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Episode 130: Crystal Render - Magnificent Morsels + Chef Oct 13, 2022

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Crystal Render is more in tune with her body, her values and her internal monologue than most people. It’s how she knew something was wrong when she was pregnant with her third child, despite doctors and nurses dismissing her pain. After reexamining her, they found five blood clots and double pneumonia—diagnoses that could have killed her. On episode 130, the chef and founder of Magnificent Morsels catering company tells us about how growing up in humble beginnings has led to a life of gratitude. It hasn’t always been easy, but Crystal embraces failure whole-heartedly and works to turn the tests she faces into testimonies of her character. A devoted practitioner of manifestation, she explains the 3-6-9 technique she uses to bring her goals and dreams to life. Show Notes: - Learn more about Magnificent Morsels: https://www.mmcaterz.com/ - Listen to Sarah’s interview with Suzy DeYoung: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-96-suzy-deyoung-la-soupe-founder-chef/id1330322754?i=1000531160658

Episode 129: Lauren Bates - Wild Terrains Sep 30, 2022

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In the span of two months, Lauren Bates left her job as chief marketing officer at Urban Stems and ended her 7-year relationship. As she worked to reinvent herself, she kept thinking about starting her own women’s-only travel company, but it wasn’t until her friends and family encouraged her that she decided to go for it. On episode 129, Lauren shares how she started Wild Terrains and how the business has evolved naturally and in the wake of COVID-19. Long before she started her company, she lived in Southeast Asia for seven months after graduating college. Later on, her experience working at a startup informed her own decisions as an entrepreneur. Show Notes: - Learn more about Wild Terrains: https://www.wildterrains.com/

Episode 128: Paul Delaney - Amend Consulting Sep 15, 2022

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Paul Delaney had one goal at the start of his career: climb the corporate ladder to become a senior vice president of a national company. After all, that was the path modeled to him by his father, at job fairs, and in his network. Then, it all shifted as he got clearer on his purpose and values and expanded his thinking. On episode 128, Paul explains how he came to reject the corporate ladder for a place within a boutique business. As partner at Amend Consulting, he works to foster a collaborative, not competitive, culture where every employee can be successful. Paul was born and partially raised in South Africa, and he reflects on how his native country’s apartheid government impacts his outlook on diversity and inclusion today. Show Notes: - Read “The Earned Life” by Marshall Goldsmith: https://marshallgoldsmith.com/book-page-the-earned-life/ - Listen to Huberman Lab: https://hubermanlab.com

Episode 127: Kelli Stam - Apple + Human Rights Campaign Sep 01, 2022

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After starting out in more traditional advertising roles, Kelli Stam redirected her career to focus on purpose-driven work. She left her corporate job to join the Peace Corps at 40 years old and has since worked as Apple’s global director of social impact marketing and for the Human Rights Campaign. Today, she’s focused on answering the question: How can her work support her life, instead of her life supporting her work? On episode 127, Kelli talks about recognizing when she has been in misalignment, the tragedy that propelled her into making bold moves, and what it was like serving in the Peace Corps. She was based in Nicaragua for two years, and returning back to the U.S. brought its own kind of culture shock. Kelli chooses to center her life and identity around her values, not her job. Show Notes: - Watch or stream “Everything Everywhere All At Once”: https://a24films.com/films/everything-everywhere-all-at-once

Episode 126: Meghan Cummings - Greater Cincinnati Foundation Aug 04, 2022

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Reckoning is a central word in Meghan Cummings’ vocabulary. Her career in nonprofits has been focused on reckoning and rectifying societal problems like racial, gender, and socioeconomic inequalities. But before joining the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Meghan was reckoning with her next career step. On episode 126, the Vice President of Civic Advancement walks us through her work and how she moved forward during a period of self-doubt and uncertainty. By relying on her support system and reflecting on her truths and passions in life, Meghan found the right organizational fit and a new sense of confidence. Show Notes: - Learn more about the Greater Cincinnati Foundation: https://www.gcfdn.org/

Episode 125: Michele Hobbs - OTR Stillhouse + Pet Wants Jul 21, 2022

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All her life Michele Hobbs has had an unbeatable work ethic and a determination to get what she sets her mind to. In high school, she was denied for a loan from Fifth Third Bank but convinced the bank president to give her another shot. Today, she is the founder of OTR Stillhouse and Pet Wants. On episode 125, Michele tells us about becoming an entrepreneur, her leadership ethos and landing an incredible deal on the property that OTR Stillhouse now occupies. She also shares stories about her personal life, growing up on Cincinnati’s West Side and coming out in 1979. Show Notes: - Check out OTR Stillhouse: https://otrstillhouse.com/ - Learn more about Pet Wants: https://www.petwants.com/

Episode 124: Mark Neff - Coach + Author Jul 08, 2022

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Mark Neff is no stranger to pivoting. He’s made drastic career changes—from the business world to hair styling to coaching. Years ago, after getting his second DUI in six months, he decided to finally face his alcoholism and get sober. He is a testament to what can happen when you embrace your authentic self. On episode 124, Mark shares his career journey, his path to sobriety, and what it was like to come out as a gay teenager. Just before the pandemic, Mark sold his hair salon and followed his passion into coaching. At the beginning of the year, he published a book, “Diving Into Darkness to Find Light.” Show Notes: - Read Mark’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Diving-Into-Darkness-Find-Light/dp/0578334852 - Brene Brown’s interview with Father Richard Rohr: https://brenebrown.com/podcast/spirituality-certitude-and-infinite-love-part-1-of-2/

Episode 123: Noelle Van Vlierbergen - Sober Coach + Author Jun 23, 2022

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Noelle Van Vlierbergen says writing saved her life. It gave her an outlet to explore her interior life after years of numbing herself through heavy drinking. Today, she is a life and addiction recovery coach, an author, and the creator of Day by Daybook, a journal for change. On episode 123, Noelle shares her journey getting sober, discusses the benefits of writing, and explains how she transitioned from an HR position at Apple to take her coaching and writing full-time. Today, there are three Daybooks: Classic, Recovery, and Teen. Show Notes: - Get the Day by Daybook journal: https://shop.daybydaybook.com/ - Learn more about Noelle’s coaching: https://noellevan.com/ - Read Noelle’s book, “The Sober Leap”: https://www.amazon.com/Sober-Leap-Practical-Amazing-Addiction/dp/1683507371

Episode 122: Mike Sanford - Software Engineer + Muslim Convert Jun 10, 2022

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After college, Mike Sanford found immediate success as a software engineer. By 23, he was supervising a team of 30, but it ended in a train wreck. Reeling from the experience, he realized his job shouldn’t be the anchor of identity and began a journey to have a relationship with God. On episode 122, Mike walks us through his search for faith, why Islam became his spiritual home, and how his faith has helped him through hard times. He explains some basics about the Islamic faith and touches on life as a single parent. Show Notes: - Learn more about CAIR, the Council on American-Islamic Relations: https://www.cair.com/

Episode 121: Kristal Howard - Public Relations Expert May 26, 2022

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As the director of corporate communications and media relations for Kroger, Kristal Howard was busier than ever at the start of the pandemic. When managing stress from her job and the open-ended health crisis reached a breaking point, she made a pivotal realization: She had her dream job but not her dream life. On episode 121, Kristal tells us about giving herself permission to make bold changes in her life. She initiated a breakup, and this May, left her job to focus on play, travel, and making space for the unexpected. Kristal explains what deciding to go felt like and what’s next. Show Notes: - Read "The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-big-leap-gay-hendricks?variant=32205677625378

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