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She Chose Joy with Melanie
Melanie Foote-Davis
36 episodes
5 days ago
Sprinkles of Joy is found when we get curious and choose to play in those spaces between what our heart knows to be true and what our mind is trying to reconcile. This is where yummy moments like that organically unfold through heartfelt conversations with visionary woman.
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Sprinkles of Joy is found when we get curious and choose to play in those spaces between what our heart knows to be true and what our mind is trying to reconcile. This is where yummy moments like that organically unfold through heartfelt conversations with visionary woman.
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She Chose Joy with Melanie
Michelle Herndon: Send Love Into Your Day

This dialogue highlights the significance of creating meaningful connections and the joy that comes from building impactful connections and fostering a culture of inclusion within personal and professional relationships. They discuss the power of rituals and micro habits to guide you through each day and the beautiful connection between your physical environmentand your energy.


Chapters

00:00 Welcome

01:27 A Word From Our Sponsor

02:27 Soulful and Corny Connections

03:24 Space to Feel

06:36 Set the Tone for Your Day

11:25 Send Loving Energy Into Your Day

15:13 Rituals to Guide Your Day

21:18 My Soul Nest is my Sanctuary 

26:07 Beauty Through the Pain

31:17 Follow Your Energy to Find Your Moments

36:29 Natural Authentic Connection

44:41 When Things No Longer Fit

50:23 Still Relevant After 50

53:15 Appreciating Relief

55:29 Simple Pleasures in Choosing Yourself

59:43 What Wants to be Awakened Within You

 

More about Michelle Herndon

Michelle Herndon is a prominent leader in her industry. She is best known for her meaningful insights, mentorship andleadership. 

Michelle began her career in hospitality at the famed Patina restaurant in Los Angeles.  A very special time in the culinary world which has had great impact on her personal and professional life. 

Before joining BOKA Restaurant Group, Michelle had an illustrious career including time spent in HR staffing, Diversity & Inclusion training for Limited Brands.

Over the last decade Michelle has enjoyed a successful relationship with BOKA Restaurant Group as Director of PrivateEvents. Michelle has collaborated and created revenue generating private events programs for six restaurant openings for BOKA in the Chicago area.

She is currently the Director of Culture + Community for BOKA Group, where she is furthering diversity programs and services within the company-including creating and leading mentorship program for People of Color and within the LGBTQ+ community. She is known for her ability to bridge differences and create impactful connections within her company. She leads the recruiting department for the entire group, where identifying diverse talent while ensuring equity is her company’s mission.

 

Michelle graduated from the University of Illinois/University of Barcelona and received a Bachelor of Arts, Spanish. She hasalso earned her Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Certification from Cornell University. She additionally spends time professional lifestyle coaching for her currently growing project SoulNest.

 

Connect with Michelle

Instagram @TheMichelleHerndon

 

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3 weeks ago
1 hour 3 minutes 8 seconds

She Chose Joy with Melanie
Emmy Beeson: Releasing Toxic Productivity

Melanie Foote-Davis and Emmy Beeson explore the conceptof toxic productivity and its impact on personal and professional wellness.Emmy shares her journey from a high-pressure leadership role to embracing mindfulness and self-care, emphasizing the importance of creating conditionsfor growth and collaboration in leadership. They discuss the significance of rest, emotional health, and the need for leaders to model healthier behaviors.The conversation highlights practical tools for finding joy and gratitude in everyday life, ultimately advocating for a more harmonious and aligned approach personally and professionally.

 

Chapters

00:00 Embracing Change: The Passage of Time

04:03 Awareness and Decision-Making: A Shift inPerspective

08:04 Toxic Productivity: Breaking Free from the Cycle

11:01 Recognizing Patterns: The Body's Signals

14:03 Creating Healthier Work Environments

17:00 Mindfulness and Presence: The Gift of Awareness

20:07 Leadership and Cultural Expectations: A NewApproach

23:16 Transformative Experiences: Learning from Nature

26:20 Creating Conditions for Success: IntentionalLeadership

36:27 Unraveling the Knots: A Journey to Freedom

41:21 Listening to the Body: The Importance of Awareness

46:39 Creating Conditions for Growth: Leadership andResponsibility

01:00:50 Finding Joy and Gratitude: Embracing the Present

01:08:25 Building Safe Spaces: Nurturing Relationships

 

More about Emmy Beeson

Emmy Beeson is an executive leadership coach with over 20 years of experience guiding middle and senior-level leaders to navigate change, lead with authenticity, and build high-performing teams. As a former CEO and Superintendent in both K-12 and Career Technical Planning Districts, Emmyunderstands the complexities of leadership — from managing multi-million dollar budgets to balancing community expectations — and brings that real-worldinsight into her coaching practice.  


Emmy specializes in helping leaders grow their personal andprofessional wellness while building practical strategies for time management, delegation, and organizational change. Emmy is a Board Certified Coach with an Executive Leadership Coaching Certification from Bellevue University.  


Her background in career-technical education gives her a unique perspective on bridging the gap between education and industry, helping leaders create meaningful change that lasts. Emmy’s passion lies in uncovering shared visions, building capacity for growth, and supporting leaders in embracingtheir authenticity.  

​Emmy holds degrees and licenses from Ohio Dominican University, the University of Findlay, and Ashland University. Whether guiding executives through organizational transformation or helping individuals rediscover theirpurpose, she is committed to equipping leaders with the skills and mindset to thrive.  

 

Connect with Emmy

Emmy Beeson, The Change Coach

Emmy’s The Toxic Productivity Culture blog

Linkedin.com/in/emmy-beeson

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1 month ago
1 hour 10 minutes 45 seconds

She Chose Joy with Melanie
Barbara Burgess: Navigating Boundaries

In this enlightening conversation, Melanie Foote-Davis and Barbara Burgess explore the themes of self-discovery, joy, and the importance of setting boundaries. Barbara shares her journey of embracing 'enough' and how simple moments, like achalk experience with children, can lead to profound insights. They discuss the power of giving and receiving, the challenges of perfectionism, and the art of saying no to create space for what truly matters. The conversation emphasizes the importance of authenticity, gratitude, and choosing joy in everyday life, encouraging listeners to embrace their own journeys of self-discovery and connection.

 

Chapters

00:00 The Chalk Experience: A Journey Begins

09:27 The Power of Play and Connection

14:55 Gracious Giving: Gives Back to the Giver

21:36 Courageously Vulnerable

30:36 Navigating Relationships and Boundaries

37:09 Embracing Imperfection and Growth

38:19 Sovereignty and Personal Authority

41:18 The Allure of Authentic Experience

46:28 Navigating Boundaries: The Power of No

51:39 Audit Your Energy Inventory

57:55 Delightfully Be With Other Human Beings

 

More About Barbara Burgess

Barbara Burgess is an author, mother, executive, and unapologetic dark-chocolate lover who’s embraced the beautiful messiness of life. She founded Corluma (cor =heart, luma = light), a Chicago-based consulting firm, wrote and performed a one-woman show “The Extraordinary Experience of Being Ordinary” and most recently wrote her first book, Enough: Finding Peace in a World of Distractions, Hustle, and Expectations.

Known for her humor, vulnerability, and practical wisdom, Barbara shares simple shifts to help people remember they are enough and have enough. Her ego is kept in healthy check by two teenage children and career adventures that includedselling candy bars for Nestle Foods, launching Grainger into internet commerce, a brief marketing stint at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, and most recently overseeing operations, marketing, and finances as the COO of a non-profit. Like all of us, Barbara says, she’s still figuring it out.

 

Connect with Barbara

Website: www.corluma.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/barbaraburgess1Book: www.beenough.com

 

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3 months ago
1 hour 10 minutes 5 seconds

She Chose Joy with Melanie
Michele Aikens: Rise Beyond 50: Radiant, Relevant & Reinventive

In this engaging conversation, Melanie Foote-Davis and Michele Aikens explore the themes of creativity, and the power of words. They discuss how societal expectations can limit our potential and the importance of embracing our inner compass. The conversation emphasizes that it's never too late topursue dreams, the significance of slowing down for self-reflection, and the need to challenge the 'at least' mentality. They also highlight the wisdom that comes with aging and the potential for new beginnings. Ultimately, the discussion encourages listeners to reclaim joy and freedom at any age and to create a legacy of possibilities.

 

Chapters

00:00 Creativity Ignited

04:14 Words as Creative Tools

06:33 Align Actions to Your Vision

07:24 From Limitations to Possibilities

10:18 Navigating the Inner Compass

13:16 The Weight of Irrelevance

16:10 Disrupting Complacency

19:11 The Power of At Least

23:16 Connecting to Purpose

26:10 Rediscovering Creativity

28:39 When Your Dreams Keep Calling

29:16 The Importance of Reflection

31:10 Your Inner Compass is Guiding Your Path

33:58 When We Risk Losing Connection

35:31 Stillness Offers Access to Your Leader Within

40:17 Trust the Beauty and Power of Rest

43:10 It's Never Too Late: Embracing Age and Possibility

51:00 Contributions to the World: Beyond Material Success

54:17 Healing Through Possibilities

58:10 Reclaiming Joy and Freedom

 

More about Michele Aikens

Michele Aikens, MA, ACC is the CEO & Lead Coach of Clear Sight Coaching & Consulting, Inc., a certified professional coach, and a credentialed member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF). With a background in leadership,executive women’s coaching, team development, and transition coaching, Michele helps individuals and organizations navigate challenges with insight, empathy,and humor. She has worked with leaders from organizations including Chief, McDonald’s, The Obama Foundation, ThredUp, and U.S. Cellular.

Beyond her coaching expertise, Michele is a transformational speaker and facilitator, helping individuals gain clarity, unlock their potential, and move toward their purpose. As an author of five books and three dramatic plays, she uses storytelling to inspire growth and change. Her life mission is to “turn onlights for people so they can see that what is in them is greater than what is around them.”

Michele holds a bachelor’s degree in religious studies and a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership. She is certified by the World Business Executive Coaches (WBECs) and the Global Team Coaching Institute (GTCI) as a team coaching practitioner.

 

She is married to Nate Aikens, and they are the proud parents of two adult children.

 

Connect with Michele

MicheleAikens.com

connect@micheleaikens.com

 

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3 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes 8 seconds

She Chose Joy with Melanie
Jae Gibbs: Medicine in the Slowness

This is a heartfelt invitation to explore the profound impact of slowing down and becoming present. Melanie and Jae Gibbs delve into the healing power of mindfulness and the wisdom found in stillness. Discover how embracing the present moment can lead to deeper connections with ourselvesand others. Learn practical ways to integrate this practice into your daily practice. Tune in for an enriching conversation that encourages you to find the medicine in slowness. Embrace the joy of being truly present.

 

Chapters

00:00 Connection Through Somatic Training

02:49 The Power of Space Holding

05:48 Exploring the Depth of Somatic Work

08:23 The Importance of Slowing Down

11:17 The Medicine in Slowness

14:41 Honoring Ancestral Connections

35:22 Understanding Trauma and Family Dynamics

37:48 The Role of Community in Healing

41:244 Connecting with Ancestry and Heritage

43:52 The Power of Movement and Expression

46:48 Gratitude and Connection

49:35 Choosing Joy Amidst Life's Challenges

53:14 Grief as a Portal to Joy

56:36 The Gift of Connection and Community



More about Jae Gibbs

Jae is a Space Holder and Somatic Companion, deeply devoted to our individual and collective freedom, through re:membering the healing and empowering embOdiment lineAges alive within us. Jae’s approach is person-centred, trauma-sensitive, ancestrally-anchored and shaped through a decolonising lens. Her practice honours each person asresourceful, creative and whole, beyond what can be seen with our eyes or spoken with our mouths. Jae offers one toone body-oriented coaching and group explorations cultivating rituals of rest, rites of being and paths of play. She supports wisdom seekers and cycle changers to re:member your truest essence and explore ways to become grounded in the guidance of your whole being.

 

Connect with Jae

OurLivingTree.co.uk

Instagram: @our_living_tree

 

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3 months ago
1 hour 12 minutes 46 seconds

She Chose Joy with Melanie
LeeAnn Marie Webster: Birth of Adventure Girl

LeeAnn shares the importance of finding joy in simple things, the healing power of storytelling, and how embracing emotions can lead to a more fulfilling life. LeeAnn sharesher journey of creating a one-woman show, the birth of her 'Adventure Girl' persona, and the significance of taking risks.

They also delve into the concept of collecting regrets as a means to fuel future growth and the practice of gratitude and presence in everyday life.

 

More about LeeAnn Marie Webster

LeeAnn Marie Webster is the creator of No Regrets Formula™and host of the Full Self Expression Forum. She is an attorney turned international Keynote speaker, Moth Story Slam winner, and entrepreneur with 20 years’ experience in marketing and business development in a range of industries.

 

LeeAnn has a substantial event background, having successfully produced 130+ virtual summits and founding the largest speed dating company in Southern California. Her entrepreneurial journey started when she became the first person to host a speed dating event outside of the Jewish community, ultimately creating the largest speed dating company in Southern California (“Rapid Dating”).


Her first national TV appearance was as a contestant on MTV’s Remote Control. Since then, her entrepreneurial insights have been featured in NBC, The Huffington Post, The Los Angeles Times, and dozens more.


Through her No Regrets Formula, she helps women leaders find a deeper sense of connection to themselves in order to feel more engaged, increase confidence, and live a more joyful life. She is also the creator of Fancy Meeting Me Here, her inspirational one woman show.

 

Connect with LeeAnn

https://RegretReleaseMethod.com

Linkedin.com/in/leeannmariewebster

Instagram: @leeannmwebster


 

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4 months ago
55 minutes 17 seconds

She Chose Joy with Melanie
Elena Orth: When Whispers Become Screams

Elena shares her transformative journey of self-discovery, exploring the themes of personal growth, the significance of the seven-year cycle, and the importance of listening to one'sinner voice. She reflects on her experiences of deconstructing her life, the pain of letting go, and the joy of rebuilding her identity through love and acceptance.

The discussion emphasizes the need for trust in oneself and thepower of relationships, both with others and with oneself, as essential components of a fulfilling life.

 

Whos’ Elena Orth

Elena is a life enthusiast who has a way of changing perspectives. Her inherent curiosity has led her to become an architect, a Somatic Coach, a Yoga teacher, a Reiki practitioner, a Shiatsu bodyworker, a writer. She is amazed by the kaleidoscope of identities one person can take on and is endlessly compassionate about the depth of human emotion.

 

In her personal life experiment she chose to deconstruct all the pillars of her identity structure in one big stroke of radical renewal: she quit her safe job, left a long-term relationship, and moved from her city to a tropical island - forced by the growing pain of anxiety attacks and nearing burnout, and fueledby the deep hope that despite the darkness in a life that didn’t feel like her own, there is a light much brighter and warmer than she could even imagine.

 

Today she is here to hold a loving space for anyone ready to meet themselves and to navigate darkness with an open heart. In her Somatic Coaching programs she guides womento grow their capacity to be with their emotions, and catalyze pain and misalignment into pathways to real, authentic growth.


Connect with Elena

https://www.bendyminds.com/

 

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4 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes 32 seconds

She Chose Joy with Melanie
Melanie Foote-Davis: 30 Seconds of Joy

In this episode, Melanie celebrates the National Day of Joy and emphasizes that joy can be accessed in the present moment without needing extra resources. She shares simple practices to experience joy, such as savoring food, self-hugging, and connecting with nature. The conversation encourages listeners to choose joy daily and recognize their worth.


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4 months ago
7 minutes 29 seconds

She Chose Joy with Melanie
Tesha McCord Poe:Find Dignity through Grief, Community, Giving and Receiving

In this conversation, Melanie Foote-Davis and Tesha McCord Poe explore the themes of grief, joy, and resilience. Tesha shares her personal journey of loss, including the deaths of her husband and father, and how she found ways to process her grief through writing and humor. They discuss the importance of community, the lasting impact of love, and the mission behind Tesha's company, Joy-Raising, which aims to empower organizations to raise funds with joy. The conversation emphasizes that grief is a personal journey without a timeline, and that finding joy amidst sorrow is a choice we can make. They explore the multifaceted nature of leadership within philanthropy, emphasizing the importance of personal connections and the dignity of both giving and receiving. They discuss the challenges of fundraising, the emotional complexities surrounding money, and the necessity of fostering a supportive community. The dialogue alsotouches on personal growth, the healing power of joy, and the significance of choosing how to engage with life and others.

More about Tesha

Tesha McCord Poe, J.D./M.B.A., is the CEO and Founder of Joy-Raising, LLC, a consultancy dedicated to diversifying philanthropy by engaging people of color as donors and professionals, and supporting nonprofits through inclusive advancement strategies. With over a decade of senior administrative experience and a career total of over $100million raised—including multiple six- and seven-figure gifts—Tesha brings unmatched insight to fundraising, executive leadership, and organizational change.

Her experience spans roles as Interim Head at The Girls’ Middle School, Chief Advancement Officer at Castilleja School, and Chief Development Officer at Boys and Girls Clubs of the Peninsula and Associate Head of School at Hillbrook School. Tesha’s personal journey as a faculty child, student, parent, administrator, and trustee in independent schools shapes her bold, values-driven leadership style.

Joy-Raising’s flagship event, The Summit, convenes professionals of color in philanthropy for inspiration and connection. A sought-after speaker and TEDx presenter, Tesha co-authored Beyond Widow and serves on multiple nonprofit boards. She holds degrees from Barnard College, Columbia University, and Northwestern University, and lives in California but is known to find herself traveling and working in beautiful places in the U.S. and beyond


Connect with Tesha

Joy-Raising

The Summit: A Joy-RaisingExperience

LinkedIn


Book: Beyond Widow by Patty McGuigan and Tesha McCord Poe


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4 months ago
44 minutes 39 seconds

She Chose Joy with Melanie
Melanie Foote-Davis: Treasure Hunt for Joy

In this episode I invite you to play with joy. I share a beautiful quote by Kaylyn Johnson of Effie's Paper, reminding us that "joy is not cancelled. "

I encourage viewers to go on a treasure hunt for joy, to find simple moments that bring them happiness. I invite everyone to take five minutes each day to do something that contributes to their joy. Join me in exploring different ways to experience joy and savoring the delicious moments that life offers.


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8 months ago
4 minutes 21 seconds

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Melanie Foote-Davis: Hold Your Vision: Don't Quit On Your Dreams

In this empowering episode, we tackle the infamous "Quitters Day" — the day many abandon their New Year's resolutions. But for ambitious women leaders like you, this is not the time to give up on your dreams, your vision, or your legacy.

Join me as I share seven practical tips to honor your commitment without falling into burnout or overwhelm. Learn how to reconnect with your purpose, take small yet impactfulsteps, prioritize restorative practices, and celebrate your progress along the way.

This episode is your reminder to lead with grace, alignment, and joy as you create a harmonious life of peace, freedom, and fulfillment.

Listen now, and don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review!

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9 months ago
21 minutes 24 seconds

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Keana Ingram: Return to Your Assignment

Have you ever been heading down a path then discovered you needed to circle back to a place you’ve been before? In this episode Keana shares

 

  • How she discovered the difference between familiar and being on assignment
  • The power of positioning the right prayer warriors to encamp around her
  • Her appreciation for the value and joy of returning to a place she’d been before
  • The value of creating leaders who create leaders
  • The many ways her “joy just keeps joy-ing” in her life


More about Keana Renee

Keana Renee Ingram has overcome plenty in her life. She went through years of suffering from lack of self-esteem, no confidence, people-pleasing, no sense of self-worth, and emotional abuse. Keana often played herself small. Instead of accepting this, she decided to make a new truth for herself. She pushed pass her issues and found ways to love herself, conquer her fears and seek additional help and resources that have emboldened her and allowed her to live the life God intended for her. She reduced the complicated for a more wholesome, simplistic approach. 

Keana is now a sought-after leader in the nonprofit education arena. She is also highly skilled with youth development, college and career planner, a business development strategist, visionary, organizational leader and a master trainer. She just added published author with her book, 2 Words for The Soul: A simplistic handbook of living a life of self-love.

She enjoys sharing her story with other women and helps them discover their inner beauty by stepping out of their comfort zones. Her signature life coaching program, The S.E.X.X.Y. Breakthrough Series has helped so many already. When she finds the time, Keana enjoys skating, music, the arts, traveling, and, above all, spending time with her family and loved ones. 

Connect with Keana: 

Instagram: @Keana_iamwomban 

Website: www.iamwomban.com 

Email: Keana.iamwomban@gmail.com 

Grab your copy of Keana Here: 2 Words for The Soul: A Simplistic Handbook of living A Life of Self-Love

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10 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes 30 seconds

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Melanie Foote-Davis: Cheers to a New Year

Cheers to a year where your growth is nurtured by compassion, your dreams are realized with grace, your journey is rooted in the fullness of who you are at your core and these connections are your bridge to deeper joy. 

Wishing you a Happy, Healthy and Harmonious New Year! Melanie

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10 months ago
2 minutes 10 seconds

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Melanie Foote-Davis: A Message From My Chin Hairs

I believe that we’re surrounded my messages. Life speaks to us through various mediums.  In this episode life spoke to me through my persistent chin hairs. LOL! Go to http://bit.ly/ccjoy to Download your FREE copy of How to Consciously Create a Life of Joy Journal


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1 year ago
18 minutes 4 seconds

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Emmy Beeson: Harmony, Wellbeing and Leadership
So many of us are seeking work-life balance. It’s aspirational yet can feel so far away from your current reality. What if there was another way to approach this idea of balance?Have you ever considered what life could feel like if you softened your approach to leadership, team and life of well-being?In this episode Emmy and I explore various possibilities available to us even in workplace settings. We also discuss: ·     How to find space to breathe as leaders·     How to remain true to your values in professional settings·     How to be more curious about a holistic approach to leadership·     How to return home from work feeling nourished·     How to move out of regulation and into relationships·     How to use the element of play as research and data collection Connect with Melanie⁠Click here to learn more about how Melanie may support you or your organization⁠Learn more about Emmy BeesonMy heart for leading executives through times of change stems from over 20 years of educational experience, including more than a decade as the CEO/Superintendent of two school districts, K-12 and a Career Technical Planning District.  As I began to understand my own stressors around trying to lead authentically in a sometimes not-very-authentic world, I came to more fully understand organizational change management, transformational leadership, and the necessity to not go it alone. These experiences mean I understand the significant pressures of running a multimillion-dollar business and balancing the needs of employees, customers and the community all while trying to not only remain true to your core values but also to live them out loud on a daily basis. With this clarity and passion for helping others, I left my secure leadership position at the top of my field with a new mission to share the lessons learned with those around me.Today, I work to bring authentic learning and leadership experiences across the country and to bring years of executive leadership perspective in support of your journey.  That’s right, “your journey!” Who you are and what you want to accomplish in the world is important to me. From navigating the challenges of passing tax campaigns, connecting to business and industry for workforce development, along with building effective union and board relationships - my expertise lies in strategically navigating change, enabling buy-in and empowerment, and ensuring personal growth and focus at the same time.  My experiences in career-technical settings bring a unique perspective for a lifelong educator who also “gets the real-world” with ties to STEM industries and beyond.Understanding how to uncover a shared vision, build capacity for change, implement strategies while increasing the likelihood they will be embraced, and institute positive outcomes that can be sustained over time is a special skill set required of the most adept leaders. Let’s start this journey together.  Whether you are looking for change in your team or in yourself, know that I am here for you and am ready to supportbyour journey!  Connect with EmmyFor leadership and organizational change coaching at emmy@weinspirewe.com For leadership and organizational change efforts specifically designed for the educational setting emmy@partnershipsforall.com  
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2 years ago
1 hour 6 minutes 46 seconds

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Jazmin Ocampo: Permission to Feel

Do you remember a time when you felt emotional but didn’t know how to express what you were experiencing?

Well you’re not alone. Jazmin Ocampo recognized that repressing her feelings and moving like a high-functioning machine was not the way she wanted to live.

She gave herself permission to feel. She now knows how to operate from an overflowing cup, vibrate higher with an expanded capacity to listen and connect more deeply.


In this episode Jaz shares her journey to:

  • Creating a path to break out of her shell
  • Restoring a disconnected relationship
  • Learning to become compassionate with her anxiety
  • Discovering unhealed wounds stored in her bodies
  • Identify exploration

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Who Is Jazmin Ocampo?

Jazmin Ocampo’s name is pronounced in Spanish (yah-zh-meen oh-kham-poh). She is happy with "Jaz" or "Yaz." As a student of self-love, and as an empathy-driven leader, Jaz mobilizes others to embrace their holistic selves, be inspired by the resiliency of their ancestors, express themselves, and become more intentional in how they show up for themselves and others.

She believes that authentic and reciprocal relationships surface our power within, so she enthusiastically curates spaces for people to connect, explore ideas, & take concrete steps towards what they envision for themselves & their communities.Born and raised in Chicago to Mexican immigrant parents, Jaz is deeply committed to social, economic, & racial justice for BIPOC communities. She’s driven to influence how structural and systemic decisions impact people on an individual, local, and global level. She currently supports AMPT: Advancing Nonprofits in developing programming that centers Black and Latine nonprofit leaders and organizations, and in transforming philanthropy by addressing systemic racialinequities and serving as a model for anti-racist systems and processes.As a health and wellness enthusiast, Jaz loves to move her body and try new meal recipes! She lives with a growing number of houseplants because she’s obsessed with propagation. Connect with Jaz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jazmin-ocampo


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2 years ago
1 hour 7 minutes 49 seconds

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LeeAnn Webster: Live Without Regrets

We’ve all experienced regrets on some level on our quest to achieve our goals and aspirations. My guest LeeAnn Webster is no stranger to regrets. She doesn’t see it as bad. Instead, she learned to use regrets as her navigation system. It guided her path to a life of joy, adventure and fulfillment.

 

In this episode LeeAnn shares:

  • How to use an energetic container to support your well being
  • The value in pausing to relish in your accomplishments
  • How commitment, alignment and detachment play well together
  • Why she commits to herself over anything else
  • How to use regrets as a navigation tool

 

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Who is LeeAnn Marie Webster?

LeeAnn Marie Webster is the creator of No Regrets FormulaTM and host of the Full Self Expression Forum. She is an attorney turned international Keynote speaker, Moth Story Slam winner, and entrepreneur with 20 years’ experience in marketing and business development in a range of industries.

LeeAnn has a substantial event background, having successfully produced 130+ virtual summits and founding the largest speed dating company in Southern California. Her entrepreneurial journey started when she became the first person to host a speed dating event outside of the Jewish community, ultimately creating the largest speed dating company in Southern California (“Rapid Dating”).

Her first national TV appearance was as a contestant on MTV’s Remote Control. Since then, her entrepreneurial insights have been featured in NBC, The Huffington Post, The Los Angeles Times, and dozens more. Through her No Regrets Formula, she helps women leaders find a deeper sense of connection to themselves in order to feel more engaged, increase confidence, and live a more joyful life. She is also the creator of Fancy Meeting Me Here, her inspirational one woman show.


Connect with LeeAnn

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leeannmariewebster/

Instagram:@leeannmwebster

YouTube: LeeAnnMarieWebster

 

Website:

www.LeeAnnMarieWebster.com

www.LeeAnnSpeaks.com


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2 years ago
48 minutes 42 seconds

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Tami Chapek: Road Trip to Clarity

Have you ever questioned what it would be like to disrupt your routine to connect with the next version of you? Then you’re gonna really appreciate this episode.  My friend, Tami Chapek tossed her well-orchestrated plan to the side. And she and her dog Lula, packed their lives in a storage unit and ventured off to a road trip of discovery. Yummy right? In this episode Tami shares the value in: Leaning into an opportunity for a fresh start Walking through big open doors Connecting to the community within you Having flexibility with your me-time Being in tune with your gifts and make the world betterConnect with Melanie

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Learn More about Tami ChapekTami Chapek, a seasoned Executive Leadership and Career Coach supports women and underrepresented groups to become leaders, regardless of title or tenure, to stretch beyond their current level and amplify their influence and impact. Tami empowers individuals to identify and reach professional and leadership goals, overcome barriers to success, and own their leadership development and career advancement. Connect with Tami Chapekwebsite: WeInspireWe.comLinkedIn: TamiChapekIG @weinspirewe


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2 years ago
53 minutes 57 seconds

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Nadine Hottat: Nourish Your Feminine Healing Garden

Have you ever stopped to consider what healing means for you?

Well, I have. I’m still sorting through it. I find myself defining and redefining as I continue to evolve.One of the things that gets under my skin is seeing how women’s health is consistently undervalued. 

In this episode, Nadine Hottat, enlightens us with a broader perspective on healing. We pause to reflect on· The art and science of medicine· The importance of identifying what healing means for you· How to nourish the soil of your healing garden· Inclusion of resources beyond conventional medicine· Passive and active facilitation of your own health· How to rally your own healing energies· Her reverence for the depth of the well that women draw from spiritually, emotionally and physically

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Learn More about Nadine HottattNadine Hottat is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Certified Nurse Midwife. She has advanced professional training in Integrative and Functional Medicine for Women, She is the owner of Enlighten Health Care, focusing on personalized Integrative Medicine and Coaching. She weaves principles and practices of natural, nutritional, botanical, and mind/body medicine into a Feminine Medicine approach, honoring the unique and essential dynamics of feminine energy as a rich resource for healing and well-being.

Connect with Nadinehttps://nadinehottat.com/


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2 years ago
1 hour 9 minutes 21 seconds

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Paula Frank: Faith Walk to Joy

Do you remember when you loved your role so much that it became a part of your identity?

Some may know you as Mother, Doctor, CFO, First Lady, Vice President, Principal, Professor, wife or something else.

Then one day you realize that something is off. The thrill and your motivation to continue is this way is going, going . . .gone.

Then it occurs to you that you’ve lost touch with who you are beyond your role, title or social status.

Here’s the thing. The fulfillment is no longer present because your connection to this role is no longer aligned.

That role was simply a stop along the way to prepare you for something greater.

Your evolution is happening. And it’s calling for you to pause, reflect and purposefully realign.

Tune into to the latest episode of She Chose Joy w/Melanie Podcast.

Paula Frank shares her journey from a corporate executive and strategic visionary to Fortune 500 brands to delivering joy through gift-giving daily as Owner of Luxe and You Gifts & Floral Designs

In this episode, Paula shares:

· The gift and power of volunteerism

· How your journey influences where you’re going

· How to discover who you are beyond your corporate identity

· The necessity of moving through the painful messy middle to discover who she’s meant to be


Who is Paula Frank

Former corporate executive turned entrepreneur, Paula Frank, turned her twenty-year, part-time floral design and gift box passion for friends and family into a full-time labor-of-love as founder and lead designer of Luxe & You Gifts and Floral Design.

Paula has extensive expertise and a proven track record for providing strategic vision and operational experience to Fortune 500 brands. She consistently delivered proactive and pioneering approaches for a modern workforce and became known for several first-time transformation achievements.

Marrying her business expertise and natural creativity, Paula launched Luxe & You Gifts and Floral Design in October 2022, with a mission to deliver joy through gift-giving daily.


Connect with Paula on IG @lux_n_you

Luxe & You Gifts and Floral Designs 


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2 years ago
44 minutes 14 seconds

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Sprinkles of Joy is found when we get curious and choose to play in those spaces between what our heart knows to be true and what our mind is trying to reconcile. This is where yummy moments like that organically unfold through heartfelt conversations with visionary woman.