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Speak-Up Culture: Building Psychological Safety And Trust With Stephen “Shed” Shedletzky

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In a culture that encourages authenticity, every spoken word becomes a catalyst for change. Stephen “Shed” Shedletzky joins us in this episode to talk about the importance of speaking up and creating a culture that values authenticity and empowerment. Stephen talks about how his fear of public speaking turned into a motivation to find his purpose. He explores the transformative power of embracing vulnerability, the importance of psychological safety, and the notion of what truly constitutes su…

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Improving Leadership: How To Be An Impactful Leader In Your Organization With Ed Batista

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Gracing this episode with his expertise is Ed Batista, an executive coach. Ed recounts his flashpoints leading to his coaching career. He also shows his expertise in working with leaders by providing insights on managing relationships with key employees, improving leadership team dynamics, and transitioning from technical expert to leader. Ed brings so much value to the culture established in the company and how leaders should care for themselves. Why don’t you pause for a minute and ponder ho…

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Simple Seed: Nurturing Resilient And Empowered Children With Katie Wood

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Plant the seeds of gratitude and mindfulness early, and watch the world bloom with resilient, empowered children. In today's inspiring episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Katie Wood, the visionary founder of Simple Seed, who's on a mission to sow the seeds of mindfulness and gratitude in the hearts of young minds. Today, she’ll discuss the magic of gratitude, mindfulness, and the power of positivity, especially when it comes to our children's growth and development. Katie shares how Covid…

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Prep, Push, Pivot: Career Transitions And Limitless Potential With Octavia Goredema

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Your worth is not measured by validation from others; it's discovered by recognizing your own value. Join us in this episode as our guest,Octavia Goredema, author of Prep, Push, Pivot and How to Change Careers talks about the underrepresented women in the workplace and the power of knowing your worth. Octavia shares her journey, showcasing the significance of not imposing limits on your own potential. She reminds us that our potential is limitless, and we often underestimate the power of our u…

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Humanity’s Future Beyond Earth: Ben Haldeman’s Space Mission To The Moon

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Have you dreamt of going to space when you were a child? You can make that childhood dream come true and be part of a space mission to preserve your blueprint in the universe. In this episode, Ben Haldeman, the Founder of LifeShip, shares the unwinding of his space mission to protect and spread humanity’s future beyond Earth. This space movement allows us to preserve Earth for future generations to see. Ben also takes us into what’s next for LifeShip as they move forward towards the future. To…

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Psychedelic Therapy: Healing Trauma And Building Resilience With Hardi Põder

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Embrace vulnerability, face your fears, and transform your traumas – the path to resilience starts within. Join us as we sit withHardi Põder, founder of InLibrium, to talk about personal transformation, resilience, and the profound impact of trauma on our lives. Hardi opens up about his own experiences, sharing how trauma and limiting beliefs held him back for years, even while he appeared to be thriving on the surface. Through his story, he shares how he discovered the power of vulnerability …

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Blossoming In Every Season: Achieving The Work-Life Bloom With Dan Pontefract

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Bloom where you're planted – the secret to thriving in both work and life lies in embracing change and nurturing your growth. Join us as we sit down with Dan Pontefract, a renowned speaker, culture change expert, leadership strategist, and best-selling author of five award-winning books. Today, he dives deep into the lessons and insights from his latest book, "Work-Life Bloom." Sharing his life journey, Dan unravels the power of curiosity, impact of empathy, and the definition of “blooming”. H…

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Reinventing Resilience: Navigating Organizational Change With Paul Thallner

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Get ready to unlock the secrets of building resilience in the midst of organizational change as we dive into another virtual campfire conversation. In this episode, Tony Martignetti sits down with Paul Thallner, the author of Reinventing Resilience to delve deep into the profound impact resilience can have, both on a personal and organizational level. Join them as they explore the transformative journey of fostering the courage and confidence to grow through challenges. Discover how this conce…

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Sitting At The Precipice Of Digital Transformation With Bryan Kramer

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Change can be scary, but it also marks great transformation. Bryan Kramer has sat in the precipice of the changes that happened all around us and that is continuing to make a difference in our lives. Growing up in Silicon Valley before anyone knew it existed, Bryan has seen the exciting and revolutionary changes brought by technology. In this episode, he joins Tony Martignetti to tell us about his journey alongside the changes not only happening in the world but also in his life. Now, Bryan is…

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Spiral Joy: Discover The Surprising Path To A Life Fulfilled With Joy With Ellie Bassick-Trovato

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When you become a beacon of light for someone, many things will unravel themselves and align with your life. That is what happened to today’s guest. Ellie Bassick-Trovato, the Founder of The New Brave, walks us through how she discovered a surprising life filled with joy. She also navigates through the key insights in her book, The Joy Spiral Playbook: Discover the Surprising Path to a Life Fulfilled with Joy. So listen to this episode to spark your light and discover a life filled with joy!

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