The California legislature is in the process of creating new laws. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs gives an overview of the new Legislative Bills Pending in California. For a list of the bills he talks about, see his article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/legislative-bills-pending-in-california/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/KA-S6xSz6TIWard Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Monday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features Amy Piper who gives an overview of the 2023 Annual IFWTWA Conference. This annual writers development conference will be held October 1-7, 2023, aboard Princess Cruise Lines' The Discovery. It is open to all food wine and travel writers. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/nAmmmSUBtQ8  The ship departs October 1, 2023 from...

This episode of Big Blend Radio features veteran filmmaker and director Sean Claffey, who discusses his award-winning documentary AMERICONNED - TIME TO RISE, released through Shine the Light Films. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/JF2Hnu6gaqI Over the past few generations, millions in the middle class have been pushed to the edge and even into poverty. Shamed into believing that if they tried harder things might work out, the middle class has been silent. No more. AMERICONNED exposes the...

Supervision is a critical function of leadership that is often overlooked, and yet the quality of supervision is often what makes or breaks a leader—and an organization. Along with being a certified professional coach and speaker who works with social justice organizations, Rita Sever is the author of “SUPERVISION MATTERS: 100 Bite-sized Ideas to Transform You and Your Team,” and “LEADING FOR JUSTICE: Supervision, HR, and Culture.” On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Rita Sever Supervision...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, California employment attorney Ward Heinrichs shares how his Marine Corps training helped him to become a better lawyer. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/marine-corps-training-provides-job-skills/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/J9Cs8X_9Jas Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://shows.acast.com/ward-heinrichs-employment-law Hosted on Acast. See...

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and Soul Journey Doula who discusses the importance of building a legacy of trust. This is Part 2 of this topic, with a focus on Building a Professional Legacy as a business or organization, and as a leader in one's professional career. As always, Lea's 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence, and Communication) are a main part of the discussion. Read her article and hear Part 1 of this...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" show features serial entrepeneur and best-selling author Charles McCarrick who discusses his new book, “Lessons My Brothers Taught Me: How to Transform Your Personal Qualities Into A Successful Business.” Many people ask for advice on how to start a business-but rarely how to succeed in business. Charles McCarrick, founder of Micro-Ant, suggests starting with the question: why do you want to go into business? "Lessons My Brothers Taught Me"...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, California employment attorney Ward Heinrichs goes over employment laws every San Diego business employer and employee should know for 2023. Read his article outlining some of the laws here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/san-diego-california-employment-law/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/6a17ITTEhCU Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here:...

From automated customer service and plastic-wrapped vegetables, to the need for new phones and computers every couple of years, this special Big Blend Radio Earth Day podcast features Glynn Burrows in a discussion about how our simple day-to-day actions of "convenience" may actually be harmful to society's quality of life, small business, and the environment. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/is-what-you-are-doing-costing-the-earth/ Glynn Burrows is a family...

What Will Your Legacy Be? This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and Soul Journey Doula who discusses the importance of building a legacy of trust. As always, Lea's 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence, and Communication) are a main part of the discussion. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-legacy-of-trust/  WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/iE_Tm-VyY-E  Lea is a speaker and workshop...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs goes over California's new laws regarding gig drivers and courier companies, plus, explains some more "legalese" legal terms. See his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/gig-drivers-are-exempt-from-ab5-and-are-independent-contractors/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/8c-v0osdHtA Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here:...

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and Soul Journey Doula who discusses the connection between competence and trust. Hear about how competence effects leadership, teamwork, career development, and more. As always, Lea's 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence, and Communication) are a main part of the discussion.  WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/oKDmHbGgSRs Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who...

Attending a Conference or Business Retreat in Palm Springs? Or maybe you're looking for a sunny and relaxing destination to work remotely? It's all about Mixing Business with Pleasure in Sunny Palm Springs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California.  WATCH ON...

Federal and California law protects certain classes of employees from discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and adverse employment actions. Generally, the law in California protects more classes of employees.  On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs outlines the various Federal and California protected classes. See his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/protected-classes-how-many-are-out-there/ WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE:...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Leadership Scholar and Master Trainer Jonathan R. Kroll who discusses his new book, “Preparing Leadership Educators” (Stylus Publishing). WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/MTnuVu5vqDs Perfect for leadership educators–trainers, teachers, coaches, and mentors of all stripes–who want to refresh their pedagogical knowledge and revitalize their strategies, this practical book book fills a...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs goes over California's 2023 Leaves of Absence Rights that include Bereavement Leave, the California Family Rights Act, Healthy Workplace Healthy Families Act, and Emergency Leave. Read his article outlining the new and expanded regulations here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-expands-workplace-leaves-of-absence-rights/ Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More:...

You've written your book or article and now it's published. Now what? On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer and publicist Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" shares tips on how to promote your written work on social media. Promoting your book on social media is basically a 5-Step Process. Here’s what is involved in creating an action plan: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-to-promote-your-book-or-article-on-social-media/ Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show focuses on business, corporate, and group travel in California's Sequoia Country. Hear about lodging and dining destinations, along with unique meeting, conference, and expo venues, and a fun variety of extra activities to enjoy during your meeting, or if you extend your stay. Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include: - Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia - Kiley Arce - Tulare Chamber of Commerce Located...

Being authentic at work means being true to yourself as an individual. It’s knowing who you are, what you need, and what you want, and being unafraid to stand up for yourself in a heartfelt way. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's new "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley," transformational life coach Shelley Whizin shares the importance of being your authentic self, and how her 3-BE formula will help you at any time, and in any place. Read her article here:...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs goes over the new California employment laws and regulations for 2023 including FAST Recovery Act, Pay Data and Job Posting Requirements, California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), AB 1949-Bereavement Leave, Changes to Leaves of Absence Rules, Employee Rights in Emergency Situations, and Minimum Wage & Salary. Read his article outlining the laws here:...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England, shares how to get the most out of your business travel in England. Hear about unique lodging destinations and meeting venues, attractions and activities, and how tour guides can help professionals "get the lay of the land" according to their business needs. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/bleisure-in-england/ Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday (except this...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Show features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who shares How to Set Your Team Up for Success. As always, her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) are a main part of the discussion. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/setting-your-team-up-for-success/ Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on...

It's a reflective time of year when we look back on the last 12 months, take inventory of our personal and professional lives, and look at what we want to achieve in the future. To help navigate the murky waters of change, life coach Steve Piacente shares insights from his LinkedIn article "For 2023: Go Different, Go Daring," see: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/2023-go-different-daring-steve-piacente/ Steve is a former journalist turned life coach, who is certified by the International Coach...

This episode of Big Blend Radio features David J. Muchow, an award-winning, thirty-year serial entrepreneur and lawyer, who shares some of the insights behind his new book, “The 7 Secret Keys to Startup Success: What You Need to Know to Win." This unique 327-page practical guide, which focuses on both the business and legal keys to success, is a must-have for every entrepreneur, small business owner, student, and business and law schools. This is the one book every startup and growing...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show, Glynn Burrows, family historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England, discusses BLEISURE, the growing new tourism trend catering to travelers who mix business with leisure. This includes regular business travel and sales meetings along with conferences and retreats, industry expos, remote workers, and even digital nomads. As he shares on the podcast and in his article, it's a win-win-win situation for all...