top priority. TWEET: DONE is better than perfect. @jennswanson2 Omigosh—I have to do this! Do you regularly step “outside your comfort zone”? Jenn says that the more she taught, the more she realized that there was a great need to be able to communicate effectively. Using language properly reduces tension in relationships---and couldn’t we all stand to communicate more effectively? Jenn explains how she found podcasting, met some great people who helped her along the way, and got hooked! TWEET: Take what you love to do and turn it into a paying gig. @jennswanson2 Guest Recommendation: ONE action for a dream chaser to take—“Set a goal. It’s one thing to imagine a dream, but it’s another to write it down or tell someone you’re gonna do it. It adds another level of commitment. Break it down into small steps and do ONE thing today.” OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE: [1:15] Jenn’s eclectic background and her initial dream to pursue acting [3:14] Why Jenn didn’t go to acting school [6:25] Pursuing another dream in serving others [9:10] Balancing jobs, school, practicum training, and family [11:05] Getting ruthless with self-care [12:20] How Jenn’s kids lived out her dream of theater school [15:00] Discovering the world of podcasting [17:40] Looking back on 6 years of podcasting [19:33] Unexpected opportunities [21:14] Upcoming plans for Jenn [23:29] Doing it on your own terms [25:30] Why slow down? [27:48] It’s never too late! [29:28] Changing your mindset [30:20] How Jenn’s book came to be [32:25] ONE action for a dream chaser to take   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Jenn’s Website Jenn on Twitter Jenn on Instagram Jenn on Youtube Jenn on Facebook Jenn’s FREE 5-day Jumpstart Your Job Search Challenge www.thepodcastanswerman.com www.smartpassiveincome.com www.teachable.com    TWEETS YOU CAN USE:   TWEET: I’ve had to get ruthless about self-care and not “overloading my plate.” @jennswanson2 TWEET:  I was filling a need that came directly from podcasting. @jennswanson2 TWEET: What the world needs is people who are excited to get out of bed in the morning and go to work. @jennswanson2          

When you submit a job application, you could be up against hundreds or even thousands of others. It’s hard to stand out in the crowd, but there are things you can do to improve your chances of getting an interview. This week’s guest expert is Jenn Swanson. Jenn reminded us of simple mistakes that can sink your job application: if you missed key details, didn’t follow instructions, or submitted your attachments in the wrong format. There are many reasons you didn’t get an interview. The top two: You’re just not qualified. You didn’t customize your resume and cover letter. Jenn also shared advice for applicants to figure out what the hiring manager really wants, how to write your resume to get through automated applicant tracking systems, and land an interview for your dream job. Our Guest for This Episode: Jenn Swanson Jenn Swanson is the host of the Communication Diva podcast and the author of What They See: How to Stand Out and Shine in Your New Job. Through her podcast, online courses, coaching, and book, Jenn helps you get the job, love your work, and  advance your career. Jenn also shared a discount for our listeners on her Resume Short Course! Get the discount here. Ben’s Job Search Resource: 41 Great Resume Formats Resume formatting is tricky. You want to show off your creativity and personality, but your resume also needs to be easy to read and scannable, both by human reviewers and applicant tracking systems. Ben recommends checking out The 41 Best Resume Templates Ever from The Muse to find resume inspiration and find a customizable template.    Find Your Dream Job Listener Question: Resume Reword This week’s question comes via email from Juan Llera of Jersey City, New Jersey: “My question: do you know of any resources that you can share that can assist me in rewording my resume. I had a long career in the insurance industry and most recently with their IT department. I would like to look for a position in the non-profit organization. I would like to revise my resume from an insurance-IT to a non-profit focus.” These segments are sponsored by Mac’s new book, Land Your Dream Job Anywhere. The book offers practical, actionable, and proven tools to help you get clear about your career goals, find hidden jobs, and ace your next interview. Get the first chapter of this useful resource free. Be a part of the Find Your Dream Job podcast! Join in: Ask your job-related question! Email it to becky@macslist.org, or leave us a message at 716-JOB-TALK. If we use your question on the air, you will receive either a copy of our new book, Land Your Dream Job Anywhere. Share your best job resource with our listeners! Send your resource to ben@macslist.org, and tell him how it has helped you find your dream job. What do you think of our show? Rate and review our podcast on iTunes. We appreciate your support! Opening and closing music for Find Your Dream Job provided by Freddy Trujillo, www.freddytrujillo.com.

Sometimes, we don't know what we sound like. Now, as a podcaster, I have the unfortunate experience of having to edit my shows, meaning I have to listen to myself ALL the time, and so I know very well that I say "you know" too much and that I have not yet eliminated the dreaded "ummmm". However! There are often words and phrases and filler sounds that we use that take away from our speech...that cause us to sound less professional than we might want to. I'm here to help. In this podcast episode, I take much of the info from Chapter 6 of my book, "What They See: How to Stand Out and Shine in Your New Job." In it I'll take a look at tired old cliches that you can eliminate, slang words that make you sound less intelligent, less capable and less professional...even if none of that is actually true!