Built on Relationships with Mindy East

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Built on Relationships with Mindy East episodes

  • Relationship-based Lead Gen: What Works to Get More Clients

    In this solo episode, Mindy East explains why so many business owners struggle to get clients even when they’re great at what they do. She reframes the challenge from “I need more clients” to “I need more leads,” then shares how relationships, networking, LinkedIn, and speaking can help create consistent referrals.

    Key topics

    • Why the real challenge may be a lack of leads—not a lack of clients.
    • How business owners can become the “best kept secret” in their industry.
    • Why a LinkedIn profile should work like an online billboard, not an online resume.
    • How a simple LinkedIn presence can build credibility and lead to new connections.
    • Why putting yourself out there doesn’t mean being loud, bragging, or pitching.
    • How a clear, memorable “known for statement” can replace the traditional elevator pitch.
    • Why relationships, networking, and speaking can be powerful sources of referrals.
    • How LinkedIn can help keep relationships active between in-person events.
    • Why speaking helps potential clients and referral partners understand how you think and solve problems.

    Timestamps

    00:00 – The frustration behind not getting new clients
    01:14 – Why business owners need more leads
    02:43 – Becoming the best kept secret in your industry
    04:02 – Michelle’s LinkedIn story
    06:30 – What “putting yourself out there” really means
    08:01 – Making your business easy to remember and refer
    09:15 – The “known for statement”
    11:34 – Why relationships matter in lead generation
    13:54 – Networking in person and on LinkedIn
    14:30 – Why networking leads can take time
    16:04 – A referral that began with a networking event a year earlier
    18:09 – Using LinkedIn to keep relationships alive
    19:08 – Speaking as a lead generation tool
    21:27 – Why lead generation supports every part of your business
    22:28 – Three practical steps to take this week

    Action steps

    1. Write your known for statement and see if someone can repeat it clearly.
    2. Choose one in-person networking event to attend in the next 30 days.
    3. Block 15 minutes each week for LinkedIn activity.
    4. Consider whether speaking could become part of your lead generation strategy.

    Join Networking School & Become Known In Your Industry: https://limerockconsulting.co/networking-school


    Company Website: www.limerockconsulting.co
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


    18 min
  • Your Network Is Your Net Worth

    Mindy East talks with Dana Williams about how strengths work, intentional relationships, and internal leadership can shape career transitions and business growth. Dana shares how her Southwest Airlines background, coaching experience, and new book connect through one theme: helping people understand their value and show up authentically.In this episode, Mindy and Dana explore why relationships can be a powerful source of business, how strengths can support hiring and team alignment, and how Dana built her work around helping people live in their unique talents every day.

    Key topics

    • Dana’s 25-plus-year career at Southwest Airlines, spanning operations, HR, hiring, training, and marketing.
    • How HR and marketing overlap in recruiting, retention, culture, and internal communication.
    • How Southwest began using CliftonStrengths during the AirTran acquisition to help employees understand themselves and integrate into the company.
    • How strengths coaching led to opportunities inside Southwest and eventually to Dana’s own business.
    • The story behind Dana’s strengths journal and her goal of keeping strengths work alive after workshops.
    • Why relationships matter in business, including staying connected with former colleagues and creating opportunities to gather.
    • How Dana’s business has grown through referrals and her Southwest network.
    • Networking through clear introductions, community, and consistent follow-up.
    • Dana’s book, The Internal Revolution, about authentic leadership, personal branding from within, and managing yourself first.

    Timestamps

    • 00:00 Opening the conversation and why Mindy invited Dana
    • 01:08 Dana’s Southwest Airlines career in operations, HR, hiring, and training
    • 03:19 Why HR and marketing are closely connected
    • 07:46 COVID, organizational change, and the decision to start a business
    • 12:17 Why business can come from your network, not just advertising
    • 13:26 Staying connected through panels, lunches, and listening spaces
    • 15:58 The story behind The Internal Revolution
    • 21:22 Identity beyond your job title
    • 22:44 Where Dana’s business comes from and how she builds new connections
    • 25:45 Why in-person events feel especially valuable
    • 28:41 Choosing networking that fits your values and personality
    • 30:02 Measuring impact through stories, not just immediate leads
    • 31:48 Where to find Dana and her books

    Notable quotes

    “I help people birth their purpose and live in their unique talents every day.”

    “Changing me changes everything.”

    “We have been taught that our title is our identity, but we're never shown our value.”

    About Dana Williams

    Dana Williams is a leadership identity expert, Gallup-Certified CliftonStrengths Coach, and founder of Dana Williams Consulting with more than 25 years of leadership experience at Southwest Airlines. Through her consulting, speaking, and workshops, she and her team help high-achieving leaders and their employees align who they are with how they lead and work.

    As the creator of the Authentic Imprint™ framework and author of The Internal Revolution, she equips executives to lead from their authentic identity instead of performance pressure and burnout. Dana is also the host of the Dominate Your Day podcast and creator of The Strengths Journal™, the only Gallup-certified daily strengths planner.

    • Learn more about Dana’s work with executives and teams at www.danawilliamsco.com
    • Take the free, 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment to receive your leadershipscorecard:danawilliamsco.scoreapp.com
    • Get your copy of Dana’s book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within:www.danawilliamsco.com/book
    • Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™:thestrengthsjournal.com

    Join Networking School & Become Known In Your Industry: https://limerockconsulting.co/networking-school


    Company Website: www.limerockconsulting.co
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


    30 min
  • Networking Is Not Selling

    Visibility plus relationships equals opportunity

    In this solo episode, Mindy East breaks down the core equation behind her approach to business growth: visibility plus relationships equals opportunity. She explains why either one on its own falls short, and how combining the two creates referrals, warmer conversations, and opportunities that find you instead of the other way around.Mindy also shares her own networking example, including how LinkedIn and in-person events worked together to create a real opportunity before she even walked into the room.

    Key topics

    • Mindy East introduces the show’s foundational equation: visibility plus relationships equals opportunity.
    • Why relationships without visibility go cold, even when the relationship itself is strong.
    • Why visibility without relationships rarely creates referrals, because people need trust before they risk their reputation.
    • How being “out of sight, out of mind” can quietly cost you opportunities.
    • What changes when both sides are working: your name comes up in rooms you are not in, and people reach out already familiar with you.
    • Why referrals are the result of trust, not just recognition.
    • Mindy’s own business model, where 98% of her business comes from referrals.
    • A networking example from San Antonio showing LinkedIn visibility creating momentum before an in-person event.
    • Why modern networking requires both in-person connection and LinkedIn presence.
    • The three steps in Mindy’s Remember Me Roadmap: define your direction, build your visibility, and strengthen relationships.

    Timestamps

    00:00 - The question that reveals whether your name comes up when it matters

    00:48 - The equation behind business growth: visibility plus relationships

    03:17 - When strong relationships go cold because you are no longer visible

    06:15 - Why visibility alone does not create referrals without trust

    07:34 - What happens when both visibility and relationships are working

    09:38 - Your name starts showing up in rooms you are not in

    11:29 - Why Mindy says 98% of her business comes from referrals

    12:33 - A San Antonio networking event where LinkedIn opened the door first

    14:32 - How posting on LinkedIn supported the in-person opportunity

    15:07 - Why modern networking requires both in-person and virtual presence

    16:28 - In-person without LinkedIn versus LinkedIn without in-person

    17:25 - The Remember Me Roadmap inside networking school

    18:22 - The three steps: direction, visibility, and relationships

    19:24 - Choose the side of the equation that is weakest right now

    Action items

    • Identify which side of the equation is weaker for you right now: visibility or relationships.
    • If relationships have gone quiet, re-enter other people’s worlds consistently.
    • If visibility is weak, show up more consistently on LinkedIn and in person.
    • Use both channels together so people see you, trust you, and remember you.
    • Ask yourself whether people can quickly name what you do when your name comes up.

    Join Networking School & Become Known In Your Industry: https://limerockconsulting.co/networking-school


    Company Website: www.limerockconsulting.co
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


    12 min
  • The Real Cost of Staying Quiet at Work

    In this episode, Dr. Kristine Sickels shares insights from her upcoming book 'The Clearest Voice in the Room,' focusing on how women can speak with power and intention at work. We explore the barriers women face in voicing their ideas and practical strategies to overcome them.

    Key Topics

    • The seven silencers that prevent women from speaking up
    • Practical tips to overcome barriers to voice
    • The importance of defining personal values for effective communication
    • How organizational culture influences speaking up
    • The Voice Framework: knowing your values, outcome, identity, energy, and consistency
    • The role of leadership in fostering a culture of open communication

    Timestamps

    0:01 – Intro & welcome back Dr. Kristine Sickels

    2:32 – What prompted the book, The Clearest Voice in the Room

    4:51 – The seven silencers that keep women from speaking up (overview)

    7:43 – Silencers broken down one by one (fear of "no," not feeling good at it, men dominating conversation, fear of judgment, fear of job loss, not wanting to talk too much, not knowing what to say)

    14:26 – Defining your personal values (curiosity, optimism, candor) as the foundation of voice

    17:50 – Everyday, low-stakes ways to build your "speaking up" muscle

    20:20 – The training story that became a catalyst for the book

    25:14 – The Voice Framework (values, outcome, identity, energy, consistency)

    28:08 – Advice for male listeners/leaders on creating space for others to speak

    32:34 – Closing thoughts and where to find the book

    Notable Quotes

    "It's better to speak up than to stay silent."
     "Define your values to clarify your voice."
     "Candor is care and clarity."

    Action Items

    1. Identify your "silencer" — Reflect on which of the seven silencers most often stops you from speaking up in meetings, and name it explicitly before your next high-stakes conversation.
    2. Define your core values — Write down 2–3 personal values that matter most to you at work, and use them as a filter for deciding when and how to voice an opinion.
    3. Apply the Voice Framework — Before your next meeting where you're tempted to stay quiet, run through the five elements (values, outcome, identity, energy, consistency) to prepare what you want to say and how.

    About Dr. Kristine Sickels

    Dr. Kristine Sickels rose up the corporate ladder for 20 years, becoming SVP of Marketing for a $2 billion dollar multi-brand portfolio—including Crockpot, Calphalon, Mr. Coffee, and Oster. During her time in corporate, she revitalized beloved legacy brands like Rubbermaid for new generations, and became known as an executive who led with curiosity, candor, and optimism.   
     
    A former executive turned entrepreneur, she has co-founded several companies including C-Sweet, a multi-million-dollar, women-owned consulting firm where Kristine and her team advise companies including Conair, BaBylissPRO, BIC, Vitamix, GoodCook, and Kimball International. 
     
    In addition, Kristine is an owner and CEO of Mic Drop, a company that helps women hone their public speaking skills, book paid speaking engagements, and increase their income and impact. She also co-owns and invests in several women-centered ventures, including Lorraine’s Retail Group, a mother-daughter business that reflects her belief in generational empowerment and possibility.
     
    Throughout her career, she noticed a major problem: women’s voices are often missing from the rooms where decisions get made. Determined to change this, she has dedicated the second half of her career to championing women’s voices. Through her writing, speaking, and coaching, she shows women how to speak with clarity and confidence at work.    
     
    Kristine holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from Georgia State University and an MBA from the University of Michigan. She splits her time between Washington and Georgia, marketing, teaching, leading women, and building what she once searched for in corporate: rooms where women are not silent, interrupted, talked over, or underestimated, and where they speak up and shape the future.

    Connect with Dr. Kristine Sickels

    drkristinespeaks.com 

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkristinesickels/

    Click here to get her book The Clearest Voice in the Room.

    Join Networking School & Become Known In Your Industry: https://limerockconsulting.co/networking-school


    Company Website: www.limerockconsulting.co
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


    34 min
  • When Your Networking Isn't Working

    Built on Relationships: Why strategic networking starts with one clear business goal

    Mindy East opens the newly renamed podcast, Built on Relationships, with a clear premise: business grows through relationships, not random networking. In this solo episode, she explains why networking can feel exhausting and ineffective, then gives a simple framework for turning scattered effort into intentional connection-building.

    Key topics:

    • In this episode, Mindy explains the rebrand from The People's Success Circle to Built on Relationships, and why the new name reflects the show’s core belief that business is built on relationships, not tactics or templates.
    • She calls out the common networking frustration: attending events, posting on LinkedIn, saying yes to coffees, and still seeing no meaningful growth in pipeline or referrals.
    • Mindy reframes the real problem as networking without direction, not a lack of effort or charisma.
    • She draws a distinction between networking as a vehicle and a business goal as the destination, comparing it to entering an address before driving.
    • The episode’s central framework is three questions: 
      • What is my number one business goal right now?
      • Who are the people connected to this goal?
      • Where do those people actually spend their time?
    • She encourages specificity in goals, such as signing three new clients by month-end or booking five speaking engagements by quarter-end, instead of vague aims like “get more clients.”
    • Mindy broadens the idea of “connected people” beyond prospects to include the people you serve, the people who serve them, and the people already experienced in that space.
    • She urges listeners to treat rooms as optional unless they align with the goal, recommending two or three strategic events instead of a packed calendar.
    • She explains how intention changes follow-up, making conversations more memorable and relevant instead of ending with a generic “let’s stay in touch.”
    • Her closing message is that relationships compound over time, and you cannot rush trust or “cram” relationships at the last minute.

    Timestamps:

    (00:00) Restarting the episode and introducing the new podcast name

    (02:09) Why Built on Relationships replaces The People's Success Circle

    (03:08) The pain of networking hard without seeing results

    (04:28) Why most people network without direction

    (05:08) Random networking creates random results

    (06:08) A mile wide and an inch deep: the cost of shallow connections

    (07:24) The real fix: choose rooms on purpose

    (07:55) Networking is the vehicle, not the strategy

    (08:51) Your goal should guide where you spend time

    (09:24) Question one: define your number one business goal clearly

    (10:23) Question two: identify the people connected to that goal

    (12:19) Question three: find where those people spend time

    (13:08) Use your answers as a filter for events and rooms

    (14:08) How clarity changes your introduction and listening

    (15:29) Why strong follow-up comes from real conversations

    (16:22) When networking stops feeling like a chore

    (17:12) The three questions to ask before your next event

    (18:21) Networking School and the closing reminder to network with intention

    Key framework

    The Strategic Networking Filter

    1. Define the business goal.
    2. Identify the people connected to that goal.
    3. Find the rooms, groups, and events where those people already spend time.

    Mindy’s rule for rooms. If a room does not put you near the people you want to build with, it is optional.

    Notable quotes

    Business does not get built on tactics or templates or how many events you went to last month. It gets built on relationships.

    Networking is actually not the strategy. Networking is the vehicle. The business goal is the definition.

    You can't cram relationships. You have to build them before you need them.

    Built on Relationships: Why strategic networking starts with one clear business goal

    Action items

    • Write down your number one business goal before your next event.
    • List the people connected to that goal.
    • Identify the specific events, groups, associations, or conferences they attend.
    • Attend only the rooms that align with that goal.
    • Use conversations to gather real context for follow-up instead of collecting names.
    • Write down your number one business goal before your next event.
    • List the people connected to that goal.
    • Identify the specific events, groups, associations, or conferences they attend.
    • Attend only the rooms that align with that goal.
    • Use conversations to gather real context for follow-up instead of collecting names.

    Join Networking School & Become Known In Your Industry: https://limerockconsulting.co/networking-school


    Company Website: www.limerockconsulting.co
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


    14 min
  • HR for HR: How to Elevate Your Presence, Own Your Seat, and Lead with Confidence with Nakisha Hicks

    If you're the person in your organization responsible for developing everyone else — who's developing you?

    In this episode of The People Success Circle, I sit down with Nakisha Hicks, founder and president of The ElevateHer LLC, to talk about one of the most overlooked gaps in most organizations — the development, support, and empowerment of HR leaders themselves. Nakisha brings nearly two decades of HR executive experience to this conversation, and she does not hold back. We talk about what HR leaders actually need to thrive, how to stop shrinking in high-stakes rooms, and what it really looks like to own your seat at the table. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in HR — or anyone who leads people and wants to show up with more confidence and impact.

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • Why Nakisha started The ElevateHer LLC in 2020 and what the question "who is HR for HR?" really means
    • The three things HR leaders need most — community, development, and exposure — and why most organizations aren't providing any of them
    • Why HR must learn to speak the language of the business and understand its financial drivers to be taken seriously as a strategic partner
    • The three levels of communication and why moving to level three — conviction, risk, and recommendation — is what executive presence actually looks like
    • How to show up more confidently in meetings even as an introvert, starting with just one powerful sentence
    • Why business acumen and AI literacy are the two most critical skills HR leaders need to develop right now
    • The real cost of a bad hire — and how HR can flip the narrative from cost center to strategic contributor
    • Why workplace trauma is real and how it can cause leaders to lose their voice over time

    Listen for mindset shifts and practical takeaways you can start applying right away — whether you're an HR professional, a people leader, or anyone who wants to lead with more presence and purpose.

    About Kisha Hicks:

    Nakisha Hicks is a beacon of empowerment, devoted to helping women of color in the dynamic realm of human resources soar to extraordinary heights. Known as the Career Path Finder, Nakisha has ignited a fire within countless ambitious HR professionals, guiding them towards their dream jobs and unlocking their full potential. As the driving force behind The ElevateHer LLC, she has earned a stellar reputation for transforming mindsets, turbocharging careers, and unleashing exponential earnings growth. With nearly two decades of trailblazing experience in top-tier HR executive roles, Nakisha stands tall as an industry luminary whose insights have been featured in The Wall Street Journal and countless podcasts and publications nationwide.

    Connect with Nakisha Hicks:
    Website: nakishahicks.com
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nakisha-hicks

    Join Networking School & Become Known In Your Industry: https://limerockconsulting.co/networking-school


    Company Website: www.limerockconsulting.co
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


    30 min
  • Understanding Your Team from the Inside Out: How the Enneagram Can Transform Your Workplace with Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober

    What if the key to better communication, less conflict, and higher engagement at work wasn't another process — it was actually understanding the people?

    In this episode of The People Success Circle, I sit down with Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober, also known as Enneagram Ashton, community psychologist and Enneagram expert, to talk about one of the most powerful — and underutilized — tools for building stronger workplace cultures. Ashton shares how the Enneagram goes far beyond personality labels to uncover the motivations behind why people do what they do, and how that insight can change the way we lead, communicate, and collaborate at work. This conversation is packed with practical takeaways for leaders, HR professionals, and entrepreneurs alike.

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • What the Enneagram is, how it differs from other personality tools like Gallup Strengths and DISC, and why understanding motivation matters more than behavior
    • Why tests are only about 60% accurate — and the better approach to discovering your true Enneagram type
    • How one company reduced turnover dramatically in just six months after implementing the Enneagram with their team
    • Why employee engagement jumps from 32% to 77% when people feel truly understood and valued at work
    • How leaders can use the Enneagram to manage individuals on a personal level instead of assuming everyone is wired the same way
    • The right way to implement the Enneagram at work — and why a one-time workshop is never enough
    • How entrepreneurs can use the Enneagram to understand their own strengths and blind spots, and even serve their clients better
    • Ashton's three books on the Enneagram and her program, The Enneagram Advantage, for those who want to go deeper

    Listen for mindset shifts and practical takeaways you can start applying right away — whether you're leading a team, building a business, or just trying to understand yourself a little better.

    About Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober:

    Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober is a Community Psychologist, certified Enneagram coach, speaker, and author known as Enneagram Ashton. With a master's degree in community psychology and social change, Ashton helps individuals, teams, and organizations use the Enneagram to understand the motivations behind why they do what they do — so they can communicate better, build stronger relationships, and create real, lasting change. She has led 150+ workshops and speaking events, helped more than 6,000 people, and published four books on the Enneagram. Ashton speaks to corporate teams, organizations, and communities, making self-awareness feel accessible, practical, and genuinely fun.

    Connect with Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober:
    Website: enneagramashton.com
    Instagram: @enneagramashton
    The Enneagram Advantage Program: enneagramashton.mykajabi.com/advantage
    Free Self-Assessment: truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test
    Books: The Enneagram for Relationships, The Enneagram Made Simple, and A Little Bit of Enneagram — available on Amazon

    Join Networking School & Become Known In Your Industry: https://limerockconsulting.co/networking-school


    Company Website: www.limerockconsulting.co
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


    32 min
  • Sleep Your Way to Better Performance: What Every Professional Needs to Know with Michele Kreuzer

    What if the thing that's hurting your performance, your patience, and your focus at work isn't your workload — it's your sleep?

    In this episode of The People Success Circle, I sit down with Michele Kreuzer, keynote speaker and Certified Behavioral Sleep Specialist, to talk about one of the most overlooked drivers of workplace performance — sleep. Michele shares her journey from special education teacher to sleep expert, and unpacks the science, the habits, and the mindset shifts that can help professionals finally get the rest they need. This conversation is packed with practical strategies you can start using right away — and a few surprising truths about sleep that just might change how you think about your own.

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • How Michele's work with children and families led her to discover the profound ripple effect that poor sleep has on behavior, performance, and wellbeing
    • Why the way we think and talk about our sleep has a direct effect on how well we actually sleep
    • What insomnia really looks like — and why so many people don't realize they have it
    • The dangers of clock-watching in the middle of the night and the one simple habit that can help
    • What CBTI (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) is, how it works, and why just six to eight sessions can change everything
    • The daily habits that either help or hurt your sleep — from meal timing and exercise to light exposure and alcohol
    • What leaders can do to model healthy sleep boundaries and create a culture where their team isn't burning out in the dark
    • Why one in three people in your workforce are sleep deprived right now — and what to do about it

    Listen for mindset shifts and practical takeaways you can start applying right away — because better sleep is one of the most powerful investments you can make in your performance, your health, and your leadership.

    About Michele Kreuzer:

    Michele Kreuzer is a keynote speaker and Certified Behavioral Sleep Specialist who helps organizations and professionals improve performance and well-being through evidence-based sleep strategies. As a teacher and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Michele hit a wall she couldn't power through — waking night after night at 2 or 3 a.m., exhausted but unable to sleep. It was watching the children she worked with regress due to poor sleep that changed everything, revealing the ripple effect that one person's sleep has on an entire family, team, and workplace. That experience led her back to school to become a Certified Behavioral Sleep Practitioner — and now she helps businesses see what exhaustion is really costing them. Michele offers corporate keynotes, team workshops, and 1:1 coaching, delivering science-backed strategies that spark real change.

    Connect with Michele Kreuzer:
    Website: michelekreuzer.com

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-public-speaker/ 

    Join Networking School & Become Known In Your Industry: https://limerockconsulting.co/networking-school


    Company Website: www.limerockconsulting.co
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


    38 min
  • Reiki, KonMari, and the Art of Letting Go: How to Reduce Burnout and Create More Joy at Work with Michelle Shinagawa

    What if the clutter in your workspace — and your mind — is costing you more than you think?

    In this episode of The People Success Circle, I sit down with Michelle Shinagawa, Reiki master teacher and KonMari organizing consultant, to explore two powerful Japanese practices that can help professionals reduce stress, release mental clutter, and create more space for joy — both at work and in life. Michelle shares her own journey from a shy girl in Osaka to a keynote speaker teaching mindfulness and intentional living, and walks us through practical techniques you can start using right away. This conversation is packed with fresh perspectives on burnout prevention that go far beyond the usual advice.

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • What Reiki is and how it works as an energy healing practice — including a live demonstration of a calming technique you can try right now
    • Why releasing stress before layering on positive affirmations makes all the difference
    • The KonMari method and how focusing on what sparks joy — rather than what to throw away — changes everything
    • How physical clutter increases cortisol levels and quietly contributes to burnout, disengagement, and lost productivity
    • Why the average American worker spends forty hours a year just looking for things — and what to do about it
    • How to apply the KonMari method beyond your home: your office, your calendar, your meetings, and even your network
    • Why leaders need to look inward first before they can help their teams reduce overwhelm and reconnect with their work

    Listen for mindset shifts and practical takeaways you can start applying right away — whether you're leading a team or simply trying to create more breathing room in your day.

    About Michelle Shinagawa:
    Michelle Shinagawa helps professionals protect their energy, reduce stress, and create space, physically, mentally, and emotionally, so they can show up fully for their work and the people they serve. Originally from Japan, Michelle brings a mindfulness-based workplace solutions perspective to her speaking and training, combining modern stress-reduction strategies with the grounding practices of Reiki and the transformational clarity of KonMari. Through this integrated approach, she equips organizations and individuals with practical tools to prevent burnout, sustain performance, and build healthier workplace cultures — without sacrificing well-being.

    Connect with Michelle Shinagawa:
    Website
    LinkedIn
    Instagram

    Join Networking School & Become Known In Your Industry: https://limerockconsulting.co/networking-school


    Company Website: www.limerockconsulting.co
    Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com


    40 min
  • How to Adapt, Stay Visible, and Build a Career You Love with Alexis King

    Are you waiting for your career to move forward — or are you actively making it happen?

    In this episode of The People Success Circle, I sit down with Alexis King, keynote speaker, author, LinkedIn learning and development professional, and entrepreneur, to talk about what it really takes to navigate career transitions, stay relevant, and become unignorable at work. Alexis shares her journey from banking to corporate training to tech — and how each unexpected turn actually prepared her for the next one. This conversation is packed with practical strategies for anyone who wants to take ownership of their career, build multiple income streams, and show up with more intention.

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • Alexis's career journey from bank teller to LinkedIn Learning — and the pivotal layoff that changed everything
    • Why being laid off in 2012 led her to uncover what she actually loved doing — and how a great coach made all the difference
    • The power of LinkedIn for career growth and why it is still one of the most underutilized tools for professionals
    • How Alexis built a real estate investment business during the pandemic and what that taught her about entrepreneurship and multiple income streams
    • Why you don't have to quit your job to start something on the side — and what ruthless prioritization actually looks like in practice
    • The five P's framework from her book The Career Ninja Mindset: Plan, Prioritize, Practice, Persistence, and Passion
    • What it means to become unignorable at work — and why visibility plus relationships is the formula that creates real opportunity

    Listen for mindset shifts and practical takeaways you can start applying right away — whether you're looking to grow where you are or take your career in a whole new direction.

    About Alexis King:

    Alexis King, MBA, CPTD®, is a keynote speaker, leadership strategist, executive coach, and Amazon Best-Selling Author who helps organizations navigate rapid, disruptive change—especially in the age of AI—so their people stay engaged, adaptable, and driving results instead of falling behind. Drawing from a career spanning banking, tech leadership, entrepreneurship, real estate investing, and talent development, Alexis equips audiences with actionable tools they can immediately apply during periods of uncertainty and transition. Her work focuses on helping individuals and teams move from overwhelmed and reactive to agile, proactive, and high-performing contributors.

    Connect with Alexis King:
    Website: alexiskingconsulting.com
    Book: The Career Ninja Mindset — available on Amazon

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