Somewhere In The Middle With Michele Barard podcast

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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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Authors, Coaches, and Entrepreneurs share their personal and professional journeys. Past guests include Bruce George of the Genius is Common Movement, Life Coach Bobbi Stevens, Financial Expert Steven Hutchinson, Sen. Barbara Robinson, Geraldine Hollis of the Tougaloo Nine, Author Bernard N. Lee, Jr., and Author and Speaker Tawana Williams.

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Embracing Life's Detours: A Conversation with Julie Edelman 51:57

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Julie Edelman to discuss sisterhood, resilience, and finding strength in unexpected journeys Julie Edelman is the bestselling author of the how-to book The Accidental Housewife: How to Overcome Housekeeping Hysteria One Task at a Time. She is a well-known lifestyle expert and has appeared on “The Today Show,” “The View,” “Rachael Ray,” “Fox & Friends,” “The Doctors,” ABC Audio Networks and iHeart Radio. She lives in Florida, close to her son, who is her heart and testament to a blessed life lived fully. Julie speaks publicly with heart and humor and in high heels about the value of sisterhood and not letting life’s detours define nor stop us from achieving our dreams. Julie recently published The Accidental Sisterhood, her debut novel, and a testimony to embracing a life detour with hope and determination following her triumph over breast cancer. Connect with Julie Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/julieedelmanauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julieedelmanauthor/ Twitter: https://x.com/Julie_Edelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@julieedelmanauthor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-edelman-bbb1a416/ Website: www.julieedelman.com Amazon: The Accidental Sisterhood is now available on Amazon.…

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Strategic Clarity: Alex Brueckmann on Building Impactful Business Strategies 40:29

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Business Strategist Alex Brueckmann Alex Brueckmann is an entrepreneur, the author of three Wall Street Journal bestselling books, and a highly regarded speaker. His most notable book is The Strategy Legacy, which has made a significant impact in the business world. Alex has built successful companies in Europe and Canada and led client projects worldwide. He is the founder and CEO of Brueckmann Strategy Consultants Ltd, where he helps CEOs and executive teams design and implement impactful business strategies and human-centric high-performance leadership. More than 20 years ago, Alex transitioned from being a music journalist to studying General Management at prestigious institutions such as the European Business School in Germany, Universidad ORT in Uruguay, INSEAD in France, and Harvard Business School in the United States. Over the years, Alex has developed a unique approach to make leadership and strategy accessible for all leaders and executives. His clients range from high-growth Inc 5000 businesses to Fortune 50 enterprises, including some of the biggest brands in automotive, healthcare, tech, logistics, industrial manufacturing, hospitality, and finance. Alex is a firm believer that business strategy is not just a tool, but a powerful force that empowers and creates clarity about what matters to grow impact and profits. He tailors his approaches to help his clients make choices that position their businesses to win. His process reduces friction and overwhelm for leaders and their organizations, creating commitment and accountability to get results. Connect with Alex Brueckmann LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderbrueckmann/ Website: https://brueckmann.ca/…

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Empowering Change: David Newby's Path to Leadership and Philanthropy 41:50

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Business Consultant David Newby David Newby is a Global Developer, End-Time Revivalist, and Life Strategist, as well as a trainer, speaker, author, business developer, and philanthropist. David's journey began in high school with a focus on God, business excellence, and world-changing work. He attended the University of Maryland College Park and Morgan State University and graduated from the University of Phoenix with a BS in Business/Public Administration and an MBA in Global Management. An epiphany during college deepened his faith. Over the past twenty years, David has become a sought-after Christian leader, business executive, and humanitarian. He founded Global Innovations and REVIVE Movement Inc., and he is known for his innovative thinking and motivational prowess. David has learned from personal development legends like John Maxwell, Zig Ziglar, Les Brown, Tony Robbins, and Grant Cardone. He has appeared on TV, radio, and in various publications, including The Business Makers TV Show and Phoenix Focus Alumni Magazine. He has also written for CBS and Examiner and trained thousands globally. David, recognized by many as a "leader of leaders," is deeply committed to serving God and others. He dedicates his time to growing his businesses, consulting leaders, traveling, writing, and enjoying family time. David is a sought-after speaker and provides both group training and one-to-one coaching to diverse audiences. He is currently expanding the Revive Movement and assisting with business funding as a Funding Consultant. Connect with David Newby Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DNvm2 Twitter: http://twitter.com/davidgnewby Instagram: http://instagram.com/dnvm22 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgnewby/ Website: http://revive-movement.com Buy State of the Kingdom Address on Amazon…

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From Ideas to Impact: John C. Morley on Business and Marketing Mastery 53:28

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Entrepreneur and Marketer John C. Morley John C. Morley is a man of many talents. As a seasoned serial entrepreneur, John has a proven track record of founding and growing successful businesses. He blends his expertise in engineering and marketing to create innovative solutions and drive growth. Beyond his business ventures, John is a recognized thought leader and talk show host, known for sharing his valuable insights and experiences with a broad audience. His knack for simplifying complex ideas and presenting them in an engaging way has made him a sought-after keynote speaker. As a motivational speaker, John inspires others to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams, drawing from his own journey of resilience and determination. His career, marked by both triumphs and challenges, serves as a powerful testament to the strength of perseverance. John's diverse career and his dedication to sharing his knowledge and experiences are what truly set him apart. His ability to motivate others makes him a valuable voice in the entrepreneurial community. Connect with John Morley LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/company/john-c-morley-serial-entrepreneur/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7ESFQifbn4&list=PLQgeBMLATG-dW6NP3fvSsu8gSdyKZgdry Website: https://jmor.com/ Podcast: https://podcastscj.podbean.com/…

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Transforming Struggles into Strength: Randy-Lee Bowslaugh on Overcoming Depression and Inspiring Others 39:31

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Mental Health Advocate and Author Randi-Lee Bowslaugh Randi-Lee Bowslaugh is a mental health advocate, author, motivational speaker and YouTuber. She started writing at 14 years old as a coping strategy for her depression. Twenty years later she is a mom, grandma, and thriving creative individual. Connect with Randi Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/rbwriting Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/randibwriting TikTok: www.tiktok.com/writeordieshow Website: http://www.rbwriting.ca Buy Randi-Lee's Books on Amazon…

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Mastering Marketing and Motivation: Darrell Evans' Blueprint for Success 38:18

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Entrepreneur and Marketing Expert Darrell Evans Darrell Evans is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Yokel Local Internet Marketing. He and his team have helped entrepreneurs and companies generate over $300M in revenue online since 2011. He’s personally started and/or operated six businesses since the age of 20. He’s also the host of “The MindShift Podcast,” which launched in 2019, and he is the founder of the MindShift Business Accelerator (MBA) and the MindShift Growth Mastermind (MGM). Darrell is passionate about entrepreneurship. When he appears on podcasts, he loves sharing the lessons, mistakes, and breakthrough frameworks that have helped him and hundreds of other businesses market profitably, grow sales predictably, and build superstar teams. His goal is to help entrepreneurial-minded people identify at least one “MindShift” that could catapult them to their next level of success. Connect with Darrell Evans Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darrellevansfan Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrdarrellevans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrdarrellevans/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrdarrellevans/ Website: https://www.darrellevans.net/…

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ENCORE PRESENTATION - Mastering the Art of Grant Writing: Dr. Beverly A. Browning on Building a Successful Career and Empowering Others 53:42

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Dr. Beverly A Browning, author of Grant Writing for Dummies, joins me on Somewhere in the Middle Dr. Beverly A. Browning has been consulting in the areas of grant writing, RFP responses, technical writing, and organizational development for over four decades. Her clients have included Tribal nations, nonprofit organizations, small businesses, career, volunteer, and combination fire departments; chambers of commerce, faith-based organizations, and units of government including state and federal government agencies; school districts and colleges; charter schools, social and human service agencies, hospitals, service associations, and Fortune 500 corporations. Dr. Browning has assisted clients and workshop participants throughout the United States in receiving awards of more than $500 million. Dr. Browning is the author of 43 grant-related publications, including six editions (over 1 million books sold) of Grant Writing for Dummies™ (Wiley.com). She is also an international trainer and keynote speaker. In 2015, she was selected by the Centers for Disease Control NICRD division to conduct a five-day Grant Writing Boot Camp in South Africa for ministers of health and other top-level health directors from 23 African countries. Dr. Browning holds graduate and post-graduate degrees in Organizational Development, Public Administration, and Business Administration. She has been a grant writing course developer and online facilitator for Cengage Learning (www.ed2go.com) for 19 years. Her online courses (taught to thousands of students annually) are Advanced Proposal Writing, Becoming a Grant Writing Consultant, and A to Z Grant Writing: Part 2 – Beyond the Basics. Dr. Browning is the Founder and Director of the Grant Writing Training Foundation and CEO of Bev Browning, LLC. She has been a member of the Grant Professionals Association (GPA) for 17 years and has presented training workshops and keynote presentations for multiple GPA chapters Nationwide. In 2017, she joined the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and was a workshop presenter at their 2018 International conference in New Orleans. She is an approved trainer for GPA and CFRE International. Dr. Browning has been married to John for 54 years and has one daughter, Lara, a licensed therapist, and a special needs granddaughter, Aaliyah.…

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Crossroads of Creativity: Writing Through Time with Peter Davidson 39:28

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Peter Davidson shares his writing journey from typewriters to triumphs Peter Davidson is the author or co-author of thirty books published by McGraw-Hill Book Company, Perigee/Putnam Publishers, Haworth Press, Sweet Memories Publishing, and Northwestern Publishing. His works include fiction, nonfiction, college textbooks, and children's picture books. For more than two decades, Davidson was one of America's most active writer's seminar presenters, having presented 637 one-day seminars in a 15-state area from Minnesota to Tennessee and Colorado to Illinois. Davidson is also a songwriter and one of his songs was used in a television series in The Netherlands. Davidson has owned several small businesses, including a professional recording studio. He was a real estate salesman and taught college business courses. Whatever else Davidson was doing in his life, he always kept on writing. Connect with Peter Davidson Facebook: www.facebook.com/PeterDavidson X (formerly Twitter): www.twitter.com/PeterDavidsonau Instagram: www.instagram.com/peterdavidson LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/peterdavidson Buy Making Your Mark | Leaving a Legacy on Amazon…

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Journeys in Words: Teri M. Brown on Crafting Histories, Homes, and Healing Through Storytelling 49:00

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Somewhere in the Middle Welcomes Author Teri M. Brown Born in Athens, Greece as an Air Force brat, Teri M Brown graduated from UNC Greensboro with a multitude of degrees – majors in Elementary Education and Psychology and minors in Math and Sociology – she just couldn’t settle on one thing! While homeschooling her four children, she began her writing career by focusing on small businesses, writing articles, blog posts, and website content. She published five nonfiction self-help books dealing with real estate and finance, receiving First Runner Up in the Eric Hoffman Book Awards for 301 Simple Things You Can Do To Sell Your Home Now, finalist in the USA Best Books Awards for How To Open and Operate a Financially Successful Redesign, Redecorate, and Real Estate Staging Business and for 301 Simple Things You Can Do To Sell Your Home Now, and Honorable Mention in Foreword Magazine’s Book of the Year Award for Private Mortgage Investing. In 2017, Teri began dabbling in fiction, a lifelong dream. Upon winning the First Annual Anita Bloom Ornoff Award for Inspirational Short Story for a piece about her grandfather, she began writing in earnest, and recently published Sunflowers Beneath the Snow. Teri is a wife, mother, grandmother, and author who loves word games, reading, bumming on the beach, taking photos, singing in the shower, hunting for bargains, ballroom dancing, playing bridge, and mentoring others – especially youth and women who are having trouble discovering their worth. Teri’s debut novel, Sunflowers Beneath the Snow, is a historical fiction set in Ukraine. Connect with Teri M. Brown Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/terimbrownauthor X (formerly Twitter): http://www.twitter.com/terimbrown1 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/terimbrown_author LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/terimbrown Website: http://www.terimbrown.com Buy Sunflowers Beneath the Snow on Amazon…

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Leadership Coach and Author William Schirmer shares how leaders can create a productive environment while embracing unique perspectives 35:50

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Leadership Coach and Author William Schirmer William Schirmer is the author of both The Leadership Core and Fulfilled: Finding Joy and Prosperity in Life. He is a senior management professional in Human Resources, having been involved with HR, Talent Management, and Learning & Development functions for domestic and international firms for more than twenty years. His expertise includes the creation and deployment of leadership development programs for several organizations. William holds USA, UK, and Global Human Resource certifications. His undergraduate study in Political & Behavioral Sciences was completed via Minnesota State University-Mankato in the USA. William completed his Graduate Degrees in Human Resource Management at Fort Hays State University in the USA and Social Sciences at the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom. William grew up in Minnesota and is a lover of the outdoors, travel, motorcycling, and exercise. He’s a proud father of three grown children: Daniel, Richard, and Alyssa. Connect with William Website: https://www.willschirmerofficial.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-schirmer-b887ba8/ Buy The Leadership Core on Amazon Buy Fulfilled: Finding Joy and Prosperity in Life on Amazon…

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Transformational Coach and author Mestanna Gay shares how dealing with trauma frees us to embrace our God energy 40:55

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Transformational Coach and Author Mestanna Gay Mestanna Gay is a renowned Transformational Coach, Author, Inspirational Speaker, and Entrepreneur, celebrated for her expertise in guiding individuals through personal transformations. Her journey, marked by overcoming traumatic experiences and adversity, began in 1991 when she turned to poetry and prayer as a therapeutic outlet. Mestanna's work embodies the essence of resilience, utilizing her intuitive empathy and deep understanding of universal truths and spiritual wisdom. As a coach, Mestanna's mission is laser-focused: empowering others to shed the burdens of guilt and shame, unlocking their full potential. Her philosophy is grounded in the belief that understanding the multidimensional language of the Universe – spanning the physical, spiritual, and mental realms – is key to holistic healing and growth. In 2019, Mestanna harnessed her life's lessons into her debut book, The Devil’s Bedroom – Breaking Free from The Chains of Guilt & Shame. This urban, inspirational fiction piece, rooted in her own experiences, is more than just a narrative. It serves as a transformative tool, using its characters, poetry, and prayers to guide readers on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and forgiveness, ultimately leading them to their true calling by introspecting their life experiences and choices. Mestanna's work is a beacon for those seeking to transform pain into passion and adversity into opportunity. Connect with Mestanna Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donna.d.walker.754 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosmic.empress/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-d-gay-700655a7/ Website: http://www.mestanna.com/ Buy Mestanna's Book on Amazon…

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Author and President of GoGet It, Inc. Nefateria Fonda’ shares how we can keep God in our businesses to serve and generate wealth 40:26

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Author and President of GoGet It, Inc., Nefateria Fonda' Nefateria Fonda’ is the President of Go Get It, Inc., a Certified Business and Sales Coach, Author, and Facilitator specializing in helping Christian parallel-preneurs (Professionals who are building a service-based business alongside their 9-5) get clear on whom they serve and how they serve, get confident in their sales skills, get cash into their business, so that God gets glory. She believes you deserve to have a business with a bountiful bank account that doesn’t require long hours, sleepless nights, and countless sacrifices. Her book How to Activate Your Faith, Commit to a Plan, and Take Action; That Will Change Your Life is for faith-based individuals who are interested in learning how to experience the best that life has to offer. For groups and organizations, who are interested in offering a Private Vision Board Experience for their group, she is a Facilitator whose energy is contagious, who provides valuable content, and who keeps audiences engaged. Connect with Nefateria Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NefateriaFonda.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/NefateriaFonda Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/NefateriaFonda LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/nefateria-robinson Website: www.nefateriafonda.com Buy Nefateria's Book…

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College Strategist and Founder/CEO of College Ready Shellee Howard shares how we can help our kids graduate from college debt-free 42:20

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Somewhere in the Middle Welcomes College Strategist and Founder & CEO of College Ready Shellee Howard Shellee Howard is the Founder and CEO of College Ready and CR Tutoring and Test. She is a college graduate and is a Certified Independent College Strategist. She is a best-selling author, a member of HECA (ethics organization), and a member of SOFA (Society of Financial Awareness). Shellee is a mother of four young adults. Her oldest son graduated from Harvard in 2016 debt free and graduated from UC San Diego Medical School in 2021. He will be completing his Orthopedic Surgeon Residency at UCLA. Her oldest daughter attended the University of Alabama and CBU and graduated debt free with her BSN in 2020 and received her RN in 2021. Her youngest son attends SFSU majoring in Film Production. Her youngest daughter is a rising Senior and will be looking to attend college as a business major internationally. Shellee has traveled around the world helping students create their “Stand out Strategy". She knows what it takes to compete in the Top tier schools as well as find the best-fit college for all students. Shellee believes that no two students are the same and each student must have their own strategy and plan to be successful. Each student has a gift/talent and a passion that will set him or her apart from their competition. Getting to know your student one on one is the key to success. Her focus is to find the best academic, financial, and social fit college for each student to thrive at and graduate debt free! Connect with Shellee Howard Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeReadyPlan Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoCollegeReady LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/college-ready/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr_WodPHDfSWEbiPdsRDbyQ Website: http://www.collegereadyplan.com/…

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Calendar Coach Paul D. Casey shares how taking back control of your calendar can help you become a better leader 47:08

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Somewhere in the Middle Welcomes Calendar Coach Paul D. Casey Originally from Chicago, Paul D. Casey has now been a professional speaker for over 25 years (giving almost 300 presentations in the past 4 years), and he is one of the leading authorities in leadership and personal growth—especially time management—helping people take back their calendars and restore sanity to their lives. He has spoken for organizations like Mcdonald's, Subway, Lamb Weston, Northwest Public Power, and Autozone—and among the 80 leaders he coaches per year, 25 of them lead at Pacific NW National Laboratories. Paul has a Master’s degree in education and has been an educator/administrator/Chief Operating Officer in 5 non-profit organizations. He is an ACC-certified coach with the International Coaching Federation, a Master Trainer, and a member of the National Speakers Association. He was awarded Solopreneur of the Year by the West Richland Chamber a few years ago. Through his company, Growing Forward Services, Paul has partnered with his corporate and individual clients to transform their vision, their habits, and their lives. Currently, Paul carries out his mission of sparking breakthrough success by contributing daily inspirational growth messages on local radio, other people’s podcasts, and social media. Also, he has inspired thousands of individuals and leaders to grow forward through his seminars, team-building off-site retreats, one-to-one self-leadership coaching, and as a keynote speaker. Paul has written 4 books: The Static Cling Principle (on habits and mindsets), Maximizing Every Minute (on time management), Leading the Team You’ve Always Wanted, and Leading with Super-Vision. And he interviews local leaders in his podcast: the Tri-Cities Influencer. Paul is married to Lovely Laura, has a 23- and a 19-year-old named after state capitals, owns a cat named Sasha and has lived in the Tri-Cities, WA, for over 20 years. For fun, he enjoys golfing, hiking, and bicycling—and orange slices—and he reads about 40 books per year. Connect with Paul Casey Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paul.d.casey.9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/growingfwd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growingforwardservices/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/pauldcasey Website: http://www.paulcasey.org/ Buy Maximizing Every Minute on Paul's website…

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Master Integrative Life Coach Nancy Pickard shares conquering our fears and dealing with our shadow helps us grow as leaders 38:09

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