043: Summer Sabbatical: Embracing Breaks and Vision for the Future
Creating the Vision
In the closing episode of season one of 'Creating the Vision,' I reflect on the journey of the past 43 episodes, discussing varied topics and connecting with entrepreneurs and corporate individuals. We highlight the importance of taking a break for personal rejuvenation and planning for an exciting season two centered around storytelling and impactful guests. Key lessons shared include the importance of starting regardless of the outcome, dedicating time to dream and write down goals, and understanding that success paths are non-linear. The episode also features a personal story to...
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042: Save Time and Money in Business Using SOPs with Karl Staib
Creating the Vision
In this episode of 'Creating the Vision', I welcome guest Carl Staib, owner of SOP Guide, who shares his insights into developing effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for both corporate entities and entrepreneurs. Carl emphasizes the importance of SOPs in saving time and money, streamlining processes, and reducing friction in business operations. He explains how simple, focused SOPs can empower team members by providing clear expectations and guidelines, leading to improved business outcomes and personal growth. Our discussion covers topics from the significance of habits...
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041: Styling Confidence and Empowering Women Through Style with Wendy Pomerantz
Creating the Vision
In this Mental Health Month episode of 'Creating the Vision', I welcome guest Wendy Pomerantz, the founder and personal stylist behind Antidote Styles, who has dedicated her career to helping women revolutionize their image and self-confidence through fashion. Wendy, with a degree in fashion merchandising from Florida State University, discusses her transition from retail merchandising to personal styling, emphasizing her passion for empowering women through their wardrobe. She explains her comprehensive process that includes an initial consultation, closet edit, personal shopping, and...
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040: The Power of Stories for Mental Health with Mitzi Ocasio
Creating the Vision
In this Mental Health Month episode of 'Creating the Vision', I welcome guest Mitzi Ocasio, founder of Let's Think LLC and a children's book author, to share her insights on mental health, the importance of controlling overthinking, and leveraging personal stories for healing and empowerment. Mitzi discusses her journey of exploring her mental health through her podcast, 'Let's Think with Mitzi', and emphasizes the power of filtering thoughts, the impact of internal dialogue, and finding peace through spirituality. She also touches on societal pressures, the significance of self-talk,...
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039: Mindset and Mastery: Dr. Andre Caruso’s Insight on Achieving Your Best Self
Creating the Vision
In this episode of 'Creating the Vision', we kick off Mental Health Month by inviting Dr. Andre Caruso, a psychologist and personal trainer for the brain, to discuss the importance of mindset and behavior for mental health. We explore the concept of mental fitness similar to physical training and delve into Dr. Andre's background from hospitality to psychology, emphasizing his work in melding mental wellness with business. The discussion covers topics like the impact of COVID-19 on work habits, the significance of leadership and soft skills in corporate culture, and the evolution of...
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038: Setting Boundaries for Goal Achievement
Creating the Vision
This episode of 'Creating the Vision' focuses on the importance of setting boundaries around our goals to enhance productivity and maintain peace of mind. We talk about the need for clear boundaries and highlight the challenges many face with saying 'no' and the potential consequences, such as burnout and stress, and the episode explores strategies for setting hard and soft boundaries across various aspects of life. Practical tools and resources for goal setting, time management, and boundary setting, including the host's workbook and the Eisenhower matrix, are shared. I also...
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037: Money, Purpose, Power, and Relationships with Richard Woo
Creating the Vision
In this episode of Creating the Vision, I sit down with Richard Woo, founder and wealth advisor at Catalyst Planning Partners, to discuss the intertwining aspects of money, purpose, power, and relationships. Richard, who oversees over 600 million in client assets, shares his life mission and the impact he aims to make on the world through financial advising. The conversation delves into Richard’s upcoming book, 'The Relationship Recession,' tackling the loneliness epidemic and ways to foster deeper connections. Our discussion further explores the significance of understanding one’s...
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036: Elevating Connections Through Kenect with Carroll Van Hook Weaver
Creating the Vision
In this episode of Creating the Vision, I sit down with Carroll Van Hook Weaver, the Director of Leasing and Marketing for Kenect, a revolutionary living space concept. The discussion revolves around Carroll’s extensive background in hospitality, customer service, and housing development, shedding light on her journey with Kenect since its inception in Nashville and Phoenix. Carroll shares details about Kenect’s mission, its distinctive approach to living spaces that cater to busy professionals, and exciting plans for future expansion. The episode also talks about our upcoming...
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035: Transforming Confidence Through Photography with Daniel Wakefield
Creating the Vision
In this episode of Creating the Vision, I sit down with Daniel Wakefield, a former high school teacher turned renowned photographer. Daniel shares his journey from wildlife photography in Canada to becoming an influential headshot photographer under the mentorship of Peter Hurley. He founded TopTier Headshots, combining his passion for genuine human expression with photography to boost people's confidence through their headshots. Daniel discusses the importance of presenting oneself authentically to the world and how he utilizes expression coaching to elicit natural, confident looks from...
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034: The Transformative Power of Journaling
Creating the Vision
In this episode of Creating the Vision, I discuss the importance of journaling for personal growth and well-being. Sharing personal anecdotes and scientific evidence, the episode explores journaling's benefits, including stress reduction, improvement in mood, and increased memory strength. I also share about overcoming a traumatic experience through journaling, emphasizing its healing power. Additionally, the episode offers practical tips for starting a journaling practice, such as writing daily, making it easy to write anytime, and using the journal as one sees fit. We talk...
info_outlineIn this episode of Creating the Vision, I’m joined by Andrew Shayde, a Kentucky native with a remarkable life story that spans Reality TV, graphic novel authorship, and substantial non-profit work.
Andrew shares his experiences on CBS's 'The Amazing Race' and 'Buddy Games,' as well as the Disney Channel's 'Naked and Afraid,' detailing how these adventures contributed to his personal growth, confidence, and approach to life. Beyond entertainment, he discusses his dedication to raising over $10 million for causes related to HIV/AIDS, youth, and homelessness since 2002. He also touches on his acting career, emphasizing the impact of travel on breaking down prejudices and encouraging broader human connections.
The conversation pivots to his work in the nonprofit sector, highlighting his goal to protect and empower those less privileged. Andrew’s current endeavors include pushing boundaries in local TV and continuing his nonprofit work with the United Way. His story is a testament to the power of saying 'yes' to new opportunities, facing fears, and the importance of community support and personal resilience.
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0:00 Intro
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2:04 Experience from The Amazing Race
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4:00 The importance of travel experiences
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6:21 How did he get involved with working with AIDs and HIV related issues and nonprofit
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11:01 Moment of when he knew he would always be the bigger protector person, confidence, and Naked and Afraid
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19:52 What doe his camping now look like
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22:32 One thing you would say to get someone to go camping/in the mindset to go if they've never gone
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26:00 Overcoming fear
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33:01 What's on the horizon for Andrew
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewshayde/
Connect with me
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confessionsofacorporatemom
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-maldonado-smith-a506805/
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Website: https://mmsconsultingfirm.com/