Stay ConnectedFirst impressions can take only 6 seconds to make! But if you’re neurodivergent, those quick judgments about you can be misleading.
That’s where the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast comes in! Join me, Carolyn Kiel, as I talk with neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creators, advocates & more about their lives and identities. Their stories shatter misconceptions, break stigma and showcase the vibrance of neurodiversity.
Travis Davis remembers the first time he realized the impact of sharing his story -- a simple lunchtime conversation that encouraged him to start talking about his life with cerebral palsy.
Since that pivotal conversation, Travis has become a TEDx speaker, podcaster and local disability advocate in New Mexico. He has a bachelor's degree in English, a master's degree in Adapted Physical Education, and is ADA Coordinator certified.
In this episode, Travis talks about that lunchtime encounter, as well as:
To learn more about Travis and his work, you can find him at the following links:
TravisDavis.net Facebook Instagram EqualSteps.org consulting services Off the Crutch Podcast
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Margaux Wosk is a non-binary, autistic artist residing in Canada, and the owner of Retrophiliac, their own art business. They are bridging the gap between activism, advocacy and art to bring a message of acceptance to the world.
During this episode, you will hear Margaux talk about:
To find out more about Margaux and their work, you can find them on the following links down below: Navigating Life website Retrophiliac Etsy store Retrophiliac on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
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Jasmine Crowe is an award-winning social entrepreneur, TED Speaker, and leader who is working to make the world a better place one cause at a time. In 2017, after years of feeding people experiencing homelessness from her own kitchen, she launched Goodr, a sustainable waste management company that leverages technology to combat hunger and reduce food waste. She has been featured on CNBC, Oprah Magazine, Inc., Forbes, Fast Company, the NY Times, and was named by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the top 100 influential female founders.
Under her direction, Goodr has redirected over 12 million pounds of surplus food from restaurants, event centers, airports, and businesses to the millions of people who are food insecure. Goodr clients include SAP, Turner Broadcasting, Hartsfield Jackson Airport, Six Flags Over Georgia, and many more.
During this episode, you will hear Jasmine talk about:
For more information, check out goodr.co and follow Goodr on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Check out the Everybody Eats website at everybodyeatsbook.com and order your copy of the book!
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TW: Mentions of suicidal ideation, death from cancer
Kathleen Brown was diagnosed with a rare cancer at the age of 13. While her cancer battle was enormously challenging, she felt completely unprepared for the mental health and emotional struggles that came with it: dark feelings, isolation, trauma and loss.
This difficult experience inspired Kathleen to found buddhi, a digital platform with content, community and curated products for cancer thrivers and their family and friends. With buddhi, she is on a mission to support healing across the entire cancer experience. It's a place to bring your realness and leave toxic positivity at the door.
Before founding buddhi, Kathleen worked for more than 25 years on behalf of the cancer community in fundraising and advocacy, for organizations including St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and The V Foundation. Prior to St. Jude, she spent a decade in advertising sales with Disney/ESPN and Comcast.
During this episode, you will hear Kathleen talk about:
Visit the buddhi website at hibuddhi.com and follow them on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
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In this episode I'm talking with Jacob Ratliff, a Client Attraction Coach and entrepreneur, about bringing your authenticity into your business. As a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, Jacob used his identity and lived experiences as the catalyst for creating his business, where he helps entrepreneurs increase brand awareness and visibility, create meaningful engagement, and maintain long-term clients.
Jacob struggled with being authentic in his business at first. We'll learn how he stepped into his authentic self and found success, and as a result, is able to help his clients lean into their authentic, confident, empowered selves to grow their businesses.
Stay tuned to hear Jacob's advice for getting more clarity and alignment in your business as an entrepreneur!
And if you find this episode helpful, then please share it — or let me know how you've used authenticity to succeed in your own business.
During this episode, you will hear Jacob talk about:
Connect with Jacob on his website www.jacobratliff.com and on Facebook.
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Minda Harts is the CEO of The Memo LLC and the award-winning and best-selling author of "The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table." In 2020, Minda was named the #1 Top Voice for Equity in the Workplace by Linkedin. She's been featured on MSNBC's Morning Joe, Fast Company, The NY Times, and Time Magazine, to name a few. Minda also speaks on topics like managing diverse teams, courageous leadership, and advancing women of color in the workplace.
During this episode, you will hear Minda talk about:
If you want to connect with Minda, you can find her on her official website, mindaharts.com, and follow her on LinkedIn.
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"Move forward. Step back and recalibrate. Move forward again." This is how Doug Stevenson, CEO of Story Theater International, has built a successful life and career as a storyteller, keynote speaker, trainer, and coach.
Doug is a masterful storyteller, but his true gift is helping people become engaging storytellers and unforgettable leaders. He is the author of Doug Stevenson's Story Theater Method, and has delivered storytelling keynotes and workshops for leadership, sales, training, marketing, and HR teams in the US and in 17 other countries.
In this episode, Doug shares:
Contact Doug by visiting his website at www.storytelling-in-business.com or email him at deborah@dougstevenson.com. Mention the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast to get a free 20-minute consultation with Doug!
After 28 years as a highly skilled employee, David Shriner-Cahn was told that his job was over. In spite of the immediate trauma and fear, he knew that as his next step, he'd rather work for himself and have more control over his destiny. That was in 2006.
Today, David is a thriving entrepreneur, podcaster and speaker. He guides high achieving professionals who yearn to impact the world with their knowledge and creativity by becoming successful consultants or coaches, following long careers as employees.
He also hosts two podcasts: Smashing the Plateau, which focuses on how to overcome roadblocks and generate long-term business success, and Going Solo, which explores how to reinvent yourself as an entrepreneur after a late-career job loss.
During this episode, you will hear David talk about:
Listen to David's podcasts at Smashing the Plateau and Going Solo. Connect with David on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
Corinna Bellizzi is a natural products industry executive and social benefit entrepreneur. In her professional life as the head of marketing and sales for her clients, she champions social benefit programs to enhance brand development and company impact.
In January 2021 she launched her show, "Care More. Be Better: A Social Impact + Sustainability Podcast" to amplify the efforts of inspired individuals and conscious companies. Through Care More. Be Better, she shares their stories in an effort to show us all that one person with one idea can have a big impact. No subject is off limits -- as she covers topics from refugee relief to payday lending and everything in-between.
During this episode, you will hear Corinna talk about:
To find out more about Corinna and her podcast, visit www.caremorebebetter.com or her social media links:
Linda Maloney served 20 years in the Navy and was one of the first women in U.S. history in 1993 to join a combat military flying squadron. She was designated a Naval Flight Officer (NFO) and is the recipient of numerous military awards, including the distinguished air medal for combat. She also was the first woman to eject from a Martin Baker ejection seat from her A-6 aircraft over the Atlantic Ocean. She retired from the Navy in 2004 and started her second career as a defense contractor, author and business owner.
Linda is currently the CEO of Women Veteran Speakers, the first speaker's agency of its kind that exclusively offers exceptional women military veterans as event speakers, trainers, coaches and facilitators. She is also the Project Director for the Proudly She Served project, which highlights women who serve or who have served in the U.S. military and tells their stories.
During this episode, Linda shares:
Learn more about Linda's work at WomenVeteranSpeakers.com and ProudlySheServed.com and find her on LinkedIn.
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