Own Your Awkward: Conversations on Authenticity, Growth and the Power of Being Different

For 25 years, Susan has worked as a corporate trainer in the U.S. and internationally, with only one goal in mind: To help business professionals look and sound as smart as they are. Her programs are just three hours, but they contain the main elements busy business pros need to succeed. Susan would love to help your organization's associates be recognized as the best and brightest.  Please as...

Karen Briscoe is the creator of the transformative "5 Minute Success" concept.  Her books Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day: Secrets of a Top Agent Revealed and Commit to Get Leads:  66 Day Challenge® offer a combination of information and inspiration delivered through memorable stories. The daily format with takeaways propels one to achieve success at a higher level in business and...

The Peace Bus, Mobile Podcast and Humanitarian Aid, was created by Kwabi Amoah-Forson from the desire to create a space to ignite solidarity throughout communities. This vision has lead him to campaign for peace both nationally and internationally, from London, England to Dublin, Ireland. The Peace Bus mission is to promote the principles of peace and solidarity with conversation and giving to tho...

Amy Blaschka has made a career offering “stories as a service.” From her degree in film to her two and a half decades spent branding products, places, and people, to founding her writing practice, Amy has always understood the impact of weaving an engaging tale. She is a collaborative writer, working with partners to bring to life compelling narratives. Amy also helps leaders craft their stories a...

JOE, the Connection Counselor is the host of the "Why It Works" podcast and author of the "Unlock Your" series of books. Whether coaching busy professionals or inspiring audiences, his goal is to help you unlock the best version of yourself. Joe received his B.A. in Psychology from the University of Virginia and his J.D. from Georgetown University. Joe’s first book, Unlock Your...

Dr. Melissa Hughes is a self-proclaimed neuroscience geek, author and keynote speaker. Having spent the first decade of her professional career in education observing how the brain works through the lives of her students, she realized there were simple, applicable tools that could optimize performance outcomes and improve their overall learning processes.  Understanding how to learn, how to solve...

Meet April Hall the Data Gal! She is on a mission to help people understand the numbers behind their business. Data can be scary, but it doesn't have to be if you break it down. April takes the fear out of the numbers so you can make the right decision you need based on the facts. Get merch, join a course and more! Check out all the ways you can support this show and host at: https://linktr.ee...

Deb Helfrich has been on a lifelong journey to learn how to best use our thinking equipment. After earning a degree in Philosophy from Carnegie Mellon, she worked as a software consultant for two decades making sure that HR systems worked impeccably to ensure employee's paychecks landed in their bank accounts at the precise moment the money was relied on. Bridging communication canyons between...

Jordan is a Northwestern and Kellogg School of Management graduate, a two-time startup founder, a TEDx speaker, and a #1 best-selling author. His upcoming book, The Journey to Cloud Nine, provides a new approach to the personal development world by using fictional storytelling to reveal some of life's most meaningful principles. Jordan has been asking hundreds of people around the world how th...

Meet Carole Freeman.  Carole is a keto coach. You may know her by Keto Carole and recognize her from her show Keto Chat. In today's episode you will learn the story behind her journey. About a time before she was Keto Carole and what life-changing events happened to start her transition to a new life.  Check out her podcast and learn more by visiting her website at Keto Carole - Keto Carole Ge...

An expert on authentic leadership, Kimberly Davis shares her inspirational message of personal power, responsibility, and impact with organizations across the country and teaches leadership programs world- wide; most notably, her program “ OnStage Leadership ” which runs in NYC and Dallas, TX.  Additionally, Kimberly teaches Authentic Influence and Executive Presence for Southern Methodist Univers...

With a background in acting, Lila Smith has learned not only how to say things with more flair, but also to help you use your words to "Say Things Better" as you will learn about in this episode. Ever feel like you’re playing a character? Maybe your words don’t feel like your own. Maybe your whole life feels like someone else wrote it. Well, we aren’t characters, but we can use human cha...

Meet Rabbi Yonason Goldson: Yonason works with leaders to create a culture of ethics that builds trust, sparks initiative, and drives productivity. Whether live or virtual, keynotes or training, group programming or executive coaching, he'll guide you through the 3000-year-old secrets that will empower you to transform your business, your brand image, and your life. Buy books by Yonason Goldso...

Constance Santego is a Master Educator of the Holistic Arts, Author of five books, two which are series. She is known for bridging the body, mind and soul consciousness to create your dreams into reality. In 1999, she opened a school which became accredited in the holistic arts and ran that until 2012 teaching students from all over the world. Constance’s background is in business, owning her firs...

Nicholas Wheeltalk is an entrepreneur with 10+ years of experience.  He owns and operates 3 companies and has found extra time to start a YouTube channel which has surmounted 500 subscribers in 5 months. He's married, and a father of 3. Running a business is a lot like having a family. It takes communication and a great attitude. He will be sharing some of his secrets to be successful at both....

Get to know Corrine Petteys as she opens up to share stories of her world travels and how her life of adventures grew from awkward tragedy. Follow Corrine Petteys on Facebook and watch for her upcoming shows and more! Get merch, join a course and more! Check out all the ways you can support this show and host at: https://linktr.ee/OwnYourAwkward For more information on how you can Own Your Awkward...

Maria is a local Registered Dietitian who works at a hospital to support others aiming to eat healthier. She acknowledges that there are diets that are necessary for managing health and chronic conditions, however Maria embraces this challenge with her clients through thoughtfulness, mindfulness and humor. It is important for her to give light to the hard work and struggles we - mind, body, and so...

Tim Marlowe is all about local! Think of this as a way to give the power back to the local community. SMART Advertisement’s plan to stay active and involved with communities in order to help impact the masses has already started. We have created the application, BD Local (Backseat Driver), which will be the platform that allows our local small business owners to thrive during a recession. BD Local...

Join us for Birungi Birungi! Birungi is a native of Uganda who has been living in the United States for the last 10 years. A graduate of Seattle University, he wears many hats. During the day, he works for a Fortune 500 company that specializes in amazon advertising. In the evenings, he is a soccer coach working with a local Seattle kids soccer club. At night (and on weekends), he is a comedian. H...

Join today's episode as we chat with the team from LAF Tech.  Marcelle Allen and Brian Trendler make it their mission to teach others how to use humor in business to be remembered.  LAF Tech hosts seminars and events weekly to teach you how to bring humor into your presentations as well as how to grow your business with a more personal touch. Get merch, join a course and more! Check out all th...

Sarah Elkins, Chief Storymaker, Elkins Consulting Sarah is a speaker, workshop facilitator, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, musician and storyteller. Her clients are executives and teams committed to building relationships through improved communication, authentic connection, and curiosity, using storytelling as the foundation of her work. Her podcast, Your Stories Don’t Define You. How You Tell...

Ben Walker is the founder and CEO of Transcription Outsourcing, LLC in Denver, Colorado, which provides transcription services to the legal, law enforcement, medical, financial, academic, and business industries.  Ben has become known worldwide as an expert in helping companies grow by utilizing the services of freelancers and contracted employees. He makes regular podcast appearances and has been...

Amy Podolsky is a national Trainer and Educator for Ageless Grace Brain Health Fitness, a program based on the science of Neuroplasticity - the ability to change your brain, regardless of age or ability! As it turns out, PLAY - and yes, that means getting awkward! - is the key to firing up new neurons in your brain - and firing up your life, too.   In addition, Amy is a freelance writer, a dancer,...

Genevieve Denise Photography:  Genevieve honed her visual story-telling skills through years of capturing weddings, fashion shows, farm-to-table imagery, brand photography, and more. Look for her work in Historic Living Tacoma magazine and BD Local and her first book publication soon for Tacoma Aroma Flavor. Follow her on Instagram or Facebook @genevievedenisephoto for a glimpse into her colorful...

Fueled by a love of the English language, a passion for writing, and the belief that success is determined not by the great things one achieves, rather one’s ability to empower others to achieve greatness.; J.C. Allen has embarked on a mission to use the power of the written word to create experiences that challenge his readers to live lives of amity and authenticity. Watch for his next book and l...