Insights To Live By

Matt raises the bar on this celebratory Episode 100 that will enrich your life for good. Most notable among all else is the release of Z-isms 3.0 to “Give Yourself a Mindset Reset.” By taming distractions, clutter and your ‘unpresent,’ Matt shares his insights to instill greater presence, productivity, performance and positivity. Potentially, those can lead to greater purpose, persistence, prosperity and progress. Also featured are Matt’s insights about: Z-isms; the 3 Pursuits for Happierness; 3 Filters that Shape Reality; 3 Forces of Distraction; 3 Mindset Reset Life Skills; and, 3 Facets of an Enriched Life. Matt also shares more personal insights and a special gift for loyal listeners. Episode 100 is the closest thing to a must-listen.

TOPIC TIME CODES:

1:00 – Setting the Bar

2:15 – Taming Your Distractions

4:24 – High Praise

9:22 – WellBeing Reset

11:45 – Commercial Break: Abundant Mindset

18:28 – Z-isms 3.0: Mind Your Mindset

22:00 - Mindfulness

25:30 – The BIG Idea (Ep. 31)

27:30 – What’s Different?

29:55 - Matt’s Most Daring Feat

31:10 – No Substitute for Experience

32:45 – Lived Experiences

34:35 – Ground Requests (not rules)

36:00 – ZU/Potential Learned Outcomes

37:55 – 3 Pursuits for Happierness

38:34 – Filters that Shape Reality

50:30 – 3 Forces of Distraction

53:52 – 3 Mindset Reset Life Skills

SOURCES

MattZinman.com

WBReset.com (employers)

MattZinman.com/BETA (Mindset Reset group learning trial)

There are leaders and then there are LEADERS who are DOERS. Joining the show is author, speaker, consultant and connector, Andy Storch. He’s on a mission to teach and inspire more people to own their careers and be more intentional with life. Andy is the author of “Own Your Career, Own Your Life,” which is designed to help corporate professionals stop drifting and take control of their futures. He is also the founder and host of the Talent Development Think Tank podcast, conference, and membership community, where he provides education and connections for ambitious talent development professionals. If you're looking to take your career to the next level, then you won’t want to miss this conversation.

0:00 - Introduction

4:11 - Andy’s Background 

7:17 - Talent Development 

13:25 - Managerial Support

17:33 - Wellness Programming 

24:09 - Taking Control of your Career

34:25 -  Insights about Andy

39:07 - Andy’s Insights to Live By

46:10 - Final Thoughts

SOURCES

https://andystorch.com/

https://tdtt.us/ (Talent Development Think Tank)

Ownyourcareerownyourlife.com (Andy’s book)

SOCIAL MEDIA

IG: @andy_storch

Twitter: @andystorch

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

If ever there were a topic about lived experience, contending with haters and manipulators ranks among the most challenging. In this updated encore, Matt shares his perspective that there are ONLY two kinds of people in the world. There are Spiders and there are those who get caught in webs. He reveals ways to recognize these individuals and either avoid or approach them with caution. He also explains how to escape and stay clear of webs altogether as well as practical tips for handling haters. This topic from Z-isms (Chapter 2) continues to earn critical acclaim.

Do you confidently and consistently express your true self? We’re most fortunate to have the ideal guest to answer that very question and more! Stacey Hanke is the author of "Influence Redefined" as well as was recently inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame by the Council of Peers of the National Speakers Association. Here, Stacey shares a wealth of insights that equip leaders to communicate with confidence, trust and influence along with highly practical tips about personal branding, establishing a Zoom presence and effective communication overall. This topic is universally beneficial for all those who listen in.

TOPIC TIME CODES:

00:43 - Introduction

2:40 - Recent shifts in influence and communication 

6:20 - Creating a personalized virtual space

13:22 - Practicing influence 

23:33 - Intentional communication

31: 45 - Personal branding

40:36 - Improving Zoom presence 

42:00 - Insights about Stacey

44:32 - Stacey’s Insights to Live By 

50:52 - Self-kindness matters (Matt)

52:34 - Final thoughts

SOURCES:

https://staceyhankeinc.com

https://www.facebook.com/StaceyHankeInc?ref=hl

https://twitter.com/StaceyHankeInc 

https://www.youtube.com/staceyhanke 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceyhanke/ 

https://www.instagram.com/staceyhankeinc/

In his role of Director of Health + Performance, Newton Cheng leads a team that supports the health of Googlers so that they can perform at their best at both work and life. That may sound simple and straightforward, but - at the foundation – it’s essential to instill people with psychological safety and comfort to show up as their full, authentic selves. To be clear, this conversation with Newton extends well beyond his role at Google to highlight his leadership in workplace well-being to inspire people around the world to take care of themselves and each other. He also leads by example as a world champion powerlifter, family man and in steadfastly being his authentic self.

TOPIC TIME CODES: 

1:06 - Introduction

6:22 - Switching careers from engineering to health and wellness

10:05 - Supporting health and wellness at Google

15:20 - The loneliness epidemic and human connectivity

21:23 - Being a leader beyond Google

24:41 - Opening up about mental health

30:42 - Companies preventing burnout

35:48 - Problem-led change 

39:04 - Leadership and change

41:03 - Newton’s Insights to live by 

47:52 - Final thoughts 

SOURCES:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/newtoncheng/

https://www.instagram.com/newtoncheng/

Are you ready to reimagine your relationship with time for your well-being? Here’s your opportunity to accept an “Invitation to Presence,” which also happens to be the subtitle for a new and incredibly insightful book, “The Connoisseur of Time” by Joel Bennett. He’s a trainer, inventor, coachsultant, neurotheologian and, notably, the founder and CEO of Organizational Wellness & Learning Systems, Inc. (OWLS). So be ready to “Pause, Show Up, Listen, and Embark” as we explore the spiritual reality of time and embrace this quest for living with greater presence to experience more of what truly matters.

TOPIC TIME CODES

00:23 - Introduction

2:03 - Neurotheology 

4:19 - Organizational Wellness and Learning Systems (OWLS)

7:37 - The Connoisseur of Time (book discussion)

11:13 - Visualization and intention of time 

19:22 - Soul in cultures 

25:47 - Time and wellbeing 

36:55 - Intentional presence

41:24 - Joel’s Insights to Live By 

46:10 - Insights About Joel

48:14 - Final thoughts 

SOURCES:

SITES:

www.presencequest.life

https://organizationalwellness.com/

SOCIAL MEDIA:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbennettowls/

@orgwellness (twitter); 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2053172891539671

BOOK:

The Connoisseur of Time: An Invitation to Presence by Joel Bennett 

https://www.amazon.com/Connoisseur-Time-Invitation-Presence-ebook/dp/B0BRYW3YPS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=PB1FJCHEHSPM&keywords=the+connoisseur+of+time+joel+bennett&qid=1674414567&sprefix=%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-1

As a people talent executive, strategic advisor, speaker and thought leader about the future of work, Mindy Hancoop wears many hats to enable organizations to foster a “people-first” culture. It’s time for workplaces to rethink wellbeing, DEI and mindfulness to create long-lasting change and optimize performance. Having established her career at Microsoft, Expedia, Blackbaud and TCP Software, As the founder of Agile in HR, Mindy now advises other leading technology companies as well as serves as the Director of Community for Progressive HR. Join the conversation to learn more about how Mindy is putting the “H” back in HR.

TOPIC TIME CODES

0:50 - Introduction 

2:28 - Reshaping HR leaders

6:23 - Advising Companies with HR

7:20 - Breaking into the HR Technology Community

9:46 - Future of Work and Workplace Wellbeing

13:58 -  Addressing Employee Needs

17:38 - Counseling for Employee Needs

23:13 - Wellness and Connection 

28:50- Insights about Mindy 

33:00- Mindy’s Insights to Live By

39:20 - “It’s a Beautiful Day”

40:10 - Final Thoughts 

SOURCES:

SM Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindyhoncoop/

Books Mentioned:

“Think again by Adam Grant”

“Infinite Mindset by Simon Sinek” 

“Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown”

Having started his prolific public speaking career at age 8, Kute Blackson is now a bestselling author and a transformational teacher in personal development. Kute has inspired audiences around the world offering new perspectives on spiritual awareness. His mission is to awaken and inspire people to access their inner freedom and unlock their true greatness. Join the conversation to know more about being authentic to your soul and yourself.

TOPIC TIME CODES 

1:49 - Early Start 

3:36 -  Raised with a Sense of Possibility

5:30 -  Choosing his own path

8:20 - Pursuing his Dream

10:00 - Kute’s Big Break 

11:41 - Aligning with Your Soul

13:10 - Being Still to Listen

18:22 - The Magic of Surrender

22:48 - Change since the pandemic 

25:58 - Fear and surrender

30:08 - Being true to yourself

33:21- Insights about Kute

40:44 - Kute’s Insights to Live By

48:16 - Final Thoughts

SOURCES:

kuteblackson.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kuteblackson/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kute-blackson-35755519/

Through her own career as an HR professional and having to overcome two bouts of burnout, Julie “Jules” Turney, has made it her mission to help other colleagues to do the same. And, given that the human resources industry is plagued by burnout rates upwards of 95%, her work couldn’t come at a more essential time. Hailing from Barbados, Jules is the Founder and CEO (Chief Engagement Officer) of HRatHeart Consulting. She’s also the author, speaker, podcaster, event host and a leader of the CollabHR online community. Join the conversation to learn more about burnout and the shifting values in the workplace.

TOPIC TIME CODES

0:58 - Introduction

3:00 - HR Career and Trends

7:30 - The Burnout Epidemic

13:24 - Handling Burnout

16:20 - The Values Shift at Work 

22:30 - Burnout and HR

28:40 - Coaching Endeavors

35:46 - Insights about Julie

39:12 - Julie’s Insights to live by

SOURCES:

www.hratheart.co

https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjulieturney/

https://www.instagram.com/iamjulieturney/