Andrea DeWitt returns to “Girl, Take the Lead!” Podcast to discuss her new workbook, Name Claim & Reframe Workbook, Your Companion Guide to A Well-Lived Life. Yay!! This is Part 1 of a 2-Part Series.   I had the opportunity to receive an advance copy and wrote the following book jacket endorsement: “Andrea provides a gentle path to examining the origin of our core wound beliefs and limited thinking on a deeper level so we can let go of people pleasing and quiet even the loudest inner critic. Her step-by-step process is a masterful blend of transformative insights and practical exercised designed to awaken an inner power that is both empowering and impactful. Can I get an Amen to that?!”   Here are 3 Episode Takeaways: 1.    The 9 Core Wound Beliefs can help us outline our negative core beliefs and the personality we develop to compensate for those. 2.    The people pleasing inner critic is rooted in fear and is focused on earning love. 3.    We should remember what Andrea’s mom had to say about accepting a complement: “When someone is giving you a compliment, NEVER interrupt.”   As mentioned in the episode: Andrea’s Workbook, Name Claim & Reframe Workbook  Andrea’s Book: Name, Claim, & Reframe Ep. 72, Andrea Mein DeWitt, Name Claim & Reframe (NCR) author, returns and relates her book Name Claim Reframe to female bullying Ep. 48, A Discussion with Andrea DeWitt about her book, ‘Name, Claim, & Reframe’  You can get a free copy of the masculine and feminine trait grid mentioned in the episode here: Website: www.andreadewittadvisors.com – just sign up for the free tool kit. If you have the book, check out page 24.   Event Coming Up:  Andrea has an upcoming NCR Salon on THURSDAY, MAY 16TH Using Name, Claim and Reframe to Heal Past Conflict Zoom 2:00pm Eastern (11:00pm Pacific) $97.00 Program description: What if you could heal past relationships with refreshed vision? Use to use NCR tools to understand past conflicts so you can REFRAME a negative experience with new perspectives and a refreshed vision for the person you are becoming. You’ll learn tools so proactively processing a regret within the structure of Name, Claim and Reframe® and harvesting learning, insights and maybe even some intentional strategy for the future you hope to create.   Link to May 16th NCR Salon   Link to Fall 2024 NCR Theme Programs-Starting September 5   More about Andrea:  Andreas holds a M.Ed. in Reading Leadership from UC Berkeley and is a Certified Professional Coach through the International Coaching Federation and the Co-Active Training Institute. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.   Ways to reach Andrea:  Andrea Mein DeWitt, M.Ed., CPCC, ACC Life and Leadership Coaching | DeWitt Advisorswww.andreadewittadvisors.com andrea@dewittadvisors.com Learn more about her BOOK Watch her WEBINAR Read her BLOG Follow her on Instagram   Ways to reach Yo:    eMail: yo@yocanny.om Website: https://www.girltaketheleadpod.com  Public FB group: Girl, Take the Lead! https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG:  https://www.instagram.com/yocanny  YouTube: @girltakethelead  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

Today we continue our conversation with Kristine Cherek to discuss her book Tread Loudly. In addition to being an author, Kristine is an attorney, executive, professor and philanthropist. This is Part 2 of 2 and we will continue 'going for it like Elle Woods" by discussing key data & research findings, and Kristine offers advice for younger generations, plus what she’d tell her 20 something self. Be sure to listen to both parts of our interview. Here are the topics we covered in the series:      Work friends and their importance·         Having it all (not!) and Perfectionism.         Beliefs.      Elle Woods.       Data (The real issue: normalized gender bias).       Quitting is not failure. Here are the three takeaways: 1.   We can’t have it all and trying to be perfect robs us of our happiness. Others that we think ‘have it all’ really don’t. 2.   We can begin to change our lives by changing a few beliefs within ourselves. Be determined. Be ambitious. Believe in yourself and take chances, just like Elle Woods did! 3.   Quitting is not failure but can be the only way to achieve success in the long term.   As Mentioned: Her book: Tread Loudly: Call Out the Bullsh*t and Fight for Equality in the Workplace   More About Kristine: Kristine earned her B.A. from Marquette University, and her J.D. from the University of Wisconsin Law School. She resides with her husband and their two senior rescue cats.   Events: Kristine is currently doing book signings and events at various locations around the country. Follow her on Instagram for the latest updates!   How to Reach Kristine: https://kristinecherek.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tread.loudly.2023 IG: treadloudly, kcherek TikTok: treadloudly   How to Reach Yo Canny:   Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

Kristine Cherek, GenX, joins Yo to discuss her book, Tread Loudly: Call Out the Bullsh*t and Fight for Equality in the Workplace. Kristine Cherek is an attorney, former law professor, writer, and philanthropist. Kristine began her career practicing commercial real estate law at an international law firm. By the age of 33, she was the general counsel of the nation's largest developer of healthcare facilities. After she left the practice of law, she taught for eight years at a law school in Florida. She now focuses on writing, speaking, and advocating for gender equality in the workplace. Her philanthropic work centers on equity and access in higher education, arts education, food security, and animal welfare. This is Part 1 of a 2-Part series. Here are the topics we covered in the series:    Work friends and their importance. Having it all (not!) and Perfectionism.Beliefs.Elle Woods. Data (The real issue: normalized gender bias).Quitting is not failure. Here are the three takeaways: 1.   We can’t have it all and trying to be perfect robs us of our happiness. Others that we think ‘have it all’ really don’t. 2.   We can begin to change our lives by changing a few beliefs within ourselves. Be determined. Be ambitious. Believe in yourself and take chances, just like Elle Woods did! 3.   Quitting is not failure but can be the only way to achieve success in the long term.   As Mentioned: Her book: Tread Loudly: Call Out the Bullsh*t and Fight for Equality in the Workplace   More About Kristine: Kristine earned her B.A. from Marquette University, and her J.D. from the University of Wisconsin Law School. She resides with her husband and their two senior rescue cats.   Events: Kristine is currently doing book signings and events at various locations around the country. Follow her on Instagram for the latest updates!   How to Reach Kristine: https://kristinecherek.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tread.loudly.2023 IG: treadloudly, kcherek TikTok: treadloudly   How to Reach Yo Canny:  Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email: yo@yocanny.com   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG: yocanny (Yo) YouTube LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

This is a "Girl, Take the Lead!" Sound Bite, which is a shorter episode, building on Ep 149 with Andrea Wilson Woods about her Blue Faery Foundation and the launch of the book she edited, I’d Rather Be Dead than Deaf. We thought you might like to hear some passages from that book to feel inspired during your day. You might want to check out the video form of this episode to see some of Adrienne’s artwork. You can see a clip here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748    As Mentioned: Andrea’s books: I’d Rather Be Dead Than Deaf Better Off Bald: A Life in 147 Days Blue Faery: The Adrienne Wilson Liver Cancer Foundation https://www.bluefaery.org/     More About Andrea:  In 2002, Andrea founded Blue Faery: The Adrienne Wilson Liver Cancer Association after losing her 15-year-old sister Adrienne, whom she raised for seven years, to stage IV liver cancer. Blue Faery’s mission is to prevent, treat, and cure primary liver cancer, specifically hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), through research, education, and advocacy. Andrea established the articles of incorporation; wrote the bylaws, mission statement, and goals; and developed the organizational structure of the corporation. Currently, she attends board meetings, serves on committees, stays informed about liver cancer, and governs the organization. Andrea represents Blue Faery and its mission at conferences, seminars, and special events. Blue Faery has been honored for community service by U.S. Congressman Adam B. Schiff, California State Senator Jack Scott, and the County of Los Angeles, and was inducted into the Burbank Business Hall of Fame for receiving the Best of Burbank Charity Award from 2013 – 2017.   Free Offer: Free sample of the book: https://www.bluefaery.org/review    How to Reach Andrea: andrea@bluefaery.org https://linktr.ee/bluefaery     How to Reach Yo Canny:   Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)  YouTube  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

Andrea Wilson Woods, Gen X, joins Yo to discuss the book she’s edited: I’d Rather Be Dead than Deaf. The book is the journal of Adrienne Wilson, a teenage artist, poet, and Andrea’s beloved sister. Before her death from liver cancer at the age of fifteen, Adrienne expressed her funny, bright soul in this prolific journal. Her musings on life, relationships, music, love, and the beautiful grime of her adopted hometown of Los Angeles leap off the page; her deep sensitivity and perspective are captured in full-color prints of her award-winning artwork. We will all relate to their love story! Andrea is a keynote speaker, a writer who loves to tell stories, and a patient advocate who founded the nonprofit Blue Faery: The Adrienne Wilson Liver Cancer Association. For over ten years, Andrea worked in the education field as a teacher and professor for public and private schools as well as universities. Andrea obtained her master’s degree in professional writing from the University of Southern California; her nonfiction writing has won national awards. Her best-selling and award-winning book, Better Off Bald: A Life in 147 Days, is a medical memoir about raising and losing her sister to liver cancer.  Here are the topics we covered:       Blue Faery Foundation’s mission     Misconceptions around liver cancer       Adrienne’s view of herself as a leader      Challenging the common sense view of grief     Lessons learned leading Blue Faery        Advice for different generations Here are the three takeaways from the series: 1.   Adrienne didn’t see herself as leader but she is taking the lead to teach us about cancer and death through her art and poetry. 2.  Grief isn’t linear or predictable – It took Andrea 17 years to be angry. 3.   Liver cancer is filled with misconceptions with resources lacking to support patients, especially women, and Andrea’s book provides a voice from a patient to patients. As Mentioned: Andrea’s books: I’d Rather Be Dead Than Deaf ⁠⁠Better Off Bald: A Life in 147 Days⁠ Blue Faery: The Adrienne Wilson Liver Cancer Foundation https://www.bluefaery.org/   More About Andrea:  In 2002, Andrea founded Blue Faery: The Adrienne Wilson Liver Cancer Association after losing her 15-year-old sister Adrienne, whom she raised for seven years, to stage IV liver cancer. Blue Faery’s mission is to prevent, treat, and cure primary liver cancer, specifically hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), through research, education, and advocacy. Andrea established the articles of incorporation; wrote the bylaws, mission statement, and goals; and developed the organizational structure of the corporation. Currently, she attends board meetings, serves on committees, stays informed about liver cancer, and governs the organization. Andrea represents Blue Faery and its mission at conferences, seminars, and special events. Blue Faery has been honored for community service by U.S. Congressman Adam B. Schiff, California State Senator Jack Scott, and the County of Los Angeles, and was inducted into the Burbank Business Hall of Fame for receiving the Best of Burbank Charity Award from 2013 – 2017. Free Offer:  Free sample of the book: https://www.bluefaery.org/review     How to Reach Andrea: andrea@bluefaery.org   https://linktr.ee/bluefaery   How to Reach Yo Canny:   Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

This is a Sound Bite episode that builds on our previous episode with Bernadette Smith where we talked about Diversity, Equality and Inclusion efforts covering a variety of topics. One of them was about empathy and sincerity. While we have covered this topic with Brené Brown’s book, Atlas of the Heart, I found another which you might find interesting: David Brooks’ book: How to know a Person – the Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen. And in today’s episode I’ll concentrate on his chapter called the Art of Empathy. Here are the topics we covered: What gets in the way of being empatheticThe 3 empathetic skillsPractices to build empathetic talentsWays empaths see the world differently As Mentioned: David Brooks’ book: How To Know A Person, The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen ⁠Ep⁠⁠. 15, Part 1 of 3 – Atlas of the Heart (Brené Brown) – How do the emotions, Empathy and Compassion, relate to leadership?  Ep. 145, Part 1 of 2 – Navigating Relationships with Candor and Trust – Insights from Peter Yaholkovsky & Sue Staker Ep. 82, Book Discussion: Trust Yourself, Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work by Melody Wilding Ep. 76, “Don’t Take It So Personally!” & Emotional Intelligence Ep. 80, Book Discussion: Emotional Agility by Susan David PhD with Help From The Velveteen Rabbit    More About David Brooks:  David Brooks is an op-ed columnist for the NY Times and a writer for the Atlantic and appears regularly on PBS NewsHour. He’s had several best sellers including The Second Mountain, The Road to Character, and the Social Animal.   How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

Bernadette Smith, Gen X, joins Yo to talk about her book, 'Inclusive 360: Proven Solutions for an Equitable Organization' and provides rich insights into Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). In addition to being an award-winning author of four books and diversity expert, Bernadette is founder and CEO of Equality Institute. The Equality Institute’s mission is to help organizations fulfill the promise of diversity by embedding equity and inclusion into organizational systems and culture, enhancing outcomes for everyone. Their vision is for a world where every human feels safe to express their authentic selves. Equality Institute is a certified woman and LGBTQ+-owned business. Here are the topics we covered:      Celebrating Good DEI Vibes      ARC (Ask, Respect, Connect)       Unconscious Bias       Equality & Equity     Power & Privilege         Influence Here are three takeaways from today’s episode: 1.   DEI should not just live in Human Resources – it needs to live across all functions of an organization. 2.   We can have a genuine feeling of hope about DEI efforts and not be overwhelmed or be fearful – we’re all going to make mistakes and we can learn the most from things that are not working. 3.   It is up to all of us to use our own power, influence, and privilege to lift and help others!   As Mentioned: Her book: Inclusive 360   Her podcast: 5 Things In 15 Minutes The Podcast: Bringing Good Vibes to DEI   Her Newsletter: https://www.theequalityinstitute.com/5-things   ARC (Free cheat sheet) https://www.theequalityinstitute.com/arc-method   Equality & Equity Image: https://interactioninstitute.org/illustrating-equality-vs-equity/   Wheel of Power & Privilege Image: https://kb.wisc.edu/instructional-resources/page.php?id=119380   Other GTTL Episodes About DEI:   Ep. 19: A Model for diversity, belonging, equity, and justice leadership! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/DDTc1bWNjIb   Ep. 65, The Power of Latino Leadership, Our Culture, Inclusion & Contribution https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/rAmtSxYNjIb   Ep. 73, Discussing Access Denied, Addressing Workplace Disparities and Discrimination with Author, Brenda Harrington https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/vTfMyVZNjIb   Ep. 88, Keeping Your Seat At the Table with Nori Jabbi: Ageism, Confidence & Courage https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/JjFoE41NjIb   Ep. 94, Courtnei Lee Joins Us to Discuss OYT Cosmetics, Plus Authenticity & Beauty https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/9iiFg31NjIb   Ep 103, Balancing Belonging and Uniqueness: The Heart of DEI Leadership https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ZNNwIKJ1SHb   Ep. 104, DEI in Focus: Examples of Navigating Complexity https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/1cgLtKJ1SHb   More About Bernadette: Bernadette has presented to enthusiastic audiences of CEOs, associations, entrepreneurs, leadership teams, sales professionals, account executives, marketing executives, human resource managers and more. Her expertise has been sought after by the New York Times, Forbes, the Washington Post, and Fast Company, among many others, and she’s appeared on the Today Show, the BBC, National Public Radio, and CNN. Bernadette has been named one of Chicago’s Notable LGBTQ Executives by Crain’s Chicago Business and hosts the weekly podcast 5 Things in 15 Minutes: Bringing Good Vibes to DEI. When she’s not busy speaking, you can probably find her on a local pickleball court!   How to Reach Bernadette:  info@theequalityinstitute.com   https://www.theequalityinstitute.com   www.BernadetteSmith.com   How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  email: yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny YouTube LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

This is Part 2 of a 2-Part Series: Peter Yaholkovsky and his partner in life, Sue Staker, Boomers, join Yo to discuss Peter’s book, Listening for Candor: Building Trust in Relationships that Matter, which illuminates a path for trust conversations by starting with a shared sense of what matters. Peter has an extensive background in the linguistic foundations of trust and communication, having studied and worked with Dr. Fernando Flores since the 1980's and being certified by the Strozzi Institute as a Master Somatic Coach. Over the past three decades, Peter has coached families and executive teams in building and restoring trust. In addition to being life partners for 25 years, Peter and Sue worked together as part of the Williams Group team to bring trust building skills to wealthy families. Here are the topics we covered in this 2-part series:       What is candor and how can it build trust with others?        What is the role that emotionality and intention play in relationships?    How does trust differ in personal and professional settings?    What does power have to do with listening with candor?       What elements need to be present to “save” a relationship and when to let it go? Here are the three takeaways from the series: 1.   The “truth” of Candor is sincerity about one’s intention and care—about ‘what matters’—a departure from speaking “honestly” or being “right” about the past. 2.   Sincere engagement is to want to understand another more fully. 3.   Vulnerability to a power differential can wreak havoc in conversations when “what matters” is protecting oneself from the risks of engagement.  As Mentioned:  Peter’s book: Listening for Candor: Building Trust in Relationships that Matter   The Williams Group: https://www.thewilliamsgroup.org/ Dr. Fernando Flores: ⁠https://conversationsforaction.com/fernando-flores⁠ Strozzi Institute: ⁠https://strozziinstitute.com/   More About Peter & Sue: Prior to his consulting career, Peter practiced Internal Medicine as a Board Certified Internist after graduating from Stanford University and UC Davis Medical School. Sue has done executive coaching for some 20 years.   How to Reach Peter & Sue: The contact link at peter-yaholkovsky.com (Website) How to Reach Yo Canny:   Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

Peter Yaholkovsky and his partner in life, Sue Staker, Boomers, join Yo to discuss Peter’s book, Listening for Candor: Building Trust in Relationships that Matter, which illuminates a path for trust conversations by starting with a shared sense of what matters. Peter has an extensive background in the linguistic foundations of trust and communication, having studied and worked with Dr. Fernando Flores since the 1980's and being certified by the Strozzi Institute as a Master Somatic Coach. Over the past three decades, Peter has coached families and executive teams in building and restoring trust. In addition to being life partners for 25 years, Peter and Sue worked together as part of the Williams Group team to bring trust building skills to wealthy families. Topics covered in this 2-part series:     What is candor and how can it build trust with others?      What is the role that emotionality and intention play in relationships?   How does trust differ in personal and professional settings?     What does power have to do with listening with candor?          What elements need to be present to “save” a relationship and when to let it go? 3 takeaways from the series: The “truth” of Candor is sincerity about one’s intention and care—about ‘what matters’—a departure from speaking “honestly” or being “right” about the past. Sincere engagement is to want to understand another more fully.    Vulnerability to a power differential can wreak havoc in conversations when “what matters” is protecting oneself from the risks of engagement. As Mentioned: Peter’s book: ⁠⁠Listening for Candor: Building Trust in Relationships that Matter⁠⁠   The Williams Group: ⁠⁠https://www.thewilliamsgroup.org/⁠⁠ Dr. Fernando Flores: ⁠https://conversationsforaction.com/fernando-flores⁠ Strozzi Institute: ⁠https://strozziinstitute.com/⁠ More About Peter & Sue:  Prior to his consulting career, Peter practiced Internal Medicine as a Board Certified Internist after graduating from Stanford University and UC Davis Medical School. Sue has done executive coaching for some 20 years. How to Reach Peter & Sue: The contact link at peter-yaholkovsky.com (Website) How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: ⁠⁠www.girltaketheleadpod.com ⁠⁠ You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: ⁠⁠yo@yocanny.com⁠⁠ (Yo)  FB group: Girl, Take the Lead ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share⁠⁠  IG: yocanny (Yo) ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/⁠

In our previous episode with Julianna Newland we talked about the importance of humor in leadership and I was reminded of our 2nd podcast episode with my sister-in-law, Andrea Canny, and neurohumorist, Karyn Buxman, where we also explored humor in leadership. Here are some of the topics we covered in Ep 2: The science of laughter and what happens in the brainHumor TheoryBenefits of humor in enhancing approachability, trust, health and wellbeing.Humor used as a tool or weaponPromoting good leadership with humorAppropriate use of humor when there are power differentials involved Generational differences in humor perception Ep 2, Is Leadership Funny? Mentioned in this Episode: Laughter Website: https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/emotions/laughter.htm   Dancing Parrot to ‘Billie Jean” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYOS5KvlXN8&t=24s   Die Hard movie clip   LinkedIn laughter articles   How to reach Yo Canny:    Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

Julianna Newland, boomer, joins Yo to talk about her book, All Up In Your Bizness. Julianna is an accomplished author and communication expert whose journey through the realm of words and public affairs has shaped her unique perspective. Raised in the vibrant city of Indianapolis, Indiana, Julianna's earlier educational foundation was laid under the guidance of nuns. Her intellectual curiosity led her to the University of Indianapolis, where she pursued a dual major in English and political science. This academic fusion served as the launch pad for a remarkable career that has spanned over three decades. Julianna's professional path took her through various influential roles, including a substantial tenure with a Fortune 500 company, service within state government, contributions to two nonprofit organizations, and active participation in a prominent trade association. Throughout her diverse career, Julianna's unique blend of writing acumen and expertise in public affairs, government relations, lobbying, and fundraising consistently set her apart. Here are the topics we covered:      Book interviews, a creative muse, and cocktail configurations.     The importance of humor in any situation. Feedback from book readers. The ‘Good Ole Boys Club’. Women helping women. Here are the three takeaways from today’s episode: 1.   A sense of humor is needed to neutralize stress and manage our business. 2.   Mentor and work friends are important resources. 3.   As women advance up the ladder, it’s imperative to help the next women up.   As Mentioned: Her book: All Up In Your Bizness.  Ep 2, Is Leadership Funny?   Up Coming Event: Look for her book to be shown at the LA Book Fair, April 20-21, at USC campus. Largest book festival in the country! More About Julianna: Her love for the written word was ignited during her university years when she assumed the role of editor-in-chief of the university newspaper. This early passion evolved into a lifelong dedication to the craft of writing, which she seamlessly integrated into her professional endeavors. To further refine her writing skills and add depth to her storytelling, Julianna married award-winning journalist James G. Newland Jr., whose invaluable insights and newspaper stories have enriched her understanding of the intricate world of politics. Julianna, along with her husband James, and their adult son, Patrick, live in Indianapolis. Explore the world of communication, politics, and business through Julianna's works, including "All Up in Your Bizness." Her unique blend of experience and creative storytelling offers a fresh, enlightening perspective on these multifaceted subjects. How to Reach Julianna: https://www.allupinyourbizness.com/ newlandhome1@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009894457623 How to Reach Yo Canny:  Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny

In this “Girl, Take the Lead!” Sound Bite, we continued to explore the field of energy by continuing to dig into the book, 'Becoming Supernatural’ by Dr. Joe Dispenza,   Here are the three takeaways from today’s episode: 1.   The Power of Mental Rehearsals: Dr. Joe Dispenza emphasizes the importance of mental rehearsals as a tool for personal transformation and manifestation. By vividly imagining desired outcomes with clarity, detail, and emotion, individuals can reprogram their subconscious minds and align their thoughts, emotions, and beliefs with their goals.   2.   Embracing Oneness and Non-Duality: The script highlights Dr. Dispenza's discussion of oneness and non-duality, where individuals realize their interconnectedness with everything in the universe. This concept involves transcending conventional perceptions of reality and recognizing the profound connection between mind, body, and the larger universe.   3.   The Importance of Changing Energy and State of Being: Dr. Dispenza stresses the significance of changing one's energy and state of being to create a different future. This involves shifting from unconscious states of mind and body to consciously demonstrating peace, love, gratitude, and kindness throughout the day. By doing so, individuals can contribute to their personal evolution and the collective consciousness.   As Mentioned: Dr. Joe Dispenza’s book: Becoming Supernatural   Non-Duality w Chris Davis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO7BprAThxQ   Ep 139, Energy Leadership w Brandy Mabra Ep 140, From Victim to Creator: A Deep Dive into the Book, ‘Energy Leadership’ Ep 128, Mike Dooley & Manifestations Ep 123, Intentions Ep 110, The Power of Regret Ep 70,   Atomic Habits by James Clear Ep 33,   Emotions of Change Ep 41,   Mindfulness with Cynde Denson Ep 56,   Love & Kindness Ep 2,     Humor & Leadership     How to Reach Yo Canny:   Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

In this “Girl, Take the Lead!” Sound Bite, we continued to explore the field of energy by digging into the book, 'Becoming Supernatural’ by Dr. Joe Dispenza,   Here are the three takeaways from today’s episode: 1.   Embracing Multidisciplinary Knowledge: Dr. Dispenza's work draws from diverse scientific fields such as epigenetics, molecular biology, neurocardiology, and quantum physics. By synthesizing insights from these disciplines, he offers a holistic understanding of human potential and empowerment, transcending traditional boundaries between scientific thinking and human experience.   2.   Becoming Supernatural: The concept of "becoming supernatural" involves transcending the limitations of the physical world by tapping into the innate potential of the human mind and consciousness. Through practices like meditation, mindfulness, and aligning with the quantum field, individuals can access higher states of consciousness and influence their reality.   3.   Clear Intention and Elevated Emotion: Dr. Dispenza emphasizes the importance of combining clear intention with elevated emotion as a powerful tool for manifesting desired outcomes. Clear intention involves having a specific goal in mind, while elevated emotions such as love, joy, and gratitude align with higher frequencies of the universe. By aligning intention and emotion, individuals can create a coherent state of being conducive to manifesting their desires and shaping their reality.   As Mentioned:   Dr. Joe Dispenza’s book: Becoming Supernatural   Ep 139, Energy Leadership w Brandy Mabra   Ep 140, From Victim to Creator: A Deep Dive into the Book, ‘Energy Leadership’   How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

This is a “Girl, Take the Lead!” Sound Bite which builds off our previous episode with Brandy Mabra who provided us the basics about the 7 levels of Energetic Leadership. This episode digs into the book, Energy Leadership, The 7 Level Framework for Mastery in Life and Business by Bruce D Schenider, the founder of iPEC, a coach-training school. Yo also offers the results of her own energy leadership assessment. Here are the areas covered in the episode: A deeper dive into the 7 levels.Everyone has Level 1 (victim).A review of the 5 energetic principles. Seeing energy levels as choices and opportunities. As Mentioned: Ep. 139, Powering Up Your Leadership: Exploring Energy Levels with Brandy Mabra Ep 23, Bittersweet: How Do Sorrow and Longing Help Us Lead?   Book: Energy Leadership, The 7 Level Framework for Mastery in Life and Business   Learn more about the Energy Assessment Index here: https://www.energyleadership.com/assessment   How to Reach Yo Canny:   Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

Brandy Mabra (MHA, ELI-MP, CPC), Gen X, joins Yo to talk about leadership and leadership energy. Brandy is the CEO of Savvy Clover Coaching & Consulting and a CEO Coach for private practice owners in healthcare. Brandy has 15+ years of business management and leadership experience working in diverse business climates and has turned hot mess practices into well-oiled and profitable machines. She has spent her career building, growing and leading multi-million dollar practices and now uses her skill set to help other women private practice owners to scale their practices for growth, sustainability and profit. Topics we covered: Transparency, Authenticity, & Leadership Energy Leadership BasicsTeams & Contagious EnergyWomen’s Common Energy Mindset Generational Energy DifferencesPractices to Shift Our Energy Patterns Three takeaways: 1.   Our perceptions inform how we see leaders and how leaders see themselves. To see this we can ask ourselves why and how am I perceiving this a particular way. This makes us responsible for ourselves and gives us control on how we respond. 2.   Energy can be contagious and there are two ways we respond: under stress and under normal conditions. 3.   There are 7 levels of energy and each had both advantages and disadvantages. Levels: #1 Victim, #2 Anger, #3 Fine, #4 Caring, #5 Opportunity, #6 Visionary, #7 Oneness.   As Mentioned:  You can learn more about the ELI assessment tool to see what energy you are here: https://www.energyleadership.com/assessment   More About Brandy:  She is the founder of Private Practice CEO™ - the CEO school for private practice owners - which empowers her clients to own their CEO status as the leader of their business so they can have a practice with streamline operations and an engaged team that can run without them. Brandy loves to travel and spend time with her family. She believes you cannot build a business on fumes and CEO breaks are required.   Brandy’s Offers: Million Dollar Practice - Learn what it takes to build, grow and sustain a million dollar healthcare practice: https://savvyclover.com/million-dollar-practice | Take our free Private Practice Health Assessment to gain clarity about the true health of your practice: https://savvyclover.com/practice-health-assessment   Look for her Million Dollar Practice Free Training coming soon.   How to Reach Brandy:  info@savvyclover.com  https://savvyclover.com/   Follow her on Instagram for regular insights, encouragement and tips to help you own your CEO status: https://www.instagram.com/brandymabra/ https://www.instagram.com/privatepracticeceo/   Her podcast: CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast   How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

This is a “Girl, Take the Lead!” Sound Bite which builds off our previous episode with Lata Hamilton, Change Management Expert.  Lata inspired us to adapt to the future which will be filled with tons of change. In this episode we’ll explore the question: “How can we help ourselves keep open to learning” with the help of Adam Grant’s book, Think Again. Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist and professor at The Wharton School, his books have sold millions of copies and he has two podcasts, ReThinking and WorkLife, a link to his podcasts is below. As Mentioned: Adam Grant’s Book: Think Again Adam Grant’s Podcasts: ReThinking, Work Life https://adamgrant.net/podcasts/ Ep 39, Byron Katie Ep 41, Imposter Syndrome Ep. 77, AI and EI How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)  YouTube  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

Lata Hamilton, Millennial, joins Yo to talk about changing careers with confidence and reflecting who you are. Lata is a Change Leadership and Confidence expert, and the creator of the “Leading Successful Change” program. Together, Lata and Yo, explore these topics:        Changing the way we work  Carving our own path   Doing the role not the title       Fractional leadership    Fear and change      AI’s impact in the future and developing our core confidence to change Here are the three takeaways from today’s episode: 1.   Change is inevitable and we can be flexible and resilient by knowing who we are, the value that we bring, and our worth.   2.   We need to plan for the future like looking at how AI will change our work.    3.   Creating a new persona that’s not attached to our titles can help us use influence versus authority.  As Mentioned: Lata’s free Underpaid and Overlooked Coaching Action Guide at www.latahamilton.com/worthit   More About Lata: After tripling her salary in just 3 years to almost $200,000, her mission is to help millennial women carve their own paths for change in career, leadership and life, and find the confidence and authenticity to truly earn their worth. Lata has worked with some of Australia’s biggest companies on changes that have impacted over 100,000 people, operating model changes impacting thousands, global cultural transformations, and digital transformation that is literally changing the way that we work. Lata Offers:  Look to join her free Change Masterclass (March) Her first book to be launched in late 2024 Instant Change Consultant Retreat planned in November 2024   How to Reach Lata: Website: www.latahamilton.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latahamilton/   How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you! email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo) FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG: yocanny (Yo) YouTube LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

This is a short episode with Yo Canny building on our previous episode where we explored creative brilliance with Lane Gardner. She encouraged us to use our creative energy for healing and in this episode will cover the following questions:     What is creativity?        Is there such a thing as “naturally creative”? What happens in the brain?       What steps are involved?   The episode includes insights from James Clear and Brené Brown who have a lot to say about creativity. Enjoy!   As Mentioned: Creative Brilliance with Lane Gardner Ep 135 Inner Critic Ep 126 Dare to be Brave w Nicole Trick Steinbach Ep 113 Atomic Habits by James Clear Ep 70   James Clear Article: https://jamesclear.com/creativity   Brené Brown’s Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6EiFVChXgM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozl7txg-Bos   Brené Brown’s FB   “The Science Behind Creativity, 2022   “Creative Flow”   “Feeling Creative: A guide to your emotions”, 12/15/22   How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

Lane Gardner, Gen X, Speaker, Author, Coach, Singer/Songwriter joins Yo to talk about her book, Lifeline, Recovering your Mental Wellness through Uncovering Your Creative Brilliance. Lane is devoted to guiding individuals to discover their authentic selves through creative expression. She’s crafted Self-Mastery Tools for mental wellness, empowering others to embrace life with joy, creativity, and the freedom to be you. Despite a tumultuous start marked by the fallout of her father's PTSD, her family's involvement in a religious cult, and the challenges of an abusive stepparent, Lane found solace and inspiration in her family's rich musical tradition. Lane discovered her own gifts at age 9, excelling in singing and finding refuge in the local community theater. After being invited to work with students at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida after the horrific mass shooting at their school in 2018, Lane knew she needed to mobilize a new mission to foster connection and healing within communities by transforming individual and collective trauma into original works of art. She founded a therapeutic arts non-profit organization THREAD, brings the healing power of creative expression to individuals and communities living in and with trauma. Through arts centered and therapeutic workshops, THREAD serves the needs of survivors of abuse, those struggling with addiction and mental health, cancer survivors, incarcerated men and women, veterans, and those impacted by inequality and discrimination of any kind.   Here are the three takeaways from today’s episode: 1.   We already have everything we need inside us to navigate the ups and downs of life and find greater fulfillment by aligning more with our fullest selves.    2.   Our one-of-a-kind, unique creative expression is the perfect toolbox for each of us, opening a direct line to all the inner-resources, assets, skills for everyday mental wellness and deep healing.    3.   Accessing our inner creative brilliance isn't about feeling pressure to be an "artist", it's a pathway to self-discovery, healing and fulfillment.    As Mentioned: Lane’s Book: Lifeline: Recovering Your Mental Wellness Through Uncovering Your Creative Brilliance Parkland Shooting Hear Me Out (written by students living in the aftermath of the February 14th, 2018 school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas in Parkland, FL) Inner Critic Ep 126   More About Lane: As Lane facilitated programs for others, she concurrently unraveled her own journey, gradually healing from early traumas. Shifting from finding solace on the stage to delving into her own stories, Lane embraced songwriting as a powerful form of self-expression. This transformative process culminated in her debut album, "Fertile Ground," released in 2015 on her record label, Third Road Records. Her life experiences uniquely equip her to guide others through a journey of SELF discovery. Lane Gardner is not just a witness to the transformative power of the arts but a living embodiment of its profound impact on personal growth and healing. How to Reach Lane:  Website: www.lanegardner.com - Join her newsletter! Learn more about Lane's therapeutic arts non-profit org, THREAD: www.threadconnects.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/lanegardnermusic/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/lanegardner120/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lanegardnerthreadconnects/   How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!  email: yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny YouTube LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

This episode continues our conversation about Friendships started in Ep 131 with NoorJehan Tourte and continued for the next 2 episodes. This episode explores why friendships end and how we can cope with their loss. Here are the three takeaways from today’s episode: 1.    When friendships end there can be potential pain and shame, especially when there is a lack of clarity or closure. 2.    Open communication can help maintain friendships and we can address changes in communication patterns, express concerns, and be willing to have difficult conversations can potentially save a friendship. The idea that "friendships heal by making the unsaid said" underscores the importance of discussing issues rather than silently withdrawing. 3.    We need to normalize ending friendships as an aspect of life allow ourselves to experience and express a range of emotions, including grief and we need to exam our own contributions to friendship dynamics.   As Mentioned   “Why friendships end and how to cope”⁠⁠ Ep 131⁠ True to You: Embracing Authenticity in Friendships with NoorJehan ⁠Ep 132⁠ Beyond 9 to 5: The Unexpected Magic of Work Friendships Ep 133 Laugh, Listen, Love: The Art of Being a True Friend Brené Brown, ⁠Atlas of the Heart⁠. How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We’d love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/