Transacting Value Podcast

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! How much is your experience truly worth? It's a question that haunts anyone facing a career transition, but for military personnel, first responders, and shift workers, the challenge runs even deeper. Their professional identity has been shaped by a culture that values team over self. Don Gleason, founder of Achieve New Heights...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Money coach Sarah Jones takes us on a deeply personal journey through her evolution from crippling financial scarcity to empowered financial decision-making. Sarah challenges conventional thinking about financial wellness, introducing her "six pillars of finance"—creating, spending, saving, investing, organizing, and givin...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Dance movement psychotherapist and relationship coach Chloe De Sousa takes us on a journey through the landscape of embodied healing, revealing how our physical selves hold onto grief, trauma, and joy—and how movement can help us process what we've been carrying. Drawing from her personal experiences of childhood attachment wou...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What is your worth when trauma strips away your identity? Dr. Saloni Surah takes us on a raw, unflinching journey through workplace bullying, stalking, and PTSD that ultimately transformed her understanding of self-value. This powerful episode illuminates the hidden epidemic of workplace bullying in high-pressure environments like m...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What defines your self-worth after experiencing domestic abuse? How do you recognize the red flags in potential partners when your sense of normal has been warped by past trauma? Licensed Professional Counselor Dana Nygaard takes us on a powerful journey through these questions in this deeply personal and practical conversation.  &q...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Sarah Williams discovered the real secret to thriving after military service wasn't about chasing a salary figure or landing the most prestigious position—it was about purpose. After dedicating nearly 30 years to aircraft maintenance in the US Air Force, Sarah faced the question every service member eventually encounters: who a...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! After 22 years in special operations, Mike Taylor traded the intensity of combat for the world of creative entrepreneurship—and the transformation is nothing short of remarkable. In this candid conversation, Mike opens up about the unexpected twists that shaped his post-military life, from the quiet revelations of COVID lockdowns to...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Fleeing Iran during the 1979 revolution, she arrived in America to discover the husband she'd sacrificed everything to join no longer wanted a family. With two young children, no English skills, no money, and no support system, Soodabeh Mokry faced a choice: surrender to despair or forge an entirely new identity. Her journey fr...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Have you ever felt that inexplicable urge to avoid a certain path, or heard that quiet voice warning you of danger? According to spiritual advisor and clairvoyant Sallyann Martinez, those moments aren't random coincidences—they're your guardian angels communicating directly with you. In this enlightening conversation, Sall...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What does it mean to come home from war when so many never will? When Anthony Marquez returned from Afghanistan in 2011 after losing 17 brothers from his battalion, he carried more than memories – he carried a mission that would take years to fulfill. "Make Peace or Die" tells the extraordinary story of one Marine's j...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What happens when you step out of the shadows and into your creative power? Donavon Campbell's journey from background supporter to creative frontman illuminates the path for anyone seeking to express their authentic talents. The Jamaican-born author, songwriter, and life coach shares his remarkable transformation, revealing ho...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What does it mean to navigate a world where the controls are yours to develop? Guy Dazin, author, poet, and professor in Israel, offers a fascinating perspective on processing life's chaos through different "thinking hats." Dazin introduces us to psychological frameworks that shape how we approach problems—from the &q...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What happens when you've dutifully followed everyone else's blueprint for success—only to discover it feels like a prison? Holistic wellness coach DeDee Cai takes us on her remarkable journey. After building what should have been the "American Dream"—complete with corporate career and self-built business—DeDee fo...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Imagine being able to look at any challenge and instantly see it as a pathway to greater potential rather than a limiting obstacle. That's the transformative perspective Laura Brennan Ballet brings to this enlightening conversation. Laura and her brother Christopher have developed a formula that transforms how people respond to...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! When life knocks you down, what makes the difference between staying down and rising stronger? Ann Marie Thrives shares a masterclass in resilience, shaped by her extraordinary journey from childhood immigration to America, a devastating car accident that left her temporarily paralyzed, multiple life-threatening accidents, breast ca...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What if seeing yourself through another lens could completely transform your self-perception? TEDx speaker and professional photographer Julie Ulstrup takes us on a journey exploring how the images we hold of ourselves shape our relationships, career paths, and sense of worth. Julie reveals how photography became her vehicle for hel...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Are you feeling lost in the aftermath of a divorce? You are not alone. In our latest episode of Transacting Value, we dive deep into the emotional turmoil and transformational opportunities that divorce often presents. Join the conversation with Tracey Gramenz, a divorce coach, who shares insights on rediscovering your identity and...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Join us in this heartfelt and profound episode of Transacting Value as we explore the transformative power of resilience through the lived experiences of our guest, Dina Lantzer. From a challenging upbringing in a domestically violent environment to navigating the aftermath of a suicide attempt, Dina shares her journey with raw hone...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Have you ever wondered why some conversations flow effortlessly while others feel stilted and awkward? In this episode of Transacting Value, we dive into a captivating discussion with Dr. Amanda Kenderes about her transformative talk type model. Through her research, she established a framework that reveals how our preferences in co...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What happens when a retired law enforcement officer embarks on a new journey of self-discovery? Join us as we chat with Thomas Carchidi, an inspiring figure whose life story is woven with resilience, heritage, and transformation. As the only child of Italian immigrants, Thomas shares how the grit and determination of his parents sha...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Meet Michael Dillard, a U.S. Army veteran, diplomat, and executive coach, whose remarkable journey from military service to the federal arena is packed with lessons in resilience and adaptability. Join us as we explore the empowering impact of financial literacy and cultural awareness in achieving career success. Michael's jour...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Feeling overwhelmed by the relentless demands of nursing? Join us for a profound conversation with Jeanelle Klassen, a registered nurse and author of "Nursing the Nurse," who opens up about her personal battle with burnout just six months into her career. Discover how her book, program, and innovative app aim to support nu...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What happens when you leap out of a plane thousands of feet in the air? We uncover this and more in our conversation with Ross Mitchell, president of Leaps of Hope and a full-time skydiver. Skydiving isn't just a sport; it's a therapeutic journey that balances emotional highs and lows, providing a release for pent-up emoti...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Our conversation with Sirena delves into the intricate world of childhood development through unstructured play and imagination. Discover how simple, repetitive activities (like throwing rocks) can build problem-solving skills and a deeper understanding of the world. Together, we unpack the generational shifts that have redefined pl...

Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What if your self-worth was tied not to what you do, but to what you've healed? Join us as we explore this profound question with holistic practitioner Nicole Harmony. Through her deeply personal journey, Nicole sheds light on the powerful process of recognizing and mending emotional wounds. By examining the role of childhood e...