Season 5 - The Reluctant Leader - Owning Your Responsibility with Ron Rael - Episode 48

Ron Rael, the CEO and founder of the High Road® Institute works with the everyday leader to become a person who leads with intention and impact. Ron is a vanguard on leadership topics. His 40+ years of business experience comes from working in two Fortune 500 companies, as well as from leading employee teams in closely held businesses. Ron’s has worked with Cabela’s, Costco, Starbucks, Microsoft, Bright Horizons, Moss Adams, Radio Shack, the U.S. Navy, and several northwest Universities.

Ron’s extensive wisdom and practical solutions, contained in his 19 books and diverse leadership solutions, provide both strategies and tactics for organizational success. He has trained and coached more than 14,000 leaders and business professionals throughout the United States and Canada. He is the author of The Reluctant Leader™:  Own Your Responsibility with Courage, which is now available at Amazon.

The Reluctant Leader™ is a person who feels uncomfortable with the challenges of leading, yet is looked upon by others to be their leader.

Ron has been speaking professionally since 1988. And, he is only 29 years old! This is amazing and because he has a rare disorder known as DCS.

Show Notes: 

Ron Rael - LinkedIn Profile, High Road Institute

Book Recommendations: Illusions by Richard Bach

Ron Rael

Ron Rael

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Season 5 - Designing Global Learning Solutions with Eric Ellefsen - Episode 47

Eric Ellefsen is a learning & development leader focused on delivering evidence-based training solutions that build skills to meet business needs. Currently, he is a global learning design leader at EY (Ernst & Young), a “big 4” professional services firm, where he develops learning design processes and standards to ensure a high quality learner experience. Over the past 20 years, he has served in a variety of learning roles at Kaplan Education (higher education), ITT Corporation (manufacturing and military contracts), Healthways (healthcare), Terabeam and AT&T (telecomm). Prior to that, he served as an officer in the U.S. Navy. He earned his PhD in Educational Technology from the University of Northern Colorado, MA from the University of Colorado and BA from the University of California, Berkeley. 

Show Notes:

Eric Ellefsen: LinkedIn Profile

Toastmasters International Website

Eric Ellefsen

Eric Ellefsen

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Season 5 - Insights from this Two-Time World Championship Finalist with Katina Hunter - Episode 46

Katina Hunter has spoken all over to audiences spanning the generation spectrum & in front of people all over the world as one of the Top 10 Speakers in the World Championship of Public Speaking in both 2016 & again in 2017. Her theatrical background comes through in her boisterous presentations & motivational speeches. 

Described as "Maverick!" with speeches that are "... for the history books," Katina is a masterful storyteller with a knack of revealing the special from within the simple.

When she first joined Toastmasters 4 years ago, her goal was to just become more comfortable speaking. She wanted to move past the racing heart & dry mouth that suffocated her when in front of audiences. Katina didn't even know that there were speaking competitions. Now, such a short time later, Katina has not only overcome her fear, but she's a world-wide speaking competitor & coach. In 2016, Katina beat out over 32,000 other competitors to reach the Finals Stage in Washington, DC - as one of the top 10 speakers of the world. Last year in Vancouver, she did it again & is a two-time world champion finalist. 

Show Notes: 

Katina Hunter Speeches

Katina Hunter Website

Katina Hunter

Katina Hunter

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Season 5 Intro - Compelling Speakers: The Art of Public Speaking - Episode 45

Hello Folks;

Welcome to Season 5 of the Wisdom of Friends Show. I am your host Kal Aras. The theme for this season is an extension of Season 4 : Compelling Speakers – The Art of Public Speaking

In this season, we are going to learn the tricks and trades of Public Speaking and Presence from some of the top notch speakers in the world.  I have tried to focus on an eclectic mix of speakers from the realm of business, arts, and spirituality. Each of these speakers has established their mark as professionals within their industry, and they share some of the universal principles and best practices of being a world class speaker.

Having gotten to know these inspiring and fascinating people who I consider to be dear friends, a pattern began to emerge - they seem to share some common traits like Charisma and Presence; a Passion for outstanding contribution, and a commitment to mastery.

As these powerful leaders share their personal journey and stories, we get to learn and model their mindset, their skills set and their heart set. You will learn and discover a blueprint for your own success with concepts like:

1.       How to become appealing and effective by telling compelling stories that inspire and motivate?

2.       The path to influence through Presence - a balance of strength and warmth

3.       How we can learn to win the admiration, respect, and affection we desire and

4.       The nuts and bolts of public speaking

Regardless of whether your goal is to educate, fundraise, inspire teams, build an award-winning culture, or to deliver memorable presentations, these interviews will help you gain a competitive advantage.

That's it for this episode. We hope you enjoy this season about becoming a compelling speaker and the art of public speaking. Don't forget to subscribe to Wisdom of Friends on iTunes. While you're at it, give us a five star rating and review. This will help us reach more people and would be appreciated.

Thank you for listening. If you like what you heard, please share and don’t be shy.

Wisdom of Friends - Top Podcast

Wisdom of Friends - Top Podcast

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Season 4 - Winning in Business and Baseball with Earl Bell - Episode 44

Earl Bell is an author, consultant and success coach/trainer for business owners and leaders.  His expertise comes from the world of business, where Earl was CFO for a $17 billion Registered Investment Advisory firm AND the world of youth sports where he coached 22 baseball and softball teams over 10 years.  Earl is the author of Winning in Baseball and Business, Transforming Little League Principles into Major League Profits for Your Company

Show Notes: 

Earl Bell - Linked In Profile

Earl Bell - Website

Earl Bell

Earl Bell

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Season 4 - The Philosophy of Leadership with Toastmasters International President Balraj Arunasalam, DTM - Episode 43

Balraj Arunasalam, DTM, of Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka, is chairman/managing director of Gemtrans Engineering Company, a maker of industrial belts. Active in his community, he serves as President of the Iyyappan Temple management board, as Vice President of the Aarunadu Velalar Society of Sri Lanka, and is a member of both the local Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club.

In 2011, Arunasalam helped establish an English course for Rural Voices Unlimited, a project designed to educate youth in rural Sri Lanka. The U.S. Embassy in Colombo recognized him for this ongoing work with youth. Arunasalam holds an advanced level General Certificate of Education from Trinity College in Kandy, Sri Lanka, and is earning a master’s degree through the Australian Institute of Business Administration.

A dedicated Toastmaster for 27 years, Arunasalam is a member of two clubs, including his home club Colombo Toastmasters. A distinguished leader, Arunasalam has held numerous offices from club through international level: He served as International Director 2011 to 2013 and Second Vice President 2014-2015 and First Vice-President 2015-2016, Toastmasters International. He holds the Distinguished Toastmaster designation—the highest level of educational achievement in Toastmasters International.

“Toastmasters is a way of life,” Arunasalam says. “It helped me understand the philosophy of leadership, to give and receive respect, and to be humble.”

As International President, Arunasalam is a “working ambassador” for the organization. He works with the Board to develop and support the policies and procedures that guide Toastmasters International in fulfilling its mission.

Balraj Arunasalam

Balraj Arunasalam

Kaushal "Kal" Aras and Balraj Arunasalam

Kaushal "Kal" Aras and Balraj Arunasalam

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Season 4 - The Tao of Public Speaking and Presentation with Dr. Ali Binazir - Episode 42

Dr Ali Binazir is an author, speaker and clinical hypnotherapist and Happiness Engineer. He is the author of 4 books, including "The Tao of Dating: The Smart Woman's Guide to Being Absolutely Irresistible", the highest-rated dating book on Amazon for 4 years, and most recently, "Should I Go to Medical School: An Irreverent Guide to Pro and Cons of a Career in Medicine." He holds an honors degree from Harvard College, an M.D. from UC San Diego School of Medicine, and an M.Phil. from Cambridge University. Formerly a consultant at McKinsey & Co., he writes a popular column for Huffington Post and is based in San Francisco. He trains executive speakers with KNP Communications, and has given three TEDx talks by invitation: "Awaken Inner Creative Genius", "Love & the Empowered Woman", and "Happiness Engineering: A New Paradigm for Success."

Show Notes:

Dr. Ali Binazir - Profile and Website, Blogs

Book Recommendations: 

Why we sleep: unlocking the power of sleep and dreams" by matthew walker, ph.d.

The tao of dating: the thinking man's enlightened guide to success with women

Compelling People: The Hidden Qualities That Make Us Influential, by Matthew Kohut and John Neffinger

Steal the Show by Michael Port

Dr. Ali Binazir

Dr. Ali Binazir

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Season 4 - A supersoul conversation with Dr. C. Ronald S. Williams II - Episode 41

Dr. C. Ronald S. Williams II is founder and senior pastor of Mount Zion Fellowship in Highland Hills, Ohio. Dr. Williams founded Mount Zion on January 2, 1983 with 15 persons in attendance.  Today, Mount Zion has approximately 1,500 members. Dr. Williams has directed the development of numerous ministries that minister to those inside and outside the church. Dr. Williams is an accomplished gospel music composer, arranger, musician, and musical director. From 1977 to the present, he has recorded with The Messengers of Peace (1977–1982) and the Voices of Koinonia (1984–present). “My Soul Sings Hallelujah” is a piano concert by Dr. Williams, accompanied by members of the Cleveland Orchestra and the Voices of Koinonia. In addition, Dr. Williams has performed in concerts with such gospel artists as Donnie McClurkin and Kirk Franklin. He has performed at Cleveland’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Playhouse Square, and has appeared with Barry Manilow at Blossom Music Center. Dr. Williams has authored four books as well. Dr. Williams holds two doctoral degrees: Doctor of Ministry and Doctor of Divinity. He has studied in the United States (Livingstone College, Ashland Theological Institute, Trinity Theological Seminary) and abroad at the institute of Holy Land Studies in Israel. Pastor Ron (as he is affectionately known) is a devoted, loving father to his two sons, Clifton and Christian.

Show Notes:

Dr. Williams Website

Recommendations: Gospel Music, YouTube Channel of Mt Zion Fellowship

Dr. C. Ronald S. Williams II

Dr. C. Ronald S. Williams II

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Season 4- Building Dreams and Network Marketing Leaders with Eileen Williams - Episode 40

Eileen Williams is an entrepreneur who has capitalized on the changing global economy most recently with Social Media Marketing.  Mother to 3 extraordinary people, grandmother to Luke, married to Ted Williams for 35 years

Native San Diegan and a USD business School graduate

Worked at Corporate HR - last company being ViaSat

Started Networking business 1990- with 3 kids age 5 and under

Named Woman Entrepreneur for Nu Skin Enterprises 2006

Quoted in book- Think and Grow Rich for Women 2015

Today Business is in over 47 countries and multiple millions in annual sales dominating the Latin American market and does not speak Spanish.  Most passionate about helping the next generation contribute to the world and making it better for everyone.

Show Notes: 

Facebook: @womenwithnoceiling

Eileen Williams - LinkedIn Profile

Course Recommendations: PSI Seminars

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Season 4 - Is this Mike On with Mike Robertson - Episode 39

Mike Robertson is creativity in a loud suit. As a professional speaker, he draws on a lifetime of chasing one creative rabbit after another: music, magic, writing, acting, graphic design, painting. All those paths unite in his unique approach to speaking while incorporating innovative and surprising visuals.

“I didn’t use any slides at all when I began speaking,” Mike says. “I felt the same way about PowerPoint as everyone else does; it’s boring, repetitive, and distracting. But then I began thinking that—with all my graphic design experience—I could at least make slides that were nice-looking.”

They were more than just nice-looking. Mike quickly noticed something almost unprecedented: he put a slide on the screen and the audience…burst into applause!

“I knew that didn’t happen very often, so I continued to expand what I was doing, incorporating more creative use of fonts, colors, backgrounds, and even some magic techniques.”

The result quickly made Mike’s reputation in the National Speakers Association, and led to him creating slides for many top speakers in the USA and Australia.

Mike has written four books, including The Pizza, The Peach, & The Platypus, an accompaniment to his signature keynote speech on creativity, The Art of Readiness. He lives in Austin with his wife of 30 years, Lisa, a talented videographer whose documentary on electric football just had its first public showing. They have one daughter, Lindsey, a writer and performer in Los Angeles.

Mike Robertson believes that life is an art project and he tries to add an interesting page/color/melody to his own life every single day.

Show Notes:

Mike Robertson - Website

Mike Robertson

Mike Robertson

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Season 4 - A Pastor's journey to the World Championship stage of Public Speaking with Kevin Stamper - Episode 38

Kevin Stamper recently won third place in the World Championship of Public Speaking. When he’s not speaking to Toastmasters, he’s leading a new church near Tampa, Florida (Restore Trinity). He and his wife, Marie have 2 children - Jane and Oliver - who give Kevin plenty of material for more speeches. 

Show Notes: 

Kevin Stamper

Restore Trinity Church

Kevin Stamper

Kevin Stamper

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Season 4 - The Art of a Working Comic, Humor and Talent Showcases with Dave Schwensen - Episode 37

Dave Schwensen is the author of "How To Be A Working Comic: An Insider’s Guide To A Career In Stand-Up Comedy", "Comedy FAQs And Answers: How The Stand-Up Biz Really Works", and ""Comedy Workshop: Creating & Writing Comedy Material for Comedians & Humorous Speakers". His credits include Talent Coordinator for the television show "A&E’s An Evening At The Improv", The Hollywood and New York City Improv Comedy Clubs, and Assistant to Improv founder Budd Friedman.

With The Improv in Hollywood and New York, Dave coordinated talent showcases and auditions for major television shows, networks and film studios. Included in this list are "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno", "Late Night with David Letterman", "The Today Show", The Montreal Just For Laughs Festival, Disney, Paramount, MTV, VH-1, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, HBO, Showtime and more.

Dave is also a former manager of The Cleveland Improv Comedy Club and Restaurant. He’s worked in the comedy industry for almost three decades and decided to do one comedy workshop in 1994. They’ve continued since...

Dave has extensive experience within the New York, Hollywood and Midwest regions as a college and corporate booking agent, (comedians, speakers and variety acts), talent manager, publicist, radio host, entertainment journalist and award-winning newspaper humor columnist. In addition to his comedy workshops in Chicago, Cleveland and Tampa, and comedy business seminars – which have been held in major cities such as New York, Philadelphia, Charlotte, New Orleans, Los Angeles and San Francisco – Dave has designed and instructs courses in business communications and presentation skills for Cleveland State University, Youngstown State University, and other “halls of higher learning.”

As a trainer and keynote speaker on communication skills, Dave presents "You're Talking, But Is Anyone Really Listening?" for conferences, businesses, schools and special interest groups. The program focuses on leadership, teamwork and networking by employing humor and creativity to enhance your message. 

Show Notes:

For insider information about the comedy industry visit here

Beatles in Cleveland

Dave Schwensen - Website

Dave Schwensen

Dave Schwensen

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Season 4 - Winning the UK and Ireland Championship of Public Speaking with Simon Bucknall - Episode 36

Simon helps high-achieving professionals to connect, influence and inspire through the spoken word – when presenting, pitching and in key meetings.

A multiple, international award-winning speaker, Simon was a Finalist in the 2017 World Championship of Public Speaking in Vancouver, Canada – placing 2nd out of more than 30,000 speakers across the globe.

As a full-time speaker, facilitator and coach since 2008, Simon has helped professionals from all walks of life to be more impactful through the spoken word, including FTSE 100 & Fortune 100 executives, entrepreneurs, MBAs and academics as well as refugees, teachers, police officers, school children and the occasional prison inmate.

Clients include General Electric, HgCapital, TrendMicro, DPD, Oxford University’s Blavatnik School of Government and Said Business School, London Business School, Cambridge University’s Laing O’Rourke Centre for Construction Engineering & Technology and the Royal Academy of Engineering.

His career background spans executive headhunting, blue-chip corporate brand strategy consulting plus a stint working in the House of Commons as Head of Office for a senior Parliamentarian. He has featured as an expert commentator on BBC World News, BBC London Radio, Channel 5 News and on international broadcast radio networks around the world.

Simon holds degrees from Oxford University and the London School of Oriental & African Studies. He is a Fellow of the UK Professional Speaking Association, the Royal Society for the Arts and Visiting Fellow in Professional Skills at London’s New College of the Humanities and Cambridge University.

In 2013, he was awarded the Freedom of the City of London.

Show Notes:

Book Recommendations: Dale Carnegie on Public Speaking, Bounce, Craig Valentine

Simon's FREE eBook  

UK & Ireland Champion of Public Speaking
Professional Speaker, Coach & Mentor
 

Simon Bucknall

Simon Bucknall

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Season 4 Intro - Compelling Speakers: The Art of Public Speaking - Episode 34

Hello Folks;

Welcome to Season 4 of the Wisdom of Friends Show. I am your host Kal Aras. The theme for this season is Compelling Speakers – The Art of Public Speaking

In this season, we are going to learn the tricks and trades of Public Speaking and Presence from some of the top notch speakers in the world.  I have tried to focus on an eclectic mix of speakers from the realm of business, arts, and spirituality. Each of these speakers has established their mark as professionals within their industry, and they share some of the universal principles and best practices of being a world class speaker.

Having gotten to know these inspiring and fascinating people who I consider to be dear friends, a pattern began to emerge - they seem to share some common traits like Charisma and Presence; a Passion for outstanding contribution, and a commitment to mastery.

As these powerful leaders share their personal journey and stories, we get to learn and model their mindset, their skills set and their heart set. You will learn and discover a blueprint for your own success with concepts like:

1.       How to become appealing and effective by telling compelling stories that inspire and motivate?

2.       The path to influence through Presence - a balance of strength and warmth

3.       How we can learn to win the admiration, respect, and affection we desire and

4.       The nuts and bolts of public speaking

Regardless of whether your goal is to educate, fundraise, inspire teams, build an award-winning culture, or to deliver memorable presentations, these interviews will help you gain a competitive advantage.

That's it for this episode. We hope you enjoy this season about becoming a compelling speaker and the art of public speaking. Don't forget to subscribe to Wisdom of Friends on iTunes. While you're at it, give us a five star rating and review. This will help us reach more people and would be appreciated.

Thank you for listening. If you like what you heard, please share and don’t be shy.

Wisdom of Friends - Top Podcast

Wisdom of Friends - Top Podcast

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Season 3 - The Art of transformation and applied wisdom with Katerina Satori - Episode 33

Katerina Satori is an Entrepreneur, Innovator, Digital Marketer, Best Selling Author, Speaker, and a Transformational Coach who inspires people to value what they have survived in life as powerful lessons, and turn those lessons, skills, and talents into their legacy - becoming an inspired entrepreneur. 

Katerina Satori created and launched three successful brands in wellness, relationships, and online business. She leads virtual and live trainings, masterminds, and transformational retreats. 

She stands for 5 Core Values In Her Life & Business: 
1. Radical Self-Acceptance
2. Bold Self-Expression
3. Fearless Living
4. Owning My Story
5. Standing In My Authentic Power 

Over the last 15 years,  she has assisted hundreds of people to learn to love themselves, step into their power, align with their Soul's Calling, find their soulmates, become inspired entrepreneurs, turn their biggest dreams into a reality, live authentically, and act with awareness, fortitude, and courage. 

Her tools is a mix of ancient esoteric wisdom, such as I Ching, Kabbalah, the Chakra system, shamanic tradition, healing guidance, the modern science of holodynamics, quantum physics, spiritual psychology, and wisdom teachings of Human Design and Gene Keys. 

Show Notes: 

Katerina Satori - LinkedIN Profile , Facebook-Social Media

Katerina Satori

Katerina Satori

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Season 3 - An immigrant's global success journey with Dr. Sameer Joshi - Episode 32

Sameer Joshi joined Siemens, the German tech conglomerate, after acquiring an MBA from UK's top business school and went on to have a distinguished career there, holding several senior management/business CEO positions, and being a member of the company’s exclusive corporate top talent pool. He also holds a PhD in Business Studies

Keen to realize his entrepreneurial aspirations, Sameer started his own venture in the manufacturing space – a conventional “brick and mortar” business, with plant, machinery etc.

Sameer is now an entrepreneur, owning and running several businesses, both online and offline – including the manufacturing company he started initially, an e-commerce/ digital marketing business and a renewable energy consulting business.

As path-breaking technology continues to be close to his heart, Sameer also serves on the advisory board of a Silicon Valley industrial technology company in Palo Alto, CA.

And if this were not all, Sameer has recently discovered a new-found passion: Sharing his professional experience with university-level business studies in a classroom environment. Sameer was recently called upon by an esteemed business school in Europe to assume the professorship for Strategic Management, allowing him to spend a few weeks every semester teaching bright young minds keen to enter the business world after they graduate.

Sameer is married, has an 11-year old son and spends part of any given year in California (Bay Area), Germany (where his family stays) and his native India.

Show Notes: 

Book Recommendations - Think and Grow Rich, Shantaram, The Secret of Getting Rich

Sameer Joshi - LinkedIn Profile , Facebook - Social Media

Sameer Joshi

Sameer Joshi

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Season 3 - How the use of provocative ads is tackling the Opioid Crisis with Larry DeAngelis - Episode 31

Larry DeAngelis is a Senior Account Management lead in the Cleveland office of Doner Advertising - headquartered in Detroit with offices in Los Angeles and London.  

He has an extensive healthcare experience including Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals of Cleveland, OhioHealth (Columbus), Allegheny Health Network (Pittsburgh); Summa Health (Akron) and Children's Mercy Kansas City. Concentrations in casual dining (Applebee's, Ponderosa Steakhouse, O'Charley's) and specialty chemicals (DuPont, Ashland).  

Larry also serves on the Board of Directors of McGregor in Cleveland, OH. McGregor's services include Assisted and Independent Living, Rehabilitation, Long Term Care, Hospice Services and Respite.

Show Notes: 

Doner Advertising - Opioid Awareness Campaign

Larry's Linked In Profile

Larry DeAngelis

Larry DeAngelis

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Season 3 - Writing Bestselling mystery novels with Margaret Mizushima - Episode 30

Margaret Mizushima is the author of the Timber Creek K-9 mystery series, which includes Killing Trail (Crooked Lane, 2015) an RT Reviewer’s Choice Award nominee for best first mystery; Stalking Ground (Crooked Lane, 2016) a Colorado Book Award and International Book Award finalist; and Hunting Hour (Crooked Lane, 2017), an RT Book Reviews Top Pick. She has a background in speech pathology and practiced in an acute care hospital before establishing her own rehabilitation agency, which specialized in services for children and adults with developmental delay and acquired neurological disorders. Currently, she balances writing with assisting her husband with their veterinary clinic and Angus cattle herd. She enjoys reading and hiking, and she lives on a small ranch in Colorado where she and her husband raised two daughters and a multitude of animals. She can be found on Facebook/Author Margaret Mizushima, on Twitter @margmizu, and on her website at www.margaretmizushima.com.

Margaret Mizushima

Margaret Mizushima

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Season 3 - Mastering Self Expression and Leadership with Christa Dahlke - Episode 29

Christa Dahlke has been in the recruiting and consulting industry for 20 years now. She helps people find the job of their dreams and save clients hundreds of hours by finding the right match the first time for their open technology positions. One of the Project Manager consultants she placed in 2012 just reached out last week and said “I had such a great experience working with you and your Kforce team the last time you placed me, I had to call you first when I was looking again. What do you have for me this time?”. My boss, Marc, calls me at least 2x week (outside my regular one on one with him) just to ask “what new adventure or miracle did you cause today”

She has gone through a lot of ups and downs in life, especially with the view of herself. Needing to prove herself and her worth Christa has had to work really hard at everything and although that can lead to some success, there can be emptiness and exhaustion with that too.  

She had a few pivotal defining life events that has set the foundation for her discovering herself and her passion when she was 40 and her life has taken off since then. 

She loves empowering people to go after what they want and having them see how great they are.

Show Notes: 

LinkedIn Profile - Christa Dahlke

Recommended Courses: Landmark Worldwide

Christa Dahlke

Christa Dahlke

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Season 3 - I Choose Love with Stephanie Armstrong - Episode 28

COACH | FACILITATOR | SPEAKER | WRITER

Stephanie Armstrong is a coach, specializing in working with moms and teens, helping families come of age together. She has walked through her own fires and has inspired hundreds of women with her radical transparency about her experiences. 

As a former ‘it’ girl who seemingly had it all, but was secretly crumbling on the inside, she knows the heavy burden of teenage years and perfectionism, and also know the joy that comes from discovering the whole self.

After realizing that her experiences could help others, Stephanie began speaking in schools and conferences around the country. She has since spoken to over 200,000 teen girls, parents, and experts about self-esteem and body image, among other important issues for women and girls. 

As a speaker, Stephanie was flooded with intimate stories of struggle from both teen girls and women all over the country. She saw that both women and teen girls were hungry for the same kind of transformation in their lives.  So in 2013 Stephanie officially launched Heart of Leadership, a non-profit whose mission is to help teens navigate the pressures of our achievement culture so that they can create a vibrant and sustainable future.

Her formal training includes a Masters Degree in Executive Leadership from the University of San Diego and coaching training with the Co-Active Institute.

Show Notes:

Stephanie's Website , Heart of Leadership

Book Recommendations

Stephanie Armstrong

Stephanie Armstrong

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