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This was originally recorded via video livestream on YouTube on 8/7/21

Relaunch After You Reflect, Refresh, Refuel, & Refine

Reflect I went back to my original intent and purpose  

Refresh I just had to pump the brakes and shut things down  for some quiet time before restarting  

Refuel You cannot reboot or relaunch anything without refueling for the journey. You need fuel to go the distance of the journey.  

Refine Organize processes to enhance pre- and post-production with consistency

This was recorded via live stream on YouTube at 10 AM PST Saturday, August 1, 2020. Watch the video via YouTube.

Aldo Chavez of AthLEAD Advantage shared both about those who influenced him in life and how to inspire budding athletes to perform at a higher level as players and contributors to society. Listen to Aldo share his thoughts on how to set an example for others despite circumstances.

This was recorded via live stream on YouTube at 10 AM PST Saturday, August 1, 2020. Watch the video via YouTube.

Having shared a presentation on what AthLEAD Advantage is and how it provides services and support to schools and organizations within San Diego County, Aldo Chavez of AthLEAD Advantage gives listeners insight into an approach to addressing the shifts and changes of COVID-19 and the effects of the health pandemic on business. Listen to Aldo's expressive intensity regarding no excuses and pushing into new territory.

This was recorded via live stream on YouTube at 10 AM PST Saturday, August 1, 2020. Watch the video via YouTube.

Aldo Chavez of AthLEAD Advantage joined the show with a presentation on what AthLEAD Advantage is and how it provides services and support to schools and organizations within San Diego County. Listen to Aldo's heart for the community and collaborative work as he discusses the work that AthLEAD engages in with youth, educators and community partners.

The conversation concluded with this slice fo advice from Dr. V on how to enter the leadership realm as a new administrator in public education or social services.   

Video was recorded via live stream on YouTube at 10 AM PST Saturday, July 18, 2020. 

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This BONUS segment was Dr. V sharing on the kryptonite to systems development, what trips many leaders up in the beginning..   

Video was recorded via live stream on YouTube at 10 AM PST Saturday, July 18, 2020. 

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The conversation includes some discussion on educational and nonprofit traditional approaches to success as opposed to the power of systems thinking as a model for growth and sustainability.   

Video was recorded via live stream on YouTube at 10 AM PST Saturday, July 18, 2020.  

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Here is a deeper look at systems thinking and systems change with Dr. Jose Manuel Villarreal, Principal of Oceanside High School, in Oceanside, California. In particular, this episode explores systems thinking in public education and community based organizations (CBOs).

The conversation includes some discussion on educational and nonprofit traditional approaches to success as opposed to the power of systems thinking as a model for growth and sustainability.   

Video was recorded via live stream on YouTube at 10 AM PST Saturday, July 18, 2020.  

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This segment was recorded via live stream on YouTube at 10 AM PST Saturday, July 18, 2020.

Wanda Maxwell shares her fundraiser to support local San Diego County farm workers with Satin Hands Project.

Dr. Villarreal and Rev. Bruce chimed in to share their personal connections to the farming community, particularly migrant workers, and their support for the project.

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This episode was originally a live stream on YouTube 7-11-20.

This was an inspirational conversation with Lakeysha Sowunmi, author, health advocate, and personal trainer/ coach. Hear from a woman who is promoting health and wellness while extending her reach and growing her brand.

This portion covers Lakeysha Sowunmi's views on public policy being a "marathon" and how the work needs to go deeper and further than just scratching the surface. She also pointed out the need for sustainability in the local church and other programs on the adaptation and enforcement of health policy. She speaks upon the impact of her ministry and work as the gift that just keeps giving. Her inspiration to others includes the usage of SMART goals also covered in Part 2 of this episode.

Visit Lakeysha Sowunmi's website https://lakeyshasowunmi.com/

Books by Lakeysha Sowunmi

Apple Leaves- https://amzn.to/2Dz5KOP

Apple Leaves 2: Skyy's Summer Vacation- https://amzn.to/2ZmnS73