Creating the Vision

In the closing episode of season one of 'Creating the Vision,' I reflect on the journey of the past 43 episodes, discussing varied topics and connecting with entrepreneurs and corporate individuals.  We highlight the importance of taking a break for personal rejuvenation and planning for an exciting season two centered around storytelling and impactful guests. Key lessons shared include the import...

In this episode of 'Creating the Vision', I welcome guest Carl Staib, owner of SOP Guide, who shares his insights into developing effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for both corporate entities and entrepreneurs.  Carl emphasizes the importance of SOPs in saving time and money, streamlining processes, and reducing friction in business operations. He explains how simple, focused SOPs can...

In this Mental Health Month episode of 'Creating the Vision', I welcome guest Wendy Pomerantz, the founder and personal stylist behind Antidote Styles, who has dedicated her career to helping women revolutionize their image and self-confidence through fashion.  Wendy, with a degree in fashion merchandising from Florida State University, discusses her transition from retail merchandising to persona...

In this Mental Health Month episode of 'Creating the Vision', I welcome guest Mitzi Ocasio, founder of Let's Think LLC and a children's book author, to share her insights on mental health, the importance of controlling overthinking, and leveraging personal stories for healing and empowerment.  Mitzi discusses her journey of exploring her mental health through her podcast, 'Let's Think with Mitzi',...

In this episode of 'Creating the Vision', we kick off Mental Health Month by inviting Dr. Andre Caruso, a psychologist and personal trainer for the brain, to discuss the importance of mindset and behavior for mental health.  We explore the concept of mental fitness similar to physical training and delve into Dr. Andre's background from hospitality to psychology, emphasizing his work in melding men...

This episode of 'Creating the Vision' focuses on the importance of setting boundaries around our goals to enhance productivity and maintain peace of mind.  We talk about the need for clear boundaries and highlight the challenges many face with saying 'no' and the potential consequences, such as burnout and stress, and the episode explores strategies for setting hard and soft boundaries across vari...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I sit down with Richard Woo, founder and wealth advisor at Catalyst Planning Partners, to discuss the intertwining aspects of money, purpose, power, and relationships.  Richard, who oversees over 600 million in client assets, shares his life mission and the impact he aims to make on the world through financial advising. The conversation delves into Richard's...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I sit down with Carroll Van Hook Weaver, the Director of Leasing and Marketing for Kenect, a revolutionary living space concept. The discussion revolves around Carroll's extensive background in hospitality, customer service, and housing development, shedding light on her journey with Kenect since its inception in Nashville and Phoenix.  Carroll shares detail...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I sit down with Daniel Wakefield, a former high school teacher turned renowned photographer. Daniel shares his journey from wildlife photography in Canada to becoming an influential headshot photographer under the mentorship of Peter Hurley.  He founded TopTier Headshots, combining his passion for genuine human expression with photography to boost people's c...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I discuss the importance of journaling for personal growth and well-being.  Sharing personal anecdotes and scientific evidence, the episode explores journaling's benefits, including stress reduction, improvement in mood, and increased memory strength. I also share about overcoming a traumatic experience through journaling, emphasizing its healing power.  Add...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I'm joined by Dr. Julie Radlauer, an expert in social influences of mental health. Dr. Radlauer discusses her collaborative and curious approach to educating communities, organizations, and individuals on creating impactful mental health improvements. With over 25 years of experience, she emphasizes the importance of social support, connectedness, and addres...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I'm joined by Andrew Shayde, a Kentucky native with a remarkable life story that spans Reality TV, graphic novel authorship, and substantial non-profit work.  Andrew shares his experiences on CBS's 'The Amazing Race' and 'Buddy Games,' as well as the Disney Channel's 'Naked and Afraid,' detailing how these adventures contributed to his personal growth, confi...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I'm joined by Susan Winograd, an expert on integrative wellness and owner of an integrative wellness company called Lead Wellness.  We talk about the company's vision and the strategies they use to help so many men and women optimize their health and achieve health independence. Susan emphasizes the significance of personalized approaches, mentorship, and un...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, we explore the concept of positive habits, goals, and how they interplay in our lives.  We talk about the importance of establishing a foundation of positive daily practices to achieve the desired end goal. Using examples from my own experiences, I explain how setting small, achievable daily tasks contributes to the ultimate aim, and how following a specific...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, we discuss the importance of setting personal, professional and 'play/fun' goals as part of 'Focus February'.  We cover the need for these goals to not just be aspirations but actionable plans that are consistently pursued. These core goals are the big ones, the overarching ambitions which conclude at the destination.  I also share about an upcoming free mas...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, we discuss the significance of having a clear 'word of the year' which helps guide goal setting for the year, as we talked about in our last episode.  Today, we go deeper and explore the process of developing core values and a mission statement, which are keys to self-understanding and achieving personal and professional goals. We also talk about vision boar...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I'm excited to introduce Focus February, an initiative I've created to help you articulate and achieve your goals for the year 2024. As I break down my process of annual goal setting, I want to underline the importance of choosing a 'Word of the Year' as an anchoring point for both your personal and professional achievements. I'll guide you through the conce...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I speak with Emily Siegel, a friendship mentor and podcast host, who shares her journey in establishing and supporting a community of motivated moms, conveying her belief that moms don't have to face motherhood alone.  She guides busy moms on creating supportive circles of friends through auditing existing connections, managing expectations, and being intent...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I speak with Lori Oberbroeckling, a successful working mother, who shares her insights and strategies about being a 'super mom'.  Lori, a corporate leader, trainer, podcaster, productivity expert, and author of 'The Mom Secrets of Supermom', discusses how she balances career, side hustles, and family life. She reveals how her book was inspired by observing h...

In this episode of Creating the Vision, I speak with Graham Cochrane, a seven-figure entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author.  Graham shares his journey of self-discovery after losing his job and his initial dream of being a rockstar, which led him to build multiple successful businesses while working fewer hours each week.  He emphasizes the importance of dreaming again, living in aut...

In this episode, I interview Alyshia Ochse, an actress and author known for her roles in 'True Detective', 'The Other Black Girl' and her podcast 'That One audition'.    We discuss Alyshia's book 'Life Letters', and its powerful role in shaping my own life decisions and career change from corporate to a creative field. We emphasize the importance of embracing creativity, setting specific intention...

Welcome to 2024! I'm starting off our new year of Creating the Vision with my thoughts on how to cultivate a growth mindset in 2024 and beyond. We often think that a new year has to bring massive changes right off the bat, but that's simply not true. Since I was a kid, I understood the importance of consistent learning as part of growth, and it's something I have taken in my work, business, parent...

In the last episode of 2023, I want you to acknowledge and celebrate this year's achievements, despite any hardships or failures. It's so important to live authentically and strive for better versions of ourselves each and every year.  My challenge for you: find your word for 2024. Why? Choosing a 'word of the year' can act as a personal motivator or guide throughout the good and hard moments.  I'...

In this episode of 'Creating the Vision', I speak with Beth Norcross, the founder of the Center for Spirituality in Nature. Beth shares her perspective on the interconnectedness of nature and spirituality, suggesting that aligning with nature can bring us back to a centered state in times of chaos.  Through various examples, she highlights how the natural world often holds lessons to be resilient...

In this episode of 'Creating the Vision', I speak with Liz Toombs, known for her remarkable work in decorating sorority interiors and having her designs on over 100 campuses across 25 states.  Liz shares about her journey in interior design, starting from her childhood interest rooted from her realtor grandfather to realizing her passion for designing sorority houses. Liz talks about the unique ch...