Join Brooke in this insightful episode as she delves into the profound insights gained from her personal experience with divorce. With a firsthand understanding of the challenges, Brooke explores the lessons learned from her three marriages and divorces in her 20s. Gain valuable insights into relationships, personal growth, and navigating life's complexities no matter how you define your current relationship status.  

Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Luminate Media Group • www.luminatemedia.co

Intro/Outro Theme • Thunder City by Lunareh

Trivia in the Trenches Theme • Business or Pleasure? by Avacado Junkie

Rapid Fire Theme • Funky Super Mall by Cast Of Characters

All theme music and sound effects are licensed through Soundstripe

If you know someone who this episode could benefit from this episode, please share it with them - it is truly our mission to help connect with others because we believe the more we share our truth the more we all realize we aren’t alone.

Trauma is a universal experience, impacting us all in some way. The question is no longer 'if' we've encountered trauma, but 'when' and 'how' we've coped with it. Join Brooke in this episode as she engages in a profound conversation with Evan Wilons, a distinguished Trauma Educator and Clinical Therapist. Gain a deeper understanding of trauma's effects, along with practical insights on managing its aftermath.

Evan Wilons draws upon his clinical expertise and experience training educators across Arkansas to be more attuned to trauma in children and students. Discover the transformative strategies and findings he's gleaned from both realms. This episode offers a comprehensive exploration of trauma's impact and the power of resilience.

Don't miss the chance to uncover valuable insights into trauma awareness and response. Tune in to gain a holistic understanding of trauma and learn how to build resilience in the face of adversity.

Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Luminate Media Group • www.luminatemedia.co

Intro/Outro Theme • Thunder City by Lunareh

Trivia in the Trenches Theme • Business or Pleasure? by Avacado Junkie

Rapid Fire Theme • Funky Super Mall by Cast Of Characters

All theme music and sound effects are licensed through Soundstripe

If you know someone who this episode could benefit from this episode, please share it with them - it is truly our mission to help connect with others because we believe the more we share our truth the more we all realize we aren’t alone.

Are concerns about team retention keeping you up at night? Tune in to this episode for invaluable insights. Brooke dives deep into the common worry of investing time and effort in team training only to have them move on. Get ready to explore how to conquer this challenge and pave the way for lasting success.

In this captivating discussion, Brooke shares a recent leadership setback, highlighting the common "failure" that leaders encounter. Uncover the strategies she's employed to navigate the fear associated with such situations: the fear of losing familiarity, resources, and control. By tuning in, you'll gain actionable advice on transcending these fears and embracing a larger purpose.

Don't miss this opportunity to unlock the keys to fostering a loyal and thriving team. Join Brooke in this episode to discover strategies that will empower you to move beyond fear and lead your team toward sustained achievement.

Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Luminate Media Group • www.luminatemedia.co

Intro/Outro Theme • Thunder City by Lunareh

Trivia in the Trenches Theme • Business or Pleasure? by Avacado Junkie

Rapid Fire Theme • Funky Super Mall by Cast Of Characters

All theme music and sound effects are licensed through Soundstripe

If you know someone who this episode could benefit from this episode, please share it with them - it is truly our mission to help connect with others because we believe the more we share our truth the more we all realize we aren’t alone.

Join Brooke in an exclusive conversation with her father, Rodney Plack, as they explore his remarkable journey from a shoe salesman with only $100 and a dog to becoming a driving force in the automotive industry. With over four decades of experience, Rodney has honed his expertise in cultivating leaders within the sector. Gain valuable insights into his proven practices for nurturing leadership skills and crafting lives of fulfillment. Get a behind-the-scenes look into the upbringing of Brooke and discover the lessons that shaped her path. Tune in to this insightful podcast episode for an in-depth exploration of leadership, success, and family dynamics in the automotive empire.

Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Luminate Media Group • www.luminatemedia.co

Intro/Outro Theme • Thunder City by Lunareh

Trivia in the Trenches Theme • Business or Pleasure? by Avacado Junkie

Rapid Fire Theme • Funky Super Mall by Cast Of Characters

All theme music and sound effects are licensed through Soundstripe

If you know someone who this episode could benefit from this episode, please share it with them - it is truly our mission to help connect with others because we believe the more we share our truth the more we all realize we aren’t alone.

Have you ever felt like you're not living up to your true potential? Are you curious about what you're truly capable of achieving? Embark on a transformative journey with Brooke as she delves into Ryan Leak's insightful book, "Chasing Failure." Discover the power of shifting your perspective from fearing failure to actively pursuing it, and witness the profound impact it can have on your personal growth. Join us in this engaging podcast episode as we explore the art of embracing challenges and unlocking your path to success.

Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Luminate Media Group • www.luminatemedia.co

Intro/Outro Theme • Thunder City by Lunareh

Trivia in the Trenches Theme • Business or Pleasure? by Avacado Junkie

Rapid Fire Theme • Funky Super Mall by Cast Of Characters

All theme music and sound effects are licensed through Soundstripe

If you know someone who this episode could benefit from this episode, please share it with them - it is truly our mission to help connect with others because we believe the more we share our truth the more we all realize we aren’t alone.

From launching a sports radio program in college to being one of the most well-known voices in Arkansas High School Sports, join Brooke as she interviews and dives into real-life topics with RJ Hawk … and learn what he’s about to get into next.  

Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Luminate Media Group • www.luminatemedia.co

Intro/Outro Theme • Thunder City by Lunareh

Trivia in the Trenches Theme • Business or Pleasure? by Avacado Junkie

Rapid Fire Theme • Funky Super Mall by Cast Of Characters

All theme music and sound effects are licensed through Soundstripe

If you know someone who this episode could benefit from this episode, please share it with them - it is truly our mission to help connect with others because we believe the more we share our truth the more we all realize we aren’t alone.

Join Brooke as she dives into the truth about what’s really happening in Hollywood as both the writers and actors stand in solidarity on strike for the first time together since the 1960s.  

Lot Captain and Actress Brittney Baxter shares her personal perspective on what’s actually happening on the ground each day, how A.I. is impacting their industry, and just how much money is on the line.  

Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Luminate Media Group • www.luminatemedia.co

Intro/Outro Theme • Thunder City by Lunareh

Trivia in the Trenches Theme • Business or Pleasure? by Avacado Junkie

Rapid Fire Theme • Funky Super Mall by Cast Of Characters

All theme music and sound effects are licensed through Soundstripe

If you know someone who this episode could benefit from this episode, please share it with them - it is truly our mission to help connect with others because we believe the more we share our truth the more we all realize we aren’t alone.

Work Life Flow | Part 5: Home & Family - “You have to have a destination or you will never get there. Knowing where we want our sails to turn our boat, and knowing what direction we want to head towards makes all the difference.” 

There’s so many things vying for our attention and focus in life. When we walk through the doors of our home, it should be our place of respite and retreat. But what happens when you look up one day and realized it’s not? Join Brooke as she shares her struggle and journey in building a home she loves and finding space for those that matter most inside the walls.

Matt Walker video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CtNK3ppr8yo/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Check out other episodes in this series:

Part 1: Mind Your Mind - Befriend Your Body ~ https://youtu.be/c61Cgjj01Ww

Part 2: Find Your Friends & Be Social … Even if You’re Somewhat Introverted Like Me ~ https://youtu.be/KN7_l9bOgow

Part 3: Spirituality - It’s More than just Church…It's a Universal Human Experience ~ https://youtu.be/YwxygLfRkjo

Part 4: Personal Finance - If You Make $2 Million Dollars, and You Spend $3 Million…You’re Broke! ~ https://youtu.be/mItqbxYD6TE

Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Luminate Media Group • www.luminatemedia.co

Intro/Outro Theme • Thunder City by Lunareh

Trivia in the Trenches Theme • Business or Pleasure? by Avacado Junkie

Rapid Fire Theme • Funky Super Mall by Cast Of Characters

All theme music and sound effects are licensed through Soundstripe

If you know someone who this episode could benefit from this episode, please share it with them - it is truly our mission to help connect with others because we believe the more we share our truth the more we all realize we aren’t alone.

Work-Life Flow | Part 4: Personal Finance - If You Make $2 Million Dollars, and You Spend $3 Million…You’re Broke!

Ugggg … the dreaded personal finances … but what if life were different. What if you took control of your finances for once. From her garage as a school teacher to leading an entire Empire of devoted leaders, join Brooke as she shares some tools she’s picked up along the way.

Resources mentioned in this Episode:

Life Score Assessment ~ https://assessments.fullfocus.co/lifescore/

John Putnam - He Spends She Spends: https://amzn.to/3J5NOu9

Brooke’s Spreadsheet - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/12tT1jXkDoY_pHmcUxmwikw6YKNiLPnWJkVxoxRnRPOA/edit?usp=sharing

Dave Ramsey - Total Money Makeover: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1595555277/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_J0F1DB4R0ZFEQWPXHESJ?linkCode=ml2&tag=brookebates-20

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Checkout other episodes in this series:

Part 1: Mind Your Mind - Befriend Your Body ~ https://youtu.be/c61Cgjj01Ww

Part 2: Find Your Friends & Be Social … Even if You’re Somewhat Introverted Like Me ~ https://youtu.be/KN7_l9bOgow

Part 3: Spirituality - It’s More than just Church…It's a Universal Human Experience ~ https://youtu.be/YwxygLfRkjo

Part 5: (coming soon)

Best Personal Finance App: Mint.com

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Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Luminate Media Group • www.luminatemedia.co

Intro/Outro Theme • Thunder City by Lunareh

Trivia in the Trenches Theme • Business or Pleasure? by Avacado Junkie

Rapid Fire Theme • Funky Super Mall by Cast Of Characters

All theme music and sound effects are licensed through Soundstripe

If you know someone who this episode could benefit from this episode, please share it with them - it is truly our mission to help connect with others because we believe the more we share our truth the more we all realize we aren’t alone.

Work-Life Flow | Part 3:  Spirituality - It’s More than just Church…It’s a Universal Human Experience

Join Brooke as she dives into the role spirituality plays in all our lives … because it’s truly much more than church and religion. Regardless of your upbringing, most of us can acknowledge the presence of good and evil around us. But did you know there are intentional steps we can take to become more spiritually aware and spiritually present. 

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Resources from this Episode:

Free 30 Day Guest Pass for Headspace App: https://www.headspace.com/referral/z6jb3?slug=8a93d9&audio=false

Gretchen Jackson: Unapologetic Woman - https://www.facebook.com/gadjackson

University of Minnesota: https://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/what-spirituality

Royal College of Psychiatrists: https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/docs/default-source/members/sigs/spirituality-spsig/what-is-spirituality-maya-spencer-x.pdf?sfvrsn=f28df052_2#:~:text=Spirituality%20involves%20exploring%20certain%20universal,development%20than%20the%20ordinary%20person.

Enneagram Test: https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test

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Checkout other episodes in this series:

Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/work-life-flow-part-1-mind-your-mind-and-befriend-your-body/id1666572308?i=1000621003212

Part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-grit-crusade/id1666572308?i=1000622505106

Part 4: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-grit-crusade/id1666572308?i=1000623295338

Part 5: (Coming Soon)

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Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The EMpact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Luminate Media Group • www.luminatemedia.co

Intro/Outro Theme • Thunder City by Lunareh

Trivia in the Trenches Theme • Business or Pleasure? by Avacado Junkie

All theme music and sound effects are licensed through Soundstripe

If you know someone who this episode could benefit from this episode, please share it with them - it is truly our mission to help connect with others because we believe the more we share our truth the more we all realize we aren’t alone.