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Join us as we plum the depths of human performance with extreme athlete (and Guinness Book of World Records - holder) Vicki Otmani. Vicki and her rowing partner hold an EXTREME world record - the fastest women to row across the Pacific Ocean (from the Cali coast to Honolulu). In just under 58 days at sea, Vicki Otmani and Megan Biging fought the Kraken...four hurricanes, 60 foot swells, and each other! How far can one person push themselves when there is no plan B? Pause with us as we think deeper about the human capacity within all of us to do hard things, push our boundaries, and take steps into the unknown!

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On this episode of the Island of Misfit Podcasts, we invite Jeff to explore the age-old question...Is it better to give than receive? Join us as we discover the greatest gift Jeff has ever received and the best gift he's given. This creative, dedicated father and "feeler" doesn't disappoint!  (www.letspause.org)

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On this episode of Let's Pause, our guest is singer-songwriter and Twitch TV personality, Annelle Staal. As a content creator, reality curator, and someone who makes her living on the balance of social media engagement, we explore the upside and downside of social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook. Are you authentic or transparent when it comes to your personal electronic footprint? What are the risks in cultivating a virtual reality for others to consume? Was CS Lewis right when he said, "comparison is the thief of joy" and what have you been consuming on-line? Tune in as we explore these challenging questions and learn more about how content is created, consumed and monetized!

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On this episode of our Island of Misfit Podcasts series, Jeff is my guest as we pop the question...what is his greatest "pain gain"? What painful experience has led to the greatest gains (personally or professionally)? Tune in and learn more about why our most painful experiences are often are greatest teachers!

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In this episode we tackle the difficult topic of grief and loss. Ubiquitous to human experience, we can't escape suffering losses and the natural grieving process that results.  Whether its a catastrophic loss like the death of a spouse or something less traumatic like the loss of a job...our ability to "grieve well" requires thoughtful engagement, emotional and physical presence, and opportunities for closure. Who better to explore this challenging subject than true experts in the field - funeral director Robert Nunnaley and the Reverend Colette Bachand. Join us as we identify the common stages, adaptive coping strategies, and critical steps in our own grieving and shepherding those suffering loss themselves!

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In this episode, Jeff hosts Mark as guest and we explore, "If you could go back in time, what would you tell your younger self?" Join us as Mark journey's through his misspent youth in search of landmines to avoid, love to secure, and lost opportunities to get rich quick! Ask yourself what would you do? Is the "butterfly effect" real? Is the past better to leave in the past or would it be a good thing to re-write your personal narrative?

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In this episode we explore leadership development and behavioral integrity with a true subject matter expert, Dr. Kevin Basik. Join us as Kevin guides us through the central components of how leaders lead with integrity - an alignment between their habits of excellence and the type of person they've committed to be. We investigate the role of competence, confidence, and commitment - the trifecta that forms an unshakable foundation in the face of personal and organizational storms. If you ever wanted to know more about how to lead well...this episode is a must listen!  (www.letspause.org)

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Join us as we celebrate our Let's Pausiversary! It's true...we've been on the podcast journey for one year. In this episode we explore the journey while we celebrate the destination. Learn more about the Let's Pause origin story, our humble beginnings, the continued buffoonery, poor audio engineering, and outstanding guests! 

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In a highly competitive job market, finding the greatest talent is critical for an organization. Good hires not only translate into bottom line profits, but also in talent retention and team morale. Our guest on this episode is Dr. Michelle Ambrose, an expert in Talent Management and the assessment and selection of specialized personnel. Join us as we explore the critical components in personnel suitability screening programs, how to design a job analysis, and how to craft the most effective questions targeting "the Right Stuff" for a given occupational specialty!  (www.letspause.org)

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Welcome to another episode of our Island of Misfit Podcast series! On this episode Jeff interviews Mark and they explore Mark's "best day ever" - we dive into what makes for a great day for most people and look past the superficial and tangible - it's not about the money or the things, it's about the people, the places, and the peak moments in our lives that make the difference. Tune in and join us...and wonder, what's your best day ever?!  (www.letspause.org)

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