Rochester Business Connections

Rochester Business Connections #142 with Kathleen Pringle.

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Join us for an enlightening episode with Kathleen Pringle, a renowned Executive Leadership Coach and Career Strategist. Kathleen sheds light on COVID-19's seismic shift in careers, highlighting a move from life-centric careers to career-centric lives.

She discusses her strategies for aiding those feeling stagnant in their jobs and talks about her entrepreneurial journey, which led to the creation of the Kathleen Pringle Group, Inc., a leading firm for career and leadership coaching aimed at executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals.

A key theme is "Return on Relationship" (ROR), where Kathleen stresses the essential role of relationships in career development, describing them as the career catalysts.

She concludes by sharing about her tenure as the President of The Rochester Rotary Club and her next steps post-presidency.

Dive in to discover a roadmap for career success and personal growth.

During this episode, you will learn about:

[01:48] Know our guest, Kathleen Pringle

[03:36] How COVID-19 has changed the career/work landscape

[05:17] Kathleen’s experience with people who feel stuck in their careers and her approach to helping them

[11:10] The backstory of how Kathleen transitioned into entrepreneurship and founded the Kathleen Pringle Group, Inc.

[20:23] The Return on Relationship (ROR)

[28:18] When is the best time to expand your network?

[29:01] Kathleen’s advice to anyone without a large network who wants to change and expand it

[36:58] Kate’s Presidency at The Rochester Rotary Club

[39:45] Stephen M. R. Covey’s book Trust and Inspire

[43:06] How does Kathleen intend to spend her time now that she has handed over the presidency?

[48:24] Life-changing questions every person should ask themselves

[52:36] How to connect and support Kathleen Pringle

Website: https://www.kathleenpringle.com/

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

[53:32] Rapid Fire Round

[57:03] Recommended reading: The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks 

Key Takeaways:  

• COVID-19 ushered in a transformative change where people no longer build their lives around their careers; instead, they now build their careers around their lives. [04:56]

• “Network or not work.” ~Kathleen Pringle [17:49] 

• “In career, relationships are currency.” ~Kathleen Pringle [21:36]

• “The quality of our life is a direct correlation to the quality of questions we ask.” ~Ben Albert [26:41]

• The best time to expand your network is to always be connecting. [28:18]

• People listen to the words you use and form opinions and judgments. [33:29]

• Every individual has gifts, and if you, as a leader or manager, put in the effort to cultivate those gifts, you will bring out and inspire the best in those people. However, you need to trust them to do so. [41:30] 

People Mentioned and Other Resources:

1. Stephen Covey

2. Trust and Inspire: https://bit.ly/3FclRyt

3. The SPEED of Trust: https://bit.ly/3PTT07S

4. The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks: https://bit.ly/3rwcqqb

Keep In Touch with Kathleen Pringle:

Website: https://www.kathleenpringle.com/

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

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Rochester Business Connections #141 with Bruce Peters.

Tune in to this engaging episode to uncover the compelling narrative of Bruce Peters, the forward-thinking CEO of  Beyond Teal . This organization stands firm on its mission: guiding business leaders, their teams, and entire organizations towards their utmost potential.

Learn about the heart and soul that Bruce poured into Beyond Teal, rooted in his drive to empower every individual and entity to truly excel. He also provides insights into his innovative paperless mortgage closing system and shares the rationale for his pivotal business sale decision.

Having formerly chaired the Tech group, Bruce shares invaluable wisdom from his time there. He also reflects on the standout moments in his distinguished career. Dive in with us...

During this episode, you will learn about:

[01:17] Welcoming our guest, Bruce Peters

[02:16] What prompted Bruce to start Beyond Teal?

[06:04] His paperless process mortgage closing system

[08:06] Why Bruce decided to sell his businesses

[12:40] How he ended up selling his businesses 

[16:36] What made him successful as a chair of the Tech group?

[19:13] The highlight of his career

[25:15] Insights in the book; Reinventing Organizations

[35:33] The origin of the name “Beyond Teal”

[39:09] The Building Leaders Initiative in Urban Communities

[46:22] Key concepts in the book The Pursuit of Loneliness

[53:37] Connect with Bruce;

Website: https://www.beyondteal.com/

Key Takeaways:

• “You can’t sell what nobody wants.” ~Bruce Peters [13:40] 

• “If you cover the downside, the topside will take care of itself.” ~Bruce Peters [14:29]

• “Being great is the enemy of getting better.” ~Bruce Peters [37:46]

• “The unbridled pursuit of freedom and independence at the expense of our inner dependencies will be the undoing of democracy in America.” ~Philip Slater [46:35]

People Mentioned and Other Resources:

1. Michael Milken: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Milken

2. Stephen Covey: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Covey

3. Lee Thayer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lee_Thayer

4. Reinventing Organizations: https://bit.ly/3OCVwio

5. Theory U: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theory_U

6. Community: https://bit.ly/3KiznU3

7. The Pursuit of Loneliness: https://bit.ly/43VAFLr

Keep In Touch with Bruce Peters:

Website: https://www.beyondteal.com/

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

Facebook: https://bit.ly/44ONVTA

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Rochester Business Connections episode 140 with Dr. William Ferris.

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Achieving excellence in our daily endeavors requires more than diligence; it demands a restorative element. Without replenishing our energy and renewing our minds, fulfilling our responsibilities becomes an uphill battle.

In today's show, we delve into the world of holistic wellness with Dr. William Ferris, founder of Tranquility Now, a revolutionary wellness center located in Rochester. Driven by his passion for holistic wellness, Dr. William shares the fascinating story that led him to become a chiropractor at Modern Chiropractic and the inspiration that fueled the creation of Tranquility Now.

He takes us through the Super Novo™ zero gravity massage chair at Tranquility Now and its profound impact on rejuvenating your mind and body. Moreover, he explains how the zero gravity massage chair is expertly adjusted to perfectly suit each customer's needs, ensuring optimal comfort and maximum benefits.

Additionally, he explores the transformative effects of guided meditation with binaural beats and how it unlocks your creativity, focus, drive, and concentration.

Time to dive in!

During this episode, you will learn about:

[01:08] Introducing today's guest; Dr. William Ferris

[02:21] What they do at Tranquility Now

[07:59] The Othership App; https://www.othership.us/app

[10:16] The backstory that led Dr. William to become a chiropractor at Modern Chiropractic

[13:43] What inspired Dr. William to start Tranquility Now 

[20:43] The Super Novo™ zero gravity massage chair and the experience it provides

[27:49] Guided meditation via BrainTap® headset

[31:55] How guided meditation with binaural beats works, and its benefits

[37:30] How do they adjust the zero gravity massage chair to fit a customer's needs?

[41:03] How to connect with Tranquility Now

Phone: 585-417-8200

Website: https://www.tranquilitynow.com/

[43:17] Where are they located in Rochester? 

[45:32] The Tranquility Now App

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zenoti.tranquilitynow

App Store: https://apps.apple.com/in/app/tranquility-now-mobile/id1670278928

[48:04] Rapid Fire Round

[52:50] How to connect with Dr. William Ferris

Website: https://www.tranquilitynow.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tranquilitynow_/

Key Takeaways:  

• "A bad stigma can lick a good dogma." ~Dr. William Ferris [04:46]

• It can be challenging to fulfill our daily responsibilities and perform at our best if we lack a restorative element in our day [08:57] 

• A 20 minutes experience in the zero gravity massage chair is almost equivalent to a 60-minute massage [24:01]

• Guided meditation with the binaural beat helps you to unlock your creativity, focus, drive, and concentration [32:23]

• "Discipline is doing what you hate to do but acting like you love it." ~Mike Tyson [49:08]

• Our feelings should be subordinate to our responsibilities [49:26]

People Mentioned and Other Resources:

1. The Othership App: https://www.othership.us/app

2. Andrew D. Huberman: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_D._Huberman

Keep In Touch with Dr. William Ferris:

Website: https://www.tranquilitynow.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tranquilitynow_/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TranquilityNowRochester/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tranquilitynowrochester

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Rochester Business Connections #139 with Morgan Levy.

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In a world rich with diversity, inclusion is key to building a vibrant and harmonious society. When we embrace diversity and inclusion, we create a nurturing environment that values and embraces the unique qualities, perspectives, and experiences of individuals from all backgrounds.

In this thought-provoking episode, Ben Albert speaks with Morgan Levy, founder of Morgan Levy Firm, PLLC, and co-founder & principal consultant at MM Inclusion Solutions. Morgan shares her inspiring journey toward championing diversity & inclusion and gives valuable insights on calling someone out without causing defensiveness.

Discover Morgan’s unique approach to addressing problematic behavior by fostering collaborative environments where individuals are empowered to grow and learn from their mistakes. The conversation also sheds light on the profound impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on diversity and inclusion.

Morgan also reveals why she started MM Inclusion Solutions and the courses they offer. Additionally, she discusses the diversity and inclusion self-assessment tool designed to evaluate our bias practices.

Tune in for amazing insights! 

During this episode, you will learn about:

[00:37] Episode introduction and a quick bio of our guest; Morgan Levy

[05:44] Backstory that led Morgan to focus on diversity and inclusion

[09:50] How to call someone out without putting them in a position of defensiveness and guardedness 

[14:58] Morgan’s approach to problematic behavior

[16:24] How the COVID-19 pandemic impacted diversity and inclusion

[22:58] Why she started MM Inclusion Solutions 

[25:50] The courses they offer at MM Inclusion Solutions

[27:09] How to get access to the courses and learn more: https://inclusionsolutionsllc.com/

[33:20] Diversity and Inclusion self-assessment tool 

[35:27] Some of the questions in the self-assessment tool

[44:39] How to connect with;

Morgan Levy: [email protected]

Maggie Cousin: [email protected]

[45:03] Rapid Fire Round

Key Takeaways:  

• When calling someone out, it is important to approach the situation by assuming the best intentions. By doing so, we foster an atmosphere that promotes understanding and collaboration. [10:18]

• Punishing problematic behavior is not an effective strategy. We should learn and grow from that experience. [14:58]

• Effective implementation of Title IX relies more on practice rather than policy. [25:19]

• Bystander intervention is one of the most effective ways to engage a community in preventing harassment and discrimination. [29:50]

• We are probably not maximizing our progress in various aspects due to our failure to reflect on the exclusionary practices that hinder the realization of our goals. [44:00]

People Mentioned and Other Resources:

1. Maggie Cousin, EdD: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggiecousin/

Keep In Touch with Morgan Levy:

Website: https://www.jmorganlevyfirm.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/j-morgan-levy-firm-pllc/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087393011557

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Rochester Business Connections  #138 with Heather Newton.

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Maintaining optimal brain health is essential for overall well-being and cognitive function. In this engaging podcast episode, I interview Heather Newton, founder of Loop Brain Health LLC. She takes us through the fascinating world of neurofeedback and brain mapping.

Discover how these innovative techniques can help optimize your brain’s performance and unlock its potential. Heather explains that neurofeedback is a safe and effective method that uses operant conditioning to train the brain, while brain mapping uncovers any dysregulation in brainwave patterns.

Moreover, Heather reveals what inspired her to focus on brain health. She discusses the causes of brainwave dysregulation and gives valuable insights and tips on how to maintain a healthy brain.

Prepare to be inspired by real-life stories of individuals who have experienced remarkable transformations after incorporating neurofeedback and brain mapping into their lives. Remember, as Heather wisely states, “A better brain equals a better life.” Taking care of your brain health is just as vital as caring for your physical well-being.

Tune in!

During this episode, you will learn about:

[01:34] Meet and greet; Heather Newton

[02:14] What is Loop Brain Health LLC?

[03:30] What is neurofeedback?

[05:56] How neurofeedback works- Operant Conditioning 

[10:03] The definition of neuroplasticity

[12:44] Is neurofeedback safe?

[15:16] Who should do neurofeedback & brain mapping and why?

[19:20] Connect with Heather;

Email: [email protected]

[21:05] What inspired Heather to focus on brain health?

[28:30] Causes of brainwave dysregulation

[30:56] Tips to keep your brain healthy  

[35:18] Recommended resources:

HeartMath: https://www.heartmath.com/

BCIA: https://www.bcia.org/

AAPB: https://aapb.org/

[37:22] Examples of people who have experienced transformation after utilizing neurofeedback & brain mapping

[42:29] Rapid Fire Round

[47:06] Integration assignment

[47:32] How to keep in touch with Heather Newton 

Website: https://www.loopbrainhealth.com/

Email: [email protected]

Key Takeaways:

• “A better brain equals a better life.” ~Heather Newton [04:46]

• “A better heart health equals a happier life.” ~Heather Newton [04:49] 

• The brain is  neuroplastic, so if you teach it to do something and it gets good at it, it retires the old, less effective way of doing things and it adopts the newer way of doing things [09:13]

• Brain mapping reveals brainwave dysregulation regardless of the cause [29:45]

• The brain is the most oxygen and energy-hungry organ in the body. If you can feed your brain more oxygen, you’ll feel better. [32:36]

People Mentioned and Other Resources:

1. HeartMath: https://www.heartmath.com/

2. BCIA: https://www.bcia.org/

3. AAPB: https://aapb.org/

Keep In Touch with Heather Newton:

Website: https://www.loopbrainhealth.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loopbrainhealth/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LoopBrainHealth/

Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/loopbrainhealth

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Rochester Business Connections Episode #137 w/ John Skomski of Think. Live. Repeat. Podcast.

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PART ONE OF THE CONVERSATION WAS ON JOHN SKOMSKI'S PODCAST, THINK. LIVE. REPEAT HERE: https://thinkliverepeat.buzzsprout.com/2010974/13056976

on Think. Live. Repeat. John interviewed me. Here I interviewed John!

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Keep In Touch With John...

Website: https://jskomski.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-skomski/

Podcast: https://thinkliverepeat.buzzsprout.com/2010974

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Rochester Business Connections Episode #136 w/ Sabine Steinbrecher.

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