Discover Fresh Perspectives

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Conor Cuneen will share his wisdom on setting micro goals, the importance of a positive workplace, and how building self-worth leads to increased productivity. He’ll recount an uplifting story about a job seeker's journey from self-doubt to confidence, shining a light on the emotional impact of volunteer work. Tune in for Conor's practical tips that make...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Erin shares her  experiences with entitlement in a range of settings, from her past role as the Executive Director of a nonprofit long-term care home through the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic, to her current position in the real estate industry. Furthermore, Erin opens up about confronting entitlement at home while raising her children in today's complex wor...

Send us Fan Mail Michel Neray has always danced on the delicate tightrope between creativity and logic. With an MBA furnishing his understanding of the business world and a natural inclination towards the written word, Michel forged his path as an advertising copywriter. His early career days were filled with crafting narratives for significant ad campaigns, where he honed his skills by blending h...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we dive into the need for nurturing leadership potential, the role community plays in enlivening individuals, and how these principles can permeate corporate environments to cultivate well-being and success. Prepare for an engaging conversation that connects the dots between personal responsibility, community support, and transformative leadership. Let's ignite som...

Send us Fan Mail Devin Bisanz's journey is not only one of resilience but also of inspiration. In college, Devin's life took an unexpected turn due to a traumatic brain injury from a motorcycle accident. This led to an intensive period of rehabilitation at the brain injury center, where Devin faced the challenges of recovery head-on. Despite the challenging road to healing, Devin's...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to "Discover Fresh Perspectives." Today, we've got the incredible Sara Wesbrook with us—a true pioneer in emotional resilience and a guiding voice for embracing individuality. With 18 years under her belt, Sara's expertise spans from serenading with her songs to empowering the corporate world with the skills to not just survive, but thrive amidst a...

Send us Fan Mail Joining me today is Nathen Aswell, a friend whose solo pilgrimage along the renowned Camino de Santiago led to a series of life-altering revelations and a willingness to stay completely present in each and every moment. Nathen's odyssey was marked by physical challenges, (including a painful battle with shin splints); however his relentless desire to complete the task he set...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm joined by the energetic and disciplined business consultant, Michelle Ricketts. Michelle talks about her lifelong passion for fitness, starting with track and field in high school and progressing to bodybuilding and various other activities. She shares insights on maintaining a busy schedule while prioritizing fitness, her preference for solitary workouts...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine going from struggling with dyslexia in school to buying and turning around struggling colleges, all without a college degree at the start. Steve's tale is not just about personal success; it's also about the power of relationships and the crucial role they play in our professional lives. In this episode, you'll hear how a wake-up call from a boss turned into...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "Discover Fresh Perspectives," Carol Schulte joins David Gouthro for an insightful conversation about the power of communication and connection. Carol shares about her unique experiences living in eleven different countries and speaking five languages, emphasizing the importance of language in building deep connections. She delves into the motives behi...

Send us Fan Mail Jesse Kemp is a Learning and Development Specialist at Western Forest Products. Jesse helps organizations design and implement effective training and development programs for their employees. He uses a variety of engagement strategies to ensure he maximizes attention to support the overall retention of new information and then strive to assess the application. There is a differenc...

Send us Fan Mail Brandi Heather is a visionary advocate for the health and well-being of frontline caregivers, challenging conventional strategies with her innovative perspective on the power of play. She recognizes the often standardized and ineffective methods of supporting those who dedicate their lives to caring for others. With a bold conviction that the current system is failing, Brandi offe...

Send us Fan Mail Movers-and-shakers in the sustainability arena can check out Bob’s Sustainability Advantage website . In addition to overviews of his five books, and an opportunity to subscribe to his six Master Slide Decks of over 900 slides, these resources are freely available: Five sustainability assessment and reporting tools Two tools that frame the business case for a company transitioning...

Send us Fan Mail Sarah is a renowned expert in the field of recognition and the benefits it provides . . . when done right! 1. Content and ideas Sarah mentioned in our podcast--a veritable treasure trove of great resources:  https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1P2tadqXo5cCgAKIMAoyzmdTsNG2CGIv3 2. A newly launched podcast with Sarah and her awesome daughter, Simonne, entitled "The Great...

Send us Fan Mail Nico is an experienced leadership and teamwork expert with a demonstrated history of working with leaders and their teams. Skilled in Business Planning, Coaching, Leadership Development, Entrepreneurship and Team Building, Nico helps individuals and teams find meaning in what they do.  In this conversation we chat about how joy is not something to be pursued, but rather it is the...

Send us Fan Mail Women's heart attacks often go undiagnosed. As Adrienne says, "Needless ignorance seems like a stupid reason to die."    Share this video widely to help get the word out for women and the people who love them: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnF7vBt8fAE     You can reach out to Adrienne at heart@leaderslanding.com   Links:  * If you know someone who is about to have...

Send us Fan Mail Alan and his family summited Mount Everest--all at the same time, setting a world record. More than just a physical achievement though, Alan discusses the human mind and the effective functioning of a team through the lens of someone trained as an engineer!  Alan is the author of "Summits of Self: The Seven Peaks of Personal Growth" and "The Family that Conquered Ev...

Send us Fan Mail Understanding why it is important to understand Night Owls and Early Birds to better accomodate their differences in the work place.  Author and consultant Carolyn Schur has written "Birds of a Different Feather: Early Birds and Night Owls Talk About Their Characteristic Behaviors" as well as examining "Better Health and Safety for Shiftworkers" at https://aler...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I engage in a candid conversation with Alison Abbott, a talented professional in the marketing industry who has been navigating the challenging job market after being laid off due to company reorganization. Alison shares her experiences of the job hunt, the obstacles she has faced, and the strategies she has employed to differentiate herself in a flooded market. Th...

Send us Fan Mail Marion Grobb Finkelstein is an award-winning leader who works with other leaders who want to connect better with clients, colleagues, bosses, and employees. She delivers workshops and coaching virtually, in-person, and doles out workplace communication tips with her enews. Interested? Check out www. MarionSpeaks.com PS: Marion's ebook, "The Finkelstein Factor (What to do...

Send us Fan Mail Lance Secretan is the author of 24 books and co-author of many more.  In today's episode we explore about why he feels that leadership is broken.  As a spiritual thought leader and the world’s foremost authority on inspiration, Lance has spent 50 years guiding corporations and their leaders in building inspiring cultures. He has adapted the philosophy and concepts that have w...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea is the founder of Kyosei Consulting where for the last 23 years she has been helping individuals and organizations through leadership and employee training, consulting and coaching. Andrea can be reached at andrea@kyoseiconsulting.com .  Her coaching website can be explored at https://kyoseicoaching.com or for leadership training at https://kyoseiconsulting.com . [Andrea&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is a deeply personal and inspiring journey that touches the heart of a challenge faced by many, yet understood by few—living with epilepsy. We follow the saga of Gary Collins, whose life was forever altered in 1985 when a sudden seizure led to an epilepsy diagnosis. Gary's story delves into the profound effect of epilepsy, not just physically but emotiona...

Send us Fan Mail Sami Jo has been speaking professionally since she started playing hockey with the National Team in 1997. Sami Jo has earned the highest designation as a speaking professional, the CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) in which there are only just over 500 worldwide and only a handful of former athletes. When many of her teammates shied away from the microphone, Sami Jo was quick...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation we chat about how Boyd manages to stay sane and comfortable in an increasingly polarized world. You may not agree with his approach; however, it is likely to make you think a bit--which is what Discover Fresh Perspectives is all about! I highly recommend you listen to the previous episode to get a sense of this feisty octogenarian who has more spunk than folks...