Career Buzz

In this week's episode of Career Buzz, join Erica Mattison with Geraldine Barney.

Being an artist is central to Geraldine Barney’s identity. Throughout her career she’s discovered the personal importance of developing a creative practice involving a range of media from prints, to paintings, to songs. As she creates, she honours her Indigenous culture and connection to the land where she grew up on a Navajo reservation. 

Geraldine’s career has included a wide variety of settings, from higher education to home improvement stores. Her passion for her craft has helped her stay true to herself and her values.

In their conversation, Geraldine shares how her art is shaped by her connection to her ancestors, to nature, and to her community.

About Geraldine Barney

Geraldine Barney’s artwork explores the relationship between the traditional Navajo values and beliefs she grew up with on the Navajo Reservation in Northwest New Mexico with contemporary city life off the reservation. Living in two cultures is a prominent theme in her art and her music.

Geraldine studied printmaking at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, NM and at the Kansas City Art Institute, Kansas City, MO. Although a printmaker at heart, Geraldine is currently working on a series of landscapes (both real and imagined) that invoke her passion for the land of the Southwest and her connection to the Navajo reservation. 

Geraldine is also a singer and song writer whose work is included in two Smithsonian Folkways CD’s; “Music of New Mexico: Native American Traditions” and “Heartbeat: Voices of First Nations Women”.

Follow Geraldine on Instagram at @geral.dine.barney and on Facebook at Gerri Barney.

The heart of leadership is human connection. Our world needs Caring Leaders who are genuinely interested in the success and well-being of their people.

In this week's episode, join ⁠Stephen Armstrong⁠ of ⁠Innovation Nation Radio Show⁠ to discover the transformative power of caring, empathy and human connection in Empowering People Through Caring Leadership: Strategies That Actually Work by leadership consultant and coach ⁠Germain St-Denis⁠. This book distills St-Denis' extensive leadership experience into actionable strategies to empower leaders at all levels to create environments where everyone can thrive. It is an essential guide that redefines modern leadership, showing you how to cultivate an engaged, highly collaborative workforce built on mutual respect, trust and empowerment to deliver results. A Caring Leader develops and empowers people while getting the job done.

Join us on Career Buzz as we explore the fascinating career story of Rodney Kaufman, founder of ⁠Corporate Canine Therapy⁠. In the fast-paced corporate landscape, stress and burnout are prevalent, but Rodney and his partner Jane have a unique solution. Their specially trained therapy dogs are not only bringing joy and comfort to employees in workplaces but also supporting patients in hospitals. These furry therapists are transforming the way we view well-being in the workplace and healthcare settings, one wagging tail at a time. Rodney's journey, coupled with his background as an executive chef trained at Le Cordon Bleu, adds a rich layer to his story. Join us as we uncover the impact of ⁠Corporate Canine Therapy⁠ and the extraordinary bond between humans and dogs. 

Get your cute dog serotonin boost on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠ and ⁠LinkedIn

Join host Stephen Armstrong on 'Innovation Nation' on Career Buzz as he explores the intersection of real-world business practices with people's career evolution. This episode, 'Disruptive Change in the Global Economy: An In-depth Analysis,' provides an insightful discussion with industry veteran, Michael Blacklock. Armstrong and Blacklock delve into the challenges and intricacies of doing business internationally amidst unprecedented economic shifts.

Gain an understanding of the current struggles within Germany's and EU's economic landscape from Blacklock's perspective. Explore key topics like migration's role in a nation's economic health and the future of international business in an era of disruption. Learn from Blacklock's varied experiences, from working for multinational automotive manufacturers to advising Canadian government policies and private consulting.

This episode provides a robust exploration of the impact of socio-political unrest, environmental sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and cross-cultural competence on international trade. Discover crucial insights into navigating changing international market dynamics and positioning for successful business ventures.

Deep dive into Germany's current economic crisis, the influence of Canada's government, and increasing fears amongst global investors. Discuss potential opportunities created by smart partnerships between German businesses and North American market entities. The episode further explores China's economic paradigm shift and its global implications.

In conclusion, Armstrong and Blacklock discuss the potential influence of US elections on the German and Canadian economies. Understand the implications of changing trade agreements and defense spending commitments on the global economic canvas. Gain insights on how businesses can adapt and thrive in this volatile environment.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your understanding of international trade and devise effective global career strategies. Tune into 'The Innovation Nation' for more in-depth analysis and discussions on global market navigation and disruptions.

The Canadian Artists Network is the voice of Canada’s elder professional artists – across all disciplines. It offers programs that enable artists to remain relevant, connected, informed, and motivated. Artists don’t retire. Their creativity and skills do not diminish with age. Creativity lives forever. The Canadian Artists Network raises awareness of the value of these artists as resources for the future and role models for emerging talent. We speak to  a mentorship pair, through the Network, mentee Sonia Gemmiti, a writer, director, producer, and her mentor, celebrated Canadian director, Guy Maddin. But first, host Mark Franklin is joined by Canadian Artists Network Executive Director, Scott Walker, about the career and life implication of the Network, and his own broadcasting career story.  

Scott Walker: LinkedIn   https://www.scottwalker.ca/

Guy Maddin: Instagram  IMDB Bio

Sonia Gemmiti: LinkedIn  Instagram 

The Canadian Artists Network is the voice of Canada’s elder professional artists – across all disciplines. It offers programs that enable artists to remain relevant, connected, informed, and motivated. Artists don’t retire. Their creativity and skills do not diminish with age. Creativity lives forever. The Canadian Artists Network raises awareness of the value of these artists as resources for the future and role models for emerging talent. We speak to  a mentorship pair, through the Network, mentee Sonia Gemmiti, a writer, director, producer, and her mentor, celebrated Canadian director, Guy Maddin. But first, host Mark Franklin is joined by Canadian Artists Network Executive Director, Scott Walker, about the career and life implication of the Network, and his own broadcasting career story.  

Scott Walker: LinkedIn   https://www.scottwalker.ca/

Guy Maddin: Instagram  IMDB Bio

Sonia Gemmiti: LinkedIn  Instagram 

What does the term ‘social reciprocity” mean and why is it important? Why is a cover letter called a “cover letter”? These questions will be answered in this episode of Hoda’s Career Info by Shelly Elsliger and Thomas Powner.

Listen, learn and join Hoda in her journey to increase everyone’s Career Literacy one interview at a time.

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