CCnDoc Talk

We always say, "Feedback is like the gift of fruitcake!" What do you do with fruitcake when you receive it? Eat it? Re-gift it? Toss it? No matter what you do with it, you ALWAYS say "Thank you" to the person that gave it to you, first! Then, you can do with it what you like!

This podcast is by request from Doc's former work colleagues. While there is positive and constructive feedback, Doc has always been legendary for delivering tough feedback that actually makes people want to say thank you and often hug her after it's over! Sounds crazy right? But there are some great tools you can use to have those tough conversations.

In this episode, CCnDoc discuss how to deliver feedback, provide examples and share stories of feedback that has impacted them. These feedback tips can be used by anyone, with anyone!

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We decided to lighten the mood this episode and talk about some of the coolest places we’ve been on earth and why we think they are the coolest! This was a tough one for us because we have been fortunate to travel to many! Do you have a bucket list? Maybe some of these will land on it! We hope this will inspire you to continue to explore, even if it’s in your own backyard!

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Have you ever wondered if you have a closet DIY-er in you? Or maybe you already can't get enough of projects and can relate to Doc's addiction? 

Many of you often express awe at both the number and quality of projects that Doc completes on a regular basis! In CC's family Doc is known as "Amazing Amy" because she can and does do just about everything! Need something fixed? Ask Amy! Need to understand how something works? Ask Doc! Need ideas on how to improve a space and don't know where to start? Yep! Landscaping? That's her too! 

So what drives this crazy behavior to think up, create and execute one project after another? Is it insanity OR just the opposite? Where does all this creativity come from? How does she do it? Does she ever get tired of projects? What does CC think about the endless projects list?CCnDoc answer these questions and more in this episode! Do you DIY? 

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We truly believe this is one of our best podcasts yet! In this episode, we speak from the heart about Gratitude in terms of our practice of being grateful each day - especially on the bad days. We also discuss what living in gratitude does for us, and we give ideas on how to incorporate it into your own daily habits. During the course of this unscripted discussion, we realized how much forgiveness also plays into gratitude in allowing us to be open and grateful. What are you grateful for today?

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LITERALLY! Having recently become an “Ostomate,” CCnDoc discuss their experience as CC adjusts to her new temporary ileostomy between surgeries. This post-surgery discussion is both informative and poignant and contains the signature CCnDoc brand of humor as well as caregiver tips, insight for those with ileostomy and showcases their ability to communicate through crisis. There is something in this podcast for everyone, even if you aren’t a part of the shit show! CCnDoc also share some AMAZING GOOD NEWS! Tune in!

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How spontaneous are you? Are you only spontaneous if it’s planned? In this episode we share some of our own spontaneity as well as tips for you to be more spontaneous! Why? Because it’s fun! Everyone can use a little spontaneity in their life. Life is short. Live Bold!

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Ever wonder why people talk to themselves or their pets? It's because pets are great listeners! We can take lessons from our animals!

As executive coaches, we’ve tried to convey the value of listening to others for over 20 years! But how well do we do it in our own relationship? In this podcasts we share our own challenges with listening in our relationship and share some tips and strategies for better listening.

People are starving to be heard and for someone to listen to them wholly, unconditionally and without bias or agenda, especially if it’s a loved one. But, our tendency as listeners is to listen just long enough to solve or to interject our own thoughts. People are also in great need of validation and kudos, and part of the listening process is to also acknowledge what you’ve heard them say. This skill is almost as fundamental as listening itself!

There are many types of listening. There is surface listening, listening for intent, listening for what’s not there and even whole body listening! In our book Coaching For Commitment Simplified (available at Apple Books) we share five CLEAR Coaching Skills (Challenge, Listen, Encourage, Ask and Refine). Of these, Listen and Encourage are the most important and if you do nothing else, these will go a long way!

Sometimes people need to be HEARD and that’s all. As coaches we often refer to ourselves as trusted sounding boards. It’s also ok to ASK the person your listening to what their intent is in sharing. Do they just want to vent? Do they want your advice? Do they want you to ask some questions (coaching) to help them figure out their own stuff? This sets the tone for the conversation and makes it easier for the listener and the person talking!

People don’t argue with their own ideas and because of this, listening without an ulterior motive to fix or solve can do wonders for your leadership and your relationships with others!

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WARNING: This is a funny yet graphic discussion of the side effects associated with CC’s colorectal cancer treatment. It contains explicit language and is not suitable for all audiences. Not all cancer patient’s experiences will be the same. 

Now that CC is officially done with chemo - YAY! And feeling better each day - we can share (with humor) this conversation about CC’s radiation and chemo side effects. Even in the tough moments CCnDoc found humor and were committed to keeping a positive outlook! She got through it and so can you. You are stronger than you know! 

CC’s radiation was a new short course IMRT (25 days worth in 5 days) and chemo was Folxfox 6. She had some atypically extreme side effects with radiation which led to a 20 lb weight loss in less than a month. Effective, but not a diet she recommends! She was to do a minimum of 6 and a max of 8 rounds of chemo. The oncologist stopped her at round 7 in order to avoid further neurotoxicity and permanent damage… 

CC was considered an “under processor” of chemo which is not as it sounds. Her body and especially her neurology did not like it, which means it took longer to process and get out of her system each round. She had some intense and more rare side effects. As she says, “I was luckier than some, unluckier than others.” Some of the symptoms that CC experienced were not typical for many patients, yet some are very common among her peer group, though not always discussed by research papers; and thus communicating these to her oncologist became critical. Our biggest advice: ALWAYS make sure your docs and nurses know your side effects and their severity! Regardless of how rare a side effect is, if you are experiencing it, let them know!

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Changing the way we talk about money, one story at a time! Did you know that money is the number one taboo topic? Yet we all have a relationship with money and it drives almost all of our behaviors! This episode is based on our latest book Courageous Money, where we take you on an adventure through Money National Park. One where you can explore your earliest memories of money and how they formed your money mindset and relationship with money. Courageous Money focuses on storytelling and encourages sharing those stories in households, with friends and even co-workers. We’ve worked with countless clients and families of means over the years and this book was our way of sharing these skills with the masses, because as one of our friend’s said, “Everyone needs this knowledge!” We agree! Let’s Talk About Money!

Courageous Money: Your Adventure Through Money National Park can be purchased at your favorite bookseller. Ebook only $9.99! Join the Courageous Money Explorer Club free for a limited time! 

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Caregiving/Caretaking for anyone is a tough job! Often times the caregiver loses themselves in the process or forgets to take care of themselves because they are so focused on the person being cared for and in many cases, the person being cared for doesn't feel comfortable sharing or can't share their needs. This podcast began with an honest question from Doc about how she could be a better caregiver/care partner for CC during their Cancer journey. It led to a rich conversation about what was working and what goes into being a good caregiver for someone; including a discussion about how important it is for the caregiver to take care of themselves along the way! 

This podcast was previously recorded on or around round 3 of CC's chemo treatments - She just finished round 7 and has one more to go, then her first surgery in June! Go CC, Warrior Princess! 

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