Looking Forward Our Way

It seems like we are always in a "political season." News coverage is non-stop, 24/7. And our question is how do you find non-partisan information, resources and news coverage that will be beneficial in really learning about the issues and the candidates.

We talk with Mark Nuce, News Director at North American Broadcasting Company (Columbus, OH). He has been in the "news game" since the 1980 Reagan/Carter election.

He has some great insights on how this election cycle's news coverage is different (and in some ways, the same) as in year's past.

This episode is coming to your podcast player on Monday October 5th.

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Recorded in Studio C at 511 Studios. A production of Circle270Media Podcast Consultants.

Featuring Orelle Jackson, Limitless Growth Strategies

We are honored to introduce Orelle Jackson, President of Limitless Growth Strategies as our guest for this episode, part 1 of 2 episodes. 

During these two episodes, Orelle will review the skills needed to be successful: maintaining leadership; moving through difficult situations mindfully; digging deep down to raise the skills and meet the needs; leading ourselves through transitions and crises.

Orelle has over twenty years of executive leadership experience and is recognized for developing and optimizing strategies, delivering high-value solutions and building strong relationships. Orelle served as the System Director of Community Health, Wellness and Development for one of Central Ohio’s largest Health Providers. 

Her areas of expertise include: Executive Coaching, Diversity & Inclusion, Leadership Development, DISC Assessment, Career Transition Coaching, Facilitation, Strategic Planning, and Focus Groups

Now as the President of Limitless Growth Strategies, she is guiding individuals and organizations to successfully maneuver through changes and transitions with the goal to help unleash potential, just like the acorn growing into a mighty oak tree. 

Liminality

Today we are going through so much uncertainty. We want to explore the phases we move through to reach emotional well-being and learn how can we creatively stay connected and move forward. Orelle gives us an overview on what Liminality is, and help through the various stages of crisis transition.

Everything Worthwhile Is Uphill

John Maxwell has created a vision regarding personal growth journey. He describes principles of moving through a crisis, beginning with the notion that “Everything worthwhile is uphill.” 

There is Always an Answer

It seems that whenever we meet a challenge or crises we “react” --- we may panic or become stymied – or we think clearly through the situation to a conclusion. How is our through process leading us to – or – away from a solution?

Allow Adversity to Help You Discover Who You Are

We are not always comfortable with change and often prefer to stay in our “known” world. How can these situations allow us to expand ourselves?

Realize that Motions Influence Emotions

Our conversations today are very different than in the past; our emotions are high, often paralyzing. We are striving to be positive in our attitude and thoughts, but there is just so much pressure weighing us down. How do we keep on a positive path?

In Navigating Through Crisis, Pt 2, Orelle joins us again to complete the various stages of crisis transition.

You can contact Orelle on her LinkedIn page, or go to her website.

We would love to hear from you.

Email us at [email protected].

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And of course everything can be found on our website, Looking Forward Our Way.

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Here's a quick preview of our next episode, featuring Orelle Jackson, Limitless Growth Strategies

We are honored to introduce Orelle Jackson, President of Limitless Growth Strategies as our guest for this two part episode. Part 1 is coming your way on Monday September 21, 2020.

During these two episodes, Orelle will review the skills needed to be successful: maintaining leadership; moving through difficult situations mindfully; digging deep down to raise the skills and meet the needs; leading ourselves through transitions and crises.

We would love to hear from you.

Email us at [email protected].

Find us on Facebook.

And of course everything can be found on our website, Looking Forward Our Way.

Recorded in Studio C at 511 Studios. A production of Circle270Media Podcast Consultants.

Have you ever wondered about franchise ownership? So have we. In this episode, we talk with Telanda Sidari, The Franchise Educator, about the in's and out's of franchise ownership.

She covers..

• what makes a franchise different than other types of businesses
• what's the advantages to owning a franchise as opposed to simply starting a business of your own
• the types of franchises
• what skills are needed to be a successful owner of a franchise
• the financial implications, like up-front capital
• what steps to take in the process of discovering the right franchise for your life and lifestyle
• why and when you should NOT purchase a franchise
• what resources are available, like their virtual trade show, and the International Franchise Association
• books like The Franchise MBA and The E-Myth

Key Moments

00:00 Sales and marketing experience across different industries.

03:37 Franchising offers business ownership without reinventing the wheel.

07:08 Franchising offers stable opportunities in various industries.

12:03 Starting a business from a hobby is dismissive.

15:33 Hottest doesn't always mean it'll make money.

17:45 Franchising costs and requirements outlined for potential investors.

21:32 Franchise process involves investigation and learning.

24:43 Scaling business with second franchise, economies of scale.

29:03 Franchise process warning signs and resources available.

30:29 Consider motivation, research and plan before committing.

34:58 Talinda's website has a helpful quiz.

37:08 Franchise agreements protect the system unity.

39:18 Easiest website with email and 800 number.

Just for our listeners, make sure you go to her website and take the Franchise Assessment quiz. It's a free, quick quiz to understand where you are in your search and possibly which concepts would fit with you.

We would love to hear from you.

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Recorded in Studio C at 511 Studios. A production of Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants.

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Coming up next week, we have our full interview with Telanda Sidari, The Franchise Educator. With 20 years of business experience with almost a decade in the franchising industry – from business ownership to sales, you will find out everything you will want to know to begin the process of owning a franchise.

Here's a preview of the episode, coming to your podcast player Monday 9/7/2020.

We would love to hear from you.

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Welcome to the first Looking Forward Our Way podcast episode.

You are getting this episode because you are a subscriber to the former Successful Encore Career podcast.

We are expanding our topic reach past employment issues, that will include...

• Employment
• Financial and legal issues
• Technology
• Healthy living
• Housing
• Discover – this covers a wide variety of topics that may address
• how to stay in contact with others
• how to find needed information
• how to continue learning and education

But really, all adults needing to connect to available resources, as well as tips, and suggestions on today’s subjects.

Thank you for your continued interest in our podcast. And we hope you keep Looking Forward Our Way in your podcast subscriptions.

We would love to hear from you.

Email us at [email protected].

And of course everything can be found on our website, Looking Forward Our Way.