Love, Your Strengths: Recent Episodes
Kyle Johann-Baker
Welcome to Love, Your Strengths where we write a love letter to and from your Strengths.
These short conversations with CliftonStrengths Coach Kyle Johann-Baker are a love letter to each of us, reminding us of the goodness and talent that lies within each of us.
In each episode, we unpack a specific CliftonStrength and listen to someone’s personal experience living into that Strength. Become a better business owner, boss, teammate, and friend by listening now!
Hi Friends! What a ride it has been! Season 2 is officially wrapped up, and it has been such a gift recording and sharing these conversations!
On Friday, I will be starting on "Winter Sabbatical." Listen to this episode to learn more about how and why I am doing this and an invitation to work together in the new year if you are ready for it.
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Have you ever questioned the power of deep connections in your personal and professional life?
In this engaging podcast episode, Kelsea Warren and Kyle Johann-Baker delve into the remarkable world of the Relator strength.
Kelsea talks about the value of cultivating intimate relationships, both personally and as a coach. The conversation explores the delicate balance between Relator and Individualization strengths, highlighting how they complement each other to help individuals recognize their unique skills and values.
Kelsea emphasizes the importance of proactive relationship maintenance to prevent burnout, revealing the transformative potential of this often underestimated strength.
Learn More About Kelsea:
Kelsea Warren is the owner and chief happiness officer of the the Seamless Coach LLC. She is a workplace wellbeing coach and consultant that helps individuals and businesses prevent burnout and elevate wellbeing at work using workplace values. Kelsea spent 8+ years in the mental health field as a therapist and social worker prior to becoming a coach. Her passions collided with wellbeing and business and lead her to pursue a PhD in i/o psychology. Kelsea is also mom to a 5 year old, a spouse and fluffy dog mom from Oregon.
Keep In Touch With Kelsea:
- Visit Her Website - https://theseamlesscoach.com/linkinbio
- Connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelseal-warren/
- Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theseamlesscoach/
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Are you ready to unlock the power of individualization and truly see people as unique individuals?
In this engaging podcast episode, Samantha Crockett (she/her), Founder and Chief Encouragement Officer of Enthusiastic Neighbor, joins host Kyle Johann-Baker to explore the strength of "Individualization." Samantha's keen insight and personal experiences reveal how this strength goes beyond recognizing differences—it's about embracing the rich tapestry of humanity.
She shares anecdotes that demonstrate how individualization can bridge gaps and foster genuine connections in a world often focused on transactional relationships.
Learn how understanding and applying individualization can lead to a more equitable and compassionate society. Tune in to uncover the secrets of seeing people as people.
About Samantha:
Samantha Crockett (she/her) is the founder and Chief Encouragement officer of Enthusiastic Neighbor, where the vision is a world where people feel special. Her mission is to encourage adults in growing their social-emotional skills to turn good intentions into supportive actions by helping them embrace connection, care, compassion and context.
She knows that it’s tough to know how to show up for people, especially these days, so she's ready to hold your hand, so you can hold someone else's.
Samantha lives on the south side of Chicago with her husband and young daughter. She loves headbands, cardigans and graphic tee-shirts about as much as she loves banana pudding, local food and quirky tv procedurals.
Samantha's Top 5 Strengths Are:
- Input
- Connectedness
- Individualization
- Empathy
- Developer
Stay Connected With Samantha
- Visit her website - http://www.enthusiasticneighbor.com/
- Follow on Instagram & Threads @enthusiasticneighbor
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What if your strength was the ability to bring people together effortlessly?
Erin Woodruff, a certified life coach and CEO, shares her journey as a natural Includer and how she uses this strength to create connections.
Beyond social settings, Erin's Includer strength extends to connecting people with one another, fostering bridges, and facilitating relationships.
She emphasizes the importance of embracing similarities and unity to resolve conflicts.
Erin's insights reveal valuable lessons in harnessing strengths to enhance personal and professional relationships.Learn More About Erin:
Erin is a mom, wife, and CEO. She is a certified life coach who helps high-achieving women stay happily married to introverts. As a life coach, Erin helps you reconnect with yourself so you can create the abundant life you’re excited about. She teaches you how to communicate with confidence, clarity, and curiosity, love unconditionally, and create time for yourself.Erin helps you to uncover limiting beliefs, pitfalls, and other distractions you may not have noticed in your life. Her goal is to help you stop holding yourself back and to stop self-sabotage. Erin believes that you are the only one who can change you, that you are the only one in your own way, and that it’s time to be yourself again.Erin's Top 5 Strengths Are:
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Includer2. Discipline3. Responsibility4. Futuristic5. ActivatorStay in Touch With Erin:
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Email: support@erinwoodruffcoaching.com
- Website: www.erinwoodruffcoaching.com
- Podcast: https://timeforyou.buzzsprout.com/share
- IG: https://www.instagram.com/erinwoodruffcoaching/
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/erinwoodruffcoaching
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-woodruff-b5109a8b/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erinwoodruffcoaching?lang=en
- Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/erinwoodruffcoaching/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/coacherin_
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxUUiIb7Zz4Z04eOTp2NZgA
- FREEBIE:Hard Conversations Toolbox: https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/toolbox
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Are you struggling to find the right balance between discipline and adaptability in your life?
In this episode, Sena Lauer shares her personal journey of harnessing Discipline as a powerful tool for adaptation. Sena's experiences highlight the transformative potential of structured routines and goal-setting in navigating life's twists and turns.
Discover how she effectively maintains her focus on long-term objectives while remaining flexible in the face of unexpected challenges.
Join us for a conversation that explores the art of discipline and adaptability and learn valuable strategies for achieving your goals, no matter what curveballs life throws your way.About Sena Lauer:
Sena is currently the Director of Brand Messaging and Client Services at Averson Creative, a Spokane-based creative agency dedicated to small business branding and brand storytelling.
She found her professional home at Averson in 2020 when she merged businesses with two of her dearest friends. She loves the newfound challenge of building a small business culture that values relationships and people as much as output and productivity.
She is a words person through and through. She loves writing, conversation, and is a chronic oversharer. She is also delightfully type A and loves a good calendar and organizational system.
Sena lives in Spokane, loves being physically active and spending time outside. She is happily married and is the proud mama of a four-month-old daughter.
Sena's Top 5 Strengths Are:
- Futuristic
- Discipline
- Strategic
- Belief
- Significance.
Stay In Touch With Sena:
- Learn more about Averson - aversoncreative.com
- Connect on Instagram @averson.creative or @senahugheslauer if you are into oversharing and lots of baby content
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How can the power of "Woo" go beyond the surface to form genuine connections?
In this conversation, Austin Arias and Kyle Johann-Baker explore Woo, focusing on its ability to create authentic relationships.
Austin shares how he uses Woo in public speaking, relationship management, and organizational development, emphasizing empathy and inclusivity.
He reveals that Woo isn't just about winning people over, but instead is about investing in them.
Austin demonstrates how Woo can be harnessed for positive personal and professional development through continuous growth and self-reflection.
About Austin Arias:
Austin Arias is a leadership development expert with a goal to help individuals and teams think bigger and do better through more values-based and mission-aligned actions.
As an award-winning educator and speaker, Austin is a trusted voice in the areas of belonging, organizational development, change management, and personal growth.
In addition to his time speaking and facilitating to colleges, universities, non-profits, and companies, he also works as an account manager at a leading marketing and branding agency in higher education, SimpsonScarborough.
Austin's Top 5 CliftonStrengths?:
- Maximizer
- Belief
- Individualization
- Relator
- Woo
Stay in touch with Austin
- Follow on social media @austinarias on all platforms
- Visit his website www.austinarias.com
- Check out his speaking portfolio www.campuspeak.com/arias
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Ever wondered what true empathy feels like in action?
Dive into this engaging podcast episode where Rainey Parker, founder of Sunshine After the Rain, LLC, shares her insights on empathy, perspective-shifting, and connecting with others.
Rainey's journey unfolds as she differentiates empathy from sympathy, highlighting how she can sense others' feelings by immersing herself in their experiences.
From creating safe spaces through effective communication to normalizing emotions, Rainey's empathetic approach is a catalyst for personal growth and meaningful connections.
Are you curious about how empathy can transform your interactions? Tune in for a deep dive into Rainey's empathetic coaching journey.
About Rainey
Rainey Parker is the founder and CEO of Sunshine After The Rain.
Rainey is a professional accountability coach and motivational speaker.
She helps others because it allows her to see how they need help and expands her understanding in the process. Love, empathy, and support can and will look different to everybody. Taking time to understand that someone else is different is what is important.
Rainey, enjoys meeting people where they are in the literal and physical sense so that they are comfortable and know that this is a safe space for them.
In Rainey's words, "I'm not in the business of telling others what to do. I am in the business of helping them hear themselves and realize they have known the whole time."
Rainey's Top 5 Strengths Are:
- Empathy
- Positivity
- Woo
- Individualistic
- Futuristic
Stay in touch with Rainey by:
- Reach out to her by email sunshineaftertheraincoaching@gmail.com
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How can positivity be a beacon of hope and a tool for genuine connection, even in the face of life's challenges?In this engaging episode, CliftonStrengths Coach Kyle Johann-Baker sits down with Joanne Machin, a multi-passionate entrepreneur and author.
Joanne provides a fresh perspective on the "Positivity" strength, emphasizing that it's not just about blind optimism but finding hope even in tough situations.
Balancing self-care and positivity is key; Joanne shares how she focuses on simple joys to maintain a positive outlook during challenges.
Tune in to gain insights into how positivity can be a multi-dimensional force in both personal and professional spheres.About Joanne Machin: Based out of the Pacific Northwest, Joanne Machin is an author, bookseller, freelance editor, virtual assistant, and multi-passionate entrepreneur. She writes contemporary adult romance novels that are sometimes chaotic but are altogether lots of fun--words many people would also use to describe her, actually. In her free time, Joanne drinks boba, plays video games and Magic the Gathering, and amasses large quantities of stationery and books, which, admittedly, she collects more than she reads or uses... She is married to a very nice man, with whom she co-parents a very naughty Welsh terrier named Oliver.
Joanne's Top 5 Strengths are:
- Input
- Futuristic
- Maximizer
- Activator
- Positivity
Stay in touch with Joanne
- Twitter: @heyjomachin
- Instagram: @heyjomachin
- Website: www.joannemachin.com
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Ready to uncover the secrets behind turning challenges into opportunities and leaving a lasting mark on the communities you engage with?
Join us in this episode as Rikketta Franklin reveals how her "Restorative" strength drives her to create safe havens for meaningful connections and authentic experiences.
Drawing inspiration from her alma mater's commitment to improvement, Rikketta discusses how her strength influences her approach to problem-solving, turning challenges into opportunities.
Through her business, the social experience, she facilitates conversations that promote self-discovery, empathy, and collaboration, nurturing authentic connections among individuals.
Emphasizing the importance of radical self-care and the value of feedback, Rikketta's engaging discussion highlights how the "Restorative" strength can drive personal growth, forge bonds, and leave a lasting legacy of positive change.
About Rikketta:
Rikketta Franklin encourages critical reflection that inspires others to pursue connection through commonality. She is the CEO + Creator of The Social Experience, where she facilitates thoughtful interactions that promote meaningful connection and relationship building. Her role is to create safe havens that encourage authenticity, growth, and community.Rikketta's 10+ years of experience in higher education and Master of Arts in Adult Education and Training has given her a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practice behind meaningful engagement with adults. Through The Social Experience, she helps groups and teams connect through reflection + conversation + commonality.When she isn't curating experiences, Rikketta enjoys reading, adventures with her wife, and solo travel.
Rikketta's Top 5 Strengths Are:
- Individualization
- Activator
- Restorative
- Command
- Strategic
Stay In Touch With Rikketta by...
- Following on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meettsx/
- Visiting her website: www.MeetTSX.com
- Getting on Her Conversation Cards waitlist- Conversation Cards Waitlist
- Connecting on LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikkettafranklin/
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Ever wondered how connecting seemingly unrelated ideas can be a superpower?
In this podcast, CliftonStrengths Coach Kyle Johann-Baker delves into the fascinating strength of Ideation with guest Megan Breiseth.
Megan, a leader, educator, poet, and parent, explores how ideation plays a pivotal role in her life, from crafting poetry to managing teams.
She reveals the balance required to leverage ideation effectively—knowing when to generate new possibilities and when to provide structure.
Megan's journey highlights how embracing ideation fosters openness, trust, and ultimately leads to creative and collaborative success.
Megan is the Associate Vice President of Learning and Development at InsideTrack where she leads a team who teaches coaches how to coach. Megan is a mother, wife, and poet who connects with her community and cherishes the people in it.Megan's Top 5 Strengths are...
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In this podcast episode, CliftonStrengths Coach Kyle Johann-Baker and Jamie Schuman (she/her) explore the profound concept of Adaptability as a way of life.
Together we explore how Adaptability offers a unique perspective on growth, challenges, and personal evolution, emphasizing the importance of listening to your body and intuition throughout the journey.
By sharing insights on breathwork, self-care, and holistic well-being, Jamie reveals how to harness the power of adaptability for a more fulfilling life.
Tune in and discover: How can you nurture adaptability within yourself and experience the positive shifts it brings?
Jamie is a Poet, Breathwork & Reiki Facilitator for pleasure, beauty, mindful living, and deep healing.
Jamie's Top 5 Strengths are...
- Maximizer
- Empathy
- Adaptability
- Futuristic
- Strategic
Stay Connected with Jamie by...
- Following @collectiveinnergarden on Instagram
- Visiting her website
- Preorder Cycles Journal today
- Listen to Jamie's podcast (it is one of my favorites)
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What happens when two individuals with the strengths of "Activator" and "Positivity" come together to revolutionize the world of health and wellness coaching?
In this podcast episode, Kyle Johann-Baker interviews Erin Swenson and Kelly Ehley, the co-founders of Cruxxy as Certified Holistic Nutritionists and Health Coaches.
Erin's innate "Activator" drive and Kelly's infectious "Positivity" create a powerful synergy as they guide clients toward their health goals.
Erin and Kelly emphasize the value of taking small, positive steps toward change. Their journey-driven approach may leave you wondering how you can transform your wellness journey (and we have some ideas of who you can partner with).
Erin Swenson, MS, CIC, is a success coach and consultant in higher education - coaching more than 1,000 students and partnering with numerous universities over ten years - She’s a Certified Health Coach, lifelong learner, and marathon completer - her joy comes from supporting others and empowering individuals to reach their goals.
Kelly Ehley is a Sales and Marketing Director and also works as a certified holistic nutritionist and health coach. Kelly’s drive comes from physical challenges and motivating others to live a healthy and fulfilling life.
Together they are co-founders of Cruxxy, a brand and lifestyle movement focused on fun, challenging yourself, and delicious plant-based eating, which was built out of her sister Kelly and her exploration of plant-forward cooking, meal planning, and love of running and exercise. We want to inspire and support others to find their joy and path in health & wellness.
The sister duo has a shared desire to help people become more.
Erin’s Top 5 Strengths Are:
Empathy, Deliberative, Restorative, Activator, and Achiever
Kelly’s Top 5 Strengths Are:
Maximizer, Positivity, Developer, Arrange, and Achiever
Keep in touch with Cruxxy (Erin & Kelly)
- Visit their website
- Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cruxxy_youaremore/
- Check them out on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@cruxxyyouaremore
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Are you curious about finding your true self and embracing authenticity?
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Erika Michalski (she/her) as she dives into the art of blending strengths to create an alignment that brings joy, purpose, and an empowered sense of identity.
Dr. Erika draws from her top strengths of Positivity, Strategic, Communication, Woo, and Learner as we discuss how combining these traits creates a superpower she calls "authenticity."
The episode highlights the importance of aligning strengths with effort, avoiding draining tasks, and distinguishing between "hard work" and "effort to do the work."
Ultimately, we explore how embracing and leveraging individual strengths leads to authenticity, personal growth, and a more fulfilling life.
Dr. Erika Michalski is an aggressive optimist and authenticity advocate who is passionate about data, documentaries, dance parties, and dessert. She has a robust history of providing enthusiastic keynotes and engaging workshops designed to empower participants and create environments where they feel equipped to tackle new challenges as they move forward in personal and professional endeavors.
She chooses to frame her work in the most current information around neuroscience, positive psychology, employee engagement, human evolution, and just a hint of behavioral economy … In other words, there’s a little something for everyone when Dr. Erika gets involved!
After a career leading high-performing teams in multiple sectors, she founded Strategically Authentic, a consulting company dedicated to helping people leverage who they are to get where they want to be.
Dr. Erika's Top 5 Strengths Are Positivity, Strategic, Communication, WOO, Learner
Keep in touch with Erin
- Visit Her Website - www.stratauth.com
- Follow Her on Instagram - @ConsultantBarbie
- Connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-michalski/
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How does one transform ideas into impactful actions and inspire others to do the same?
In this podcast episode, Erin Cafferty (she/her), a freelance copywriter and soon-to-be-published author, discusses the power of her Activator strength.
With Activator as one of her top strengths, Erin effortlessly turns her thoughts into reality, embracing action and influence.
Throughout this episode, Erin shares how she follows her intuition and fearlessly experiments with various pursuits, allowing her to adapt and evolve in different seasons of life.
Through her writing and leadership, Erin demonstrates how her activator strength not only propels her own dreams but also encourages others to pursue their aspirations.
Erin is a freelance copywriter for impact-driven brands, a soon-to-be-published author, cofounder of Remote ID, and a bev cart girl at a local golf course. She lives in Winchester, Virginia which is a short drive from Shenandoah National Park! When she's not behind her laptop or on the course, she's tending to her herb garden, cuddling with her dog and cat, or exploring the outdoors with her husband, Nick.
Erin's Top 5 Strengths Are 1. Activator 2. Achiever 3. Input 4. Intellection 5. Significance
Keep in touch with Erin
- Visit Erin's website - www.erincafferty.com
- Find her on Instagram - instagram.com/itserincafferty
- Follow on TikTok - tiktok/itserincafferty
- Learn about the Remote ID Community: https://bit.ly/Remote-ID
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How does embracing complexity and disruption lead to innovative solutions?
In this podcast, Katy Launius, a strategy officer for student success, discusses how her CliftonStrength of Strategic has driven her career from higher education to a private foundation.
She shares insights on identifying patterns, navigating challenges, and building authentic collaborations.
Katy's 'radical relator' approach bridges gaps between sectors, like higher education and public transportation, to address common challenges.
Learn how embracing complexity and nurturing strengths can lead to transformative change and personal growth.
Katy Launius, Ph.D. has almost 15 years of experience working in higher education, where she has led a variety of institutional transformation initiatives designed to produce equitable student success. She brings this expertise to her current role as Strategy Officer for Student Success at Lumina Foundation.
Through her experience, she’s learned that scaling and sustaining change is complex and nuanced – it requires disrupting the status quo. To create the conditions necessary for change, Katy embraces her identity as a “Radical Relator” by building collaborative, transparent, and effective relationships wherever she works. Katy earned her Ph.D. in educational leadership and policy studies from the University of Texas at Arlington.
She’s an avid learner and policy thinker who has spent time studying higher education policy. She brings this appetite for learning and discovery to her forthcoming podcast, “More Questions” hosted with Grayson Schultz.
Katy’s Top 5 Strengths are:
Strategic, Learner, Connectedness, Empathy, and Input
Keep in touch with Katy by:
- Connecting with Katy on LinkedIn
- Following “More Questions Podcast” on Facebook
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What if responsibility was the key to unlocking your freedom and potential?
In this thought-provoking podcast episode, CliftonStrengths Coach Kyle Johann-Baker (he/him) and Petra Vega (she/ella) delve into the transformative power of Responsibility.
Petra challenges conventional notions by exploring responsibility as a liberating force rather than a burden. Through engaging conversations and personal anecdotes, Petra sheds light on the concept of responsibility as a catalyst for personal growth and collective progress.
Petra highlights the importance of playfulness in navigating responsibilities, encouraging YOU to approach them with curiosity, creativity, and a sense of adventure.
By reframing responsibility as an opportunity for expansion and self-discovery, this episode invites listeners to consider how embracing responsibility can unlock their true potential and open doors to a more fulfilling life.
Petra Vega (She/ Ella) is a Queer, Black Puerto Rican from a tiny town in Upstate, NY who after years of being told she should be seen and not heard at home and in the world, decided to reclaim her voice. After learning about the multi-layered systems of oppression that were operating within and outside of her, Petra began doing the inner and outer work of questioning, healing and disrupting. As the Founder of Create More Possibilities, LLC, Petra helps marginalized nonprofit leaders in transforming the self-doubt that is getting in the way of them leading in a way that feels good for them and their team. As a Liberatory Leadership Coach, Emergent Strategist, Facilitator, and Radical Social Worker, Petra weaves an anti-oppression approach, trauma and healing tools, with playful possibility to support marginalized folx in leading from a place of liberation, not perfection.
Petra's Top 5 Strengths are: 1. Responsibility 2. Intellection 3. Relator 4. Input 5. Empathy
Keep in touch with Petra by:
- Following Petra on Instagram https://instagram.com/createmorepossibilities
- Visiting Petra's website https://createmorepossibilities.com/links/
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In this conversation, CliftonStrengths Coach Kyle Johann-Baker and Tiffany Reardon (she/her) explore the strength of Maximizer and its impact on personal and professional growth. Tiffany, an expert in supporting students pursuing STEM degrees, describes her role as being like a talent scout, helping students align their goals with opportunities.
She finds fulfillment in guiding students who are uncertain about their career paths and witnessing their transformation.
Throughout the conversation, Tiffany emphasizes the importance of authenticity, self-care, and positioning oneself in the right place to maximize opportunities. It is time to leverage your strengths, such as maximizer, to achieve personal and group excellence.
For over twenty years Tiffany Reardon has been working in higher education designing programs that support students pursuing degrees in Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology (STEM). In 2018 she launched her REUFinder Blog which is focused on providing advice and resources to first-generation college students pursuing degrees in STEM. In her role as a program director at UC Berkeley's College of Engineering, she uses Clifton Strengths to help students identify their individual top strengths so that they can "maximize" their own carer paths. In her spare time, she enjoys writing and is an avid knitter. In May of 2021 she published her first book “Rose Colored Lenses: A Survival Guide to Navigating the Workplace.”
Tiffany's Top 5 Strengths are: Individualization, Positivity, Woo, Maximizer, Empathy
Stay in touch with Tiffany by
- Visiting her website www.REUFinder.com
- Learning more about her writing https://rosecoloredlenses.com
- Follow on Instagram REU FInder or Goddesswaif
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In this episode, CliftonStrengths Coach Kyle Johann-Baker interviews Brittney Johnson about Arranger. We discuss how arranger manifests in Brittney's daily life and work, emphasizing her natural inclination to organize and create efficient processes.
Brittney shares her passion for improving customer experiences and highlights the value of putting customers at the center of business decisions. She explains how her arranger enables her to map out customer journeys, identify milestones, and ensure clients feel supported and delighted.
Brittney committed to customer care back in 2004 and has been showing up to create exceptional experiences for others ever since. With a Bachelors in Psychology she has always had a passion for how people experience the world around them. An empath, mom, lover of coffee and animals, Brittney brings a light that illuminates the path for others working toward the happiness and success they desire.
She founded Virtual Synergy Consulting in 2019 offering Virtual Assisstant support to coaches and agency owners. In 2021 Brittney earned her certification as a Director of Operations and has since chosen to focus her impact on improving the experiences clients have with professional business services and providers. This work drives organizations towards their business goals while also creating loyal customers that become brand advocates. So both the organization and the customers win!
Brittney's Top 5 Strengths are Arranger, Futuristic, Learner, Individualization, and Achiever.
Stay in touch with Brittney by:
- Visiting her website virtualsynergyconsulting.com
- Follow Brittney on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/customerexp.strategist?mibextid=LQQJ4d
- Read Brittany's article "3 Ways To Improve Digital Customer Experience"
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Find the full show notes and transcipts of this episode HERE.
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In this conversation, Clifton Strengths coach Kyle Johann-Baker interviews Katelyn Richards about the power of competition in their career. Katelyn shares her success in building a personal brand through content creation on LinkedIn. Together we emphasize the positive aspects of competition and challenge the negative connotations often associated with it.
Katelyn explains how competition has driven her to strive for excellence and align her career with her values. They highlight the benefits of allowing employees to develop personal brands on LinkedIn, leading to mutual success for individuals and companies.
Katelyn Richards is a LinkedIn Coach who uses her own story & experience of creating content on LinkedIn that has resulted in 30k+ followers, 13 million views, a dozen paid brand partnerships, and allowed her to launch multiple businesses to help others establish their own LinkedIn content strategy that opens the doors for opportunities for their career and options for their future.
She also collaborates with teams & companies looking to empower their employees to create meaningful personal brands on LinkedIn through intentional content creation that serves as a win/win for both the team members & the company.
Katelyn's biggest passion is watching otherwise craft a career that is aligned with their values and allows them to ultimately thrive, and she adamantly believes that this is possible for every individual!
Katelyn's Top 5 Strengths are Competition, Harmony, Positivity, Discipline, Maximizer
Stay in touch with Katelyn finding her on LinkedIn or at www.acraftedcareer.com
Support the podcast by:
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- Sharing this episode or the show with a friend - Love, Your Strengths.
Finally, we want to cover topics that are relevant to you on Love, Your Strengths.
Submit your questions about Strengths, Career Development, Learning, Life, and BEYOND.
Your questions will influence the guests we bring on and the topics we cover in episodes. Here is the link https://www.johannbakercoaching.com/love-your-strengths-podcast/submit-your-questions-for-the-podcast
Find the full show notes and transcripts HERE
Thanks for being here <3
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In this conversation, CliftonStrengths Coach Kyle Johann-Baker interviews launch coach Jacki Hayes about her one of her top CliftonStrengths, Input.
Input involves collecting and archiving information. She shares how her brain functions like a file cabinet, constantly gathering knowledge and making connections. We discuss Jacki's approach to supporting clients in creating personalized launch processes and her commitment to continuous learning and community building.
Jacki Hayes (she/her) is a launch coach and consultant who partners with her clients to create custom launch processes that tap into their strengths, skills, personality, and lifestyle. She is also the host of the podcast Here's What I Learned. When Jacki isn’t helping others launch their programs, you can find her reading, walking her dog, or enjoying all things Marvel.
Jacki's Top 5 Strengths are Achiever, Learner, Input, Intellection, Relator
Stay in touch with Jacki by:
- Visiting website: https://www.jackihayes.online
- Taking her quiz (Launch Like a Superhero): https://www.jackihayes.online/quiz
- Listening to her podcast (Here's What I Learned): https://www.jackihayes.online/podcast
Support the podcast by:
- Donating to our Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/strengths
- Sharing this episode or the show with a friend - Love, Your Strengths.
Finally, we want to cover topics that are relevant to you on Love, Your Strengths.
Submit your questions about Strengths, Career Development, Learning, Life, and BEYOND.
Your questions will influence the guests we bring on and the topics we cover in episodes. Here is the link https://www.johannbakercoaching.com/love-your-strengths-podcast/submit-your-questions-for-the-podcast
Thanks for being here <3
Find the full show notes and transcripts HERE
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Hi friend, it is good to see you here. It is time again to Love, Your Strengths.
Season 2 will start soon, and we have a dynamite group of people who will be interviewed.
You will hear from more business owners, and this season we will be expanding to include organization leaders and managers.
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Thanks for being here, I hope you have a wonderful day, peace!!
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What do you do when you feel your light being dimmed?
In season 1's final episode, Kyle Johann-Baker (he/him) wraps the first season with a real-life check-in on what is happening in his life (or not happening) and how he plans to use his top CliftonStrengths even in challenging times. At the end of the episode, Kyle talks about what is next for the podcast, his life, and the business.
Kyle's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are
- Futuristic
- Strategic
- Relator
- Adaptability
- Connectedness
Learn more about Kyle and the work he does with Johann-Baker Coaching ~~
Visit my website
Set up a consult call with Kyle
Follow Kyle on Instagram
Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn
For full transcripts and notes, click here.
How does your purpose propel you forward?
In today's episode, we talk with Brook Levine (she/her) about her top Strength of Belief. Brooke describes how Belief is about caring for the deeper meaning behind things and finding motivation in the sense of purpose. Even when Belief feels existential, it ultimately helps her stay connected to her values and why she leads the team at Averson Creative.
Brooke is the owner and creative director of a local creative agency called Averson. She and her team specialize in branding and brand storytelling and love working with values-driven businesses and organizations.
Brooke’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths are
- Empathy
- Belief
- Restorative
- Responsibility
- Developer
Learn more about Brooke and the work she does with Averson Creative ~~
Averson Creative Website
Follow Averson on Instagramonnect with Averson on LinkedIn
For full transcripts and notes, click here.
How do you grow a business while prioritizing your SELF and wellness?
In today's episode, we talk with Larrisha Conney (she/her) about how Restorative is a powerhouse for her as she strategies growing her business and helping her clients access wellness in ways that work for them. Together, we explore how Restorative allows her to take a solutions-based approach to address challenges.
Larrisha Coney is a counselor, researcher, listener, author, learner, and founder of WITH LOV3, LC. Larrisha is passionate about holistic wellness and empowering folks in their wellness journey. Larrisha has supported 1000+ adults and youth at multiple capacities and age ranges throughout her counseling and wellness career. In 2021, Larrisha launched WITH LOV3, LC with the mission to contribute to the wellbeing of the collective through offerings rooted in love.
Larrisha's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are restorative, realtor, arranger, futuristic, and focus.
Learn more about Larrisha and the work she does~~
- Listen to Reprioritizing Self.
- Check out With LOV3, LC's online store
For full transcripts and notes, click here.
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How do you connect with others and the world around you?
In today's episode, we talk with Josh Cleveland (he/him) about how Empathy informs the transformation he provides in his business and how it informs the way he shows up in life. Together, we explore how Josh’s version of Empathy has transformed over time and really allows him to engage with the people he works with thoughtfully.
Josh owns and operates Spokane Garden Coach based in Spokane, Washington. His work focuses on garden coaching, consulting, and design for homeowners and gardeners of all experience levels. His passion and work center on water-wise and pollinator-friendly landscapes. Josh loves community collaborations for design, teaching, and garden celebration.
Josh's top five strengths are empathy developer, adaptability. relator and intellectual.
Learn more about Josh and the work he does~~
- Follow Josh on Instagram.
- Subscribe to his monthly(ish) newsletter
- Or check out his website here.
For full transcripts and notes, click here.
Do you struggle with making habits that stick and work for you?
In today's episode, we talk with Stacie Mitchell (she/her) about how Discipline can help you expand your life and business. Together, we explore how Stacie’s version of Discipline allows her to break down goals, manage projects, and keep her business running while she works full-time.
Stacie loves helping her clients craft their perfect-fit message and then leverage that message for the best opportunities. She's been studying online business since 2016, as well as what makes humans tick for what feels like forever! She has a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Counseling, and has been a coach in a variety of topics, like career, burnout, and business, for over 10 years.
Stacie’sTop 5 CliftonStrengths are 1. Futuristic 2. Connectedness 3. Relator 4. Discipline 5. Intellection
Learn more about Stacie and the work she does~~
- If you want to hear more from Stacie, listen to her podcast Something Even Better, which is currently on hiatus but has tons of great episodes to binge.
- Follow Stacie on Instagram.
- Or check out her website here.
PS - She has a great course to to learn more about implementing SEO for your business.
How do you connect with yourself?
In today's episode, we talk with Emily Wall (she/ella) about how Connectedness allows them to show up in their light. Together, we explore how their version of Connectedness is accentuated through boundaries and putting yourself first to create abundance and foster relationships..
Emily is a boundary coach empowering people pleasers to show up in their light and reclaim their energy by setting intentional boundaries.
Emily's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are 1. Connectedness 2. Input 3. Individualization 4. Achiever 5. Learner
Catch the Full Show Notes and Transcripts Here
Learn more about Emily and the work she does~~
Get Emily's weekly emails and access to the self-love journal challenge.
& connect with her on Instagram.
Do you find yourself investing in yourself without seeing the return on investment?
In today's episode, we talk with Evolve Benton (they/them) about how Achiever allows them to show up and help entrepreneurs implement so they reach their goals. Together, we explore how their version of Achiever is about helping entrepreneurs connect with their purpose to work towards their end goals.
With Evolve, leading with Achiever is more than having a to-do list.
Evolve Benton, MA, MFA, is a speaker, educator, and business growth curator who inspires audiences to consider upgrading their performance, diversity, inclusion, transformation, climate, and equity practices. They are the founder of MAR Media, LLC, and offer services globally as a DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) consultant. The other side of their business at Mar Media, LLC is increasing the diversity of the speaker and consulting industry by helping as many diverse people as possible get into the field at Speaking 4 Profit University, where they lead a high-level business development mentorship program.
Evolve is also the author of SIR: poetry dedicated to boihood and black queer love and the creator of The BOI Documentary. You can also check them out weekly on their podcast BOI Meets Wellness. When they aren't speaking in front of various colleges, universities, corporations, and other leading organizations and institutions, you can find them enjoying the game of basketball, going on nature walks with their two dogs, or traveling the world with their amazing wife.
Evolve's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are 1. Command 2. Context 3. Arranger 4. Achiever 5. Futuristic
Catch the Full Show Notes and Transcripts Here
Learn more about Evolve and Speaking 4 Profit
- Visit Evolve's Website --> https://www.evolvebenton.com/
- Learning More About Speaking 4 Profit --> https://www.speaking4profit.com/
- Get on Evolve's Text List --> Text "Speak" and/or "Inspire" to 323-405-9492
- Follow on Evolve on Social Media --> https://www.instagram.com/evolvebenton/
PS - Listen to Kyle's Episode of BOI Meets Wellness on Spotify.
Are you reaching your potential? Jordan Gill describes herself as drawn to work with people on the precipice of excellence.In today's episode, we talk with Jordan Gill, the head honcho of Systems Save Me and the queen of VIP days, about one of her top Strengths, Maximizer. Jordan is a self-made millionaire, business strategist, and fierce advocate for rest.
Her mission is to help high-achieving, diverse business owners. Leaders, caregivers, and parents to ditch the hustle and grind and build a life-first business. Jordan teaches burnt-out coaches and consultants to work smarter, not harder, through her Done In A Day program. Jordan believes that if your business is suffocating rather than supporting you, it's time to change your business model.
Jordan’s Top 5 Strengths are Significance, Individualization, Analyzer, Focus, Maximizer
Catch the full show notes and transcripts here.
Learn more about Jordan or VIP Days* Their website www.systemssavedme.com * Instagram at www.instagram.com/systemssavedme * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/systemssavedme/ * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkKlfSOONuyx1ZLNUkPbH0w * LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilljordan/ * TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@systemssavedme
How do you connect with others and the Earth around you?
Nisha Mody (she/her) shares her work as a Feminist Healing & Life Coach & how she uses Connectedness to find the relationship between all things and make meaning of it. Whether this is about relationships with people, ideas themselves, or the holistic nature of the world, Connectedness helps keeps her curious.
Nisha’s Top 5 Strengths are Connectedness, Positivity, Communication, Empathy, Ideation
Join the Boundaries Course --> https://www.nishaland.com/boundaries-2023
Connect with Nisha ~~
- Visit her website www.nishaland.com
- Find her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/healinghypegirl/
- Join Her Email List: https://bit.ly/notesfromnishaland
For Episode Transcripts, Click Here
Where do you get your energy from, and how does it fuel your business? By reclaiming your time and energy, you can reconnect with the future you want to create and the actions that will help you design a sustainable business.
Kayley Robsham (she/her) shares how her top CliftonStrength of Futuristic has helped inform her journey to refine her signature theme for success. Kayley is on a journey to help entrepreneurs create a sustainable business grounded in pleasure so they can make money the way they want.
Long story short, Stop doing the ish you don’t want to do.
Kayley’s Top 5 Strengths are Futuristic, Individualization, Maximizer, Adaptability, Connectedness.
Find out more about Kayley and subscribe to “The Newsletter” here —> www.kayleyrobsham.com
Find full transcripts for the episode by clicking here.
When was the last time you came home to yourself? In this episode, Kristy Black (she/they) talks about how using their strength, Maximizer, to do strategic branding helps their client find a place in their business where they truly belong.
Kristy Black shares their insight, understanding, and branding process to help entrepreneurs with bright eyes and big why's work toward their dreams.
Kristy's top 5 strengths are Woo, Communication, Maximizer, Positivity, and Futuristic.
Connect with Kristy by following this link --> kristyblackcreative.com/podcast
Full show notes and transcripts can be found here --> www.johannbakercoaching.com/love-your-strengths-podcast/maximizer-coming-home-to-yourself-with-kristy-black/
Have you taken an assessment before and not been happy with the results? In this episode, Kyle Johann-Baker explores the first love letter he wrote to and from his Strengths. This episode is dedicated to the CliftonStrength, Woo (win others over).
Kyle discusses his rode to love this strength and how it helps him be successful in his job and life.
The episode wraps with an overview of what you can expect from Season 1.
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Finding a career you are content with can be challenging, and this is where Julia comes in. Julia is a Career Coach and Strategist with Ride The Tide Collective. Julia talks about how her personal life changed when she started using her CliftonStrengths and how she helps ambitious corporate professionals navigate a career change.
Julia discusses her path to love Learner and how she navigates it now.
Julia’s Top 5 Strengths are Strategic, Learner, Relator, Achiever, Maximizer
Connect with Julia on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliakrussell/
Learn more about Ride the Tide Collective by visiting their website - www.ridethetidecollective.com
Full show notes and transcripts can be found here --> https://www.johannbakercoaching.com/love-your-strengths-podcast/learner-navigating-career-change-with-julia-toothacre
Welcome to Love, Your Strengths. A love letter to, and from your strengths.
This podcast is meant to be an opportunity for us to connect with our strengths in a deep and meaningful way. Each week, we're going to be inviting business owners to share and talk about how their strengths are helping them find success in their business and in their life.
During the episodes we'll celebrate strengths that lie within you and each other. Those things that are really uniquely yours and that nobody can take from you.
So I want you to settle in and imagine possibility with us. If you're looking for a boost of inspiration, then I am so excited to have you here. The podcast will be releasing on a weekly basis.
Sometimes you'll be hearing from a business owner. While other times it'll be me talking about my experience as a Clifton strengths coach.
Love your strengths is going to be releasing on a weekly basis, starting on February 6th.
So make sure to like follow, subscribe, whatever it is that your social media or podcast app requires you to do, because we do not want you to miss an episode of this wonderful season, featuring 13 beautiful, wonderful entrepreneurs.
I want you to remember that you are enough here. You are enough. Love, Your Strengths