In this episode of "The Rebuild" podcast, hosts Carmen and Beth interview Ben Sporer, a human performance expert, about optimizing performance and rebuild periods using lessons from the world of sports. Ben is a leader in human performance with a background in Olympic and professional sports. He is the founder of Resync Consulting and an adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia.

Key discussion points:

•The genesis of the discussion: The conversation is inspired by the idea of sports teams undergoing rebuild periods, which sparked the concept for the podcast.

•Output versus Outcome: Ben clarifies that while winning is important, it is an outcome that is not always within one's control3. He emphasizes the significance of focusing on output, which includes preparation and performance, as it is something one can control. Success is more than winning.

•Managing messaging: The discussion touches on how the message of focusing on output is received differently by athletes at the peak of their performance versus those in a slump.

•Performance objective: Ben introduces the concept of viewing life through a performance lens, where individuals must identify their performance objectives, the required output to achieve them, and whether they can realistically deliver that output.

•Honesty and objective setting: Ben stresses the importance of being honest about one's performance objectives and recognizing when those objectives change, using his own career and family life as examples.

•Measuring success: The episode explores how people measure whether they are doing enough and the tendency to silo those measurements. Ben uses the analogy of a pitcher of water and multiple glasses to illustrate how individuals choose where to allocate their capacity and energy.

Prioritization and focus: Ben advises being intentional about which "glasses" or areas to focus on. He introduces the concept of net performance impact, which involves assessing the positive and negative impacts of different actions on overall performance.

• Support System: The necessity of a solid support system is emphasized to effectively manage training and performance demands.

•Integrated output: Ben describes the core four of performance as the physical, mental, technical, and tactical.

•Keeping your eyes on your own lane: It is important to know what the competition is doing, but it is more important to be clear on your own objectives.

•Working with Executives: Ben discusses how he applies these principles to coaching executives, often starting with a physical goal and then expanding to address broader aspects of their lives and careers.

•Continuous learning: Ben notes that high performers have a growth mindset, but they need to understand whether they are successful because of their choices or in spite of them.

•Final advice: Be honest about the performance objective.

In this episode of "The Rebuild" podcast, hosts Carmen and Beth interview Eileen Park Robertson, the founder of Anecdotia, a production agency focused on climate, racial, and social justice storytelling. The conversation covers Eileen's journey from journalism to filmmaking and her work in climate activism and policy. She shares insights on resilience, advocacy, and the importance of community, especially for marginalized groups.

Key points from the discussion:

•Eileen's Background: Eileen discusses her early aspirations to be a journalist and her experiences working at ABC News. She describes how the changing landscape of journalism, particularly during the Trump presidency, led her to start her own production company focused on social justice issues.

•Transition to Government: Eileen recounts her unexpected entry into government as the communications director for the mayor of Portland. This role exposed her to the inner workings of city planning and the interconnectedness of climate policy with various aspects of community well-being.

•Climate Activism and Intersectionality: Eileen emphasizes her passion for climate activism and the importance of addressing its intersectionality with race and social justice. She highlights the disproportionate impact of climate change on marginalized communities and her role as a "bridge builder" in policymaking.

•Challenges and Resilience: Eileen opens up about the challenges she faced, including experiencing anger, humiliation, and shame while working in Portland. She emphasizes the importance of therapy, healing, and building resilience to cope with such experiences.

•Experiences with Racism: Eileen shares her experiences with increased anti-Asian hate during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the backlash she received after her wedding was featured in Vogue. This led her to become a vocal advocate for racial justice and to amplify the voices of other Asian women.

•Finding Joy and Ease: Eileen discusses the strategies she uses to preserve her joy and set boundaries, including letting go of toxic relationships and practicing mindfulness to stay present.

•Future Projects: Eileen shares her plans to focus on storytelling through the voices of women, particularly matriarchs, and to amplify female-led stories through her production agency.

•Importance of Storytelling: The episode emphasizes the power of storytelling to connect people, inspire action, and drive social change, particularly in the context of climate, racial, and social justice.

In this episode of "The Rebuild" podcast, Carmen and Beth discuss navigating challenging times and the importance of finding joy and community. They recognize the emotional weight of current events, including political issues and climate change, and emphasize the need to support one another.

In this episode, they talk about:

• Acknowledging difficult times: The hosts address the heaviness and challenges many people are feeling due to current events.

• Joy as resistance: They highlight the idea that "joy is resistance" and emphasize the importance of finding moments of joy and self-care amidst challenges. They bring up Taylor Swift's tour as an example of finding joy and building community.

• Community and support: The hosts underscore the importance of building community and supporting one another during difficult times. They share stories of listeners who have been positively impacted by the podcast.

• Personal experiences: Carmen recounts her experience of attending Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, highlighting the joy and connection it brought.

• Feminina's growth: Beth discusses the growth and success of Feminina, emphasizing the need for community and connection within the mining industry. She also shares her personal struggles with self-doubt and imposter syndrome.

• Looking ahead: Both hosts express excitement for the future of the podcast and their respective work.

Throughout the episode, Carmen and Beth emphasize the importance of resilience, community, and finding joy as a form of resistance in the face of adversity

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Welcome to The Rebuild with Carmen Turner and Beth Borody. This week we chat with Camila Gomez Wills as she shares her current rebuild story and how she is navigating this time of transition. Camila is a human rights and responsible sourcing expert living in California.

Join Carmen as she speaks with long time friend and Founder of Hernest Project - Cass Osborn. Throughout their conversation Carmen and Cass dive into the starting of Hernest Project, challenges and rebuilds that Cass has faced while building a sustainable and ethical clothing line.

For more information about Hernest Project and to get your own sustainable loungewear check out www.thehernestproject.com

Join Beth and Carmen as they chat with Lucy Donald - Founder of DPA and mining leader. Lucy shares her journey of building a multi-national recruitment platform in London UK to going out on her own with DPA. Lucy is first and foremost a mom to her two children and shares how some pivotal rebuild moments helped shape her into the person she is today.

Peggy Bell is the Founder, CEO, and creative visionary behind Peggy Bell Design. She partners with women who are redefining their careers by building their organizations and focusing on impact beyond shareholder profits. As a Fractional Growth Officer, Peggy brings over 20 years of experience in marketing, business development, sales, and communications. She specializes in crafting business strategies that align personal and organizational branding, foster industry authority, and make women industry legends.

Join Beth and Carmen as they speak with mining industry expert Allison Coppel about her journey through her own rebuild over the last year. Allison is an ESG and Social Management expert with experience across many of the worlds major mining companies. Allison shares her passion for creating change in mining while leaning into her own values and what that has meant for her own rebuild over the last few years.

Join Beth and Carmen as they speak about setting boundaries, tackling busy culture, and speaking to how to leverage your values while driving your career. Beth and Carmen explore how to identify individual values and how to put check points in place to ensure you stay aligned with your values.

Beth and Carmen chat about the need for radical accountability in creating the outcomes you want during a rebuild. Through free flowing conversation Beth and Carmen tackle the hard questions around responsibility and accountability.