Search & Replace: Recent Episodes
Joe Taylor Jr.
"Search and Replace" spotlights how smart, curious professionals seek balance and focus in their lives. Each episode investigates a single change that can improve effectiveness at work or increase personal enjoyment.
What happens when life pulls the rug out from under you, not just once, but twice? Brenda Viola faced the unthinkable and emerged stronger than ever. After enduring the heartbreaking loss of her mother and the sudden death of the love of her life within just a few months, Brenda found herself at a crossroads. Rather than staying in a place of despair, she made a bold decision to start over—literally and figuratively. Brenda shares her inspiring journey of moving across the country, starting a new life from scratch, and founding her own business, Vici Communications. Brenda's story is a testament to the power of resilience, the importance of following your inner voice, and the beauty that can emerge from life's darkest moments. Whether you're navigating your own challenges or simply looking for a dose of motivation, this episode of Search and Replace is sure to leave you feeling empowered and ready to embrace your own "flawsomeness."
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Faced with a worsening dairy intolerance, Hannah Pleasant turned her love for baking into a thriving business by creating vegan, allergen-free treats. From navigating the challenges of starting a business in Kansas to becoming a part of her customers' special moments, Hannah’s story is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the power of following your passion. Tune in to Search and Replace and discover how a twist of fate led to sweet success!
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It took Adam Vibe Gunton hitting rock bottom, where he found himself at the beginning of a powerful transformation. On the outside, everyone saw a high-achieving sales professional, but Adam was secretly battling a heroin addiction. He journeyed from a successful career to the depths of homelessness, and his ultimate path to sobriety is both harrowing and inspiring. Discover how Adam overcame his darkest moments, found a renewed sense of purpose, and now helps others navigate their own recoveries. Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and learn valuable insights on resilience and faith.
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What if hiding your feelings leads to hiding your true self? Dive into Cindy Burns' story, from overwhelming grief to rediscovering purpose and positivity. After the loss of her husband, Cindy faced a dark period, burdened by hidden emotions and the facade of strength. Hear how she transformed her life by embracing her feelings, shedding negativity, and finding a new mission in helping others navigate their own grief. Cindy's story is a testament to resilience and the healing power of authenticity. Don’t miss this inspiring episode on Search and Replace!
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Growing up with a hardworking mother, who had to make tough choices, Tina O Hoang developed a people-pleasing habit that eventually became a significant obstacle in her life. Join us as Tina shares her transformative journey from feeling depleted and passive to embracing assertiveness and self-discovery. Tune in to Search and Replace to hear how she broke free from the chains of people-pleasing, learned to prioritize herself, and now empowers other women to unleash their inner strength.
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Step into the world of Peter Sorgenfrei, a serial entrepreneur who learned the hard way that relentless ambition can come at a steep price. After founding six companies across three continents, Peter faced a health crisis that forced him to reconsider his lifestyle and priorities. Discover how he transformed his experience into a new mission: guiding fellow entrepreneurs away from burnout and towards a more balanced, fulfilling life. Tune in to Search and Replace as Peter shares his insights on finding peace in solitude, redefining success, and creating a life where personal well-being leads to professional prosperity.
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Meet Karin Andrea Stephan, a tech entrepreneur who transformed her struggle with hustle culture into a groundbreaking solution for monitoring mental health. Faced with the relentless pace of the tech industry, Karin co-founded EarKick, an app that uses AI to measure and manage users' mental and emotional states in real time. Listen as she shares her journey from burnout to balance, and learn how incorporating simple, actionable tools into your daily routine can significantly improve your mental well-being and productivity. This episode of Search and Replace is a must-listen for anyone looking to reclaim their mental health and harness the power of technology to live a more fulfilled life.
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David Nordel is a retired Air Force veteran whose life story transcends the boundaries of military and civilian realms. From a youth spent on a California dairy farm to a career marked by 30 years of service and four combat tours, David's journey is one of profound transformation and resilience. In a candid conversation, he reveals how a near-death experience forced him to reevaluate his inner circle and confront the tough persona that served him in the Air Force but hindered his civilian life integration. Join us on Search and Replace as David shares invaluable lessons on vulnerability, the importance of a supportive 'life team,' and the courage to face one's fears and pain for personal growth. Tune in to discover how redefining strength and opening up to help can lead to life-changing realizations and healing.
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Jennifer Arthurton's unexpected journey of self-discovery began just as she approached her 50th birthday. Stripped of her familiar roles and facing the daunting task of starting anew, Jennifer questions her identity beyond the labels of wife, mother, and executive. Facing a future she never imagined, she embarks on a deep spiritual quest to redefine her life on her own terms. Tune in to Search and Replace to hear how Jennifer's search for personal truth turned into a broader mission to redefine what it means to be a vibrant woman in her fifties, inspiring others through her podcast Old Chicks Know Sh*t and proving that it's never too late to reclaim your life and rediscover your power.
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Kevin Palmieri, a man who seemingly had it all—wealth, awards, and success—felt profoundly unfulfilled. Kevin shares his raw and transformative path from the highs of financial success and personal achievement to the lows of existential despair, from superficial success to meaningful fulfillment. Discover how Kevin turned his crisis into a quest for genuine happiness, leading to his venture into podcasting with Hyper Conscious. Join us on Search and Replace for a powerful discussion on the real value of self-awareness and the courage to pursue a life aligned with one’s true purpose.
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What would you do if you didn’t have to worry about money for retirement? Meet Dalene Higgins, a former government employee who turned her meticulous budgeting into a retirement plan so successful, it enabled her to retire early and pursue a new passion as a financial coach. Dalene shares her journey of transforming her relationship with money and mastering the art of living well—both before and after retirement. Tune in to Search and Replace and discover how you can also craft a life that transcends the typical financial worries and truly enjoy your golden years.
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Shannon Talbot, a former high-flying corporate executive, dared to redefine success on her own terms. Fueled by an eye-opening comment from her young son, Shannon embarked on a quest to temper her anger and reclaim her happiness. From scaling the corporate ladder to coaching burnt-out professionals, Shannon shares how prioritizing her well-being, embracing authenticity, and pursuing her long-held dreams led her to a life of fulfillment and purpose. Tune in to Search and Replace and discover how you, too, can chase your happiness and make significant changes that resonate beyond the professional sphere into a more rewarding personal life.
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In a world where life throws unexpected challenges, Terry Tucker's cancer journey is a testament to resilience and determination. From corporate marketing to law enforcement and beyond, Terry's story unfolds with remarkable twists and turns, ultimately confronting a rare form of cancer that defied conventional odds. Join us on this episode of Search and Replace as Terry shares how he transformed his diagnosis into a powerful mission for Sustainable Excellence, offering profound insights on navigating life's trials with courage and purpose. Prepare to be inspired as we dive into Terry's extraordinary tale of finding strength, meaning, and enduring hope amidst adversity.
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Dig into the untold challenges of building a career outside the traditional educational blueprint while battling imposter syndrome. Karin Coger, a pioneering virtual law firm founder, shares her inspiring journey of navigating the complexities of entrepreneurship against the odds. Discover how Karin's leap into the unknown, driven by a desire to forge her own path, led her to redefine success in the legal profession and offer invaluable insights for budding female entrepreneurs. Tune in to uncover the realities of starting your own venture, the pivotal role of resilience, and the transformative impact of technology in modern law practice. This episode of Search and Replace is a must-listen for anyone contemplating the entrepreneurial leap or seeking to innovate within their field.
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Roozbeh Khoshniat's journey through the complex world of ADHD and mental health challenges is both harrowing and inspiring. Rooz's story is a stark reminder of how misunderstood conditions can lead to life-altering consequences, yet also a testament to the power of transformation and redemption. Tune in to Search and Replace for an unflinching look at the struggles and triumphs of navigating life with ADHD and discover how one man's journey to the brink of despair becomes a beacon of hope for many.
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After a lifetime of feeling overlooked, Kiran Kumar decided to make a dramatic change. Faced with personal challenges and the loss of her mother, Kiran reached a turning point that propelled her from feeling invisible to becoming a beacon of strength and empowerment. Kiran bravely shares her struggles and self-discovery to her eventual triumph in creating a platform that amplifies the voices of those who feel unseen. Kiran turned her life around, founding her media and coaching company, Roaring Ahead, and now she's helping others to do the same. Discover the power of reinvention and the importance of surviving and thriving, regardless of age or circumstance, on Search and Replace.
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From the constraints of a career that never felt right to the liberating pursuit of his true passions, Calvin Schwartz shares how listening to your inner voice can help you find the courage to reinvent yourself. Schwartz shares his transition from an unfulfilling career in pharmacy to finding fulfillment in writing and communication, culminating in an unexpected foray into journalism and teaching. His story is a powerful beacon for anyone who is yearning for change but is hesitant to take the leap. Gain invaluable insights on the importance of self-discovery, reinvention, and practical advice on balancing life transitions on this episode of Search and Replace.
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Life on the surface radiated success and envy, but harbored deep and painful secrets, for Christy Freddo. From the glitz of corporate travel to the shadows of domestic abuse and battling addiction, Christy's journey is one of awakening, resilience, and transformation. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and the belief that it's never too late to make a change. Christy hopes her candid story inspires others to confront their own battles, seek help, and embark on their path to self-discovery. Join Search and Replace to explore one woman's triumph from the depths of despair to the pinnacle of renewed life.
A note of caution: This episode contains descriptions of domestic violence that may be disturbing to some listeners. For assistance, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE, or visit on the web at thehotline.org.
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Kenny Hills is an animal lover who turned his childhood passion into Uncle Kenny's Pet Sitting and Dog Walking in Los Angeles. Although there were bumps along the way to creating a thriving pet care business, Kenny's journey is a testament to the power of pursuing one's passions. His advice: believe in yourself and take that leap of faith. Get ready for a heartwarming story of what happens when you follow your dreams on Search and Replace.
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Erin Baumgartner is a trailblazer who's rewriting the rules of entrepreneurship in organic food. Erin's unique background in data analytics led her to create Family Dinner, a local farmer's market delivery service with a mission to revolutionize the food supply chain. Discover how Erin's vision intersects with the latest trends in meal delivery services and how she's navigating the challenges of building a sustainable business. Explore how your local choices impact food waste and Family Dinner's potential to empower small farms worldwide on Search and Replace.
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Imagine becoming a mother (without an instruction manual) and juggling it with a demanding career. Gifty Enright shares her raw and relatable experiences, from sleepless nights to emotional roller coasters. But she didn't just survive; she learned how to thrive. Discover how Gifty transformed her life holistically and why her story is a must-listen for anyone seeking balance, well-being, and inspiration on Search and Replace.
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Jed Regante's journey from a traditional law career to championing rainwater harvesting in drought-prone Texas reflects a powerful blend of environmental consciousness and resilience. Jed made a significant career shift, focusing on rainwater harvesting. He emphasizes the critical importance of water resources and discusses the urgency of addressing climate change, urging everyone to become climate activists at the local level. Discover how Jed creates resiliency within communities and drives policy change for a sustainable future on Search and Replace.
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Katherine Pendergast and Lacie Brueckner recognized a gap in children's literature regarding death and grieving. They created books to help children understand funeral processes and cope with loss, starting with human family members and expanding to include beloved pets. Their books have received positive feedback, even from adults, and Lacie advises keeping conversations about death simple and age-appropriate, using factual terms. Discover how Katherine and Lacie are bridging the gap in children's literature by addressing the topic of death and grieving, offering valuable insights into this important conversation on Search and Replace.
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Wisdom and Cherie Jzar's family farm grew from a modest homestead to the creation of Deep Roots CPS Farm in Charlotte, NC. What started as a quest for self-sufficiency blossomed into a thriving urban farming business. Facing the challenges of urban agriculture as non-traditional farmers, they built Deep Roots to grow crops and provide resources and support for a diverse community of growers. Join us to discover their story of empowerment, sustainability, and fostering a new generation of urban farmers on Search and Replace.
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What happens when the career you've trained for takes an unexpected turn? Mustafa Ammar's career took an unconventional odyssey from pharmacist to diplomat with dreams of cultural connection. His journey is a testament to the power of determination and self-discovery, revealing how he triumphed against all odds to secure a prestigious position at the United Nations. Tune in to Search and Replace to unravel the myths surrounding career changes, learn how to recognize signs it's time to switch gears and discover how Mustafa's insights can guide you on your own path of transformation.
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Eric Inman embarked on an unconventional career journey, driven by his deep interest in how the environment influences human psychology. Growing up, his exposure to nature through activities like backpacking and skiing shaped his perspective. He ventured into wilderness therapy, where he realized the profound impact of nature on personal growth. His passion for ecopsychology and his experiences in Japan culminated in Evolve Wild, a venture that facilitates transformative outdoor experiences in the Pacific Northwest. Discover how Eric helps people connect with their authentic selves and recognize obstacles, fostering personal growth and positive change, on Search and Replace.
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Alyssa Johnson, founder of Fearless Freedom Travel, shares her inspiring journey of personal growth and empowerment. During the pandemic, she embraced being alone, leading her to create a community on TikTok and organizing group travel experiences for women of all ages, helping them gain confidence and break free from their comfort zones. Explore how Alyssa helps others discover their bravery and capabilities through solo travel on Search and Replace.
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Despite their well-written stories, Rachael Mitchell and her writing cohort faced frustration when they saw less deserving individuals getting book deals. In response, they founded The Unknown Authors Club and published an anthology featuring essays from fifteen talented but unpublished writers. Through this process, they realized they could become publishers themselves, offering services to authors and assisting with editing and book production. The Unknown Authors Club’s work has created a supportive community for writers, encouraging them to persevere despite rejection and challenges. Discover how pure determination to keep going can fulfill your dreams on Search and Replace.
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Karolina Rzadkowolsk shares her personal journey with alcohol and the struggles she faced in maintaining a healthy lifestyle while still drinking socially. Despite not experiencing extreme problems often associated with alcoholism, Karolina felt something was wrong and wanted a way out. She discovered the concept of Dry January, which permitted her to take a break from alcohol without having to explain herself. This experience led to a significant transformation in her physical and emotional health and the pursuit of her dreams. Karolina believes that choosing an alcohol-free lifestyle brings incredible gifts of confidence, self-love and creativity, propelling individuals toward their deeper desires and greater purpose in life. Listen to Karolina's story on Search and Replace.
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Adrian Archie's strong work ethic and competitive nature were instilled in him through his upbringing in a matriarchal family and his experience playing professional football. Archie followed his childhood dream of working with pets and started his own business--petNmind. He recognized the need for more information available to pet owners and aimed to create a people-centered brand that offers quality products, guidance, and support. Adrian became the first African American to franchise a pet concept successfully. Explore how the importance of perseverance and taking small, planned steps can help you achieve your goals on Search and Replace.
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Milena Regos, the founder of Unhustle, discusses her journey from chasing material success to realizing the negative impact of the hustle culture on her health, relationships, and overall fulfillment. She shares her realization that her identity was tied to her work and how she decided to redefine her success and reclaim her time. Milena explains how adopting new habits, such as taking breaks and working in a state of flow, helped her establish a balance between work and leisure. She realized the importance of defining one's own success and promoting a holistic approach to life and work. Find out how Milena aims to create a movement and community that encourages individuals to pursue a healthier and more fulfilling path on Search and Replace.
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Diane Gilman, known as TV's Jean Queen, shares her journey of pursuing her lifelong passion for fashion design and combating ageism in the industry. Despite facing initial resistance from her parents and societal expectations, Diane fought for her dreams and gained recognition for her unique designs. However, as she grew older and faced personal challenges, Diane felt disconnected from her own fashion line. Determined to regain her confidence, she created a perfect-fitting pair of jeans for middle-aged bodies, which transformed her self-perception. Discover how Diane is helping women embrace aging and find happiness by pursuing meaningful activities aligned with their passions and skills on Search and Replace.
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Christy Byrne Yates shares her experience of being in the sandwich generation, caring for both her children and aging parents. She initially had a great life with her husband and children, supported by her parents, who lived nearby. However, she began to notice her parents needed more help and realized they were experiencing dementia. As she navigated the challenges of caregiving, she learned the importance of self-care, asking for help, and setting boundaries. Find out how Christy found the need to lead with love and compassion in both caregiving and parenting on Search and Replace.
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Kristen Matthews, a Pilates instructor and wellness advocate, shares her personal journey of dealing with health issues and ultimately being diagnosed with Hashimoto's disease. She made significant changes to her diet and lifestyle, focusing on nutrition and gut health. Kristen's experiences led her to create an online program called Reframe and Renew, aimed at helping women entering perimenopause who face similar challenges. Learn the importance of individualized health approaches and how to be proactive in your own well-being on Search and Replace.
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Ruksana Hussain is a writer and journalist who faced numerous challenges in her career. Determined to explore her options, she took on multiple part-time jobs, freelanced, and became a features generalist, writing about various topics. However, the constant hustle and lack of focus took a toll on her health, leading to a six-month recovery period. During this time, she realized the importance of putting herself first and establishing a schedule that suited her needs. She adopted a more measured approach to work, turning down assignments that didn't align with her goals. Today, Ruksana has found contentment in her freelance writing and editing career, working on projects she's passionate about and making them work for her. Discover the significance of saying no to opportunities that don't serve you and making conscious choices that contribute to the overall quality of life on Search and Replace.
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Dry January, an annual movement where people give up drinking alcohol for the whole month of January, helped Sean Robinson kickstart a healthier lifestyle. Sean explains that he was not in a good place mentally and physically due to his weight and lack of energy, and Dry January was the first step to living a healthier life. Next, he started to journal and listen to different podcasts and books that helped him change his mindset and approach to life. Eventually, Sean turned his journal into a book, sharing his transformation and hoping to inspire others to take control of their lives and make positive changes. Discover the steps Sean took to transform his life on Search and Replace.
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Jodi Klaristenfeld's birth did not go as planned due to a rare illness called HELLP Syndrome. As a result, her baby was born premature and needed to be hospitalized in the NICU for 77 days. Jodi's own health was also at risk, and she felt alone and traumatized throughout the experience. After her daughter came home, Jodi committed to creating a support system for parents in similar situations. She founded FLRRiSH, which offers resources and tools to parents of premature babies. Listen to Jodi's inspiring story on Search and Replace.
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During quarantine, Oliver Pau came up with the idea of creating his ideal job in the food industry by combining his passion for food and helping the environment. So he founded Dojo Fresh, a business that offers plant-based options using seitan, a wheat-based protein common in Asian cooking. Although unfamiliar with the industry, Oliver took it one step at a time and learned to comply with regulatory requirements, use social media, and find the proper support. Discover how combining his passions for food and the environment, and the challenges he faced along the way, led to Dojo Fresh on Search and Replace.
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Codependency is the chronic neglect of the self to gain approval, love, validation, and self-identity through another person. Lindsay Andrews shares how her personal struggles led her to invest in codependency recovery through inner child work, daily journaling, affirmations, and other practices. She realized the importance of using her voice and now has a podcast, Unstuck On You, to create a community for those seeking healing and growth. Find out how Lindsay ditched codependency and dived into self-love on Search and Replace.
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John Hurd is an elite track and field athlete who started competing at age 61 and is still competing at age 91! After seeing a friend competing in it, John rediscovered his love for sprinting and entered the Senior Olympics. Despite not having a coach or trainer, he trained himself to become a sprinter and has since won 169 gold medals, including nine at the national level. John faced a health scare when he needed a pacemaker, but he has adjusted to it and continues to compete. Discover what successful goal setting looks like at any age on Search and Replace.
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Diana Robertson struggled with shyness and social anxiety that affected her career, particularly during interviews and networking. To overcome these obstacles, Robertson sought help online, bought public speaking books, joined public speaking courses, and started speaking publicly. Eventually, she discovered a passion for helping others overcome their communication challenges and launched an online virtual school to develop communication skills. Discover how developing new skills, regardless of age and background, is possible on Search and Replace.
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Teresa Mitrovic shares her experience of how leadership is not a natural skill one inherently possesses but something that must be learned and developed. Teresa discovered this while working on a team that struggled to trust one another, where she realized that leadership was not a technical game but rather a people game. After her boss enrolled her in a coaching course, Teresa realized how important it was to create a genuinely human workplace that values both performance and human connection equally. In addition, she learned that psychological safety is about paying attention to others and responding to their concerns, which helps create a high-performing team. Since then, Teresa has shifted her career into coaching other professionals, helping them build highly effective teams by focusing on connection and building trust. Listen to her inspiring story on Search and Replace.
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Musician Kevin Roth shares how he redesigned his life after being diagnosed with stage three Melanoma. Despite his successful career, Kevin wasn't truly happy. He realized that stress and inflammation contributed to his illness and decided to create a new life. Kevin moved to San Diego and started a "Creative Life Design" that focused on being a musician, artist, and seeking spiritual answers to be happy. After a year of living a life he enjoyed, the cancer never returned. Kevin now helps others create their own "Creative Life Designs" as a life coach. Discover how Kevin encourages people to find passion in their lives and live authentically on Search and Replace.
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Creative pursuits can be great stress-busters. Majken Selinder Nilsson discovered writing as a release for the uncertainty in her world. When her husband was laid off after a major move to a new city, Majken began to write as a hobby and, to some extent, escapism from the stress. Find out how this self-described accidental author found her creative outlet on Search and Replace.
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Sandi Sturm knows it is possible to ensure a bright future for our children and future generations. The challenge is getting information and resources for climate change into the hands of the community. So Sandi developed EnvironmentalGroups.us, a website that serves as a searchable clearinghouse of environmental non-profits in the US. Her website educates and empowers local communities to make the changes necessary for a healthy future. Learn how Sandi is making an impact on climate change on Search and Replace.
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Silvia Li knows what standing firm, with grace and politeness and diplomacy, could look like to affect positive change in the systems and the environment in which we operate. Her time spent in Corporate America revealed the need for women in leadership to stand up courageously to have their voices heard. Find out how Silvia is helping leaders and sales professionals regain their sense of purpose and joy in their work on Search and Replace.
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Infertility robbed Frances Jones of her peace, joy, and happiness. She centered her identity and ego around having children, and the stigma of infertility weighed heavily. It consumed her to the point where she needed to go on a journey of self-discovery for inner peace. The journey was difficult, but Frances realized there was a purpose in it. She's now an advocate, author, speaker, and coach for others experiencing infertility. Find out how Frances found her inner peace on Search and Replace.
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At 72 years old, Ruth Yunker is aging vivaciously! She has found that getting older isn't the end of the world but the beginning of a new journey. What does she attribute to her extraordinary adventure into her trimester of life? Committing to sobriety at the age of 50. Find out what role Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) played in helping Ruth maintain over twenty years of sobriety on Search and Replace.
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Jo Ann Glim faced a one-in-four chance of surviving her hemorrhagic stroke. However, she quickly discovered that recovering from a significant brain injury isn't just about healing your body; it's about coming to terms with a new sense of your entire self. Setting small goals, like wiggling her fingers and maintaining a positive attitude of gratitude, has helped Jo Ann to thrive during twenty-five years of recovery. Listen to how Jo Ann dealt with her life drastically changing in just one day on Search and Replace.
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It is often impossible for us to process our grief when we care for loved ones at the end of their lives. And yet that's what Kim Becker did through the framework of her family and Hello, Gorgeous!, the non-profit organization that she and her late husband, Michael, had started together. The mission of Hello Gorgeous! is to ensure that when a woman has cancer and goes through treatment, she can smile and look in the mirror. Find out how Kim redirected her grief into Hello, Gorgeous! on Search and Replace.
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Many of us don't always want to admit it, but how much do we allow our jobs to shape our identities? Chad Kelley linked his identity to his career as a chef in the hospitality industry. After more than twenty years in the demanding and stressful industry, a health crisis presented itself, and Chad needed to decide at the crossroads. Listen to how he was able to step away from a long career as a chef and step into the role of stay-at-home parent on Search and Replace.
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Weight Loss Surgery was the last resort for Chandra Metz. She was nearly 400 pounds when she realized she wanted to be around for her children and needed to make a desperate change. Her doctors recommended Bariatric Surgery in her situation as a long-term solution. Now ten years postoperative, Chandra maintains a weight loss of 160 pounds. Learn more about Chandra’s incredible transformation on Search and Replace.
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Kevin Hoover's life changed instantly from being a busy and successful real estate agent to finding out about his young son's cancer diagnosis. He found that he could deal with the cancer treatments by focusing his work week on just two days a week. The result: productivity and revenues increased within 90 days, and he was able to be there for every one of his son's appointments. Kevin now operates the Hug Your People non-profit, supporting families with kids fighting cancer out of his RV, where he travels full-time with his family. Listen to Kevin's story of taking his family's darkest times and turning them into a positive outcome on Search and Replace.
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How much do you really love and care about yourself, and how much are you willing to invest in your mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical health? LaJune Singleton is not your typical personal trainer and nutritional lifestyle coach because she's overcome traumatic injuries and struggled with weight loss. However, the key to unlocking the success of weight loss for LaJune came when she addressed the emotional trauma that had caused her to gain weight. Now, she coaches others and helps them get to the core issues of dealing with mental and emotional trauma to lose weight. LaJune shares her story about investing in your mental health for physical wellness on Search and Replace.
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Grief is something many people suffer in silence. Samantha Ruth unexpectedly lost her husband and found she didn't have the support she needed to get through the grief. As a psychologist, Samantha evolved her practice beyond coaching and counseling to address all aspects of a grieving spouse's life. Find out how finding connection and support helped Samantha get through the pain on Search and Replace.
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How healthy is your first meal of the day? Sumita Kumar noticed the breakfast most Americans eat is anything but nutritious, and she wanted better for her family. This led her on a journey of creating her own plant protein and superfood blend that can be added to your breakfast – and the birth of Plantnrgy. Plantnrgy has won accolades from nutrition experts and garners support from Sumita’s community. Find out how searching for the perfect nutritious breakfast turned Sumita into an entrepreneur on Search and Replace.
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Max Nijst's journey through alcoholism and addiction began for him in high school. Hitting some of the lowest points in his life brought him to rehab. While there, Max's path led him to the realization that he wanted to help other people overcome their own addictions. He also wants to bring compassion and overcome the stigmas associated with alcohol and drug abuse and recovery. Listen to his sobriety story and his mission to change how we view addiction on Search and Replace.
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How do we bring self-compassion to ourselves when that inner critic in our brain is so active? Shahin Najak opened the door to a happier life by asking herself that question. By incorporating elements of mindfulness into her life, she enhanced her relationships with her daughters. Shahin realized that her own mindfulness journey could help impact the lives of other families and is now a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Coach for parents, teachers, and caregivers. Listen to Shahin's story on Search and Replace as she describes how to bring back the joy and connection and build better relationships using mindfulness skills proven to increase self-esteem and self-acceptance.
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As a result of her emotional eating disorder, Kristin Jones faced a lifetime of struggle. Although Kristin's unhealthy focus on image and weight has been a constant challenge, it has given her the drive to help others facing body image issues. As a Life Coach, she assists professionals in addressing and managing their issues with emotional eating by understanding how thoughts impact choices in all aspects of their lives. Find out how Kristin was able to conquer emotional eating and help others do the same on Search and Replace.
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Kori Tomelden thought of herself as a typical mom raising two neurodivergent daughters in upstate New York. However, the more she learned about neurodivergence surrounding her daughters, the more she questioned her own identity. Then, an official diagnosis revealed that Kori is also neurodivergent, having Autism and ADHD herself. Kori embraced the diagnosis and decided to quit masking her behaviors. Today as a coach and mentor, Kori helps clients on similar journeys understand why so many strategies that work well for the neurotypical brain just don't work the same for themselves or their children. Listen to Kori's story of discovering self-acceptance on Search and Replace.
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Tiffany Moore found herself a whole decade into a high-profile career in non-profit, but with a mountain of student debt and no obvious opportunity for financial security. She decided to make the big leap to consulting for Social Entrepreneurship and tackling Imposter Syndrome head-on. As the coach for humanitarian entrepreneurs, Tiffany helps activists have their own thriving business that makes an impact in the world with freedom and without burnout. Find out how Tiffany made the leap on Search and Replace.
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It seemed like overnight Clarke Boozer went from a very active guy, used to doing anything
and everything that he wanted to, to not being able to take care of his basic needs
and having to depend on others. At the prime of his life, Clarke's doctors diagnosed him with a rare disease called Polymyositis. But getting that diagnosis inspired a change in his mental outlook. Embracing therapy, meditation, and mindfulness all helped Clark shift his perspective and now views his muscle disease as a blessing. As an instinctive meditation teacher, Clarke helps others find the benefits of meditation and mindfulness. Learn more about incorporating meditation for managing chronic illness on Search and Replace.
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Have you ever viewed squirming worms as majestic creatures? Cathy Nesbitt does. She sought to solve Toronto, Canada’s smelly garbage problem—by indoor composting with worms at scale. Founding Cathy's Crawley Composters in 2002, Cathy is responsible for more than 75,000 people seeing her presentations on composting with worms. Find out how you can start using worms in your compost for a more sustainable lifestyle on Search and Replace.
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When Shawn Tegtmeier was 36, she no longer wanted to smell like a dirty ashtray. So, she made a simple commitment to herself to quit smoking. It was the hardest thing Shawn ever did, and to her dismay, she started to pack on the pounds. Then she was introduced to running by a good friend, something she had never been interested in. As she became enveloped in the world of running, she educated herself on health and nutrition at a community college, eventually becoming a personal trainer for other runners. Now, she runs 5ks and half marathons. Find out how this chain-smoking couch potato found the motivation to get off the couch and change her entire life on Search and Replace.
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The pandemic provided an opportunity for people to pivot their career paths. Once lockdown hit, Danielle Spaar’s hairstyling salon shut down and she needed a new way to make a living. She combined her passion for writing children’s books and advocating for Alzheimer’s. Danielle saw the need for children’s books that opens communication and introduces them to Alzheimer's. With the pandemic in full swing, she did just that. Listen in as Danielle shares how she turned the pandemic into an opportunity to share Alzheimer’s education with children on Search and Replace.
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Cheryl Meyer woke up one day in horrible pain. Her conventional doctors told her it was all in her head after rounds of testing showed nothing. Not willing to accept that diagnosis, Cheryl turned to Functional Medicine, an emerging model of care that offers a patient-centered approach to chronic disease management. Now pain-free, Cheryl has dedicated her life to helping others make lifestyle changes that will bring them back to health. Cheryl shares her inspiring journey of how Functional Medicine and eliminating toxins uncovered the root cause of her pain on Search and Replace.
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It’s never too late to reinvent yourself. After nearly two decades, Darla Powell left a secure job with a pension in law enforcement for entrepreneurship. Everyone around her thought she was crazy for leaving, but she believed in herself. Today, she owns a successful interior design company and a marketing agency—and she’s following her passion. Listen in as Darla shares her experience making the leap into a second career on Search and Replace.
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A point had come in Shabani Faehnle's career where she felt underappreciated and wasn't getting the roles she wanted. Consequently, she realized she had been constantly complaining to everyone around her. She says she was unhappy with who she had become and decided to change. Through pure luck, she discovered a gratitude journaling app that drastically impacted her life. Each day, she spends a few minutes reflecting on what she is thankful for, and usually, the small things bring her happiness. As a result, she no longer complains to her friends, and a job promotion came her way, too. Listen to Shibani's transformation from frustrated with life to living with gratitude on Search and Replace.Special Guest: Shibani Faehnle.Links:“Gratitude Journals: Make a Small Change for a Huge Impact,” by Shibani Faehnle. Writing down what you’re thankful for is good for your health—better sleep, lower stress and improved interpersonal relationships among other health benefits.Find out how keeping a gratitude journal can drastically change your life.Check out these 30 Gratitude Journal Prompts.
Despite her best efforts, novelist Shaunta Grimes admits she's not a great employee - she just can't enjoy working for someone else. It took her many interesting jobs that weren't a good match before she created her own space. Her own community, Ninja Writers, allows her to write and teach writing. Find out how it feels to be able to make a successful career out of your childhood goals on this episode of Search and Replace. Special Guest: Shaunta Grimes.Links:“To Discover Your Goals, Imagine Your Perfect Day,” by Shaunta Grimes. “How Tiny Goals Changed My Life And Made Me a Real Writer,” by Shaunta Grimes.Here are four ways to know it’s time to leave your day job and go after your entrepreneurial dreams full-time. Tips for building a brand-new community from scratch.
Is The Great Resignation a result of people in the workforce looking for meaning in their work post-pandemic? Executive Coach and leadership consultant Bob Isaacson explores why meaning in our work is important and why we need it to thrive and motivate us to succeed. Many went back to graduate school during the pandemic and need to connect to a more profound sense of meaning as they're looking to rejoin the workforce. Join us on this episode as Search and Replace looks at what happens when people take radical action aligning their careers with their passions. Special Guest: Bob Isaacson.Links:With the right approach, any job can be meaningful. Check out “To Find Meaning in Your Work, Change How You Think About It,” by John Coleman. Career coach and mentor Rachel Hill offers advice for making a big career change and finding more meaning from your current job. “What Can Coaches Do for You?” by Diane Coutu and Carol Kauffman
Amy Crowe knew she deserved the same customer experience shopping for plus-sized clothes as women with smaller sizes. Rather than buying clothes online, she wanted to see the clothes first and try them on before purchasing. To solve her problem, she opened her own exclusively plus-sized boutique shop, Worthy Figures, catering to full-figured women in Charlotte, North Carolina. Amy focuses on creating an inclusive shopping experience where customers can find their size in something stylish with a welcoming and comfortable experience in fashion and style. Amy's message on body positivity, body image, and body acceptance is important for women to receive when they shop at Worthy Figures, because fashion exemplifies Amy's message. Find out how Amy got started on her journey on Search and Replace.Special Guest: Amy Crowe.Links:Get to know Amy Crowe’s exclusively plus-size boutique Worthy Figures in Charlotte, North Carolina.“Dear Fashion Industry, Stop Treating Plus-Size Women Like Second-Class Citizens,” by Virgie Tovar.he editors at Motif explore inclusive sizing as a new way of understanding plus-size fashion as a business paradigm.Plus-size women deserve the same shopping experience.
Incivility was growing all around Donna Cameron in epidemic proportions. Through genuine kindness, she hoped to show herself and others how to overcome such incivility. Being kind requires more than just being nice - it takes courage, strength, and grace. Donna was inspired to live one full year dedicated to kindness, affording her opportunities to speak out about kindness and to connect with other people who believe in the power of kindness and want to create a kinder world. Find out how Donna learned the meaning of true kindness on Search and Replace.Special Guest: Donna Cameron.Links:A Year of Living Kindly: Choices That Will Change Your Life and the World Around You, by Donna Cameron.Tony Fahkry shares insights as to how we’re wired for kindness and how it impacts your life and others.Find out why Julie Rybarczyk chooses kindness over niceness.Boost your well-being by being by choosing to be kind to others and yourself.Check out the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation.
Negative self-talk had become too much for Michelle Kuei, so she came up with a challenge to prove that she could surpass her own worst feelings about her body. Despite relying on crutches since she was a child due to an automobile accident, she wanted to hike Machu Picchu. The hike was grueling, and the most physically challenging event Michelle had ever faced. Still, she put the negative self-talk out of her mind and reflected on gratitude for what physical abilities she did have to pull her through. The experience allowed her to change her self-image as a person living with a physical disability and what it means to be beautiful. Michelle's been helping her clients overcome the effects of their negative self-image as a certified confidence & leadership coach. Listen to her compelling story on Search and Replace.Special Guest: Michelle Kuei.Links:Find inspirational stories about business and mindset on The Michelle Kuei Podast.Perfectly Normal: An Immigrants Story of Making it In America, by Michelle Kuei.Check out a sample chapter from Michelle’s book.Learn more about working with Michelle as a certified confidence & leadership coach.Dana Sparks shares tips to overcoming negative self-talk from the Mayo Clinic.Better understand the link between self-talk and self-doubt – learn how to challenge negative self-talk.
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Steve Larsen realized the biggest block to scaling his financial planning firm was his lack of formal systems and processes that he had been resisting for years. He wanted to grow his business larger than a solopreneur, yet have the business maintain a sense of his personality. Find out how Steve was able to scale his business around his personality and increase profits by 50% in nine months.Special Guest: Steve Larsen.Links:The Year Off: The Anti-Budget Solution to Mastering Your Money and Following Your Dreams, by Steve Larsen.How do you decide when it’s time to formalize a plan? Check out “How Do You Know When To Put A Process In Place?” by Maynard Webb.When you decide on a process, be sure to document it. Learn how by reading “How To Document Your Current Processes In 10 Easy Steps,” by Denise O'Berry.Oliver Pearce offers 10 reasons why standard operating procedures can reduce risk in your business.
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As Anthony Maher transitioned into his new role as a partner in a busy development firm, he needed to take control of his morning routine so he could jumpstart the day the right way. He pulled from his experience as a professional athlete to bring him into alignment. With his morning routine back on track, he’s now more strategic during the day and has more quality time with his family. Find out how he did it on Search and Replace.Special Guest: Anthony Maher.Links:Learn more about Anthony’s approach to sustainability and neighborhood development through his real estate company, University Place Associates (UPA).Here’s information on how to create a positive morning routine.Need ideas for good morning routines? These habits will start your day off right.Tips for teaching your kids mindfulness.
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Elizabeth Sherman needed to change up her lifestyle in a major way. She had the big house with the pool and the typical “American” dream, but found she was working all the time to support that lifestyle and not actually enjoying it. She wanted to feel the way she did when she was on vacation all the time. So, she and her husband made the major life decision to expatriate to Mexico! She’s able to work online and enjoy the new culture and lifestyle in Mexico that she’s always been looking for, while she's learned a lot of unexpected things from her experience along the way. Listen to her story on Search and Replace. Special Guest: Elizabeth Sherman.Links:Learn more about Elizabeth Sherman’s story here. Useful resources on how to expatriate from the US. “The 10 Essential Rules for Slowing Down and Enjoying Life More,” by Leo Babauta
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Karese Laguerre’s life changed after a trip to the pediatric dentist. There, she learned the way her children had been sleeping was affecting every aspect of their wellness. Her children struggled for years with ADHD, night terrors, and ear infections. At the dentist, Karese uncovered a process called myofunctional therapy that improved her four children’s health, mood, and behavior. Inspired by what she learned, Karese went to work for that dentist and is now a Registered Dental Hygienist, Orofacial Myologist, and The Myo Spot founder, a leader in the quest for myofunctional therapy awareness and public education. Find out how you can spot the same sleeping patterns in your children on Search and Replace.Special Guest: Karese Laguerre.Links:Karese has authored an in-depth article describing what to look for in children struggling with Airway Centered Disorder (ACD)"Accomplished: How to Sleep Better, Eliminate Burnout and Execute Goals." By Karese LaguerreWhat’s the Connection Between ADHD and Sleep?What are the causes of snoring?More information on Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
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Author August Birch is constantly looking for and coming up with new ideas to write about. As a professional idea generator, that can be hard to keep track of in your head. August solves that problem by keeping a “Squirrel Notebook” to help him access the idea-generating part of his brain - he keeps all of his ideas in one place and he never runs out of inspiration for content. Learn how his Squirrel Notebook works on Search and Replace.Special Guest: August Birch.Links:August explains more in-depth about the Squirrel Notebook.Learn more about August’s 3-Notebook Productivity System for Squirrel-Brained Thinkers.Journaling can increase productivity.Here are five ways your writing can improve with journaling.How journaling can lead writers to healthier lives and richer characters.Some advice to help you take better notes to help you retain and remember more.Does laptop note taking work as well as pen and paper?The Barrel: A Gripping, Psychological, Pulp Crime Thriller (The Dirt Chronicles Book 1), by August BirchLearn how August teaches indie creators to make more work that sells and how to sell more work they make.
How your home looks and feels impacts more than just you – it extends to your community and the world around you. That’s the message interior designer Alexis Hubbard shares with her clients every day. How and where your furniture, appliances, and remodeling project materials are sourced from affects the quality of life and health of our planet. The decisions we make in our homes are long-lasting and can make sustainable changes for the environment!Special Guest: Alexis Hubbard.Links:View Alexis’ work at AlexisVictoriaDesign.comRecommendations for how and why you should consider making vegan choices in your interior design.Eight things you should donate when you're renovating to keep them out of landfills.Great insight from Elliot Laniado on how to reduce your environmental impact while remodeling your home.If you’re remodeling your kitchen, consider donating all of it to support addiction recovery and job training programs.
Would you believe the solution to shrinking your waistline can be found by balancing your budget? When Jazz Glastra added up the monthly costs of dining out, she was shocked to learn she was spending more at restaurants than on rent! By making smarter, budget-friendly and healthier meal preparations at home, she and her husband saved money and shed unexpected pounds in the processSpecial Guest: Jazz Glastra.Links:Read Jazz Glastra’s article: I Started Cooking and it Changed Everything.The numbers add up – see how much cooking at home can save you.If you’re on the fence, here’s 7 reasons why cooking at home beats take out.It’s trendy – more Americans are eating in.Researchers from the University of Washington School of Public Health find that people who cook at home more often tend to have healthier overall diets without higher food expenses.Learn how to get started with this excellent Beginner’s Guide to Meal Planning.Guidance from the CDC for healthy meal planning.Learn more about the local food movement by Jane Powell.Why we should care about sustainable food and agriculture.Time around the table brings your family together.
Keeping track of all your work is tough enough when you've only got one boss, Marianne D'Alessandro has dozens. She's a virtual assistant, a job that's all about helping people be more productive. Being stifled by task management overwhelm simply isn’t an option for Marianne or her clients – she needs all of her outstanding tasks in one simple place.Special Guest: Marianne D'Alessandro.Links:Trello – Marianne’s task management app of choiceMia Danielle shows how to get the most out of TrelloThe American Psychological Association has great info about MultitaskingBrian Lee shares 7 of the best project management apps to boost productivity (in addition to Trello)
Erin Breeden’s spent the last two decades working in public relations — a field that’s notorious for demanding hours. After launching her own successful boutique firm, Blue Tide Creative, Erin started to realize that her business was taking a little more out of her than even she expected.Special Guest: Erin Breeden.Sponsored By:Johns & Taylor: We're user experience specialists, serving media and technology companies that want their websites to work. Learn more about how top performing businesses eliminate barriers between customers and their goals at www.MaketheWebsiteWorkForMe.com.Links:Blue Tide Creative, Erin's PR FirmLatesha Byrd, Erin's career coachAn entrepreneur whose company doesn't set work hours explains why we should kill the 40-hour weekSetting boundaries with clients
When you finally get your dream job and it turns into a mental health nightmare, what do you do? As a young adult entering the workforce, Danielle Louis started working at her dream job as an emergency medical technician, an EMT. Like most first responders, Danielle endured tremendous pressure on the job - physical, emotional, and social.
Keeping a hero’s brave face on the job was the norm, leaving no room for human emotion, and left Danielle and her colleagues emotionally tapped. She found the mental health challenges first responders endure a major public health issue and decided to take the system head on. Danielle decided to go back to school to arm herself with knowledge and combat the stigma of mental health among first responders.
Danielle served a metropolitan community for seven years as an EMT-Paramedic. She is currently a Mental Health Counseling graduate student at Teachers College, Columbia University, where she has completed experiential coursework training her for proficiency in Group therapy and Individual Therapy, Military Psychology, diagnosis of child, adolescent and adult psychopathology, and Career Development. Danielle is also currently working on her New York State Department of Health Certified Rape Crisis Counselor Certificate.Special Guest: Danielle Louis.Sponsored By:Johns & Taylor: We're user experience specialists, serving media and technology companies that want their websites to work. Learn more about how top performing businesses eliminate barriers between customers and their goals at www.MaketheWebsiteWorkForMe.com.Links:Listen in on our full conversation with Danielle in our companion show, Everything We Found.David Sack, M.D. recommends how first responders can deal with trauma.Rene Ebersole shares what a first responder’s struggle with PTSDis like.Occupational Health & Safety-- Mental Health and First Responders: How Their Jobs Can Cause More than Just Stress.American Addiction Centers-- Firefighters & First Responders Risk of Substance Abuse.First Responders First-- HOW CBT CAN HELP IN TREATING TRAUMA IN FIRST RESPONDERS.
What if one experiment could mean the difference between leading an extraordinary life and being stuck in ‘the spiral of doom’? Madison Taskett is no mad scientist, but she isn’t afraid of a adding few small experiments to her personal life either. As a growth marketer at a technology company in Austin, Texas, she set out this year to answer one important question: How does one live an extraordinary life? Special Guest: Madison Taskett.Sponsored By:Johns & Taylor: We're user experience specialists, serving media and technology companies that want their websites to work. Learn more about how top performing businesses eliminate barriers between customers and their goals at www.MaketheWebsiteWorkForMe.com.Links:Read Madison’s blog post, “How a Lazy Bitch like me learned to be Productive”.Find out how Madison’s experience at a Workaholics Anonymous Meetingbrought up internal challenges.Danny Forest shares 23 experiments to start adding to your daily routine.Psychology Today has great information on healthy Habit Formation.Steph Smith writes how you can be great by being good, repeatably– Madison’s inspiration.
AJ Bruno wasn’t looking to make the kind of change that happened to many of us in 2020. Like many working parents in the Northeast United States, he and his wife found themselves upending their schedules during a government-imposed stay-at-home order that lasted throughout much of March, April, and May.
As the co-founder of Quotapath, a startup that makes software to help sales teams meet and manage their performance goals, AJ got a distant early warning about what was to come. Special Guest: AJ Bruno.Sponsored By:Johns & Taylor: We're user experience specialists, serving media and technology companies that want their websites to work. Learn more about how top performing businesses eliminate barriers between customers and their goals at www.MaketheWebsiteWorkForMe.com.Links:We first met AJ on an episode of The BuildHow fear hurts and helps entrepreneursParenting during COVID-19Working from home could mean three more hours on the job
Tracey Welson Rossman runs marketing for Philadelphia-based technology company Chariot Solutions.
Many other folks know her as the founder behind TechGirlz — with a Z — a nonprofit that develops free technology workshops that help inspire middle school aged girls all over the world to explore careers in technology.
She was also a founding member of Philly Startup Leaders — Philadelphia’s largest and most active community of startup entrepreneurs.
Tracey’s been exploring the idea of what she calls an “itchy brain,” as she explains on this episode.Special Guest: Tracey Welson-Rossman.Sponsored By:Johns & Taylor: We're user experience specialists, serving media and technology companies that want their websites to work. Learn more about how top performing businesses eliminate barriers between customers and their goals at www.MaketheWebsiteWorkForMe.com.Links: For the first time ever, we’re opening up the FULL conversation in a companion show we’re calling Everything We Found. Listen to Tracey’s extended interview — about her next big idea and why Tori Amos inspires her — on our special pop-up website.TechGirlzPhilly Startup LeadersChariot SolutionsWITI Virtual SummitWe first met Tracey on an episode of The BuildOvercome your fear, and bring your idea to fruitionWomen and the Vision ThingSeven ways to overcome your fears in businessHow to know if your big idea is worth pursuing
Samie and Ryan Roberts faced a big decision when they were working in New York City — she was in corporate public relations, he was in corporate sales. And they started feeling the itch to take a little more control over their careers. And like most couples, that realization didn’t hit them at the exact same time.Special Guests: Ryan Roberts and Samie Miller Roberts.Sponsored By:Johns & Taylor: We're user experience specialists, serving media and technology companies that want their websites to work. Learn more about how top performing businesses eliminate barriers between customers and their goals at www.MaketheWebsiteWorkForMe.com.Links:BustldWe first met the BUSTLD team on a 2018 episode of The BuildWatch out for lumpy money!Making the leap to entrepreneurshipBefore you take that entrepreneurial leap...
Daniel Tobon’s held a few different roles in his career. As a self-described corporate lawyer turned serial entrepreneur, he’s been a startup founder, a general counsel, a COO and a CEO. He also served in the US Army Infantry, and it’s a group of his fellow combat veterans that noticed that things weren’t quite right with Daniel’s work/life balance.Special Guest: Daniel Tobon.Sponsored By:Johns & Taylor: We're user experience specialists, serving media and technology companies that want their websites to work. Learn more about how top performing businesses eliminate barriers between customers and their goals at www.MaketheWebsiteWorkForMe.com.Links:We first met Daniel on a 2016 episode of The Build.The Harvard Business Review’s suggestions for setting better boundaries at work.Forbes contributor Caroline Castrillon suggests ten more ways you can set healthy work boundaries.
Habit tracking sounds like a trendy term — it’s the topic of a book that put James Clear on the New York Times bestseller list for over twelve months, and it’s a tactic that Jerry Seinfeld shared with novice performers back when he was still touring comedy clubs.
Author Kolina Cicero wasn’t really looking for any advice on habit tracking.
A gift from a friend enlightened her to how much time she wasn’t spending doing the things she thought were central to her well-being.Special Guest: Kolina Cicero.Sponsored By:Johns & Taylor: We're user experience specialists, serving media and technology companies that want their websites to work. Learn more about how top performing businesses eliminate barriers between customers and their goals at www.MaketheWebsiteWorkForMe.com.Links:Rosie and the Hobby FarmWelcome, Enzo John!Jerry Seinfeld’s Productivity SecretThe Benefits of Using a Habit TrackerAtomic Habits by James ClearThe Every Day Calendar
Would you twist a tomato to get more things done in a day? That’s the productivity secret South African writer and business consultant Nick Darlington told us made a difference in his writing practice. It’s called the Pomodoro Technique, named for a tomato-shaped kitchen timer that its creator had handy when he formulated the method in the 1980s. Special Guest: Nick Darlington.Sponsored By:Johns & Taylor: We're user experience specialists, serving media and technology companies that want their websites to work. Learn more about how top performing businesses eliminate barriers between customers and their goals at www.MaketheWebsiteWorkForMe.com.Links:WriteWorldwideLearn the history of the Pomodoro Technique from its creator, Francesco Cirillo.Ed Gandia’s productivity secret that inspired Nick.Meg Selig writes about how work breaks help your brain.Julia Gifford clocked her colleagues to land on 52 minutes for the ideal task time.Stephanie Vozza explores more teams trying to concentrate on focused work.
Email has become essential for business, especially if you’re a creative professional. However, with email so easily available on your smartphone, many of us find ourselves getting interrupted all day long.
Melissa Alam is the founder and creative director of her own design agency in Philadelphia. She took the extreme step of removing email from her phone entirely. However, she tells us getting more productive time during her workday wasn’t her original goal.Special Guest: Melissa Alam.Sponsored By:Johns & Taylor: We're user experience specialists, serving media and technology companies that want their websites to work. Learn more about how top performing businesses eliminate barriers between customers and their goals at www.MaketheWebsiteWorkForMe.com.Links:Natalia Lusinski deleted ALL the apps from her phone Jocelyn K. Glei recommends 17 email toolsRenzo Costarella recommends deleting these four things from your phoneMelissa uses Boomerang to send emails in the middle of the night
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