RootsUp Podcast

Steve and Sundie chat with Jeff Apfel about his unconventional career journey, from studying law to ultimately founding Office Intelligence. Like many, he discovered that success in the real world goes beyond what's taught in traditional education, and he's now using his decades of experience to empower people with practical skills and the right mindset for a fulfilling career.

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Focused Coaching Topics To Fix Specific Pain Points

(00:04:40) Coaching Shoutout

(00:05:59) Personality Gripe

(00:08:40) Intro to Jeff Apfel, Founder of Office Intelligence

(00:25:40) Graduating School…But With What Knowledge?

(00:37:18) Challenges of Entrepreneurship

Resources:

+ Check out Jeff's courses at Office Intelligence!

+ Download our *free* Career Transition Planner.

+ Check out our other tools and coaching offers.

Contact Greenhouse Coaching:

+ Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more!

+ Follow us on Instagram and send us a DM

+ Email us at [email protected]

Thanks for listening, and cheers to figuring out what's next!

It's not the change itself but the fear and uncertainty surrounding it that often cause problems. Steve walks us through the ways effective communication, involving your team in the process, sharing what you know (and don't know), and being available for debriefing can make all the difference in successfully navigating change as a leader.

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Dirty Car Title/Overthinking

(00:05:03) Coaching Shoutout

(00:07:33) Personality Gripe

(00:11:23) The Problem Isn't The Change Itself

(00:14:43) Process, Delivery, Debrief

(00:26:26) Managing Change - The Takeaway

Resources:

+ Download our *free* Career Transition Planner.

+ Check out our other tools and coaching offers.

Contact Greenhouse Coaching:

+ Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more!

+ Follow us on Instagram and send us a DM

+ Email us at [email protected]

Thanks for listening, and cheers to figuring out what's next!

Ever found yourself in a situation where you've got to give a talk, whether it’s a planned presentation or an impromptu meeting pitch? Prepping for it can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be.

Sundie shares her own talk prep formula that centers on one simple trick: work backward.

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Tanning Beds

(00:04:36) Coaching Shoutout

(00:08:13) Personality Gripe

(00:15:37) You've Been Asked to Give a Talk - What Now?

(00:22:33) The Slide Decks Aren't the Presentation - You Are.

(00:27:06) Openings and Closings

Resources:

+ Download our *free* Career Transition Planner.

+ Check out our other tools and coaching offers.

Contact Greenhouse Coaching:

+ Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more!

+ Follow us on Instagram and send us a DM

+ Email us at [email protected]

Thanks for listening, and cheers to figuring out what's next!

On this week's episode, Steve interviews Kristi Skutvik, founder of Skutvik Consulting, a Southern California-based HR consulting company. From her unexpected shift from accounting to global studies, to finding her knack for building relationships and talking to people, Kristi navigated a winding path through corporate recruiting and HR to eventually starting her own business. She's on a mission to help companies redefine culture by creating small pockets of moments that matter - a workplace experience that will resonate with employees from hiring through retirement.

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Leadership Retreats

(00:02:23) Coaching Shoutouts

(00:05:43) Personality Gripe

(00:09:48) Intro to Kristi Skutvik, Founder of HR Consulting Company, Skutvik Consulting

(00:24:55) The Journey into HR Consulting and Beyond

Resources:

+ Check out what Kristi is up to: The Work Vibes podcast and Skutvik Consulting

+ Download our *free* Career Transition Planner.

+ Check out our other tools and coaching offers.

Contact Greenhouse Coaching:

+ Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more!

+ Follow us on Instagram and send us a DM

+ Email us at [email protected]

Thanks for listening, and cheers to figuring out what's next!

Have you ever felt lost in your career journey, transitioning from that set, guided school path to owning your own direction and figuring out what it is you are truly meant to do? Here to tell her own career transition story, we feature insights from Greenhouse’s own leadership development coach, Tracey Baumwell, who shares her journey from risk management administrator to fulfilling her true calling. Tune in to explore for yourself the challenges, revelations, and motivation behind taking control of your life and career.

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Tipping On Takeout?

(00:01:40) Coaching Shoutout

(00:02:33) Personality Gripe

(00:05:31) Guest Interview with Greenhouse Coach Tracey Baumwell

(00:24:16) What's Next When You Hit a Plateau?

(00:26:07) NPR Tiny Desk

(00:30:24) What's In Store For The Future?

Resources:

+ Download our *free* Career Transition Planner.

+ Check out our other tools and coaching offers.

Contact Greenhouse Coaching:

+ Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more!

+ Follow us on Instagram and send us a DM

+ Email us at [email protected]

Thanks for listening, and cheers to figuring out what's next!

Have you tried Steve's calendar blocking method from Episode #186? Even if you have, it's probably pretty tough to get yourself to stick to them! In this week's episode, we talk everything from protecting those calendar blocks to Ted Lasso. We're packing a lot into this one!

And to top it all off, we have a special guest interview with Angie Trueblood, founder of The Podwize Group, who shares her journey from biology teacher to successful entrepreneur. Angie is a breath of fresh air in the small business world -- her authenticity, drive, and genuine entrepreneurial spirit are truly inspiring!

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Ted Lasso and Mental Health

(00:03:40) Coaching Shoutout - Calendar Blocks

(00:05:25) Coaching Shoutout - Life Vision Lightbulb Moment

(00:07:06) Personality Gripe

(00:09:01) Career Transition Interview With Entrepreneur Angie Trueblood

(00:24:59) The Go Pitch Yourself Podcast

(00:27:50) Should I Give Up On My New Business?

(00:33:36) Navigating Your Salary as an Entrepreneur

Resources:

+ Check out Angie's podcast, Go Pitch Yourself

+ Download our *free* Career Transition Planner.

+ Check out our other tools and coaching offers.

Contact Greenhouse Coaching:

+ Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more!

+ Follow us on Instagram and send us a DM

+ Email us at [email protected]

Thanks for listening, and cheers to figuring out what's next!

Ever wondered how a simple sticky note could trigger a whole wave of change? In this week’s episode, Sundie unravels the psychological power behind these little visual reminders and how they nudge us toward a better version of ourselves. Join us as we talk about picking just one thing, jotting it down on that sticky note, and watching it transform into a habit.

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Steve's a Hero!

(00:03:10) Coaching Shoutout

(00:05:52) Personality Gripe

(00:08:03) The Sticky Note Hack

(00:14:20) Is it Habit or Mindset?

(00:19:42) Sundie's Sabbatical

Resources:

+ Download our *free* Career Transition Planner.

+ Check out our other tools and coaching offers.

Contact Greenhouse Coaching:

+ Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more!

+ Follow us on Instagram and send us a DM

+ Email us at [email protected]

Thanks for listening, and cheers to figuring out what's next!

In this episode Steve shares about his new relationship with rest and how it's feels good and isn't the result of burnout. He dives into rest AND productivity (and even some corporate deconstruction).

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Pickleball

(00:04:25) Coaching Shoutout

(00:05:55) Personality Gripe

(00:08:03) Charleston Trip / Needing Rest

(00:10:29) What Steve Has Been Doing for Rest

(00:19:42) Sundie's Sabbatical

Resources:

+ Download our *free* Career Transition Planner.

+ Check out our other tools and coaching offers.

Contact Greenhouse Coaching:

+ Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more!

+ Follow us on Instagram and send us a DM

+ Email us at [email protected]

Thanks for listening, and cheers to figuring out what's next!

We're used to prepping for work...creating meeting agendas, outlining action items, and communicating with coworkers. But how come we don't take that same approach to our home life? What would happen if we took the time to be intentional at home too?

In a world filled with Netflix and Tik Tok distractions, it's easy to let external influences dictate our lives. So in this week's episode, Steve Perkins explores the importance of hitting that 'upper-right quadrant' at home -- being proactive in our relationships to create a meaningful and emotionally connected family life.

And it all starts with 'Saying the Feeling'.

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Happy Hour: What TV Shows Are We Watching?

(00:05:38) Coaching Shoutout

(00:06:36) Personality Gripe

(00:08:53) Say The Feeling - Being Intentional at Home

Resources:

+ Download our *free* Career Transition Planner.

+ Check out our other tools and coaching offers.

Contact Greenhouse Coaching:

+ Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more!

+ Follow us on Instagram and send us a DM

+ Email us at [email protected]

Thanks for listening, and cheers to figuring out what's next!

In this inspiring guest episode, Steve Perkins sits down with Fay Manolios, a former high-powered HR executive who made a life-changing decision to step back and reclaim her time. Whether you're seeking inspiration for your own career journey, or simply curious about the transformative power of bold decisions, Fay's story will motivate you to take charge of your own path -- and embrace new opportunities!

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Happy Hour: Steve Gets Pulled Over (again)

(00:06:57) Coaching Shoutout

(00:08:34) Personality Gripe

(00:11:06) A Glimpse into Non-linear Career Paths

(00:13:05) An Interview With Fay Manolios: A Transition from Fortune 500 HR Executive to Board Member

(00:30:18) What's Next for Fay?

(00:32:40) Takeaways

Resources:

+ Download our *free* Career Transition Planner.

+ Check out our other tools and coaching offers.

Contact Greenhouse Coaching:

+ Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more!

+ Follow us on Instagram and send us a DM

+ Email us at [email protected]

Thanks for listening, and cheers to figuring out what's next!