On this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Kellie Blackwell, Michigan Assistive Technology Program Co-Director at the Michigan Disability Rights Coalition (MDRC).  Tedi and Kellie talk about what Assistive Technology (AT) is and how it can greatly benefit those using AT and the organizations who understand its importance.  Kellie shares with us what we need to know when adding AT to our organizations and how MDRC can assist businesses to better understand the need for AT and what the ADA requires.   You can connect with Kellie at:

Kellie Blackwell, MA, CRC
Michigan Assistive Technology Program Co-Director
Michigan Disability Rights Coalition (MDRC)

Website:  https://mymdrc.org/
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/mymdrc
Twitter:   https://twitter.com/mymdrc
Email:  [email protected]
Phone: 1-800-578-0280, Ext. #352

MDRC Assistive Technology Program
United Cerebral Palsy of Michigan
Disability Rights Michigan
Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

 

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On this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Tiffany DeMyers, Founder & Principal of OWE Consulting LLC, located in Lansing, MI.  Tedi and Tiffany have a great discussion on the importance of having a strong culture of inclusion in the workplace and how we can make this happen.  Tiffany shares with us some of the 'red flags' and pitfalls to avoid when creating a DEI program/strategy and why working with an outside professional consultant can be beneficial to the overall success of your DE&I plan/strategy.    You can connect with Tiffany at:

Tiffany DeMyers, Founder & Principal, OWE Consulting LLC
People Operations & Project Management Executive
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanydemyers
Twitter:  https://twitter.com/worldchangertif
Email:  [email protected]
Phone: (616) 730-3077




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On this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Jerry Norris, Primus Inter Paris at The Fledge, located in Lansing, MI.   Tedi and Jerry discuss what it means to be hungry (food insecure), and what a 'food desert' is .  Jerry shares with us ways we can address food insecurities and the impact being hungry is having on our youth.  Jerry also provides us with an update on the continued great work of The Fledge and The People's Council and what they are doing here in the Lansing region.   You can learn more about Jerry at:
 
 Email:  [email protected]
Phone:  (517) 230-7679
The Fledge (Website)
The Fledge Facebook Page
The People's Council of Lansing (Facebook Page)
Capital Area United Way (ALICE)
MoveforHunger.org (Website)
What is a Food Desert? (Article)
Loaves & Fishes Ministries (Website)
Advent House Ministries (Website)
Umjoa House (Website)

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On our final episode of 2023 on Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back Chaka Holley, Founder & CEO & Psychotherapist of A New Day Master Works Consulting, located in Chicago, IL.   Tedi and Chaka talk about the anxiety and trauma that can be present during the holidays.  Chaka shares with us ways we can handle the stress of having to deal with family, coworkers and friends.  Tedi and Chaka talk about creating new traditions when the old ones may cause you to have to confront past trauma.  Chaka provides us with some great tips and resources on how we can be kinder to ourselves and others this holiday season.  You can connect with Chaka at:

Website:  http://www.anewdaymwc.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064070143807
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaka-holley-8426a94
Phone:  (773) 395-1308
Email:  [email protected]

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On this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Author Rod Sadler, located in Lansing, MI.  Tedi and Rod talk all things true crime.  Rod shares with us about his long history in law enforcement and how/why he became an author of stories that focus on Michigan crimes.  Tedi and Rod have a fascinating discussion on why we are so obsessed with serial killers and Rod shares with us information about the books he has written and had published.  If you are a true crime buff, this is one discussion you will not want to miss.   You can connect with Rod at:

Website:  https://www.rodsadler.com/
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008819525879
Twitter:  https://twitter.com/RMSauthor
YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtpYnd8ZyOAgXgqlXKCYfoQ
Email:  [email protected]

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On this episode of Career Chat, Amy welcomes two special guests: Dawn Carbines of Pivot Strategic Services and  Martha Boks of Movement by Martha, both located in Grand Rapids, MI.  Amy, Dawn and Martha chat about “What is Career Coaching”, “What are the benefits of Career Coaching” and “How can Career Coaching change the trajectory of someone’s career?”.   Dawn and Martha are both clients of Amy’s at E³ Coaching Studio, who share their personal coaching journeys.  If you have ever thought of Career Coaching, this is one conversation you do not want to miss.  You can connect with Amy, Dawn and Martha at:

Amy Pierce-Danders, E3 Coaching Studio
Website:  https://www.e3coachingstudio.com/
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amypierce
Email:   [email protected]
Phone:  (616) 552-9702

Dawn Carbines, Pivot Strategic Services, Business Mentor & Problem Solver
Email: [email protected]
Phone:  (616) 821-5246

Martha Boks, Movement by Martha, Certified Personal Trainer
Email:  [email protected]



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On this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes  Amy Bragagnini an Oncology Dietitian at Trinity Health Lacks Cancer Center, located in Grand Rapids, MI.  Tedi and Amy talk all things weight-loss and that dreaded 'D' word "Diet".  Amy shares with us some great tips and resources on how we can maintain our weight and how to avoid those 'quick-fix' or fad diet scams.   We also discuss how we can create a healthy relationship with food, is sugar really the enemy, good fat vs bad fat and much, much more.   You can connect with Amy at:

Website: https://www.mercyhealth.com/location/trinity-health-richard-j-lacks-cancer-center
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrinityHealthMI
Twitter:  https://twitter.com/TrinityHealthMI
Email:  [email protected]
Phone:  (616) 685-5237

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On this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back Chaka Holley, Founder & CEO & Psychotherapist of A New Day Master Works Consulting, located in Chicago, IL.   Tedi and Chaka talk about Love Languages, what these are and how you can discover your own.   Chaka shares with us the Five (5) original Love Languages and what each one of these mean.  Tedi and Chaka share what their Love Languages are.  And, Chaka gets Tedi onboard with the whole concept of Love Languages and why they can be important to our current and future relationships.  You can connect with Chaka at:

Website:  http://www.anewdaymwc.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064070143807
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaka-holley-8426a94
Phone:  (773) 395-1308
Email:  [email protected]

Dr. Gary Chapman (5 Love Languages) (Website)
The 5 Love Languages for Singles (Resource)
https://5lovelanguages.com/ (Website/Resource)

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On this special Thanksgiving episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi is flying solo.  He shares what gratitude is and why we should be thankful (not just during the Thanksgiving holiday), but each and every day.  Tedi also shares with us what others are thankful for.  From our family to yours: "Wishing you a safe, healthy and very Happy Thanksgiving".  You can connect with Tedi at:

Website:  https://teditalks.com/
Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/realtalktedi
Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/realtalkwithtedi/
Twitter:   https://twitter.com/TediTweets

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On this episode of RTWT Career Chat, Tedi welcomes co-hosts Carrie Rosingana, Capital Area Michigan Works!, Cindy Whittum, State of Michigan, Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO), and Amy Pierce-Danders, E3 Coaching Studio, to have a frank and open discussion about the 'F' word, those morning mirror chats and the best career advice ever received.  Today's discussion is just the crew talking about their own career journeys and much more.  You can connect with Carrie, Cindy & Amy at:

Carrie Rosingana, Capital Area Michigan Works!
Website:  https://www.camw.org/
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-rosingana-8581767/
Email:   [email protected]

Cindy Whittum, State of Michigan, Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO)
Website:  https://www.michigan.gov/leo
LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/cwhittum
Email:   [email protected]

Amy Pierce-Danders, E3 Coaching Studio
Website:  https://www.e3coachingstudio.com/
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amypierce
Email:   [email protected]

Radical Candor (Book)
Failure Lab-Grand Rapids (Website)

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