Hot Off The HYP!: Recent Episodes
Johannes Boot
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In this final season 2 episode Simone and Johannes discuss common themes that emerged from the past episodes as well as each others futures. What do you think Simone's next hobby is?? 👀
- 40-Under-40 Party: https://grbj.com/40-under-40-party/
- Hot off the HYP Website: https://www.behyp.org/hot-off-the-hyp
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A Nepalese mountain mover, machine maker, and marvelous young professional: Sajina Poudel shares some life stories and her experience making a home in Holland. This episode is about mountains, ping-pong, community, and creating a life that falls into place.
- 14 Peaks: Nothing is Impossible (Netflix) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QH5hBOoz08
- Kids Food Basket | https://kidsfoodbasket.org/
- Gordeaux Consulting -Skill training DISC | https://gogordeaux.com/
- Team at Mission Design and Automation | https://missiondesignauto.com/about-us/
- City of Katmandu, Nepal (Wikipedia) | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kathmandu
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If you’ve never sailed the big lake blue, you’ll want to listen in! Jessica Walters is a nautical enthusiast and the recipient of the HYP Business Leadership Award. This month she joins us and shares her appreciation for individuals, how a background in psychology has led to a terrific career in health insurance, and the importance of mentoring the next generation.
- Jessica's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicawalters73/
- Total Control Health: https://totalcontrolhealthplans.com/about/
- West Michigan Therapy Dogs: https://www.wmtd.org/
- Join the YP Leadership Conference planning team by emailing Ben DeVries: ben@oranjebovenmarketing.com
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Alexa comes back to the podcast as a HYP Leadership Award Winner! Get ready to get energized in this episode. Alexa encourages us to strive for impact, shares her experiences in non-profit leadership with candor, and discusses her achievements with pride.
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexa-redick/
- Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance: https://lakeshorenonprofits.org/about-us/
- Poem -Phenomenal Woman: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/48985/phenomenal-woman
- Outdoor Discovery Center: https://outdoordiscovery.org/
- Take the Enneagram: https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test?ppcga=fixed&gclid=CjwKCAjwnZaVBhA6EiwAVVyv9M7_2-UtpDfSnojgc54co36adKTjHoNqwXypapskRs6FX9SI-r76qhoCs_YQAvD_BwE
- Holland/Zeeland Young Professionals: https://www.behyp.org/events
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Halfway through our HYP Award winner season: this episode is all about community! Raechel is a master at find, creating, and enhancing community. One aspect to consider while listening is Raechel's bias toward connecting with people. Listen to her journey towards embracing the West Michigan community and gather some of the many tips she shares to apply to your life.
- Email: raechel@the-insurance-group.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raechel.kamphuis/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rkampy/?hl=en
- Holland Junior Welfare League: https://www.hjwl.org/about-us
- West Coast Leadership Program: West Coast Leadership Program
- Holland/Zeeland Young Professionals: https://www.behyp.org/events
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In this extended cut episode of Hot off the HYP we get to interview the YP of the Year - Yah-Hanna Jenkins Leys! Check out her amazing story from growing up on a tropical paradise to landing in Holland and how she discovered her journey and purpose along the way. Full of wisdom and action this is a not an episode you are going to want to miss.
- Yah-Hanna's LinkedIn
- Community Foundation
- Women of Color Give
- Women of Color Give IG
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In this first episode of season 2 we meet Simone Weithers and discuss her recent HYP Leadership award for Equity, some of her exciting hobbies, and plans for the future of this podcast!
- Women of Color Give
- Women of Color Give IG
- Holland Area Arts Council
- HYP Website
- Simone Weithers LinkedIn
- Simone Weithers IG
- Wilson Dance Studio: Special Promo Mention Hot off the HYP at Wilson Dance Studio for a $35 Introductory Lesson! (Normally $80)
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Get ready for Season 2 of 🔥Hot off the HYP! We have a great lineup of guests for this 6 episode season -the 2021 HYP Leadership Award Recipients! Also stay tuned for an exciting new format and structure as we pioneer the best way to reach and update our YP community.
Show Links:
- HYP Website
- Sign up for the Home Buyers Workshop!
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A young professional in a financially sound position has more opportunity. I bumped into Dave at an HYP networking event and got to meet him over a cup of coffee and a microphone. Listen in as we discuss the area, investing, and some of the technical benefits of the financial tools at your finger tips. Thanks for your time Dave! Contact Info: Email dave.cook@rehmann.com | Linked In We'll catch you on the next episode. 👍
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Join us on this inspiring episode as Jon brings us along on his "1 man band" videography journey. From video shoots in the woods to high caliber B2B productions, Jon gives us a look at the entrepreneurial possibility in Michigan, how he makes it every happen every day, and his obligation to give everything his best. "Anything less than the best is a felony" -Vanilla Ice
Contact Links: joncolecharron@gmail.com | Facebook: Pine Acres Media | Instagram: @joncharron.v
Example of Jon's work: https://vimeo.com/582523830
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Sami shares with us her experience as a young professional and mother in an exciting industry. Additionally, she enlightens me on the many ways to get involved and the importance of having arts in the community.
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Alex Overbeek joins us on the show today and shares how he got into the finance industry, his journey as a business owner, why he does it, and some nuggets of wisdom.
Contact Information: Alex's Email | LinkedIn Profile | Provisio Website
Book Recommendation: "The One-Page Financial Plan" -Carl Richards
Book Reference: "Never Split the Difference" -Chris Voss
Book Reference: "Antir0Fragile" -Nicholas Nassim Taleb
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AJ talks about local heros, the importance of proximity, and life on the streets in the biggest city in Guatemala.
Website: http://escape-out.org/
Contact AJ: Connections@escape-out.org
Escape the Bubble Podcast: http://escape-out.org/bubble/
"The Hero in Me" Event: https://fb.me/e/3tEe8hSgc
Book Recommend "Bridges out of Poverty" by Ruby Payne: https://www.amazon.com/Bridges-Out-Poverty-Professionals-Communities/dp/1929229690
Parker Street Ministries: https://psmlakeland.org/
Father Gregg Boyle: https://homeboyindustries.org/our-story/father-greg/
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Sink or swimming from hospitality to non-profit, Evan shares his journey and passions on this episode of 🔥Hot Off the HYP. Currently, the Development Specialist at Kid's Food Basket Evan draws clear correlations from the skills he developed in hospitality to his current opportunities, drops wisdom on leaning into strengths, and so much more!
Email: Evan.pazkowski@kidsfoodbasket.org
Kids Food Basket: https://kidsfoodbasket.org/
The Drunken Retort @ Stella's: https://www.facebook.com/TheDrunkenRetort/
Finding your Why Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_leaders_inspire_action?language=en
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How did Andrew find out that moving to Chicago was 46% better than staying in Holland, what is co-housing, and why is it so important for you to be involved in this community? Find out all this and more from Andrew Blunt on this episode.
Contact: andrew.a.blunt@gmail.com
Cohousing Website: https://www.cohousing.org/
Book Recommendation: "Trust: Americas Best Chance" -Pete Buttigieg
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Dive into the Heather's perspective on the fresh coast advantage, artists, and her involvement with My House Ministries in this episode!
https://myhouseministry.org/
heather@myhouseministry.org
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Alexa shares life stories with us, some advice about the untapped opportunities for YP's in West MI, and also calls to attention the importance of time and philanthropy.
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Peter takes us into the woods in this episode and shares his love of sustainable farming practices and the fulfilment he finds when viewing his labors as a creative output.
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Pat brings a unique perspective on why he loves this community, his vision, and how to take on goals.
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What does it look like to settle into a career if your are pursuing a non-traditional route? Why should you work with your whole will and a job you don't see a future in? All this and more on this episode of Hot Off The HYP!
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In this Episode Jared Kimber shares his experience in establishing himself in this area and the 3 key factors that drive him personally.
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