Projects for Wildlife Podcast

Jennifer Leigh Warner is the CEO of Experience Wildlife As a young child she was obsessed with African Cats. She was not able to study them in person when she was younger - so she took the advice of a mentor and started locally with her camera. She leads the ethical wildlife photography committee for the North American Nature Photography Association. The committee sets standards for the interactions between wildlife and humans when we are outside and taking pictures. From selfies to professional there is a need for standards so that we have wildlife for years to come. Jennifer takes people all around the U.S. and internationally to experience wildlife. Along with these amazing adventures to explore the world with a camera she teaches people how to conduct ethical wildlife photography. You can join Jennifer at one of her workshops or experiences by going to Experience Wildlife. Take a peek at Jennifer's amazing photographs. If you love one or more here is a special promo code for 30% OFF: PROJECTSFORWILDLIFE30

In this episode I talk about overcoming imposter syndrome - PLUS I've included a FREE hypnotherapy recording to accompany this episode.

The four steps that can help you overcome the imposter syndrome are:

Step 1. There's no such thing as overnight success Step 2. Fear can motivate

Step 3. Don't compare yourself to others

Step 4. The definition of SUCCESS is subjective

In the first part of the episode we take a deep dive into what the definition of Imposter Syndrome is, by using what the science that is already out there about the syndrome.

Did you know imposter syndrome impacts women and men - at all levels of their careers, and in equal numbers? No matter if you are researcher, entrepreneur, executive director, CEO, CFO, or general manager you can have symptoms associated to the imposter syndrome. In fact the more you achieve in life the more you might come across the feelings of all you achieved being a result of luck or being in the right place, perhaps you doubt your abilities and ideas, you lack self-confidence, dwell on past mistakes, and overall you just don't feel good enough. You may not feel this all the time - and that is what research shows - that the imposter syndrome is a reaction to a specific set of circumstances or situations. The most limiting part of dealing with the imposter syndrome is that it limits your courage to chase your dreams and stops you from achieving more success. And if we want to protect wildlife and save the last remaining wild spaces we have to overcome the imposter syndrome and explore those new ideas and call-in the life we desire. Use these four steps to put yourself out there in a more meaningful way. And listen to the FREE hypnotherapy recording everyday for the next 21-days. I'd love to know what transformations take place in your life. It's time to be Brave Enough! Let's get over our fear of failure so we can live boldly and free - and ensure a beautiful future for the wildlife we all love.

For more than 20 years, Dr. Naomi Rose has been a leader of domestic and international efforts to publicize and address the many problems associated with the capture and captivity of marine mammals for public display.

In this episode we discuss the current status of marine mammals in captivity in the U.S. She shares how she worked with industry and government to create laws that ended the entertainment and breeding of orcas that are already living in captivity.

We also discuss the Russian Whale Jail - where orca and beluga were illegally taken to be sold to the Chinese entertainment market. She is leads an international effort to stop captivity in China, Russian, and other countries around the world as the marine mammal scientists for the Animal Welfare Institute.

The excitement about doing something good in the world is the same passion that keeps conservationist going. We all feel the drive to join and lately we are seeing it in the news media as children actively step into their rights as heirs to our planet.

Each year the number of concerned people grows larger!

With all this positivity you might be thinking - why should I talk about mindset? And why is it important to shift our mindset? And if we do - what good will come of it?

In this episode I share why our undercurrent, looping negative mindset around lack is bringing more lack into our world. When we flip the script to abundance we will bring more resources, money, success to our conservation projects.

If you want to protect wildlife you must demonstrate to others that they too can save wildlife. This means no project belongs to one organization, one researcher, one lab. In fact when one project rises up the ladder of success - with it creates opportunities for others to do so because you have proven that you are abundant opening the path way where there is plenty for you, your organization, your wildlife species, your team, therefore plenty for others.

Dr. Kerstin Bilgmann is interested in understanding the ecology of cetaceans, and how their dispersal and genetic connectivity relates to oceanographic features and prey availability.

Her main research interests focuses on the interactions of dolphins with fisheries with an aim to minimize by-catch.

Her research has a strong conservation focus using molecular tools and aerial surveys to enhance the assessment, reduction and mitigation of fishery operational interactions.

Not only is her research making impacts for wildlife - but she is encouraging students to get involved.

Did we mention that she is also a Master Ashtanga Yoga Instructor? Find out how yoga has made huge impacts on her life and research.

Haley is passionate about protecting this planet and the species that live here. She helped raise over $4 million for nonprofit organizations through corporate partnerships, grants, individual donors, and fundraising events. She has a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Conservation and a Master of Arts in Nonprofit Leadership and Management. She worked with the Surfrider Foundation in Vancouver and San Diego, before becoming 5 Gyres' Development and Partnerships Director and FinalStraw's Strategic Partnerships Manager. She is on the Board of Directors of Surfrider Foundation Canada, a volunteer with STOKED Mentoring teaching underserved youth to snowboard and surf, and a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Los Angeles Chapter.

Spring is just around the corner! What would your dream spring 2019 look like?

Spring or fall bring with them schedule shifts that can impact you and your business. In fact why not take the business health check to focus your efforts for the rest of the year and especially over the next 30/60/90 days! Find out what's working and what's not working in your business so that you can achieve your personal, business, and financial goals. I share why it's important for you to think about your revenue and profit goals and a few ways to achieve them over the next quarter. Be sure to download your Business Health Check worksheet – it is a great exercise that you can do at the change of any planning cycle for you and your business.

Join the Projects For Wildlife Facebook Group to share your 30/60/90 day goals and your one-word intention! www.facebook.com/projectsforwildlife

The recovery of the white shark population is a conservation success story for California, but shark sightings off population beaches pose new conservation challenges and education needs. www.csulb.edu/sharklab All social media links: @CSULBsharklab How can humans become more predator savvy? Answer this question in the Projects For Wildlife Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2EqO44A www.projectsforwildlife.com/episode010

Sabine is a global goodwill ambassador, founder of the Sea Turtle Conservation Curacao organization. In this episode she shares the importance of social media in our environmental and wildlife campaigns. Her unique background in psychology brings hope to sea turtle conservation from a different perspective. She proves that all voices are unique and that we can all make a difference for all wildlife and protect our ocean. Full show notes can be found at www.projectsforwildlife.com/episode009