The Goal Next Door Podcast

Our goal is to give you practical and actionable steps to help you create real connections across all areas of your life. The Goal Next Door aims to serve you by interviewing a dynamic range of guests covering topics like Family, Relationships, Work Place Culture, Community, Service and Contribution, Health, Personal development and so much more!

Pt. 1 Shout Out Loud MN for Suicide Prevention 09/12/2023

Pt. 1 Shout Out Loud MN for Suicide Prevention (Trigger Warning: Suicide, Self Harm, Mental Health Issues) Join Shout Out Loud MN co-founders Laura Dizon and Dr. Lisa Lovelace on The Goal Next Door Podcast as we discuss mental well-being and suicide prevention. These two powerhouse women are doing amazing work in their community to raise awareness, provide mental health resources, and prevent suicide- making a huge difference in the world. shoutoutloudmn.com FB & IG: @shoutoutloudmn Shout Out Loud MN is hosting its 4th community event for suicide prevention on Saturday, Sept. 30th, 2023 in St. Louis Park, MN if you're able to attend this FREE event with friends and family! Who do YOU shout out loud for? *Minnesota suicide rates 1999-2017 resource Dr. Lisa mentioned This interview was originally recorded prior to Shout Out Loud MN's 2022 event. For the full interview, visit Amanda's IG: @thegoalnextdoorpodcast @amandamferris @clover.kind You can access mental health resources from anywhere. To find a therapist in your state, visit Synergy eTherapy is named one of the BEST ONLINE THERAPY SERVICES OF 2023 by Forbes Health! #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #community #prevention #awareness #makeadifference #minnesota #wellbeing #mentalwellbeing #podcast #mindfulness #copingskills #support #therapy /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/27941241

Story Selling: Social Media Strategy for Authors 06/28/2021

Story Selling: Social Media Strategy for Authors Children’s author and advocate of diversity in literature Lauren Ranalli joins us to share her expert advice on social media marketing for your book or book-to-be! Lauren is a breath of fresh air as she straight-talks about the journey of authordom and social media marketing. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/19621025

Story Selling: Social Media Strategy for Authors 06/28/2021

Create a Play-It-Forward Legacy 06/21/2021

Create a Play-It-Forward Legacy Mary Kay Morrison, Author, Humor Expert, Founder of Humor Quest, and former president of the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor, joins us on this episode of TGND. Mary Kay has studied brain development and integrated these brain-based play strategies in her teaching curriculum. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/19533677

Self Care for Front Line & First Responders 06/14/2021

Self Care for Front Line & First Responders Richard Morris, retired FWPD Gang Intelligence Sergeant, Certified Mental Health Peace Officer, former United Methodist pastor, Karate Hall of Famer, Ziglar Legacy Coach and difference-Maker extraordinaire shares his expertise on self-care for first responders and front line workers. Richard teaches programs within the law enforcement and military community - so if you are on the front lines or know someone who is, you want these insights to help you go the distance during turbulent times. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/19450274

Conscious Parenting for a Happier Home 06/07/2021

Conscious Parenting for a Happier Home Today on TGND, we're joined by Stacey Sellar, Conscious Parenting coach, and creator of Happier By The Minute. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/19368071

Yes, You Can! The “Dadvice” We All Need 05/29/2021

Yes, You Can! The “Dadvice” We All Need Rob Kenney, Host of the hit YouTube series, “Dad, How Do I?” and author of the book by the same title joins us today to share his journey of how he started and what keeps him going as he inspires millions around the world through his DIY videos online. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/19285697

Hope in the Midst of Life’s Challenges 05/24/2021

Hope in the Midst of Life’s Challenges Life gives each of us our own set of challenges, and sometimes it seems too much to bear. In this episode, Jean Abbott, author of “Misdiagnosed: My Thirty-Year Struggle with a Debilitating Disorder I Never Had”, shares her inspirational story of finding hope in the midst of life’s challenges. Her positive attitude is highly contagious as she encourages others to appreciate the little things in life. Find her at www.Jeanabbott.com /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/19206725

Marketing with HEART 05/17/2021

Marketing with HEART In this episode with chat with Rebecca Rausch, fearless founder and visionary leader of Neon Lizard Creative, an award-winning marketing agency. We discuss Rebecca’s HEART Principle, which guides companies of all sizes to marketing success. If you are an entrepreneur, or business leader and you want your brand to communicate more than pretty words and pictures, and delivers a meaningful message that resonates deeply with your clients, and gives them an unforgettable EXPERIENCE that matters, turn it up! /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/19120379

Meditative Movements 05/09/2021

Meditative Movements Do you ever find yourself wishing there was a way you could reduce anxiety, depression or fatigue, but life happens... which gets in the way of your self care time, adding more pressure, only increasing the need to focus on improving your emotional and functional well being? In this episode of TGND, guest Ellie Peterson discusses her Meditative Movements technique, so you can start to feel your inner power being ignited throughout your day, no matter how busy. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/19036688

Humor that works 05/03/2021

Humor that works Many people have a difficult time seeing humor as appropriate, much less beneficial in the workplace. While we can all agree there are some situations where humor doesn’t belong- TedX speaker and Humor Engineer, Andrew Tarvin of Humor That Works shows us how the effective use of humor can help us manage stress and improve leadership. We had a blast speaking with and learning from Andrew and we can promise you that by the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with at least one AHA to apply in your life /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/18937178

Mental Health First Aid for All 04/26/2021

Mental Health First Aid for All Today on TGND, we chat with Matt Loftus, a licensed Mental Health First Aid Instructor who specializes in training others, across industries, to become mental health first aiders in the workplace. Matt’s Mental Health expertise supports leaders and professionals with his courses and professional training help raise awareness in managing stress, wellbeing and supporting others. Today Matt shares practical tips with us so we can do the same! /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/18850268

Connect to the world by podcasting! 04/19/2021

Connect to the world by podcasting! In this episode, we pull back the curtain on TGND as podcast producer, Dominique, covers what goes into launching, and scaling, your podcast- so you can magnify your message and impact across the planet. Dominique leverages her skills and talents working with entrepreneurs by directly supporting them through their podcasting and digital journey. Dominique helps entrepreneurs cast their voice and expertise so they can reach their audience in every part of the world. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/18767042

Connect with Expert Mental Health Care, from Anywhere 04/05/2021

Connect with Expert Mental Health Care, from Anywhere Dr. Lisa Herman Lovelace, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and founder of Synergy eTherapy, shares some real-talk on TGND about therapy and de-stigmatizing topics around mental health. No need to lay on the office couch for this episode, but get comfortable right where you're at because the doctor is IN! /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/18593807

Connect with your Super Fans 03/17/2021

Connect with your Super Fans Yamilca Rodriguez is an artist, entrepreneur, activist, born in Caracas, Venezuela, and currently resides in Louisville, Kentucky. Yamilca is a Creative Brand Strategist specializing in BrandPsychology and the Co-founder of The Archetype Method. The Archetype Method has its foundation in psychology, utilizing the four major drivers of human behavior. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/18361424

Laughing through life's pain-in-the-butt moments 03/08/2021

Laughing through life's pain-in-the-butt moments Embracing 40 with gusto, Brenda began her comedy, writing, and speaking career, and found a message using humor that resonates with every audience she meets. She has spoken to leaders of eight and to crowds of thousands, and every size in between! Her content is rich in the science of humor and how the way it’s used can benefit both the workplace and daily life. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/18213185

Live Happy 03/01/2021

Live Happy In this episode, we talk to Tom Guetzke, an award-winning speaker and best-selling author. Tom has engaged and inspired audiences around the globe. Traveling to over 65 countries, Tom discovered the self-care habits each one of us can use to boost the happiness in our lives! These proven Happy Habits have emerged from. the science of Happology™ and research in the fields of positive. psychology, neurology, and sociology. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/18115679

Connect to and through your Creativity 02/22/2021

Connect to and through your Creativity Hanna Kjeldbjerg was raised to be a polka dancer, but works in publishing instead. She is the creative director at Beaver’s Pond Press, and has had the pleasure of partnering with over 120 authors to bring their sizable stories to life. Hanna is active in the Twin Cities arts scene as the co-founder of Err Artist Collective, where she curates monthly events featuring emerging writers, visual artists, performers, and musicians. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/18022724

How Practicing Self-Compassion Creates Confidence 02/15/2021

How Practicing Self-Compassion Creates Confidence In today’s episode, we are chatting to Kathy Taylor, author, TEDx speaker, and leadership coach. Kathy’s unique approach has helped transform over 700 client’s businesses, relationships and lives. We discuss how self-compassion creates confidence and Kathy gives us insights as to how we can be more confident and unleash the leader inside. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/17942417

Navigate Grief with Humor 02/08/2021

Navigate Grief with Humor Dr. Melissa Mork is Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology, Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement at the University of Northwestern, St. Paul. She teaches courses in General Psychology, Psychopathology, Counseling, Ethics, and Controlling Adolescent Behavior UsingPsychological Manipulation. She is the author of the book, “Navigating Grief with Humor” She is a Certified Humor Professional and a Grief Coach. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/17862683

Grounding Practice 02/03/2021

Grounding Practice Renew your sense of peace and emotional well-being with this guided meditation and mantras. Use the Grounding Practice daily, or save it for moments you need to regain your inner calm and composure. Brought to you by Clover & Kind and The Goal Next Door Podcast. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/17805572

Keep your cool when facing conflict 02/03/2021

Keep your cool when facing conflict In this episode, we take a look at how to calmly approach different levels of conflict during these turbulent times. It is important to face these struggles with dignity and respect and, in this episode, you will find practical recommendations to maintain composure when dealing with emotional triggers. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/17792378

Connect with Wellness 01/25/2021

Connect with Wellness Chris Pinner is the founder of Innerfit, where he and his team of experts provide Employee Wellbeing Services to companies like the Discovery Channel, WeWork, and Clear Channel across the globe. Chris and the Innerfit team focus on Helping people feel well & work well through uncertain times and consistently see amazing measurable results. He joins us on this episode to help us better connect to our wellness, without ineffective New Year’s resolutions. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/17652110

Connect with your Joy 01/17/2021

Connect with your Joy Ronja Sakata is a Life and Business Coach, Food Engineer, and Queen of Joy. Since launching in 2013, Ronja treats clients to a secret world of joy and energy. /episode/index/show/thegoalnextdoor/id/17576390

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