Bold Moves, Confident Choices

What happens when you decide to show up as your true self? 

Jim Fielding shares how embracing authenticity completely transformed his career and life. From leading at Disney and DreamWorks to becoming an author and coach, Jim’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.

In this episode, Jim opens up about the pivotal moment that led him to write his book All Pride, No Ego. He discusses the power of embracing pride, vulnerability, and kindness in both personal and professional life. Jim highlights how being true to yourself helps you step into your fullest potential.

This episode is packed with wisdom for anyone looking to live and lead with confidence and authenticity. 

Tune in to discover how being yourself can lead to true success.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Jim’s journey from corporate leader to author, coach, and mentor
• The moment Jim embraced authenticity and its impact on his career
• How writing All Pride, No Ego marked the start of his new path
• Why pride and vulnerability are crucial elements of effective leadership
• Jim’s favorite lessons from his book
• The importance of kindness and authenticity in leadership
• How embracing your true self can lead to personal and professional success
• Jim’s advice on overcoming fear and living authentically

About Jim Fielding

Jim Fielding is a leadership coach, author, and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights with over 30 years of experience in senior executive roles at top brands like Gap, Disney Stores, Claire’s, DreamWorks, and 20th Century Fox. He started his career on the department store floor, where he developed a passion for direct interaction, which led him to leadership roles in retail and media.

Throughout his career, Jim focused on developing talent and building inclusive cultures, believing that people perform their best when they can be their authentic selves at work.

Now, Jim spends his time coaching, speaking, and writing to help leaders and organizations create environments where everyone can thrive. As an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, he strives to inspire others to build workplaces that foster safety, authenticity, and high performance. His work focuses on empowering individuals to lead from a place of authenticity and inclusivity.

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What does it take to make bold moves and keep pushing through challenges? 

In this episode, Ellie Brown opens up about her journey of self-discovery, overcoming self-doubt, and making tough decisions. With over three decades in sales and significant experience on Shark Tank, Ellie teaches us that people are the core of every business decision. 

She dives deep into her emotional journey and the bold choice she made to sell her company, something she never envisioned. Ellie also emphasizes the importance of learning to forgive yourself during tough times, which she believes is essential for growth and success.

She shares how connecting with others, embracing self-compassion, and staying true to your values can elevate your entrepreneurial journey.

Listen to Ellie’s story and learn how to push forward, embrace change, and stay resilient no matter the obstacles you face.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• The importance of mindset in overcoming self-doubt
• How connecting with people and telling a story can drive success
• Ellie’s emotional experience on Shark Tank and the decision to sell her company
• Learning to forgive yourself and admit when you're wrong
• The power of shifting your mindset and embracing the belief that others' opinions are none of your business
• Why taking bold steps and owning your mistakes can be freeing
• Ellie’s transition into the world of beauty and skincare with her new role at Olive Tree People
• The significance of investing in self-development through coaching

About Ellie Brown

Ellie Brown has over 30 years of experience in sales, with a focus on connecting people and advocating for safer personal care products. She co-developed a product featured on Shark Tank and has spent the last eight years working on health protective laws in the skincare industry.

Ellie is one of the top 0.4% of brand advocates for Beautycounter and is currently with Olive Tree People, a German company focused on waterless skincare. She is passionate about making a difference in the beauty industry and helping others build successful businesses.

Her career is defined by her ability to overcome challenges, stay focused, and help people make better choices.

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What do you do when your career takes an unexpected turn?

In this episode of Bold Moves, Confident Choices, Lyndsay Dowd shares her bold transition from 25 years in corporate America to entrepreneurship. After climbing the ranks at IBM, a sudden career change led her to discover new passions and a heart-centered approach to leadership. 

Lyndsay opens up about how investing in herself and building her personal brand transformed her life. Now, as Chief Revenue Officer at Intry Careers and host of the Heartbeat for Hire podcast, Lyndsay helps others build modern leadership skills and create cultures that drive results.

Listen to Lyndsay's inspiring journey of taking risks, embracing change, and leading with heart to redefine success in the professional world.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Lyndsay’s 25 years in corporate America, including 23 years at IBM
• Her bold decision to leave the corporate world and transition to entrepreneurship
• The challenges she faced when fired from her new job and how she rebuilt her career
• How she built her personal brand and embraced podcasting despite initial doubts
• The importance of personal boards of advisors and building a supportive community
• Advice on navigating career shifts and entrepreneurial challenges
• How LinkedIn and social media have become vital tools for personal and professional growth
• Insights on leadership, personal branding, and creating cultures that drive results

About Lyndsay Dowd

Lyndsay Dowd is a renowned Speaker, Founder, Author, Coach, and Podcast Host with a passion for transforming leadership and organizational culture. 

With over 25 years of experience in the corporate world, including 23 years at IBM, Lyndsay has successfully led large, high-performing sales teams. Her expertise in leadership and culture led her to create Heartbeat for Hire, where she focuses on building irresistible cultures and modern leadership practices that drive results. 

A two-time author of Top Down Culture and a contributing writer to Voices of Women, Lyndsay has been featured in major publications including Fortune Magazine and HR.com. She hosts the globally ranked podcast Heartbeat for Hire and is a frequent guest speaker. 

Currently, she serves as Chief Revenue Officer at Intry, a company merging technology with humanity to help job seekers land their dream jobs. Lyndsay is recognized as a Top 10 Business Coach by Apple News and was named Business Coach of the Year in 2023.

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How does facing adversity shape the leader you become? 

In this episode, Scot Heathman, a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, shares his incredible journey of leadership, resilience, and self-discovery. With over 25 years of military service, including leading 36,000 people, Scot has mastered the art of servant leadership and personal growth. 

His story also includes overcoming a life-threatening health challenge, a brain tumor diagnosis that shook his world but ultimately strengthened his resolve. 

Scot talks about the importance of resilience, how to build strong teams, and his shift from people-pleasing to leading with purpose. Learn how embracing challenges can unlock untapped potential, and why mindset and emotional intelligence are essential in leadership. 

Tune in to hear Scot's personal lessons on leadership, resilience, and commanding your life with courage. 

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Scot Heathman’s journey from aspiring pilot to U.S. Air Force Colonel and leadership expert.
• The importance of servant leadership and empowering others to lead with courage.
• How focusing on doing your best work instead of people-pleasing can lead to success.
• Overcoming adversity: Scot’s experience with a life-threatening brain tumor and the lessons learned.
• The power of building strong, supportive teams and how to choose your tribe wisely.
• How to develop resilience in the face of challenges and turn adversity into growth.
• The role of emotional intelligence in leadership and personal development.
• Why embracing challenges and staying true to yourself is key to unlocking your full potential.

About Scot Heathman

Scot Heathman is a leadership coach and consultant with over 25 years of experience in the U.S. Air Force, where he served as a combat instructor pilot and base commander. He has led teams of up to 14,000 personnel and now works with leaders at all levels to build strong cultures and improve communication.

Scot holds three Master’s degrees in Organizational Leadership, Operational Planning, and National Security & Strategic Studies. He is also certified in Emotional Intelligence and DiSC, tools that help leaders improve their performance and grow their teams.

Scot is the author of an upcoming book Command With Courage: Elevating Beyond Adversity, focused on resilience and leadership. His mission is to help leaders navigate challenges and elevate others to their full potential.

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What does it take to lead with empathy and transform workplace culture? 

In this episode, we sit down with Andrew DeGood, a seasoned leader in the finance and technology industries, who shares his powerful journey from struggling with bipolar disorder to building a successful career. 

As an advocate for mental health and a builder of things that matter, Andrew discusses how he used his experiences to create an open and supportive work environment. 

Throughout this episode, Andrew emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and transparency in leadership, especially when normalizing mental health struggles in the workplace. Tune in to hear how Andrew's bold move of embracing vulnerability as a leader transformed his career and empowered others to do the same.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Andrew’s early life struggles and challenges, including a troubled youth and high school expulsions.
• His self-discovery of bipolar disorder and the impact it had on his career and personal life.
• The power of vulnerability and transparency in leadership to create a supportive and healthy workplace.
• Andrew’s bold decision to publicly share his bipolar diagnosis and the positive response he received.
• How creating a psychologically safe space for employees helped foster a culture of empathy and support.
• The importance of being open about mental health to reduce stigma and empower others.
• Andrew’s experience of growing a startup and the impact on the company’s culture.
• Insights into the role of CEOs and senior leadership in driving culture change and promoting mental health awareness.

About Andrew DeGood

Andrew DeGood is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience across finance and technology. He has held diverse roles in operations, product development, client service management, and business development. Andrew co-founded Canopy Financial Technology Partners in 2020 and successfully sold it in 2022. Currently, he serves as the Co-Founder and CEO of Ask Bob AI, a groundbreaking AI startup that helps organizations save time and reduce costs with custom large language models.

Beyond AI, Andrew is passionate about mental health in the workplace. He co-founded IronTribe, a men's community focused on connection and growth. 

With a proven track record in startup environments and Fortune 500 companies, Andrew excels in strategy, team building, and creating innovative company cultures. 

His dedication to fostering supportive, mentally healthy work environments and delivering impactful solutions sets him apart as a forward-thinking leader.

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Have you ever wondered if you're truly in the driver's seat of your career? 

In this episode of Bold Moves, Confident Choices, Keri-Lynne Shaw—former BMW executive and career coach—shares her bold journey from corporate leadership to helping others take charge of their careers. 

Keri-Lynne's mantra is clear: it’s not just about doing good work; it's about stepping up, embracing opportunities, and owning your career path.

She opens up about her own evolution, including a powerful personal story of navigating loss and the strength that came from it. Keri-Lynne now empowers others—particularly women—to break through barriers, close the gender pay gap, and take control of their professional lives. 

If you're ready to reveal your potential and be the fearless leader of your career, this episode is for you.

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Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Keri-Lynne’s journey from a corporate exec at BMW to becoming a career coach.
• The importance of saying “yes” to every opportunity and leading with curiosity.
• Overcoming the fear of rejection and finding strength in vulnerability.
• The concept of a "personal board of advisors" (PBA) and how it can help in career growth.
• Keri-Lynne’s perspective on how to approach the gender pay gap and empower women in their careers.
• The role of exercise and mental health in overcoming personal adversity.
• How Keri-Lynne navigated the tragedy of losing her husband and found strength through her career.
• The power of LinkedIn for career growth and how Keri-Lynne uses it to build connections.

About Keri-Lynne Shaw

Keri-Lynne Shaw (KL) is a Chief People Officer and Certified Professional Coach with over 15 years of experience in human resources. She has crafted and extended thousands of job offers, gaining valuable insights into the negotiation process. 

KL is passionate about helping high performers take control of their careers, secure better opportunities, and close the gender pay gap. 

As the founder of "Your Career Roadie," she provides coaching and advice to professionals, guiding them to make confident career decisions and achieve their goals. KL is also a LinkedIn Top Voice, known for sharing practical strategies to help people unlock their full potential and succeed in the workplace.

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Ever feel like you’re stuck despite past successes? 

In this episode of Bold Moves, Confident Choices, Olympic gold medalist Joe Jacobi opens up about how he faced his toughest moments and emerged stronger than ever. 

Joe shares how he transitioned from elite athlete to CEO, how he lost himself along the way, and the powerful shift that brought him back to health and happiness. He reveals how small, intentional steps—like journaling—can create massive transformation and help you get unstuck. 

If you're ready to break through your own barriers and take control of your life, Joe’s story will inspire you to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start making bold moves today.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Joe Jacobi’s transition from Olympic athlete to CEO of USA Canoe/Kayak.
• The toll his leadership role took on his mental and physical health.
• How journaling became a key part of Joe’s transformation.
• The concept of Thinking in Waves and how it can guide life decisions.
• The importance of small steps in overcoming life’s challenges.
• Insights on the power of reflection and personal growth.
• Joe’s experience of moving to Spain and finding a new purpose.
• How journaling can disrupt bad habits and improve mental health.

About Joe Jacobi

Joe Jacobi is an Olympic Gold Medalist and Performance Coach who specializes in Midlife Peak Performance. After his success as an Olympic athlete, Joe found himself stuck in an unhealthy and unfulfilled phase as CEO of a major sports organization. 

Overweight and unhappy, he recognized that his previous success as an athlete was actually exacerbating his situation. Joe turned this crisis around by developing a performance framework and mental models that guided him through one of the most transformative midlife transitions imaginable. 

Today, Joe combines his high-performance athletic experience with the values and lifestyle he embraces in Catalunya, Spain, to help senior executives, medical professionals, business owners, and sales leaders overcome the challenges of midlife and unlock their hidden potential. 

Through his unique approach, Joe focuses on the art of course correction, the power of small daily steps, and rediscovering joy through movement in nature.

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Mentioned in the Episode

• Derek Sivers’ Blog Post: "One Big Choice Shapes 100 More"
• Joe Jacobi’s Weekly Essay: Thinking in Waves 

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Have you ever made a bold move that changed the course of your life?

Welcome to the very first episode of Bold Moves, Confident Choices! I’m beyond excited to be here with you, kicking off this new journey together. This podcast is all about stepping up, making fearless decisions, and turning your dreams into reality through bold moves and confident choices.

I’m Courtney Turich, and in this episode, I’ll be sharing my journey from a small-town girl in Indiana to landing a deal on Shark Tank and becoming VP of Sales at a med-tech startup. Along the way, I’ve taken some pretty bold steps—some were filled with doubt, and others weren’t exactly confident choices at the time. But every one of them taught me something valuable.

Get ready for stories about relocating for new opportunities, overcoming challenges, and making decisions that shaped my career. 

My goal is to inspire you to make your own bold moves and trust that you’ve got everything it takes to make confident choices in your life too!

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Courtney's journey from small-town Indiana to international experiences.
• How making bold moves helped her step outside her comfort zone.
• Landing a deal on Shark Tank and the importance of confidence in presenting your ideas.
• Overcoming financial struggles and personal setbacks to become stronger.
• The significance of taking risks and learning from less-than-perfect decisions.
• Courtney’s mission is to inspire others to take bold action in their careers and personal lives.
• A reflective moment on how bold choices have shaped her journey.
• Practical tips on making confident choices, even when faced with uncertainty.

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Dive deep into the decisions that define our lives.

This podcast is about owning your path, making fearless choices, and embracing bold moves to shape your future. With inspiring guests and candid conversations, we explore how to lead with confidence, overcome obstacles, and redefine what's possible.

Tune in to hear real stories, raw insights, and empowering advice to help you take charge and boldly create the life you envision.

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