Living in this diverse society we witness bias and bigotry in the media like never before. How can we help to create a more tolerant and inclusive culture? On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Diversity Expert, Delofante Atkins to share her ideas on how we can shift our mindset to be aware of how we think and more inclusive of those around us.

Delofante is a Learning & Development leader with professional experience in the Human Resources, Organizational Development and Adult Learning spaces. She has participated in and influenced the recruitment, engagement, learning and retention practices of a number of global organizations in industries including: Human Resources Consulting, Foreign Exchange Trading, Commercial Real Estate and Asset Management.

Why I chose diversity as my career focus. 4:05

As the Director, Learning, Equity & Engagement at Matrix360, Delofante is also a trusted Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Advisor where she is involved in a number of initiatives in the corporate business sector as well as ongoing government related projects that encourage the equity, sustainability, inclusivity and prosperity of ALL Canadians.

As such, she sits on the Corporate Advisory Board for Canadian Association of Urban Financial Professionals, is an Advisory Partner for the United Nations Global Compact Network Canada’s Gender Equality Leadership in the Canadian Private Sector Project, and serves as one of 12 committee members for the City of Toronto’s Confronting Anti-Black Racism’s Partnership and Accountability Circle representing the interests of Black people living and working in the city of Toronto. She is also the recipient of the 2018 Top 22 Rising Stars Award from Human Resources Director Canada.

Join me to hear Delofante discuss how we can all make a difference by being more mindful of how we perceive others and present ourselves.

I encourage you to reach out at any time with questions or thoughts.

Roxanne

Delofante on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/delofante-atkins/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qween.della/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/QweenDella
Malcom Gladwell books: https://www.gladwellbooks.com/landing-page/malcolm-gladwell-books/

Living in this diverse society we witness bias and bigotry in the media like never before.  How can we help to create a more tolerant and inclusive culture?  On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Diversity Expert, Delofante Atkins to share her ideas on how we can shift our mindset to be aware of how we think and more inclusive of those around us.

Delofante is a Learning & Development leader with professional experience in the Human Resources, Organizational Development and Adult Learning spaces.  She has participated in and influenced the recruitment, engagement, learning and retention practices of a number of global organizations in industries including: Human Resources Consulting, Foreign Exchange Trading, Commercial Real Estate and Asset Management.  

Authentic Touch Points:
Why I chose diversity as my career focus.  4:05
Bias & diversity today.  9:10
How do we look past the differences?  19:30
What is “micro aggression”?  24:45
What is being done to create a shift?  30:40
Why representation matters.  37:50

As the Director, Learning, Equity & Engagement at Matrix360, Delofante is also a trusted Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Advisor where she is involved in a number of initiatives in the corporate business sector as well as ongoing government related projects that encourage the equity, sustainability, inclusivity and prosperity of ALL Canadians.

As such,  she sits on the Corporate Advisory Board for Canadian Association of Urban Financial Professionals, is an Advisory Partner for the United Nations Global Compact Network Canada’s Gender Equality Leadership in the Canadian Private Sector Project, and serves as one of 12 committee members for the City of Toronto’s Confronting Anti-Black Racism’s Partnership and Accountability Circle representing the interests of Black people living and working in the city of Toronto. She is also the recipient of the 2018 Top 22 Rising Stars Award from Human Resources Director Canada.

Join me to hear Delofante discuss how we can all make a difference by being more mindful of how we perceive others and present ourselves.

I encourage you to reach out at any time with questions or thoughts.

Roxanne

 Links:    

Delofante on Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/delofante-atkins/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/qween.della/
Twitter:  https://twitter.com/QweenDella
Malcom Gladwell books:  https://www.gladwellbooks.com/landing-page/malcolm-gladwell-books/

Resilience is a truly amazing thing and it keeps us going in the face of adversity and helps us get through life’s most difficult moments. Today on Authentic Living with Roxanne, we are thrilled to welcome Resiliency Expert, Laura Lane. 

Laura is an inspired, loving, spiritual growth and development expert who has touched thousands through her powerful stories of resiliency and strength. She specializes in providing resources and support to parents and caregivers of children diagnosed with cancer so that they can live each day with Hope, Strength and Courage.  Laura is the author of “Two Mothers One Prayer” and the host of the upcoming Hope, Strength Courage Podcast for cancer parents.

Authentic Touch Points:
Laura’s journey. 2:15
You’re not alone. 11:35
5 steps to resilience. 13:20
A bigger perspective. 18:30
The lessons to be learned.  25:20
Keeping the patient positive.  32:20
Knowing when the fight is over.  38:55
Resilience is an amazing thing.  47:40

Join me to hear Laura talk about how she found hope, strength, and courage when her child was diagnosed with cancer, how she developed compassion and empathy for others after walking away from a car accident at the age of 9 that tragically killed her mum and little sister and how she learned the principles of faith: Believe, Trust, Listen and Act.

Laura’s is truly a story of enduring through the most difficult times and coming out with a new perspective to help inspire others.

Please feel free to reach out at any time with questions or thoughts.

Thanks again! 

Roxanne

Links:
Laura’s website: http://www.lauralane.ca/
Two Mothers, One Prayer:  http://www.twomothersoneprayer.com
Contact Laura:  http://www.lauralane.ca/contact/

Resilience is a truly amazing thing and it keeps us going in the face of adversity and helps us get through life’s most difficult moments. Today on Authentic Living with Roxanne, we are thrilled to welcome Resiliency Expert, Laura Lane.

Laura is an inspired, loving, spiritual growth and development expert who has touched thousands through her powerful stories of resiliency and strength. She specializes in providing resources and support to parents and caregivers of children diagnosed with cancer so that they can live each day with Hope, Strength and Courage. Laura is the author of “Two Mothers One Prayer” and the host of the upcoming Hope, Strength Courage Podcast for cancer parents.

Laura’s journey. 2:15

Join me to hear Laura talk about how she found hope, strength, and courage when her child was diagnosed with cancer, how she developed compassion and empathy for others after walking away from a car accident at the age of 9 that tragically killed her mum and little sister and how she learned the principles of faith: Believe, Trust, Listen and Act.

Laura’s is truly a story of enduring through the most difficult times and coming out with a new perspective to help inspire others.

Please feel free to reach out at any time with questions or thoughts.

Thanks again!

Roxanne

Laura’s website: http://www.lauralane.ca/

On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome “Connections Expert”, Barb Stuhlemmer.

In her 30+ years with small incorporated businesses, Barb Stuhlemmer has seen exactly how owners struggle to balance the requirements of growing a business with the financial and time restrictions that growth brings.

Barb has developed a unique process for owners who are burdened with the leadership of their business, overwhelmed by the lack of control over their time, and frustrated with the money required to grow the business.

Barb’s journey. 1:45

Unlike a coach, who would ask questions like, "what do you want to focus on today" or "how do you feel about what you are doing", Barb comes with a lifetime of tools, strategies, and tactical planning process to create the next steps that will finally get the work of growth done. Barb's clients make as much as 800% increase in as little as 11 months with her support.

Barb is the advisor & confidant to the CEO. She brings an outside view and solutions to inside issues so they can create the business that fits with their life plan.

Join me to hear Barb discuss how to create better connections and how you show up in the world.

Please feel free to reach out at any time with questions or thoughts.

Thanks again!

Roxanne

Barb’s website: https://blitzbusinesssuccess.com

On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Allison Graham, a.k.a. The Resiliency Ninja who is a keynote speaker, author, media personality, and corporate consultant who inspires professionals to shift how they show up for life in the face of obstacles.

What is a Resiliency Ninja? 1:45

Speaking professionally since 2006, Allison has spoken for many of the world’s most influential financial institutions and associations. Each week, she is the guest expert on Global News AM980 for “Lessons from the Headlines with Allison Graham”. Her concepts have been featured in national media outlets such as the CBC, Global Mornings, Fast Company and the Financial Post. Her Resiliency Ninja podcast is heard around the world on C-Suite Radio.

She is the author of From Business Cards to Business Relationships: Personal Branding and Profitable Networking Made Easyand Married My Mom, Birthed a Dog: How to Be Resilient When Life Sucks.

Allison’s passion for the topic of everyday resilience was ignited during a personal decade of hell. Frustrated with cliched advice, she developed relatable, easy-to-apply tools to master resilience.

Join me to hear Allison talk about how to be more resilient and improve your outlook on life.

Please feel free to reach out at any time with questions or thoughts.

Thanks again!

Roxanne

R-Ninja.com

This week on Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Dr. Gillian Mandich, who is literally a doctor of happiness!

Gillian loves to learn, she has an insatiable palate for knowledge. She lives her life grounded in science, yet with astronomical dreams. Her thirst for knowledge and passion for education has led her to become a scientist. She has a PhD in Health and Rehabilitation Science (with a specialization in Health Promotion).

How I became a Doctor of Happiness. 2:35

Gillian is a media personality with an integrated voice across television, radio, magazines, newspapers, as well as online. She is the host and Community Producer for the TV show “Gillian Mandich: Cooking Adventures”, co-host of the health/fitness podcast and TV show “The Holistic Health Diary”; and is the creator, producer and host of Health Science Radio on CHRW 94.9FM; guest on QVC , The Home Shopping Network (HSN) and The Shopping Channel (TSC); and is a featured expert on various television and radio shows.

She believes in community and that we are all better together. She can be seen in the media doing philanthropic activities such as rappelling buildings for Easter Seals and climbing stairs for the United Way.

Join me to hear Gillian discuss how to lead a happier life!

Please feel free to reach out at any time with questions or thoughts.
Thanks again!
Roxanne

http://www.gillianmandich.com