Planners on Purpose Podcast

Have you ever been busy working, but not necessarily being productive? In this episode, I'll share with you three ways to be productive rather than spending your time being busy for the sake of being busy. Episode Highlights: Being busy is all about being occupied, but with what? You can be busy doing many things but are you moving the needle forward.  Being productive means that you are prod...

As event planners we should know about what burnout is and how it actually can affect our performance in our careers. This episode walks through what burnout is, the effects of burnout, and discuss how you can make adjustments to be more aware of stress in your life doing forward.  Episode highlights: Burnout is a syndrome that results from occupational stress. In event planning, there are many co...

This week’s episode we are digging deeper into Opposition Factors that affect us and may prevent us from reaching our goals. In episode 43 we discussed the common internal oppositions that appear for us, and this week, we are discussing several external oppositions. Episode Highlights Seeking the validation from others can help in some cases, however if validation isn’t favorable, it is important...

Opposition is what happens when you start to move to completing your goals. This week's podcast discusses three common areas of opposition and what you can do to overcome them. Have you created a life plan yet? Well, creating a plan for where you want to go, only helps you as you journey to your destination. Consider listening to Episode 41 How to Create a Life Plan to Meet Your Goals to get...

In this episode we discuss why having accountability is crucial to you meeting your goals. I discuss 3 unique reasons why accountability matters. I also share some updates on our book club and that we have a new book club selection that we'll be discussing on March 3rd. Links and Resources Register for the Upcoming Book Club on March 3rd Thank you so much for listening to this episode. If you...

In this episode, we will discuss how to create a life plan to meet your goals. Because, life plans are important just as much as plans for your events are. So to be purposeful, to be intentional, you will need to create a plan of action for your life.  Episode Highlights (bullets below) Life plans are important for keeping track of where you are, and where you want to go.  Securing a tool for you...

It's a New Year, and many of us are thinking that resolutions are not exciting given where we've been. However, in this episode, I talk about how focusing on action in the New Year is important to your success. Episode Highlights How reflecting on your past, can help you understand what you don't want to continue, and where you want to go. How visualizing your success will help you...

This episode is all about how to be intentional about the New Year. You may despise New Years Resolutions, but you don't want to be caught out there without a plan. Times are tough, and many times we aren't able to get through it without a plan of action on how we will endure. So when you listen this this podcast, you'll be able to walk through these five ways to be intentional abou...

Ada Ketchie and Nathan Getzin are alchemists of the human heart, helping people cultivate greater mindfulness, healing, and self-actualization through the ineffable power of music. As co-founders of Wakes they use their expertise as musicians, storytellers, yoga teachers, healers, and coaches to create experiences that offer radical transformation of mind, body and spirit. Their mission is to help...

Katherine Frost is the Founder of ORO, a new all-in-one digital planning solution that is designed to help event planners plan their event effortlessly with less stress and more productivity. In this interview Katherine and I explore how she started her career, the journey of entrepreneurship and get a sneak peak of her new tool ORO.  Episode Highlights Oro was created to help event planners relie...

This episode features Ashley Jackson Thompson. Ashley is the Owner of Timeless Dreams Events who her mission is to provide terminally ill people and their family members with a timeless dream event on how they celebrate life and love. Her company plans various events at minimal notice due to each unique and sensitive situation. Ashley has been able to turn her own personal pain into purpose, and a...

My guest Tracey Fuller has learned how to thrive as an entrepreneur after starting her first company, Happy Occasions, 32 years ago in response to a personal tragedy. Nearly three decades later, she leads the team at InnovativEvents, providing event décor, backstage management, and overall coordination and management of all production aspects. She has produced dozens of corporate events – sometime...

Sharee Cammon has a story of purpose and perseverance. Sharee's mission is to help the Black community break free from the debilitating chains of economic inequality and oppression. She's the owner of Creative Call Marketing and the creator of the B.A.M. Business Academy.  This academy is a community based membership platform with a built-in learning and mentorship platform that serves B...

In this episode, I'll be giving you some quick tips for planning a stress-free Thanksgiving holiday.  Planning events is one thing, but planning for family is another. Here are some quick tips to ensure that not only you but everyone that attends your gathering has a wonderful time.  Links of Note Planners on Purpose Book Club Zoom Thanksgiving  Happy Thanksgiving! Support the show Share toda...

In this episode I welcome Tom Pick, a digital marketing consultant who helps B2B clients improve their online visibility, increase brand awareness, and generate leads through SEO, social media, and content marketing. He's the editor of the Webbiquity b2b marketing blog and author of "The Ultimate Guide to Content Marketing Software." Tom is committed to guiding his customers to have...

Today we welcome Gillian Behnke, creator of Mom Camp Life to the podcast. Her and I have a wonderful conversation about being a mom, having the juggle all of the things. As a busy mom of two, Gillian cares deeply about helping other moms feel better both mentally and physically. She believes that motherhood does not equal with exhaustion, and that is possible to thrive mentally, emotionally, physi...

In this episode of the Planners on Purpose podcast, I speak with Jillian Lama certified life and fitness coach, and the creator of The Body You Crave Method. Jillian was able to bring forth some tangible tips on how event planners can manage their physical, and mental health.  Episode Highlights Give yourself compassion and grace and recognize that your brain can create unhealthy habits, but you h...

In this interview we catch up with brilliant mind Ashanti Bentil-Dhue, co-founder of Black in Events and Diversity Ally, and Founder & Director of EventMind. Ashanti takes us through the importance of having an inclusive workplace in the events industry. Episode HighlightsMany event organizations aren't quite there yet with being diverse and more inclusive. There is usually a set time and...

In this episode I speak with Kera Wasserbach all about virtual events. Kera is the co-founder of On The Edge Events and Virtual Events Experts and has a wealth of knowledge with managing and engaging with audiences virtually. Episodes Highlights Virtual events needs to be an experience just as the live events is an experience. Embrace the live virtual experience and the need to really engage with...

In this episode of the podcast, I was able to sit down and have a talk with journaling expert, Mai Oliphant from Shape Mai Life. Mai helps people to use journaling to heal and flourish. We live in uncertain times, and aren't sure of how the end of the year will turn out, much less how 2021 will run. Many event planners have lost jobs, or are working feverishly to protect theirs. Journaling an...

In this episode we discuss how to use Atomic Habits to achieve your goals. Recently in our book club, we discussed the book Atomic Habits by James Clear. It was an immensely transformational read that helped us understand not only what habits are, but how to craft good habits, and dismantle old ones. Enjoy the listen. Episode Highlights A habit is a routine or behavior that is performed frequently...

In this episode, I talk with Amy Branger. Amy is an executive coach and management consultant and has had many positions including working with Presidents and Governors. This episode we discuss leadership and well being and the challenges that both of those affect women, specifically those in midlife. I encourage you to listen and let me know what you think of our discussion by clicking the voice...

In this episode, we will be digging deeper into the concept of perfectionism. If you struggle with being perfect all the time, or have suffered from being held under the microscope of perfect, then this episode is for you. Episode Highlights"It is the belief that when we do things perfectly, and look perfect we can minimize and avoid the pain of blame, judgement, and shame.  Perfectionism is...

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Do you struggle with being perfect? So much so that you failed to make progress? Perfectionism can be very destructive if we let it, so this episode is just what you need to get it in check. Tips to Manage Your Perfectionism Planning the perfect experience includes allowing for imperfections along the way. Perfectionism is like a dirty word wrapped up in a beautiful package. Because no one is trul...