New Year's!  Our January-February Theme: "2022:  New Year With New Perspectives" prepares us for "what's next" in our lives in the new year!

Today's podcast is a SETUP for a phenomenal new year of new opportunities, challenges and perspectives.  This week's episode will help you make 2022, the best year of your life!

Remember,  CommonSense Leadership Influencer Podcast is your location for new insights!  Just in case you've missed a past episode, this is a great time to catch up! You'll be glad you did!

From all of us at CommonSense Leadership Influencer Podcast, we wish you and your family a wonderful, safe and prosperous New Year!

PROGRAM NOTE:  CommonSense Leadership Influencer Podcast will move to a bi-weekly format that will be simulcast via our Social Media Platforms | Podcast schedule -  1st and 3rd Friday's of each month, beginning January 7th.

Happy Holidays!  New Year's Eve!  Our December Theme: "Resilience and The Role of Gratitude" continues!  Tis the season to express gratitude and appreciation!  

Today's podcast is a RECAP of phenomenal Sage Advice and Leadership Wisdom shared during 2021, from multiple guests who shared their life and career lessons.  This week's episode will help you make 2022, the best year of your life!  

Remember, during your holidays, spend a little time binge listening/watching CommonSense Leadership Influencer Podcast!  Just in case you missed an episode, this is a great time to catch up! You'll be glad you did!

From all of us at CommonSense Leadership Influencer Podcast, we wish you and your family a wonderful, safe and prosperous New Year!

PROGRAM NOTE:  CommonSense Leadership Influencer Podcast will move to a bi-weekly format that will be simulcast via our Social Media Platforms | Podcast schedule -  1st and 3rd Friday's of each month

Happy Holidays!  Merry Christmas Eve!  Our December Theme: "Resilience and The Role of Gratitude" continues!  Tis the season to express gratitude and appreciation!  Our podcast is on a holiday break and we'll REWIND past interviews to share the wisdom, inspiration and information of those conversations with you again. During your holidays, spend a little time binge listening/watching CommonSense Leadership Influencer Podcast!  Just in case you missed an episode, this is a great time to catch up! You'll be glad you did!

Today, our HOLIDAY REWIND GUEST, Dr. Lyna Matesi, Associate Professor - Leadership Studies and also directs the MBA program at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point.  Dr. Matesi shares her life and career experiences to help you focus on elements of your journey that will prepare you for NEXT.  Dr. Lyna prepares leaders to thrive in disruptive environments.  Regardless of your station in life or where you are along your career path, Dr. Matesi's wise counsel will help you.

Listen as Dr. Matesi shares her very fascinating leadership journey and learn how she uses her sense of "hustle" to make things happen for herself and others. Learn how her work ethic, tactics and excitement for creating, changed her life and the lives of everyone she touches.

Merry Christmas!

Welcome to December, and our Theme: "Resilience and The Role of Gratitude" continues!  Tis the season to express gratitude and appreciation!  Our podcast is on a holiday break and we'll REWIND past interviews to share the wisdom, inspiration and information of those conversations with you again. During your holidays, spend a little time binge listening/watching CommonSense Leadership Influencer Podcast!  Just in case you missed an episode, this is a great time to catch up! You'll be glad you did!

Today, our REWIND GUEST, Dr. Pete Ronayne, is a foremost authority on Neuro-leadership - the science of intentional function and focus on the brain in leadership, offers insights into the importance and necessity of being MORE conscious of our brain health and the factors that impact our performance.  Today's interview is PERFECT for HOLIDAY contemplations and New Year preparation.

You'll hear clear markers for the "why", the "how" and even the "what" for positive brain health and tactics to achieve peak performance at work, with your families and in your personal life.  Dr. Pete is a highly respected "forward thinking thought-leader" who guides individuals, teams and organizations to deeper understanding of neuroleadership and "baby steps" that indeed maximize talent, improve team performance and optimize our greatest asset...OUR BRAIN HEALTH.

Listen, as Dr. Pete shares the "Time Confetti" approach that makes the three keys to better brain health achievable:  sleep, movement and gratitude.  

Welcome to December, and our Theme: "Resilience and The Role of Gratitude" continues!  Tis the season to express gratitude and appreciation!  Our podcast is on a holiday break and we'll REWIND past interviews to share the wisdom, inspiration and information of those conversations with you again. During your holidays, spend a little time binge listening/watching CommonSense Leadership Influencer Podcast!  Just in case you missed an episode, this is a great time to catch up! You'll be glad you did!

Today, we REWIND "Giving Back On and With Purpose", with our guest, Dr. Valerie Daniels-Carter, President/CEO of V&J Foods, Holdings Company, Inc.   She has a phenomenal story that is grounded in resilience, faith, courage, passion and giving.  She has made history...and continues to do so in ways that change the world around her, as she goes!  Dr. Valerie Daniels-Carter shares how she uses her life principles to make her community and City better!  Her passions and energy will stir you to get moving to give back - "on and with purpose"!

Dr. Carter is an author, university lecturer and highly sought-after speaker!  Listen and be inspired.

Happy Holidays!

This month, we continue with our theme: into December:  "Resilience and The Role of Gratitude".  Resilience is a significant topic to explore, especially at this time - holiday season and end of the year.  The ability to bounce back when faced with adversity, setbacks and disappointments is both art and science.  Now, more than ever, it's important to pause, take a breath and focus on you.  Research indicates that resilience is one of the most important determinants of success, in the midst of change and uncertainty.  This month, we REWIND interviews and conversations with individuals who have overcome and excelled by being resilient and grateful,   

Our guest today, "Pastor K" Kareem Bowen, is a pastor, entrepreneur, visionary and "actualizer".  He is a man of vision and purpose...who doesn't see "no" as the final answer.  "Pastor K" is a young man doing extraordinary things which align with his passions and his purpose - connectivity, creativity and access.

Listen as he shares best practices about sustainable community growth and how he works with partners to produce phenomenal results.   Wow!  ...And he has a litany of programs and sustainable solutions that are both impactful and replicable.  "Pastor K" is a man who has overcome the odds to do the work he does for his community and for youth in that area.  

"Resilience And The Role of Gratitude" - Gratitude sets the tone for this Holiday season!

Check out "Pastor K's" website:  www.kbs.com

November is the month of Thanksgiving and Gratitude! November, is also our Podcast Anniversary Month!  Our theme is "Resilience and The Role of Gratitude".  Resilience is a significant topic to explore, especially at this time, and we do so through the lens of Gratitude.  The ability to bounce back when faced with adversity, setbacks and disappointments is both art and science.  Research indicates that resilience is one of the most important determinants of success, in the midst of change and uncertainty.  This month, we talk with individuals who share their stories of setbacks and disappointments and how Gratitude is a key part of their resilience habits and process.

Today, I'm my own guest, Dr. L. D.! I take a few moments to share why I CHOOSE THANKFUL!  Admittedly, I take a point of personal privilege to humbly share why I am so thankful for my family!  Listen as I share some of our family's challenges and our triumphs.  In spite of it all...I CHOOSE THANKFUL!

I hope you, too, will take time and CHOOSE THANKFUL!

November is the month of Thanksgiving and Gratitude!  November, is also our Podcast Anniversary Month!  Our theme is "Resilience and The Role of Gratitude".  Resilience is a significant topic to explore, especially at this time, and we do so through the lens of Gratitude.  The ability to bounce back when faced with adversity, setbacks and disappointments is both art and science.  Research indicates that resilience is one of the most important determinants of success, in the midst of change and uncertainty.  This month, we talk with individuals who share their stories of setbacks and disappointments and how Gratitude is a key part of their resilience habits and process.

Today, our REWIND GUEST, Sara King, Principal - Optimum Insights and a CCL colleague.  In this interview REWIND, Sara discusses how to find your "joy and power in finding your place in 2021".  She has a phenomenally diverse career path - both in a large organization and now, as a highly successful entrepreneur.   Sara's passion for "all things" leadership development and most especially women's leadership development, has positioned her as a leading expert in the field of personal growth and leadership development.  She is a "forward thinking thought-leader" who has guided careers in ways that maximize their talent, and helps organizations optimize their greatest asset...the people.

Sara's unique insights and signature questioning style will engage you and "draw you in", as it has with everyone she meets.  Sara is not only my colleague but a dear personal friend and my executive coach!  In this conversation, you'll see first-hand how "chemistry" enhances learning and leadership development.  

Listen to her Calls to Action, and Be Ready to Answer the question that could change the trajectory of your career and life!

Check out her website:  https://optimuminsights.com

Welcome to November, the month of Thanksgiving and Gratitude.  November, is also our Podcast Anniversary Month!  Our theme is "Resilience and The Role of Gratitude".  Resilience is a significant topic to explore, especially at this time, and we do so through the lens of Gratitude.  The ability to bounce back when faced with adversity, setbacks and disappointments is both art and science.  Research indicates that resilience is one of the most important determinants of success, in the midst of change and uncertainty.  This month, we talk with individuals who share their stories of setbacks and disappointments and how Gratitude is a key part of their resilience habits and process.

Today, our REWIND GUEST, Dr. Pete Ronayne, is a foremost authority on Neuro-leadership - the science of intentional function and focus on the brain in leadership, offers insights into the importance and necessity of being MORE conscious of our brain health and the factors that impact our performance.

You'll hear clear markers for the "why", the "how" and even the "what" for positive brain health and tactics to achieve peak performance at work, with your families and in your personal life.  Dr. Pete is a highly respected "forward thinking thought-leader" who guides individuals, teams and organizations to deeper understanding of neuroleadership and "baby steps" that indeed maximize talent, improve team performance and optimize our greatest asset...OUR BRAIN HEALTH.

Listen, as Dr. Pete shares the "Time Confetti" approach that makes the three keys to better brain health achievable:  sleep, movement and gratitude.

Welcome to November, the month of Thanksgiving and Gratitude.  November, is also our Podcast Anniversary Month!  Our theme is "Resilience and The Role of Gratitude".  Resilience is a significant topic to explore, especially at this time, and we do so through the lens of Gratitude.  The ability to bounce back when faced with adversity, setbacks and disappointments is both art and science.  Research indicates that resilience is one of the most important determinants of success, in the midst of change and uncertainty.  This month, we talk with individuals who share their stories of setbacks and disappointments and how Gratitude is a key part of their resilience habits and process.  

Today, Karen McClendon, CHRO at Paychex, Inc., shares her leadership journey lessons and career moves, and the role of gratitude in her resilience.  Listen as she shares stories from her humble beginnings on a 100-acre farm in Virginia, to the exciting and sometimes disappointing career moves she's made.  She takes us along as she imparts nuggets of wisdom and humor that she's gained to bring her to her current position as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Paychex, Inc. a leader in payroll and HR support for small and medium sized businesses in the U.S.  

Karen freely shares advice and guidance she's gained. Her personal mantra is to maintain "Gratitude in her life and career, to be resilient for her career, those with whom she works and her family.  Her practical tips for career and personal success are anchored in "Resilience and The Role of Gratitude" in her life.