In this episode of the ASCENT Podcast, we are joined by Holistic Life Coach Brandi Kiana-Jo to discuss leadership development. Brandi shares her insights on how to increase employee work performance, inspire employees to work together and set healthy boundaries to enrich company culture.

·        How to increase your employees' work performance

·        How to inspire your employees to work together

·        How to set healthy boundaries to enrich your company culture

Special Guest: Holistic Life Coach Brandi Kiana-Jo helps leaders and entrepreneurs in all aspects of life, including crisis, relationships, and careers. You can learn more about Brandi at https://www.brandikianajo.com

Vincent Kimura – Board Member, Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Founder, Chairman, and President, Smart Yields; President Hawaii Farmers Union - Honolulu Chapter; LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentkimura/

Chris Black – Restaurateur and Entrepreneur - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-black-ba94323/

Bryan Murray – Founder & Creative Mind behind the ASCENT Academy & Village of Voices Inc. - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanmurrayascent/

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Join us for a thought-provoking and insightful live podcast as we delve deep into the very essence of what drives us as human beings.

The 6 basic human needs:

• Certainty: The need to feel safe and secure.

• Uncertainty/Variety: The need for new experiences and challenges.

• Significance: The need to feel important and valued.

• Love/Connection: The need to feel connected to others.

• Personal Growth: The need to learn and grow as a person.

• Contribution: The need to make a difference in the world.

Discover how these fundamental needs shape our thoughts, behaviors, and decisions, and gain a deeper understanding of how they impact your life and the lives of those around you. Our expert panel will provide invaluable insights and practical strategies for finding balance and fulfillment in a world driven by these core human desires.

Tune in, ask your questions, and engage in an interactive discussion with our guests. Together, we'll navigate the intricate landscape of human needs and unveil the keys to living a more satisfying, purposeful life.

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Limiting beliefs are the negative thoughts and ideas that we hold about ourselves, and they can hold us back from achieving our goals and living our best lives. But it is possible to overcome these limiting beliefs and achieve your full potential.

In this podcast episode, we will discuss what limiting beliefs are, how they form, and how to get past them. We will share tips and strategies that you can use to identify and challenge your limiting beliefs, and to replace them with more positive and empowering beliefs.

We will reveal how we have overcome our own limiting beliefs and achieved great things. We will share stories and insights that we hope will inspire you to do the same.

If you are ready to get over yourself and achieve your full potential, then this podcast episode is for you. Subscribe now and don't miss out!

Vincent Kimura – Board Member, Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Founder, Chairman, and President, Smart Yields; President Hawaii Farmers Union - Honolulu Chapter. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentkimura/

Eraka Childs, ESQ is the Managing Attorney at the Childs Law Firm P.C. Learn more at https://www.childslawfirm.com

Chris Black – Restaurateur and Entrepreneur - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-black-ba94323/

Bryan Murray – Founder & Creative Mind behind the ASCENT Academy & Village of Voices Inc. - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanmurrayascent/ Follow @AscentAcademy

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In today's fast-paced and demanding world, it can be challenging to maintain a healthy work-life balance and achieve overall mental well-being. However, there are a number of things we can do to strengthen our mental fitness and cultivate harmony in our lives.

In this podcast, we share the 5 best ways to strengthen your mental fitness, with a focus on cultivating and preserving harmony between your personal life, work life, and overall mental health:

Mindfulness and stress management can be powerful tools for reducing stress and improving mental well-being.

Self-reflection and emotional intelligence: Both self-reflection and emotional intelligence are essential for building strong relationships and achieving success in all areas of our lives.

Setting boundaries and establishing clear limits between our work life and personal life.

Prioritizing self-care: Self-care is the practice of taking care of our physical, mental, and emotional health.

Seeking support: Talk to your friends, family, or a therapist about what you're going through.

By following these tips, we can strengthen our mental fitness and cultivate harmony between our personal, work, and overall mental health.

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In Part 2 of this series, we’ll be discussing several topics revolving around how to cultivate an Equitable and Fulfilling Culture within your company, community, organization, or industry. Here are just some of the topics that we’ll be discussing.

• Work / Life Balance

• Nontraditional Organizational Structures

• Management, Labor, and Unions

• Equity, Inclusion, Racial Bias, and LGBTQ in our Culture

Special Guest: Vincent Kimura - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentkimura/

• Board Member, Hawaii Technology Development Corporation

• Founder, Chairman, and President, Smart Yields

• President Hawaii Farmers Union - Honolulu Chapter

• Board Member Kokua Market Cooperative

• Founder Failure Institute Honolulu

Eraka Childs, ESQ is the Managing Attorney at the Childs Law Firm P.C. where she specializes in Protecting your Family, your Wealth, and your Legacy. Learn more at https://www.childslawfirm.com

Bridgit Kinney – Founding Director of Building Bridges Mentor & Outreach Program - @buildingbridgesoutreach2022

Bryan Murray – Founder & Creative Mind behind the ASCENT Academy & Village of Voices Inc. - @AscentAcademy

Chris Black – Restaurateur and Entrepreneur

Discover more at https://AscentSelfMastery.com

#Equity #Inclusion #Culture #SelfExcellence #GrowthMindset #Communication

Discipline and Focus are two essential qualities for achieving success in any area of life. But what's the difference between the two? In this podcast, we'll explore this question and discuss some practical tips for developing these essential skills.

Here are some of the concepts that we will be discussing on the podcast:

• How are discipline and focus different?

• Why are discipline and focus important for personal growth, self-awareness, and achieving success?

• How can you improve your personal discipline?

• How can you improve your focus?

• What are some common mistakes people make when it comes to discipline and focus?

• How can you overcome these mistakes?

Eraka Childs, ESQ is the Managing Attorney at the Childs Law Firm P.C. Learn more at https://www.childslawfirm.com

Chris Black – Restaurateur and Entrepreneur

Bryan Murray – Founder & Creative Mind behind the ASCENT Academy & Village of Voices Inc. - @AscentAcademy

Join us LIVE on YouTube, Saturday, September 9th at 12 pm CDT

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#Discipline #Focus #SelfExcellence #GrowthMindset #Leadership #Success

The generations known as Millennials and Gen Z are entering the workforce in record numbers, and they are bringing with them a new set of values, expectations, and skills. In this video, we will explore how these generations are changing the way we think about education, leadership, and business.

Special Guest: Heaven Nelson – Entrepreneur, Fashion Maven, Cosmetologist, and recent College graduate in Business Management. Heaven was born on the cusp between the Millennial and Gen-Z generations, and she’ll share her unique perspectives on education, leadership, and business.

We will discuss topics like:

• The different values and priorities of Millennials and Gen Z

• How these generations are changing the way we learn

• How they are demanding more diversity and inclusion in leadership

• How they are using technology to disrupt businesses

By the end of this video, you will have a better understanding of how Millennials and Gen Z are shaping the future of education, leadership, and business.

Bryan Murray – Founder & Creative Mind behind the ASCENT Academy & Village of Voices Inc. - @AscentAcademy

Discover more at http://AscentSelfMastery.com

#Millennials #GenZ #SelfExcellence #GrowthMindset #Education #Leadership #Business

In this two-part series, we’ll be discussing several topics revolving around how to cultivate an Equitable and Fulfilling Culture within your company, community, organization, or industry. Here are just some of the topics that we’ll be discussing.

~ Work / Life Balance

~ Nontraditional Organizational Structures

~ Management, Labor, and Unions

~ Equity, Inclusion, Racial Bias, and LGBTQ in our Culture

~ Future Focus of our Educational Systems

Special Guest: Vincent Kimura

~ Board Member, Hawaii Technology Development Corporation

~ Founder, Chairman, and President, Smart Yields

~ President Hawaii Farmers Union - Honolulu Chapter

~ Board Member Kokua Market Cooperative

~ Founder Failure Institute Honolulu

Bridgit Kinney – Founding Director of Building Bridges Mentor & Outreach Program - @buildingbridgesoutreach2022

Bryan Murray – Founder & Creative Mind behind the ASCENT Academy & Village of Voices Inc. - @AscentAcademy

Chris Black – Restaurateur and Entrepreneur

Discover more at http://AscentSelfMastery.com

#SelfExcellence #GrowthMindset #Leadership #Communication #Equity #Inclusion #Culture

In this video, we'll explore the importance of being clear about what we want, need, and expect in our lives. We'll discuss how this applies to leadership, self-development, and relationships.

Why is it important to be clear about what we want, need, and expect?

• It helps us to set goals and make plans.

• It helps us to communicate our needs to others.

• It helps us to build trust and rapport with others.

• It helps us to feel more confident and empowered.

How can we be clear about what we want, need, and expect?

• Take some time to reflect on what is important to you.

• Set specific goals for yourself.

• Communicate your needs to others in a clear and direct way.

• Be willing to negotiate and compromise.

Special Guest: Eraka Childs, ESQ is the Managing Attorney at the Childs Law Firm P.C. where she specializes in Protecting your Family, your Wealth, and your Legacy. Learn more at https://www.childslawfirm.com

Bryan Murray – Founder & Creative Mind behind the ASCENT Academy & Village of Voices Inc. - @AscentAcademy

Chris Black – Restaurateur and Entrepreneur

Discover more at https://AscentSelfMastery.com

#SelfExcellence #GrowthMindset #Communication #Wants #Needs #Expectations

Do you ever feel like you're not good enough? Like you're a fraud? Like you're going to be found out? If so, you're not alone. Millions of people around the world suffer from imposter syndrome.

In this podcast, we'll explore the pitfalls of imposter syndrome and how it can hold us back from achieving our goals. We'll also talk about how to overcome imposter syndrome and develop more self-awareness, self-belief, and self-confidence.

Join us as we discuss the following topics:

• What is imposter syndrome?

• How does imposter syndrome manifest itself?

• What are the consequences of imposter syndrome?

• How to overcome imposter syndrome

• Strategies for developing self-awareness, self-belief, and self-confidence

If you're struggling with imposter syndrome, this podcast is for you. We'll give you the tools you need to overcome imposter syndrome and achieve your goals.

Bridgit Kinney – Founding Director of Building Bridges Mentor & Outreach Program - @buildingbridgesoutreach2022

Bryan Murray – Founder & Creative Mind behind the ASCENT Academy & Village of Voices Inc. - @AscentAcademy

Chris Black – Restaurateur and Entrepreneur

Discover more at http://AscentSelfMastery.com

#SelfExcellence #GrowthMindset #ImposterSyndrome