About Allison Goodman: Allison Goodman is an executive at Intel Corp and a Senior Principal Engineer specializing in embedded systems, firmware, GenAI, and storage and memory products. Deeply inspired by the magic of computer engineering, Allison is passionate about solving complex problems and bringing ideas to life. Her work focuses on pioneering new paths in computing, building transformative systems, and advancing data movement capabilities. As a transformational leader, she is dedicated to driving change across teams and large organizations, fostering an environment where creativity, innovation, and agility are at the forefront. Allison has a proven track record of translating cutting-edge technologies into impactful products, and she is committed to inspiring others to explore the potential of engineering, paving the way for future innovators to make a lasting difference in the world.

In this episode Lisa and Allison discuss:

• Navigating career success while managing an invisible chronic illness
• Strategies for balancing demanding career roles with motherhood and personal health
• Coping mechanisms for managing a rare genetic muscular disorder in high-stakes environments
• Empowerment and community support found through a rare diagnosis
• Motivational insights on trusting body intuition and advocating for health

Key Takeaways: 

• Achieving success while managing a chronic illness highlights resilience and the importance of developing personalized coping strategies.
• A commitment to balancing career, family, and personal health offers valuable insights into navigating multiple roles with intentional planning.
• Strategic rest and careful observation of one’s environment are key tools for managing the demands of an invisible disability.
• Embracing self-awareness and persistence in medical advocacy can empower individuals facing rare, undiagnosed conditions.
• The rise of supportive tech communities and improved diagnostics has brought newfound hope to those once struggling alone with rare diseases.

“You know your body best, so don’t let anyone tell you how you feel or dismiss it as 'in your head.' Keep looking for the doctor who will take the time to listen and work with you. Finding a name for it can be empowering, and with today’s data-driven world, that possibility is closer than ever.”

- Allison Goodman

Connect with Allison Goodman: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisongoodman1/ 

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

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About Nicole Sanoski: Nicole Sanoski is a chronic illness advocate and a seasoned IT leader with over 20 years of experience in the public sector, certified in PMP since 2008. Known for her agility and grace under pressure, Nicole excels in assessing project risks, reviving stalled initiatives, and mentoring team members. Her ability to connect with diverse professionals—from programmers to C-suite executives—has led to enhanced productivity and talent retention. With expertise managing projects ranging from $500k to $12M, she has worked across multiple industries, agencies, and consulting firms. Nicole skillfully navigates California's complex project approval and procurement processes, ensuring seamless progression while offering innovative solutions.

In this episode Lisa and Nicole discuss:

• Journey of self-education on disability rights and workplace accommodations
• Challenges of speaking up under the Americans with Disabilities Act and advocating for oneself
• Strategies for energy budgeting and pacing to maintain sustainable work
• Utilizing technology tools to streamline tasks and overcome obstacles
• Gamifying data analytics to boost teamwork, efficiency, and morale

Key Takeaways: 

• Self-education on disability rights and workplace accommodations is essential for chronic illness patients to advocate for their needs and maintain sustainable work amidst limitations.
• Strategic disability disclosure during the hiring process is key; advocating for accommodations without oversharing medical details helps avoid potential biases.
• Utilizing technology and streamlining tasks enables individuals with chronic illness to work smarter, fostering efficiency and problem-solving while overcoming obstacles.
• Energy budgeting through pacing helps focus energy on meaningful tasks, emphasizing the importance of accepting limitations rather than concealing vulnerabilities.
• Assertive healthcare advocacy and setting boundaries with providers unwilling to meet needs reinforce the importance of seeking respectful, trusting medical relationships.

“Innovation is one of the best attributes that people with chronic illness have in the workplace.” - Nicole Sanoski

Connect with Nicole Sanoski: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolesanoski/ 

Email: [email protected] 

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

Lisa’s BOOK: Go!: Reboot Your Career in 90 Days 

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About Dr. Yvette Pegues: Dr. Yvette Pegues specializes in helping organizations and communities integrate accessibility, belonging, and neuro-inclusive practices into their ecosystems. Beginning her career as a scientist, she evolved into an activist and now serves as a Disabled DEI Executive, Engineer, Diversity Champion, and Keynote/TEDx Speaker. She is also the co-Founder and Chief Diversity Officer of Your Invisible Disability Group, whose mission is to empower, equip, educate, and include individuals with disabilities.

In her spare time, she enjoys participating in over 20 adapted sports, ranging from scuba diving and water skiing to horseback riding, golfing, surfboarding, and skateboarding. She promotes activity as a form of activism, well-being, and self-care.

In this episode, Lisa and Dr. Yvette discuss:

• Transition from engineering to advocacy after brain injury
• Emotional intelligence and authenticity in disability experiences
• Challenges of invisible disabilities and societal perceptions
• Reducing denial rates and promoting AI participation for inclusion
• "Art of Adaptability" workbook for managing new diagnoses 

Key Takeaways: 

• Embracing your current self, rather than comparing to your former self, fosters personal growth and acceptance after unexpected life changes.
• The disability community faces significant challenges, including inaccessibility, societal ableism, and financial struggles, yet increased emotional intelligence can lead to deeper connections.
• Creating success pathways through inclusion, training, and resources empowers individuals with disabilities in both personal and professional contexts.
• AI plays a pivotal role in bridging accessibility gaps in the workplace, helping streamline tasks, suggest accommodations, and connect individuals to supportive communities.
• Diverse perspectives are crucial for designing inclusive AI systems, and human refinement is essential to ensure technology addresses the needs of all communities.

“My love for people, it never existed before, but post-brain injury, this immense love for the human condition changed me completely. We sometimes tell the story that my IQ dropped, but my EQ rose, and in retrospect, I'd rather have the latter. I'd rather love people more than machines and things, which is how I believe I may have been before.”

• Dr. Yvette Pegues

Connect with Dr. Yvette Pegues:

Website: https://yvettepegues.com/  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvettepegues/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yvette.pegues.7/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yvettepegues/ 

Dr. Yvette’s BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Adaptability-exclusively-featuring-Diagnosed/dp/1511562331 

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

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Welcome back to the Go Reboot Your Life podcast, where we explore stories of resilience, reinvention, and reclaiming your power. Lisa Thee, in Season 2, is turning the focus to a community that knows what it means to push through: the chronically ill and disabled. Living with chronic illness or disability can feel overwhelming, especially when the systems around us weren't built with us in mind. But it doesn't have to be a story of limitation. It can be one of possibility, perseverance, and empowerment.

In this season, Lisa will be talking with inspiring individuals who have found ways to overcome common obstacles in the workplace, in the world, and at home. We'll hear how they have not only adapted but thrived, creating a new normal on their own terms. You'll hear stories of resilience, real strategies for navigating changes, and communities coming together to support one another.

If you're seeking inspiration, support, or just a reminder that you're not alone on this journey, this season is for you. Together, we will learn from those who have been there and are finding their way to a brighter future. Join Lisa Thee in Season 2 of Go Reboot Your Life, because no matter what challenges you face, your story is still yours to write.

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

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About Dr. Luissa Kiprono: Dr. Luissa Kiprono is the Founder and CEO of World Gateway Perinatal Consultants and TelemedMFM - Maternal-Fetal Telemedicine. She collaborates with organizations to improve high-risk pregnancy care through telehealth, partnerships, and teaching. An advocate for women in medicine and leadership, she authored “PUSH, THEN BREATHE” and engages in motivational development and speaking.

With 20 years as an OBGYN and MFM specialist, Dr. Kiprono has held leadership roles including corporate leader, maternal-fetal practice director, and maternal transport director. She is also a clinical professor for the Tenwek Kenya OB-GYN residency program, a member of the PAACS OB-GYN Council, and a participant in the ABOG-QE program. She has lectured at numerous conferences and authored research papers.

For 15 years, she has supported underserved medical communities through international missions and “Train the Trainer” programs. Nationally, she serves rural OB-GYN and MFM communities as an LT physician. Additionally, she served as an officer and physician in the USAF, where she completed her medical studies and specialty training, receiving the USAF Health Professions Scholarship award.

In this episode, Lisa and Dr. Luissa discuss:

• Escaping Abuse and Pursuing Dreams
• Holding onto Hope Amidst Trauma
• From Trafficking Victim to Triumphant Doctor
• Prioritizing Health, Family, and Work
• Embrace Passion, Overcome Adversity, and Achieve Your Dreams

Key Takeaways: 

• Understand the journey of escaping mental and physical abuse to pursue the dream of becoming a doctor
• Gain insight into overcoming trauma by holding onto a dream and taking control of one's life
• Be inspired by Dr. Kiprono's journey of escaping human trafficking and becoming a doctor with her mother's support
• Recognize the importance of prioritizing personal health and well-being, even amidst demanding careers and challenges
• Discover the significance of having a trusted support system, especially for those who have experienced trauma or stress

“We all have a passion inside us. We need to find it, grab it, believe in it, and just go. Go with it until it's accomplished. Embrace the possibilities, overcome challenges, and influence the world because it's your world.”

• Dr. Luissa Kiprono

Connect with Dr. Luissa Kiprono:

Websites: https://telemedmfm.com/ , https://drluissak.com/       

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-luissa-k-mfm-author-leader/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrLuissaK/ 

Email: [email protected] 

Dr. Luissa’s BOOK: https://drluissak.com/book-us/ 

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

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About Timothy Carroll: Timothy Carroll is a performance coach, executive coach, keynote speaker, leadership consultant and the founder/CEO of Carroll Consultancy Group. With over 25 years of experience, he specializes in enhancing people, performance, and profits for world-class companies and sporting organizations.

Timothy's background as a former international athlete, representing New Zealand in barefoot waterskiing at four World Championships, complements his studies in human development, self-actualizing psychology, and cognitive behavioral sciences. He has also coached world-class athletes in various sports, and attended the 2008 Beijing Olympics as a performance coach for a Swedish equestrian rider.

Committed to community service, Timothy serves on the board of 'Lend a Hand Bahamas,' a charity supporting underprivileged youth and families in the Bahamas. His expertise and dedication make him a leading figure in leadership and performance coaching.

In this episode Lisa and Timothy discuss:

• Achieving Olympic Dreams: A Coach's Journey
• Barefoot Waterskiing to Cognitive Behavioral Sciences
• Coping with Setbacks at the Olympics
• Navigating Change and Finding Your Calling
• Scaling Presence and Performance for Evolutionary Leaders

Key Takeaways: 

• Journey from being a world champion barefoot water skier to studying and coaching cognitive behavioral sciences
• Helping an equestrian athlete cope with a horse injury that prevented them from competing at the Olympics
• Navigating a challenging period in early twenties and discovering the importance of finding happiness and fulfillment from within
• Working within one's 'genius zone' to achieve a sense of purpose and satisfaction in both personal and professional life
• Legacy of making a significant impact by helping family business leaders overcome challenges through mastering presence

“Champions are made behind the scenes, not in those few minutes of competition. It's the hours, the thousands of hours behind the scenes, that make a person perform to the fullest of their ability.”

• Timothy Carroll

Connect with Timothy Carroll:

Website: https://carrollconsultancy.com/            

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothycarroll/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timothyjcarrollccg/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CarrollConsultancyGroup 

Timothy’s BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Evolutionary-Leader-Dramatically-Develop-Performance/dp/0692682333 

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

Lisa’s BOOK: Go!: Reboot Your Career in 90 Days 

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About Blake Kuhre: Blake Kuhre is the Co-Founder and CEO of Swim, a groundbreaking synthetic influencer company. With a background spanning tech and entertainment, Blake has excelled as a gamified monetization executive, achieving Top 10 rankings on Google Play & App Store across various categories. His expertise in communication, PR, and talent development, cultivated through leadership roles at Hulu and The Walt Disney Company, drives Swim's innovative approach at the intersection of technology and influence.

In this episode Lisa and Blake discuss:

• Navigating Career Risks and Opportunities
• Embracing Change in Content Distribution
• Virtual Influencers: The Future of Marketing
• The Rise of Synthetic Influencers
• Storytelling and Responsible Technology

Key Takeaways: 

• Transition from a senior executive role to the startup world and understand the importance of taking risks
• Adapt to changes in content distribution and recognize the benefits of diverse roles in startups
• Explore how virtual influencers and generative AI are changing the landscape of influencer marketing
• Observe synthetic influencers gaining traction in the fashion, cosmetics, and music industries
• Appreciate the power of storytelling in connecting people and acknowledge the importance of responsible technology in live-streaming

“Content will more or less stay the same. It's the distribution side that's going to change, affecting how you're going to consume it.”

• Blake Kuhre

Connect with Blake Kuhre:             

Website: https://www.swim-ai.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bkuhre/ 

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

Lisa’s BOOK: Go!: Reboot Your Career in 90 Days 

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About Firdaus Kharas: Firdaus Kharas is the Founder of Chocolate Moose Media, he is a world-renowned creator of mass communications, speaker, consultant and thought leader on creativity and communications. He is a global leader and pioneer in using animation for social change. He is the author of Creativity: The Key to a Remarkable Life.

His work focuses on creating innovative solutions for some of the world's toughest issues by affecting societal and individual behavioral change through human-centered communications across many cultures and countries to better the human condition. He also consults to companies and organizations on applying creative thinking and on communications.

In this episode Lisa and Firdaus discuss:

• Pioneering Animation for Social Change
• Applying Creativity to Drive Global Change
• Cultivating Creativity in Life and Work
• Unleashing Creativity: Passion, Innovation, and Respect
• Leaving a Legacy of Positive Change

Key Takeaways: 

• Discover the power of animated videos in addressing social issues and bettering the human condition 
• Understand how early experiences influenced Firdaus to apply a human rights perspective in creating media that informs and empowers people globally
• Explore the mental process of creativity and how exposing oneself to new experiences and perspectives can expand creative thinking
• Recognize the importance of creativity in various fields, from art to science and engineering, for innovation and problem-solving
• Learn the key elements needed to be highly creative: passion, focus on innovation, respect, and the ability to fail

“You can train your mind to expand your creativity. That's really what I've been telling people: no matter what you do, where you live, what language you speak, or your gender, you can expand your creative thinking if you put your mind to it.”

• Firdaus Kharas

Connect with Firdaus Kharas:             

Website: https://chocmoose.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/firdaus-kharas-95a28016/ 

Firdaus’ Book: https://chocmoose.com/book/ 

Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/firdauskharas 

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

Lisa’s BOOK: Go!: Reboot Your Career in 90 Days 

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About Joelle Casteix: Joelle Casteix is an author, journalist and speaker and one of the leading global advocates and spokespeople for survivors of child sexual assault and cover-up. An on-the-ground expert in crisis communications, she helps companies and individuals navigate the murky and rapidly changing waters of perception, using transparency, messaging, and up-front response tactics to mitigate damage and rebuild clients' reputations.

As a founding member of the board of directors of the Zero Abuse Project, Joelle has presented to numerous United Nations member agencies across Europe. She has become a leading expert on digital accountability and safety, speaking at The Hague and to international audiences focusing on AI and digital integrity.

Joelle is the award-winning author of the bestsellers The Well-Armored Child: A Parent’s Guide to Preventing Child Sexual Abuse and The Power of Responsibility. Her TEDx talk is being used by therapists in the clinic setting to help survivors of abuse and assault.

In this episode, Lisa and Joelle discuss:

• From Volunteer to Career in Advocacy
• Empowering and Protecting Children Against Sexual Abuse
• The Disturbing Reality of Child Predators
• Leaving a Legacy of Positive Impact
• Supporting Survivors of Abuse

Key Takeaways: 

• Discover how Joelle transitioned from a career in public relations to becoming an advocate for abuse survivors
• Understand the importance of teaching children proper names for body parts and recognizing signs of grooming to prevent sexual abuse and learn the most supportive and validating things to say to a survivor of abuse
• Realize the challenges faced by those who speak out against visible organizations and the lack of legal consequences for many predators
• Gain insights on redefining success, focusing on strong relationships, fulfilling work, and self-care
• Explore the strength and wisdom of menopausal women and embracing life's challenges as opportunities for growth

“Fear never saves the child from abuse. So, if you come from a place of fear, you're just going to instill fear in your child. And so, I always tell parents, take a deep breath. Don't be scared. You can empower your child against sexual abuse, and you don't have to say a single word about sex.”

• Joelle Casteix

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children 

Connect with Joelle Casteix:             

Website: https://www.casteix.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasteix/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joellecasteix 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/joellecasteix 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joellecasteix/ 

Joelle’s BOOK: https://www.casteix.com/books 

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

Lisa’s BOOK: Go!: Reboot Your Career in 90 Days 

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About Paul Spiers: Paul Spiers is the founder of The New P&L Brand Purpose Institute and host of the internationally respected business podcast, The New P&L– Principles & Leadership in Business, he is focused on helping leaders to solve one of today’s big business challenges: how to rediscover and re-engage their Purpose, then use it to underpin and drive their organization’s commercial, strategic and operational arteries  - the critical cornerstones of any successful business. 

A respected thought leader and advocate for ‘The New P&L’ in Business one that is focused as much on ‘Principles & Leadership’ as it is on Profit & Loss’, Paul is on a global mission to rid businesses of their ‘vinyl values’ – empty slogans, propositions and statements that are as thin as the office walls they so often reside on, and replace them with an intentional commitment to authentic Purpose – one that helps to inspire leaders, engage employees and ignite innovation and growth.

A naturally creative storyteller, Paul is a highly engaging, thoughtful and inspiring speaker. His keynotes are filled with insightful and thought-provoking observations and offer practical examples of how to apply the true power of purpose, principles and leadership in business.

In this episode Lisa and Paul discuss:

• Principled Leadership for Better Business
• Finding Hope in Entrepreneurial Challenges
• Curating Ideas and Purposeful Leadership
• The Reality of Pursuing Your Passion
• Empowering Leaders to Embrace Purposeful Change

Key Takeaways: 

• Learn how principled leadership and purpose-led culture can strengthen traditional P&L
• Explore the intersection of curiosity and knowledge acquisition in finding one's true calling
• Find hope and belief in the face of business challenges and collapse
• Reevaluate personal definitions of success and discover true purpose through challenging situations
• Understand the dedication required when pursuing passion and the importance of celebrating wins

“Success has actually been happy within myself and being pleased and excited about the work I'm doing and maybe whether it's one person or ten people or whatever, making a small impact in someone else's life and in some way by what I'm doing, giving the essences rather than just taking money or whatever it happens to be giving back. Serving now that's for me. I think the older I've got, the more I've succeeded in serving, not in taking.”

• Paul Spiers

Connect with Paul Spiers:             

Website: https://www.principlesandleadership.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulspiers/ 

New P&L Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-new-p-l-principles-leadership-in-business

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnswAM2tQB05Ly98g_a03w 

Connect with Lisa Thee:

Website: https://lisathee.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathee/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisa.thee.polvi 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisa_thee 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatheepolvi/ 

Lisa’s BOOK: Go!: Reboot Your Career in 90 Days 

Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelo Paul Tagama

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.