Motivational Mondays: Conversations with Leaders
A weekly conversation with entrepreneurs, authors, and leadership experts to unravel the secrets behind success. Our guests share their inspirational stories and give actionable advice in 20 minutes or less. Learn more about The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) at thens.ls/mmpodcast.
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Uniting to Fight Antisemitism (Feat. Yuval David)
05/01/2023
Uniting to Fight Antisemitism (Feat. Yuval David)
Yuval David is a celebrated actor, host, filmmaker, and advocate. He's known for his major TV Network roles in “Madame Secretary,” “The Michael J. Fox show,” “Beauty and the Beast,” and “What Would You Do.” He’s also the mastermind behind the Emmy Award-winning “One Actor Short,”aimed at uniting the world in a time of divisiveness. Social justice and civil rights are something that everyone must pursue, from David’s perspective, and it's also a part of his Jewish identity. There's an element of activism within Judaism, thought, and philosophy; a focus on repairing the world, soul, and body. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Yuval shares how we can all stand united to fight against Jewish hatred. This week, you’ll learn how being openly gay and Jewish shapes David’s advocacy, about the rise of hate crimes against the Jewish people, and why marginalized groups must stand united. LEARN MORE: >> Visit Yuval David’s () >> Connect on , , , and (, (, (, ( NSLS MEMBERS ONLY >> >> Listen to the to learn about the progress made when people come together and the importance of instilling hope in those who don’t feel appreciated. ()
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Bouncing Back (Feat. Darleen “Coach Dar” Santore)
04/24/2023
Bouncing Back (Feat. Darleen “Coach Dar” Santore)
Darleen “Coach Dar” Santore is a licensed and board-certified occupational therapist. She’s also the former Phoenix Suns mental-skills coach, and a leadership and mental-edge coach to athletes and business leaders worldwide. Her highly-anticipated book, was recently released. In the book, she shares her techniques with the world. () In the past, Coach Dar was asked to elaborate on how she helps others. After saying it was her natural gift and receiving some pushback, she sat down and wrote the actual strategy she uses to help people bounce back. LEARN MORE: >> Visit Coach Dar’s () >> Connect with her on , , , and (, (, (, () >> Read her book, () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn what it means to listen if you really want to level up and why some people just want to be heard. ()
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Propelling Autism Inclusivity (Feat. Tom D’Eri)
04/17/2023
Propelling Autism Inclusivity (Feat. Tom D’Eri)
Tom D’Eri is the co-founder and COO of Rising Tide Car Wash, an organization that employs over 90 individuals with autism in a successful business. He’s also the author of . () Tom’s brother has autism so his family wanted to find a way to help him live a capable life of independence. They started Rising Tide Car Wash specifically to employ people with autism and it’s been operating for a decade. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Tom shares how his business can be a model for other companies to employ people on the autism spectrum. You’ll learn the mission of Tom’s new book, how he’s encouraging other businesses to support workers with autism, and why DEI training must include people with disabilities. LEARN MORE: >> Read Tom’s book, () >> Connect with Tom on his and (), () >> Check out () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn the power of making a difference in other’s lives and why people with autism are resilient employees. (https://thens.ls/415vZlC)
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Landing Impactful Internships (Feat. Philip Wilkerson)
04/10/2023
Landing Impactful Internships (Feat. Philip Wilkerson)
Philip (Phil) Wilkerson is an Employer Engagement Consultant at GMU Career Services. He serves as a liaison between employers and the GMU community to help the school match students with well-aligned internships and job opportunities. Phil grew up in Northern Virginia and graduated from James Madison University. Some educators went above and beyond to support him with career preparation (like crafting resumes, cover letters, and landing internships). When Phil started working at George Mason University (GMU), supporting Black students happened organically. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Phil shares why landing impactful internships is integral to your career trajectory. You’ll learn the purpose of Phil’s podcast, Positive Philter, how Phil supports marginalized groups, and how landing impactful internships influences career development. LEARN MORE: >> Visit Phil's () >> Follow him on , , and (, (, () >> Listen to Positive Philter on & (, ( NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn about Phil’s interest in Afro-futurism and hear more about his podcast. ()
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The Fight to Educate Afghan Women (Feat. Pashtana Durrani)
04/03/2023
The Fight to Educate Afghan Women (Feat. Pashtana Durrani)
Pashtana Durrani is an Afghan human rights activist and community development expert focusing on female education. She's the founder of LEARN Afghan, a grassroots organization established to safely and securely educate girls through a distributed network of tablets using an offline platform. One of the reasons Pashtana's platform is designed to work offline is that Afghanistan has a limited amount of electricity. Offline learning is essential if you're in a mountainous region and lack consistent electricity and internet access. Through Pashtana's program, a student can download and access the content at any time, anywhere. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Pashtana shares the origin of her passion for educating Afghan women. You’ll also find out more about the LEARN Afghan program, how she began teaching English, and Afghani cultural expectations. LEARN MORE: >> Connect with Pashtana on and (, () >> Read Pashtana’s book, ( NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to hear Pashtana recall the importance of her father’s school and her pride in her efforts to educate Afghani girls. ()
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Be Innovative to Rise above the Competition (Feat. Chef Guy Vaknin)
03/27/2023
Be Innovative to Rise above the Competition (Feat. Chef Guy Vaknin)
Chef Guy Vaknin is a world-renowned chef, celebrated for his distinctive plant-based creations. He and his wife developed a signature vegan brand, Beyond Sushi. Since then, they’ve opened multiple restaurants and launched a successful catering company. Guy believes you can start from nothing and achieve your dreams because he’s done it and learned by trial and error. He put in the work and learned as he went, aiming for attainable goals and steadily leveling up. It takes time and patience to build a business but as long as you keep trying, failing, and NOT quitting, you’ll make it. In this week’s episode, you’ll learn how being raised in a Kibbutz shaped Guy’s worldview, the impact the military had on him as an entrepreneur, and what he learned from starting a business from scratch. LEARN MORE: >> Follow Guy on and (, ( >> Learn about his () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn why we love food based on memories and why Guy offers refunds to dissatisfied customers. ()
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Failure is the Best Preparation for Success (Feat. Ryan Leak)
03/20/2023
Failure is the Best Preparation for Success (Feat. Ryan Leak)
Ryan Leak inspires over 50,000 people monthly. He’s the author of the USA Today best-selling book, . His most recent book, , is a Wall Street Journal bestseller. (, () Regarding your future success, Ryan believes you owe it to yourself to take things to the next level. He noticed that some people thrive when others survive, and those who succeed have a different mindset. They didn’t wait for someone else to save them. His newest book contains questions he designed in his executive coaching practice to help people reach the next level. Ryan isn’t about telling people what to do. He provides tools to help you go in the right direction. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Ryan shares the inspiration behind Chasing Failure, how failure is the best preparation for success, common traits of successful people, and the importance of leveling up. LEARN MORE: >> Ryan’s first book: ( >> His second book: ( >> Connect with him on , , , , , and (, (, (, () (, ( NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn the importance of self-care and why self-care is vital for taking care of others. ()
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Happiness Comes from Within (Feat. Jenn Lim)
03/13/2023
Happiness Comes from Within (Feat. Jenn Lim)
Jenn Lim is a speaker, executive coach, and author of . She started writing her book during the Covid pandemic. At the end of 2020, the co-founder of her associated business unexpectedly passed away. () This prompted her to shift gears and focus on a project that encapsulates what it means to embrace the highs and lows of life. She realized that moments are fulfilling and meaningful when you're living according to your purpose and values. Using her stories and anecdotes, Jenn inspires corporations and individuals to seek a more contented existence. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, she shares why happiness comes from living your values and purpose. This week you'll learn the inspiration behind Jenn's new book, how to embrace the highs and lows in life, and how to discover the silver lining of self-awareness. LEARN MORE: >> Visit Jenn Lim's () >> Read her book, () >> Follow her on , , , and (, (, (, () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn about the disconnect from things that could make us happier and why society can’t continue addressing things the way it did in the past. ()
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Do You Have Internalized Passiveness? (Feat. Elissa Bassist)
03/06/2023
Do You Have Internalized Passiveness? (Feat. Elissa Bassist)
Elissa Bassist is the editor of the "Funny Women" column on The Rumpus and the author of . She teaches humor writing at The New School, Catapult, 92NY, and the Lighthouse Writers Workshop. She has an uncanny ability to find the funny in the most challenging situations. () Elissa admits it took her 11 years to write and publish her first book. She prides herself on being an author who tells the truth, but she felt that women's literary voices are only sometimes heard and systemically silenced. So she spent many years figuring out how to make people care about what she had to say. Elissa wrote about topics she knew well, including representation in the media, the problems of sexism and misogyny, the patriarchy in America, and the forces conspiring against women. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Elissa explains her writing, the inspiration behind her first book, and men's unsurprising reactions to her work. LEARN MORE: >> Visit () >> Read her book, () >> Follow her on , , and (, (, ( NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn about Elissa’s discussion on sexism with actor Bill Murray and why men must be included in efforts to stop sexism. (
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Learn the Journey of Caregiving (Feat. Dr. Cynthia J. Hickman)
02/27/2023
Learn the Journey of Caregiving (Feat. Dr. Cynthia J. Hickman)
Dr. Cynthia Hickman was a registered nurse for 27 years. She's also the founder and CEO of , a platform educating people to be proactive and mindful of our elderly population. () Most people only think about the physical aspects of being a caregiver, such as bathing, toileting, dispensing medication, etc. But it would help if we also focused on medical care. Dr. Hickman knows this scenario all too well. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Dr. Hickman shares her personal story about becoming a full-time caregiver and what she learned that could help others going through the same experience. Tune in to learn about Dr. Hickman's experience with becoming a full-time caregiver, what surprised Dr. Hickman most about the experience, and how her work inspired Corey in his family's situation. LEARN MORE: >> Visit Dr. Hickman’s () >> Follow her on , , , and (, (, (, () >> Read her first book, () >> Get her newest book, ( NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn the importance of discussing caregiving plans with our loved ones and why it's never too early or late to talk about it. ()
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Anything in Life Is Possible (Feat. Chef Robert Irvine)
02/20/2023
Anything in Life Is Possible (Feat. Chef Robert Irvine)
Chef Robert Irvine hosts Food Network’s hit show, Restaurant: Impossible. He’s an entrepreneur with numerous successful businesses and the founder of the Robert Irvine Foundation, which gives back to America’s veterans and first responders. Robert wrote his to cover success stories and failures, and shows the pure grit it takes to succeed. The book includes case studies of his businesses that started, and failed and those of Fortune 500 CEOs who bounced back. () It’s not a book that lays out how to find success because that isn’t real life. Instead, it focuses on empathetic leadership, overcoming your ego, and building trust. Those are the integral pieces of success. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Robert shares why he embraces a people-first approach in business, why there’s so much turnover in the restaurant industry, and what inspired Robert to write Overcoming Impossible. LEARN MORE: >> Learn more about Chef Irvine on his () >> Read his new book, >> Follow him on , , , , and (, (, (), (, ( >> Get involved with the () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn why Robert believes in trusting the people you hire and why he’s not a fan of micromanaging. ()
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Visualize Your Reinvented Life (Feat. Robin Arzón)
02/13/2023
Visualize Your Reinvented Life (Feat. Robin Arzón)
Robin Arzón is a two-time New York Times Bestselling author of and . She’s also VP of fitness programming and head instructor at Peloton. She believes that sweat can transform one's life and her story is living proof of that. (, ( Robin was working 80-hour weeks as a corporate litigator in New York City. She thought she’d landed her dream job but she’d count down the minutes until she could move. She lived for running so she spent two years hatching a plan to monetize her love for fitness. She documented her running journey on Twitter, Instagram, and a blog where she found an entire subculture of runners. Two weeks before the London Olympics, she quit her job and moved to the UK. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, she shares how this relocation changed her life and the inspiration for her newest book, . ( LEARN MORE: >> Pre-order Robin’s newest book, () >> Join Robin’s lifestyle membership club, () >> Learn more about Robin at () >> Connect with Robin on , , , , and (, (, (, (, ( NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn how to silence voices of doubt in your head and why Robin was determined to define her own finish line. ()
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Learning Mindfulness and Breathwork (Feat. Zee Clarke)
02/06/2023
Learning Mindfulness and Breathwork (Feat. Zee Clarke)
How does one ancient practice help heal racial wounds, reduce chronic stress, and help you get a raise? In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Zee Clarke teaches us the power of mindfulness and breathwork, and how to use these practices to improve overall well-being. A Harvard MBA who used to lead Fortune 500 teams and Silicon Valley startups, Zee left corporate life and traveled to India where she trained in traditional techniques of breathwork and more. She now works with people of color to help them manage the chronic stress of modern life as well as the myriad health conditions that can result. She is also the author of . () In this week’s episode, you’ll learn what breathwork and mindfulness are and how to use specific breathing exercises to feel better, reduce stress, and even ask for a raise. LEARN MORE: >> Connect with Zee on , and (), (), () >> Buy Zee’s book, () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn how to use big dreams and visualization in connection with goal-setting techniques, and why gratitude is a powerful practice. ()
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Learning to Reduce Our Unconscious Bias (Feat. Dr. Adolph "Doc" Brown)
01/30/2023
Learning to Reduce Our Unconscious Bias (Feat. Dr. Adolph "Doc" Brown)
Dr. Adolph "Doc" Brown is a clinical psychologist, master teacher, mental health keynote speaker, and founder/president/CEO of The Business & Education Leadership Authority. He's also the co-host of the new ABC series, . () He strives to help people get to the root of their unconscious bias and change how they see the world. He says it all begins with understanding the brain, which is designed so you don't have to actively think to survive. The brain plays a game where it tries to match things together. Once it believes it's done so, it stores that data to help us predict the future. The problem is that your brain will match information that is only sometimes accurate. That’s how implicit bias starts. In this week’s episode, you’ll learn how to combat implicit bias, the importance of taking responsibility for your words and actions, and how to identify genuine empathy for yourself and others. LEARN MORE: >> Learn more about Dr. Brown on his () >> Connect with Dr. Brown on , , , and (), (), (), () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn what Dr. Brown means when he says, “We’re only as sick as our secrets,” and why inclusive conversations create teachable moments for everyone. ()
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Compassionate Leaders Empower Others (Feat. Magalie René)
01/23/2023
Compassionate Leaders Empower Others (Feat. Magalie René)
Magalie René is a confidence and compassion expert, executive coach, CEO of Workplace Catalyst, and host of The “C” Word. She empowers organizations, executives, and entrepreneurs to become compassionate leaders who are emotionally intelligent. Sometimes the smallest act of compassion is life-changing. How we engage in the world can make all the difference. The best part is that we get to choose to walk in compassion. Magalie emphasizes that everyone is a leader but we have to choose what type of leader we will be. How will you lead? Listen to this episode to learn about emotional intelligence, how to have difficult conversations with others, and the importance of developing compassionate leadership in the workplace. LEARN MORE: >> Visit Magalie’s () >> Connect with Magalie on , , , and (), (), (), () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn the role accountability plays in successful leadership and why it’s better to ask permission before giving your opinion. ()
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Making Magic Happen through Compassion (Feat. Lee Cockerell)
01/16/2023
Making Magic Happen through Compassion (Feat. Lee Cockerell)
Lee Cockerell is the former Executive Vice President of Operations for the Walt Disney World Resort and author of . () Lee was responsible for 20 resort hotels, four theme parks, two water parks, shopping and entertainment, and the ESPN Sports & Recreation Complex. How did he handle such tremendous responsibility? He believes the key to his success was picking the right people to run the business. He hired experts and trusted them to successfully do their jobs, and that made all the difference. In this week’s episode you’ll learn how to create the culture you want, the importance of cultivating meaningful and productive relationships, and how inclusion makes an impact in the workplace. LEARN MORE: >> Visit Lee's () >> Connect with Lee on , , and (), (), ( NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn why you’re not defined by mistakes of the past and the importance of keeping your life under control. ()
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Gen Z Entrepreneurs Lead Positive Change (Feat. Milan Kordestani)
01/09/2023
Gen Z Entrepreneurs Lead Positive Change (Feat. Milan Kordestani)
Milan Kordestani defies any negative stereotypes of Gen Z. He's a three-time business founder, brand builder, writer, and CEO of Audo. As a social architect, he's built companies that provide active solutions for the future of learning and earning, promoting civil discourse, and supporting independent artists. There's a mistaken belief that Gen Z wants to "burn everything down." The reality is that they want to build things up for future leaders in a changing world. There's a fear that established systems are being questioned by a generation that might not know enough to question it. Milan believes that Gen Z will become successful because they recognize that today's world is far different than before. On this week’s episode of Motivational Mondays, you’ll learn how a pet turtle sparked Milan's entrepreneurial journey, more about Audo, and why a gap year can be beneficial for students. LEARN MORE: >> Learn more about Milan at () >> Follow Milan on , , and (), (), () >> Learn more about and follow on and (), (), () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn why Milan is focused on AI technology and how he wants to use it for positive change. ()
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Reach Your Goals with a Growth Mindset (Feat. Alan Stein Jr.)
01/02/2023
Reach Your Goals with a Growth Mindset (Feat. Alan Stein Jr.)
Alan Stein Jr. is an experienced keynote speaker, author, and performance coach. He’s passionate about helping people change their behaviors and has worked for 15 years with high-performing athletes like Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and Kobe Bryant. Alan’s coaching helped them maximize their performance by showing them how to embrace adaptability and maintain a growth mindset. Alan teaches that great leaders are adaptable. They don’t allow the outer world to dictate their inner world. You can’t allow circumstances, events, and what people say dictate your mindset, attitude, and how you show up. It’s your job to be adaptive to take what the world throws at you and persevere. If a minor annoyance like being stuck in traffic derails your day, you’ll struggle when life throws the big stuff at you. Alan advises his clients at every level to accept the things they cannot change and focus on the things that they can. This week you’ll learn how to adjust your mindset to achieve high performance, the difference between who we are and what we do, and the importance of being adaptable in times of adversity. LEARN MORE: >> Visit Alan's () >> Connect with Alan on , , and (),(), () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn why we should try to positively impact as many people as we can and why leadership will never go out of style. ()
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The 2022 Wrap Up
12/26/2022
The 2022 Wrap Up
Everyone has a story, and it’s our distinct honor to provide a platform where a range of guests can share theirs with the NSLS community. Throughout the year, we’ve heard great tales of inspiration, encouragement, and tenacity. In this special episode of Motivational Mondays, we’re sharing clips from our top episodes of 2022. From real estate mogul Stephanie Shojaee to Broadway star Bryan Terrell Clark, these leaders share what motivates them to find success and change the world. The conversations we have are uplifting, thought-provoking, and intriguing as we hear directly from those who have persevered through adversity to find success. We’ve compiled highlights from these conversations in our 2022 wrap-up episode. Here’s some of what you’ll learn: >> How to boost your communication skills >> The importance of inspiring hope through mentorship >> How to use your voice for change LEARN MORE: >> Check out other episodes ()
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Motivational Minutes with Mitzi Short
12/22/2022
Motivational Minutes with Mitzi Short
Mitzi Short is an executive coach, speaker, co-founder and CEO of New Season Coaching & Consulting Group, and a founding member of (). Mitzi is also the co-author of (). The book is full of actionable advice on how we, as a collective, can fight gender bias. LEARN MORE: >> Read Mitzi’s book, () >> Connect with Mitzi on () >> Supplemental reading: ()
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Building Gender Equality In The Workplace (Feat. Mitzi Short)
12/19/2022
Building Gender Equality In The Workplace (Feat. Mitzi Short)
Mitzi Short is an executive coach, speaker, co-founder and CEO of New Season Coaching & Consulting Group, and a founding member of (). Mitzi is also the co-author of (). The book is full of actionable advice on how we, as a collective, can fight gender bias. Much research has been done on the subject but not on what to do when you come across it. Mitzi and other women feel that bystanders are responsible for speaking up if they see bias or harassment happening. She also states that men are important allies in dismantling a system where women are deemed less than equals. When you recognize that you're contributing to gender bias, the next step is taking action. In this episode you’ll learn about The Band of Sisters, why Mitzi gives actionable advice in her book, and debunking stereotypes and stigmas of women in the workplace. LEARN MORE: >> Read Mitzi’s book, () >> Connect with Mitzi on () >> Supplemental reading: () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn why Mitzi feel’s that we’ve made progress but still have a long way to go. ()
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Motivational Minutes with Kelley Bonner
12/15/2022
Motivational Minutes with Kelley Bonner
Kelley Bonner is an expert company culture strategist, licensed therapist, and award-winning podcaster. As founder of Burn Bright Consulting, she revolutionized diversity, equity, and inclusion training to create safe and diverse workplace environments. In this episode of Motivational Minutes, Kelley shares how many of the aforementioned elements are often compounded for underrepresented groups. LEARN MORE: >> () >> Listen to Kelley's podcasts, and Out (), () >> Connect with Kelley on , , and (), (), ()
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How to Recover from Burnout (Feat. Kelley Bonner)
12/12/2022
How to Recover from Burnout (Feat. Kelley Bonner)
Kelley Bonner is an expert company culture strategist, licensed therapist, and award-winning podcaster. As founder of Burn Bright Consulting, she revolutionized diversity, equity, and inclusion training to create safe and diverse workplace environments. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, she shares how to recognize the signs of workplace burnout and what to do about it. Kelley explains that some people come to the table already exhausted, having dealt with historical inequity about their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, disability, etc. Additionally, they try to cope with social unrest and horrible things happening worldwide. These complicated elements compound the impact of burnout. Traumatic stress is at an all-time high because we’re consuming it nonstop. We must realize that what we're exposed to affects our health. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Kelley shares how to recognize the signs of workplace burnout and what to do about it. You'll learn how to know if you're experiencing burnout, if you’re contributing to your own burnout, and how societal trauma plays into it all. LEARN MORE: >> () >> Listen to Kelley's podcasts, and Out (), () >> Connect with Kelley on , , and (), (), () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn why your work is not who you are and the importance of setting boundaries. ()
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Motivational Minutes with Vishen Lakhiani
12/08/2022
Motivational Minutes with Vishen Lakhiani
Vishen Lakhiani is shaking up the education system as one of the world's most significant learning reformers and meditation experts. He’s the founder of Mindvalley, a mission-driven movement that promotes educating humanity toward higher consciousness, spirituality, personal growth, awareness, and compassion. On this week's Motivational Mondays, Vishen shares the inspiration behind his successful books on meditation and conscious living. LEARN MORE: >> Check out Vishen’s company, () >> Connect with Vishen on , , , , and (), (), (), (), () >> Read by Daniel Goleman () >> Learn about and (), () >> Read about the ()
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Healing the Mind through Meditation (Feat. Vishen Lakhiani)
12/05/2022
Healing the Mind through Meditation (Feat. Vishen Lakhiani)
Vishen Lakhiani is shaking up the education system as one of the world's most significant learning reformers and meditation experts. Vishen is the founder of Mindvalley, a mission-driven movement that promotes educating humanity toward higher consciousness, spirituality, personal growth, awareness, and compassion. When starting a business, Vishen emphasizes that entrepreneurship has nothing to do with your education. You don't have to go to college and get in debt to start a business. The biggest thing that holds us down are the beliefs of the people around us. A positive mindset influences many aspects of your being. Scientific studies have shown incredible results in people who embrace spirituality. In his book, , Daniel Goleman shares a graph that shows the number of growing research studies on meditation. () LEARN MORE: >> Check out Vishen’s company, () >> Connect with Vishen on , , , , and (), (), (), (), () >> Read by Daniel Goleman () >> Learn about and (), () >> Read about the () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn why it’s not enough just to show up and why Vishen thinks meditation is more effective than medication. ()
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Motivational Minutes with Lauren Imparato
12/01/2022
Motivational Minutes with Lauren Imparato
Entrepreneur Lauren Imparato points out that when something becomes your job, it's no longer a passion—it's something you have to do. Instead of running away from something, you should run toward it. Lauren loved her job on Wall Street, and when she left, she wasn't running away from it but running to a better opportunity. On this week's Motivational Mondays, Lauren shares what you should consider before making a transition. LEARN MORE: >> Learn more about Lauren on her () >> Connect with Lauren on and (), () >> Become a part of and (), ()
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Taking the Chance on a New Career (Feat. Lauren Imparato)
11/28/2022
Taking the Chance on a New Career (Feat. Lauren Imparato)
Entrepreneur Lauren Imparato points out that when something becomes your job, it's no longer a passion—it's something you have to do. Because of this, instead of running away from something, you sometimes should run toward it. Lauren loved her job on Wall Street, and when she left, she was running to a better opportunity. The portrayal of entrepreneurship is that it's a holiday. But in reality, you're constantly working because it’s an all-consuming endeavor. You can't take a sick day or a paycheck for granted. Lauren loves it because she’s disciplined and will get things done. Ultimately, your clients become your boss. You’re solely responsible for handling contracts, collecting payments, and taking care of a team. Lauren shares what you should consider before starting a business on this week's Motivational Mondays. This week you’ll learn about Lauren's experience on the trading room floor, why she took a chance on a new career path, and what prepared her to become an entrepreneur. LEARN MORE: >> Learn more about Lauren on her () >> Connect with Lauren on and (), () >> Become a part of and (), () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to hear Lauren’s thoughts about women leaders in business and her ideas about the best type of boss to have. ()
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Motivational Minutes with Dr. Corey Yeager
11/24/2022
Motivational Minutes with Dr. Corey Yeager
Dr. Corey Yeager is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) primarily serving the African American community. His new book, , focuses on the importance of checking in on yourself and guides readers through the process of self care. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Dr. Yeager discusses the struggles the African American community is up against, especially when it comes to breaking away from ancestral trauma. LEARN MORE: >> Read Dr. Yeager’s book, (https://amzn.to/3sWMi56) >> Engage with Dr. Yeager on , , , and (), (), (), () >> Check out Dr. Yeager’s ()
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The Importance of Checking In On Yourself (Feat. Dr. Corey Yeager)
11/21/2022
The Importance of Checking In On Yourself (Feat. Dr. Corey Yeager)
Dr. Corey Yeager is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) primarily serving the African American community. His new book, , focuses on the importance of checking in on yourself and guides readers through the process of self care. One of the goals of Dr. Yeager’s book is to help you change your self-talk from negative to positive. It starts by learning to catch your negative thoughts before they can fester. If a thought doesn’t help you move forward, replace it with something positive. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Dr. Yeager discusses the struggles the African American community is up against, especially when it comes to breaking away from ancestral trauma and raising awareness around mental health. You’ll learn why Dr. Yeager wrote , how to silence negative voices in our head, and how African Americans deal with stereotypes. LEARN MORE: >> Read Dr. Yeager’s book, (https://amzn.to/3sWMi56) >> Engage with Dr. Yeager on , , , and (), (), (), () >> Check out Dr. Yeager’s () NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >> Listen to the to learn the importance of increasing confidence and embracing emotions. ()
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Motivational Minutes with Bert E. Miller
11/17/2022
Motivational Minutes with Bert E. Miller
Bert E. Miller is a recruiter and workplace expert with over 35 years of experience. He serves as CEO of Protis Global and President and CEO of MRINetwork®. As a top recruiter, Bert shares what gets his attention when looking at a resume. He focuses on where the applicant has been, what they’ve done, and how well they did it. He wants a job seeker to articulate answers to these questions honestly and with brevity. In this episode of Motivational Minutes, Bert explains the importance of leading teams with purpose and intention. LEARN MORE: >> Get to know Bert on , , , and (), (), (), () >> See Bert’s thought leadership on () >> Learn more about and his (), ()
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