The Rutledge Perspective Podcast

Knowledge. Is. Power. Learning about something does NOT automatically make you that thing. Knowledge is the basis upon which ideas are born and perspectives gained and opinions born. Talking about the hard things doesn't give the hard things more power. In fact it's the opposite. Talking about history – TRUE HISTORY in all its beauty AND ugliness gives is the power to NOT repeat it. Talking about 'isms' makes you neither an 'ist' nor a victim. Your mindset and behavior do that.

Episode Summary

Some times you have to break it all the way down in order to build it back up! My guest reached a point where she realized the people most important to here were not getting the best of her. And that was unacceptable. But breaking the deep habits of the cycle are not easy. However, taking her own advice and seeking expert support, she started moving in and with purpose – including reframing the "go big or go home" paradigm. Because you are Not Too F***ing Old!™!

About the Guest:

Jen Marples is a champion of the midlife woman and a cheerleader for ALL women. She's an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, podcaster, and life and business coach for women. She puts women first and lets them know they are Not Too F***ing Old!™ to have the life and business they desire. Jen hosts The Jen Marples Show podcast, which was recently featured in Marin Magazine. The show is dedicated to helping and inspiring midlife female entrepreneurs to achieve the business and life they desire. Jen is an accomplished 25+ years marketing executive who ran her successful, SF-based firm, Koa Communications, for 12 years. She's been helping women for decades achieve life and career success and currently offers 1x1 private coaching, workshops, and events and is a frequent speaker around the Bay Area. She also sits on the board of the Sparkle Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to serving struggling, single working moms.

Personal Links: www.jenmarples.com

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About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most.After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

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Episode Summary

What does it really mean to be in community? It means serving in a way that can harness collective energy to make a bigger impact. Community is about connection. Communities tend to exist to support and uplift their members and create safe spaces. Communities are where you bring your individual genius unapologetically. Communities are power!

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her HR clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. It quickly became apparent that the switch had been a good choice — she flourished professionally and became happier, satisfied with the difference she could make through her work.

After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for HR and helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She's achieved technical mastery of HR, with a deep knowledge of the rules and regulations that must be followed.

She's also a people person, perceptive and outgoing, with a sixth sense for helping others to see the difference between what they want and what they need. The culmination of this is in her personal philosophy: "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

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Episode Summary

Own your voice. Be still in the silence and listen. Turn regret into action. If they don't introduce you well, re-introduce yourself! And, be sure to tell yourself the truth! And these are just a few of the nuggets Dr. Allana Da Graca shared in this episode. It's all about taking the reins and understanding that what you have done before has actually prepared you for what is next if you are willing to see the possibilities!

About the Guest:

Dr. Allana Da Graca, the persistence guru, helps women and entrepreneurs tell their digital stories.

Obsessed with building authentic engagement, Dr. Allana helps people share their genius without apology. This has a major influence on their perception and ability to reach new milestones. She helps remove tech overwhelm and makes complicated processes become tangible steps that make goal attainment possible. Having helped more than 20 thousand individuals through her 23-year tenure as a Professor and Communication expert, she has been featured in FOX News, NBC, BNN, WERS, WMUA, Dorchester Reporter, Boston Globe, The TEDx stage, WBOC, Shoutout Atlanta, Atlanta Voyage, EPOCH Times, and the UMASS Daily Collegian. She has been awarded the Robert C. Ford Fellowship, Martin Luther King Civic Leader Award, Laureate International Appreciation and many more.

For 24 years she has inspired students, leaders, fortune 500 executives, and entrepreneurs to rise above average! Her goal is to help leaders and entrepreneurs pivot online in the midst of a pandemic. She has helped her clients leverage their earning power and leave self-limiting beliefs. She has trained with notable thought leaders in the professional and business communication industries. Her dynamic persona and ability to bring out the best in others, make her highly sought out!

She is the author of 4 books – among them is Tomorrow Can't Wait – An Inspirational Book offering Persistence for a Lifetime

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her HR clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. It quickly became apparent that the switch had been a good choice — she flourished professionally and became happier, satisfied with the difference she could make through her work.

After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for HR and helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She's achieved technical mastery of HR, with a deep knowledge of the rules and regulations that must be followed.

She's also a people person, perceptive and outgoing, with a sixth sense for helping others to see the difference between what they want and what they need. The culmination of this is in her personal philosophy: "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

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Sometimes, you see the possible outcomes and decide to take action to impact them. That's what my guest did. Graduating during the recession, she started her business as a senior at Spellman College and has never looked back. And here's the kicker – she took action in line with her passion to create the life she wants. Following your passion sounds great, but what are you doing to be good at it so you can turn it into your life's work? Listen in and get the answer!

About the Guest:

Embracing the ethos that entrepreneurs can be community leaders, this change-agent Danielle P. Jeter is a role model for today's generation and new wave of women. "Creative, visionary, and inspiring" are just a few words used to describe Danielle P. Jeter. Jeter's a graduate of Spelman College. This dynamic change-agent is an award-winning travelpreneur, garnering 12 years as a CEO and a trusted advisor to politicians, institutions, CEOS, and youth. DPJeter's proven strategies have garnered her opportunities to share the stage with many greats like Master P, Kindred The Family Soul, Wale, Wise Intelligent, James Lindsay of Rap Snacks, Bonin Bough, Governor Tom Wolf, Senator Bob Casey, Yandy Smith Harris, Sonia Sanchez, Angela Yee, DJ Aktive, Ronne Brown, DJ Spinderella, and David Shands Sleepis4Suckers. She has been quoted in over 20 national publications for her abilities to advocate, inspire, lead, and build community. Passionate about the global impact and economic empowerment, Jeter is devoted to the next generation of leaders, empowerment, and multimedia storytelling. Jeter is the Founder & CEO of AOI Events & PR. AOI Events & PR is an award-winning leader in the communications industry, who stands to make a measurable difference in the communities they serve. AOI proudly services the world's most impactful brands with creative and intrepid strategies to establish them as household names. This is accomplished through media placements, branding, marketing, and business growth strategy. AOI Represents Black CEOs and Women CEOs who are Thought Leaders In FinTech, Women's Empowerment, Wellness, Lifestyle, Politics and Cryptocurrency / NFT / Blockchain Technology. Currently, you can find DPJeter behind her laptop or on the phone near any beautiful bodies of water focused on scaling her PR Agency, AOI Events & PR and building out her coaching program called Notable Brands University. Danielle is passionate about helping as many brands as possible grow their credibility and authority in their chosen niche which will ultimately give them the opportunity to inspire people with their impactful story and build wealth at the same time. Instagram at DPJeter www.MeetUp2MillionsMastermind.com www.DaniellePJeter.com

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her HR clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. It quickly became apparent that the switch had been a good choice — she flourished professionally and became happier, satisfied with the difference she could make through her work.

After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for HR and helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She's achieved technical mastery of HR, with a deep knowledge of the rules and regulations that must be followed.

She's also a people person, perceptive and outgoing, with a sixth sense for helping others to see the difference between what they want and what they need. The culmination of this is in her personal philosophy: "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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When we are not clear on the REAL goal, we are willing to jump at any shiny new opportunity. We take in information without appropriate discernment. What is your REAL goal and do your actions move you towards or away from it. And, by the way, the REAL goal could be a "mini goal" on the way to the ultimate prize. But you gotta take the time to figure out which it is.

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her HR clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. It quickly became apparent that the switch had been a good choice — she flourished professionally and became happier, satisfied with the difference she could make through her work.

After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for HR and helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She's achieved technical mastery of HR, with a deep knowledge of the rules and regulations that must be followed.

She's also a people person, perceptive and outgoing, with a sixth sense for helping others to see the difference between what they want and what they need. The culmination of this is in her personal philosophy: "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Leave us a review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on the platforms, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review.

This episode from June 2021 captures thoughts and feelings we are still having. And the every present need to be willing to change our perspective! Change is difficult. It's difficult because we get comfortable with the familiar. That doesn't mean the familiar is good, the familiar is just familiar. We know what to expect so we know how to respond. But to get to the exceptional, we have to be willing to let go of the familiar and get comfortable with the anxiety of the unknown.

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her HR clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. It quickly became apparent that the switch had been a good choice — she flourished professionally and became happier, satisfied with the difference she could make through her work.

After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for HR and helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She's achieved technical mastery of HR, with a deep knowledge of the rules and regulations that must be followed.

She's also a people person, perceptive and outgoing, with a sixth sense for helping others to see the difference between what they want and what they need. The culmination of this is in her personal philosophy: "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Leave us a review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on the platforms, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review.

Does service always have to "feel good?" and are obligations always bad. Well, there are no absolutes, so on the surface: no. However, how we perceive obligation directly impact when and how we serve and the impact we can make. We keep showing up when we don't really feel like it, but if we keep in mind WHY we are showing up, we can perhaps keep the resentment of obligation at bay. What do you think? Are obligation and service mutually exclusive?

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her HR clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. It quickly became apparent that the switch had been a good choice — she flourished professionally and became happier, satisfied with the difference she could make through her work.

After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients and with their teams, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. While introverted, her belief in the power of truth, self-awareness and having perspective, enables her to be perceptive and professionally outgoing with a sixth sense for helping others to see the difference between what they want and what they need. The culmination of this is in her personal philosophy: "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

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Know yourself so you can show up confident and clear. Understand that it is NOT unkind to be clear. Know that it is not the decision, it's the solution that is the ultimate goal. Keeping these three things in mind is key to leadership success. Be consistent, be clear and provide solutions. Easy Peasy!

You can count you YOU. And don't let anyone tell you that you can't. Our environments, especially our corporate environments, can often lead us to thinking we are incapable or unintelligent. Worst, case, that we are crazy or unable to discern what is really happening. Corporate gaslighting is a real thing. Well, I'm here to tell you that you are NOT crazy and YOU are your best bet!