ElevatePolk

It's a brand new year and everyone is talking about their "resolution" for 2020. Are you vowing to eat right, exercise more, quit smoking or some other promise you've probably made to yourself year after year?   Why are New Year's resolutions so difficult to achieve?  One reason is that most of us approach the resolution making process all wrong. We discuss the classic pitfalls most people make and some tips for not only making better resolutions but starting this new year off better than ever before. 

Are you afraid of failure? Few things are more prohibitive to success than fear.  Rob and Chrissanne discuss their path in life and in business, including key examples of failure and success.  The fear of failure is not hard to comprehend. However, success brings with it its own set of challenges and creates a new type of fear in those lucky enough to taste it, even a little bit. We get real open and honest about our journeys and hopefully it will inspire some of you to keep going on your own path to success. We look back at some notable moments for each of us in 2019 and share a special message about the upcoming new year. 

Whether you were born here or moved to Polk at some point in your life, there is no denying the long standing sentiment that many people feel that they are stuck in Polk County.  Maybe it's the small town mentality, the longing for bigger and better things.  Maybe it's the limited job prospects and earnings potential compared to surrounding metropolitan areas.  Whatever it is, those who celebrate living and working in Polk County are a rare breed. We want to change that and we need your help. Our community is growing, changing and improving at a record pace. We need your help to change perspectives and flip the narrative. It's more than just positive thinking, together we really can make Polk County known as a great place to live, work and play. 

The terms "diversity" and "inclusivity" are interchangeable to most people. However, there are important differences. In 2019, the term "diversity" likely evokes strong emotions in most people. Whether your view it as a good thing or a bad thing, it's important to understand the context and what it means. A strong community builds draws from an array of opinions, backgrounds and strengths- but not to the exclusion of others. We discuss this important difference and how it can elevate our community to new heights, together.

At a time when people are more connected than ever before, studies show that Americans are more lonely than ever and many have not made a new friend in several years. We discuss the importance of a balanced approach between online and real life interaction. Such balance is important for happiness and success of individuals AND communities alike.

Welcome to the new ElevatePolk podcast. This podcast is dedicated to creating a thriving ecosystem for individuals and business within Polk County, Florida. We discuss issues important to all of us, we'll hear from inspiring people from our community and we will keep you informed about what's new and exciting in the place we call home.