What's Betwixt Us

Asiya Hasan-Damen joins us for episode 027 of What's Betwixt Us. Asiya is a workplace culture strategist, coach, team-builder, workshop facilitator, and the co-founder of Cultuurloop. We talk about change fatigue, acknowledging the feelings in the room, the resistance that might be present around them, and the empowerment to build a business from scratch if you really believe in it. She discusses how you can still care about people in the workplace and have a bottom line.

To learn more about the great things Asiya is doing, check out cultuurloop.com.

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In this episode of What’s Betwixt Us, we chat with Paul Peglar. Paul is a performer, producer, musical director, and the co-founder and Artistic Director of ECHT, an arts non-profit that believes “authentic expression creates genuine connection.” We talk about the empathy muscles that are naturally built through artistic collaborations and how those skills are transferrable anywhere. We also discuss the importance of learning to meet people where they are, dealing gracefully with big transitions, and the intelligence of the gut.

To learn more about Paul, check out paulpeglar.com, and for deeper insight into what ECHT is all about, visit ECHT.nyc.

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In today's episode of What's Betwixt Us, we talk with Melissa Boles. Melissa is a lifelong storyteller, writer, and the Marketing Manager at BookClub, which brings authors and readers together via online book clubs, led by the authors themselves. Melissa is passionate about mental health awareness, and we discuss how empathy for mental health issues can be built by reading. We talk about the importance of self-knowledge and self-reflection to raise empathy by talking through what you’re processing. 

To learn more about Melissa and read some of her writing, check out MelissaBoles.com. You can also find her on social media @melloftheball, and learn about BookClub at bookclub.com.

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In this episode of What's Betwixt Us, we chat with John Mezzo, a human resources executive in the fashion industry. John has lent his heart and expertise to several multibillion dollar global brands including Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, and Burberry. John shares his story growing up in his  family’s friendly neighborhood bakery in Brooklyn, his background in theater, and how he has transferred those skills into his corporate life. We chat about the importance of authenticity, the gray area, and being the most yourself. 

To learn more about John and connect with him, you can find him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-mezzo-humanresources/

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In this episode of What's Betwixt Us, we chat with Rajkumari Neogy. Rajkumari is an executive coach, speaker, and self-professed "AwesomeSauce Alchemist." She is the Founder of the iRestart coaching framework and the Biology of Belonging Bootcamp. Rajkumari uses her expertise in epigenetics and neurobiology to develop empathy in leadership and work culture at companies all over the world. We chat about bringing conscious practices into meetings, the importance of sitting with our own discomfort, the permission to mourn, the value in psychological dynamics in team culture, and the dark side of belonging. 

To find out more about Rajkumari and her life-changing coaching programs, visit rajkumarineogy.com.

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On this episode of What's Betwixt Us, we talk with Rabbi Jessica Marshall.  Rabbi Marshall discusses her journey in finding a connection to Judaism, going from a traditional setting with a synagogue and congregation to "exploding paradigms” with heart-centered connection. Her work is now focused on building creative, diverse, and personal offerings for lifecycle rituals, retreats, women’s gatherings, and spiritual coaching. We talk about the power of sitting with and witnessing people in pain, seeing everything as an invitation to the sacred, and the wisdom in our hearts that’s as knowledgeable as what’s in our brains.

To learn more about Rabbi Marshall, please visit her website at rabbijessicamarshall.com and on Instagram @rabbijkm.

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In this episode of What’s Betwixt Us, we chat Dr. Gustuvo Cutz. Dr. Gus is a psychologist specializing in CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and DBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. These intense practices are rooted in the importance of the empathetic dynamic between therapist and client, which Gus describes as “radically genuine,” and “a relationship between equals.” Dr. Gus talks about his lifelong curiosity, what he has learned from his fellow therapists and his clients, and why we must always wonder about another’s world experience.

You can check out Dr. Gus’s practice Cognitive Behavioral Associates at cbtreatment.org.

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In this episode of What's Betwixt Us, we get an inside look into the creation of zanie and the philosophy behind it from fellow zanie builders Jumana Abu-Ghazaleh (founder and CEO) and Shaina Stigler. This episode was recorded LIVE as part of the IEEE ISTAS Conference, which brings together a variety of pioneers in new and emerging voices in advancing technology. We talk about the transformation of work culture to be more empathetic, the importance of being seen and heard to foster innovation, and what it means to feel safe. 

Please visit https://www.ieee.org/ to learn more about the conference advancing technology for humanity. 

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In this episode of What's Betwixt Us, we chat with Amy Giddon, the Co-Founder and CEO of Daily Haloha. She talks with us about the story behind this exciting new app that promotes empathy and positivity, the importance of connecting with one another globally, and what inspired Amy to be a pioneer for empathy. She tells us her story working in corporate finance, in women's leadership, and how this paved the path she is pursuing today.

Please visit https://dailyhaloha.com/ to download the app and learn more about the work Amy is doing.

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In this episode of What's Betwixt Us, we are joined by Bob Kulhan. Bob is the Founder and CEO of BusinessImprov and the author of the wonderful book, Getting to Yes, And. Through the corporate training and development he offers through his company and the actionable practices mentioned in his book, Bob is teaching companies how to implement improvisational methods into their work cultures to promote engagement when it comes to communication, teamwork, and empathy. We discuss the psychology of safe spaces, the pillars of reacting, adapting, and communication, and the importance of making others look good both on stage and off.

Be sure to learn more about Bob and the amazing work he is doing by visiting https://businessimprov.com/

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