Warriors at Work

This week I welcome returning guest, Maryanne Spatola who gives us an inside look into her new book, The Office is Dead, Now What?. What did we learn as a result of our actions during Covid, and the evolution of our workplace, and how can we make things better in the future?
Maryanne interviewed a powerful group of global leaders about their best and brightest ideas on how to be a future ready leader. This conversation applies to anyone who is strategist, a visionary or maybe you are just looking for some expert advice on how to navigate an unpredictable workplace environment. This conversation will feel like a personal business advisory forum where you get to hear the challenges no one talks about and the strategies that are changing the landscape of business. These are ideas that can fuel the change you need for your teams and your organization!

Maryanne Spatola, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, PCC is founder of C3 Talent Strategies. She is an award-winning human resources executive with extensive experience in the human capital arena, including talent management, executive coaching, strategy, leadership and organizational development. Today, she is at the forefront of rapidly evolving workplace trends and founded Leadership Incubator as a way to help leaders and organizations more quickly apply timely and innovative solutions for sustainable results in the new world of work. Her ability to combine academic theory with practical experience enables her to help organizations create innovative solutions with sustainable results.

(3:20) Why did Maryanne choose to write her new book, The Office is Dead, Now What?

(6:11) How can businesses succeed by aligning their strategy with employees and talent?

(9:40). How does she work with companies and individuals to get them on board with this approach?

(11:05) Why are businesses geared towards returning to “pre-covid” operations?

(15:23) What are some of the biggest fears that leaders are experiencing?

(16:25) A discussion about the “field guide” approach in her book, offering questions for different executives who can learn practical tools for better outcomes.

(18:42) Best practices for Future Ready Leaders, and how do they align with each other.

(22:00) Which practices are some of the most difficult for people to embrace and take action on?

(26:00) What is the 1% better/truth rule?

(31:48) What does the future of the workplace look like 3 years from now?

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryannespatola
https://c3talentstrategies.com/

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This week we gain insight into valuable tools that Dr. Annie White shares with us from her best-selling book, The Calm Code. By learning to listen to our negative emotions and redirecting our energies we find accessible ways to manage the stress and anxiety in our lives. She shows us how to ground ourselves in positive emotions to help train our brain the best way to deal with these situations. This is a conversation that can give you tools to put into action in your everyday life, starting now.

Dr. Annie White is the author of The Calm Code: Transform Your Mind, Change Your Life. After thousands of patient visits and a decade of studying the science of the brain, she developed a revolutionary method to dramatically lower stress and anxiety. Audiences are loving her brand-new tools for stress and anxiety. Annie has a Doctorate in Traditional Chinese Medicine. As seen on NBC, CBS, FOX, CW, FORBES HEALTH and many nationally syndicated radio shows and podcasts.

(2:40) We learn how Dr. White developed the tools in her book, The Calm Code

(4:50) We delve into some of the techniques discussed in her book

(7:24) How does Dr. White define our innate “flight or fight response”

(10:10) How does Dr. White assist people she works with, what is her approach?

(11:20) Delving into “The Happy Method”, actionable tools from Dr. White’s book

• Happy Sparks
• - Appreciably Tools
• - Imagine it, Be it Technique

(18:38) Why do people push back on the concept of visualization and manifestation?

(21:03) Dr. White explains her concept of e-magica.
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(25:00) How has writing this book impacted Dr. White’s life?

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https://www.doctoranniewhite.com/

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This week we are bringing back our most popular podcast! My mentor, Amy Gonzales sharing her incredible wisdom about one of the most important skills in business, Presence. What does competence and connection have to do with leadership? What about influence? In this conversation we reveal what it means to be a powerful communicator with our special guest, Amy Gonzales of AG Leadership. Amy has helped thousands of leaders around the world enhance their communication effectiveness and gravitas. In this podcast, we discuss the subject of Presence in a fun and practical way. As a listener, you will feel like you have a “front row seat” into a private workshop so grab your pen and paper!

Amy Gonzales oversees the development and management of WOMEN Unlimited’s programs globally. In addition to her work with WOMEN Unlimited, Gonzales runs a consulting practice, AG Leadership, which focuses on leadership effectiveness and communication. Possessing the ability to build rapport and powerful dialogue with both new managers and senior executives, Gonzales’ coaching style is direct, perceptive and always practical.

(1:30) How did Amy get started in this work and why is it meaningful?

(6:56) Your authentic self and how can we define that “IT” factor, what is presence?

(9:00) Do our primal instincts, how we can size people up around us, differ between men and women?

(13:17) How can we help to identify strong anchor behaviors and those that just create “noise” around you.

(20:10) The skills and personalities of having presence. What are the differences between charisma and presence?

(25:41) What public figures has “the goods”? Who would Amy love to work with & coach?

(31:30) What behaviors do they have to manage, practice and get better with?

(40:50) Learning more about Amy’s personal story: What brings Amy joy? What scares her? Her soft spot for rule breakers. Daily practices that keep her grounded.

Connect with Amy Gonzales
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-gonzales-73987a1/

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This week we are joined by Ted Talk Trainer, Key Note Speaker and #1 Best Selling Author Dr. Reesa Woolf. Being an enigmatic speaker herself, throughout her career, she found that she can help others tap into their own talents to become great speakers too. She offers real world tools to help us overcome fears and feel comfortable in speaking situations that might scare us. Confidence is key! Acting confident is a big part of bringing forth your best self, and together we offer you our best advice on how to be masterful in the moments that matter the most!

Dr. Reesa has simplified Excellent Public Speaking. She distilled her wisdom into a focused guide to get real results. Now, she expands her tried-and-true strategy for consistently speaking with clarity and confidence and shows you how to write every talk easily so the audience follows one point to the next.

As a mental health specialist, a personal development coach, and an all-around change agent, Dr. Reesa understands our struggles intimately, because she’s faced—and overcome—her own.

(3:30) Why did Dr. Woolf choose this work, centered around public speaking and overcoming related fears?

(5:50) Why do so many people shy away from sharing that they are not comfortable with public speaking?

(6:40) “Everyone is nervous in the first 5 minutes” – what does this mean and how can you use this knowledge to help overcome your fears?

(9:50) A discussion about her best-selling book, Mr. Bear Speaks Without Fear, and the ideas of:

(11:06) “looking confident when you don’t feel it”

(12:08) “stop tormenting thoughts”; utilize the practice of mind-mapping

(25:05) “recover from speaking mistakes”

(29:30) A discussion about the importance of preparing ahead of time before speaking and how to handle the unexpected.

(40:45) Dr. Woolf shares her approach working with people, helping them move from fear to fearless.

(42:42) What are some of the best practices for creating and preparing for a TED Talk?

(45:40) Dr. Woolf discusses challenges that she observes and how they can be remedied. Jeanie and Dr. Woolf share their own experiences with challenges.

(54:05) Who are some of the thought leaders that Dr. Woolf follows and why?

Connect with Dr. Reesa Woolf
https://www.linkedin.com/in/reesawoolfphd/

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I am thrilled to bring you part three of my conversation with Elisa Padilla. This week we discuss the idea of “community”; not just physical people in our lives, but also the support that we share with those people. We start off by identifying anchors or themes that can give energy to our conversations and interactions within your community. We also tap into the skills needed to feel comfortable in revealing and being our authentic selves to help build, feed and enrich those communities.

Elisa Padilla has a broad background in digital, brand, creative, and strategic marketing, new product development, media planning and buying, customer retention and affinity, budget management, multicultural marketing, and merchandise. Founder and creator of LIVE Lunchtime Conversation, an IG Series to tell stories rooted in inspiration, education and paying it forward. @kickitbyep || wwww.kickitbyep.com

Award-winning marketer (awards include Brooklyn Top Women in Business, WISE Women of Inspiration, Best Overall Integrated Marketing Campaign, “Hello Brooklyn”)

(4:00) What did they see as their anchor/focus word or theme for the week?

(7:00) How can we embody “community” in our lives and what does it mean?

(11:58) A discussion about their own professional & personal circles, becoming unguarded and blending them together.

(19:30) What do they find in their lives, seeking or offering advice more?

(23:10) What advice have they received that made a big impact in their lives?

(31:00) Best practices for teaching community building?

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A unique and open conversation with two insightful Warriors, Jeanie Coomber and Elisa Padilla, about some of the big questions that we face in our lives. This week they discuss how to embrace success by defining it internally versus through external circumstances. An exploration into how showing up and making sure your voice is heard is the first step in achieving that success. They share moments in their lives that helped to shift their mindset in new directions, putting them on new paths, while continuing to be present in the moment and enjoying the journey.

Elisa Padilla has a broad background in digital, brand, creative, and strategic marketing, new product development, media planning and buying, customer retention and affinity, budget management, multicultural marketing, and merchandise. Founder and creator of LIVE Lunchtime Conversation, an IG Series to tell stories rooted in inspiration, education and paying it forward. @kickitbyep || wwww.kickitbyep.com

Award-winning marketer (awards include Brooklyn Top Women in Business, WISE Women of Inspiration, Best Overall Integrated Marketing Campaign, “Hello Brooklyn”)

(4:40) What does success mean to Jeanie and Elisa?

(9:45) What barriers exist for women in their professions and lives?

(11:40) How can we help each other move through moments of doubt & loss in confidence?

(16:20) How we can battle with our inner critic, learn from them, and not let them lead the way?

(21:40) The moment in their lives where they found strength to try something new, shifting their mindset in a different direction?

(24:30) How can we talk about success with other people?

(27:35) Discussion about the importance of slowing down and being present in the moment.

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Part 1 of a 3 part series with a returning guest to Warriors At Work, Elisa Padilla.

Who am I? A unique and open hearted conversation with one of my favorite people in my Warrior circle, Elisa Padilla. As I was imagining 2023 and beyond, I started reflecting on things, people and experiences that have influenced my thinking, feelings and my choices. I wondered what it would be like to explore those reflections with someone whom I admire. Together Elisa and I have some deep conversation and connect on our stories of personal and professional identities, how upbringing plays a part in what we become, and how loss can ignite transformation. We Warriors, are all in this world together,doing our best everyday so let’s join forces and expand our relationship to service, community and evolution!

Elisa Padilla has a broad background in digital, brand, creative, and strategic marketing, new product development, media planning and buying, customer retention and affinity, budget management, multicultural marketing, and merchandise. Founder and creator of LIVE Lunchtime Conversation, an IG Series to tell stories rooted in inspiration, education and paying it forward. @kickitbyep || wwww.kickitbyep.com

Award-winning marketer (awards include Brooklyn Top Women in Business, WISE Women of Inspiration, Best Overall Integrated Marketing Campaign, “Hello Brooklyn”)

(4:30) Starting off the discussion by exploring who Jeanie and Elisa are, in their personal and professional lives How labels and titles should not define who we are.

09:30) The inspirational messages that Elisa shares on LinkedIn for others. Sharing with others what she is learning along her own path.

(11:20) How the pandemic has shown us to reflect more on ourselves and sharing those experiences with others.

(14:04) We learn about Elisa’s upbringing and how much of that made her the person she is today. She talks about her culture and ethnicity, and what part it played in her life.

(22:10) Jeanie shares her upbringing that made her the person she is today, sharing her experience with holding back her personality/strengths early on in order to put forth what was expected of her (in the professional sphere). What put her on the pathto create Warriors at Work.

(28:50) The importance of fighting the labels/expectations put on us by family, society and even ourselves.

(30:35) How the experiences of loss and grief in our lives transform us and the path we are on.

(35:10) What are they curious about now, with all of that has happened over the past few years?

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

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Two incredible Entrepreneurs, Ashley Golin, Co-Owner and Co-Founder of Fitness by the Sea and Abby Taylor, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Playa Bowls joined me to share their inspirational stories about what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. They share with us why they chose this career path, how they built hugely successful businesses and offer us an inside look into what it was like to own businesses in sectors that were some of the hardest hit in Covid. Whether you are an entrepreneur or an Executive leading global teams, this is a powerful and heartfelt interview we can all relate to. Ashley & Abby are women who epitomize, courage, smarts, grit and pure determination andI am sure you will want to follow their journey!

Ashley is a CrossFit Level 1 trainer who has been CrossFitting since 2009 and started coaching in early 2013. Ashley played competitive soccer throughout high school and continued her soccer career to play Division 1 soccer at the University of Delaware. Ashley loves CrossFit because it brings together people with different backgrounds who have different levels of experience but all have one common goal: To be better at both CrossFit and Life. Ashley’s goal in coaching is to teach everyone to push themselves beyond their limits, never give up and to strive to be the best they can be.

Abby Taylor is the cofounder and creative genius behind Playa Bowls, a 150+ store franchise that has an Instagram-cult following of loyal customers and makes acai bowls that contain one of the highest percentages of natural acai pulp in the country. Abby is passionate and dedicated to creating an innovative menu, a strong brand, and a large community as a result. From umbrella stand to million dollar franchise, Abby leads the Playa Bowls brand marketing, menu creations and social media strategy -- more importantly, she is the fearless leader of her ‘Playa bros and babes' and an inspiration to entrepreneurs everywhere.

(3:20) We start off learning more about Ashley & Abby, and the many hats that they wear.

(7:18) Abby shares what “hustle” means to her in growing her own business and creating Playa Bowls™.

(10:20) Ashley shares with us what put her on the path to entrepreneurialism and gym ownership, with Fitness by the Sea.

(12:03) What daily rituals/practices do they pull from to keep them focused when starting their day?

(13:50) What have the past 3 years taught them about running a business through unprecedented challenging times?

(19:18) We talk about the importance of balancing when to stand on your own versus leaning on others. Who do they lean on for advice and help in their professional lives?

(23:37) Who are the people in their lives that act as “nay-sayers”, those who keep them on their toes and make them better?

(29:00) We ask Ashley and Abby to compare the first 6 mos to the last 6 mos, of each of their businesses. What were they like?

(35:50) Why did they each choose their business partners to start a new venture?

(39:33) We talk about the chemistry that exists which makes their teams successful.

(42:42) What are some of the differences they experience between male and female entrepreneurs?

(45:20) What advice do they offer to balance between having a business mindset and being happy in your choice.

(48:00) Speed round learning fun facts about Ashley and Abby.

Connect with Ashley Golin and Abby Taylor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/abby-taylor-forbes-entrepreneur
http://btsfit.com/

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This week with Megan Conahan and Libby Rodney we focus on what the future holds and how businesses should embrace trends and change. We learn the importance of seeing into the future and moving past the fear of doing something different which can lead to achieving better results. This is a thought provoking and practical conversation about being a forward thinker and evolving your business to be future ready. Megan and Libby relate advice and ideas to move your thinking and your business to the next level! Our progressive conversation also helps us to identify what a good brand looks like, how to become one and what we expect from them.

Megan Conahan is a forward-thinking digital marketer that specializes in creating lasting positive change. Focusing on omnichannel growth and efficiency for the brands she works with Megan has over 17 years of experience helping brands grow their presence online and on Amazon. Megan is currently an EVP at Direct Agents, a leading digital marketing agency that offers customized marketing solutions to help advertisers reach and acquire new customers in an efficient manner. She advises clients on how best to negotiate the demands of the ever-changing digital marketplace and create unique solutions that set them apart.

Fast thinking strategic flywheel for clients, Libby's future-forward insights, trends, and strategic frameworks help clients best navigate today and anticipate the next 3-5 years. She is always working on what's next. As Chief Strategy Officer, she runs the Thought Leadership and Trends practice at the Harris Poll. Previously she ran strategy departments at ad agencies focusing on branding, product launches, consumer insights, digital trends, and innovation. Libby has been fortunate for nearly two decades to consult with top Fortune 100 brands and rising all-stars. Her research has been on the stages of Davos, Cannes, SXSW, and CES.

(2:50) How did Meghan and Libby get started, and why did they choose their respective career paths?

(5:20) They share what they currently see happening in the business world, trends and issues that companies are dealing with.

(9:20) How do they help businesses appreciate a human focus, and understand its impact on their bottom line?

(13:45) Delving into the top trends that the two have discussed in a recent interview together, starting with the idea of “tight chest, tight wallet” and the “unwind of the convenient economy”.

(30:00) Libby shares the concept of “lab days” and “skill hours”, creating more engagement in the work environment.

(34:36) Megan and Libby share how they help people find where to start making change in their own professional lives. When is it time to find a new strategy?

(40:20) What are they both surprised that is happening, or what they are interested in watching unfold in this year?

(44:30) What do our future leaders look like? What do they both see these individuals embody?

(48:47) What do they both see two years into the future?

Connect with Megan Conahan and Libby Rodney
https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganconahan/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbyrodney/

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We bring back the second part of our conversation with Drs. Emily Rowe and Christopher Estes from last year as they share ways that we can take control of your health in the New Year. They share how pairing functional medicine with conventional practices can improve the health of their patients.

Emily T. Rowe, MD, AP, IFMCP graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 2004. Inspired to find a comprehensive and definitive way to heal her patients, she went back to school and completed her Master’s Degree in Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture in 2009. Dr. Rowe’s practice melds Chinese herbal medicine and therapies with modern Western diagnostic evaluations, nutritional supplementation, dietary and lifestyle modifications.

Christopher M. Estes, MD, MPH, FACOG, IFMCP is a dedicated and compassionate physician whose career has evolved from extensive experience with medically complicated patients. His practice involves an integrated array of therapies for women and men, including functional medicine evaluations and bioenergetic feedback. Dr. Estes provides approachable and comprehensive education to his patients and seeks to empower them to be the decision makers in their health care.


Join us again next week, as we continue to have more enlightening discussions to help us have the best life possible.

(4:10) What do they bring to the patient’s experience in their practice?

(7:45) Discussion on how they often work closely with the primary care physicians and the benefits of combining the practices together.

(12:40) What is mitochondria, how it works and its importance in our every day lives.

(18:50) An intriguing discussion about sound healing and how they use it in their practice.

(21:13) Functional medicine today and how they would like to see it partner with other practices in the future.

(25:00) The costs of our current healthcare system compared to functional medicine.

(28:00) Emily & Chris talk about their practice, as a married couple and how they always continue their education.

(34:23) The conversation returns to our focus, how can you take back control of your health and learn more about functional medicine. Where can you begin?

Connect with Dr. Emily Rowe and Dr. Christopher Estes
https://www.miamibeachcwc.com

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