Courage Permission Slip with Kea Meyers Duggan
Courage Permission Slip with Kea Meyers Duggan is a show that helps you build the courage and provide the guidance you need to make your dreams bigger and more important than your fears. Listen in on conversations with bold, driven, unapologetic, and inspiring people who felt—and still feel—fear, but they decided fear wasn't a good enough excuse to not go after they wanted in their lives.
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Is Everything That I’ve Done a Huge Waste? with Kea Meyers Duggan
08/24/2022
Is Everything That I’ve Done a Huge Waste? with Kea Meyers Duggan
**Warning: This episode includes discussions about suicide and suicidal ideation. Viewer and listener discretion is advised** Welcome to the second season finale of Courage Permission Slip. In this deeply personal solo episode, Kea’s talking about: The danger of not addressing feelings and thoughts that keep coming up What realizations sent her to a dark place Big life decisions she made that brought up feelings of shame and failure The steps she took to help her get clarity on what she needed to do and to begin coming to terms with those decisions The Courage Permission Slip episodes that gave her her own permission slips …and more! Resources: If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or is contemplating suicide, please consider the following resources: Call 988, the Suicide and Crisis Line. Learn more about it here: Black Emotional & Mental Health Collective (BEAM): National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): *** Other Courage Permission Slip Podcast Episodes Kea Referenced: We Can’t Lock Ourselves Down with Toni Purry: I Accept Failures + Setbacks with Dr. Chariya Christmon: Whose Life Are You Living with Christa Shelton + Jess Wass: All Change is a Mess in the Middle with Jess Wass: There is No Step Too Small with Lizzie Alberga: This Dream is Not Mine Anymore with Heather Yurovsky: I’m A Hot Mess with Julie Ha Truong: *** The We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle Podcast Episode Kea Mentioned: Cheryl Strayed: Don’t Let Your Dreams Ruin Your Life: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe, so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. In fact, you can review on Apple with ease . *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #fearoffailure #keameyersduggan #mentalhealth #mentalhealthcrisis #courage #listentoyourownvoice #qualityoflife #values #reset #lettinggo #ambitionrecovery #glennondoyle #wecandohardthings #entrepreneur #podcast
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When Is A Break Coming? with Belma McCaffrey
08/17/2022
When Is A Break Coming? with Belma McCaffrey
Welcome to this episode of Courage Permission Slip. Today, Kea’s chatting with Belma McCaffrey. Belma is the CEO and Founder of Work Bigger, a career coaching platform for dissatisfied high-achievers who want to find their purpose. Prior to Work Bigger, she spent 10+ years working in media and strategy roles at companies like the Associated Press and Conde Nast. Belma is also a refugee and mom, and her work has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Thrive, and other media platforms. In this conversation, Belma talked about: How she dealt with the conflicting emotions of desperately needing a break but feeling stressed about taking the break The danger of not fully committing to the change you seek The trauma of being rejected as a young refugee and how she’s still healing that trauma today Non-violent communication and how it can help you to not think in judgment What actually weighs us down about a task we need to do — but can’t bring ourselves to do it …and more! Resources Get the Anti-Anxiety Notebook Kea mentioned in this episode: *** Connect with + learn more about Belma here: Visit the Work Bigger website: Take the free “What’s Your Superpower?” class: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. In fact, you can review on Apple with ease . *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #fearofrejection #keameyersduggan #overcomingfear #buildingcourage #listentoyourownvoice #highachiever #purpose #fulfillment #buildingconfidence #entrepreneur #leadership #growthmindset #podcast
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[Listener Spotlight] I Wouldn’t Have Been Brave Enough to Do That with Matthew Griffith
08/10/2022
[Listener Spotlight] I Wouldn’t Have Been Brave Enough to Do That with Matthew Griffith
Welcome back to the Courage Permission Slip podcast. Today, we’re sharing another Listener Spotlight. In this episode, Kea speaks with Matthew Griffith. Matthew is a regular listener who is an LA-based filmmaker and storyteller with over 15 years of experience as a director and cameraman on national campaigns, films, and documentaries. He is also the creator and director of the series “My First Dish,” a husband, and the father of four amazing boys. In this conversation, Matthew talked about: What helped him realize your career is not the defining aspect of your life The second voice nagging him in his head and what it wasn’t allowing him to do What Courage Permission Slip episode led him to take action that quieted the second voice telling him he wasn’t enough Three things you need when pursuing goals …and more! Listen to Matthew’s Favorite Episode I’m A Hot Mess with Julie Ha Truong: Connect with + learn more about Matthew here: Check out Matthew’s Work on Vimeo: Follow Matthew on Instagram: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe, so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. In fact, you can review on Apple with ease . *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #selfdoubt #keameyersduggan #selfcriticism #negativeselftalk #bravery #gratitude #youaremorethanyourjob #yourareenough #filmmaker #cinemetographer #screenwriter #podcast
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[Listener Spotlight] I Was the Reluctant Leader with Alissa Leeper
08/03/2022
[Listener Spotlight] I Was the Reluctant Leader with Alissa Leeper
Welcome back to the Courage Permission Slip podcast. Today, we’re debuting Listener Spotlights. In the Listener Spotlights, Kea’s talking with listeners who have reached out directly or shared a review about how Courage Permission Slip has helped them. In this premiere episode, Kea is chatting with Alissa Leeper. Alissa is a loyal listener who was willing to talk about her experience and how, after a 16-year career working at one of the top sports footwear brands in the world, she took a leap of courage to step away, shift her career, and focus back to her purpose. In this conversation, Alissa talked about: Not having a plan after her company’s restructuring efforts What Courage Permission Slip episode helped validate her new definition of success Steps leaders can take to build psychological safety How her favorite Courage Permission Slip episodes get clear on next steps …and much more! Listen to Alissa’s Favorite Episodes Fear Comes Every Day with Robin L. Owens: We Will All Have Many Many Failures with Robin Tompkins: Connect with + learn more about Alissa here: Connect with Alissa on LinkedIn: Visit Alissa’s website: *** Did enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. In fact, you can review on Apple with ease . *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #innerpeace #keameyersduggan #careerpivot #purpose #authenticself #authenticity #trustyourself #selfworth #selfconfidence #rebranding #courageousleader #reluctantleader #womenleaders #womensleadership #fearofspeakingup #speakup #podcast
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Can I Handle It If It Goes Wrong with Natasha Slayton
07/27/2022
Can I Handle It If It Goes Wrong with Natasha Slayton
Welcome back to the Courage Permission Slip podcast. On this episode, Kea’s talking to Natasha Slayton. Natasha is a singer and performer as well as a certified Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor (AWE) and energy worker, with a focus on diet, lifestyle and Ayurvedic nutrition. She is passionate about reminding people of the totality and truth of who they really are, helping them connect back to that state of being to become the best version of themselves. In this conversation, Natasha talked about: How checking in with herself helps her deal with fears more productively Triggering comments on social media and how they impact her What happens when we get too comfortable with ourselves Her pushback on the “feel the fear and do it anyway” trope …and much more! Connect with + learn more about Natasha here: Connect with Natasha on Instagram: Learn about Sacred Heart of Healing: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. In fact, you can review on Apple with ease . *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #emotionalhealth #keameyersduggan #selfcare #fearofrejection #fearbasedthoughts #feelthefearanddoitanyway #limitingbeliefs #buildingcourage #natashaslayton #grl #entertainmentindustry #ayurveda #holistichealing #podcast
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Failure Brings A Lot of Great Learnings with Ana Mollinedo Mims
07/20/2022
Failure Brings A Lot of Great Learnings with Ana Mollinedo Mims
On this episode of Courage Permission Slip, Kea’s chatting with Ana Mollinedo Mims. Originally born in Havana, Cuba, Ana is a global C-Suite Executive and Board Director known for scaling and growing businesses, driving profit, and steering companies during key inflection points. Her expertise includes a variety of business models ranging from Fortune 500 companies to startups and privately-held family-owned organizations in the US, LATAM, Asia, and EMEA. In this conversation, Ana talked about: How being an immigrant helps her provide unique and valuable contributions What she learned by starting a company while working abroad How having a child with learning differences helps her be a better leader Why you can’t learn without having failures …and much more! Connect with + learn more about Ana here: Check out Ana’s website: Connect with Ana on LinkedIn: *** Abortion Resources – Guidance for how to help as a listener or a podcast host – Links to resources for healthcare options, volunteering, protesting, donating, and more – Connect to a network of abortion funds – Indigenous Women Rising is the only indigenous-centered abortion fund in the United States – A comprehensive collection more abortion resources – A list of resources including national organizations and organizations that help with everything from funding to emotional support – A frequently-updated list of corporations who have come out against restricting access to comprehensive reproductive care – Region-specific information about abortion resources in Minnesota and other midwestern states and cities *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe, so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. In fact, you can review on Apple with ease . *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #fearoffailure #keameyersduggan #femaleleaders #femaleceos #workingmoms #leadersofcolor #csuiteexecutives #courageousleadership #knowyourwhy #impostorfeelings #buildingcourage #podcast
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There Is No Step Too Small with Lizzie Alberga
07/13/2022
There Is No Step Too Small with Lizzie Alberga
On this episode of Courage Permission Slip, Kea’s chatting with Lizzie Alberga. Lizzie is the Founder and CEO of Collective Gain, an executive coach, author, and former marketing executive at dot-coms in Los Angeles. She specializes in coaching corporate leaders to find alignment in being unapologetically themselves while operating with a new perspective of modern work and leadership maturity. Lizzie recently relocated from California, where she was born and raised, to a 7-acre certified natural habitat in North Carolina to enjoy nature, clean air, and more space. She shares life with her husband, three kids, and a bevy of animals. In this conversation, Lizzie talked about: Courage and why it doesn’t always equal change Why she’s grateful for the times when she doesn’t feel like she’s enough What may be causing numbness in our lives Ways to figure out where you’re playing small in your life …and much more! Connect with + learn more about Lizzie here: Check out the Collective Gain website: Connect with Lizzie on Instagram: *** Abortion Resources – Guidance for how to help as a listener or a podcast host – Links to resources for healthcare options, volunteering, protesting, donating, and more – Connect to a network of abortion funds – Indigenous Women Rising is the only indigenous-centered abortion fund in the United States – A comprehensive collection more abortion resources – A list of resources including national organizations and organizations that help with everything from funding to emotional support – A frequently-updated list of corporations who have come out against restricting access to comprehensive reproductive care – Region-specific information about abortion resources in Minnesota and other midwestern states and cities *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. In fact, you can review on Apple with ease . *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #buildingcourage #keameyersduggan #livefully #authenticself #alignment #settingintentions #smallstepsbigresults #personalleadership #podcast
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I Expect There to Be Some Turbulence with Jen Szpigiel
06/29/2022
I Expect There to Be Some Turbulence with Jen Szpigiel
On this episode of Courage Permission Slip, Kea’s chatting with Jen Szpigiel. Jen is the founder and CEO of Becoming Iconic, a 7-figure global business & leadership brand that elevates entrepreneurs who desire to create a 7-figure legacy through integral leadership. She is also the host of the Becoming Iconic podcast. Becoming Iconic is all about the real, the raw, and the vulnerable truth about being a female entrepreneur while weaving in the practicality of what it takes to design a life and business you love. In this conversation, Jen talked about: Losing her social media and the lessons she learned What you need to live courageously Personal leadership and why it’s the most profound form of leadership What breaks our trust in ourselves …and much more! Connect with + learn more about Jen here: Becoming Iconic website: becomingiconic.co Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomingiconic/ *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. In fact, you can review on Apple with ease . *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #femaleleaders #keameyersduggan #livingcourageously #livingauthentically #personalresponsibility #personalleadership #leadership #impostorsyndrome #podcast
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The Story You’re Telling Yourself is Way Worse with Lori Fusaro
06/22/2022
The Story You’re Telling Yourself is Way Worse with Lori Fusaro
On today’s episode of Courage Permission Slip, I’m chatting with Lori Fusaro. Lori is an award-winning photographer, and as a dedicated advocate for homeless animals, she's been using her photographic skills to help them for more than a decade. Her book, national best-selling book, My Old Dog highlights amazing senior dogs to inspire more people to adopt dogs in their golden years. Lori is also the staff photographer for Best Friends Animal Society and has many private and corporate clients including Jackson Galaxy, Pet Food Express, Petco Foundation and California Bountiful. In this conversation, we discussed: How Lori forged ahead even though her career path didn’t feel like a viable option Choices she initially thought were selfish actually ended up being courageous Her biggest failure that became one of her biggest successes How being of service helped her get over a layoff What you have be more fearful of instead of the fear of trying …and much more! Connect with + learn more about Lori here: Visit Lori’s website: http://www.fusarophotography.com/ Follow Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/photolori/ *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. You can review on Apple with ease *** Connect with Kea on her favorite platforms! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #negativeselftalk #selfdoubt #keameyersduggan #fearofregret #beofservice #butterflyeffect #careerpivot #podcast
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Those Are My Limits with Luann Abrams
06/15/2022
Those Are My Limits with Luann Abrams
On this episode of Courage Permission Slip, Kea’s chatting with Luann Abrams. Luann is the founder of CEOX, an organization with a mission to elevate women into CEO and board roles. From her time in venture capital, she was compelled to find a solution to the inequities in leadership she saw at growing startups. Luann is also a founding board member of Strengthening Central Oregon Political Action Committee with the mission of recruiting and supporting under-represented individuals to run for political office. In the 2020 election, five of their six endorsed candidates were elected to office, ensuring diverse representation in the local community. Luann has a background in aerospace engineering, and in 2017 she was inducted into the International Air & Space Hall of Fame as part of the Golden Eagles—the winningest intercollegiate flying team. In this conversation, Luann talked about: Why women aren’t being offered CEO roles What she tells herself when she feels fear about moving forward Why gender equity is a life-or-death issue Signs of good leadership …and much more! Connect with + learn more about Luann here: CEOX website: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. Review on Apple with ease . *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #femaleleaders #keameyersduggan #genderequity #leadership #podcast
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We’ve Learned Some Hard Lessons with Nancy Olson
06/08/2022
We’ve Learned Some Hard Lessons with Nancy Olson
On today’s Courage Permission Slip episode, Kea’s chatting with Nancy Olson. Nancy is a consultant based in Northern California focused on leadership development, cross-sector collaboration, and nonprofit success. She also leads professional development programming at Cal Poly Humboldt. Nancy has worked at local, state, national, and international levels, and feels very fortunate to have had a broad variety of opportunities to learn and grow, and - most important - try to support others in their personal journeys. Nancy is a passion-driven person, and her top criteria for considering any professional or personal opportunity is, "Does this feel right for me?" In this conversation, Nancy talked about: The cost of being inauthentic What caused her to ask herself, “What did I do?” The fear of running out of time Why in every circumstance—good or difficult—you do have choices …and much more! Connect with + learn more about Nancy here: Email: LinkedIn: *** Did enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. You can review on Apple with ease *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #authenticity #keameyersduggan #wellbeing #podcast
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There Are No Problems with Dr. Shindale Seale
06/01/2022
There Are No Problems with Dr. Shindale Seale
On today’s episode of Courage Permission Slip, I’m chatting with Dr. Shindale Seale. Shindale is a cultural equity and diversity strategist who employs leadership and performance optimization concepts to help entrepreneurs, corporate and academic stakeholders, and Diversity & Inclusion professionals identify and reach their organizational culture goals. She is also the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Program Chair at the University of California Santa Cruz - Silicon Valley Extension and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Redlands. In this conversation, we discussed: Why talking about critical race theory and DEI are important The role your home life and social network play in your ability to make a change An important question to ask yourself when facing the fears in your way Who you must be in agreement with to achieve a goal …and much more! Connect with + learn more about Dr. Seale here: Visit Dr. Seale’s website: https://seadecc.com/ Connect with Dr. Seale on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drshindale/ *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. You can review on Apple with ease *** Connect with Kea on her favorite platforms! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube:
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[Replay] I’m Gonna Show Them with Micah Fields
05/25/2022
[Replay] I’m Gonna Show Them with Micah Fields
In this episode from the archives, Kea talks to Micah Fields. Micah is an amazing chef who has an impressive resume. He was the youngest to enroll at Le Cordon Bleu School of Culinary Arts, was featured on season 10 of Bravo’s Top Chef, and owns his own catering company called the Iron Catering Crew, where he is also top chef to celebrity clientele. During this conversation, Micah talks about: His biggest personal and professional fears What he does when something he creates doesn’t meet clients’ expectations What happened when someone close to him criticized his idea of starting his catering company Weighing fear and the possibility of regret if he didn’t start his own business Learn more about and connect with Micah Fields here: Website: Instagram: Facebook: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. Review on Apple . *** Connect with Kea! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #keameyersduggan #couragepermissionslip #micahfields
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We Can’t Lock Ourselves Down with Toni Purry
05/18/2022
We Can’t Lock Ourselves Down with Toni Purry
On today's episode of Courage Permission Slip, I’m chatting with Toni Purry. Toni is an award-winning public relations veteran, positioning + visibility strategist, keynote speaker, co-founder of Boost Entrepreneurs and author of My Hype Book. And fun fact: Toni made history as the first Black woman to win Miss Alabama. In this conversation, we discussed: What drove her to shuttering her public relations agency How watching a documentary on Muhammad Ali helped her emerge from her confidence crisis The mindset shift that was a gamechanger for her Being a prisoner of perception …and much more! Connect with + learn more about Toni here: Visit Toni’s website: Connect with Toni on Instagram Learn more about Tony’s book My Hype Book: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. Review on Apple with ease . *** Connect with Kea on her favorite platforms! Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #careerchange #keameyersduggan #celebrateyourwins #progressoverperfection
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I Accept Failures and Setbacks with Chariya Christmon
05/11/2022
I Accept Failures and Setbacks with Chariya Christmon
Dr. Chariya Christmon is a neonatal ICU Hospitalist at Prentice Women’s Hospital/Lurie Children’s Hospital at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. She serves as an Associate Clinician for the Department of Pediatrics at Lurie Children’s Hospital, and is a Clinical Instructor of Pediatrics at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. In addition to her clinical duties, Chariya trains interdisciplinary clinical teams on implicit bias in health care. She is an AVID Prince fan, she’s even been to many parties at Paisley Park. During this conversation, Chariya talks about: Why her definition of courage has changed over the years What nearly derailed her plans to be a doctor The scariest things about taking time for introspection Navigating the fear of losing her love for the only thing she’s ever wanted to do professionally …and much more! Connect with Chariya here: Email Chariya: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #acceptingfailure #growthmindset #keameyersduggan #podcast
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I Don’t Always Have to Be the One with Kim Meninger
05/04/2022
I Don’t Always Have to Be the One with Kim Meninger
Kim Meninger is an executive coach and the host of the Impostor Syndrome Files podcast. She is passionate about empowering women to become more confident, visible and influential leaders. Kim understands the challenges facing women in the workplace because she has experienced them herself. Prior to coaching, she spent over 10 years in the high-tech industry in relationship management. She strives to be the resource to women she wishes she had during her own corporate career. During this conversation, Kim talks about: Something she's admitting publicly about why she didn't pursue her Ph.D. What causes her to be extra sensitive about courage What steps she took to figure out her career move — and the help she had to accept to do it Her recommendations for dealing with impostor feelings What she does when she feels herself falling into the social comparison trap …and much more! Connect with Kim here: Follow Kim on Instagram: Visit Kim’s Podcast: Connect with Kim on LinkedIn: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #askforhelp #impostorsyndrome #keameyersduggan #podcast
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Whose Life Are You Living with Christa Shelton + Jess Wass
04/27/2022
Whose Life Are You Living with Christa Shelton + Jess Wass
Hello and welcome back! Today, we’re debuting Courage Permission Slip: After Hours. After Hours is a casual conversation with previous guests where we’ll dive a little deeper into similar themes that stood out in their respective episodes. For this premiere episode, Kea invited Christa Shelton and Jess Wass back to the show to explore some themes that had a lot of energy in their conversations. Christa is a Certified Personal Trainer and Behavior Change Specialist, and Jess is a Career Coach and Consultant. In this conversation, we discussed: The common barriers that prevent people from taking action on a shift they want to make in their lives How to *not* micromanage your life and career What we’re always getting in our lives—but not always open to or aware of it The ONE thing you have to allow yourself to do Being solution-oriented instead of arguing for your limitations—and shared an exercise you can try …and much more! Connect with + learn more about Christa here: Listen to Christa’s episode: Watch Christa’s episode: Visit Christa’s website: Connect with Christa on Instagram: Connect with + learn more about Jess here: Listen to Jess’ episode: Watch Jess’ episode: Visit her website and grab free resources: Connect with Jess on LinkedIn: Follow Jess on Instagram: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” this episode and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #lifegoals #takeaction #keameyersduggan #anxiety #liveinthemoment #podcast
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I Have to Get Rejected with Mary Blalock
04/20/2022
I Have to Get Rejected with Mary Blalock
Mary Blalock is a Career Coach with a background in recruiting and over 15 years of experience helping people find jobs at companies like Microsoft, Nike, Adidas, and many more. As a public speaker and coach, Mary helps women and non-binary folks advance in their careers through one-on-one coaching, classes, and events focused on topics like: career confidence, salary negotiation, and networking that doesn’t suck. As a self-proclaimed psychology and self-help nerd, she has studied evidence-based theories and developed a program to help you identify your strengths, define your career personality, match your personality with the best career path, confidently tell your career story, and direct you through the roadmap of the job search. She combines her recruiting skills and coaching experience to focus on helping you find work that fits your personality and helps you grow into your potential. During this conversation, Mary talks about: Steps for how to deal with feelings of overwhelm Why getting rejected is important Toxic work environments and how they can chip away at your confidence The danger of waiting until you’re courageous or confident to make a move Community care and why it’s critical for your mental and emotional health …and much more! Connect with Mary + learn more about her here: Take Mary’s career personality quiz here: Follow Mary on Instagram: Connect with Mary on LinkedIn: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #fearofrejection #keameyersduggan #buildingconfidence #perfectionism
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All Change Is a Mess in the Middle with Jess Wass
04/13/2022
All Change Is a Mess in the Middle with Jess Wass
Jess Wass is a Career Coach and Consultant with expertise in high-performance environments. She helps high-achieving individuals craft intentional career paths and high-performance organizations cultivate people-centric work cultures. She's been featured in publications such as The New York Times, Bloomberg, Businessweek, and Thrive Global. As a coach, she works with individuals on challenges such as navigating career transitions and supporting managers and leaders in their career progression. And as a Consultant, she creates and facilitates workshops aimed at helping teams develop a culture of communication, as well as, building diverse, equitable, and inclusive cultures. During this conversation, Jess talks about: The importance of defining success for yourself Letting go of the idea that you have a job or career soulmate How running small career experiments were freeing for her Why sometimes you have to hit rock bottom …and much more! Connect with Jess + learn more about her work: Visit her website and grab free resources: Connect with Jess on LinkedIn: Follow Jess on Instagram: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #redefiningsuccess #keameyersduggan #managingfear #grit
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This Can’t Be Good Enough with Darrell Fusaro
04/06/2022
This Can’t Be Good Enough with Darrell Fusaro
Darrell is an artist, a decorated United States Coast Guard veteran, co-host of the “Funniest Thing! With Darrell and Ed” podcast, and author of “What If Godzilla Just Wanted a Hug?” and "Break Out of Your Box: Be Your Heroic Self.” During this conversation, Darrell talks about: How the military introduced him to meditation and other mindfulness practices The things we all do…but aren’t willing to admit How we can get our minds to work on our behalf The biggest permission he’s had to give himself Why the way we start our day is crucial …and much more! Connect with Darrell + learn more about the resources he mentioned here: Visit Darrell’s website: Check out Darrell’s art on Instagram: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: #couragepermissionslip #shiftyourmindset #releaseperfection #keameyersduggan #peaceofmind
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There’s Always Breadcrumbs with Christa Shelton
03/30/2022
There’s Always Breadcrumbs with Christa Shelton
Today, we’re talking to Christa Shelton. Christa is a Los Angeles-based Nat’l Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer and an American Council on Exercise (ACE) Behavior Change Specialist. She specializes in helping women approach life with confidence through movement and mindset work, and how to work with the body instead of against it. During our conversation, Christa talks about: How she used to be a really courageous person and questions around shifting into playing it safer than she needs to Ways you can reactivate or reconnect with your courage Why it’s important to not be hyper focused on what you haven’t achieved yet The crucial first step toward bringing your dream, vision, or kernel of an idea to life …and much more! Connect with Christa here: Visit Christa’s website: Connect with Christa on Instagram: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube:
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I Don’t Want to Make a Mistake with Christina Steed
03/23/2022
I Don’t Want to Make a Mistake with Christina Steed
Christina is an award-winning communications expert, writer, host of the Firsts Over Forty podcast, adjunct professor at DePaul University, and an avid traveler. During this conversation, Christina talks about: How she excels in an extrovert-rewarding world as an introvert Perfectionism and how it hinders her How she finds peace The importance of giving yourself grace …and much more! Learn more about Christina here: Visit Christina’s website: Listen to the Firsts Over Forty podcast: Follow Christina on Twitter: Connect with Christina on LinkedIn: *** Did you enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube:
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This Dream is NOT Mine Anymore with Heather Yurovksy
03/16/2022
This Dream is NOT Mine Anymore with Heather Yurovksy
Heather Yurovsky, owner of Shatter & Shine virtual career coaching, is your resume expert, job offer catalyst, and career confidante! Her unusual career path from practicing law to growing multiple successful startups to consulting with Fortune 500 companies, has armed her with experience across all functions and a wide variety of industries, including communications, hospitality, wine and spirits, consumer packaged goods, finance, tech, and social impact. As a former COO, she leverages her understanding of what employers are looking for and couples that with her expansive branding, marketing, and sales knowledge to teach clients how to articulate their strengths and value, own it, and get a better job faster and with less stress. Ultimately, Heather’s mission has been fulfilled when her client is empowered to go after the next career move and has the tools to make it happen! During this conversation, Heather talks about: What feels unsafe to her How burnout impacted her life and the vision she had for her career Why starting her own business was actually an act of self-preservation Her fears and actions she takes daily to ensure those fears don’t come to pass …and much more! Connect with Heather here: Follow Heather on Instagram: Visit Heather’s website: Connect with Heather on LinkedIn: *** Did enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube:
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I Have to Do It with Rashad Sharif
03/09/2022
I Have to Do It with Rashad Sharif
Rashad was a Senior Lead Officer, now a Reserve Officer for the Los Angeles Police Department. During his time at the LAPD, he’s gone undercover, worked during the 1992 Los Angeles Riots (or the Los Angeles Uprising), was named West Los Angeles Officer of the year in 2012, and worked in the Community Engagement Section which coordinates Days of Dialogue events. During this conversation, Rashad talks about: Policing from a Black police officer’s perspective Why he dreaded coming to work after George Floyd’s murder Situations that caused his relationships with fellow police officers to sour The thought process he goes through when encountering situations of high personal risk …and much more! Connect with Rashad + learn more about the resources he mentioned here: Email Rashad at: Learn more about Days of Dialogue: For more information on becoming an LAPD volunteer: *** Did enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube:
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I Don’t Want to Leave Things Unsaid with Autumn Haile
03/02/2022
I Don’t Want to Leave Things Unsaid with Autumn Haile
Autumn is a writer and music industry veteran who worked on campaigns for artists like Taylor Swift, Rhianna, and Jay-Z, and she was one of the first to write about Kacey Musgraves and Kelsea Ballerini. Autumn is also the Head of Content for Frank—a financial services + education company for college students—and owns The Vineside Wine Bar in Astoria, OR. During this conversation, Autumn talks about: The lesson she learned from taking a big risk that caused her to fail (or so it seemed) Experiences that caused her to feel like she shouldn’t use her voice How not speaking up is almost guaranteed to effect you Her realization after taking multiple risks in her life …and much more! Learn more about Autumn here: Visit Autumn’s website: Visit The Vineside’s website: *** Did enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube:
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I’m a Hot Mess with Julie Ha Truong
02/23/2022
I’m a Hot Mess with Julie Ha Truong
Julie is the founder of Leadership Savvy and brings 20 years of experience in helping individuals, organizations, and communities realize meaningful and lasting change. She started her career leading cross-sector collaborations. Later, she led talent development and recruitment efforts at two firms. Today Julie is a highly sought-after strategy consultant, leadership trainer, and career coach. She has worked on a range of missions, from arts to education, health to workforce development, ethnic-based and social enterprises. During this conversation, Julie talks about: Doing something that took her 5 years to build up the courage to do The only way you will ever find and build your own identity What to do when you have a misstep Something she supports other people with tackling but is afraid of for herself …and much more! Learn more about Julie here: Visit Julie’s website: https://leadershipsavvy.com/ Connect with Julie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliehatruong/ *** Did enjoy this episode? If you enjoyed today’s conversation and you found us on YouTube, please “like” and subscribe so you are notified when new episodes are available. If you are listening on your favorite podcast platform, before sure to rate and review so that others can find and enjoy this content, too. *** Connect with Kea on social! Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube:
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We All Will Have Many Many Failures with Robin Tompkins
02/16/2022
We All Will Have Many Many Failures with Robin Tompkins
Robin is the founder and CEO of Olive Hill — a consultancy that provides leadership development for executives, private and public companies, and boards. She is also an attorney, financial services professional, educator, philanthropist, and community leader. Robin serves as a global advisor for How Women Lead — an organization that focuses on propelling women into leadership positions.
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Have the Audacity to Keep Trying with Kea Meyers Duggan
11/24/2021
Have the Audacity to Keep Trying with Kea Meyers Duggan
Today, we’re sharing a rare solo episode of Courage Permission Slip. In this episode, Kea is sharing some thoughts on self-worth that were inspired by what came up for her (and for some of you) in Liz Lapp’s episode.
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I Can’t Always Be Courageous with Diane Bradley
11/17/2021
I Can’t Always Be Courageous with Diane Bradley
Diane is the Chief Visionary + Growth Maven of The Goodness Collaborative. Three years ago, she left a 15-year consulting career to start The Goodness Collaborative, desiring to build a workplace that more fully supported people like her — a woman, caregiver, mom, first-generation college graduate — while navigating #allthethings. She has a mix of consulting, design, and psychology experience and she uses a mosaic of these practices in her work every day.
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What Is My Worth Now? with Liz Lapp
11/10/2021
What Is My Worth Now? with Liz Lapp
Liz is a Social Media Marketing consultant at Liz Lapp Consultancy, Podcast Host for The Hoops Talk, and an Agent of Change for Hire.
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