Connect the Dots: Recent Episodes
Heather
Are you trying to connect the dots in your life? Maybe it’s your career, your education, your customers, or your community...whatever it is, we want to help you by sharing stories and practical tips to help you Connect the Dots in your life! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/connectthedotspodcast/support
Are you ready to harness the power of SMART goals? Join me, Heather Balcerek, as I take you on a refreshing journey, dispelling the complexities of goal setting and transforming it into an exciting, rewarding endeavor. I guarantee that by the end of this episode, you'll master the art of setting SMART goals. Trust me, the rewards of such strategic planning are monumental. From adding value to your work, balancing your workload, defining your success, to providing clarity, SMART goals enable you to work smarter and not harder. Plus, I'll share a personal revelation that underscores the efficiency and effectiveness of SMART goals.
As we venture deeper, we'll tackle the critical task of measuring and understanding the attainability of sales goals. It's a fascinating exploration of how setting and measuring goals can propel your progress, and why it's absolutely indispensable, regardless of your field. Drawing from my own experiences, we'll trace back to the basics, to the origins of SMART goals, and the invaluable lessons I've learned. So, gear up and prepare to have your perspectives on goal setting and achievement completely transformed!
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Resources:
History of SMART Goals: https://cce.bard.edu/files/Setting-Goals.pdf
How We Lead Article: https://howwelead.org/2014/12/10/a-new-twist-on-smart-goals/
How Motivation helps in achieving goals: https://www.betterup.com/blog/how-motivation-helps-in-achieving-goals
A Fresh Look at SMART Goals: https://www.kenblanchardbooks.com/a-fresh-look-at-smart-goals/
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Ever wondered how you can bring more gratitude into your workplace? As we wrap up our enlightening mini-series on words for the workplace, we shed light on the importance and methods of expressing appreciation to colleagues. From casual verbal acknowledgments to more formal accolades, we discuss how these actions can make people feel valued and included. This isn't simply about saying thank you - it's about fostering an environment of respect and understanding.
Drawing upon insights from Brené Brown and Erica Dhawan's book "Digital Body Language", we delve into the vital role respect plays in the digital workspace. We discuss how attention to detail in emails and honoring people's time and schedules can contribute to this respect. Trust us, it's the small acts of kindness that can make a big difference. So, join us as we conclude our mini-series, and continue our journey towards a more empathetic and understanding professional environment.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
- Digital Body Language - Erica Dhawan
- Atlas of the Heart - Brene Brown Ph.D.
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Get ready to revolutionize the way you navigate the digital communication landscape in your workplace. We promise you an insightful conversation about the power of clear language, the underestimated value of punctuation, and yes, even the strategic use of emojis in our digital interactions. We also address the common pitfalls of relying solely on text-based communication, providing you with four actionable tips for fostering better digital connection.
Ever wondered about the silent language of digital communication? We've got you covered, as we discuss the intriguing concept of digital body language, drawing from Erica Dhawan's thought-provoking book 'Digital Body Language'. We dive into the wisdom shared by Brené Brown in 'Atlas of the Heart', emphasizing the need for intentionality in online interactions. The energy exchanged when people feel seen and valued, the dangers of digital disconnect - we address it all. And as we draw this enriching conversation to a close, we leave you with a powerful reminder to always trust and believe in the Lord. Trust us, you won't want to miss this!
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
- Continue the conversation on Substack
- Digital Body Language - Erica Dhawan
- Atlas of the Heart - Brene Brown Ph.D.
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Ever felt that choking burnout at work? That desolate feeling of exhaustion that seems to suck away all your energy, making the simplest tasks feel like a mountain? This is the episode you need. We've taken a deep dive into understanding burnout, investigating the roots of these emotions and how they manifest in our workplaces. With insights from Brene' Brown's book, "Atlas of the Heart", we'll guide you to recognize the signs of burnout and the importance of naming our emotions to provide the necessary support for ourselves and others.
Are you having a hard time managing expectations in your workplace? Not to worry. We've got tips on how to tackle this. We dive into the concept of situational leadership and its role in setting workplace expectations. With our in-depth analysis, you'll understand the varying development levels of employees and how different levels of support and direction from managers can make a significant difference. We also emphasize the power of connection in preventing burnout and the courage it takes to be vulnerable when setting expectations.
Lastly, we untangle the complex web of emotions that can lead to burnout when your efforts don't quite meet your expectations. We address the feelings of discouragement, resignation, perfectionism, as well as the impact of connection and disconnection. We candidly discuss how these emotions, if not carefully managed, can lead down a path to burnout. Learn how to express and manage these emotions, understand the role of shame in perfectionism, and how discussing connection and disconnection can foster a safer, burnout-free workplace. Trust us when we say, this is an episode you can't afford to miss - it's packed with wisdom and practical advice to save you from spiraling into burnout.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
- Psychology Today article
- Atlas of the Heart - Brene Brown Ph.D.
- Join the conversation on Substack
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Want to supercharge your creativity at work? This episode promises to take you on an enlightening journey packed with fresh insights. We delve into the world of emotions, exploring how they ignite and fuel creativity in our professional lives. Discover how emotions like curiosity, awe, wonder, and even confusion can be key drivers in the creative process. We believe each of us brings a unique flavor of creativity to our work, and being able to understand and express this is crucial for a vibrant, innovative work environment.
Have you ever thought of using awe and wonder to ignite innovative solutions? Well, we're here to guide you through this captivating concept. We discuss the importance of understanding and naming our emotions, and how these can inspire creativity and innovation. Plus, we also share a treasure trove of resources for those keen on further exploring the rich and complex relationship between creativity and emotions. Be sure to join the conversation and share what fuels your creativity. And remember, don’t miss out on our book references to gain even deeper insights!
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
- Permission to Feel - Marc Brackett, Ph.D.
- Atlas of the Heart - Brene Brown Ph.D.
- Join the conversation on Substack: thepolkadotdesk.substack.com!
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What if there was a more profound way of expressing your emotions at work beyond just being "happy"? Let's get into a stimulating chat about harnessing and articulating emotions more accurately within the workplace. Drawing valuable insights from Mark Brackett's book, 'Permission to Feel,' we ponder upon the multi-layered emotions we experience in our professional lives, and how the term "happy," though commonly used, might not be doing full justice in describing those emotions.
We explore alternative words and phrases that go beyond happy - 'excited', 'joyful', 'appreciated', 'valued' and how they paint a more comprehensive picture of our emotional landscape at work. Also, we discuss the power of 'gratitude' as a tool for making others feel appreciated and valued. Plus, we share real-world strategies to incorporate and express these emotions during daily workplace interactions. This is a must-listen episode for anyone looking to enrich emotional communication at work. Join us to continue this riveting discussion on our substack, and make sure to check out our recommended reads in the description.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
- Permission to Feel - Marc Brackett, Ph.D.
- Atlas of the Heart - Brene Brown Ph.D.
- Join the conversation on Substack: thepolkadotdesk.substack.com!
Social Links:
- Connect with me on Instagram here: @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast
- Check out the Youtube channel!
- Connect the Dots website!
- The Polka Dot Desk
- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/msheatherbdot
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In this episode, we continued exploring the world of learning and development in the business realm. Here are some key takeaways from the discussion:
- Understanding how change impacts where our focus lands.
- Importance of telling a data story.
- Setting your intentions, then stretching them.
- How to have more inclusive conversations.
The episode ended with some exciting updates regarding the podcast. We have a challenge ahead of us—our goal is to reach 200 episodes by the end of 2023. We currently stand at around episode 165 and will continue with our biweekly episodes. Additionally, we will be releasing five short episodes Monday through Friday on a specific topic each month, starting next week! We encourage you to sign up for our newsletter or subscribe to the podcast to ensure you don't miss any valuable content.
In other news, we are thrilled to announce that our podcast will be undergoing a name change to "Connect the Dots, Lead the Way." This new name aligns perfectly with our mission of helping you lead confidently and make meaningful connections. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting change!
Don't forget to visit The Polka Dot Desk website to access our podcast library and sign up for our newsletter. We appreciate your support and encourage you to like, share, follow, subscribe, and ring the bell to stay connected with us on Instagram and YouTube.
As we wrap up, remember that you are loved and worthy, and there are incredible things ahead for you if you trust and believe in the Lord.
Thank you for being part of our Connect the Dots community. Wishing you a fantastic week ahead!
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Hello Connect the Dots community!
Welcome back to our 3 Part series, titled "Unlocking the Value of Learning and Development in Business," previously we dove deep into the importance of individual and collective efforts in impacting learning and development within organizations. Heather shared her top 6 takeaways from the keynote panel discussion. Today we are diving into Part 2, where Heather highlights 5 more key takeaways from various sessions she attended while at TICE.
We are so glad you are back so let’s dive right in to today’s episode and don’t forget to sign up for the newsletter so you can be notified when Part 3 is released which will cover her last 4 takeaways.
In this episode, you will learn:
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In this episode, we recap five more takeaways from the Training Industry Conference and Expo 2023, including the important question of “Are we focused on the right people?”
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Takeaway #1 - It doesn’t matter if it’s fun. It matters if it’s relevant. This takeaway comes from the Learning as a Catalyst for Business growth session, put on by Litmos. Kyile Stair and Ryan Morris were the presenters and they walked us through an example of how learning can help business growth. [10:28]
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Heather dives into what this statement means and as a leader what your primary focus truly needs to be. She asks us, Are you looking to make it fun first or are you truly looking at whether it is relevant or not? [11:49]
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Takeaway #2 - Are we focused on the right people? This takeaway comes from a session called, How Learning Fitness Lifts People and Employees Up and Sets A Course To Success, presented by Justin Dile from SkillCycle [7:26]
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We dive into what an ever learning mindset is and how this can help a larger number of employees opposed to the common path of just focusing on the high potential employees in our organizations. [5:02]
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Takeaway #3 - Tell them it’s OK if it’s not perfect. This takeaway again comes from the session called, How Learning Fitness Lifts People and Employees Up and Sets A Course To Success, presented by Justin Dile from SkillCycle [7:41]
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Heather dives into what Justin said about the need to continually assess, adjust, and change implementation strategies. When we need to adjust and change it means something wasn’t right or ‘perfect’, so the need to tell other’s it is OK if it’s not perfect needs to be communicated more. [7:26]
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Join in on a bonus takeaway from Justin Dile’s session and participate in an activity lead by Heather. [8:28]
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Takeaway #4 - Design learning pathways in future state. This takeaway comes from a deep conversation with Brian from ACTIO Learning. He gave a presentation on Eight Proven Practices You Can Use To Create Personalized Learning Pathways. [15:01]
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Here we dive into the importance of designing from a future state opposed to a reactive state. What is your learner going to need in the future? What goals need to be set and accomplished in order to successfully predict what your client might need in the future. [16:16]
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Heather dives deep into what this looks like, how you can make simple changes when working in a predictive and future state and how changing your mindset will help. [17:35]
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Takeaway #5 - LEARNS: Links, Emotions, Attention, Reception, Novelty, Stories. This one comes from a session called Brain Friendly Learning: How To Use Neuroscience To Improve Training, led by Jackie Colbert from Syneos Health. [17:35]
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We dive into what each letter stands for and how LEARNS give you a guideline and roadmap that will improve the retention of knowledge from your trainings. [19:25]
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Heather wraps things up by sharing how leaders can use the concept of LEARNS when working with teams. [24:36]
Join us for this episode of Connect the Dots as we explore the critical role of unlocking the value of learning and development in business. Let's empower ourselves and others to make a lasting impact!
If you want to chat more about this topic, let’s continue this conversation over on Instagram.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
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Connect with me on Instagram here: @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast
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Check out the Youtube channel!
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Connect the Dots website!
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https://www.buymeacoffee.com/msheatherbdot
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Hello Connect the Dots community!
In our latest episode, titled "Unlocking the Value of Learning and Development in Business," we dive deep into the importance of individual and collective efforts in impacting learning and development within organizations. This is the first of a three part series. Heather highlights key insights and thought-provoking ideas that both leaders and individual contributors can apply to foster a culture of continuous growth and learning.
In this episode, we recap six takeaways from the Training Industry Conference and Expo 2023, including the necessity of personal development to help others succeed, understanding the business and its goals, and being adaptable in various learning modalities. We emphasize the importance of moving from reactive to proactive to predictive leadership to solve problems and avoid unnecessary reactive situations.
We also share insights from Training Industry Inc., an expert resource for learning professionals seeking best practices and innovative approaches in effective training. Their website, TrainingIndustry.com, offers a wealth of articles, infographics, and downloadable resources for learning and development professionals.
Learning and development lies at the center of the employee lifecycle, and it is crucial for companies to define what learning and development programs look like for their employees. Being proactive, predictive, flexible, and responsive to changing circumstances and learner needs are key factors in the success of these programs.
Throughout the episode, Heather shares personal experiences. She highlights both the difficulties and the importance of continuously developing their skills to better support others. We also explore how the understanding of the business and its goals is essential for success, regardless of one's position within an organization.
Lastly, we delve into the role of learning and development teams in onboarding and continuous training. We look at how these teams provide support during offboarding, ensuring a smooth transition for departing employees. Their ongoing involvement helps facilitate continued employee development, fostering a sense of retention and growth within the organization.
Join us for this episode of Connect the Dots as we explore the critical role of unlocking the value of learning and development in business. Let's empower ourselves and others to make a lasting impact!
If you want to chat more about this topic, let’s continue this conversation over on Instagram.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
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Check out Training Industry, Inc.
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TICE Takeaways Infographic
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Newsletter Sign-Up at thepolkadotdesk.substack.com!
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Connect with me on Instagram here: @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast
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Connect the Dots website!
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This episode is a really exciting one because we are welcoming in a guest that has made more of an impact on Heather’s journey than he probably knows or will ever know. Today we are talking to Dave Stachowiak (STA-HOE-VEE-AAK) the host and founder of Coaching for Leaders, a top-rated management podcast downloaded 30 million times. Coaching for Leaders is #1 search result for management on Apple Podcasts in the United States. With more than 15 years of leadership at Dale Carnegie and a thriving, global leadership academy, Dave helps leaders discover practical wisdom, build meaningful relationships, and create movement for genuine results. Dave and Heather go back
Dave is the founder of the Coaching for Leaders Academy, an exclusive, intensive leadership development cohort. An intimate group of participant leaders work personally with him to develop leadership excellence — and empower each other. His credentials include a doctoral degree in organizational leadership from Pepperdine University, several international business leadership awards from Dale Carnegie, and graduation from Coach U.
Like most people, he’s never had it all figured out. He's been passed up for promotions, failed at launching his first business, and still fights through an occasional fear of speaking to people.
If you want to chat more about this topic, I would love to continue this conversation with you, over on Instagram.
In this episode, you will learn:
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How and when Dave and Heather first met over 10 years ago. [3:38]
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How the Coaching for Leaders Academy taught Dave something that he never anticipated happening and how it was then the Coaching for Leaders podcast took off. [6:59]
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How a frustrating moment in Dave’s car started his desire to start his own podcast. [9:08]
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Daves time at Dale Carnegie and where he thought his career was going was the second and final piece that truly motivated him to start Coaching for Leaders [9:08]
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As a busy husband and new dad with a full time job at Dale Carnegie and teaching part time in the evenings Dave only had 2 hours a week to work on his podcast. He shares how this was actually a benefit to him and how it helped him not spiral into his perfectionist tendencies. [14:38]
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Dave shares how learning how to simply start and try has changed his entire mindset on how he had always done things previously and is now what he intentionally leans into it as a leader. [21:25]
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Dave and Heather talk about Dave’s personal journey on how as a new leader what you can do to get your message out in the beginning and connect with your audience. His 3 point strategy in the beginning was to 1) Air his show every week 2) Is the audio quality good? 3) Is it useful to people? These 3 points are still true in his business today and why they should be in yours too. [21:25]
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Dave shares how and why he wrote the article, How to Respond When People Are Talking Too Much, for his Coaching for Leadership Plus. [27:42]
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Dave and Heather share past experiences, tips, examples and advise on how to keep your virtual meetings on task when you have someone who just keeps talking. Dave dives into how when you always come back to the purpose of the meeting it will make it easier to keep everyone on track as the facilitator. [33:07]
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Dave shares how and why some meetings should simply be just for connecting, especially now in the virtual space. He shares a past experience back when he was working at Dale Carnegie and how this affected him and how he uses this strategy now. [37:22]
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As Dave and Heather wrap up their conversation they both share their takeaways from what they shared with each other today.
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
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Connect with Dave at CoachingforLeaders.com!
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Newsletter Sign-Up at thepolkadotdesk.substack.com!
Social Links:
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Connect with me on Instagram here: @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast
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Check out the Youtube channel!
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Connect the Dots website!
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https://www.buymeacoffee.com/msheatherbdot
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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*I do want to start with a quick disclaimer today. This episode may touch on mental health topics. I am not a doctor or certified mental health professional. If you are or someone you know is in crisis, please call 988 if you are in the US. If you are outside the US, there is a link in the below to a list of international options.
Are you trying to be a better leader, change industries, reset after a layoff, or looking for ways to bring your whole self to work? Have you recently or maybe are still going through an extremely challenging time in your life? Are you currently coping with loss and wondering how you can start celebrating the blessings you have in your life again? If any of these questions resonate with you then this episode is for you.
On today’s episode I will share where I have been for the past 131 days, what happened during that time and what 3 steps I found myself taking over and over which in the end showed me that I can now tackle any problem if I just follow these steps.
If you want to chat more about this topic, I would love to continue this conversation with you, over on Instagram.
In this episode, you will learn:
Where I was and what exactly happened since you last heard from me 131 days ago.
How the tragedies I experienced affected me and what I did to get myself through the hard times.
Who we lost and then ultimately who we welcomed into our family.
The 3 steps that ultimately showed me that I can tackle a
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Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
Crisis Hotline - International Information: https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/11181469
Definition of Resilience: https://www.apa.org/topics/resilience
HireMe Podcast:hiremepodcast.com
Social Links:
Connect with me on Instagram here: @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcastCheck out the Youtube channel!
Connect the Dots website!
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/msheatherbdot
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Over the past week, I have seen such an outpouring of recognition, both personally and across the posts on LinkedIn. It has made me think about the importance of showing recognition in the moment in and out of the workplace. Today I’m diving in on why it is so important and giving some recognition of my own.
After you listen, accept my challenge to recognize someone you work with and someone outside of work today. Head over to any of my social media and let me know if you accept and complete the challenge.
recognition #3questions #noregrets #opentowork #amazon #amazonlayoffs #layoffs #laidoff #myjourney #podcast #connectthedots
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Social Links
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NEW Youtube channel!
NEW Website!
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Reference:
Why Employee Recognition is Important: https://www.apollotechnical.com/why-employee-recognition-is-important/
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No man really becomes a fool until he stops asking questions.
- Charles P. Steinmetz
When I met with my mentor yesterday, she had me answer 3 questions about the lay off situation. These questions really made me stop and think so I wanted to put them out there for you. Asking ourselves questions helps us process through the feelings.
But these questions aren’t just for those that were laid off. Maybe you are one of the people that got to stay, which is not always an easy place to be. Ask yourself these questions too.
In recording the podcast, I decided to add a bonus question for points and cookies to help us start moving forward.
*Please note that points and cookies will not actually be awarded. 😉
3 Reflection Questions
- What is the best thing that has comes from it so far?
- What is the most shocking thing so far?
- What is the worst thing so far?
Bonus: What is one thing you will take away from this experience and use in the next chapter.
I’d love to hear your answers so feel free to connect with me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or YouTube.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Social Links
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NEW Youtube channel!
NEW Website!
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3questions #noregrets #opentowork #amazon #amazonlayoffs #layoffs #laidoff #myjourney #podcast #connectthedots
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It’s Day 1 of this new world where my job is to job hunt. Oh the life of a layoffee...
Since I left Apple for Amazon in November 2021, I have been asked if I regret the move more times than I can count. So sitting here now, the day after the layoff, I wanted to answer this question again. Do I have regrets about the move I made? The answer is no. I now get to take my knowledge and skills to a new place where I can continue to inspire others and grow my skills.
Sadness does not last forever when we walk in the
direction of that which we always desired.
- Paulo Coelho
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Social Links
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NEW Youtube channel!
NEW Website!
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opentowork #amazon #amazonlayoffs #layoffs #laidoff #myjourney #podcast #connectthedots
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Well now...here we are... together again. It's Season 4 of the podcast and this season is all about bringing all of you to work. I will say I had a different plan to start this season but it seems I have more time on my hands now. Today I was laid off from my job. Ouch. Me and thousands of others were impacted by the layoffs at Amazon. I'm hurt, confused, sad, angry....all the feelings. So let's do this together. Come along on my journey as I navigate this new space and let's connect the dots together.
My heart goes out to all those from Amazon and other companies that have been affected by the recent layoffs. Sending you all love and peace!
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Social Links
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NEW Youtube channel!
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https://www.buymeacoffee.com/msheatherbdot - 50/50 Charity Donation Drive happening now!!
opentowork #amazon #layoffs #laidoff #myjourney #podcast #connectthedots
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Hey All! I just wanted to check in and let you know what’s been going on since I haven’t released a podcast in the past month. All is well. I’m just working through some things that I committed to. I’ll be back soon. I promise.
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Disclaimer: This video/podcast contains explicit language and covers topics that might cause you to use explicit language too. I might hurt some feelings and make folks mad. These are my own thoughts and opinions and do not reflect the views of my employer/previous employers. I am not a financial advisor, certified coach, or medical professional. Just wanted to make sure you knew these things upfront today.
Now to the show...
Today I’m drinking wine and talking through student loan forgiveness. I lay out the basics of what student loans are, the different types of loans, the calculators, etc etc. Then I talk through my journey. Then we cover the Student Loan Forgiveness information that was released on August 24, 2022. I go through some articles and finally...I review some of the posts that made me...fiesty.
This is a 2.5 hour episode so grab your beverage of choice and chill or listen while you the chores you hate. I’m happy to keep you company either way.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Social Links
@msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast
NEW Youtube channel!
NEW Website!
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/msheatherbdot - 50/50 Charity Donation Drive happening now!!
podcast #studentloan #studentloans #studentloandebt #studentloanssuck #studentloanrelief #studentloanrepayment #studentloanproblems #studentloanfreedom #studentloanpayoff #myjourney #winewithme #connectthedots
Source Links
Federal Loan Programs PDF
Prepare for College Checklists
Repayment plans
USF Cost of Attendance Calculator
Interest Capitalization
Loan Interest Calculator
Student Loan Calculator
Student Loan Relief Plan
Stalling Dreams
More Targeted Approach
NPR - Examining 3 arguments
30 of the Best Reactions to Biden Canceling Student Loan Debt
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After almost 3 years, Christa and I finally got to sit down for a conversation. We met at Blissdom in late 2019 and I was instantly drawn to her passion for helping others. She is a project manager by trade, then was called by God to help His girls. Christa started to volunteer with Proverbs 31, using her project management skills to help them grow. Over the years, she has continued to work in the corporate world and build her business. Christa shares how God has lead her through all the twists and turns of stepping into her calling. Doanewthing.com is the go to spot to see Christa’s book, journal, podcast, and mastermind.
Find Christa Online!
IG: @doanewthing https://www.instagram.com/doanewthing/
Website: https://doanewthing.com
Podcast - Just One Simple Thing w/Christa Hutchins https://doanewthing.com/podcast/
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Social Links
@msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast
NEW Youtube channel!
NEW Website!
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podcast #connectthedots #doanewthing #christahutchins #justonesimplething
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After seeing so many people online recommend the book, “How to keep house while drowning” by KC Davis, LPC, I decided to pick it up and read it. I really enjoyed her approach to cleaning and organizing. I had a lot of things marked in the book to mention but did not get through them all. I definitely recommend picking up this book physically or e-book style.
You can find KC Davis online at https://www.strugglecare.com.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Today’s episode is all about nothing. I mean it’s not dead air, but I just had some fun talking about the random things going on in my life. It’s just some unscripted fun catch up from the last few weeks. I cover mocktails, sunscreen, the account that might make me get TikTok, and more randomness. Come along for laughs and fun!
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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On today’s podcast, I welcome Martha Arrington. She is a painter, a certified zentangle instructor, educator, and amazing human. I met Martha on Instagram awhile back and instantly became a fan of her work. It’s truly beautiful and unique, just like Martha. Through our conversations over DMs, I knew that I wanted to learn more about her story and her take on creativity. I hope you enjoy this creative conversation.
Find Martha online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marthaarringtonart/
Website: https://www.marthaarringtonart.com
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Photo Credit for Martha’s image: https://www.instagram.com/drakewhite/
podcast #connectthedots #creativity #creatives #zentangle #martharringtonart
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Masking. When I started to research ADHD, this was a term that came up quite a bit. Masking “involves hiding symptoms or overcompensating for them. When you mask ADHD, you try to act like you do not have the condition” (PsychCentral). I knew that I had some masking tendencies but it’s a journey to start identifying what is and isn’t a mask.
In this episode, I am covering information about what masking is, examples of masking, consequences of masking, and some helpful steps to accept yourself - neurodiversity and all.
Articles:
https://psychcentral.com/adhd/adhd-masking#effects
https://www.additudemag.com/high-iq-and-adhd-high-functioning/
https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-adhd-masking-5200863
https://medium.com/invisible-illness/i-was-masking-for-so-long-i-lost-myself-4be35fe2cd35
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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podcast #connectthedots #masking #adhd #neurodiversity #neurodivergent
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This is part 2 of the “Reversing the Rachel Hollis effect - Deconstructing Toxic Positivity” podcast set. I am sharing a few YouTube videos that help explain the concept more and offer insight on how to overcome it. When it comes to things like this, we have to own the mistakes and wrong doings from our past. This is where we grow. These deep thoughts episodes were a big step in my journey. I hope you have learned and enjoyed them as well.
Here are all the links I mentioned and sourced for today’s episode:
Part 1 of the Series: https://www.podpage.com/connect-the-dots/s3e10
Toxic Positivity: The Reality of Suppressing Emotions - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_6N9pnj5Ek
The Reality of Toxic Positivity, Ella Lombardo, Tedx Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_2dKgXChMc&t=298s
How Toxic Positivity Leads to More Suffering - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EOj2Z7hw5w
The Dark Side of Positive Vibes - https://thepsychologygroup.com/toxic-positivity/
Big Thanks to these YouTubers for their insights and willingness to speak on the subject!
Heather the Lawyer: https://www.youtube.com/c/HeathertheLawyer
Relatable AF Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/RelatableAFPodcast
Keya’s World: https://www.youtube.com/c/KeyasWorld
Camelia Cazan: https://www.youtube.com/c/Camelia_Cazan
Cringe-Fluencers: https://www.youtube.com/c/CringeFluencers
Savy Writes Books: https://www.youtube.com/c/SAVYLEISER
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Heather
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Toxic positivity is something that I had not really heard of until the last year or two. But it’s something I am extremely familiar with. For me, Rachel Hollis was the influencer that pulled me into this way of thinking and being. Positivity on it’s own is not a bad emotion and it’s one of my personal favorites. When it starts masking the real emotions and your aren’t able to feel those or feel like they aren’t valid, that is where the problem lies.
This podcast is part 1 of 2. Here I am reviewing my personal past and sharing a video book review I did back in 2018. This will help set us up for part 2 where we go deeper into toxic positivity and how we can overcome it.
Links & References
Podcast on Burnout: https://www.podpage.com/connect-the-dots/badges-we-carry-burnout-perfectionism-workaholism/
Podcast on Bored and Brilliant: https://www.podpage.com/connect-the-dots/day-26-bored-and-brilliant/
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Heather
Social Links
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podcast #connectthedots #toxicpositivity #rachelhollis #deconstructing #emotions #positivity
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Finding harmony between work and life is hard. This week we are navigating the workplace as we talk about work/life harmony. So what’s that all about. When people talk about work/life balance that brings up this image of the scales of justice. Balancing your time between the two is just not possible, you would be working 84 hours a week. that’s a hard pass for me. But when you can get into a cycle or flow between the two...that’s where you can find harmony.
Links Mentioned
Creative CEO Podcast: https://creativeceo.co/podcast/work-life-harmony
Maryville University Article: https://online.maryville.edu/blog/work-life-balance-vs-harmony/#:~:text=Work%2Dlife%20harmony%20involves%20incorporating,idea%20of%20work%2Dlife%20harmony.
HBR Article: https://hbr.org/2021/01/work-life-balance-is-a-cycle-not-an-achievement
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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You know those people that you see online and you are drawn into their story because it’s powerful. Maybe it’s a story of change or survival or triumph. That’s what Michael Rix did when I first started following him on Instagram. Through the strings of his banjo and the words of his book, he has been able to share his story of going from cult to country.
I reached out to him a couple months ago and asked if he would come on the podcast to share his story. Thankfully he said yes and today I am sharing our conversation. There is power in telling your story and Michael is a great example of that.
I hope you enjoy this conversation. Let me know your takeways in the comments!
Links Referenced:
app.michaelrix.com
Tiktok.com/@iammichaelrix
http://bit.do/FromCultToCountryBook
https://warriorrounds.com
https://www.map.org/michaelricks
https://www.fromdarknesstosight.com
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Heather
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podcast #connectthedots #season3 #episode8 #interview #michaelrix #culttocountry #tellyourstory #mentalhealthawareness #breakthesigma #countrymusic #banjo
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It’s the second week of the month so we are talking about neurodiversity. Today, I’m going through an update on my neurodiversity journey. I am still at the beginning stages of my journey and there is a lot to learn. I want these types of conversations to be helpful to anyone else who may be going through something similar. It’s important to know that you are not alone in this.
Links Referenced:
- https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-testing-diagnosis-guide/
- https://exceptionalindividuals.com/neurodiversity/what-is-adhd/
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adult-adhd/symptoms-causes/syc-20350878
- http://images.pearsonclinical.com/images/assets/basc-3/basc3resources/DSM5_DiagnosticCriteria_ADHD.pdf
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Heather
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Recently I watched “The Dropout” docuseries on Hulu, which is about Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos. So many questions came to mind as I watched this story. But the one that kept nagging at me was focused on the impact Elizabeth Holmes had for the women that come after her. On today’s podcast I set out to review this story and analyze the impact she had or has in come cases. Then I wanted to make sure we took away some lessons learned from this situation. I hope you enjoy this deep thoughts episode.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Referenced Links:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_Holmes
https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/elizabeth-holmes-theranos-documentaries-podcasts-48727502
https://www.cnbc.com/live-tv/american-greed/full-episode/theranos-ceo-on-trial/1992069187839
https://www.verywellhealth.com/freestyle-libre-a-glucose-meter-without-a-finger-prick-4154266
https://to.nutrisense.io/?g_acctid=195-120-5766&g_adgroupid=&g_adid=&g_adtype=none&g_campaign=performance_max_tcpa&g_campaignid=15317145341&g_keyword=&g_keywordid=&g_network=x&utm_adgroup=&utm_adpos=&utm_campaign=&utm_keyword=&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&gclid=CjwKCAjwkMeUBhBuEiwA4hpqEMzNHZdjo5kq7HS80JlpnI0k3SRzUZ4owbK3UPyBAtn2Ih13bgZGFxoC810QAvD_BwE
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ian_Gibbons_(biochemist)
https://www.businessinsider.com/stanford-professor-phyllis-gardner-on-theranos-and-elizabeth-holmes-2019-3
https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Blood-Secrets-Silicon-Startup/dp/152473165X
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Today I’m going to dive a little deeper into a topic that was brought up in episode 74 of the 100 days of podcasts. When I talked about burnout and I made the comment that I had turned in that badge. This got me thinking about what other badges we carry in regards to the workplace and which ones we need to turn in. I’m going to talk about 3 badges we need to turn in, burnout, perfectionism, and workaholism.
Burnout Badge
Definition of Burnout: https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/burnout-symptoms-signs
Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/burnout
Perfectionism Badge
10 Signs: https://www.verywellmind.com/signs-you-may-be-a-perfectionist-3145233
How to manage: https://hbr.org/2019/04/how-to-manage-your-perfectionism
Workaholic Badge
What is a workaholic: https://www.apa.org/science/about/psa/2016/04/workaholism
7 Signs You May be a Workaholic: https://www.forbes.com/sites/amymorin/2014/09/18/7-signs-you-may-be-a-workaholic/?sh=7f8add5470d7
How to Cure your Workaholism: https://www.inc.com/lolly-daskal/how-to-cure-your-workaholic-addiction.html
Workaholics Anonymous: https://workaholics-anonymous.org
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Heather
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On today’s episode I’m welcoming one of my dearest friends. Lori and I became friends while working at Apple together. We both left the company last year but get together for coffee or cocktails a couple times a month. One of the things we realized in leaving our last company was that we both had forgotten our worth. We wanted to bring that conversation to you. I hope you enjoy this chat.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Check out Lori's new venture: https://www.instagram.com/lightforgeemporium/
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In one of the last episodes of the 100 Day Challenge, I talked about imposter syndrome. More specifically, I asked if men suffered from imposter syndrome and if they did, do they talk about it. Whenever imposter syndrome comes up in, it seems to be focused on women and how we deal with it. My friend, Tim, raised his hand and said he would love to talk about imposter syndrome with me. We had a really great conversation on imposter syndrome, perfection, and being open about those feelings.
I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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It’s the second Thursday of the month so we are talking neurodiversity. Since this is the first one, we are going to start with the history of Neurodiversity. In doing the research for this episode, I found some good information but also some missing information. As I continue to learn and understand more about neurodiversity, I’ll share with you in upcoming episodes.
If you haven’t listened to the neurodiversity episodes from the 100 Days of Podcasts, they are linked below.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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BreakTheStigma #podcast #connectthedots #season3episode2 #neurodiversity #mentalhealthawareness
Links:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurodiversity
https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/1998/09/neurodiversity/305909/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-elusive-brain/202004/neurodiversity-the-movement
https://neuroqueer.com
https://www.neurodiversitynetwork.net
https://adaa.org/mental-health-awareness-month
https://adaa.org/learn-from-us/from-the-experts/blog-posts/consumer/7-ways-seek-therapy-without-breaking-bank
Previous Podcasts on Neurodiversity
Day 71: https://www.podpage.com/connect-the-dots/s2e71
Day 72: https://www.podpage.com/connect-the-dots/day-72-divergent-mind-part-1/
Day 73: https://www.podpage.com/connect-the-dots/day-73-divergent-mind-part-2/
Day 76: https://www.podpage.com/connect-the-dots/day-76-divergent-mind-part-3/
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I recently read the book, How to be a Human by Ruby Wax. There were a good bit of things that made me go, "What???" so I had to dig a little deeper to understand Ruby and the background behind the book.
Join me as I talk through my thoughts on the book and Ruby.
Links Referenced:
https://www.rubywax.net
https://www.newstatesman.com/uncategorized/2011/01/mental-illness-life-vote-wax
https://highprofiles.info/interview/ruby-wax/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/mindfulness
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
Social Links
@msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast
NEW Youtube channel!!!
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It's the last day of the 100 day challenge. Can you believe it? I would say I'm speechless but then you wouldn't have a podcast to listen to. LOL! Today we are celebrating the accomplishment of 100 days of podcasts and talking about what to do after you accomplish a big goal.
Links from today's podcast:
Sportscaster?
Point of Completion
Why you might feel empty after reaching a huge goal
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Heather
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thepolkadotdesk.com
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One more day...I am so incredibility proud of myself for this. Today I actually attended a workshop called "I am remarkable." This workshop is focused on helping you learn how to self-promote. It's something I definitely struggle with. Take al listen to the podcast and check out the link below. I'll see you tomorrow for Day 100.
https://iamremarkable.withgoogle.com
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Heather
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If you want to know what I'll be covering in the months to come, listen up! I've spilling all the beans today so you can get excited about what's coming up.
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Heather
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Today I'm just sending out well wishes to you as you go about your weekend. Happy Easter!
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Heather
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Today we are talking through the plan for what happens next after the 100 days is over. I'm covering the new day for the podcast and the date it will start.
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Heather
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Doing a TED talk is on my bucket list so today we are going to google and find out how I can do that. :)
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Heather
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Today we walk through my website together. It's a mess. Goodness me! If you know someone that is good at websites, please send me a DM on Instagram with their information. I need some help!
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Today I'm running down the list of individuals that I would like to interview on the podcast. It's a semi-long list but I think I can make this happen. 😉
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Heather
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Today we are doing a little breakdown of the topics covered and some feedback I got from yesterday's question.
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Heather
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As we start to wind down the 100 days of podcasts, I need your help in figuring out the next steps. I have 5 questions for you (see below). Please got find my post from 4/10/22 on IG and you can comment back or DM me with your answers. I want to make the next version of this podcast the best it can be for you.
Here is what I want to know from you:
Question 1: What day of the week should I post? Monday, Wednesday, or You don’t care just make sure to post.
Question 2: If I do seasons, would you like each season to be focused on a category or just a mix of topics?
Question 3: Interviews. Who should I try to interview? We will talk through my picks and your answers on Day 93.
Question 4: Production value. Bring back the music/better production for main shows or You don’t care just make sure to post.
Question 5: Topics. Obviously this 100 days has covered a lot of topics. We will recap them on Day 92, but I want to know which ones you liked the best. Here is the list:
- Quotes
- Book Reviews
- Deep Thoughts like Perfectionism and Shame
- Music
- Movies/TV
- Travel
- Neurodiversity
- Navigating the workplace topics (time away, burnout, work/life harmony)
I am looking forward to shaping the future of the podcast with you.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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I'm a huge fan of "American's Government Teacher" on Instagram. Sharon does such a great job of making government, politics, and news very easy to understand. Check her out!
@sharonsaysso
Website
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Here are 2 of the accounts I follow that never cease to make me smile and laugh.
Chunk the Groundhog
OMGItsWicks
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I have been following Sarah on and off for a long time. I recently started following her again on my @msheatherbdot account and I'm so glad I did. She spreads joy, body positivity, and real life. I'm thankful for her in my feed.
@thebirdspapaya
Website
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Today I'm sharing one of my favorite longe form podcasters, Kate Kennedy. She has such a good way of deep diving and explaining things. Really enjoy her take on things. Check her out!
@bethereinfive
bethereinfive.com
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Heather
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Today I'm talking about one of my favorite interior designers on the gram. Carmeon has inspired me in so many ways. I am thankful for everything she brings to this world from her designs to her style to her love of people. Check her out!
Website
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Heather
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Today I'm talking about 2 of my favorite ladies on IG and their podcast. Here are all the links....
Jenny Randle
Candace Payne
Shut the Should Up podcast
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Heather
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Today I'm getting ready to start watching Season 2 of Get Organized with The Home Edit so I figured I would chat about these awesome ladies. The Home Edit really became a house hold name for me after Season 1 of Get Organized came out on Netflix. I am a big fan of how they organize and their aesthetic. Check out the links below.
The Home Edit website
@thehomeedit IG
My favorite pen
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Today we are talking finances. I have 2 accounts that follow currently that have helped me shape up my budget and learn more about money. Check them out at the links below:
The Budget Mom IG
The Budget Mom website
The Financial Diet IG
The Financial Diet website
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Heather
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Carlos is one of my favorite people on Instagram. His content is funny, informative, and thought provoking. If you haven't followed him, go do it. Also go listen to the Human Hope podcast.
https://carloswhittaker.com
https://carloswhittaker.com/podcast/
https://www.instagram.com/loswhit/
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Heather
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Jessica McCabe is one of my favorite people/accounts to follow on Youtube. She runs the website and channel How to ADHD. She give wonderful insight on living with ADHD. Check her out at the links below.
HowtoADHD.com
YouTube Channel
Tedx Talk
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Heather
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Here's what I'm reading. What are you reading? Let me know on the socials.
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How to be Human: A Manual
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The Diversity Gap
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Change
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Crucial Conversations
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Me, Myself, and Lies
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Heather
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It's my anniversary! But that's not what today's podcast is about. I'm talking about ways to get creative. How do you get creative? Do you paint? sing? garden? Let me know over on the socials!
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Let's talk about your vacation time. Are you maxed out? Have you stopped accruing time? If so, take some time off!! It's for your mental health, physical health, and to help you be a better employee. It's not a badge of honor to be maxed out on vacation time.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Let's talk about your awesomeness today! Do you know you are awesome? Do you read your resume and think "I'm a bad ass?" Well either way, take a listen to today's episode to learn more about how my perspective changed when I had my resume written by a resume writer from Fiverr.
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Heather
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We are continuing the conversation about the book, Divergent Mind. I am really enjoying diving back into this book and giving you some of the insights I am learning.
Find the book here.
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Heather
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Just a short message to say Happy Friday.
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I saw this point on LinkedIn the other day and it said:
We NEED to stop glamourising overworking. Please.
The absence of sleep, good diet, exercise, relaxation, and time with friends and family isn't something to be applauded.
Too many people wear their burnout as a badge of honour. And it needs to change.
I have thoughts about this from a personal view and as a leader. So I got out my soapbox...there's your warning that I get a little feisty.
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Heather
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We are continuing the conversation about the book, Divergent Mind. I am really enjoying diving back into this book and giving you some of the insights I am learning.
Find the book here.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Hello Everyone!
Today I am starting a review of the book, Divergent Mind: Thriving in a world that wasn't designed for you. I am talking about why the topic of neurodiversity is very top of mind of me currently. Hopefully you are ready to come on this journey with me.
Find the book here.
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Heather
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We are starting a new topic set today. I am going to talk about a few topics I have been learning more and more about recently. Today we are talking about neurodiversity.
Here is the article I referenced in the show: https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/features/what-is-neurodiversity
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Heather
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Since I'm going on a trip next week, I thought it would be good to see if my packing tips line up with some I found on the internet. I reviewed the article below and gave my commentary.
https://www.self.com/story/packing-tips
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Heather
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Today's podcast was totally inspired by a quote I heard on another podcast this morning. I love to travel and make memories with friends. If it weren't for them, I don't know that I would honestly go anywhere. I talked about how traveling can help your health too.
Article I referenced: https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/yoga-wellness/ways-travel-is-good-for-your-health
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Heather
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There are always places that we want to go back and visit so today I'm talking about 5 of mine.
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Heather
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Today is a long one as I am talking through my trip to Italy. I am extremely blessed to have been able to have this type of trip with a great friend.
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Heather
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We are talking about our favorite sandy beaches today!
Jay’s Favorites
https://www.vinow.com/stt/stt-b/brewers-bay/
https://www.aruba.com/us/explore/eagle-beach
Heather’s Favorites
https://www.gotobermuda.com/article/tobacco-bay-beach-slice-paradise-st-georges
https://www.royalpalmisland.com
https://www.visittci.com/grand-turk/pillory-beach
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Heather
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Today I'm talk about the 4 reasons I love to cruise. I've been on 17 cruises since 2006 so it's safe to say I'm a fan.
You can find my food and travel blog here: itsasaltylife.com / @saltylifefft
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Heather
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Today we are talking my travel plans coming out of Covid. I'm excited to get back to planning bigger trips and different countries.
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Heather
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Today, I'm giving a recap of where we traveled during Covid and what it was like.
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Heather
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Today we are recapping our last trip pre-covid that happened just 2 weeks before everything shut down!
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Heather
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Today is short and sweet! Just giving you a quick rundown of what's to come over the next 9 episodes. See you tomorrow for more.
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Heather
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Today, I'm reminiscing over some of my favorite TV Shows. There seems to be a theme...detective shows are my favorite. Come laugh along with me.
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Heather
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Spending a little time talking about what's on my DVR and why I like it. Hope you enjoy!
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Heather
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Reviewing some of my favorite musicals from 2000 til now.
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Where did my love of musicals start? I absolutely give my Grandmother 100% credit for this.
I do sing a little bit in the episode. Apologies in advance for that. I just couldn't help it.
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Heather
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This movie has such a great cast, great story lines, and great music. It's definitely my favorite movie. The opening monologue from Hugh Grant's character says, "Whenever I get gloomy with the state of the world, I think about the arrivals gate at Heathrow Airport. General opinion's starting to make out that we live in a world of hatred and greed, but I don't see that. It seems to me that love is everywhere. Often it's not particularly dignified or newsworthy, but it's always there – fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, husbands and wives, boyfriends, girlfriends, old friends. When the planes hit the Twin Towers, as far as I know none of the phone calls from the people on board were messages of hate or revenge – they were all messages of love. If you look for it, I've got a sneaky feeling you'll find that love actually is all around." Such a timeless message that we need.
Enjoy my rambling of love for this film!
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Heather
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Recapping one of my favorite movies with Jay.
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Quick debrief of how I reset my mind after traveling and working remotely.
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A few weeks ago I gave my first talk ever. It wasn’t about career or talent though. It was about my journey through chronic pain with migraines. I am sharing this story today on the podcast. I want you to know if you deal with anything similar, I see you and I understand.
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Today I’m taking 2 minutes to offer up some encouragement to my friends. ❤️
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Today it’s random thoughts and inside jokes. Come and learn about my favorite old man drink.
Laughter, Love and Blessings, Heather
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Listen in to hear my rambles about the music that brought Jay and I together. Jay even chimes in a bit. Come reminisce with us and have a laugh.
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Heather
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I discovered Ryan's music at the end of 2021. His voice is beautiful and the words God has given him to share with the world are too. I didn't know much about his background until today when we read through it. God has big plans for him. I just know it.
Official Website: https://www.ryanellismusic.com
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Heather
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You know there is just some music that makes you smile, dance, and groove...well Postmodern Jukebox definitely makes me do all three.
Official Website: https://postmodernjukebox.com
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Postmodern_Jukebox
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCORIeT1hk6tYBuntEXsguLg
Bonus - Wayne Brady Thriller: https://youtu.be/td-_pUPVjdo
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Heather
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Today we are pausing on our music theme to pray for Ukraine. Join me as we pray.
Link to Prayer: https://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/news-and-events/news/2022/articles/a-prayer-for-ukraine
Love and Blessings, Heather
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Today I'm gushing about my all time favorite band, Train. Been a fan since I heard "Meet Virginia" on 107.7 The X out of Birmingham, AL. I do sing a little in this episode so apologizes in advance. I just can't help it. I love their music!
Here's the link where I was getting all my dates and such from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Train_(band)
Here is the Live from Daryl's House episode: https://www.livefromdarylshouse.com/currentep.html?ep_id=46
Hope you enjoy this little trip down memory lane with me.
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Heather
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If you are a fan of real and raw music, then I highly recommend The Marfa Tapes with Miranda Lambert, Jack Ingram, and John Randall. the documentary on Paramount+ is great and the album is phenomenal.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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We are reviewing the works of Ed Sheehan today. I had forgotten how much I really enjoyed his music. Come along and review his musical journey with me.
Links I mentioned:
Perfect w/Andrea Bocelli Video: https://youtu.be/eiDiKwbGfIY
BLOW Music Video: https://youtu.be/s93NCuXt7x4
Ed Sheeran’s Website: https://www.edsheeran.com
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Today, I'm sending out an apology to Taylor Swift. I definitely had a poor opinion of her when she started out in country music. But as she has grown and changed, so have I. I would now consider myself a fan and have a huge respect for what she does.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Today I'm sharing another worship song that has been on repeat since it came out in March 2021. "Jireh" from Elevation Worship and Maverick City Music has a beautiful message and reminder for us.
Jireh on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mC-zw0zCCtg
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Heather
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We are starting the 10 episodes of music. So excited to be at this section of the 100 episodes! Today, I'm talking about one of my favorite worship songs, Voice of God by Dante Bowe (Feat. Steffany Gretzinger and Chandler Moore). This episode is a bit longer but I wanted to share my heart and how I relate to the song.
Link to YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/hP5u4BUcq_U
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Heather
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Welcome to late night rambles with me. Tonight in our last deep thoughts episode I'm talking about some of the influencers on Instagram that I have questions about. Join me as I ponder the backstory of a couple business influencers.
Also, if you ever wanted to stay up late and hear my random thoughts...this is the episode for you.
Laughter, Love, and Blessings,
Heather
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Today I'm sharing thoughts that have come up since revisiting the concept of cognitive dissonance. I shared information from Brene Brown's book, Atlas of the Heart, and an article from PsychologyToday.com.
Atlas of the Heart: https://brenebrown.com/book/atlas-of-the-heart/
PsychologyToday article: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/cognitive-dissonance
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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What do you think about when you hear the term "high standards"? Today I'm diving into the fine line of high standards vs toxic work environment. I shared a good bit from Anja Ferk's article from Jan 2020 (link below). This is definitely a subject I want to break down more in the future with more research and a longer episode.
Anja's article: https://medium.com/@ferk.anja/too-high-standards-in-the-workplace-2e7b79c2c68b
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Are you searching for a balance of work and life? Guess what! Me too! Let's transition that phrase to work/life harmony. Come on the journey with me as we discuss the ebb and flow of our lives.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Working from home is way more common than it used to be. However, for some folks, there are still some challenges. Today I'm giving some advice on working from home that has helped me over the years.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Do you who know Rachel and Dave Hollis are? I was a big fan of theirs for a few years. Back in June of 2020, they announced their divorce. There has been so much coverage of their split and the drama that has come since. I linked some YouTube accounts below that I follow and they have covered all the "tea."
Today I'm talking about some of the lessons I have learned from all the drama of the Hollis family.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Hollis Commentators that I follow:
Savy: https://www.youtube.com/c/SAVYLEISER
Camelia: https://www.youtube.com/c/Camelia_Cazan
Keya: https://www.youtube.com/c/KeyasWorld
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Please know that today's episode discusses a situation of sexually harassment/assault. If this is a subject that is difficult for you to listen to, I would encourage you to skip today's podcast.
Shame is a hard topic. Brene' Brown has done so much research on this topic so I have pulled information from her books for today. Both Dare to Lead and Atlas of the Heart give great insight on this topic.
Check out Brene's books, Dare to Lead and Atlas of the Heart on her website or wherever books are sold.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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I'll be honest I didn't realize until I started recording this episode how fired up I would get. This episode is a bit longer but it's a subject close to my heart. I am a recovering perfectionist. But if you are striving for that perfect 10, you will end up missing out on all that comes after 10.
Brene' Brown says, "Healthy striving is self-focused: How can I improve? Perfectionism is other-focused: What will people think?"
I am going to put that on a card and set it on my desk so I can read it every day. I have to remind myself how to have the healthy striving mindset daily.
Check out Brene's books, Dare to Lead and Atlas of the Heart on her website or wherever books are sold.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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A year and a half ago, we moved to FL. While I didn't have to change jobs since I was a remote employee already, Jay did. Jay left his steady paycheck to continue pursuing the one thing he loves so much, music. We had a conversation about the process he went through to get back into music full time.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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It's the first day of deep thoughts and I'm talking about finding your worth. I have really learned a lot about myself over the last 3 months. Today I'm sharing 4 things that have helped me find my worth and build my confidence.
Come over and let me know on IG if you have ever felt like I have or if you are currently going through something similar. Let's come together and support each other as we find our worth.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Uninvited: Living Loved When You Feel Less Than, Left Out, and Lonely by Lisa TerKeurst was such a breath of encouragement for me. Such timely words for us as we can all feel like this. She shares wisdom from her story and the Bible.
Check her out here: https://lysaterkeurst.com
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Tim McGraw's book, Grit & Grace, came out in November 2019. I picked it up and finally read it in 2021. There are a few things I wanted to share with you from this book. Take a listen and see what you think.
Also, the book is currently on sale on Amazon (as of 2/7/22) for $10 if you want to grab it.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Today I'm reviewing and sharing my takeaways from Emily Ley's book, Growing Boldly. This was such a wonderful, uplifting book.
You can see her products and books on www.emilyley.com.
I hope you enjoy hearing my insights.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Today's podcast goes back over some of the highlights of 2 devotionals from Jenny Randle. Getting to Know God's Voice and Dream Come True came out in 2020 and 2021.
Check out Jenny online: https://www.jennyrandle.com IG:@Jenny.randle
You can go back and hear my conversation with her from April 2020 in Episode 17.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Being bored is not overrated. Manoush Zomorodi's book, "Bored and Brilliant," gives us a great look at why being bored can be a catalyst to creativity. She challenged the listeners of her podcast to 7 days of technology challenges. Maybe we should say anti-technology challenges.
Really insightful challenges to help us disconnect from the tech and reconnect with being bored and brilliant.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Alright, Alright, Alright.
Today's episode is short and sweet. I'm talking about the book, Greenlights, by Matthew McConaughey.
I do have a favor to ask though. If you listen today, will you please share the podcast with someone or on social media? I would greatly appreciate it.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Do you know who Mel Robbins is? Cause she is everywhere!
I have been a follower and fan of hers for sometime now. I finally got her books on Audible last year. Really encouraging but also really...real.
Here's the link to her website where you can get all the info: https://melrobbins.com
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Definitely had some interesting thoughts about Jordan Lee Dooley's book, Own Your Everyday. Not bad thoughts, just reflective on how a book written in 2019 then read in 2021 was received in a completely different way based on the events of the past 2 years.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Jumping into Brene' Brown's book, Dare to Lead today on the podcast. So many takeaways that I'm going to actually do a couple deeper thoughts episodes between episodes 31 and 40.
Here is the link to the empathy video I mentioned: https://youtu.be/1Evwgu369Jw
Hope you are inspired and enjoy!
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Hello and Welcome Back!
These next 10 episodes will focus on takeaways from some of the books I read last year. First up is Enter Wild by Carlos Whittaker. I cover the 3 major takeaways in today's episode.
Below are some verses I reference in the podcast:
- Galatians 3:13-14
- Deuteronomy 28:1-14
- 2 Corinthians 8:9
- Isaiah 53:5-6
- John 10:10
- Psalm 119:25
- Psalm 37:4
- Luke 6:38
- 2 Corinthians 9:6-12
- Philippians 4:19
- Psalm 23:1-2
- Psalm 35:27
You can find Carlos on Instagram @loswhit and listen to his podcast, Human Hope.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Daily Kairos posted this on their IG account and I'm 100% in need of this reminder everyday.
"Your purpose is to know and be known by God."
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Breathe in the hope!
There is hope in the air again. Lift your head from your phone and have vision for your life once more. - Brendon Burchard
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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God can’t stop loving. It’s who He is.
- Krista Willams
God is love. He loves you more than you know. His arms are open for you to receive His love. Today and everyday may we never forget.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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What a reminder...
If you can’t do anything about it then let it go. Don’t be a prisoner to things you can’t change.
- Tony Gaskins
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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This is a quote I see on a daily basis and it's one of my favorites.
"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit." - Aristotle
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Short and sweet for this Monday episode.
"Life is meant for good friends and great adventures."
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Today's episode is just a bit longer and I hope the message comes through the way I intended. Here's the quote:
"Don’t fear being the only woman at the table. It’s not ideal, but too often it’s a reality. Take your seat and own it." - Melinda Welsh
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Emily Ley said, "You have the freedom to design a life that is beautiful and filling and impactful." This quote has always reminded me that life should be those 3 things, beautiful, filling, and impactful. How are you working to design your life?
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Today's quote is from Margaret Thatcher: You may have to fight the battle more than once to win it.
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Today we kick off 10 days of quotes and commentary. Our first quote is:
"Just because something is popular doesn’t mean you have to buy it. Life isn’t about doing what everyone else is doing. It’s about doing your own thing. Anything that doesn’t align with who you are isn’t worth doing. Do what feels right for you. You have a little voice in your heart that tells you what the right thing is. Don’t ignore it. Follow it even if that means doing something unusual, something that no one else has done before. Go for it even if it doesn’t make sense to other people. The right things doesn’t have to be conventional." - m. chase
Love and Blessings,
Heather
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Today I’m breaking down the upcoming themes for the rest of the 100 Days of Podcasts.
Make sure you are getting into the conversation over on IG and FB too.
Love and blessings,
Heather
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Now that we are into mid-Jan, I have my 2022 goals and vision board ready to go. Let’s breakdown my 2022 goals together!
Love and blessings,
Heather
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I definitely made my share of purchases in 2021. Today I’m sharing some of my favorites.
Love and blessings,
Heather
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Have you ever pondered the meaning of your name? Come along and let’s talk about it.
Love and blessings,
Heather
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Let’s wrap up my list of books from 2021. I read/listened to 17 books last year. Here’s a list to inspire your 2022 reading.
Love and blessings,
Heather
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It’s Friday! Let’s celebrate!
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I had big goals for the books I wanted to read in 2021. Did I read them all?
Love and blessings,
Heather
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Today I do a run down of my 2021 resolutions and vision board. Let’s see how I did.
Love and blessings,
Heather
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Today we play catch up on work, health, and travel from 2021.
Love and blessings,
Heather
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Hey there! I'm so excited to be back on the podcast and kick off 2022 with 100 new episodes. That's right...100 days of podcasts. These should be 5-15 minutes each so you can listen while you make coffee or take a break. I look forward to connecting the dots over the next 100 days.
Love and blessings,
Heather
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First off, pardon the sniffles and my tears during this episode. I wanted to share a quote from Emily Let’s new book, Growing Boldly, which lead into some discussion about how things have been going lately. We are all going through a lot. There are lots of feelings and emotions associated with the state of our personal worlds and the world in general. Hopefully you can relate to as well to how I’ve been feeling.
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I went live on IG this morning for a Coffee Talk session. Come along and listen as I process through a few things.
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Today is a podcast in the making for almost a year. I was finally able to sit down with Jen Brazeal. Jen and I met at Blissdom in Nov 2019. Jen has such a sweet soul and is on a mission to help others find an unhurried lifestyle. But Jen didn’t get to this spot overnight, she was a teacher and photographer, an author, and now podcast host! She shared her journey with me and along the way gave such good insight on how to find purpose and clarity.
I hope you enjoy this girl talk session as much as I did. It’s one I’ll be listening to again and again.
Jen’s Links
IG: @jenbrazeal
Jen’s website: https://jbrazeal.com
Creative Business Startup Audiobook https://jbrazeal.lpages.co/cbs-free-audiobook/
Total Phone Declutter (Free Photo Challenge): https://jbrazeal.com/OYPC
Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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References:
The E-Myth Revisited
Getting to Know God’s Voice
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Today, I welcome Kaytie Fiedler to the show. She is the owner of Epic Events Global and the US Executive Director for Open Arms in Kenya. She and I had this conversation back in April but the message is still timely. She is an amazing woman, whose story will inspire you.
Sit back and enjoy our conversation. Let me know your thoughts over on social media!
Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Today, I welcome April Corbett to the show. She is an engineer, project manager, and an amazing creative. April and I met at Blissdom back in November 2019. I was instantly drawn to her message.
Back in the early summer after as the civil unrest in the US was boiling over, I reached out to April to have a conversation. A conversation about race, specifically. As a white woman, I knew I needed to take a step back to listen and learn. April was kind enough to spend time talking with me about situations she has been in and helped me to see places where I can change. After our first conversation, I knew I had to have her come on the podcast to share this message.
This conversation is long and covers a lot of ground. But this conversation is good, deep, and timely. I hope this podcast helps you see another perspective so we can continue to fight for equality and unity in our country. It’s more important than ever that we come together, offering respect and understanding of one another.
I would love to hear your feedback on this episode so please reach to me on Instagram, Facebook, or email.
XO, Heather
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Episode 21: Burn the Boats
Today I’m going to give you the run down of our recent move to Florida. I’m excited to share this experience with you and kick off a new “season” of the Connect the Dots podcast. I called this episode Burn the Boats because essentially that’s kind of what has happened. If you have never heard this phrase or one like burn the bridge, it alludes to famous incidents where a commander would land in hostile territory and order his men to burn their ships. It’s conquer or be killed for them. It’s not so drastic for us, but selling our house in AL and Jay leaving his full time job is pretty much us burning the boats. We were comfortable and our life had become stagnant. We were just going through the motions of life. We were living for the 3 or 4 weeks of vacation we got each year. Nothing else mattered.
I hope our story of change helps you see that while it can be scary, change can also be very good.
Hit me up on social media and join in on the conversation.
Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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I know it’s been a minute since my last podcast but this was on my heart to share all day. Hope you find encouragement!
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I’m currently on vacation but wanted to take a minute to say hello.
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Proverbs 16:24 says, “Kind words are like honey - sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.”
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Tonight I wanted to share a couple of paragraphs from Lisa Whittle’s book, “Jesus Over Everything.” This really spoke to me as I read it last night and I hope it encourages you.
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Reflecting on all the things that I have been learning this past week in today's episode. I know I will probably still say something wrong or not acknowledge something I should, but I want you to know that I care. I care about you. If you are reading this or listening to this podcast, I care about you. I want this world to be a better place.
Here is a link to the book I'm currently listening to: https://www.meandwhitesupremacybook.com
Romans 12:8-13 says “Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.”
See you over on IG!
XO,
Heather
@msheatherbdot
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We are all processing the events in this nation. I woke up Sunday with these words are my heart.
I want you to know that I see you. I honor you. I stand with you.
I love you.
Heather
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Well today is Memorial Day and I wanted to share something that really impacted me this past week. It's the story/meaning of the Fallen Soldier table. I didn't know this story. I hate that it took me 36 years to know this story. I recorded this podcast while doing an IG Live so if you want to check that out head over to @msheatherbdot.
I warn you there are lots of tears. I tried my best to keep it together but this just wrecked me. Sending love to those who have lost loved ones!
The Fallen Soldier's Table
The POW/MIA table is smaller than the others, symbolizing the frailty of one prisoner alone against his or her oppressors. This table is separate from the others and can be set for one to four place settings to represent each service participating in the event.
The white tablecloth draped over the table represents the purity of their response to our country’s call to arms.
The empty chair depicts an unknown face, representing no specific Soldier, Sailor, Airman, or Marine, but all who are not here with us.
The table itself is round to show that our concern for them is never ending.
The Bible represents faith in a higher power and the pledge to our country, founded as one nation under God.
The black napkin stands for the emptiness these warriors have left in the hearts of their families and friends. A Purple Heart medal can be pinned to the napkin.
The single red rose reminds us of their families and loved ones. The red ribbon represents the love of our country, which inspired them to answer the nation’s call.
The yellow candle and its yellow ribbon symbolize the everlasting hope for a joyous reunion with those yet accounted for.
The slices of lemon on the bread plate remind us of their bitter fate.
The salt upon the bread plate represent the tears of their families.
The wine glass, turned upside down, reminds us that our distinguished comrades cannot be with us to drink a toast or join in the festivities of the evening.
-- Quoted from https://navylive.dodlive.mil/2014/10/06/the-powmia-table-a-place-setting-for-one-a-table-for-all/
XO,
Heather
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Today is just a quick run down of some upcoming changes to the podcast. As I take the next month or so to update the format and get some topics done, I'm going to be sharing shorter podcasts. Once I get everything updated, we are moving to Wednesdays!!
During the next few weeks, I also would love to hear from you. What are you struggling with? What can topics are you interested in? How can we connect the dots together? Send me a message on IG or Facebook. You can also reach me via email at heather@thepolkadotdesk.com.
XO, Heather
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On today's episode, I'm giving a commencement speech for those who are graduating in 2020. So many graduations have been cancelled or postponed due to the guidelines around COVID-19, I wanted to take a moment to help offer some advice for those moving into a new chapter of their lives.
One of the phases I say several time in the episode is "Bet on you." You have over come so much in this last semester of your education. You have grown more than you realize. Bet on you. You can handle hard things that come your way. You can handle change. You are ready to connect the next dot in your journey.
Congratulations to all the graduates of 2020!
Join in the conversation on Instagram and share your advice for this year's graduating class.
Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Today, I bring you my conversation with Carrie Grace. I met her at Blissdom back in November of 2019. Her website tag line describes her perfectly, “encourager, motivational speaker, & believer in kindness.” She sat down with me to talk all things speaking and socks. Do these two things seem related? Maybe not now, but they will after you listen to the podcast.
We talked about how she got her start in speaking and the process of preparing. She gave some behind the scenes of crafting the customer experience. We also talked about her new company, The Kindness Socks. The mission she has for this brand is amazing! It’s more than just a sock for a sock. It’s about spreading kindness and giving back in different ways.
Carrie Grace is one of the most strategic and authentic people I have ever met. I hope you learn from our conversation as much as I did.
Connect with Carrie Grace:
@carriegraceshop
www.simplycarriegrace.com
Hit us up on social media and join in on the conversation.
Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Referenced links:
Stories that Stick
Episode 13: Show Up
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Today we talk about the feelings that can come up when made a mistake or don’t meet a goal. That feeling of failing can be destructive if you aren’t careful. It can derail future progress. It can move you from a positive outlook to a negative spiral. But I want you to know that…
You.
Are.
Not.
A.
Failure.
You may make a mistake or miss a goal, but you can take the steps to learn from it and come out on the other side wiser and stronger than ever.
Henry Ford said, “The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing.” So let’s go learn something.
Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Today, I interviewed Jenny Randle. Jenny Randle is a nationally sought-after speaker, award-winning creative, co-host of the Shut the Should Up podcast, and author of Courageous Creative and Getting to Know God’s Voice (releasing October 2020 with Harvest House Publishers). She helps people navigate into a space of freedom within their personal life, leadership and church culture and sometimes a good freestyle rap is involved in the process.
We cover several topics from her books to my journey back to the community of church. We laugh, we cry, and we learn a lot. She brought to light so many things for me and I know that she will help you as well.
One of my favorite quotes from the podcast is “God doesn’t waste anything.” This really hit me because lately I’ve been navigating the calling I feel from God. The reminder that He doesn’t waste anything means that we can learn from everything.
Let me know what you think and join in on the conversation.
You can find Jenny online too:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenny.randle/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedomcreatives
Website: www.jennyrandle.com
Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Episode 16: Staying sane during COVID-19
Today, we discuss how to stay sane during this time of COVID-19. We talk a little science as we get a basic understanding of what COVID-19 really is. Then we review how to stay SANE - Strong, Active, Neighborly, and Energetic. Guy Dauncey has the right idea in how to think about the concept of staying sane during this time. I deep dive into the his article and share some of my favorite takeaways.
Links Mentioned:
Guy Dauncey article: https://thepracticalutopian.ca/2020/03/20/50-ways-to-stay-sane-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic/
Budget by Paycheck method: https://www.thebudgetmom.com
Some Good News w/ John Krasinski: https://youtu.be/F5pgG1M_h_U
The Holderness Family: https://theholdernessfamily.com
Disaster Distress Helpline: call 1-800-985-5990, text TalkWithUs to 66746, or visit https://www.samhsa.gov/disaster-preparedness
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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References:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html
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Today, I am bringing you my thoughts about how to find the message in the mess that is currently happening due to the COVID-19. As we all shelter in place, our new normal is one that has no definite end date. I want to share my thoughts and suggestions for making the best of this situation.
Here is a quick run down of the topics we cover.
- “Optimism helps. Optimism is different from positivity. And optimism is not naive either. Optimism accepts the truth of reality and looks forward to a brighter future. Optimism is the foundation of hope. And hope keeps us moving forward. There is a light at the end of this tunnel and we will get there…together.” - Simon Sinek
- Tips to stay connected while social distancing.
- Tips for your mental health.
- Things to try as we adjust to this new normal.
I also did a video of the making of this podcast. It’s unedited but you get to see all the behind the scenes fun. https://youtu.be/Vs_Al5XoMtY
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Today I welcome Anna Rose Robertson to the show. She is a wife, mother, teacher, coach, and podcast host. She shares with us her journey of finding purpose in life. Her podcast, This Purposeful Life with Anna Rose, just launched its second season. I hope you enjoy the lessons and laughter we shared during our conversation.
Connect with Anna Rose at annaroserobertson.com, @annaroserobertson, and her podcast, This Purposeful Life with Anna Rose.
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Today I let you listen to a voice memo that I recorded as I was driving home from Nashville when my mind was just flooded with thoughts about what it means to show up in life. I let you hear the ramblings of my thoughts then dive into some insights after the voice memo.
After you listen, let me know how you are showing up for yourself. Hit me up on social media and join in on the conversation.
Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Today, I bring you a show that is a bit longer than my previous shows but I had a lot of stuff I wanted to address. I didn’t have any formal notes for this episode so it was kind off the cuff. This is the real me for sure with all the rambles.
The focus of the show is to make ourselves think about how we are treating our customers. Specifically, if you are a leader, how are you treating your customers. These would be your direct reports, your boss, your peers, etc. I share a few stories of leaders that showed me how I didn’t want to lead and a few stories of leaders that continue to inspire me today.
I referenced a couple of Bible verses and quotes from The Maxwell Leadership Bible when I get into the topic of servant leadership. Let’s be honest, Jesus is the example I think of when I think about serving others as a leader.
- Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be y our slave - just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. - Matt 20: 26-28
Commentary on this verse says, “Leadership is about adding value, not getting perks.”
- We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully. - Romans 12:6-8
Commentary on these verses says, “Every leader is a manager whose goal should be to maximize everyone’s gift.”
Yep…those are mic drop moments in my opinion.
I close out with 5 ways to lead by serving from an article published by Wilbanks Consulting.
- Demonstrate Through Words and Actions
- Trust and Respect Employees
- Active Listening
- Empower your Team
- Practice Humility
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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References:
http://www.wilbanksconsulting.com/blog/2018/8/22/5-ways-to-lead-by-serving
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Episode 11: Get Out of Your Own Way
Today, I’m giving you some of my biggest takeaways from Dave Hollis’ new book, Get Out of Your Own Way: A Skeptics Guide to Growth and Fulfillment. The book launches on 3/10/2020. Listen in for stories and quotes from the book.
Also, I’m giving away a copy of the book so listen for how to enter to win! (Deadline for entry is 3/16/2020)
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Today my guest is Christina Menkemeller. She is the founder of Being Positioned, a non-profit that is offering full paid journeys for individuals who have specific genetic disorders. Maybe that seems vague, but listen in for more info.
I met Christina at Blissdom in November 2019. We instantly hit it off. She has a welcoming personality and is one of the sweetest people I have ever met.
This conversation covers a lot of ground so get ready as we connect the dots with Christina.
Make sure you screenshot and share a picture when you listen to this episode. Tag me and Christina so we can thank you!
Find Christina online at:
https://beingpositioned.org/
@christinamenkemeller
@beingpositioned
https://www.facebook.com/beingpositioned/
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XO, Heather
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Today, we look at the advice I wish my 35 year old self could have given to my 18 year old self. Here is a quick run down of the topics we cover.
What is a Subsidized loan?
What is an Unsubsidized loan?
Here are the top 5 things I wish I had known.
- You don’t have to take all the money they offer you.
- Pay the interest during school.
- Apply for scholarships every year.
- You don’t have to graduate in 4 years. Work, save, and pay for classes as you go.
- Talk to a financial advisor.
I know there are a lot of people that are in the same boat (or worse) than me. I feel like it’s part of my responsibility to help educate the next generation so they don’t fall into the same traps. I am researching for future episodes more about ways to fund college. I would love to know what questions you have about it. Please send me an email (heather@thepolkadotdesk.com) or a DM on Instagram so I can tailor the show to all of you.
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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References:
https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/loans/subsidized-unsubsidized#subsidized-vs-unsubsidized
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Episode 08: College - To Go or Not To Go
Today, we look at that decision we have to make about going to college. My goal is to give you insight on making the decision on going to college or not. Also I want to make sure that you know there are other paths and going back later in life is ok.
At the end of the podcast I share a story of a young man who chose to go back to the school. He is an inspiration to me in my life and I think he will inspire you too.
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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References:
https://collegeinfogeek.com/should-i-go-to-college/
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In the book “Everybody Always,” Bob Goff says, “When joy is a habit, Love is a reflex.” After hearing about the passing of a friend, I wanted to share some thoughts about loving everybody always. May you be blessed today!
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Episode 07: Driving Forces w/Roni Lambrecht
Today, we have our very first guest!! I’m so happy to have Roni Lambrecht with me today. She is an amazing woman that I connected with at Blissdom. She shares the story of how losing her son has become a driving force in her life to leave a legacy for Dalton. Get ready for some insights as we talk about her career, her customers, and her community.
Find Roni online:
https://www.parentingatyourbestwithoutregrets.com
https://www.facebook.com/RONIWINGLAMBRECHT
I would love to know your take aways from my conversation with Roni so head over to IG and join the conversation.
Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO,
Heather
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I had a story and some things on my heart that I wanted to share today. Hope you enjoy it!
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Episode 06: What if community scares you?
Today, we tackle the topic of community and what to do if it scares you. This is a very raw and real episode for me. I have dealt with this personally in throughout my life. I am sharing some personal prayers and dreams in this episode.
Here’s what I know about being scared of community:
- You fear judgement from others.
- You fear being an extra wheel.
- You fear being left out.
Here are some tips to overcome the fear of community:
Tip #1: Be You!
Tip #2: Don’t be the smartest person in your circle.
Tip #3: Don’t retreat.
I hope this episode helps you move at least 1 step closer to overcoming any fears that you have about community. Hit me up on social media and join in on the conversation.
Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Episode 05: Defining the customer experience.
Today, we look at the customer experience and how to define it. We run through 4 steps to help you drill down to see the customer’s journey so you can build out the full customer experience. Here is a quick run down of the steps:
Step 1: Define your product.
Step 2: Define your customer.
Step 3: Define your interactions.
Step 4: Define the feeling.
So, how do you define your customers’ experience? Get the one page Customer Experience worksheet over at thepolkadotdesk.com/episode5.
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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A little mid-week motivation for you!
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Episode 04: So it’s time for your first job Today, we look at getting that first job. When should you? Why should you? And how can we support you? Here is a quick run down of the topics we cover.
Tips for Teens starting out What’s the value of having a job in high school? Tips for Parents to support the journey
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Hey There!
Come on in and pull up a seat at The Polka Dot Desk. I'm here in this very first episode to give you more insight about me and this podcast. I feel like if we are going to spend time together we need to get acquainted. Once we get that our of the way, I jump into what Connect the Dots is all about. I drill down into what you can expect to learn about career, customers, and community. I appreciate your time in listening to this very first episode. Please subscribe so you get notified of new episodes when they launch.
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Episode 2: Customers - Who are they?
Today, we look at the basics of who customers are, the roles we play, and the importance of understanding them. Here is a quick run down of the topics we cover.
- Definition: a person who purchases goods or services from another; informal - a person one has to deal with(dictionary.com)
- Who is your customer?
- What type of customer are you?
- Are you a nice customer?
- The importance of understanding your customer.
There are so many topics from this introduction to customers that we will expand on over time here with the Connect the Dots podcast. I look forward to those continued discussions.
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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References:
https://thegood.com/insights/types-of-customers/
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Episode 1: Career - What exactly is that?
Today, we look at the basics of what is a career, how dreams play into your career, and talk a little about how millennials can build a career. Knowing how I view careers should help us step out on the right foot together. Below are a few of the topics and resources from this episode:
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Definition: an occupation or profession, especially one requiring special training, followed as one's lifework or a person's progress or general course of action through life or through a phase of life, as in some profession or undertaking (dictionary.com)
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What do you want to be when you grow up?
- Dreaming big dreams
- Building a career as a millennial
- Not all careers require a college degree
Also, please forgive the umms and ya knows…this is only the 2nd episode. I promise I’ll get better. :)
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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Reference Sites:
https://www.gallup.com/workplace/231587/millennials-job-hopping-generation.aspx
https://www.cnbc.com/2019/01/24/here-are-the-most-in-demand-jobs-for-2019.html'
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Episode 3: Community - What is that?
Today, we look at the basics of what makes up a community. Here is a quick run down of the topics we cover.
- Definition: a social, religious, occupational, or other group sharing common characteristics or interests and perceived or perceiving itself as distinct in some respect from the larger society within which it exists (usually preceded by the): the business community; the community of scholars (dictionary.com)
- Communities in the past and present
- Future topics about Community
We have so much to learn from each other about community. I am very excited for this journey together.
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Let's get ready to connect the dots!
XO, Heather
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