We live in a results-oriented, achievement culture where we value the doing over the being and standing out over blending in. The hustle and the grind are glorified, revered, and the end of the year is usually a time when we reflect on the fruits of our efforts. We look at what we've accomplished from our yearly goals list and calibrate or adjust the direction of where we're headed. One thing is certain, the world around us demands that we keep moving forward.   The end of the year is also...

The holidays are just around the corner, and for many of us, this could be the first time in almost two years or more that we’ll get to see some of our relatives and extended families. These reunions are, for the most part, joyful, but also, there can be some unpleasant tension due to communication challenges. So today, we decided to wear our professors' hats and offer some valuable academic content that we’re sure you will be able to relate to and put into practice to enjoy more harmonious,...

As we return to the activities that filled our lives before the pandemic, many of us see our to-do lists growing. Especially for those of us who have kids; soccer, gymnastics, lacrosse, and all the extracurriculars are back. Throw in a return to in-person schooling, our jobs, and dare we add social lives, clearly, our plates are full. And, while we have plenty of tools to get more done and stay organized, still, lots of important things remain undone. Our guest today, the brilliant Sophie...

We’re celebrating! One year ago, we decided to start this exciting journey in the podcasting world, and we couldn't be happier with the experiences it's offered us. We've learned a ton along the way about podcasting, collaborative creative work, and, most importantly, about ourselves and how we interact with others. We are eternally grateful for the possibility of adding value to your lives with each podcast we create, and today’s episode won't be any different. In this episode, we use our...

We are filled with hope as the world is slowly returning to normal. Nevertheless, spending time in virtual environments is still a massive part of our lives, and we all know it's here to stay. We've become used to having online parties, attending classes, training, coaching sessions, executive meetings, team huddles & stand-ups, all from our couch or office, and sometimes with people from around the globe.  Still, we crave authentic human connection, which remains both scarce and...

What is intuition? Is it our ability to know something without proof? Is it our sixth sense? Is it inferior to reason? Can instincts be trained, developed, and refined? Why do some people appear to have their intuition honed and on point, leading them consistently down the ‘right path?’ How can we tell the difference between our intuition's true voice and wishful thinking, projection, gluttony and fear? On today’s show, we pick Adam Kruger's enlightened brain to help answer the question:...

Leadership is quite nuanced, making it exciting, rewarding, and highly challenging all at the same time. Perhaps, one of the trickiest parts of being a leader in both our personal and professional lives is finding a balance between getting things done while keeping our teams happy, motivated, and proactive with a growth mindset. Our core values and leadership style are made evident in our choices and actions. For Chief Operations Officer, Sam Zehngut, healthy leadership means being...

It was the winter of 2019, life was going great, and 2020 was looking bright! After finishing his doctoral program, Deazell Johnson felt at the top of his game, ready to move into his first teaching experience and satisfied with the opportunities he had manifested. Then, life happened! The pandemic hit, and soon after, in a span of only two weeks, he lost two family members to non-COVID-related deaths. Deazell felt himself slipping back into a dark place he thought he had overcome; where...

Soon after Cherise started interacting with other kids, she realized that her childhood and upbringing were anything but typical. She was born at home, the daughter of Jewish and Christian parents who celebrated both religions but continued seeking answers, constantly exploring new spiritual spaces, trying to find the path to truth. Dinner conversations commonly centered around books such as The Alchemist or The Celestine Prophecy. Cherise realized that most people weren't on the same path as...

Servant leadership is much more complex than traditional leadership, where leaders build walls around themselves, use their authority to tell people what to do, and don’t care much about the people they're leading on a personal level. Servant leadership requires compassion, discipline, consistent levels of energy, emotional and mental stability, and the ability to deliver an A game daily. Being a servant leader is not the easiest choice but certainly the most rewarding, and today's guest, Dan...

Margalit Grunberger’s mother, an Auschwitz Concentration Camp survivor, was a coach before coaching was even a thing. When the world wasn't going according to plan, she used to tell Margalit, "Don't worry, we just need to train our brains to see things differently." Margalit’s mother believed that each of us holds the power to create the life we want and she was steadfast in not allowing circumstances to determine happiness or outcomes.  Adopting this mindset, Margalit became an incredibly...

Our self-concept is always relational, so how we see ourselves as little ones depends on those around us. Our brain adapts to what it understands as the best way for us to survive. Behaviors that we receive positive feedback for are maintained while those that generate criticism are suppressed. We grow up without a point of comparison, often making it difficult to identify any flaws in the ways we were molded. As a result, and without noticing it, many of us confine ourselves inside invisible...

There is a certain stigma around modeling, style, and the whole fashion industry: it’s a cold, superficial environment focused solely on perishable, shallow human characteristics... THE LOOK! And, although there are unwritten rules about how people present themselves and how they are perceived, style and clothing are so much more than mere looks; they can also help someone grow, rediscover themselves, and thrive.  Today, we are joined by Lauren Messiah; she is a style expert,entrepreneur,...

When we talk about creativity, the first things that come to mind are usually fine arts such as painting, drawing, or photography. The truth is that creativity looks different to every person. Today's guest, Van Lai-DuMone, teaches us that creativity is about thinking differently and being able to bring two ideas together that seemingly have nothing in common.  In this episode, the fantastic Van Lai-DuMone helps us tackle today's question, How Can You Incorporate Play & Creativity Into...

Humans  originated in Africa, then spread into the other continents by walking on land bridges that no longer exist. In fact, the Sans, a hunter-gatherer tribe from Southern Africa, has the oldest genetic pool on earth, suggesting that we all come from this small group of people. In other words, as our guest today says, we are all part of the human family.  Today, we are honored to chat with Lauren N. Nile; she is an author, keynote speaker, organizational development trainer, consultant,...

In his book, The Miracle Morning, Hal Elrod talks about the dramatic impact our morning routines have in every area of our lives. According to him, "focused, productive, successful mornings generate focused, productive, successful days, which inevitably create a successful life." In short intervals, from 5 to 30 minutes, we can accomplish many little things that, in total, will have a massive impact on our days and lives. Creating intentional morning routines will make us feel grounded; it...

Perhaps, one of the hardest things to do in life is to find balance. We often see very successful business people struggling in their personal lives, or people with a fantastic family struggling financially. There's no doubt that finding equilibrium in every aspect of life is challenging, but it's not impossible. Today's guest is a great example of this. She discovered the perfect formula for her to have a successful career, raise 4 children, and scale her business during the pandemic....

We each have a definition of success that is unique and dynamic; how success looks to us today could be different from how it looks in a month. And we know, achieving that success is virtually always the making of one person, ourselves. We tend to tell ourselves that we don't deserve what we want, we are not worthy, nor good enough. We rarely stop to think that to succeed, there must be alignment in our lives; there must be joy, love, self-compassion, integrity, good health, and not simply a...

Nowadays, companies are filled with overachievers. We see ambitious, passionate, and well-meaning people who turn the work environment into a super productive space. This infectious atmosphere encourages people to push themselves, improve, and grow constantly. While this work ethic propels companies to achieve extraordinary levels of profit and productivity, some workers pay a high price in the form of exhaustion, frustration, depression, or even burnout.  In this episode, speaker, writer,...

Change is not only a constant in our lives, it also tends to be charged with all kinds of emotions. Nearly all change can be unsettling at times. This mixed bag of emotions can be difficult to navigate and overcome. The challenge becomes even greater when we experience negative changes, or changes caused by an unexpected adverse event. What makes it so hard is the feeling of loss that comes with change and the fear of losing friends, access to places, moments, and the list goes on.  In...

Whether we’re stuck in the 9-5 grind or hustling in entrepreneurship, how often do we ask ourselves, “Why do I do what I do, and what would happen if I didn’t do it?”  Joining us today is Quan Gan, Founder and Owner of Gantom Lighting & Controls, as well as  Creator and Chief Engineer of ZTAG. You would never guess that Quan started out as a haunted house actor! He got hooked, abandoned his corporate job and made a leap of faith. He leaned on his robotics background, his experience with...

There must be as many theories about the secrets to lasting love as there are couples in the world. But we’re all different, what works for some might not work for others. Still, couples who’ve stood the test of time know there are some fundamental principles that increase the likelihood of a stable and enduring love story.  In this episode, we chat with Neal Thornhill, owner of Thornhill & Associates Inc. - a company that handles claims investigations for insurance companies - and who...

At the moment, many of us are juggling working at home and making sure our kids (and we) get the most out of distance learning - not an easy task! We weren't really prepared for this, and while some adjusted faster, many of us are still trying to find that harmony and balance.  If you're in the second category, give yourself some grace! Have patience! And, know that there are ways to shift your deeply ingrained habits, little by little.  In today's episode, we talk with the show's first...

Where does confidence come from? Does it stem from being showered in praise and compliments? Or is it something that's deeply rooted in each of us?  Well, good news, friends! Confidence doesn't depend on external factors… it is developed and nurtured in the mind and comes from the beliefs you have about yourself! That means, we can work on building it, like any muscle. And, if an eight-year-old can do it (yes, we have a surprise guest for you today), then you too can step out of your comfort...