Robb King left a great career as a leader in data sciences to found Blume Theory Strategies. The last time we talked he explained what Blume Theory does and his “why” for writing this next chapter. Today we focus on the preparation, the early learning, and the application of that learning.

Allison DeHonney has received numerous awards in Western New York because of the work she's doing with urban gardening. She founded two organizations that are garnering a lot of attention because of the impact they're having on hunger, nutrition, and health. Listen and learn about Buffalo Go Green and Urban Fruits and Veggies.

This short podcast is a relationship refresher. These are things we know and sometimes forget. I want to explore how we nurture our relationships so that they last a lifetime.

Robb King, founder of Blume Theory Strategies, a DC-based consulting firm, is with me to share this next chapter, the creating of Blume Theory Strategies. After a successful career in data analytics he decided to jump into the ocean (true story) and see how well he could swim. His company does evaluations, strategic planning, and coaching for organizations all over the US. Listen as he shares his next chapter...

More insights on following your calling, fulfilling your purpose, and having successful career transitions. Russ Snyder, CEO of Volunteers of America Chesapeake and the Carolinas, shares more about how he's continuing to forge forward and create positive life transitions.

I feel like there’s more stress in the world and in the country than ever before in my lifetime. One thing I’ve learned from Linda Roszak Burton, she’s been a guest a few times. I’ve learned that in the midst of absolute chaos and calamity, I can still have a grateful heart. I’m doing that by seeking the company of people who are optimistic. People who have hope. Here’s my observation about those people: they’re having fun! They’re having FUN! They’ve made the choice to continue smiling and laughing! Listen to get a few strategies for ramping up the fun in your life.

I had a long flight from the east coast to San Diego. My seat mates were two guys from a rural town in Maryland. I don’t know how it happened but we got started talked about the country. It was pretty obvious early on that we saw the world through different lenses. Very different lenses. We wound up having a really interesting discussion. We found that, in spite of our opposing views on many issues, we shared a lot of common ground. As I reflected on the conversation I came up with 10 strategies for honoring and exploring the opposition. That's the focus of this episode.

Linda Roszak Burton, author of Gratitude Heals, explores being grateful in pessimistic and cynical environments.

Linda Roszak Burton, author of Gratitude Heals and one of the country’s leading experts on the subject guides us through maintaining a grateful heart in the midst of chaos.

Russ Snyder currently serves as CEO of Volunteers of America Chesapeake and the Carolina's. This faith-based health and human services develops and owns affordable housing organization, provides behavioral health, assistance to veterans and the homeless, and other supports to vulnerable populations. But that isn't how Russ' story began. He had a very successful corporate career before his transition to nonprofit leadership. Listen to his next chapter story and be inspired.