Podcasts about your gps

In a thoughtful conversation on Beverly Williams' podcast, leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry shared powerful lessons about potential, leadership, and navigating today's evolving workplace. Here are some key takeaways:

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Jesus Is Far More Powerful than Your GPS! He knows where you're supposed to be going, and He can reroute and recalculate to get you there. Discover how on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/4JxhDaQyKKEBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

In the latest episode of Your Employment Matters, host Beverly Williams sits down with Tom Lenoble, a seasoned executive, leadership coach, and CEO of the Academy for Coaching Excellence. Tom shares his incredible career journey from MCI to Facebook and beyond, offering insights into the evolving job market, workplace dynamics, and career longevity.

When you think of the entertainment industry, you might picture the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, red carpets, and award shows. But behind every breakout star and successful production, there are industry professionals like Zachary Spiegel working tirelessly to bring talent to the forefront. Zach is a casting director whose journey from actor to casting professional has been filled with passion, perseverance, and a deep commitment to inclusivity. Recently, Zach joined Beverly Williams for an in-depth conversation about his career, the art of casting, and what it truly takes to succeed in the entertainment business. Zach's love for entertainment started in an unexpected place: Buffy the Vampire Slayer. His journey took him from New York to Los Angeles, with a stop in Italy, where he studied Commedia dell'arte as a college junior. Zach pursued his acting career, spending seven years in New York honing his craft. While most actors dread auditions, Zach found himself enjoying the process. He realized that his true passion lay not in performing but in being on the other side of the table, helping to discover and cultivate talent. That's when he made the shift from acting to casting. Zach feels it's the best of both worlds; he is deeply involved in the creative process but in a way that feels more fulfilling. Zach considers casting an art form that requires empathy, business acumen, and a keen eye for talent. He views his work as a bridge between producers and actors, ensuring that the right talent gets the right opportunities.  His work goes beyond just filling roles. It's about creating opportunities for members of historically excluded and marginalized communities. Zach is passionate about making sure every actor has equal access to auditions, advocating for inclusive and accessible casting calls. He explained one of the ways he does that is by using intentional language in casting notices. The way a role is described can either invite or discourage certain actors from applying. By being intentional with wording, Zach ensures that actors of all backgrounds feel welcome to audition. Many people dream of breaking into entertainment, lured by fame and fortune. But as Zach and Beverly discussed, success in the industry isn't about talent alone—it's about perseverance and hard work. “The most talented people don't always reap the benefits,” Zach shared. “Because the most talented people don't always have the ambition or desire to do it.” Ambition, networking, and resilience are just as important as raw skill. And networking isn't just about meeting people, it's about staying in touch and building relationships and ways to create mutual value. Beverly added her own perspective on this, emphasizing the power of genuine connections. Whether through a simple email, a thoughtful card, or a quick message, nurturing relationships can open doors in ways you never expect. Zach's career, much like the entertainment industry itself, is ever-evolving. Casting professionals often find themselves between projects, but rather than waiting for opportunities to come to him, Zach takes an active approach. He reads scripts and tracks up-and-coming actors as well as staying engaged with industry trends. As the conversation wrapped up, Beverly asked Zach what advice he would give to those looking to break into entertainment. His response? “Don't leave, don't die.” It's a humorous yet profound take on the industry—one that speaks to the resilience required to stay in the game. For anyone considering a career in entertainment, Zach's story is a testament to the power of adaptability, persistence, and passion. The path may not always be straightforward, but for those willing to put in the work, the rewards can be life changing. Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly Williams engages in a compelling discussion with Stephen Kurkjian about the evolving landscape of journalism, the resurgence of unionism, and the enduring mystery of the Gardner Museum art heist. Prepare for an insightful conversation that delves into the intricacies of journalistic integrity, First Amendment responsibilities, and the transformative power of art. Stephen is a highly respected investigative journalist, best known for his extensive career at the Boston Globe where he was a founding member of the Spotlight Team. With a career spanning several decades, he's won three Pulitzer Prizes and became an authority on investigative journalism, contributing significantly to the field through his in-depth reporting and dedication to uncovering the truth. One of the most notable investigations he continues to pursue is the Gardner Museum art heist, a case that has intrigued and baffled the world for over three decades. Stephen's journey in journalism began with a college newspaper where he loved the interactions he had with people, who were for that moment in time, at the pinnacle of their lives. From his experience in journalism, other relevant and significant topics are covered, such as: The evolution of journalism and splintering of media: The changes and challenges the field has seen over the years. Journalistic integrity: The responsibilities of journalists, the value of their integrity and reputation.  The power of art: The transformative and transcendent qualities of art and its impact on individuals and communities. Don't miss this episode where you'll discover valuable lessons on journalism, the power of art, and the enduring pursuit of truth.  Connect with Stephen Kurkjian: Website Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly dives deep into the art of negotiation with Cindy Watson, Esq, and together, they share invaluable insights that challenge traditional beliefs about law, negotiations, and the workplace.  Cindy is a highly sought-after international speaker, negotiation expert, social justice attorney, coach, and founder of Women on Purpose. She's also the author of “The Art of Feminine Negotiation: How to Get What You Want from the Boardroom to the Bedroom.” Cindy's known for her advocacy of integrating empathy, collaboration, and resilience into negotiation techniques, making her voice stand out in her field. She brings over 30 years of experience in social justice law and a passion for reshaping how we perceive negotiation and leadership. “All of life is a negotiation and yet we are duped into believing that the only path to success is this very competitive toughness, take no prisoners kind of approach.” - Cindy Watson, Esq. Key insights: How gender dynamics and the ego affect negotiation and leadership The decline of critical thinking and survival skills in the digital age and AI Utilizing curiosity to improve yourself The future of labor-management relations with ongoing societal shifts This episode explores the necessity of cultivating critical thinking, survival skills, and the ability to handle failures in this time of technological advancements and AI, how to be able to think and problem solve even without using technology. The discussions on gender dynamics and negotiation also highlight the evolving leadership landscape and explore the importance of collaborative problem-solving and inclusive decision-making. Connect with Cindy: Website Instagram LinkedIn Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Your Employment Matters tackles two important topics in employment: finding the right job and building the right team, and how one's role and co-workers have a significant impact on work experience. Today's guest, Betty Thorne Tierney, is Vice President and the Associate General Counsel for a large retail chain in the Southern US. She spent the last 31 years in retail, actively litigating all types of cases nationwide as first chair. Since 2012, she's led an in-house trial team of attorneys, paralegals, and admins. “It's not always easy to recognize an opportunity if it's something that you didn't envision for yourself.” - Beverly Williams Betty never envisioned herself in management, leading an in-house litigation team. But when the opportunity came, she took the time to decide, had conversations with her spouse, her boss, and took a chance. This turned out to be the best decision for her career. In this role, she learned how to manage different roles, different personalities, and work in different settings to do the best work—as a team—for the company. Key topics discussed in this episode include: Recognizing and assessing opportunities Characteristics considered in the hiring process Representing yourself and your company well “When looking for a new job, make sure you research, know what's expected, and see it meets your goals and abilities. That is the best thing you can do for yourself.” - Betty Thorne Tierney Beverly and Betty also talked about the right fit between the employee, the job, the company, and the team. Before anyone takes on a role, they need to make sure that the values, nature of work, and all other job details align with their goals. This isn't just for the benefit of the company, but also for the employee. It helps make sure that when they start working, they won't feel burdened, misunderstood, or even underperform. It's the job of the leader to develop the team. However, it's the employee's responsibility to develop skills and character and provide value to the company.  Connect with Betty Thorne Tierney: Facebook LinkedIn Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, we continue the series on labor management. This topic is much needed after the years of decline in union membership, the changes in the workplace after the pandemic, and the great resignation. There is now a cautious optimism about a resurgence of unionism. Our guest today is Stuart Davidson, Esq. He's currently a partner at Willig, Williams & Davidson where he represents public and private benefit funds, fighting to preserve the ability of workers to retire with dignity and have access to affordable health care. His work for unions includes leading contract negotiations, presenting interest and grievance arbitrations and advising on external and internal union matters. “It takes a monumental effort to successfully organize workers.” - Stuart Davidson While Stuart was in college, he was challenged by his great uncle to get to know and work with the working-class people of America, so he worked as a Union Organizer in North Carolina in the 1970s. Besides the social and economic aspects inhibiting union organization, he saw that lawyers dominated the field and denied workers the opportunity to build a better future. From there, he decided to attend law school and become a union lawyer. He's been representing unions and workers for 42 years. Key topics discussed: The duality of sides of workers and management The effects of the change from a defined benefit plan (earned pension) to a defined contribution plan (401k's) The rise in Union memberships, especially among the young workers The changes in the workplace over the decades, especially in the relationship between workers and management “I believe that labor is a failed process.” - Stuart Davidson The workplace and labor laws need to change so that employees will get paid fairly, get the benefits they deserve, and have a healthy working environment. This conversation between Beverly and Stuart has conflicting perspectives, new insights, and much-needed knowledge for anyone who wants to know the benefits of being a part of a union. Connect with Stuart Davidson Website LinkedIn Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Right now, the workplace has five different generations of employees, and such a diverse environment comes its set of benefits and challenges. This can be a tricky situation to navigate. If managed right, it can foster a group that's working cohesively together and a business that's constantly innovating and growing. When not handled well, it can lead to underappreciated employees, unqualified managers, and tense disagreements. To talk about how he handles these situations in his business, we're joined by Terry M. Isner. Terry is an experienced marketer and creative communicator with nearly three decades of expertise. He shares insights from his journey as the owner and CEO of Jaffee, a virtual agency specializing in legal PR and marketing. His focus on human dynamics and empathy in business has led to transformative leadership styles and improved productivity within his agency. Some topics Terry discusses include: Balancing compromise and collaboration - Different generations of employees have different perspectives and goals.  Recognizing Individual strengths and passions - When employees and managers treat each other as an individual, they can better recognize the strengths and dreams of each other. Embracing change and innovation - The workplace is constantly changing and employers need to adapt as well. This includes adapting the business in different areas like work structure, compensations, leadership styles, and even technology. “All we can do is try and be open. And that's exactly how this is going to work.” - Terry M. Isner This insightful conversation between Terry and Beverly gives practical advice and new perspectives on how businesses can navigate the complexities of the constantly evolving workplace and foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and innovation. Connect with Terry M. Isner: Website LinkedIn Twitter Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly Williams welcomes a very special guest, Mr. Richard Hooker Jr., a union leader, and officer. Together, they discuss the importance of collaborative negotiation in employment disputes, particularly in today's post-COVID world.  As the Principal Officer of Teamsters Local 623, Richard is responsible for its 4,500 members. He makes sure that they receive protection, fair pay and good work conditions. His goals are to change the mindset of management and employees and to bring dignity and respect back in the workplace. “We just went through one of the most difficult times of our history, and America had to depend on its workers to make it through.” - Richard Hooker Jr. Some of the issues in today's workplace discussed are: Union leaderships The Great Resignation led to people losing jobs without a backup Contentious strikes and dragged-out negotiations During the pandemic, the world realized how vital laborers are to keeping society running, and how they deserve fair contracts and compensation. When employees don't have a highly specialized or in-demand skill, they aren't in a position to make demands or have job security, because they can be easily replaced. This is why Richard is advocating for Unions, so workers can have the protection they need. The employer-employee relationship is still a relationship. Both sides have their expectations, needs, and non-negotiables. There has to be a balance, a way to reach win-win situations without great losses. This episode explores why this balance is necessary, yet tricky to reach. Connect with Richard Hooker Jr.: Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly's book: Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job Your-GPS-Employment-Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The court has been the place to settle all manners of disputes in family matters, estate dealings, and even employment issues. But taking things to court is expensive, time-consuming, and emotionally exhausting. In this episode, Beverly Williams is joined by esteemed attorney Marcia Werner to introduce us to the world of collaborative law and how it can be a better way to handle legal disagreements, even in labor management relations. Marcia is an accomplished attorney with over 45 years of experience in family law, employment law, and other legal specializations. Her passion for helping others and her dedication to promoting constructive dialogue gives a different take in the legal world. With her wealth of knowledge and commitment to promoting a better way to resolve legal disputes, she brings a new perspective to the table. “If your mind is telling you that you've been wronged, then you may fight to the end to try to vindicate your position.”-Marcia Werner Marcia introduces us to collaborative law, an alternative dispute resolution for legal matters where each party hires a lawyer along with other professionals, such as financial experts or mental health professionals to negotiate an agreement without ever going to court. This is more commonly practiced in estate disputes, divorce, and family law, but today we'll explore how this can be used in employment issues. With the rising number of calls for unionization, strikes, and changes in the employment world, perhaps now is the time to bring in collaborative law. Marcia also talks about: The origins of collaborative law The importance of transparency Interdisciplinary collaboration This episode provides fresh optimism and the knowledge that there are avenues for conflict resolution other than court. Connect with Marcia Werner: Website Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly's book: Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job Your-GPS-Employment-Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join host Beverly Williams in this episode of Your Employment Matters as she delves into the dynamic world of labor-management relations and shares invaluable career strategies to empower listeners in their job search journey. With insightful commentary and practical advice, Beverly explores key developments shaping the employment landscape and offers actionable insights for success. Beverly draws upon her extensive expertise in employment matters to guide listeners through the intricacies of labor management relations and effective career strategies. With years of experience as an author and advocate for employment success, Beverly brings a wealth of knowledge, offering invaluable insights for navigating today's competitive job market. “You want to convey the message that ‘I am a professional.'” – Beverly Williams Key insights shared in this episode are: Navigating Disability Disclosure Career Strategies for Success Practical Actions for Navigating the Workplace  Beverly also emphasizes the importance of gratitude, preparation, and perseverance while looking for a job. It's more than your qualifications and experience that will get you your dream job. Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices, visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the guarantees in life is that we'll face challenges. No matter what you do, there will come a time when you're in a difficult situation and you'll need to decide whether to give up or keep on going. But when you're working towards a goal, you always need to try to keep on going. Our guest today shares some impressive stories of working through difficulties and how he kept going. “You should be asking what's the right way to do something. And the right way isn't always easy.” - Brendon Spencer Brandon Spencer is a Physical Therapist. He got his degree from Kean University and went through the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Essex County College. His path to becoming a Physical Therapist is not just a testament to his professional dedication, but a story of tenacity and unwavering determination. Despite battling anxiety disorder during his first year of college and enduring a herniated disc in his spine during his final year, Brendon refused to let that stop him. He walked to class on crutches and took his final exams while lying down on the classroom floor. His commitment to his education reflects his grit, and it's a story still being told today by some of his professors. Also discussed in this episode: Choosing the right degree and school How passive income provides freedom and flexibility Understanding your value and marketability in the job market Brandon's story is inspirational and tells us that we can make things happen, achieve our goals, and have the life we want, no matter what our circumstances might be. Listen in to be filled with insights, motivation, and Brendon's inspiring story. Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices, visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a world where the employment landscape is constantly changing, the ability to navigate employment negotiations with finesse and thrive beyond these critical moments has never been more important.  Workplace dynamics, the difficulties of securing the right position, and the importance of long-term career development have all converged, necessitating a new level of expertise.   As we embark on this journey with Cindy Watson and Beverly Williams, we will uncover the secrets to not only securing the employment opportunities we desire, but also ensuring our ongoing professional success. So, let's step into the world of career wisdom and empowerment, where knowledge truly becomes the key to unlocking endless possibilities.   Beverly Williams is a multifaceted professional, renowned for her expertise as an author, employment specialist, former HR professional, arbitrator, and lecturer. She founded Parthenon Enterprises, Inc., a content development company that has since become synonymous with excellence in the realm of employment matters. Under the brand "Your Employment Matters," Beverly has curated a wealth of programming and written materials that provide invaluable guidance for individuals navigating the complex world of work and employment. In this episode, we will uncover:   What has changed in the employment scheme post-COVID, and who holds the leverage? Tips on how to prepare for job search How to ace a Job Interview How to resolve work place conflicts How to prepare for labor negotiations The key skills of a great negotiator Tips for dealing with bullies   Learn more about Beverly:   Website: https://www.youremploymentmatters.com/   Social Medias:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beverly-a-williams-86437a17/ Facebook: https://www..facebook.com/profile.php?id=100062965463771   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beverlywilliams6459/   Her book: Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job   Checkout her podcast: Your Employment Matters with Beverly Williams   If you're looking to up-level your negotiation skills, I have everything from online to group to my signature one-on-one mastermind & VIP experiences available to help you better leverage your innate power to get more of what you want and deserve in life. Check out our website at www.artofFeminineNegotiation.com if that sounds interesting to you. Get Cindy's book here: Amazon   https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1 EBook   https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1 Barnes and Noble   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-art-of-feminine-negotiation-cindy-watson/1141499614?ean=9781631959776 CONNECT WITH CINDY: Website: www.womenonpurpose.ca Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/womenonpurposecommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenonpurposecoaching/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thecindywatson Show: https://www.womenonpurpose.ca/media/podcast-2/ X(Twitter):  https://twitter.com/womenonpurpose1 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@hersuasion Email:  cindy@womenonpurpose.ca  

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Ken Landau talks with attorney Beverly Williams, author of "Your GPS to Employment Success", discusses best practices for employers and employees.

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Super Entrepreneurs Podcast, hosted by the visionary Shahid Durrani. In today's power-packed discussion, we dive deep into the world of mindfulness and its transformative impact on your entrepreneurial journey.   Are you ready to supercharge your professional life, reduce stress, and make decisions that lead to lasting success? Then you're in the right place! Mindfulness isn't just a buzzword; it's your secret superhero sidekick in the rollercoaster ride of entrepreneurship.   Join us as we uncover the practical techniques to bring mindfulness into your daily routine. Learn how to stay fully present in the chaos of business, boost your decision-making prowess, and achieve unparalleled fulfillment. Discover why successful entrepreneurs like Steve Jobs swear by mindfulness as their secret weapon.   But wait, there's more! Shahid Durrani shares personal insights and practical steps to infuse mindfulness into your entrepreneurial journey. From focusing on your breath to decluttering your mind, this episode is your GPS for mastering the art of mindful decision-making.   So, whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just embarking on this thrilling journey, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss out on the keys to unlock your inner super entrepreneur.   If you're ready to take your business and life to the next level, hit that play button and embark on a transformational journey with us. And remember, you are super!   Chapter Stamps:   Introduction to Mindfulness - [00:00:00] Shahid Durrani discusses the role of mindfulness in entrepreneurship. The Unwanted Guests: Stress and Chaos - [00:01:05] Stress and chaos as loyal companions in the entrepreneurial journey. Mindfulness Unveiled - [00:01:37] What mindfulness is and its soothing effect on the mind. The Roller Coaster of Entrepreneurship - [00:02:08] The highs and lows of the entrepreneurial adventure. Doubt and Self-Reflection - [00:02:37] Doubts, self-doubts, and the impact of past failures. Awakening to Mindset - [00:03:38] The realization of the need to work on one's mindset. The Present Moment - [00:04:06] The essence of mindfulness in being fully present. The Gym for the Mind - [00:05:30] Mindfulness as mental fitness. The Power of Awareness - [00:06:12] Bringing awareness to the present moment. Shift in Decision-Making - [00:08:57] The transformative effect of mindfulness on decision-making. Consistency is Key - [00:09:54] The journey of becoming consistently present. Clearing Mental Clutter - [00:10:55] Mindfulness as a tool to declutter the mind. Holistic Benefits - [00:11:54] The holistic effects of mindfulness on emotional, physical, and mental well-being. Steve Jobs and Mindfulness - [00:12:29] Steve Jobs' practice of mindfulness and its impact on innovation. The Foundation of Mindset - [00:13:00] Mindset as the foundation for a successful entrepreneurial journey. Closing Remarks - [00:13:26] Encouragement to leave a review and remember your inner power.   Pullout Quotes:   "Mindfulness: Your Secret Superhero in Entrepreneurship" - Discover how mindfulness can reduce stress, boost decision-making, and supercharge your professional life.   "Stay Present in the Chaos of Business" - Learn how to be fully engaged in the present moment, making better decisions and enhancing overall well-being.   "Your GPS for Mindful Decision-Making" - Follow practical steps, from focusing on your breath to decluttering your mind, to master mindful decision-making.   "Unlock Your Inner Super Entrepreneur" - Join us on this transformative journey and discover the keys to success in business and life.   Socials:   Website: https://shahiddurrani.com Shahid's Links: https://zez.am/officialshahiddurrani       ----more----  Notice to the Super Entrepreneurs community:   Before we part, remember to join our Private Facebook group, 'Mindset for Business Success.' Here we share mindset wisdom to elevate your life and business, ready for a transformative journey? This group is your key to unlocking potential and achieving business growth. Don't miss out on this incredible free resource. Join us in 'Mindset for Business Success' today!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindsetforbusinesssuccess/     ----more---- Affiliate Disclaimer: If you buy through one of the links provided, I may receive a commission (without any additional charge to you).

This episode of Your Employment Matters is the first in a series on labor unions and management relations. With all the recent news and headlines on unions and employment strikes, this series aims to demystify the labor framework, laws, and the underlying reasonings that shape our current system. And who better to start this series than our guest, Dean Burrell. Dean, a distinguished labor and employment attorney, brings unparalleled expertise gained from his journey as a litigator for the National Labor Relations Board, prominent law firms, and a senior executive in Fortune 500 companies' labor relations and human resources departments. His experience encompasses labor and employment arbitration-mediation, fact-finding, and comprehensive workplace investigations. In this episode, you will hear: How Dean went from being kicked out of his university program to his profession now The ins-and-outs of the labor industry, including labor arbitration, interest arbitration, fact-finding, employment arbitration and mediation If changes could be made in our labor laws   This episode takes us deep into the realm of labor relations, guided by Dean's vast knowledge and experience. More than an exploration of the industry, this episode serves as a reminder of fundamental concepts in the world of employment: mentorship, negotiation, protection, and agreements. Connect with Dean Burrell: Website LinkedIn Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices, visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

akaRadioRed welcomes three hardworking Creatives. Judi Thietten is an acrylic abstract artist, business owner, USA Pickleball Ambassador and Certified coach, vocalist, organist, pianist, song and lyric writer, and the author of “Grave State of Affairs – From Epitaphs to Belly Laughs.” Charmin Moore is a Registered Nurse and Hero Award winner, the founder of the Global Coaching Institute, author of “Lessons of a Life Coach” and creator of The Abundance Quest online course. Beverly A. Williams is a Partner in a global law firm, a podcaster, and the author of the book, “Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job” and the article, “Where I Come From, Women Don't Sit at the Head of the Table.” Join akaRadioRed for Read My Lips: Working Your Creativity!

akaRadioRed welcomes three hardworking Creatives. Judi Thietten is an acrylic abstract artist, business owner, USA Pickleball Ambassador and Certified coach, vocalist, organist, pianist, song and lyric writer, and the author of “Grave State of Affairs – From Epitaphs to Belly Laughs.” Charmin Moore is a Registered Nurse and Hero Award winner, the founder of the Global Coaching Institute, author of “Lessons of a Life Coach” and creator of The Abundance Quest online course. Beverly A. Williams is a Partner in a global law firm, a podcaster, and the author of the book, “Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job” and the article, “Where I Come From, Women Don't Sit at the Head of the Table.” Join akaRadioRed for Read My Lips: Working Your Creativity!

Prepare to be moved and inspired in this episode of Your Employment Matters. Christine Macdonald, the author of "Face Value: From Working the Pole to Baring My Soul." brings a story of triumph over adversity that will leave you motivated and empowered.  Christine's life journey has been marked by trials—childhood skin deformity, surgeries, abuse, addiction, and mental illness. Yet, she emerged as a warrior, turning her pain into purpose and advocating for those struggling with self-esteem and adversity. Her story stands as a beacon of hope, proving that obstacles can be conquered and transformed into personal growth. She's a living testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit.  Amidst her challenges, Christine found her way to a career in sales, where her remarkable ability to connect with people and gauge a room propelled her to success. Her journey is a testament to the remarkable strength that lies within each of us, waiting to be harnessed.  Here are the three lessons Christine shares that will help anyone in any aspect of life:  Know yourself, your blind spots and your strengths.  Know your lane and focus on excelling at it.  Share your story.    “You may have the cinderblocks pulling you under of the person that you once were, but that's not who you are now. So, try to look at it from the lens of evolution rather than have your behaviors hold you back.” - Christine Macdonald  More than anything, Christine's message resonates with hope—a reminder that improvement is always possible, and the past need not shackle us. Join us in this episode to witness the power of transformation and to discover the strength that lies within every one of us.  Connect with Christine Macdonald:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn  YouTube  Twitter  Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices, visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode we're sharing an interview that Beverly did on Jen Hardy's podcast "Fabulous Over Fifty". You can find Jen in the following places: https://jenhardy.net/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thejenhardy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thejenhardy/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejenhardy/ Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success https://www.amazon.com/Your-GPS-Employment-Success-Succeed/dp/195334996X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=NONPKK0HPTRD&dchild=1&keywords=your+gps+to+employment+success&qid=1624982367&s=books&sprefix=your+GPS%2Cbeauty%2C152&sr=1-1 Learn more about your ad choices, visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a special episode of "Your Employment Matters," we take a different approach to our usual interviews. Our guest today is a captivating and inspiring speaker whose perspective on life will keep you enthralled for hours. With personal anecdotes and words of wisdom, this episode has something special just for you.  Frank E. Legette, III, carries four decades of pastoral ministry experience, currently serving as the esteemed pastor of Grace Tabernacle Church in Norristown, PA. It was within this role that his remarkable ministry for women, The Women's Empowerment HQ, came into existence. His life's mission is to empower women to achieve the love they desire, deserve, and dream of since their childhood. Not only that, but Pastor Frank is also a multi-talented screenwriter, film director, and producer.  “If Plan A is not working, you have to go to Plan B.” - Pastor Frank Legette  In this powerful episode, Pastor Frank imparts three major lessons:  Importance of having the right tools  Surrounding yourself with the right people  Consistently improving yourself and your situation    “I am the sum total of great individuals in my life whose shoulders I stand on.” - Pastor Frank Legette  This episode also delves into the practical skill of awareness—knowing what's happening in your surroundings, industry, and community. As the world evolves rapidly, staying informed and knowledgeable is vital for staying ahead.  Tune in to this enlightening episode to glean wisdom, inspiration, and practical advice from Pastor Frank Legette, which has the power to transform both your personal and professional life.  Connect with Pastor Frank Legette:  Website  LinkedIn  Book The Art of Womanhood  Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices, visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are those professionals who, when you look at their portfolio, make you want to stop and ask, “How did they do it?” These are the ones who have worked for multiple high-performing companies, across multiple industries, and yet in each position they held, they delivered excellent results and contributed to the organization. One of these individuals is our guest for today, Paul Teasdale.  For over 20 years, Paul has helped businesses to drive performance, most recently with the McLaren racing team. Through coaching and facilitation support, he helps clients take the approaches and ways of working that deliver elite-level Motorsport performance, and apply them to their own world through facilitation, speaking, and consulting.   Paul has studied engineering, yet he describes himself as the world's worst technical engineer. Instead, his interest lies in the practical application of the methodologies of engineering, looking at a certain system or process, and figuring out how else it can be improved.  “We all have transferrable skills. A lot of people just don't realize it enough.” - Paul Teasdale  Throughout Paul's professional years, he has learned lots of lessons. Here are three that he shared in this episode:  We all have transferrable skills, and these are what will bring us through all the professional changes we will go through.  Put in the effort to improve yourself and your professional performance.  Learn to identify the data and elements you need that will allow you to make the best decisions.    “How can you adapt what has been learned and then adapt it for your own performance?” - Paul Teasdale  Paul says that any job position should be beneficial for both employee and employer. The values and goals should be aligned. You should bring value to the organization you're a part of, and you should get the support that you need for you to perform your best.  Connect with Paul Teasdale:  Website  Instagram  LinkedIn  Twitter    Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices, visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with author Marina Shakour Haber.Marina was a successful entrepreneur in the nurse staffing and home health care industry where she observed too many people being overwhelmed, stressed, and unhappy. That's why she decided to follow her own calling to become a life coach, motivational speaker, and author. She wrote, Dream A Better Dream, and released her Amazon Best-Selling book, Your GPS to Happiness, in August 2022, for which she has received a 5-star review from Readers' Favorite. http://dreamabetterdreamnow.com/https://www.amazon.com/Your-GPS-Happiness-Fulfillment-Prosperity-ebook/dp/B0B72F2PHD/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2FJILQKDKTONN&keywords=your+gps+to+happiness&qid=1682654451&sprefix=your+gps+to+happiness%2Caps%2C179&sr=8-1

 Episode 34  Marina Shakour Haber, spiritual author, speaker, and coach joins Dr. Sandra Marie for a lively conversation about the effects of negativity on us personally and as a society and how to move towards a state of JOY.  "Encouraging people to envision a better more fulfilling life and the empower them to fine what really matters" is Marina's mission. Dr. Sandra Maria engages Marina in a conversation that delves deeper into what this mission means.  The importance of JOY is a theme throughout the conversation. "When you don't honor, enjoy, or respect the present you cannot enjoy your life" (Marina). The two talk about reframing joy in our lives and Marina shares times when she got off track.  Marina talks about the two books she has authored, Dream a Better Dream and Your GPS to Happiness. She includes insights, purpose and some back story to each of the books. Dr. Sandra Marie shares her excitement about Marina's last thoughts she shares with the listeners at  the end of the show that leaves  uplifting and positive energy. Links Email: marina.shakour@gmail.comWebsite: www.DreamABetterDreamNow.com                     www.YourGPStoHappiness.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marina-haber-b0a8bb1b/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marina.shakourhaberSpiritual Activism Website: https://spiritualactivismgroup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spiritualactivismgroupSupport the showPlease subscribe and follow the show to get updates on new releases. Kindly asking to share with friends who may enjoy or benefit.Embrace YOUR Wild Soul!https://www.youtube.com/@spirituallycurioushttps://www.tiktok.com/@spirituallycurioushttps://www.twitter.com/@curious_spiritshttps://www.instagram.com/spirituallycurious_https://www.facebook.com/groups/happyhourforthespirituallycuriouswww.wildsoulsgathering.com

 Episode 34  Marina Shakour Haber, spiritual author, speaker, and coach joins Dr. Sandra Marie for a lively conversation about the effects of negativity on us personally and as a society and how to move towards a state of JOY.  "Encouraging people to envision a better more fulfilling life and the empower them to fine what really matters" is Marina's mission. Dr. Sandra Maria engages Marina in a conversation that delves deeper into what this mission means.  The importance of JOY is a theme throughout the conversation. "When you don't honor, enjoy, or respect the present you cannot enjoy your life" (Marina). The two talk about reframing joy in our lives and Marina shares times when she got off track.  Marina talks about the two books she has authored, Dream a Better Dream and Your GPS to Happiness. She includes insights, purpose and some back story to each of the books. Dr. Sandra Marie shares her excitement about Marina's last thoughts she shares with the listeners at  the end of the show that leaves  uplifting and positive energy. Links Email: marina.shakour@gmail.comWebsite: www.DreamABetterDreamNow.com                     www.YourGPStoHappiness.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marina-haber-b0a8bb1b/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marina.shakourhaberSpiritual Activism Website: https://spiritualactivismgroup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spiritualactivismgroupSupport the showPlease subscribe and follow the show to get updates on new releases. Kindly asking to share with friends who may enjoy or benefit.Embrace YOUR Wild Soul!https://www.youtube.com/@spirituallycurioushttps://www.tiktok.com/@spirituallycurioushttps://www.twitter.com/@curious_spiritshttps://www.instagram.com/spirituallycurious_https://www.facebook.com/groups/happyhourforthespirituallycuriouswww.wildsoulsgathering.com

In this episode, we're still discussing employment, but more than that, we're talking about gratitude, life's purpose, and love. There are some people who just seem to radiate love and light, and that's the perfect way to describe our guest for today.  Kim Sorrelle is a writer, speaker, entrepreneur, activist, and author. Her entrepreneurial journey included commercial real estate, a golf course, event facilities, catering, a grocery store, and more. Besides building businesses into multi-million-dollar companies, Kim is proud to have weathered the pandemic storm in the food industry, pivoting, keeping staff employed, and seeing the company's sales grow beyond pre-pandemic numbers. Kim is also the director of Rays of Hope International, a partnering organization working with people who have a passion, a vision, and a mission to help people in their own country and just need someone to walk alongside.  “Whatever you're passionate about and gifted in, put it to use to help people.” - Kim Sorrelle  Here are three life lessons we can take away from Kim's experiences:  Develop discipline and good habits now. They're necessary for your success.  Always practice gratitude and choose love.  Let what you're passionate about be your gift to the world.    Kim has had a lot of success in her life, but she's also experienced great loss and went on her own journey to discover love. It's amazing how someone who's had as much success as she's had, and experienced as much as she has, can still be so humble and inviting. Kim truly loves people, and she now shares what she's learned about the true meaning of love as much as she can.  “Part of it is having the right mindset, that you are capable and you are worthy.” - Kim Sorrelle  So let Kim inspire and encourage you today. Listen to her story, I guarantee that you'll leave with lessons that you can apply to your life right away.  Connect with Kim Sorrelle:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn    Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yesterday the TikTok CEO was grilled by U.S. lawmakers on Capitol Hill. TikTok is a Chinese company, and China has laws that state that every tech company must give unfettered back-door access to their entire systems to the Chinese security state. As in, everything TikTok knows, the Chinese secret police and military know. They don't need to ask; they don't need to go to court to get a search warrant. It's China. It's a dictatorship. They just take it. It's not a secret. You might say — so what does TikTok know about its users that is so damaging to U.S. and Canadian national security? I mean, half of TikTok is silly video trends. But that's the bait — the fun video sing-alongs. The fun video filters, like the one that — I don't know how they do it — make you look like you're 20 years young. ONLINE PRIVACY But the worrying part is that the app is on your phone, and it has access to everything. You give it access to everything on your phone. Your friends list. Your photos and videos. Your GPS location. It asks you for permission, you click yes, and it has the information. Over 100 million Americans have opted-in. Here's a link to their privacy policy. Who do we share your information with? We share your data with third-party service providers who help us to deliver the Platform, such as cloud storage providers. We also share your information with business partners, other companies in the same group as TikTok, content moderation services, measurement providers, advertisers, and analytics providers. Where and when required by law, we will share your information with law enforcement agencies or regulators, and with third parties pursuant to a legally binding court order. That's a gentle way of saying they share it with anyone they want — including the Chinese government. Look at this paragraph: _User Content and Behavioural Information. We process the content you generate and view on the Platform, including preferences you set (such as choice of language) photographs, audios and videos you upload or create, comments and livestreams you make (“User Content”). We collect User Content through pre-loading at the time of creation, import, or upload, regardless of whether you choose to save or upload that User Content, in order to recommend audio options and provide other personalized recommendations. We may collect information about the images and audio that are a part of your User Content, such as identifying the objects and scenery that appear, the existence and location within an image of face and body features and attributes, the nature of the audio, and the text of the words spoken in your User Content._ We may access content, including text, images, and video, found in your device's clipboard, with your permission. It goes on. You give them everything, forever, for free, for them to do whatever they like. HAN DONG I mean, it's bad, sure. But is it as bad as having an accused Chinese agent sitting in your Parliament, as part of the government? Dong's been accused of working with the Chinese dictatorship, advising them to keep the two Michaels in prison longer. The Trudeau government determined that there was no “actionable evidence” after it received a CSIS transcript of an early 2021 conversation between Liberal MP Han Dong and China's top diplomat in Toronto, according to a senior government source – saying conclusions could not be drawn that Mr. Dong asked Beijing to keep two Canadians in prison for political reasons. What was he doing reporting to Beijing? He's not a foreign minister. TIKTOK AND HUAWEI TikTok is awful. And don't think Facebook and YouTube are any better — we know from what Twitter has disclosed under Elon Musk that they were the same. Twitter was basically in the service of the CIA and FBI. So of course TikTok is in the service of China's PLA. I don't mind the idea of banning TikTok — it's malware, it's spyware, it feels like a toy, a game, a hobby, whatever, an entertainment, but it's an espionage tool — just like DJI drones. Almost all the drones sold in America are Chinese made — and all of their data goes through their servers back in China. I would say that every square inch of America is mapped in high def by Americans using drones. And that's all in China's hands now. And 100 million humans, and all of their social connections. They have all the info, all of it. In 2021, Trudeau partnered with Huawei to sponsor leading-edge computer and electrical engineering research at Canadian universities, "a move critics say threatens this country's national security and economic interests." So yeah. On your app. Or on your Huawei phone. Or in your telecom hardware. Or your MPs. Or your prime minister. Or your former governor-general. Or your former PM, who went to work for China less than two months after retiring as PM. JOE BIDEN Now Joe Biden may even be worse. He may even be on the payroll, indirectly. His son Hunter takes millions — some reporting suggests much, much more — from China. For no apparent work or skills. Who just happened to fly to China with Biden on Air Force One ten years ago when Biden was VP. So you have two of the most compromised leaders in the world, when it comes to China. And two of the most corrupt leaders in the world. And two of the frankly stupidest leaders in the world. At least Biden has an excuse — he's lived a long life and he's in his twilight years, he's 80, and he's losing some of his sharpness. It's a huge problem. But our government was corrupted the old-fashioned way — money and power. Before I stop talking about TikTok, let me tell you that I downloaded the app, then deleted it because I was worried about security. But then I downloaded it again because how can you say no? Whenever conservatives are in power — Donald Trump, or Stephen Harper — the media party and the left tells us they're warmongers, they're cowboys, they don't know how diplomacy is done. It's a lie — Harper had stronger relations with every country after his term than the beginning — except Russia. Trump Brough peace to the Middle East, and the Korean Peninsula, and Russia, which invaded Ukraine both before and after Trump didn't dare do such a thing while he was in office. Harper didn't have such military power. But he had some respect from world leaders. Even Obama, who disagreed with Harper on most things, agreed to exempt Canadians from his Buy American rules; softwood lumber problems; Obama didn't approve KXL, but at least he didn't ban it — until Trudeau took office. It's true that Trudeau opened our borders to every fake refugee in America; but it's also true that the Democrats are bussing migrants up here — easier than deporting them. Speaking of which, did you see our new trailer for our undercover Roxham Road video? Oh well. Back to Ottawa. Dumb and dumber. It's insane that Biden says he's going to run again, and it looks like he means it. It's even crazier that Trudeau will, too. Guest: Barbara Kay, Columnist, National Post speaks on Trudeau Liberals MAID regime.

Marina Shakour Haber was a successful entrepreneur in the nurse staffing and home health care industry where she observed too many people being overwhelmed, stressed, and unhappy.That's why she decided to follow her own calling to become a life coach, motivational speaker, and author. She wrote, Dream A Better Dream, and released her Amazon Best-Selling book, Your GPS to Happiness, in August 2022, for which she has received a 5-star review from Readers' Favorite. She is known as the Happiness Guru, and works with people who seek change because their lives broke down, and now they need clarity, direction, and guidance to break through to their new purpose so that they find meaning, fulfillment, and success, but, above all, happiness. Guest Resources: www.YourGpstoHappiness.com https://amzn.to/3aWD57j Your GPS to Happiness guides you to arrive at a place of inner joy, perfect happiness, and self-confidence so that you become who you are meant to be. By following this road map, starting with Part I, 'being enough', to Part II 'doing enough, and ending with Part II 'having enough'. You can achieve great health, wealth, and success, and of course deep, fulfilling relationships with yourself and others. Stop pursuing happiness—start being happy now. Resources: Listen and Lean into our Resilient Community! Get your free monthly magazine and all access to our video vault. www.resilientgift.com Did I mention.... totally FREE! Other episodes you'll enjoy: Jodi Wellman - How to Live a Life Worth Living https://www.spreaker.com/user/16624418/jodi-wellman Gal from the Midwest Hunts Pythons in Florida :Amy Siewe https://www.spreaker.com/user/16624418/amy Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resilientseries/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KimTalkscaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCowz4fs2_3aPu8D5d1NAmQw Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kim_Hayden1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-hayden-74a203181/ Website: https://www.resilientseries.com/kim-talks-podcast Loved this episode?Leave us a review

Let me ask you. Are you at the place where you're unsure about your career? Maybe you're undecided? You probably have an idea of what you want. Or you might have no idea at all. How do you decide your path? How do you set goals?   Today's guest, Claudia Miller, is going to help us answer those questions. Claudia is a career coach for women in tech. She helps her clients land jobs in 90 days (or less!) that have around a 50% salary increase. She has a vast background from architecture, management, health, technology, finance, to education and marketing, which she now uses to help her clients.  Claudia learned what she knows now out of necessity. Being the first one in her family to even finish eighth grade, she knew she couldn't rely on her family to teach her what she needed to know to advance in her career. She got great grades, was on honor roll, and earned scholarships. Even in high school, she joined internships, networked, looked for mentors, and did everything she thought she had to do. She believed that if she did all these right things, the interviews, and job offers would come after college. But what exactly happened? She had one interview and one job offer.   That experience led Claudia to re-evaluate everything she thought she knew about the professional marketplace and she started asking questions. How can I hack this career advancement? How can I increase my salary? How can I get multiple job interviews and offers?    What followed was years of learning, multiple career shifts, salary increase at every job offer, and her helping professionals land their next job and put them higher on their career ladder.  “When we bring two intersections of industries that are not correlated, that's when you become the expert.” - Claudia Miller  Today, Claudia shares many practical tips for leveraging and presenting yourself, networking, learning about the industry, conducting interviews, and even how to secure  yourself in this time of evolving AI.  “Make sure you take care of your mind and your mindset because if you're not feeling confident, it will leak out to the entire job search process.” - Claudia Miller  And in the middle of this recession, layoffs, and job uncertainty, Claudia's advice is to keep a clear mind and not let any of the worries affect this job search.  If you're at this place where you need to decide about your career, remember that you can do whatever you put your mind to do as long as you're willing to put in the work and be persistent.   Connect with Claudia Miller:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn  Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How good are you at handling change? Do you handle it well? How sure are you?  Joining us today is Elizabeth Powers, a sought-after speaker, facilitator, teacher, and consultant. She is also the CEO of EPower & Associates, Inc., which provides people development in the form of training, coaching, consulting, and events, and is the parent organization for The EPower Change Institute and The Trauma Informed Academy.  “The only time we welcome change and are excited by it is if we design the change, we execute the change, and it goes exactly as we want it to. Otherwise, we don't like it very much, because it's imposed on us, and we feel like we lose our ability to make choices.” - Elizabeth Powers  Elizabeth's mother has said that Elizabeth has “gone through more change than a chameleon going through a costume ball.” And Elizabeth agrees!  She started out as a shoe repairer at a shop that served celebrities where she started out not believing that she could do anything more. One day, a client came in, saw her, and said, “You are way too smart to be doing this. Don't let yourself get stuck here.” That was the first time she felt seen, and she kept that moment tucked in her heart for a long time. Since then, she has worked in public welfare, had (and lost) other jobs, and had to learn how to deal with the different changes in her life.  Here are the key topics Elizabeth discusses today:  Our mindsets around change  Choosing how we respond to change  Developing our emotional intelligence and that inner connection to our own feelings    “If you can't tolerate the discomfort of learning something new, or of taking in information from other people, you're going to be stuck.” - Elizabeth Powers  Today, Elizabeth spends her time helping people deal with change. She speaks to motivate others and to share her own story of hope and healing. And that's exactly what she does in this episode. Do you want to learn how to better deal with change? Listen to Elizabeth to receive her words of wisdom.  Connect with Elizabeth Powers:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn  Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

akaRadioRed welcomes three mindful Creatives. Jodi Wellman named her business Four Thousand Mondays to shine the light on the finite number of weeks we have to live – like we mean it. Marina “The Happiness Guru” Shakour Haber, an entrepreneur in nurse staffing/home health care and Persian rugs, is the author of Dream A Better Dream and Your GPS to Happiness. Renae Thornborrow, Founder and CEO of Adventures in Wisdom Inc., has certified coaches for kids in 30+ countries, to develop children's mindset skills for self-esteem and more. Join akaRadioRed for Read My Lips: Happy Creativity!

akaRadioRed welcomes three mindful Creatives. Jodi Wellman named her business Four Thousand Mondays to shine the light on the finite number of weeks we have to live – like we mean it. Marina “The Happiness Guru” Shakour Haber, an entrepreneur in nurse staffing/home health care and Persian rugs, is the author of Dream A Better Dream and Your GPS to Happiness. Renae Thornborrow, Founder and CEO of Adventures in Wisdom Inc., has certified coaches for kids in 30+ countries, to develop children's mindset skills for self-esteem and more. Join akaRadioRed for Read My Lips: Happy Creativity!

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to author and happiness guru Marina Shakour Haber. Marina talks to us about why we must fail and fall as entrepreneurs. Marina Shakour Haber, who is known as the Happiness Guru, is the author of ‘Dream A Better Dream', and her new release, ‘Your GPS to Happiness'. She is an intuitive life coach who works with people who seek change because their lives broke down, and now they need clarity, direction, and guidance to break through to their new purpose so that they find meaning, fulfilment, and success, but, above all, happiness.

It's easy to assume that getting the job you want is tied directly to the degree you earned and the specific skills you have. Yet, there is ample opportunity existing outside of your comfort zone that allows you to explore a different career path than the one you expected.  Carlene Shapiro, the Vice President of Human Resources for the WNET group, shares her 25 year experience building a career with Pfizer that gave her the opportunity to explore many departments and interests. Charlene started her education focused on being a teacher, but gave herself the space to figure out and experience what she enjoyed more along the way.  “One of the things I realized very quickly working in corporate America is that relationships were a key to success.” -Charlene Shapiro   In your career, opportunities are dependent on the connections and relationships you build over time. Charlene shares how building a rapport with people in other departments benefited her career.   Key insights Charlene shares:  Exploring a career path instead of following it  Relationship building up and down the chain to build rapport throughout  The state of HR and employers retaining employees post-Covid    The exciting news is that even with tons of opportunities, there are more opportunities to work remotely if you desire to. Employers are having a hard time making a daily commute and reason to be in office appealing for employees. When weighing options on what your next career move is, make sure that you consider lateral moves and moves that may not include more money.  “It's really important to connect to people on a personal level. You can keep that business distance, but people need to know you care about them as a human being.” -Charlene Shapiro   Connect with Charlene Shapiro  Website  Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning Kings and Queens, Plans change and sometimes get cancelled. Sometimes that is just how it is supposed to go. However, a cancelled plan might just be a rerouted destination for your growth and good. Take the reroute! Your GPS does it often. Have a blessed day

You've known about the glass-ceiling for years. The difficulty you've faced to advance your professional career as a woman, or an ethnic minority wasn't your imagination. Getting into a senior position may be difficult, but it's far from impossible.  Today's guest, Jocelyn King, is an impact life coach with a senior executive background from Silicon Valley. Among numerous accolades, she's been voted a Top 10 Woman in Cybersecurity. Jocelyn coaches and inspires people to live their life better on purpose.  “I had to learn how to overcome the fears and limitations that I was primarily putting on myself.” -Jocelyn King  Jocelyn has had such an impressive career, and yet in spite of her success, she's still had to overcome the fears and limitations she placed on herself. We all have struggles both internally and externally that we have to overcome to learn how to break through the glass ceiling and become movers and shakers.  Ideas we discuss for breaking through the glass ceiling:  What it means to be movers, shakers and glass-ceiling breakers  Being in the room where decisions are made  Breaking your own limitations  Jocelyn has a very logical and direct approach to employment and climbing the corporate ladder that really resonates with me. You have to understand that there are conversations taking place with or without you. Rather than be angry and feeling victimized, take her tips and strategies to get in the room so that new roles are created for you instead.  “If you apply for a position that's already posted, it's too late.” -Jocelyn King  Connect with Jocelyn King  Website  Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 The ability to work remote has opened the opportunity for you to apply to work in any state and in any country regardless of your location. Seems like the playing field should be level, but the cultural differences and expectations can make it difficult and near impossible to secure employment if you're not conscious of these differences.  Julia Kirst is a cross-cultural strategist that helps international professionals secure employment opportunities in the U.S. Julia understands that being highly qualified isn't enough without context and knowledge of cultural values.  “Having an awareness of what's normal for the other person is so important. We can only respond properly if we understand how that person is reading us” -Julia Kirst  Ideas to consider when applying outside of your country:  How to present your skills and credentials  Understanding your audience or the gatekeeper is a benefit  Interviewers are human and want to be seen and heard also    Jula released her book, What the United States Wants, to help broaden the reach of the international clients she consults with one-on-one. She considers her books to be a roadmap and guide that can be used as a resource when applying for study, work, and visa opportunities in the U.S., but this book can also be a great resource and food for thought if you are U.S. based and applying for international employment opportunities.  “I can give them the tools to understand what is expected of them and to present their skills and their credentials in a way that is respected by the gatekeeper” - Julia Kirst  Connect with Julia Kirst and sign up for her newsletter for tips and resources she shares in her bi-monthly newsletter website.    Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 If your job expected you to keep everything organized, fully stocked, clean, and running smoothly from the start of your shift to the end of your shift, you'd probably expect a pretty busy day. When you meet with your boss and they also add that they need other team members managed, conflicts resolved, clean clothes, meals prepared, and everyone's schedule accommodated, you may feel overwhelmed and exhausted quick. Later, when you realize all the work expected is paying $0.00/hour, you may actually walk and say forget it all.  The life of a homemaker involves all of this and more. It's no easy job, and yet many homemakers are taken for granted. Many homemakers are dealing with low self-worth and low self-value when looking to rejoin the workforce. “I'm JUST a homemaker” or “I only stay home with my kids.”  Today's guest, Laura Troy, is the President of the Displaced Homemakers Network of New Jersey. Her commitment to helping women navigate the process of going from unpaid work as homemakers to paid work is a passion that began with a personal experience very close to her.  “The sad thing is we don't put much value on the homemaker, and the child raising part of the family.” -Laura Troy  Helping individuals return to the workforce is a process that requires mental work and preparation, as well as support and encouragement. Laura shares how she's been able help these women boost their confidence and self-worth and see the value they really bring to the table:  Recovering from mental and emotional abuse of feeling undervalued  Career assessments and skill translation from being a homemaker to skilled and valued employee  Providing emotional support to individuals who've lost themselves in years of servitude    It's so easy for women in particular to feel marginalized when going through life changing events like divorce, separation, a disabled spouse or other situations. A big part of what Laura is doing is helping people see their worth after what feels like a scary traumatic experience.  “All moms are working moms, no matter what, you worked.” - Laura Troy  You can connect with The New Jersey Displaced Homemakers and Laura on their website.    Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Having more than one interest or more than one passion isn't so unusual. In fact, most of us have multiple interests and as you go through high school and college you are coerced into choosing one path, one direction, and one career.  But why not pursue more than one career? Aside from time, money, and effort, pursuing multiple careers, especially complementary or adjacent careers, makes sense and can lead to a more fulfilling life, in spite of the challenges.  Today's guest, Dr. Michael Fenster, is better known as Chef Dr. Mike. He is a Board-Certified Interventional Cardiologist, a Professor of Culinary Medicine, and a Professional Chef. Talk about mixing careers. Dr. Mike's approach and inspiration in creating multiple careers doing what he loves comes from challenging conventional wisdom and being aligned with his interests over enough time to develop career sustaining passions.  “I am a victim of two-by-four-karma, which means I'm not very bright, and I often have to get hit in the head with a two-by-four before I pick and pay attention and follow the path.” -Dr. Mike  Career nuggets from Chef Dr. Mike:  From dishwasher to executive chef  Becoming a cardiologist after earning his degree in gourmet cooking  Personal experiences that influenced his career fusion  What culinary medicine is and how seeking truth challenges conventional wisdom    Chef Dr. Mike has a unique career path, rich with experience and filled with challenges along the way of fulfilling his passion. As a bonus, Dr. Mike shares why food is medicine for the body and how to keep your physical and mental health strong with real food, exercise, and meditation.  “If you don't have 10 minutes a day for a meditation, you probably need 20.” -Dr. Mike  You can connect with Dr. Michael Fenster, a.k.a. Chef Dr. Mike, on his website.  Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you set goals for your business at the start of the year, back in January?   If you're like most entrepreneurs, I'm sure you did. But, unlike most other entrepreneurs, you are NOT going to wait until December to assess your progress on those goals because we're diving into that right now.    In today's post, I'm guiding you through a midyear check-in for your business. Midyear is the perfect time to realistically determine if the path you're on is still serving your larger goals, or if it's time to reroute your GPS to make the most of the second half of 2022.    Read on to find out how to organize your own midyear review.   And don't worry - this is a judgment and stress-free exercise. Wherever you are right now is exactly where you're supposed to be. We're 6 months into 2022 - exactly halfway through the year.    It's the middle of the year, and we're coming up on the summer solstice, which is a beautiful representation of all the light, beauty, and abundance that's ahead of us. I find that now is a really good time to do a midyear business health check.    What do I mean by this?    Well, let's say you're headed out in your car on a long road trip. At the start, you pop your destination into your GPS and hit the road. Though at some point, when you're making a pit stop, you (along with your GPS) will check the conditions and look out for any upcoming traffic or other issues. Your GPS may end up rerouting you to ensure you're still on the best route to your destination.  The same system of assessing your route along the way is also an excellent idea for your business.    Most entrepreneurs set goals at the same time in January. Then, they head out into their year focused on trying to achieve X. Some get there, some don't. Come December, they check-in with the original goal and see where they ended up.     But here's the thing - January to December is too long of a time to go without a check-in. If you wait the entire year, you miss opportunities to reroute yourself. Your goals may have been better served and more likely to be attained if they'd been assessed along the way and potentially rerouted. And you can only make the decision to reroute if you always know exactly where you are, where you're trying to go, and the obstacles in between.  Where are you right now in your business?    In beginning your assessment, start by determining where you're at and where you want to go from here.    What does my current situation look like?   Am I actually producing what I want to produce?   Are things happening in the way I want them to happen?   Is my business giving me the freedom and joy that I want?   Where do I want to go with the rest of my year? The key here, especially as you get rolling, is to not be hard on yourself. Even if you're not where you wanted to be, that's ok. You are exactly where you are. There's no going backwards, so don't beat yourself up over it.    Wherever you are right now is exactly where you're supposed to be. Know this, accept this.    Acceptance allows you to take a step back and assess the big picture without judgment.     Are you where you want to be? If not, what are you going to do about it?   Are you fulfilling your purpose on a daily basis and doing what lights you up? Do you feel like your gifts are being put out into the world in a way that serves your clients in the best way possible?   You can use this midyear check-in as both a reality check and a wake-up call.  How to conduct your midyear business health check   Begin by finding a place where you can feel comfortable and get quiet. You want your environment to be a container that supports you. Maybe get a cozy blanket and a journal.    During this time, I want you to be a kind guide and mentor to yourself. Because if you're going to be honest with yourself, this is not about shame. This is about grounding yourself into a place where you feel super comfortable to journal on your deepest, most inner thoughts about your current reality, free of judgment.    Next, determine how you're spending your days. What is your intention? If you have an intention, you have a focus. And that's how you get better, little by little, day by day. What is it in your business that you want to continue to improve upon? Maybe it's creating more freedom, maybe it's creating more boundaries, maybe it's creating more sales, maybe it's creating more leads, maybe it's finally creating that funnel. Sometimes these goals/intentions can span over multiple weeks. The important thing is that you're not just waking up each day and attacking your to-do list without intention. That's a quick way to lose track of your intended route.    In this step, you're ultimately determining where you're at, what's working, what isn't, and what you want to improve upon moving forward.    This midyear check-in is also a fantastic time to check on your business' financial health.    Take a look at your profit number. Profit is different from revenue, and it's important to note the distinction. Your profit is going to give you your actual income, after expenses. Is this number something that you can live off of, and something that creates the freedom you're seeking?   Next, take a look at your business expenses, particularly recurring expenses. Make cuts accordingly for anything that's no longer necessary. Be mindful of where your money is going and how you're spending it.    Lastly, determine what you can do to bring in more leads, and thus, more sales and revenue. How can you better serve your clients in a scalable way?   Once you complete your midyear check-in, I'd love to hear how it went. DM me on Instagram and let me know what you tapped into. Please also share this with a business friend who needs to do a midyear check in of their own to recalibrate and reset where they're going on their map. 

Mental health impacts millions of people and is one of those things people can avoid dealing with their entire lives depending on the culture and part of society they were exposed to. Some cultures view seeking therapy and professional help as a sign of weakness and embarrassment.  Among black communities, mental health is only recently being openly discussed. According to NAMI.org, 63% of black people believe that mental health is a sign of weakness, which leads to shame and not having the conversations or seeking the help they need.  Over 11 million adults are estimated to have had serious suicidal thoughts (source)  More recently, there has been the normalization of mental and emotional health in the workplace. Though Covid took us through one of the worst periods in modern global history, it was also part of the change in mental health conversations between employers and employees.  Today's episode is dedicated to a dear friend, Dansby White. Like many people lost to suicide, his sudden and unexpected departure serves as a wake-up call for all of us to check in with our friends, family, and loved ones, especially the ones that appear to be fine.  Beverly is giving you 8 tips to maintain mental and emotional health during your job search. The tips being shared are from Chapter 1 of Your GPS to Employment Success, Prepare, Plan, Persist, Persevere.  “When the world says give up, hope whispers try it one more time.” -Unknown  Resources Mentioned in this Episode:  From Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story  The National Alliance on Mental Illness    Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration  Thrive Global  The Holistic Root to Managing Anxiety  The Resiliency Advantage: Master Change: Thrive Under Pressure, and Bounce Back from Setbacks    Remember to check-in on the people you care about, and make sure you have someone to talk to when you're not feeling your best.  Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At different stages of your career, you begin to formulate different expectations from your employer. With time and experience in different industries and different work environments, you start to assess what you can tolerate from management and co-workers, and what you're not willing to tolerate as well.  75% of employees quit their boss, not their job (source)  Victoria Dew does not consider herself to be a great employee, but has created her business, Dewpoint Communications to help employers create better employee experiences that contribute to both a better life for their employees, and higher productivity for the business.  Have you ever worked for an employer that's not supportive or invested in your growth? How has microaggressions and toxicity in the workplace affected your stress levels and productivity? Victoria reveals several ways she's making sure employers see the benefit of improving their internal communication and employee experiences.  “When employees are [...] better able to do their jobs, that's better for business.” -Victoria Dew  Victoria's employment experience insights and findings shared in this episode:  Why a people-powered employee centric business is good business sense  Opportunities that exist in this shifting employee market  Employee expectations include being happy and satisfied with meaningful work  Which skills are worth pursuing in a tech focused future of innovative solutions  What people and businesses can expect returning to the office after Covid    The employer-employee relationship doesn't have to be strained with mistrust and poor communication. No relationship can thrive in those circumstances. Employers that invest in services such as the service Victoria's company provides, speaks volumes to whether you will find value working together. As Victoria points out, it is an employee's employment market, and there are ways to leverage the shift and create better relationships and opportunities in your career.  Connect with Victoria Dew:  LinkedIn  Website (download The New Rules of Employee Experience and Communications in 2022)    Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many times in your career have you heard; your network is your net worth? If you're like the average person, we don't always prioritize or value networking in our respective industries. In fact, you may cringe and shudder at the thought of going to a networking event.  For Robert T. Syzba, networking comes easier when the focus is on meeting people and making connections. This perspective has helped Robert pivot from his earlier career in the entertainment industry to become a partner at Seyfarth Shaw overseeing Labor & Employment.  “The biggest problem with networking is the fact that it sounds so scary, and the fact that people make it out to be a lot more than that is interesting” -Robert T. Syzba  Robert's Reasons and Tips for Networking Discussed:  When you don't network, there is a void in your professional development  Focus on meeting people, making connections, and making new friends  It's not always a direct benefit, but it is an opportunity to build your reputation  Tips for introverted people to find other ways to network without social pressure  Networking requires you to extend yourself, no way around it.    Robert was recently selected to the 2022 edition of the Best Lawyers in America. He shares about the surprising turn of events that lead him away from music and performance to a closely connected legal career.  Connect with Robert T. Syzba:  Linkedin  Website    Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams' book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your GPS works when your car is moving. Even if you're moving in the wrong direction, you will be guided.What does that mean?Take a step even if it's imperfect and you will be guided.A closed door does not mean you're failing. A closed door means that path through that door is not your path at this time or maybe never.Let's use an example of a person who "ghosts" you in a relationship. For those who do not know, "ghosting" is when a person you have some sort of relationship with does not return your calls or texts or just disappears out of your life. Well, ghosting in this example means you are being guided away from that person for now or maybe forever. Example: I was in the car on my way to a work assignment, I was in the Starbucks drivethru. My GPS was on but it was silent with no instructions. After the car started moving again, the GPS started guiding me. I started moving and I was guided again. You have to take action and it doesn't need to be big, it can be small and imperfect. You can still see progress and healing and be productive by taking small actions. Your assignment: Take acton and know that you are guided. It's simple but it requires effort., Remember you are not failing if you reach a closed door. Let's start the meeting.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hey did you know we have any Esty Store loaded with products that will help you exercise your courage muscles?Join me on Instagram @Tauralynn

How you show up and present yourself in a meeting, at a workplace or corporate event matters. The problem is, often we don't see the issue with some of the habits we have in casual environments, and we bring that into a setting that can be detrimental to our career success and growth.  Doris Young Boyer is a Global Protocol and Etiquette Expert who helps us through awkwardly embarrassing moments. Doris is sharing what etiquette is and why it still matters, no matter what level of your career.  “This is the big deal with etiquette. That your manners, your behavior, your presence is always under examination, and people deny you things based on how you present yourself.” -Doris Young Boyer  What you should know about etiquette and your career:  Etiquette is about the look you want to convey to others  Confidence, practicality, and reducing conflict are 3 major effects of etiquette  Etiquette includes what you do, where you do it, and how    Beverly and Doris break down a few scenarios where poor etiquette was observed, and how it impacted the perception of the person in violation. Doris explains how proper etiquette helps strengthen relationships and achieve greater success.  Books Mentioned in this Episode:  How to be a Gentleman   How to be a Lady  Connect with Doris Young Boyer:  Linkedin  Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams' book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the workplace evolves and takes on different shapes as people relocate to working from home environments, and as politics continue to find its way into nearly every corporation, ethics is more important than ever before.  Employers have their code of ethics, and many professions have a standard code of ethics that people should be familiar with to keep out of trouble. Beverly thinks of ethics as referring to standards of what's right and wrong. It's important to know your company's' ethics so that you stay in compliance.  Debbie Peterson has experienced multiple careers intensely focused and anchored to ethics. As the first and only female elected mayor of Grover Beach, California and a real estate broker with Peterson Team Realty, Debbie shares the basic rules that have helped her navigate a corrupted political system.  “I want to show people how to be vigilant.” - Debbie Peterson  Some key topics Debbie exposes about ethics:  What to do if you're ever in doubt if something is ethical  Why word choice is key to calling out unethical behavior  What guard rails for proper business conduct includes  How to address ethical concerns without jumping to whistleblower  Debbie literally wrote a book exposing the corruption that she uncovered in her political office. She and Beverly share two noteworthy rules of thumb:  If in doubt, just don't  If it doesn't pass the smell test, there's a problem  As you observe your current work environment or explore new opportunities, putting company ethics onto your radar may save you from unnecessary trouble and involvement. Not knowing your company's ethical standards isn't an excuse for not speaking up and allowing things to continue.  Debbie Peterson's upcoming book: The Happiest Corruption: Sleaze, Lies, and Suicide in a California Beach Town.  Connect with Debbie Peterson:  Linkedin    Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to today's water cooler conversations with Tamara Lashchyk and  Beverly A. WilliamsTamara Lashchyk is a Career and Business Coach.  She is a former Wall Street executive with over 25 years of experience in various roles across top-tier investment banks, Tamara knows what it takes to stand head and shoulders above other candidates, even if they're worried they're too old, obsolete, or have nothing new to bring to the table.  In addition to her coaching, Tamara is the author of “Lose the Gum: A Survival Guide For Women on Wall Street, Main Street and Every Street in Between,” and is considered a workplace expert having interviewed with publications such the Huffington Post, BBC, NBC, Finance Monthly and many others. Beverly A. Williams, author of “Your GPS to Employment Success” is a multifaceted labor and employment attorney who is a cross between Judge Judy, Whoopi Goldberg and Jean Chatzky. As a result of her legal, literary and human resources experience, she has seen and heard it all.  She remains connected to employment trends and developments and continuously listen to and advise Millennials, Gen Xers, Boomers and others.  We learn through each other.With a remarkable gift for finding the right turn of phrase and for finding the humor in human interactions in today's employment arena and workplace, Beverly  brings considerable skills, story-telling ability and personal and professional experiences to candid discussions with my career counseling clients of all ages.YOUR VISION IS OUR FOCUS Exceptional eye care in a professional, caring, & friendly environment.

One of the biggest challenges we face as we get older is maintaining our energy levels and keeping our hormones in balance. In this episode of The Hormone Prescription Podcast, we're joined by Debra Atkinson, a Wellness Coach hormone balancing fitness expert and the founder of Flipping50.   She has helped over 250,000 Women flip their second half with the vitality and energy they want. She's the best selling author of us still got it girl, the after 50 Fitness formula for women navigating fitness after 50 Your GPS for choosing programs and professionals you can trust and hot not too bothered. Debra hosts flipping 50 TV and the flipping 50 podcast, an AARP top podcast for 50 Plus. She is a frequent speaker at TEDx present and TEDx presenter excuse me, of everything women in menopause, learned about exercise may be alive. She has 38 years full time fitness experience. She's an international fitness presenter for associations including International Council on active aging, a lot of alphabet soup fitness agencies, you may or may not be familiar with IDEA, NSCA, and Athletic Business, and CanFitPro.   She's an American Council on Exercise subject matter expert and prior Senior Lecturer in Kinesiology at Iowa State University. Debra is also the founder of flipping fifty.com, and creator of the flipping 50 fitness specialist program for fitness professionals. She is a frequent contributor at HuffPost, Sharecare, and other featured outlets and on the Education Advisory Board for medfit.org.   Debra shares her wisdom on how to exercise safely and effectively as we age, and offers some great tips for keeping our hormones in check. She also tells us about her journey to becoming a fit and healthy 50-something.   In this episode you'll learn:  Flipping the expectations with aging and menopause. Empowering longevity and enjoyment of it with muscle and bone strength. The lies that we're all believing about exercise over 50 that are keeping us stuck And more!   So if you're looking for ways to boost your energy and feel better about yourself, be sure to listen to this episode of The Hormone Prescription Podcast! And don't forget to subscribe and leave your questions and feedback.   Join Debra Atkinson's Stronger: Tone and Define Program.   THIS IS A SPECIAL 12 -WEEK STRONGER program designed based on research featuring women in perimenopause, menopause, and beyond… by a Medical Exercise Specialist who knows:   you're not broken, you're just juggling hormones and joints that have had some injuries or some fun! you aren't 22 but your also not in need of chair yoga! what works for 22 year old fit males (subjects in 60% of studies) will not work for you your greatest limits are what you don't yet know about hormone balancing exercise and how it's unique from traditional exercise prescriptions you've done for 30+ years (or never done) YOU should enjoy this second half MORE than the first:  you earned it! CLICK HERE: https://bit.ly/strongin22   Q & A Episode each month Submit your questions here (leave me a voicemail): https://bit.ly/AskDrKyrin   Join The Hormone Bliss Challenge 

In your personal life, being ethical may not be a conscious thought or an idea you have to think about too hard. You know right from wrong and as a good citizen, you abide by the rules of the society we live in. In the workplace, however, ethics may sound like a different conversation and isn't always black or white.  In a 2015 survey, it was stated that 84% of upper and mid-level management polled considered their staff to be inconsiderate and rude, while 65% believed their staff lacked a moral compass. The question becomes, is this an ethical issue or a problem with etiquette. Furthermore, is this the kind of work environment you currently work in, or would you choose to move into a work environment like this?  In this episode, Beverly is pointing out the hotspots you need to be aware of around ethics and etiquette. More importantly, this episode can serve as a guide and compass for you in your employment journey as you navigate murky waters with your current employer, or do your research for an employment opportunity you are considering in the future.  “It's up to you to do the work necessary to determine whether or not the employers that you're considering seeking employment from are reputable people of integrity, so you don't have any ethical, unethical experiences.” Beverly Williams  Key points covered:  Actions don't have to be illegal to be unethical  Red flags may include communication, wages, and hours   What to do if you suspect unethical activity in the workplace  Old fashion manners and decent behavior is still “in”  Etiquette applies to text, emails, and verbal communication    When it comes to being ethical and demonstrating proper etiquette, the important thing to remember is to always put your best foot forward, and conduct yourself honestly and with integrity. Your reputation matters and so does your personal brand.    If you received value from this episode, please share and consider leaving a review of this podcast. It is greatly appreciated!  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you consider living through a global pandemic that rendered businesses and entire economies helpless, and you consider the number of people that are one paycheck away from being homeless, you have to ask yourself how do people sleep at night knowing they are relying on one income to survive?  Technology is changing the landscape of the workforce. Jobs are becoming obsolete, and as technology advances and infiltrates our day to day lives, changing our habits and needs, entire industries are being jeopardized. More reasons exist today than ever before for why having multiple incomes streams isn't a luxury, but a necessity.  Michele Banister, a.k.a. Michele Sfakianos, is the ideal example of what having multiple income streams can be. She is a registered nurse, a certified coach, a speaker, an educator, a trainer, and a radio host with professional writing services.  “There's plenty of resources out there that can point you in the right direction. So the only person that can take responsibility for moving is yourself.” -Michele Banister  Key ideas from Michele:  Unlikely educational path  Juggling multiple jobs with kids at home  How to reinvent yourself  How to quit the right way    After hearing this episode, you should be ready to plan out potential income streams beyond where you are at the moment. Think vertically and horizontally and consider what adjacent industries and skills you can put to work, or skills you can develop. Starting with one additional income stream will help build your confidence.  Connect with Michele Banister:  Website  The 411 of Reinventing You   Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.  Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Great Resignation has been receiving a lot of attention from the media over the past few months. Employers are scrambling and creating new incentives and packages to retain quality employees. Yet there are still employees who are on the fence and considering what their next move should be. Should they join the rest and leave their employer, or stay and make the best of the situation? Mitch Case's journey from employee to entrepreneur may hold the key to what some of you may need to hear. Mitch transitioned from full-time mechanical engineer to entrepreneur, but it was not a brash decision. Initially, his company, More Than a Meal, was in the passion hobby. “I decided to walk away from my engineering career, and go full time into our business “More Than a Meal” to say that I can look back in 20 years and say, ‘even if I fall flat on my face, [...] I went into something that I believed in', and I had the right things in place” -Mitch Case Mitch started a personal growth journey and began to sort through and recognize what he valued, what brought him joy, filled him with purpose, and gave him meaning. Mitch's 3 tips for anyone transitioning to entrepreneurship: Don't allow money to be your motivator Have a plan in place for how you will transition and grow Talk to as many people as you can who have already transitioned   More Than a Meal started from a pain point Mitch and his wife experienced after the birth of their first child. That was the starting point of finding something that held much more value for Mitch than the monotony of his full-time engineering career. “There's no better way to show appreciation than meeting somebody where they are at.” -Mitch Case One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is seeing first-hand what can be created when your passions begin to align with your values in a way that serves others. Mitch's story is filled with opportunities to develop meaningful relationships with value through and through. You can download the 11 Steps Customer Marketing Strategy he mentioned in this episode here. Connect with Mitch Case: Website Linkedin Email   Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated.   Check out Beverly Williams book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hopefully, you have begun to pursue a career that you are passionate about. If you are one of the lucky ones, it's necessary to balance pursuing your passion while holding down a 9-5 job. Regardless of what anyone says, job security matters. Kristen J. Eddy is a full-time employee by day and a thriving TV production and talent management freelancer by night, so to speak. She joins Beverly to share her employment journey and reveals how she is navigating the best of both worlds. “My growth, my evolution of accepting things as they are and relaxing involves watching things fall into place accordingly, and just knowing that things are going to work out as they should….” -Kristen J. Eddy Kristen's employment journey involves working on TV production and with talented comedians in the entertainment industry. She candidly shares what it's like to be torn between wanting the security of a regular job and coming alive in pursuit of her creativity as a TV production freelancer. Key Areas Discussed: Defining unconventional networking Recognizing opportunities and missed opportunities  Being respected and commanding respect from your employer and clients  “The most expensive mistake is a missed opportunity.” -Beverly Williams quoting H. Jackson Brown, Jr.  Having the confidence to act on opportunities and the skill to handle opportunities you may not be prepared to act on immediately can make or break a career. These ladies share how opportunities have led to painful disappointments in some cases.   As you proceed on your employment journey, remember that working a 9-5 does not mean that you need to live a life devoid of passion and fulfillment. Often people make excuses and create obstacles and roadblocks for why they are not pursuing their dreams. Kristen's journey is evidence of what it means to pursue your passion while appreciating the job security you've come to rely on. The right small steps will get you moving in the right direction. Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Please check out Beverly Williams' book: Your GPS to Employment Success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you have a bachelor's degree, master's, or no degree at all, it is important to remember that formal education does not define success or your ability to obtain success. In fact, it is well documented that a college degree is not required to be successful. Salimah Williams is joining Beverly to share her interesting educational journey and career planning in real time. Like so many others, what Salimah started off dreaming about has not become the passion she pursues today. “Success means different things to different people. I encourage you to define success.” -Beverly Williams As Beverly is a strong advocate for charting your career path, she encourages you to take the time to define what success means to you given your personal preferences and experiences. In this episode, Salimah shares her journey from fashion designer, to pursuing a career in nursing, and to applying for a master's program in public health. Key Areas of Focus: ●    Network within your professional field early. ●    Select your role models carefully. ●    Create a professional portfolio (even while in school) ●    Develop a career plan with room for unplanned opportunities.   “You don't want to be completely dialed in to the exclusion of an opportunity that may present itself, one that can catapult you to where you want to go more quickly” -Beverly Williams This episode is packed with prime examples of two widely different educational journeys. Both Beverly and Salimah share their ups and downs, likes, and dislikes, and experiences applying for educational programs and opportunities. Charting your employment journey may not be easy. It helps however to have a career plan that includes steps to take along the way. Hopefully, taking these steps will serve you well. A key lesson to remember is that “opportunity does not always present itself in a recognizable way.” You have to be vigilant in your pursuit and open to exploring new possibilities as they arise. Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Please check out Beverly Williams' book: Your GPS to Employment Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reportedly, there are more than 31 million entrepreneurs in the United States. Entrepreneurship is often thought to be exciting and glamorous, but what does it really take to become a successful entrepreneur?  Beverly shares the Merriam-Webster Dictionary definition that an entrepreneur is “a person who organizes and operates a business or businesses taking on greater than normal financial risks.” Minimizing risks and creating something from nothing is almost entrepreneurship 101. Shawn Khorrami joins Beverly to share his unique path into entrepreneurship. If you are considering entrepreneurship, they discuss factors that may be useful: The example set for Shawn by his father's business endeavors. College education and the role it plays in entrepreneurship. A few characteristics and personality traits of a successful entrepreneur. The complexities of managing employee-employer relationships. Each entrepreneurial journey will be different.  Everyone has a unique path to success and unique experiences and opportunities that shape who they become and how they approach their business endeavors. Shawn is mindful that, “how you're perceived is just as important as how you are.” His lessons and experiences are rich and offer guidance on how you can begin your journey. “How you're perceived is just as important as how you are.” Shawn Khorrami, Entrepreneur Leaving a review of this podcast is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Please check out Beverly Williams' book: Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where is Your GPS in these powerful times! ? I am you Magdala   To enroll in the online school, participate in individualized lesson plans or new courses, visit: www.magdalas.com   Check out the new Overcoming the Hologram course, the Present Past and Future course and many other weekly lessons on her website! 

Plug it in, plug it in.  We are so deeply in need of Jesus juice every single day.  We need the restoration that He offers us.  All we have to do is plug into Him. We don't even have to chase Him down, He is waiting for you and for me.Have you ever been stranded out in the middle of nowhere and your phone dies?  Your GPS goes out, you have no idea of how to get to where you're going.  You're in a panic and in desperate need of help.  In life, we often die because we haven't been plugging ourselves in daily.  Plugging into the word, prayer, worship and time spent with God are all such an important part of our daily lives, so when we don't take the time to plug in we slowly start to fade off until we die.  Then we become panicked by it, fear and anxiety set in and our mind goes to a place it doesn't want to be.There are times when we need to plug into another source as well.  Our friends are the extension cord to help plug us in when we can't seem to do it on our own.  We all carry a little more weight from time to time and need others to help lift us up.  That is where true Christian friends come into place, they help pick up your cord and connect it to their extension cord.  Sometimes we just need a helping hand!

On the WDKM Episode 10: The guys begin with a poem, by Pawpaw, and delved into discussing education in Nigeria and their Secondary School experiences affected, and also how technology has continually positively impacted the entertainment industry in Nigeria, being one of the fastest growing industries in the Country. Then came their their guest; Debo Johnson (CEO Fluid Locations & Props). Debo is a solo problem solver in the Nigerian entertainment industry in today. He provides locations and props for movies, music videos and more. He gave a lot of knowledge about the location business with specifics from his experience with working with the Major players in the space, right from when he started in 2018, all the way to 2021. The interesting conversation continued to excite the co-hosts as they listen to him, kicking knowledge and giving out audience his free $9.99.Your GPS, My Location, because - Everywhere is a potential location to Debo. With his creativity and expertise in providing & monetizing locations, Debo connects with people across Nigeria, who have various properties & props, in all types of locations to review and enlist it, to enable him offer such to prospects who want to use them for movies, music videos and all of the likes. Listen & Watch to learn how he does all of this, alone. Follow WDKM on all social Media Platforms for Exclusive Series and footage.Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/wdkm_podInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/wdkm.podCheck out our playlists:Spotify: https://rb.gy/dvqajeApple Music: https://rb.gy/gk5fwt

How closely do you follow YOUR GPS? A Charlton man is blaming GPS technology for his driving into a lake.  He told rescuers that he was following GPS directions that led him down the boat launch and into Buffumville Lake ... He was able to get out of the vehicle on his own, and was treated for minor injuries, but still.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Don't be afraid to change your route or direction. Your GPS is constantly looking for the path with least traffic and delays. Why don't you do the same in your life? For more information on Develop Your Element visit: www.developyourelement.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DevelopYourElement/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/developyourelement/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/developyourelement

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Today on the #PirateBroadcast, the podcast where Russ Johns talks to #Interestingpeople, doing #Interestingthings. Jenifer Price is today's guest and she is a "NEXTGEN" Influencer with 20+ years of experience working with teens, young adults, and their families. Jenifer also has a book "Generation Edge, Your GPS for Career Success" that we recommend. To learn more about Jenifer Price, catch this episode of the #PirateBroadcast.

There's a time to speed up and then there's a time when one must slow down. Our Spiritual Life Coach and Prophet, Dr. Michael Mosley shares some insight from a reading he gave, when Spirit shared those words with a client. Some situations may occur in our lives that are not our fault, but we must heed warnings to slow down and pay closer attention to life's details. The goal in life is not only reaching your destination, but reaching the destination, safely. In dealing with the coronavirus, we must reach our destination safely. All this and more on this episode of "Your GPS to Success!"

There's a time to speed up and then there's a time when one must slow down. Our Spiritual Life Coach and Prophet, Dr. Michael Mosley shares some insight from a reading he gave, when Spirit shared those words with a client. Some situations may occur in our lives that are not our fault, but we must heed warnings to slow down and pay closer attention to life's details. The goal in life is not only reaching your destination, but reaching the destination, safely. In dealing with the coronavirus, we must reach our destination safely. All this and more on this episode of "Your GPS to Success!"

For over 20 years, UVISEME (You-vize-me) Founder Jenifer Price, PhD, LMSW has offered strategic advice to high school, early career adults, and their families in the college and career selection process. She has visited 200+ colleges nationwide and helped students collectively win over $15 million dollars in scholarships to date. Dr. Jen's guidance minimizes the confusion and stress associated with college admissions, lowers the cost of attendance, promotes more timely graduation rates, and increases career satisfaction. Her wisdom is accessible via College Edge (mycollegeedge.com), an online college advising course for students and families in grades 7th-12th and soon-to-be released book for teens and young adults: Generation E.D.G.E.: Your GPS to Career Success. As always, email david@parallelfinancial.com with questions about all things money. If you would like to schedule a complementary 30 minute virtual consultation, CLICK HERE.

Your GPS gives you options like "fastest route" or "scenic route".  The fastest way is not always the best way.  Try the back roads now and then!

In this episode of the Double Up Podcast we focused on the concept of Passion and Discipline. A passion gives you a reason to keep learning and to work toward mastery. Passion, an overwhelming drive to reach one's goals, is the one factor that unites all successful people in equal measure. Discipline brings stability and structure into a person's life. If there were no discipline, people would do whatever they wanted and make mistakes without putting the consideration of themselves and others first. Topics Mentioned: Secrets of the Millionaire Mind Your Vision is Your GPS in Life Building Wealth Through Income Generating Activities Finding Your Why Count Your Affirmations 3 P's (People, Profit, Planet) Double Up W/ Us You can find Eugene on Instagram at @__mrmarshall and Brian on Instagram at @theinfamouscpa

When I started this journey almost three years ago, I'd been studying parenting and self-help books, as well as business books. I had been wondering what it takes to have a successful family. See, for several years, it had felt like Michael and I were floundering! We had a solid relationship, but we were miserable around everything else in life. We were stressed out, mostly. Michael was underemployed, we were living in one of the most expensive areas of the nation. We were digging ourselves into a grave of debt. We were missing some of the crucial components of a successful family culture. First, the vehicle. Family culture is about your family's identity. We're a minivan family, right! Like, figuring out who your family is, is just the first step in shaping your family culture. We're Michael and Jodi, and we have four kids. We live simple, private lives. The vehicle gets your started on your journey, but where do you want to go in that vehicle? Second, you need a destination! When we first got started, of course we had a destination -- eternity! But really, what does that mean? What do we really want to accomplish and become as we travel toward that destination? That's where a mission statement comes in. Your family mission statement is your destination! Third, a GPS. What does that mean? When you get started out toward your destination, you probably have a general idea how to get there. But soon, you find yourself on unfamiliar roads. What do you do? You bust out your GPS and see where you are in the world. That global positioning allows you to get a big picture so you can envision the next steps in your journey. Your GPS is your family vision. Where do you picture your family in ten years, twenty, thirty, forty years? That's your vision. It's where your legacy develops. Fourth, every navigator needs a compass. A compass keeps you oriented to north and south. In a family, we need to know how to stay oriented to our True North -- the core values that inform your decisions along the journey! Your core values are those things like integrity, unity, faith, or work ethic. These core values inform your other values and decisions! Fifth, maintenance for your vehicle. How do you keep up with your identity and values? A car needs refueling, oil changes, tire rotations, and all kinds of other stuff that keeps your vehicle running smoothly. A family culture needs maintenance, too! The fuel for a family is fun and uplifting activities. Your maintenance happens during family meetings, vacations, family history research, and checking in on our vision and mission. Every family needs regular check ups to make sure everything is going well! Finally, you need a roadmap! Doesn't that seem a little old-fashioned? Nope. When everything else seems to break down, it's time to bust out the analog tools. A roadmap is what you need when things don't seem to be going according to plan. You need to have a strategy for detours and roadblocks. It's also your strategy for slowdowns and traffic. How are you going to navigate these things that seem to sidetrack your journey? The roadmap is a powerful tool but it takes practice to learn how to use it. I have created a course with powerful strategies for helping your family navigate the roadblocks every family faces on this journey of developing our family culture. I almost have it finished and will be launching this course very soon! In the meantime, I want to hear from you! You can email me, or go to the shortest survey ever (2 questions) and opt in for updates. You will also be given access to something new I am planning. I will be hosting a live 30-minutes strategy call via Zoom for anyone who opts in and wants to join! This is the platform I use for my interviews so it'll be like you're my guest! You can join in via audio, video, both, or neither and just listen! This will be happening every Friday at 12:00PM Eastern Time. I hope you can make it! Join the Family Success Toolkit Free...

Are your priorities today aligned with your five-year goals?   If we aren’t taking steps towards our someday goals every single day, we’re probably never going to get there – at least not any time soon. But if we have the right mindset and structures in place, not only can we achieve our someday goals, we can achieve them even faster than we think is possible.   Last week, Jay Papasan and Geoff Woods discussed the how billionaires set goals using a process called Goal Setting to the Now. Today, we’re going to share the tools and processes that billionaires use to ensure they stay on track towards their someday goals, every day.     In this episode, you will learn... [5:00] How to make progress towards big goals, as a team, using a GPS [13:00] The mistake that most people make when they start time blocking [27:15] How you can use leverage to ensure that you’re always acting in order of priority [42:30] What you can do to help others with their time management and goal setting   The ONE Thing to Implement From This Episode: We want you to think big, then go small.   Think big about your someday goals. Think big about being the type of person who has a GPS, who updates their 411 every single week, who time blocks their priorities and says no to all the distractions. That’s the big vision.   And now let’s go small – what’s the ONE thing you can do, such that be doing it, everything else will be easier or unnecessary?   Jay suggests you can just make a commitment to getting the first draft of Your GPS done by Wednesday, or if you already have that, complete or update Your 411.   Links & Tools From This Episode If you want more support, join the Living Your ONE Thing Community Download your 411: the1thing.com/411 Download Your GPS: https://www.the1thing.com/resources/your-gps/   AWESOME FREE RESOURCES FOR YOU! The Kick Ass Guide To Accountability Form your first power habit with your 66 Day Challenge Calendar Check out our awesome blog!   --   The ONE Thing is produced by Podcast Masters

Episode 421 - Your "GPS" will take you to your dreams but how do you set your GPS every day? What are the keys to creating success every morning? Let's dive into it!

You’ve read The ONE Thing… but do you practice it every day? While the teachings are simple in concept, we find many people struggle to live them every day. Chad Hyams was one of these people… When he was first introduced to the book he was at rock bottom. Then he applied its lessons to transform his life and his business, going from overweight and unfulfilled professionally to being in the best shape of his life and being named 2016’s The ONE Thing Certified Trainer of the Year! He’s on the show to help you transform into your best self.     The ONE Thing to Implement From This Episode: Choose the ONE area of your life that you need help most (spiritual life, physical health, personal life, key relationships, job, business, financial life). Commit to forming a power habit in that area by starting your 66-Day Challenge.   Don’t bite off more than you can chew – start with one thing you KNOW you can do, give yourself a win, and build that momentum.   In this episode you will learn... [7:45] Why taking control of your life will create a positive halo effect for the people you care about most. [10:08] Why teaching The ONE Thing to your kids will set them up for incredible success. [12:45] How to overcome the mistakes, limiting beliefs, and challenges that may stand between you and extraordinary results. [20:05] How anyone can start living The ONE Thing every day. [26:10] Why you are going to fail sometimes (and why that’s completely okay).   AWESOME FREE RESOURCES FOR YOU! Form your first power habit with your 66 Day Challenge Calendar Check out our awesome blog! [FREE Training] How to Start Time Blocking TODAY!   Links & Tools From This Episode Wondering where to start on your big plan? Download this simple template for Your GPS and plot your plan for the year. Start tracking your habit-building success by taking on The ONE Thing 66-Day Challenge. Create your chain of Xs, and build the habits today that line up with your outcomes tomorrow.   -- CONTEST -  Get a FREE digital copy of the bestselling book The ONE Thing! We are on a mission to become the #1 podcast in iTunes. You can help us get there by subscribing to the show. Click here to subscribe. Once you subscribe (either on your phone or computer), take a screenshot showing that you subscribed, and email that photo to contest@the1thing.com We will then send you a link to get your FREE digital copy :)   -- Production & Development for The ONE Thing Podcast by Podcast Masters

We're all pounded with the whole concept of success. We think that it means more money, more fame, more power. And yet when confronted with defining our own success, we realise there's something we haven't quite defined. In this episode we explore why feeling like a fraud is normal; why seemingly successful people define themselves differently when the spotlight is removed; why space is so critical to creating that identity. / / Identity is what holds us back. Identity is what can take us further. You'll love this episode! Links: To get the special "Resistance" PDF (It's cool, so get it) http://www.psychotactics.com/resistance To get some magic, go to magic: http://www.psychotactics.com/magic To get The Brain Audit, go to: http://www.psychotactics.com/brainaudit To leave reviews at iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/three-month-vacation-podcast/id946996410?mt=2  To leave reviews on Android http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=57686&refid=stpr ------------------------ In this episode Sean talks about Part 1: Why It Is Okay To Feel Like A Fraud Part 2: How We Define Success And How It Becomes Your Identity Part 3: The Factor Of Space And Why It Is Critical To Your Life Right click here and ‘save as’ to download this episode to your computer. Useful Resources How To Increase Your Pricing— Dartboard Pricing Why Headlines Fail—The Report Psychotactics Newsletter—Weekly slightly crazy, mostly zany marketing newsletter Audio and Transcript—Three Obstacles To Happiness (And How To Overcome Them) The  Transcript This is the Three Month Vacation. I’m Sean D’Souza. The Cherokee elder stood before his students and he told them of two wolves that live and battle within each one of us. One of these wolves, he explained, is ill-natured. It sees the worst in people and things. It thinks only of itself. It is vengeful, jealous, arrogant. It’s full of ego and false pride. The other wolf sees the best in people and things. It is kind, it is generous, it is peaceful. It is full of integrity and respect for love itself and others. One of the students asks the chief which one of these wolves wins the battle. The elder replied, “Whichever one you feed. Whichever one you feed, that is your identity.” When I started out in marketing, it was very easy for me to get fed by a lot of stuff around me. When you’re on Facebook, when you’re on the internet, there is a whole lot of junk out there. That junk makes you feel small. It makes you feel insignificant, and you’ve got to build an identity with the situation around you. How do you do it? In today’s episode we will cover the three elements of what was my journey. Also, it’s going to be your journey. The first element is one of feeling like a fraud. The second one is just one of success. What does it mean? Finally, the third one, which is one of space and why it’s so important. Part 1: Feeling Like A Fraud When you look at January of 2001, I didn’t really feel like a fraud, but by December of 2001 I was feeling more and more insecure. What happened between January and December to create all this insecurity? For many years, even as I was a kid, I used to draw. I was extremely shy, and I’ve been drawing my whole life. I became a cartoonist. I became a writer. That’s what shy people do. As I moved into the world of marketing, that completely threw me. I didn’t know that much about marketing. I didn’t know how people think, what they do, how they buy, the prices that they decide on. But I read this book by Jim Collins, which was called Good to Great. It asked what can you be the best in the world at. I thought I love the cartooning, I love the writing, but I want to do something different. The answer lay, strangely, in marketing. I was not into marketing. I just didn’t understand it. In all the years that I had run the cartooning business, I had done very little organized marketing. It was a good thing, because we moved to New Zealand and the public library was accessible, which was different from India. I stepped into the library and I picked up ten books. Then I picked up another ten books. Then eventually the librarian realized that I was picking up a lot of books so they gave me an allocation where I could take 30 books at a time. I read those books. The more I read it, the less confident I got, the more I felt like a fraud. But because I had no choice, I went out there and I spoke with clients. I spoke at small little events. The feeling of being a fraud didn’t go away. It always seemed like someone would tap me on the shoulder and say, “Okay, your time is up. You’ve been talking nonsense for quite a while now and it’s time for me to get in here.” Six months passed, and a year passed. That tap never came. Then I did a trip to the US and I met with other marketers and I spoke with them. An interesting thing happened. I realized that these guys don’t know that much more than I do. In fact, I know quite a few things that they don’t know. That’s when that fraud label just slipped off and fell into the drain. It never came back again. It never came back again for me as a marketer but it came back again in different ways. When I write a book, for instance, I just wrote the book on Dartboard Pricing, again, that whole fraud feeling came out. I have made this presentation in Chicago. I made another presentation in Denver. I’ve written so much about pricing. It’s all on the website. It’s on the blog. It’s in our membership site at 5000bc. I’ve explained it at length. The feeling of being a fraud comes out because you feel what else is there to say. If I write this book, people will have read all of this information. They will think wait a second, he’s just rehashing everything. Then when I send out early copies of the book to clients just so that they can read and send out some testimonials, and they come back and go, “I’m so excited,” and I think what, I already said all this stuff. It’s different. They haven’t experienced it from the concept of a book, a system, step by step going through the whole logic. Even though I may feel like a fraud when I’m writing the book or putting it out there, that’s just a bit of my own insecurity coming in. They don’t feel that at all. They feel this stuff is really cool. This feeling keeps coming back. I remember when we were in Washington D.C. and we did a workshop on The Brain Audit. I was very nervous. I didn’t sleep that night simply because when I stood in front of that audience I thought they’ve already read The Brain Audit. These were people who bought the first version of The Brain Audit, version two, version three. Now they’re sitting in the audience and I’m going to say the very same thing. I’m going to tell them exactly what they read about. I should have paid attention. They bought version one, version two, version three. Obviously every version was bringing them a different angle, a different perspective, and my presentation was going to bring a different perspective. That’s not how I felt. I felt like a fraud. I felt like something is going to go wrong. Someone is going to tap me on the shoulder. No one did. In fact, when we came out after the first break, everyone was going, “Wow, I didn’t know The Brain Audit was like this. I perceived it to be different.” That’s it. You start out in life feeling a little insecure. You change professions, you feel insecure. You change your system. You write a book. You give a presentation. It doesn’t matter what happens. The moment you change midstream, it’s like being in a strange city and you’re not very confident. You’re completely lost. Your GPS is not working, and your soul needs to be a pilot, as Sting would say. But Sting isn’t sitting in my chair, is he? I didn’t feel that way, and it comes back. What you’ve got to understand is that part of your identity is always going to be that you’re unsure, and that’s great. This takes us to the second part of today, which is the whole feeling of success. What is success, and how do you cope with it? Part 2: The Whole Feeling of Success When you ask people what is their definition of success, they come up with various definitions. The thing that shows up is a lot of philosophy. People get very philosophical about the fact that success is this and success is that. When you look at the books and you look at the awards, the success parameters become very claustrophobic. In New Zealand we have an award for the Fast 50. On Forbes you have maybe the top 100 companies or the top 100 CEOs. Their success is all benchmarked by how many dollars they have in the bank or how quickly they got to the top. When you look at so many blogs, what you find is the definition of success becomes one of taking shortcuts, of things like the four-hour work week. Four hours? What kind of genius can you create in four hours in a work week? Sometimes you’ll get the contrast. They will talk about quick meals and then slow cooking. Mostly success is benchmarked by money, by speed, and by shortcuts. That becomes our identity, because it’s all around us. This is how it’s always been. It’s not just something that showed up yesterday. When we go back 100 years, 200 years, 500 years, 1,000 years, success has always been about money, speed, and shortcuts. And power, let’s not forget about power. The point is, as human beings this makes us very happy: the money, the speed, the power. All this stuff makes us really happy. Fair enough, because we can’t really do without it. But we can also change things a bit and we can set a different benchmark. When I started out Psychotactics I didn’t know how to set this benchmark, but I knew that I wanted to be different in some way. Over the years, this difference has morphed. Suddenly our books, the ebooks, are different from everybody else’s ebooks. They’re different because they have less information but more depth of that information. Instead of pummeling you with endless amounts of data and more data, they cluster around a few important elements. For instance, if you read Dartboard Pricing you would find that when we deal with sequential pricing, only three points are being covered, but those three points are being covered in-depth. When you cover this in-depth, what you have is the power to empower. No, yeah, power to empower. Empowerment is really what happens there. Over time, this has become one of the more important elements of what we would define as success. It’s not the ability to sell more books or courses or workshops, but to be more like a pilot that takes all the passengers across. It’s very easy to start a course or a workshop or have a book and not have everyone consume it. Our goal has been different. Our goal is how do we get them to the endpoint. That becomes a benchmark for success. On a personal scale, the Three Month Vacation becomes a benchmark for success. How can we run our business so that we can get away, that we can eat the food that we want, travel the way we want, relax, and then come back refreshed so that we can do better work. That has become a benchmark for success. Now invariably, the money and the shortcuts and the power and all that stuff has got to sneak in, but it doesn’t become the whole reason why we do stuff. When I go to events, I meet with a lot of speakers. They’re all hanging around the corridor. They’re not essentially speaking to anybody else but the other speakers. All of them are saying exactly the same thing. They want to be home with their munchkins and they want to spend time with them at the swimming pool. They want to go to school with them. They want to do all this stuff. Yet when they present themselves to the world they’re talking about I did three million miles. I made so much money. I spoke at so many events. They present a completely different view to the world, yet when you’re backstage, when they’re in the corridor, they’re talking about being home, about not wanting to friendly, about being sick about getting on another plane. What they seem to present as success is not really what they feel is success. Going to that school event, going to that pool and jumping in the pool with the kid, that’s success to them. I thought that the Three Month Vacation was kind of normal. I thought that people needed breaks. Maybe not three months, but I thought that they needed breaks. When I meet with a lot of my friends in marketing and they talk about wow, it’s amazing that you’re able to do this … These are people who are extremely, what we call, successful. That’s when I realized that setting these benchmarks for myself, setting this identity of who I really am, is critical. This is what you’ve got to do as well. What is really your identity of success, other than the money and the power and the shortcuts, which are fine. It’s just that you’ve got to have that other identity that you know wow, I’ve reached this goal. Maybe that benchmark, that identity is just to get to the beach 300 days in a year and that’s it, and then you know. This is measurable. I can do it and it doesn’t involve that other stuff that other people are portraying. Our identity is almost restricted to being a fraud at some point right through our career. The second thing is one of success and how we define success, and how the world defines success. The third one, and this is something that a lot of people don’t talk about, is just the factor of space, how space defines who we are as human beings. Part 3: The Factor of Space What is this factor of space? I was on my way back home after a walk. I always listen to the podcast on the way back home. I was listening to this writer, Pico Iyer, speaking on the TED stage. He came up with a statement that I had to stop and I had to write it down, because it was so interesting. He was talking about home and movement. He said it’s only by stopping movement that you can see where to go. It’s only by steeping out of your life and your world that you can see what you most deeply care about, and then you can find a home. To me that has been home, that peace, that pause, that stop for refuelling. That has been the most critical element of my life. It’s what gave me identity. It’s what allows me to come back refreshed and do stuff that I want to do. This resonates with me at a different level as well. Because, several years ago I listen to philosopher Wayne Dyer. He used to say it’s the silence between the notes that make the music. I heard it a dozen times and I couldn’t really figure out what he was saying. Then one day I rushed out to the car and I was telling my wife, “Do you know what that means? It’s the quiet. It’s the quiet that makes the music, because when there’s just note after note after note, we get cacophony.” She gave me that look that wives often give you, like what took you so long. Even if you go back in time to one of the greatest masters of our time, Leonardo Da Vinci, he said you have to step away from your work to get perspective. Without space, it’s hard to have an identity that you’re really looking for, that you want to create. It becomes what people call the dream. They’re always searching for it, but to create a real identity instead of a dream, you have to step away and you have to look at yourself from a different space. Then you come back a changed person. You’re not completely changed but somewhere some of those notes have changed. That makes for beautiful music. The Cherokee elder stood before his students and told them of the two wolves that live and battle within each of us. One of those wolves, he explained, is ill-nature. It sees the worst in people and things. It thinks only of itself. It is vengeful, and jealous, and arrogant, and full of ego and false pride. The other wolf sees the best in people and things. It is kind, it is generous, it is peaceful. It is full of integrity and respect for love itself and others. One of the students asks the chief which one of these wolves wins the battle. The elder replied, “Whichever one you feed.” You’re going to be fed with this concept of being a fraud. You’re going to be fed with this concept of imaginary success, what the world defines as success, not what you define as success. The wolf that you really need to feed is the one that brings you peace, that brings that space so that you can create your own music. Summary That brings us to the end of this podcast, but before we go, let’s see the one thing that you can do today. Personally, I think it’s hard to get over that feeling of being a fraud. It comes back no matter how confident you are. Believe me, I’m a very confident person. Yes, we’ve got to create that space. We have to say let’s not take a three month vacation right now but let’s take a weekend maybe two weeks from now, just a break. No email, no phone, just a break. Definitely no Facebook. What’s the one thing you can do today? What you can do today is to define your benchmark, your identity of success. What is it that brings you or will bring you the most happiness? That will make a huge difference. It will make a difference to who you are and where you’re going to go tomorrow. That will determine which wolf you’re going to feed. I appreciate all of you who’ve been writing in about this podcast. If you want to reach me, I’m on Twitter@SeanD’Souza, on Facebook at Sean D’Souza, and then at sean@psychotactics.com. If you’re listening to this podcast it’s more than likely that you’re a subscriber at psychotactics.com, but if you haven’t gone there already, go topsychotactics.com and subscribe. Yes, one very important thing: I struggle to get to iTunes and leave a review because every time I’m listening to this I’m away from my computer, but I am on my phone. If you look below your phone, there is a little I button, especially if you’re on an iPhone. If you click on that I button you’ll get more information and there a link to the iTunes site. If you can leave a review, that would be really, really cool. That’s me, Sean D’Souza, from the Three Month Vacation, saying thanks again and bye for now. Go feed that wolf. You’re still listening? People often ask me: Have you ever skipped a vacation? The answer is yes. We did that once. We thought it was more important for us to work and complete some projects and stuff. We did in four months what we normally do in three. That time that we should have been spending away, we were working and getting more and more tired and frustrated. Then eventually we just got on a plane and went off to Sydney for a week. It was terrible. Not Sydney, just the week. It was like you just did something for the sake of doing it. It wasn’t planned or interesting. Then we came back and we were different but not as different as if it were planned. Yes, we have skipped it. There you have it, a little snippet from the Psychotactics archive. Bye for now. You can also listen to or read this episode: #45: The Secret To Getting Your Report Read (From Start To Finish)