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Respecting Yourself

Episode 375: Respecting Yourself Episode Notes I find inspiration in artists and musicians, especially during times of growth. Playing piano and journaling helps me express my emotions and relieve stress. How do you find inspiration during times of transition? As I was getting ready to talk about the importance...

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A Confluence of Events and 3 Wake-Up Calls

Episode 374: A Confluence of Events and 3 Wake-Up Calls Episode Notes Sometimes we need more than one experience to raise awareness that a behavior change is required. A confluence of events shifted my perspective and primed me for three wake-up calls that led to reflection, integration, and behavior...

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Mediterranean Wisdom for a Life Worth Savoring with Emily A. Francis

Episode 373: Mediterranean Wisdom for a Life Worth Savoring with Emily A. Francis EPISODE NOTES   JUNETEENTH (Federal and Minnesota State Holiday) Before exploring Mediterranean Wisdom with Emily A. Francis, I acknowledge Juneteenth. This commemorates the day enslaved people of African descent were informed that they were free under...

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The Taste of Joy with Emily A. Francis

Episode 372: The Taste of Joy with Emily A. Francis Episode Notes I didn’t know I needed Emily’s book until I started reading The Taste of Joy: Mediterranean Wisdom for a Life Worth Savoring, released earlier this year. During the Covid-19 pandemic, people moved to bigger houses and smaller...

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Develop a Feng Shui Practice with Julie Ann Segal

Episode 371: Develop a Feng Shui Practice with Julie Ann Segal Episode Notes Julie Ann Segal inspired me to change the energy in my clothes closet and bedroom. With my daughter Olivia’s help, I removed 11 grocery bags full of blazers, blouses, t-shirts, purses, pants, and other clothes I...

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Change Your Space to Change Your Life with Julie Ann Segal

Episode 370: Change Your Space to Change Your Life with Julie Ann Segal Episode Notes Today is Memorial Day to honor those who have died while serving in the U.S. military.  Commemorate this day as you see fit whether attending memorial services, gravesites, participating in parades, working, or gathering...

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A Tribute to My Cherished Mentor, Barbara Winter

Episode 369: A Tribute to My Cherished Mentor, Barbara Winter Episode Notes I participated in an online Celebration of Life for Barbara J. Winter on May 20th, 2023. Barbara crossed over to the other side on October 28, 2022, at age 80, after suffering from a long illness. Our...

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6 Ways to Ensure Integrity in Your Business Records, Part IV

Episode 368: 6 Ways to Ensure Integrity in Your Business Records, Part IV   Episode Notes A sixth way to ensure integrity in your business records is to create a culture of belonging. A culture of belonging promotes integrity. When people feel they belong, they show you who they...

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6 Ways to Ensure Integrity in Your Business Records, Part III

Episode 367: 6 Ways to Ensure Integrity in Your Business Records, Part III Episode Notes I intended this series to be in two parts, but guess what? I can’t do it! I approach this topic and business ownership from a holistic perspective; everything we do in our businesses is...

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6 Ways to Ensure Integrity in Your Business Records, Part II

Episode 366: 6 Ways to Ensure Integrity in Your Business Episode Notes Where there is a business, there are humans. Where there are humans, there are needs. Where there are needs, there are opportunities to meet those human needs. When we neglect meeting human needs, humans get off track...

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6 Ways to Ensure Integrity in Your Business Records, Part I

Episode 365: 6 Ways to Ensure Integrity in Your Business Records, Part I   Episode Notes Integrity with business records and operations is where I like to start with clients—learning how they run their businesses and how they feel as entrepreneurial leaders. What are their vision, mission, and core...

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What the World Needs Now is Integrity in Entrepreneurial Leadership

Episode 364: What the World Needs Now is Integrity in Entrepreneurial Leadership Episode Notes Why does the world need integrity in entrepreneurial leadership now? We have always needed the skillset and mindset of entrepreneurs to evolve and revolutionize our world. Integrity has always been an important leadership value. Why...

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