Erin Thompson

Aspire for More with Erin

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This podcast is designed to mentor, motivate and create momentum to support the Executive Directors in the senior living industry. The Executive Director role is one of the hardest roles to succeed in due to the constant demands of the expectations from residents, families, home (corporate) office and associates. It is the goal of the host, Erin Thompson, to create an interactive environment that allows active support and mentoring in the same place consistently. A safe and neutral space where the silly questions, the hard and emotional questions can be asked without fear.

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Erin Thompson

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Business

Latest episode

Jun 11, 2026

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Episodes

Perfectionism, Identity, and Comparison...Oh My! 17.04.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! In this episode, we explore the struggles of perfectionism, identity, and comparison, and how they can keep us feeling stuck and inadequate as leaders and in our personal lives. The speaker shares a personal journey of overcoming these challenges, focusing on the importance of building momentum through small, consistent actions, maintaining a positive atmosph...

Why Investing in Yourself Matters with Rose Saenz 27.03.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! Unlocking Leadership Potential in Senior Living Through Coaching: Featuring Rose Signs In this episode, Erin speaks with Rose Saenz, president and operations specialist at RevealSol, about the pivotal role of coaching in senior living leadership. They delve into their personal journeys, emphasizing the transformative impact of coaching on enhancing leadership...

Future Ready Leadership in Senior Living with Jenna Lacharity 20.03.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! In this episode, we explore the essential elements of leadership in senior living, focusing on service and empathy.  Erin sits down with Jenna La Charity, Director of Sales and Marketing at Levante Senior Living and a professor at Algonquin College, to discuss ways to balance business goals with heart-centered leadership.  Jenna shares her journey from social...

Celebrating Care: The Power of Truly Being Seen with Lindsey Daugherty 13.03.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! The Power of Sage's Community-Centric Technology In this episode, the Erin interviews Lindsay Daugherty, Head of Community at Sage, about how Sage is transforming the senior living experience through their innovative technology. The discussion highlights how Sage's product replaces traditional nurse call systems, providing real-time data and insight...

Empathy, Excellence and Effective Leadership in Senior Living with Joseph Cope 06.03.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! Learn more about the 100% Leader here  New ED's Playbook to Creating and IMpactful Community Cultrue Connect with me on LinkedIn Follow me on Facebook where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for their elderly loved ones. Follow me on Instagram where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for...

Why Occupancy isn't the Best Metric to Determine Success 27.02.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! Learn more about the 100% Leader here  New ED's Playbook to Creating and IMpactful Community Cultrue Connect with me on LinkedIn Follow me on Facebook where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for their elderly loved ones. Follow me on Instagram where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for...

Boundaries are Bridges to Keep the Good in and the Bad Out 20.02.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! The Power of Boundaries: Protecting Your Peace and Enhancing Leadership In this episode, we explore the essential role of boundaries in achieving sustainable success and effective leadership. Discussing why boundaries are crucial, Erin shares personal experiences and relatable anecdotes to underline the importance of protecting one’s time, energy, and peace....

Real Talk about Relationships, Real Estate and Regulations inside Senior Living 13.02.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! Real Talk about Relationships, Real Estate and Regulations inside Senior Living In this episode, the host dives into the three core aspects of senior living: relationships, real estate, and regulations. Erin explores the importance of balancing these elements to ensure the success of a senior living community. Through personal anecdotes and professional insig...

Let's Talk About Money and Affording Senior Living 06.02.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! Planning and Financing Senior Care: Insights with Erin Thompson In this joint episode of the 'On the Mark Podcast and Financial Forum,' and Aspire for More with Erin podcast  co-host and guest Erin Thompson and Mark Maimon discuss the complexities of planning and financing senior care. Mark and Erin shares their vast experience in senior living, emp...

We Never Had Control but We Can Create Influence: a conversation w/ Chris Heinz 30.01.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! We Never Had Control but We Can Create Influence In the first guest episode of 2025, Erin welcomes Chris Heinz, owner of Westport One, a talent and recruiting firm specializing in senior living leadership. Chris shares his extensive experience in recruitment, emphasizing the importance of influence over control in effective leadership. They discuss best pract...

What Gets in the Way Becomes the Way 16.01.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! Mastering Your Mindset: Transforming Obstacles into Opportunities In this episode, the Erin dives into the power of mindset and the stories we tell ourselves, examining how these inner narratives shape our reality. Through personal anecdotes and insightful reflections, the episode highlights the importance of recognizing and reframing negative thought pattern...

We are focusing on the Wrong Things...Let's change that 09.01.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! The Power of Relationships in Senior Living Leadership In this solo episode, Erin reflects on the importance of relationships in senior living communities.  Drawing from personal experiences, the Erin emphasizes that authentic connections, not just tasks or outcomes, drive true success.  The discussion spans actionable strategies for leaders to nurture relati...

Reflecting on 2024 and Setting Intentions for 2025 02.01.2025

Send me your feedback on this episode! Reflecting on 2024 and Setting Intentions for 2025 In this solo episode, Erin reflects on the accomplishments and challenges of 2024, discussing important questions to evaluate personal growth and set intentions for the upcoming year. She emphasizes the significance of intentionality, overcoming imposter syndrome, and being clear about one's message and...

The Path to Significant Leadership and Sales in Senior Living 12.12.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! Learn more about the 100% Leader here  New ED's Playbook to Creating and IMpactful Community Cultrue Connect with me on LinkedIn Follow me on Facebook where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for their elderly loved ones. Follow me on Instagram where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for...

Caregiving and Connection With Traci Lamb 05.12.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! Empowering Caregivers with Tracy Lamb and Odessa Connect In this episode, Erin welcomes Traci Lamb, an international business development specialist for OdessaConnect, who shares her personal and professional caregiving journey. Traci discusses the challenges and emotional toll of caregiving, how she transitioned from being a media mogul to dissolving her bus...

Navigating Transitions: Leading Senior Care with Compassion and Strategy 21.11.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! Seamless Transitions: Managing Moves in Senior Living In this episode of 'Aspire for More with Erin,' host Erin discusses feedback from listeners and dives into the sensitive topic of transitioning residents from assisted living to memory care. Erin emphasizes the importance of managing expectations, proactive communication, and understanding the em...

I've Got Your 6: A Conversation with Sherri Kitchens 14.11.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! Learn more about the 100% Leader here  New ED's Playbook to Creating and IMpactful Community Cultrue Connect with me on LinkedIn Follow me on Facebook where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for their elderly loved ones. Follow me on Instagram where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for...

The Art and Science of Odessa Connect a Conversation with Founder Todd Smith 07.11.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! Learn more about the 100% Leader here  New ED's Playbook to Creating and IMpactful Community Cultrue Connect with me on LinkedIn Follow me on Facebook where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for their elderly loved ones. Follow me on Instagram where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for...

From Stuck to Growth: Leadership Insights with Kerry Chartrand 31.10.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! Learn more about the 100% Leader here  New ED's Playbook to Creating and IMpactful Community Cultrue Connect with me on LinkedIn Follow me on Facebook where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for their elderly loved ones. Follow me on Instagram where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for...

Leading with Safety in Mind a conversation with Steve Groth 24.10.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! 4 Key Business Drivers in Senior Living: Impact of Reducing Employee Injuries This episode explores four critical business drivers in the senior living industry that can be significantly improved by minimizing employee injuries. Steve Groth is the guest this week. He is an Insurance Broker from INSURICA and he has an interesting perspective on insurance, work...

Sales Strategies, Bed Bugs and Incontinence, oh my... 17.10.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! Learn more about the 100% Leader here  New ED's Playbook to Creating and IMpactful Community Cultrue Connect with me on LinkedIn Follow me on Facebook where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for their elderly loved ones. Follow me on Instagram where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for...

Unlocking Significance inside Senior Living with Cheri Orcutt 10.10.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! In this episode of the 'Aspire for More with Erin' podcast, Erin sits down with Cheri Orcutt, founder of the Build Community and a seasoned dementia educator and leadership trainer coach. They discuss the essence of leadership in the senior living industry, emphasizing the importance of significance and empathy. Cheri shares her professional journey...

Lets Talk about Leads and Call Centers with Danny Leonhardt 03.10.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! Innovations in Senior Living Lead Management with Danny Linhart In this episode of the 'Aspire for More with Erin' podcast, Erin interviews Danny Linhart, CEO of Lead Genie, a company focusing on contact center and lead management solutions in the senior living industry.  Danny shares his extensive background in senior care, including his previous r...

What Holistic Healthcare Looks Like in Senior living according to Dr. Rocky Samuel, MD 26.09.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! The True Value of Holistic Primary Care This episode discusses the importance and benefits of holistic medicine within primary care. It emphasizes that value-based care is more cost-effective than the current fragmented healthcare system. The conversation between Erin and Dr. Rocky highlights the role of primary care physicians in improving patient outcomes b...

Building a Better Future in Senior Living a Conversation on Change & Sustainability with Paige Hoffman 19.09.2024

Send me your feedback on this episode! This episode explores the concept of 'slowing down to speed up' as a necessary component in achieving sustainable progress. The speaker shares personal experiences of confronting delays in project implementation, stressing the importance of acquiring skills, recognizing roadblocks, and maintaining transparency and trust with team members. The discus...

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