Welcome to episode 10! This episode is hosted by Valerie Smith on a speech written and presented on 8/28/2012, within her Toastmasters Club meeting. Today, 11/29/23, Valerie will present this speech, which is much needed, with people not believing in themselves! It's important to know who you are, that you can be anything you want in life. Enjoy!

#positivity

#love

#believe

#belief

Episode 9: Gratefulness is a reflection from your heart.  Take some time to reflect on what events in your life you are thankful for.  What have you done to touch others' lives, as well.

Pause and reflect on gratitude amongst our busy lives, by finding time to slow down, and embracing the present moment.

When you take time for yourself to think on what to be grateful for, make it a part of you (daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly), to reflect on your life, because you matter.

#gratitude

#selfcare

#reflection

#mindfulness

#mindfulliving

In Episode 8, All talent come in all levels in a corporation, however, what does it means to own your career, own your work, own your skills and having autonomy as a professional.  In this new Future of Work landscape all talent must give themselves permission to take ownership of their career and work. Leadership are you empowering your talent to have autonomy over their work and career? 

Feel the pulse of excitement and ask yourself: What daring steps will you take to own your career, turbocharge your development, and conquer your work?

The clock is ticking, and the moment for action is upon us! Let's fuel that flame of autonomy and transform it into a groundbreaking reality!

#autonomy

#ownership

#talent

#humanresources

#hr

#ownit

#action

#change

In Episode 7 of "Valerie's REAL Talk" podcast, Valerie Smith your host, dives into an electrifying conversation about how to supercharge your workplace with impact and rhythm! She's pumped up about aligning your values by creating an environment that fosters employee experience and employee engagement.

Valerie also shines a light on the power of teamwork and celebrating the wins. Get ready for an energetic episode that will help you turbocharge your workplace!

#employeeengagement

#workplace

#shine

#win#impact

In Episode 6 of the podcast, 'The Importance of Upskilling in the New Future of Work Landscape.' Valerie Smith, your host, serves as your guide on a thrilling journey into the world of skill-building and career enhancement. Get ready to be excited, as we explore the exhilarating path of self-improvement and dive headfirst into the adventure of staying ahead in the fast-paced world of work.

With Valerie Smith, discover the secrets to unlocking your potential and seizing new opportunities with enthusiasm. The future of work is full of promise, and this episode is your invitation to energize your career. Fasten your seatbelts and prepare to be inspired, as Valerie Smith takes you on an exciting ride to help you conquer the future with confidence!"

Episode 5 - "Self-Care and Reflection Matters"

The Host, Valerie Smith goes into the crucial topics of self-care and reflection. This enlightening episode explores the importance of taking time for oneself and the benefits of self-reflection.

The episode goes on to explore the link between self-care and self-reflection. The hosts explain how self-reflection is a vital tool in understanding your needs and emotions. 

The hosts provide practical tips and strategies for incorporating self-care and reflection into your daily routine. Valerie encourages listeners to find what works best for them, by simply taking a quiet moment to breathe. 

Throughout the episode, real-life examples and anecdotes are shared to illustrate the power of self-care and reflection. Listeners are reminded that taking care of themselves allows them to be more present and effective in their personal and professional lives.  Self-care is not selfish, it's SELF-FUL!

#selfcare

#love

#present

#change

#reflection

In Episode 4 you will learn how to take your time back, from all distraction, therefore, you can focus on important projects, tasks, creative products or fun time for yourself.  You will learn how to focus, time blocking and being accountable for you to have a flow in your life.

Today, with high attrition rates, and Quiet Quitting, today's leaders are wondering how to retain their talent. 

Employee Engagement is key to keeping employees happy, enjoying the work they do, and a since of belonging.  

Will leadership of organizations worldwide, build out these Employee Engagement Initiatives for a more productive and positive workplace?

In episode #3 you will hear the employee point of view of why Employee Engagement is important, and the Leaders call to action.

Have you ever said, I'm going to start something and never did?  If the answer is yes, many people do! You will learn about my years of procrastination to show up for myself, and create action, that will impact others, like this podcast Many say, where is the intro music, I'm not concern.  That could be the reason people don't start, because they wonder what people will think.  Don't worry about what people think!  Just get started! You do not have tomorrow, you only have today!