Warriors at Work

Warriors at Work

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  • Pay It Forward with Elisa Padilla
    Pay It Forward with Elisa Padilla

    Today’s episode features Elisa Padilla, an award-winning marketer with a diverse background in sports and entertainment. She's worked with high visibility brands like the Miami Marlins, the Brooklyn Nets, and the New York Islanders. She's also worked in various organizations like Apple, the MBA, and Nickelodeon.

    In this episode, we dive deep into Elisa’s journey to becoming an executive in the sports marketing world. When Elisa was furloughed, she channeled her affinity for being in service and helping other people. In the sports marketing world, she saw an opportunity where in a male dominated business, women needed to tell their story. So, she created lunchtime conversations “Kickin’ It With EP” on Instagram where she has now interviewed over 100 people. In her own words, she talks about how she sees herself as someone who's here to pay it forward and help other people kicking it with ease.

    This is an inspiring episode that you don’t want to miss!

    3:33 Jeanie introduces Elisa and shares her impressive background in sports marketing, apple and nickelodeon.

    4:05 Elisa describes herself and shares her expertise in marketing.

    6:27 The story of how Elisa got into sports marketing.

    9:19 Moving the Nets from New Jersey to Brooklyn.

    16:09 Elisa shares her journey to Chief Marketing Officer and reflects on the team that helped her achieve that goal.

    20:16 The childhood experiences that instilled a teamwork mindset.

    22:08 “Kickin’ it with EP”; the pivot after being furloughed.

    25:27 How Elisa has infused men into the conversations on her show.

    28:54 The goals for “Kickin’ it with EP”.

    30:11 The most memorable moments from Elisa’s show.

    31:41 The workplace needs more empathy and less ego.

    33:06 How to leave your ego at the door.

    34:02 Elisa shares the crucial people in her life that keep her accountable.

    35:18 How intuition plays a role in leadership.

    37:23 Elisa’s Warrior Journey.

    39:32 Elisa’s Warrior Magic.

    Connect with Elisa:
    www.instagram.com/kickitbyep/
    www.kickitbyep.com
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisa-padilla/


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    42 min
  • Manifesting Miracles with Carey Albertine and Kimberly Peyton
    Manifesting Miracles with Carey Albertine and Kimberly Peyton

    What if you had a practice that also created greater awareness, solved problems and provided you the ability to manifest miracles? Known to many as “Mama Gena”, Regina Thomashauer, actress turned motivational speaker and author, has created a tool that Jeanie and today’s guests, Carey and Kimberly, have used every single day for the last four years, it's called the Holy Trinity.

    In today’s episode, Jeanie, Carey and Kim share their story of how they believe that you can create your destiny. They share details about the Holy Trinity practice, what they do with it, how they use it and how it is allowed for them to manifest magic and miracles in their lives. This practice is one of Jeanie’s ultimate secret weapons of staying steady and focused.

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    3:35 Carey, Kimberly & Jeanie Jump in with The Holy Trinity: I Brag, I am Grateful, I Desire

    5:10 Jeanie welcomes listeners and explains the practice of The Holy Trinity.

    6:50 Carey shares how she found The Holy Trinity practice and the importance of it in her life.

    8:25 Jeanie shares how using The Holy Trinity practice with others has been of great support for her.

    9:30 Kimberly talks about her point of view from using the practice and how it’s impacted her to practice with Carey and Jeanie.

    11:14 Why it’s 3 Brags, 3 Gratitudes, 3 Desires & examples of each from Carey, Kimberly & Jeanie.

    14:38 Diving deep into Desire as women.

    15:55 How Mama Gina describes Desires.

    17:30 How the Trinity process has helped Carey and Kimberly achieve their life desires.

    21:14 Using the practice with the right mindset.

    23:02 Things to keep in mind while trying the Holy Trinity practice.

    27:38 Jeanie shares a story of how doing The Holy Trinity practice with others has helped her shift her perspective on an opportunity that turned out to be one of the most professionally satisfying experiences she’s ever had.

    31:20 Additional benefits and reflections from Jeanie, Carey & Kimberly.

    34:01 The birth of Warriors at Work through the Trinity practice.

    36:44 Jeanie, Carey and Kimberly share their big desire for 2021.



    Resources Mentioned:
    Mama Gena’s School of Womanly Arts by Regina Thomashower: https://www.amazon.com/Mama-Genas-School-Womanly-Arts/dp/0743439937

    https://mamagenas.com/

    Voxer Voice Text Technology: https://www.voxer.com/



    Connect with Carey Albertine:
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/careyalbertine/

    Connect with Kimberly Peyton:
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-peyton-1611454/


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    40 min
  • Aligning Purpose and Partnership with Ross & Jeanie Coomber with guest interviewer: Naketa Thigpin
    Aligning Purpose and Partnership with Ross & Jeanie Coomber with guest interviewer: Naketa Thigpin

    In today’s episode Jeanie is joined by her husband of 26 years, Ross Coomber. Jeanie refers to Ross as her anchor, confidant and best friend. Ross and Jeanie share how they have grown together in their relationship over the years, from meeting in London in 1994, to Ross leaving the UK to start over in America with Jeanie, to a secret marriage and more. They share their incredible story of supporting each other through life's ups and downs.

    Jeanie and Ross are interviewed by Naketa Thigpen, a licensed clinical social worker and a masterful relationship advisor who works with entrepreneurial couples. Naketa asks some powerful questions and helps extract some powerful stories and advice from Ross and Jeanie.

    This is a great episode you don’t want to miss!


    4:29 Ross and Jeanie share the story of their relationship from dating to secret marriage.

    7:08 The move from the UK, US immagration interviews and how family support made all the difference.

    9:15 The loss and gain of an identity, early marriage struggles and victories.

    12:46 Why Ross and Jeanie decided to grow together and build trust before having kids.

    14:48 Emotional and Physical Intimacy Blocks

    22:43 How improving yourself can make an impact in the happiness of your marriage.

    26:46 Fun question for Ross: “Jeanie has to wear the same outfit for 6 months straight and you have to pick it out, what is she wearing?”

    28:48 How imago therapy reshaped Ross & Jeanie’s relationship.

    35:13 Another Fun Couple Question: “How do you play together?”

    38:48 Words of advice from Ross and Jeanie

    43:40 “We don’t need each other but we want each other.”


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    47 min
  • The Alchemy of Relationships with Mary Rower
    The Alchemy of Relationships with Mary Rower


    In today’s episode, we talk about the alchemy of relationships. A term Mary Rower coined herself. Mary Rower, a registered nurse, EMDR clinician, and licensed clinical social worker provides psychotherapy for adults individually, for couples and also leads training for couples looking to repair their relationship or singles looking to find love.

    Mary offers us a lot of interesting perspectives on things like shadow work, self-regulation, and trust oriented conversations. We dive into breaking down your sense of self in order to change into a stronger, more aware individual, discuss relationship styles and the most common themes Mary is seeing in her work with individuals and couples and how she approaches these conversations.

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    4:32 Jeanie Introduces Mary Rower.

    6:20 The Alchemy of Relationships described.

    7:21 Mary shares why she chose to focus on the alchemy of relationships and her passions for helping couples & individuals.

    9:08 Mary explains the skills she uses and how she helps her clients.

    11:14 What is philosophical inquiry?

    11:52 What imago therapy and family systems are all about.

    14:05 The most common theme Mary is seeing when working with individuals through this tough time.

    15:21 What Mary is noticing when working with couples through the pandemic.

    17:29 Hurts, Fears, Reminders: The steps Mary encourages her clients to take to move forward.

    18:42 Mary explains different Relationship Styles & Stages

    21:44 We’ve all got a shadow side & how to recognise what yours is.

    25:07 Mary shares her thoughts for those who currently fear therapy.

    26:38 The need for self regulation.

    30:10 Mary shares who in her community helps her stay accountable and grow.

    31:19 A brief explanation of the enneagram & how it helps bring about self awareness.

    32:48 Mary’s current struggles in her warrior journey.

    34:10 Resources to become an alchemist.

    36:09 Jeanie shares her gratitude for Mary joining her on this episode.

    Resources Mentioned:

    A Pocket Guide to Interpersonal Neurobiology by Dan Seigle: https://www.amazon.com/Pocket-Guide-Interpersonal-Neurobiology-Integrative/dp/039370713X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Dan+Seigle%3A+Interpersonal+Neurobiology&qid=1624022839&sr=8-1

    Doing Imago Relationship Therapy by Harvel Hendricks: https://www.amazon.com/Doing-Imago-Relationship-Therapy-Space-Between/dp/0393713814/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Harvel+Hendricks&qid=1624022871&sr=8-3

    Getting Past Your Past: Take Control of Your Life with Self-Help Techniques from EMDR Therapy by Francine Shaperio: https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Past-Your-Self-Help-Techniques/dp/1609619951/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=francine+shapiro&qid=1624022936&sr=8-2

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    38 min
  • Understanding Energy and Its Impact on Leadership with Nina Crist
    Understanding Energy and Its Impact on Leadership with Nina Crist

    Have you ever heard the saying “Emotions are energy in motion”? On today’s episode, I chat with Nina Crist as we unpack the energy within the body and discuss how it can be transformed into a positive impact on family members, teammates and clients.

    With her 20+ years of experience in martial arts, Nina takes a different approach to leadership. She taps into the feelings and thoughts throughout each interaction both in the workplace and her personal life to show up as an authentic, impactful and effective leader. The awareness she brings to her team and clients is both inspiring and life changing.

    Nina Crist is the co director of the Jaguar Path School of Yoga and Shamanism. She is a Kripalu Yoga teacher and black-belt martial arts instructor with 20 years of experience. Her deep knowledge of Shaolin kung fu, tai chi, and qigong shine through her teachings. Her dedicated years of practice show up in her yoga as she shares the essence of movement, breathing, and being. Nina offers workshops, trainings, and retreats throughout the world.


    3:04 Introduction to Nina

    4:35 Nina describes herself

    5:55 The parallel between martial arts and executive leadership

    8:23 Transforming the feelings inhibiting your body

    14:42 Navigating frustrations and negativity in and out of the workplace

    17:35 The art of war and warriorship

    22:35 The 4 Leadership Styles & how to apply them

    26:06 Common Themes Nina sees most when working with her leadership clients

    29:07 The relationship between emotions and energy

    32:38 How do I deal with the toxic person in the room?

    37:23 Creating Boundaries & “Moving Your Feet”

    Connect with Nina: https://kripalu.org/about/kripalu/faculty/nina-crist


    Resources Mentioned:
    The Art of War by Sun Tzu: https://www.amazon.com/Art-War-Sun-Tzu/dp/1599869772/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+art+of+war&qid=1621851891&sr=8-1


    The Art of Peace by Morihei Ueshiba: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Peace-Teachings-Founder-Aikido/dp/0877738513/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+art+of+peace&qid=1621852132&sr=8-1


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    43 min
  • Leverage Your Mind and Body With Kimberly Spencer
    Leverage Your Mind and Body With Kimberly Spencer

    Have you ever struggled to overcome limiting beliefs? I’ll bet a lot of individuals in our Warriors at Work community have. That’s why I’ve invited Kimberly Spencer on today’s episode to discuss neuro linguistic programming and how it can be used to break the barriers created by limiting beliefs and how to leverage the mind and body connection. This is a powerful conversation that you won’t want to miss.

    Kimberly Spencer is an award-winning High Performance Coach and trainer, Amazon best-selling author, international motivational speaker, and the founder of CrownYourself.com, helping entrepreneurs achieve holistic success and happiness with their bodies, businesses, and relationships. From her entrepreneurial beginnings at five selling bags of glitter-water to her neighbors, to becoming an award winning screenwriter, certified Pilates instructor, Miss Congeniality, and six-time WEGO Health Activist Award nominee, Kimberly is proof that it's better to make your own mold than to conform to someone else's.

    2:44 Introduction to Kimberly

    4:09 Choosing not to sacrifice while pursuing your dreams

    5:44 How Kimberly met her husband

    6:16 Kimberly shares why she made the change from screenwriting to coaching & the common thread of transforming people’s stories

    9:40 The power of Language through NLP

    11:40 How you view your life based on your perceptions of time

    13:48 Why do people self sabotage? Fear vs Fate

    14:50 Kimberly shares how she uses NLP to help guide her clients beyond their limiting beliefs

    15:37 Kimberly reflects on overcoming her own limiting beliefs

    16:45 How beliefs keep us safe, help us connect, or help us gain acknowledgement

    17:19 Kimberly breaks down a limiting belief using the example of “I am fat”

    20:28 Shaking the frame on your own identifying beliefs

    22:27 Kimberly shares what she’s observed this past year as it relates to innovation

    24:37 The future of entrepreneurship and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people

    27:08 Why entrepreneurship may not be for everyone

    29:44 The zone of Genius

    30:15 Kimberly’s book recommendations and mentors she follows

    32:45 Kimberly’s experience and viewpoint on emotions

    33:20 Seeking to understand before being understood

    35:19 We’re not stepford-preneures

    37:16 How Kimberly is simplifying and systematizing her life

    39:09 What Kimberly is currently working towards and her vision of working with 1 million children

    Connect with Kimberly: https://crownyourself.com/


    Resources Mentioned:
    Rule My Body by Kimberly Spencer: https://crownyourself.securechkout.com/mindful-meals-presale

    The Big Leap By Dr. Gary Hendericks: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level/dp/0061735361/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1622062609&sr=1-1

    The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: https://www.amazon.com/15-Commitments-Conscious-Leadership-Sustainable/dp/B00SM8MMJO/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+15+Commitments+of+Conscious+Leadership&qid=1622062665&s=audible&sr=1-1

    Books by Dr David Hawkins: https://www.amazon.com/Power-vs-Force-Dr-David-R-Hawkins-audiobook/dp/B000KZRMCO/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Books+by+Dr+David+Hawkins&qid=1622062716&s=audible&sr=1-1

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    43 min
  • How to Lead Yourself with Lori Templeton
    How to Lead Yourself with Lori Templeton

    Today we dive in with Lori Templeton to talk about leading yourself. As a proven leader, with over 20 years of U.S. military training and industry experience, Lori brings a strategic mindset and the innate ability to help matrix organizations increase productivity and improve operational, staffing, supply, and logistical management. She thrives in helping companies create advanced processes and tools to enhance efficiency and build workflows that result in workplace improvements.

    In this episode, Lori shares her journey to joining the Military and dives into the mindsets she adapted through her experience. It’s those same mindsets and life outlook she leaned on when she discovered she had stage 3 breast cancer and now teaches others to incorporate into their lives. This is a powerful episode you don’t want to miss!


    3:05 Lynn describes herself as the scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz.

    5:46 Where Lynn's passions came from and how her childhood has impacted her to become who she is now.

    7:35 Lynn shares about her experience working with a veterans home in California, where she
    service World War II veterans. Lynn recaps the story of one of the first female marines and
    what she took away from the conversation.

    9:57 Lynn shares how at 39 years old she decided to turn her childhood dream of becoming
    an officer in the military into her reality. She share the hardships of training and
    the perspective shifts she acquired during that time that still impact her to this day.

    16:54 Lynn's present day mindsets and daily practices.

    19:00 Authority doesn't have to be loud. The lessons that Lynn learned from her father.

    20:28 Why Lynn became a 7th-12th grade teacher for at risk youth.

    22:50 Wise words from Lynn's First Sergeant.

    23:40 In 2016 Lynn was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer. How Lynn has learned to
    maintain optimism, take care of herself and embrace who she is even in the toughest of times.

    30:57 How Lynn hopes to inspire and encourage others.

    31:48 Lynn leaves us with wise words of advice. How to embrace change and growth in life.

    33:34 What is Lynn's Warrior Magic?

    34:44 Lynn shares her gratitude for being part of the podcast.


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    36 min
  • The Journey Toward Mastery with Lynn Schaber
    The Journey Toward Mastery with Lynn Schaber

    What does mastery mean to you? In this episode of Warriors at Work, I dive deep with Lynn Schaber, a MCC certified coach about mastery. Lynn shares that mastery is not a destination or about perfection.

    Lynn Schaber has 17 years’ experience in leadership and executive coaching. Lynn helps clients increase their self-awareness around their own communication style using a communication assessment tool and coaching. With improved communication skills, her clients become more successful leaders.

    Besides individual coaching, Lynn works with teams and small coaching groups often within a Master Mind framework. Her coaching focuses on developing a stronger and more cohesive group and building greater trust and alignment which leads to higher performance.

    Tune into today’s episode of Warriors at work to hear more about Lynn and her journey to mastery and passion for her coaching clients.

    3:48 Introduction to Lynn Schaber

    6:22 How Lynn describes herself as a coach and learner

    7:34 Lynn shares her experience in obtaining her MCC certification

    10:06 Skills of impactful coaches

    11:40 Strengths that Lynn relied on during the MCC certification process

    12:15 The secret to Mastery

    15:25 Lynn shares how she’s grown through her years of coaching and the shifts that have had to take place for her to progress

    17:00 The power of coaching groups

    18:40 Lynn explains coaching as the mastery of skill and heart

    21:36 What Lynn has learned about mastery

    23:37 What Lynn realized as a child through conversations and how she’s carried that into her life today

    24:35 Lynn’s accountability and support system

    26:34 Where Lynn sees the coaching industry going

    28:00 Lynn’s Daily Practices to keep her focused, grounded, and sharp

    31:28 What Lynn is currently focused on and what’s she’s currently struggling with


    Resources Mentioned:
    Postcards from Spirit https://www.amazon.com/Postcards-Spirit-52-Card-Oracle-Deck/dp/1401951538/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=postcards+from+spirit&qid=1620844509&sr=8-1

    Connect with Lynn: https://ciqcoaches.wbecs.com/coach/lynn-schaber/


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    35 min
  • The Mindset of Aikido for Managing Conflict with Kit Tankhiwale
    The Mindset of Aikido for Managing Conflict with Kit Tankhiwale

    How do you manage and de-escalate conflict in the workplace and throughout your life? Have you ever thought of moving in harmony with your attacker? In today’s episode, I talk with Kit Tankhiwale about his expertise in Aikido, a Japanese martial art that is known as the art of peace.

    Kit Tankhiwale is a skilled professional with over 15 years of innovative engineering experience. By striking the right balance between new technologies, best practices, and people development, Kit has delivered cutting edge products throughout his career. Kit's approach to product development focuses on both strong planning and continuous monitoring to identify and mitigate risks early, delighting both customers and key stakeholders alike.
    Finding balance is critical to success, both personally and professionally. Kit's passion is Aikido, a peaceful and effective martial art which focuses on resolving conflicts without the need to cause undue harm.
    Listen in to today’s episode to hear how he implements the skills learned from Aikido into the workplace.


    3:09 Introduction to Kit and a bit about him.

    4:07 How Kit began Aikido

    6:46 Managing Conflict: Blend, Redirect, Release

    12:06 Reframing the way you view conflict

    13:14 The idea of Ego within martial arts

    14:58 How to integrate the principles of Aikido into the workplace

    16:54 Do you want to be right or do you want the right answer?

    19:00 Strategies for those in leadership

    22:42 Helping underperforming employees - The 5 Whys

    24:16 How Kit handles being triggered within conflict

    26:26 Best practices for de-escalation

    29:46 What would your first Aikido class look like?

    32:42 The spiritual elements of Aikido

    33:44 Kit shares a real life example of integrating Aikido during conflict when he was a bodyguard

    36:41 Kit’s daily practices

    38:40 The impact Kit hopes to make in the world

    40:21 Kit’s struggles and current growth goals

    41:59 The perspective of Mastery

    Resources Mentioned:
    The 5 Whys: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTMC_5W.htm

    Connect with Kit:
    http://www.coachingwithkit.com

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    46 min
  • Leadership, Legacy and Mentoring with Jon Schwartz
    Leadership, Legacy and Mentoring with Jon Schwartz

    “Mentorship is really about one thing, removing barriers for success.” - Jon Schwartz

    It’s no surprise that those with mentors at work report that they are happier in their position, are less likely to leave their job and are more likely to say that they are well paid whether it’s true or not. Yet not every workplace is intentional about leading through mentorship. In today’s episode I dive deep into the power of mentoring, benefits of mentoring in the workplace, leadership and legacy with Jon Schwartz.


    Today’s Guest: Jon Schwartz is the host of The Sports Mentoring Project, a podcast that explores the symbiotic relationship between mentors and mentees and features some of the most compelling personalities in sports telling their own stories about those who buoyed their careers and how they’re now doing the same for others.

    Schwartz has more than 25 years of public/media relations and corporate communications experience on many sides of the sports industry – from club and league, to agency and in-house at major sports sponsors.
    Schwartz is an adjunct professor at NYU in the Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport. He is also a member of the Advisory Board for Povich Center for Sports Journalism at the University of Maryland


    “The Sports Mentoring Project Podcast”: https://open.spotify.com/show/0O8zDdXFWl3Hkg3n7C4KY4



    1:17 Introduction to Jon Schwartz

    5:07 The story of why Jon started the mentorship program, his personal experience with a mentor & the power of “paying it back”.

    9:52 Jon recaps his conversation with Laura Wronski from survey monkey about her series of surveys on happiness in the workplace with a unique focus on mentorship.

    10:26 Effects of mentorship in the workplace.

    11:35 How mentorship impacts younger generations & minorities

    12:00 Why money isn’t the issue when it comes to businesses implementing more mentorship in the workplace.

    12:47 Why supervisors are struggling to provide mentorship.

    14:29 Organic Mentoring vs. Assigned Mentoring/NASCAR Culture & Mentoring Program

    17:28 How to reach Millennials through Mentorship

    20:11 Finding Diversity in Mentorship: Jon shares his experience with mentoring as an adjunct professor and connecting students to other professionals to increase the network of his students.

    22:08 You can’t force mentorship. Jon’s experience in stepping back to let his mentees find their own path.

    22:50 Can mentorship be taught?

    24:30 Recap of Jon’s interview with Ocho, a former NFL player & author of “Uncomfortable conversations with a black man”.

    26:39 How to attract diverse talent: The Minority internship program at NASCAR & Success story of Dusan Hamilton

    29:19 Gratitude within Mentorship: Jon’s personal mentorship story & how he began his career in writing for ESPN

    35:15 What would you like your mentors and mentees to say about you?

    37:05 Jon’s goals with The Sports Mentoring Project Podcast

    39:23 Jon’s accountability & support team

    39:45 Jon’s 3 Daily practices for grounding: Laugh, Be in the Moment, Help Somebody

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    44 min

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Join Jeanie Coomber and her band of seasoned warriors as they gain insight, tell stories and share wisdom. Jeanie interviews special guests who've had a powerful impact through their careers and…