How do you build a Twitter account to be so popular that you have celebrities like Ryan Reynolds, Colin Mochrie, and Brittlestar wanting to get involved? According to Kevin Parent, the social media lead at Ottawa Public Health, it takes hard work, dedication, and (of course) humor. Today Kevin joins the show to share how he and his communications team created a human on social media, how Bruce screwed up a tweet that became the 7th most interacted-with tweet during the Super Bowl, and more.

This episode will make you laugh and adore what a public health department can do with humor in social media through messaging. You will learn how Ottawa Public Health became the first organization in 2022 to receive a key to the city for their contribution, why they follow an evidence-based approach to their social media, and tips on making your social media account stand out.

What You'll Learn:

- How Kevin got involved in social media. - How to bring a more intimate and evidence-based approach to your social media. - The benefit of using humor on social media. - The value in thinking outside the box when it comes to social media. - Why Ryan Reynolds became involved in Ottawa Public Health's Twitter. - How OPH made the most of their Bruce saga. - The importance of engagement.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

- "People are way more likely to buy into something if it comes from someone that they trust." - Kevin Parent - "Humor is the best way to cut through the embarrassment [of more serious and important topics online]." - Kevin Parent - "Feeling not okay doesn't mean there is anything wrong with you, and asking for help is a sign of courage, not a sign of weakness." - Kevin Parent

Resources:

-Ottawa Health: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website - Melanie Galea: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn - Shift Disturbers: Instagram

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Have you been searching for a way to create a deeper understanding of yourself and step into your personal power? Our guests today might have exactly what you have been looking for. Betsy Milne and Laura Milne are the co-founders, creators and podcast hosts behind Luscious Hustle, a business created to redefine what it means to make money as a woman in business. Through business development and human design, Laura and Betsy mentor women to create a life and business of prosperity, and in this episode, they will share their secrets with you. Listen in as they describe the shift that changed their life course and brought them together to create the booming business they have today. You will learn the importance of remembering that we are all individuals, how your Human Design chart can help you become a better business woman and so much more.

What You'll Learn:

- The power of mindset and shifting to one of abundance.- What Human Design is and how it can help you discover yourself.- The importance of remembering that anything is possible.- The value in being vulnerable with yourself.- The importance of remembering we all have very different experiences.- How to figure out your own Human Design Chart.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

- "When you're putting your energy towards something that you're so obsessed with, it doesn't feel like work." - Luscious Hustle

- "You can take the most obscure spark of an idea and turn it into a monetized, real business." - Luscious Hustle

- "Alignment ebbs and flows and it is how we react to life's challenges that is the real test of alignment." - Luscious Hustle

Resources:

- Luscious Hustle: Instagram | Website | Podcast - Get Your Free Human Design Chart - Melanie Galea: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn - Shift Disturbers: Instagram

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We've all experienced tragedy at some point in our lives. For some, the tragedy they endure is life-altering, setting them on a completely different path than the one they started on. Bruce Johnson's journey began when he lost his daughter in 1998. Since then, Bruce and his family have raised over $825,000 for the Children's Miracle Network hospital system and have become the co-holder of the World Record for the longest north-south bicycle journey on public roads in the world.

Today he joins the show to discuss how he persevered through life's darkest moments, inspiring you to find the strength to overcome the challenges you face. Listen in as Bruce shares the importance of joining local charities in need, as it takes many people to make a difference. You will learn how to become more involved in your community, why you should never discount the power you have to change the life of someone else, and so much more.

What You'll Learn:

- Why Bruce joined Sick Kids. - The tragedy that Bruce endured that changed his life. - The importance of helping out your local charities. - The value in having people skills. - How to persevere through life's challenges. - How you can make a difference in your community. - The incredible impact Bruce has made.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

- "Suffering is part of the journey." - Bruce Johnson - "The money we raise for [Children's Miracle Network] is wonderful, the awareness we raise is equally important." - Bruce Johnson - "To know how to phrase things to get what you want, what a great skill set to have." - Bruce Johnson

Resources:

- Bruce Johnson: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter - The Home Hunt - Motorcycle For Miracles - Bruce Johnson Good Neighbour Award Winner - Melanie Galea: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn - Shift Disturbers: Instagram

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Have you ever felt another presence in the room, even when you're the only person around? Maybe you've felt called to do (or not do) something, and you couldn't explain why? Many people have experienced this sense of guidance, but not too many can actually communicate with those on the other side. Debbie Squizzero is a psychic medium who bridges the gap between the living and the deceased, helping and healing folks in need of spiritual guidance, clarity or insight. In this episode, Debbie joins the show to share her incredible journey to finding what truly lights her up, including how she helps her clients live more fulfilling and successful lives.

Listen in as she shares her experience with burnout and overwhelm, and explains how she got through some of her darkest days by taking time to focus on herself and her health. You will learn what pushed her to finally make the big decision to follow her passion and leave her career, the importance of seeking professional help when you're struggling (you shouldn't feel as though you have to face these things alone), and how to be the change that you need in your own life.

What You'll Learn:

- How Debbie started on her spiritual journey. - When she started seeing ethereal beings. - What pushed her to make the big decision to change careers. - The importance of taking care of yourself first. - What happens if you don't prioritize your health. - Why having a therapist is key.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

- "We all have a different journey." - Debbie Squizzero - "The work really is self-love, self-worth, boundaries." - Melanie Galea - "There are no playbooks for life." - Melanie Galea

Resources:

- Debbie Squizzero: Website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube - Melanie Galea: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn - Shift Disturbers: Instagram

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Welcome to the Shift Disturber podcast, where you'll find conversations about the shift that changed everything in hopes of inspiring you to make a shift in your own life. Join me, your host Melanie Galea, every week as I give CEOs, entrepreneurs, authors and other change-makers a chance to share their powerful stories. These conversations will make you laugh, make you cry and even trigger you—so prepare yourself for the major shifts that are about to take place.

In this inaugural episode, I'm going to be sharing a bit about myself and why I decided to create this podcast. Listen in to learn my story of getting fired, getting hired, setting boundaries and creating goals. You'll also hear how you can get involved in this podcast and share your story of the shift that changed everything.

What You'll Learn:

- What Shift Disturber is about.

- Who I will be speaking to.

- Why I decided to make this podcast.

- The importance of setting boundaries for yourself.

- Why creating goals is essential for success.

- How being fired started my adult transformation of growth.

- Why being able to laugh at yourself is crucial.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

- "On the other side of doing inner work and letting go of things is relief and energy."

- "It actually takes a lot more energy than you realize to not like someone or have a fight with someone."

- "If you were flying an airplane from LA to New York and you made a small shift? You might end up in Boston."

Resources:

- Melanie Galea: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn

- Shift Disturbers: Instagram

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