Rise and shine and grind! ☀️☁️ In this episode of Breathe Out, Heather talks about how her ritual has evolved to keep fueling the fire. It takes a commitment to begin waking up early and devote the start of each day to YOURSELF. Press play and this could be the inspiration you need to develop that morning routine rhythm! Learn more about Highpoint's focus on wellness by visiting https://hpigrp.com today.

In this episode of Breathe Out, Heather is joined by Josh White, Production Underwriter, Evolve MGA and Scott Young, CPA, President, PennComp, LLC. Join us as we discuss the recent hacking trends, the evolving landscape of cyber insurance and cyber risk management practices for your business.

Highpoint hosted a webinar titled "Stress Can Cost You" back in June, and Heather was joined by Texas A&M University's Dr. Tara Tietjen-Smith: Professor and Department Head of Health and Human Performance. The conversation was so good that they kept it going long after the zoom call was over and we want to breathe out that helpful information to y'all! Listen as they discuss the stressors of the workplace, adapting with major lifestyle changes from the pandemic, and the importance of self-care. The idea is to really take the time to figure out what's getting in the way of balancing it all together in your every day life, and not feeling sorry about it! To check out Dr. T's presentation, visit www.hpigrp.com/webinars and follow us on social for upcoming free webinars. Take care, y'all!

Terry Keys is an Amazon Best-Selling author, Highpoint family member, and a close friend of the Smyrls. In this week’s episode, Terry, Heather, and Brandon dive into hard conversations on profiling, systemic racism, criminal justice, and civil rights movements - both historic and present day. It’s one of Highpoint’s core values that every person deserves to feel heard without preconceived filters and understood with empathy. It’s time to include everyone in the conversation. Terry’s book “Stop Killing Us” is set to release July 28 and is available for preorder now on Amazon!

In this week’s episode, Heather is joined by her partner in business and better half, Brandon Smyrl! Listen as they reflect on each other’s journeys and how embracing their differences brought them together. They tell the story of how Highpoint was established with a foundation to lead with transparency and respect, which led to creating a supportive environment where everyone feels encouraged to live their best life. Through the ups and downs, it makes us all stronger together! Learn more about the Highpoint family at www.hpigrp.com and follow our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram to share the love!

In this episode of Breathe Out, Heather is joined by international best-selling author Jennifer Eggers, founder of Leadershift Insights, Inc. Jennifer is a consultant with over 20 years of coaching experience. She is passionate about aligning teams with company values and that resonates with Highpoint deeply. Knowing our “why” is key when it comes to adapting to change. Jennifer’s book “Resilience: It’s Not About Bouncing Back” can be found on her website www.leadershiftinsights.com or on Amazon! Visit www.hpigrp.com to learn more about our leadership culture today!

Leadership is influence. Leadership is power. That kind of power can be used to inspire or intimidate. No one wants to work for a jerk boss! In this week's episode of Breathe Out, Heather reads a number of stories that were submitted about some horrible bosses people have had in the past. What were they thinking?! What could have been done differently? One of Highpoint's core values is to be a servant leader. Look at the heart and examine your intentions. Use your core values as a compass to lead with love. Learn more about our core values and more at www.hpigrp.com and stay tuned for exciting upcoming episodes every Monday!

Life is about the journey - not the destination. It's our FIRST episode and we’re hearing the origin story of a leader. Heather reflects on her past and how learning from our mistakes can give us all the opportunity to flourish with a growth mindset instead of a stifled one. When people feel free to express their unique talents toward a common goal, we can accomplish our extraordinary dreams. After 25 years, Heather is proud to lead the company she loves along with her husband Brandon. Learn more about Highpoint Insurance Group at www.hpigrp.com, follow us on social media, and remember to share what you learn ☁️

Hey everyone! This podcast goes LIVE June 1st and we’ll launch new episodes every Monday! I’m Heather Smyrl and I founded Highpoint Insurance Group in Friendswood, Texas to innovate and improve the way we do insurance. Check out hpigrp.com for more! Each episode, I’ll be chatting about safety, wellness, leadership, and workplace culture with the smartest people I know in business. Thanks for tuning in!