Have you ever paused to truly see life as a gift? When you do, you realize that everything you have received is humbling, compelling you to acknowledge a power beyond yourself. This realization brings forth a sense of gratitude, where words flow like a bubbling stream.

In contrast, feeling entitled with unreasonable expectations leads to stress and disappointment. At that point, life feels like something owed to you, not a gift. Are you struggling to see the beauty of life, to view it as a gift? Are you frustrated that life isn’t unfolding the way you want? Join me in this episode as we explore how to see life as a gift—not an inheritance.

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Leaders are under increasing pressure to create workplace environments where employees feel safe and valued. A toxic work environment can severely impact an employee’s mental and physical well-being, leading to decreased productivity and higher turnover rates. It makes employees feel like they are working and living in a swamp of negativity.

Wouldn’t it be great as a manager or leader to know how to identify and prevent toxicity in your workplace? Join me in this episode as we explore the concept of a toxic work environment and unpack it in ways you may not have considered. We’ll also discuss how employees can develop coping and resilience skills to better navigate challenging situations.

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What do you do when your life is falling apart? When the people you depend on seem to have walked out, leaving you alone? How do you pick up the broken pieces and start again? In a time of global change and disruptions, many lives have been unexpectedly shattered. How do you pivot and recreate your life?

In this podcast, we’ll explore how to start over and recapture the best of the past to create a brighter future. Join me and my guest, Nasoan Sheftel-Gomes, as she shares insights on living the renaissance life. If your life has been broken in some way, don’t miss this episode—it’s all about picking up the pieces and starting anew.

Nasoan Sheftel-Gomes, is an attorney, leadership coach, and diversity, equity inclusion and belonging strategist. Her expertise is in organizational development, program development, operations, human resources, labor management, strategic planning, and compliance. She has led organizational transformation, diversity and anti-bias initiatives and supported leadership development within unionized and non-unionized workforces. Nasoan's passion lies in supporting the development of tomorrow's leaders to shape and grow organizations that center equity, uphold anti-racism, value diversity and support leadership at all levels.  

Nasoan’s consulting and coaching business, Transformative Leadership Collective, coaches leaders to examine their role in creating organizational culture and connects them with their core leadership values, self-awareness, resilience, strengthens relationship building skills, improves decision-making skills, and support an equity-driven organizational culture that inspires a sense of worker cohesion and collective purpose. Nasoan believes good leadership requires the skills to engage in difficult conversations that further connection and understanding. Nasoan supports leaders in developing the skills needed to lead diverse teams, de-bias systems and create transformational organizations. 

Nasoan received her JD from the City University of New York School of Law, her Masters in Journalism from the University of California Berkeley, and her bachelors in Sociology from Clark University. She is a certified professional leadership coach and received her Certification in Diversity Equity and Inclusion through Cornell University. She is licensed to practice law in the State of New York and lives in Los Angeles, CA.

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In the ever-evolving landscape of education, a familiar concept is making a triumphant return: apprenticeship. Once relegated to the annals of history, this age-old practice is now gaining traction in schools and beyond. Why the resurgence? Because theory alone cannot forge true competence. To truly excel, students must not only study their craft but also immerse themselves in it. Whether molding clay, coaxing melodies from an instrument, or perfecting a soufflé, apprenticeship breathes life into learning.

But here’s the twist: this advice isn’t just for students. Life itself is our big school, and we are all perpetual learners. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a wide-eyed dreamer, there’s room for apprenticeship in your journey. So let’s embrace this timeless practice, guided by the wisdom of mentors like Adam Torres, who encourages us to revive the art of apprenticeship. 

Join us for this episode. Together, we’ll learn, create, and elevate our skills—bridging the gap between theory and mastery.

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Our children are facing unprecedented challenges, and they need our support more than ever. As the U.S. Surgeon General aptly stated, these difficulties are uniquely complex and difficult to navigate. Despite our best intentions, many of us find ourselves unsure of how to help. There’s no simple solution, and the path forward is far from straightforward. But one thing is clear: it will require time and intentional effort to truly understand and connect with our children.

The Surgeon General reminds us that there’s no map for this journey. The road is winding, filled with unexpected twists and turns. As parents, educators, and caregivers, we grapple with questions: How do we bridge the gap? How do we guide our children through this intricate landscape? The answer lies in recognizing the value of time—the precious moments we spend getting to know our children.

Time is more than minutes ticking away on a clock. It’s an investment—an opportunity to build trust, understanding, and connection. When we truly know our children—their dreams, fears, and aspirations—we can better support them. But if we overlook the significance of time, the crisis will persist.

Join us on this podcast as we explore how to use this time effectively, so our children can truly hear us and find their way in this complex world.

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Can you be too authentic? If so, how much is too much?

TMI, aka “too much information,” is when those around you feel you’re a little too real. You’re a little too open. You’re a little too authentic.

In a time where our culture encourages more and more authenticity in every sphere we walk, we’re seeing tension at best and backlash at worst for those who are being authentic but not being received well by those around them.

Is it a case of insensitivity from an immature group that demands similarity? Or is it the case of TMI from the one who demands their authenticity?

In this episode, we aim to answer those questions. We want to keep it authentic and real. So join us for this honest reveal.

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Our world is indeed grappling with immense suffering today. It feels like everywhere we look, there’s someone experiencing pain, heartache, and loss. Whether it’s on TV, social media, in our schools, or on our streets, the weight of these struggles is palpable. There’s a new epidemic, not of the lungs, but of our lives and hearts—our collective empathy and compassion seem to be infected.

Many of us yearn for change, hoping that someone—politicians, professional athletes, or influential figures—will step up and make a difference. When they don’t, frustration sets in. But what if our focus is misdirected? What if the power to create change lies within each of us? Perhaps we are the ones we’ve been waiting for—the ones who can make a difference, even when we’ve been hurt and feel powerless. Remember "We Are the World"—we are the children as the classic song goes.

In this podcast, we’ll explore simple ways to make a positive impact, even when pain and sadness threaten to paralyze us. Let’s discover how we can contribute, regardless of the circumstances, and be the change we wish to see in the world.

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In today’s world, parenting has become more challenging. The cacophony of competing voices, the plethora of options, and the relentless demands can overwhelm even the most well-intentioned parents. We often unwittingly contribute to this pressure by setting high expectations. But here’s the catch: we don’t always comprehend our children’s world. When we lack understanding, we inadvertently appear alien to them. So, how can we bridge this gap?

Join us on this special episode of The Coach’s Corner. I’ll be in conversation with Chris Tompkins, CEO of Muskoka Woods, and Tajé McIntosh, Co-Founder and COO of RenewIQ  Consulting. Together, we’ll explore what it means to be a parent today—how we can step into our children’s world, connect authentically, and navigate the complexities of their lives. Whether your child is a toddler, a teenager, or even a student who is an adult child, this episode is for you.

Tajé is the co-founder of RenewIQ Consulting and the Director of Client Delivery at Pearl Operational Design. She is an organizational culture and change management champion, who works diligently to help organizations improve operational processes. She works with clients to ensure transformations (whether culture, process, or systems) are adopted in a way that puts people first.

To learn more about Tajé, visit:

RenewIQ Consulting:  https://www.renewiq.ca/

Pearl Operational Design:  https://pearloperationaldesign.com/

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As many are celebrating the release of Bob Marley’s biopic, we’re reminded of the profound impact this beloved singer had on the world through his music. His journey to stardom and the wisdom he imparted continue to resonate, leaving us yearning for a brighter future where we can all unite in singing “One Love, One Heart.”

Join me on this podcast as we delve into Bob Marley’s timeless sayings. Together, we’ll explore how his words can inspire and guide us in our own lives. Ya mon! Let’s dive in!

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How do you connect seemingly opposing worlds? Not distant galaxies or parallel dimensions, but the ones right here on Earth. Imagine one world feeling like an alternative universe compared to the other. Yet, you’re tasked with making both these worlds your home and an integral part of your existence.

Whether you’re an immigrant adapting to a new country, transitioning between jobs, or navigating diverse relationships, you find yourself bridging the familiar with the unfamiliar. It’s a delicate dance of balancing core identities—one in one setting and another in a different context, be it at home, work, or in a foreign land.

Join us for an insightful discussion on “Bridging Two Worlds: Steps to Balance the Duality of Identities.” Our guest, Zeina Habib, will share practical steps to embrace your authentic self while remaining connected to your community and family. Tune in and discover how to thrive in the intersection of two worlds.

Zeina Habib is an embodied leadership coach and trainer, specializing in assisting result-oriented tech professionals. 

Her focus is on empowering them to gain confidence, communicate effectively, and connect deeply with others to bring their ideas to life. Utilizing a distinctive body-mind coaching approach, she integrates her international experience from living in three countries, her in-depth coaching skills, and her enthusiasm for dancing and movement. 

Additionally, Zeina is a contributing author to the 'She is Remarkable' book initiative and has written several articles addressing women's issues.

Voice Within: Navigate change with balance and resilience to live a life you love

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Are you finding yourself already losing motivation for your goals? Are you finding that re-reading your goals is not getting you back on track? In this episode, we get into Part 2 and discuss why discipline is important and offer 10 key steps to help you be more disciplined in 2024 and beyond to achieve the goals you’re looking to achieve personally or professionally.

After all, many people write New Year’s resolutions with the hope that this year will be different. They set goals for themselves, only to find themselves writing the same goals again the following year. It can feel like a never-ending cycle of progress and regression. The problem is that there seems to be progress at the beginning, but then the bridge to cross to the promised land of achievements and goals is missing. What is that bridge?

The bridge is called DISCIPLINE. Without discipline, it’s difficult to achieve our goals and see that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Discipline is the key to success. In this next episode, we’ll talk about why discipline is important and how to build it. This could be the difference between solving the reason you’re falling off that horse and how to get back on it and stay there. Remember, discipline is the bridge that will take you from where you are to where you want to be.

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Many people write New Year’s resolutions with the hope that this year will be different. They set goals for themselves, only to find themselves writing the same goals again the following year. It can feel like a never-ending cycle of progress and regression. The problem is that there seems to be progress at the beginning, but then the bridge to cross to the promised land of achievements and goals is missing. What is that bridge?

The bridge is called discipline. Without discipline, it’s difficult to achieve our goals and see that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Discipline is the key to success. In this next episode, we’ll talk about why discipline is important and how to build it. This could be the difference between solving the reason you’re falling off that horse and how to get back on it and stay there. Remember, discipline is the bridge that will take you from where you are to where you want to be.

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Leaders are under increasing pressure to create workplace environments where employees feel at home. In essence, this means fostering a sense of belonging. Belonging means a home away from home. This experience has become a key factor in whether employees choose to stay or leave, even if it means passing up higher pay or promotions.

Wouldn’t it be great as a manager or leader to know how to create a home away from home for your employees and team members? Belonging knows no bounds and includes your place of work and gathering to build community. Join me in this episode as we explore the concept of belonging and unpack it in ways you may not have considered before.

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Happy New Year Coach's Corner Fan! Although 2023 has now come and gone, I’m still in the spirit of giving or in this case—regifting. 

For this holiday episode, I’ll be taking you back to memory lane of this year with interviews I had this year with Taje McIntosh on moving through change and Jeff Harnois on knowing who you are. Taje provides executive leadership for Pearl Operational Design and RenewIQ Consulting and is an expert on change management. Jeff Harnois is the CEO of iBridged and is an expert on personality assessment. 

Talking about change and our personality I feel is a good way to help us get ready for the new year. Join me for this episode as we wrap up 2023 to start the new year. Happy New Year...Cheers.

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During this time of year, we can sometimes feel very much invisible. All the work we put in to help others is not always given its just due. We’re passed over or ignored. We’re not recognized for our talent or worth. We’re not noticed for our simple humanity.

The holidays can be a difficult time for many people, and one of the reasons is the feeling that no one sees them. No one acknowledges them. No one recognizes them. It can be a horrible feeling when we should feel seen the most.

In this next podcast, we’re going to talk about how to see each other, how to recognize each other, and how to make sure that everyone feels seen 

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During the pandemic, we were forced to find a new normal on how to do life. Making our home our new office caused that shift. For the first time for many, work, and life blended together. Some enjoyed it and have kept it after the pandemic. Others have said no way and prefer to keep the two separate. Many in both groups are still struggling to find that sweet spot where they feel they have hold of their life and not being tossed to and fro by work and life.

As the holidays are now here, the pace of work-life will increase. We work faster to get to the holidays. And when we get to the holidays, we move faster to get to the end of the holidays. Finally, we need a holiday from the holidays before we get back to work. How do we pace ourselves? Is there an approach to stay grounded in the midst of our ever-increasing busy world? Is there a work-life approach?

Join me in this podcast to understand different work-life approaches. This podcast may be the thing you’re looking for to lower your blood pressure and increase your joy in your daily living especially during this stressful time of the holidays.

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In a world filled with challenges and crises, our collective wellness faces a daunting test. The relentless exposure to negative news often leaves us emotionally adrift—caught in a whirlwind of sadness, frustration, and anger. With each passing day, hope seems to slip away.

But amidst this storm, psychologists help us identify a lifeline that we easily overlook: gratitude. It’s a simple yet profound remedy—one that can elevate our spirits and reshape our outlook. Not only feeling grateful but also expressing it to others can work wonders.

As we approach this special time of year, let’s allow it to rekindle our sense of gratitude and thanksgiving. Join me on this podcast as we explore the transformative power of embracing gratitude and expressing it to our loved ones. Together, we’ll discover how a small act of appreciation can ripple through our lives and others, bringing warmth and connection.

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Have you ever asked yourself the question, “Who am I?” Or has someone else asked you, “Who are you really?” Many people are pondering this question, and some are struggling to answer this fundamental question of their existence. It’s a question that begs the person asking, “Do I really understand myself?” Sometimes we do, but many times we don’t, and we need help to discover who we are.

Think about the opportunities lost, conflicts created, and relationships that fell apart all because we didn’t take the time to “know thyself.” This is crucial to being the best person we can be at home, on the job, or in the office. Yet we don’t take courses at school or get provided with a textbook of ourselves to help us with this lifetime subject.

In our next podcast, we’re going to explore how to better understand who we are. I have Jeff Harnois as our coach in this corner, who will be bringing his expertise to this topic and show us the tools out there for this discovery. Let’s check it out.

Jeff Harnois, CEO of iBridged is passionate about helping people and teams reach new heights in performance and relationships. With a focus on understanding “current state” using key diagnostics like MBTI and Everything DiSC , Jeff and his team gain deep and actionable insights for clients.  These insights often lead to significant improvements in communication, connection and confidence with both individuals and teams alike.

Clients enjoy improvements in executive level communications, executive presence, leadership development and team development with an emphasis on understanding their natural superpowers along with potential blind spots.  Clients repeatedly report higher levels of communication effectiveness coupled with deeper, more meaningful connections with colleagues, friends and family!     

Jeff has enjoyed many rewarding and successful career opportunities from Fortune 50 companies to living the start-up experience, multiple times. Working with companies like: Apple, Inc., Hewlett Packard, AT&T, Microsoft and Bank of America have given Jeff a unique perspective that add rich experiences to share and leverage with clients.

Jeff is a graduate of the University of San Francisco’s School of Management, earning a Master of Science degree in Organizational Development. Additionally, Jeff is a certified practitioner of the Everything DiSC and The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team along with Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.

Jeff loves to volunteer in his community as well. He is the former VP of Football Operations, Head Coach for PeeWee football and PeeWee cheer-leading for the Police Athletic League in Campbell, Ca. He also volunteers for Habitat for Humanity, Second Harvest Food Bank and serves as the former President of the Bay Area Alumni Association.

In his free time, Jeff enjoys trail and motocross riding on his Yamaha WR 450, weight training and golf. Jeff is at an expert level on Xbox…

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In these polarizing times, corporate leaders, especially executives, are expected to navigate tough conversations where they must be truthful, integral, compassionate, and wise all at once. It’s not an easy tension, and leaders are showing how much coaching they need to balance the forces in this four-point shape. They must figure out how they can create a space of understanding where their staff may not all agree but can agree to disagree agreeably.

It is critical for leaders to create this space. It is also critical for leaders to have this skill. Otherwise, workplace incivility will take over workplace productivity. As a leader, you can learn how to create a space where courageous conversations can happen without being perceived as taking polarizing sides. Join me to know how in 7 key steps.

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When was the last time you celebrated the process of change? Feeling the rhythm and joys of change is not something most people think about. Many times, moving through change brings frustration, impatience, and stress. People often curse the change taking place. But what if we embraced change? What if we had a mindset that sees change as an opportunity to thrive, not just survive? Where would it take us? Where would it take you in your career and life?

This mindset can help you navigate through the discomfort of unfamiliar situations and help you grow in your career and life. In fact, one of the most common unconscious mindsets is that “change is temporary; this will pass” but when you see something as temporary, you tend to cope with it instead of accepting and embracing it. The reality is that change is a constant, and you’ll need to navigate it.

In this podcast, we’re going to explore how to embrace moving through change with peace and joy. I have in my corner as coach, Tajé McIntosh, who will be bringing her expertise to this topic.

Tajé McIntosh is the co-founder of RenewIQ Consulting and the Director of Client Delivery at Pearl Operational Design. She is an organizational culture and change management champion, who works diligently to help organizations improve operational processes. She works with clients to ensure transformations (whether culture, process, or systems) are adopted in a way that puts people first.

When she’s not busy working with clients to transform their organizations, she is spending time with her family and giving back to the community. Her strong desire to serve has led her to work with many different grassroots, established community groups and non-profit organizations over the last 25 years – in service to youth and marginalized people.  

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Many people suffer from the pain of regret, which may be more intense than the pain of failure. Regret leaves us wondering what could have been, while failure gives us a clear answer. We can move on from failure, but not from regret. The ghost of regret haunts many of us as we march toward the end of our lives. It whispers to us: “If only you had more courage, if only you took some risks, things would be different now.” But we can’t change the past, we can only shape the future. And to do that, we need to have guts and take the right risks.

That’s what this podcast is about: No Guts No Glory – The Courageous Art of Making the Right Risks. We will explore the opportunities that we miss because of fear, and how we can build artful skills to overcome it. We will learn how to find the guts to pursue our purpose and achieve our goals. We will discover the glory of shining our light in this world. Join us as we talk about finding guts to experience glory in our lives.

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Have you ever faced a change that turned your life upside down? Maybe you lost your job, moved to a new country, got divorced or even lost a loved one. How did you cope with such a heavy change? Did you learn to embrace it or … resist it?

In this fast-changing world, we are constantly faced with changes that challenge us in fundamental ways. However, not all changes are bad. Some changes can open up new opportunities, perspectives, and growth. Therefore, it is important to learn how to cope with heavy change and turn it into a positive force in our lives.

In this podcast, I will share with you some of the challenges of change and some innovative strategies for coping and thriving. You will hear my insights through the voice of experts who understand heavy changes and learned valuable lessons from them. You will also get practical tips and tools to help you deal with any change that comes your way.

If you want to learn more about how to cope with heavy change, tune in to my podcast “Oh No - How to Cope with Heavy Change” or visit my LinkedIn page: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/. Let’s not just survive, but thrive through the heavy change.

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Are you tired of dealing with challenging people? We’ve all had our fair share of encounters with difficult individuals, and it’s completely normal to feel frustrated when we can’t seem to connect with them. But what if we could shift our mindset and see these people not as problems to be solved, but as complex individuals to be appreciated? How would that change the way we feel about them?

Join me on my podcast as we explore the difference between a complex person vs. a complicated person, and discover the steps to unknotting the difference and maintaining the relationship. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to transform your interactions with challenging people!

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I’ve often heard that a company is not a family. While that may be true, it’s the people who make up a family. When you find your people at work and bond like a family, it makes work much more meaningful and transforms the workplace into a space where you can truly thrive.

In today’s world, where opportunities for authentic connections are dwindling, the workplace might be one of the few places left where people can form these bonds out of necessity. But how do we transition from merely making a living to making a life at work, where connection and purpose are integral?

If you’re interested in understanding the significance of the workplace for your wellbeing, you won’t want to miss this episode.

Join me as I sit down with Glenn Akramoff to discuss “Making a Life and Not Just a Living at Work.”

Glenn Akramoff is the founder and CEO of Akramoff LLC and author of Human Centred Team 

His expertise is rehabilitating and revitalizing municipal government workplaces and has developed a program that will improve any organization by returning humanity to the center of focus. 

Glenn’s life experiences and core values are the center of his purpose. Having worked from seasonal maintenance to City Manager and now consultant and business owner over a 30-year career, he’s observed a connection between fulfillment at work and happiness at home. He has an intense desire to improve the lives of everyone he works with. 

Glenn creates environments that are innovative, inclusive, growing, and rich in communication and respect. His Human Centered program empowers teams and leaders to overcome and succeed together.

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Groupthink can have a significant impact on our behavior at home, in public, and in the office. It can cause people to ignore important information and ultimately lead to poor decisions. This can be damaging even in minor situations but can have much more dire consequences in certain settings. For example, in schools, the workplace or religious settings, groupthink can lead groups to ignore ethics or morals, prioritize one specific goal while ignoring countless collateral consequences, or, at worst, instigate serious harm or even death.

To disrupt groupthink, there are several steps or techniques that can be employed. What are those steps? Well join me on this podcast as we figure out how not to get lulled into groupthink. We’ll explore ways to disrupt groupthink and avoid its negative consequences. Together, we can learn how to make better decisions and avoid being sunk by groupthink.

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Many people are learning about increasing their IQ (intelligent quotient) and EQ (emotional quotient) but many are not increasing their CQ (cultural quotient), which is their ability to connect with people who are more culturally distant from us. There is a greater need for people to get along with those who are different from us. The words of the late Stephen Covey, “Seek first to understand then to be understood,” becomes more critical to avoid continual misunderstanding that can lead to interpersonal conflict at home, intergroup conflict at work and even international conflict abroad.

Today, interactions between countries spanning the distance of oceans seem like merely a block away. Although commercially the world has become increasingly smaller with technology, culturally many act as if they are planets away. This means the more multicultural, multiethnic, and multiracial that we become as a society, there is a greater need for people to become knowledgeable about each other’s cultural background to be successful together.

Join this podcast as we talk about taking our CQ to build our strength to understand each other’s culture.

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The world can be a cold place for many days. It only becomes colder when we lack kindness to each other. We forget that kindness is that bit of heavenly sweetness which can really make a person’s day (and ours too). Kindness can be a part of the solution in our conflicts with each other, especially on social media. Unfortunately, we’ve forgotten what kindness looks like.

As our culture struggles about the values that matter to one another, one thing is evident. We believe kindness is still important. However, we don’t always put it into practice during conflict. And even beyond the conflict, many of us still don’t put kindness into practice when others who disagree with us most need it. 

In this podcast, we’re going back to basics and talking about kindness. So, we’re able to extend and have a cup of coffee with each other—sweetened with a bit of kindness. You’ll leave this podcast knowing some more ways in which you can offer that cup of kindness, with some sweetness, to friends and strangers alike.

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The art of giving feedback is a skill that many learn to do, especially those who are managers. However, the reverse is not true. There is a lack of the art of receiving feedback, which paralyzes people from realizing their best selves. The trauma of receiving horrible feedback creates the fear of running away from future feedback especially if you're an employee.

The reality is feedback is part of life—for better or for worse. The question is: how do we create an inner system of resilience and process of feedback, so we don’t become bitter—but better? How do we not take feedback personally? Join me in this next podcast to hear.

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If you have ever played a string instrument like a guitar or violin, you know how challenging it is to get the right sound when you immediately pick it up. And this is not necessarily because you’re a bad guitarist or violinist. However, you recognize the strings on the guitar or violin need to be adjusted—tightened or loosened.

When strings are too lax, the quality of sound is hindered (muffled) or not produced. The opposite is also true. If the strings are tightened too much, they will rupture and pop. A stringed instrument works best when it can "live in the tension".

How about our lives? How do we live in the tension—the right tension to make music? In this Coach’s Corner podcast, we will help unpack this tension and understand it to find that right balance. So our lives will better sing to others around us and ourselves within. 

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As we get older, we start to really focus on things that really matter to us in life. We start to prioritize our time, energy, and our relationships. We look at the people who we interact with and call friends and ask if they really are your friends. Or maybe the better question is, am I really their friend?

In this podcast, we’re going to get brave and honest about those relationships we may be pretending to say are dear. What makes a friend–a friend? After this podcast, you may make different choices about the kind of friends you want to keep in your life or give distance.

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They say Monday is the toughest day of the week. This can be for several reasons of course. However, what makes Monday all the tougher is when you can see the unhappiness on everyone else's face to start the day. It is like the Frown Central train pulled into the station on Monday with its passengers wearing their frowns as their paid ticket for travel.

One wonders if a smile is too expensive to purchase or if we have forgotten the key to unlock the door of unhappiness we find on Monday and brighten each other’s day. We can all be superheroes if we just smiled more.

How can a smile be so powerful? Check out this podcast to find out how and know the power of just a smile that can better brighten your day—at no cost.

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Today we find ourselves in a time where friends have become strangers and strangers have become enemies. Conflict abounds. Trust is none. We’ve become poor relationally speaking.

Whether online or in person, the person next to us is no longer seen as our neighbour whom we can trust. What’s the impact on this fact on our work, on our relationships and maybe even more importantly, on our health? Is there any way we can build the most asset or capital in our lives, which is social, which is trust.

Join me on this podcast as we talk about how we build trust in each other – the ones we do life within our community and society. In us, we trust.

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Why are people leaving our companies? Why are people leaving your company?

Do they need more money? Do they need more time off? Do they need more help? Let’s give them more money and more vacation. That’s the answer. If that’s been your response as a senior leader or response from your executive peers, well the answer may shock you.

In this next podcast, I’ll talk about the 3 things your team needs for them to remain and stay in your organization. And believe it or not—it’s not more money, vacation, or hires. Tune in to find out what.

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What are your values? You’ve probably been asked that question numerous times. Whether be in an interview, a workshop or a date, this is an inevitable question that is asked by either interviewer, workshop facilitator, or the date in front of you, “what are values?” The question seems simple: that's if you really know your values. 

The question seems innocent if you haven’t been impacted by those who understand them. Many relationships fall apart whether on teams or in families because we don’t understand each other’s values including our own. This creates frustration, anger, and pain.

In this next episode, Denley will explore how we can better understand our values personally and collectively. So, we can not only better understand what drives others but also what drives us. 

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What are your memories of the Olympics? Which events do you look forward to the most? Is it gymnastics, swimming, track, or something else? Why do we enjoy the Games? Perhaps more importantly, what can we learn from the Olympics?

In this episode, we explore the timeless lessons that the Olympic Games teach us. Although the Games come around only every four years, their principles can be applied daily, especially as situations arise. Join me as I share my insights and wisdom on the life lessons the Olympic Games demonstrate for us as we strive for gold in our lives.

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Have you ever been disrespected by someone out in the open like in a meeting with colleagues, in an outing with friends or even in your backyard BBQ with family? The person says something so offensive to you or about you or others that you can’t think straight with offense and anger. You want to say something, but you don’t know how it will be received. 

At the same time, you know if you leave it alone that it wouldn’t sit right with your conscience. What do you do? How do you call out in a respectful way where you both win? Your goal is to be authentically heard while the other person who hurt you is motivated to change their behaviour without you stooping lower and retaliating–at least ideally.

If that’s your situation and you can't figure out how to muster the courage and approach to address it in the open, you need to listen to this next podcast. We address how to call out others in a respectful way for you personally and you to help others to do the same. Join us as we tackle this uncomfortable topic of calling out and how to do it in a respectful way.

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Have you ever heard of the equation Love + Courage = Freedom. Not your typical math problem, is it? Yet, getting this equation right can make your life a lot easier. Not getting it right has sustained the relational problems with family, friends and coworkers.

You may not be a math expert, but this podcast will make this equation simple to get. Join us on the Coach’s Corner as we talk about how mixing love and courage together will set you and your relationships free.

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Can time really heal my wounds? Can I forgive and not forget? Is forgiveness just a matter of a decision? Is it really that easy? 

Maybe you could be the person that is asking, “What does forgiveness feel like inside when I arrive at the destination of forgiveness?” “Can I even forgive when I’m so hurt?” If these are your questions about forgiveness, then this podcast is for you.   

In this next podcast, we’ll talk about The Bumpy Road to Forgiveness. We’ll talk about those questions and more. We hope to give you steps to get you through that uncomfortable journey. 

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What is love? That’s the million-dollar question, or even billion dollars, many are looking and pursuing an answer for. This was the question asked by Trinidadian German Eurodance artist, Haddaway. His song was about figuring out how he can love his love where he was failing with his love.

What is love? How do I best love the people that are dear to me? It’s an allusive question. It’s not easy to define. Love has so many dimensions. That’s the reason that we’ll be tackling this question in love on the Coach’s Corner for this Valentine's Day. Join me on this podcast to hear my take.

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What is your love language in the workplace? Is it…

1.  Words of Affirmation
2.  Quality Time
3.  Receiving Gifts
4.  Acts of Service
5. Physical Touch

No, I’m not asking you for personal reasons but professional ones. How much do our love languages speak in the workplace? We may be missing out on how to get the most out of each other authentically by not understanding how we’re loved. How we feel belonging.

In this next podcast, we apply the techniques from the best-selling book, The 5 Love Languages in the workplace. We will discover how leaders and managers can better understand, work and lead authentically by understanding and exercising the love languages of their team. 

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The workplace has become such an important place to build self-esteem and relationships with coworkers. Many see their workplace has an important place to find friendships and community. This trend is only growing. LinkedIn is an expression of this need for connection at work.

Yet data on employee wellness suggests there are more people who feel lonely despite working in large organizations and being in contact with various people. As leaders and managers, can we see the signs when our colleagues and staff need that care?

In this episode, we explore the issue of loneliness at work and the ways we can sit we each other to feel more connected and seen.

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Part of living life is to be hurt by others. We can't avoid it. Many of us have been hurt by someone whom we care about at one time or another. We can move on from those hurts by the act of the person who hurt us to reach out and mend that wound. What if that person who did the hurting or wounding is us? What if we are that perpetrator?

On the flip side, many of us have been the perpetrator and wounded where our loved ones are waiting for us to respond to mend that deep relationship. Unfortunately, we fail to do so because we lack the courage to fix the mess and hurt we created. If we can only muster courage to do what is right, we can move forward with our loved one who has forgiven us.

In this episode, we look at knowing how to restore our broken relationship through our courageous initiative to go mend and fix.

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The Holiday season is a time when families can come together to celebrate what they did individually and collectively throughout the year. It’s a time of reflecting and reminiscing as they look ahead to the new year of hopes and promises. Bonds of family and friendship are usually deepened as festive gatherers carol songs like Jingle Bells.

What if, though, the Holiday season is a time when some are lamenting and are grieving over loss. Those family members they laughed and loved with are no longer here—seemingly suddenly. And now you’re triggered, hurt and angry with no way out or steps to grieving through this loss. If that’s you, tune into a special holiday podcast to know the steps to grieving well, so you can put the jingle back into your bell. 

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In a world where "more means more," finding contentment is not easy to experience. There are so many signals around us that tell us we need more for the sake of more. Even if we feel like more is not necessary, many of us have a hard time to resist making that extra deal, buying that bigger house, entering that close relationship, or having that "next thing." We feel we need to keep up with the Jones (whoever they are).

We're told to be content. For some, no problem. For others, how? If you're asking that question, this podcast will address how we can be content. In the end, we can look at the mirror and feel we're the most content one of all.

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Have you ever heard about the 3Rs? Not Recycle, Reduce and Reuse. Not that type. Yet these 3 R's are needed to keep a different kind of house clean: our inner lives. 

As busy individuals, it's important to carve out time to do so by personally, "Rest, Reflect and Renew." It keeps us humble, which means we stay grounded. Our ability to stay grounded is so key to making effective decisions that benefit all of those who are impacted. It's hard to stay grounded if there's a mess on the floor. (Parents may very well remember the beautiful toy spread that their toddlers made within their homes.) The 3R: Rest, Reflect and Renew allow us to make that time for that inner clean-up so we can function at our best.

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Is the road to being more confident, more relatable and more influential to be more open—or even more exposed? Some say will say No but those who do will be missing the art of Vulnerability and the power it holds to change not only others but themselves and the relationships they hold on dearly.

On this episode, we explore vulnerability and recognize what it is and why it’s important. Join me and my guest, Christy Pretzinger, as she shares insights on being vulnerable and the ways we can open up to ourselves and those whom we care for and lead. If you’re looking for another way to lead and connect, don’t miss this episode—it’s all about learning how to be open, exposed or simply vulnerable. 


Christy Pretzinger transformed the landscape of healthcare content creation and, along the way, transformed what it’s like to work at a growing agency. As the owner and CEO of WG Content, Christy has established an industry-leading company that delivers superior content and strategy to healthcare brands nationwide. How did she do it? She intentionally focused on building the business based on kindness. And that approach has proven to be good for people and the bottom line.

Over time, Christy discovered her true calling: to create a workplace that nurtures personal and professional growth — and help other leaders do the same. She’s a popular guest speaker for events and podcasts, always ready to guide audiences on how to grow leaders and build inclusive workplaces. She’s been featured on numerous podcasts, including From Founder to CEO, Her Million Dollar My$tery, Lead Like a Woman and Smart Business Revolution. See for yourself how Christy is reinventing how businesses evaluate effective leadership, how employees can contribute to success and how everyone can win — if you start with kindness.


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In our fast-paced world, there is a tension between “being” and “becoming” as a person. We find ourselves navigating two ongoing realities: change and consistency. In the world of philosophy, the study of existence or being is known as ontology. Specifically, “being” is the essence of you as a person. It’s static as what is—will be. Like the shape of a circle, you are who you are, and that can’t be changed. You are like a resilient rock of personality and character. In contrast, “becoming” refers to the essence of you that is dynamic; what is—will change. Like the shape of a line, you are who you will be. You are like a rushing river of passions and dreams.

In this episode, we will be unpacking this notion of “being” and “becoming” and how seeing life through this lens can be helpful with your decision-making and personal growth. Will you be? Or will you become?

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Expectations versus expectancy seem synonymous but are emotionally different. They both deal with anticipated behaviors, but the former we impose on the people we care about, whereas the latter we accept. Unfortunately, many of us get two confused. This is because we believe or assume others have our expectations when the truth is they don't. 

However, we project our anger onto our loved ones thinking they broke our expectations when they are living out of their own values and beliefs. Instead of shifting our mindset to expectancy, which honors the other's values and behaviors, we stir up unreasonable anger within us by projecting our expectations onto the unaware person. Hence, our wellness suffers because we feel constantly disrespected by misreading the behaviors of others. In this episode, we clarify the difference between one and the other and its importance to us.

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Mentorship has become a key piece for one’s success, both professionally and personally. Having a sounding board of a mentor is indispensable to navigating the rough seas of life and choppy waves of decision-making. Mentors provide that map to see your way ahead as you journey across the ocean of change. With all these positive qualities of a mentor, it’s no wonder they are not always easy to find one who will journey with you from start to finish. How do you identify a mentor? What do you do to get ready for one? Join me in answering that question. 

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As you pivot and embark on something new, it's important to know how people will generally respond to your new direction. Some will respond favorably, propelling you to move ahead as fans. Others—not so much as foes. Either way, it's critical to know these types of people who are out there. Like a powerful ocean, they can lift you up like a rising tide or sink you like a crashing wave. 

How do you identify those people who are helpful for the journey of a new beginning and those who are harmful? As you begin again, we will explore these types of people and will find those helping hands to move you to that tidal wave of success.

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