Be a Wave Maker: Conversations on Change

Our thoughts guide every action. But, what if our thoughts get in our way? Mike Smerklo, the author of Mr. Monkey and Me, joins Patti to discuss how to battle internal thoughts that undermine us and the changes we want to make. 

Anyone starting a change can learn from successful entrepreneurs like Rusty Shelton, CEO of Zilker Media. Rusty shares with Patti his experiences on how to envision what doesn’t yet exist, make decisions without all of the answers, face fears of the unknown, and yet -- keep going. 

We explore the change in looking outside ourselves and contributing to the community and world. Rebecca Powers, the founder of Impact Austin, shares how to find your path to giving. Rebecca is the author of Trust Your Cape. 

Inclusiveness depends on our individual behaviors and actions not a company program. Patti & Mark Benton, VP of Talent & Diversity of McKesson, explore how to be a more inclusive human and the realities of being a person of color in today’s world.

Building a strong circle of connections, friendships, and relationships is how we learn to change. Whether you are taking on big organizational change, starting a new business, or changing your career course, people need to be involved. None of us can accomplish great things alone. Shawn Murphy, the author of The Optimistic Workplace and Work Tribes, joins me for an insightful conversation on the mindset for growing your circle and how to do it effectively.

Patti & Neena dive into how we think about change – right where our ability to navigate uncertainty begins. Neena Newberry, of Newberry Executive Solutions, shares her wisdom and strategies from her experience in creating a successful business, coaching executives, and developing an award-winning leadership app. She also shares how her change mindset made the difference in her breast cancer diagnosis and journey amid a global pandemic.

Patti & Tammie have an engaging discussion on how you get stuff done and inspire action in uncertain times - even when it's hard, and you face resistance. Renaissance woman, Dr. Tammie Pinkston, brings her insight and stories as a senior business executive, currently at ISG, former global president of Alpha Delta Pi women's organization, former college professor, and passionate champion of women's rights.

If ever there was a year to learn to be more resilient – this is it. Patti & Martha deconstruct how to rely on resilience in work and life. Martha May, the CHRO of Varsity Brands, brings her expertise as a successful business leader and shares how she has maneuvered through uncertainty in her professional and personal life. We dive into how being authentic, bold, and quick decision making are essential for resilience.

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