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Lead That Thing!

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This Podcast focuses on Leadership. It will feature leaders in the community and will focus on topics that are pertinent and essential for both aspiring and current leaders. We all have responsibilities as leaders to do what’s right for our organizations and customers. The conversations start here!Cover Art By: Kaamya Krishnan

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  1. S5 Ep8: STOP WAIT GO - The Dos and Don'ts of Stress Management

    In the final episode of this Season I cover "The Dos and Don'ts of Stress Management" from my book Stop Wait Go - Rules for a Busy Mind. You can check out a FREE* copy of "Stop Wait Go - Rules for a Busy Mind" (and the other two books in the trilogy) and a visual depiction of the Process Overview...

  2. Quick Announcements

    1. I was interviewed on Emotional Intelligence by Authority Magazine. Check out the article here - Emotional Intelligence Article. 2. Mindshift 2021 - Being a co-author for a book series on personal transformation. 3. The pre-order schedule for the book I am co-authoring with my daughter.

  3. S5 Ep7: STOP WAIT GO - John, The Ambitious Employee

    In this episode, we cover the story of "John - the Ambitious Employee" from my book "Stop Wait Go - Rules for Busy Mind." I lay out: The scenario which poses the problem i.e. not getting a promotion (for which he worked really hard all year) How he deals with the rejection How he gets from STOP…

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  4. S5 Ep6: STOP WAIT GO - Annabel, The Dedicated Friend

    In this episode, we cover the story of "Annabel - the Dedicated Friend" from my book "Stop Wait Go - Rules for Busy Mind." I lay out: The scenario which poses the problem i.e. getting stood up by her friend How she deals with getting ghosted How she gets from STOP to WAIT to GO The actions she...

  5. S5 Ep5: STOP WAIT GO Chapter 5 - Process Overview

    In this episode, we cover Chapter 5 of my book "Stop Wait Go - Rules for Busy Mind." I present the full chapter in audio format and highlight the STOP-WAIT-GO Process including: How to get from STOP to WAIT to GO The decision points involved at each phase Tips to successfully navigate from one...

  6. S5 Ep4: STOP WAIT GO Chapter 4 - Traffic Lights for Our Mind

    In this episode, we cover Chapter 4 of my book "Stop Wait Go - Rules for Busy Mind." I present the full chapter in audio format and highlight the following concepts in relation to managing how we think using analogies about driving on the freeway: The need to "Mind Our Speed" Getting out of...

  7. S5 Ep3: Stop Wait Go Chapter 3 - Input, Process, Output

    In this episode, we cover Chapter 3 of my book "Stop Wait Go - Rules for Busy Mind." I present the full chapter in audio format and highlight: The universal relationship of inputs to outputs Examples of how outputs are influenced by inputs How our thoughts ultimately define our habits and...

  8. S5 Ep2 - Stop Wait Go Chapter 2: Red, Yellow, Green

    In this episode, we cover Chapter 2 of my book "Stop Wait Go- Rules for a Busy Mind" I present the full chapter in audio format and highlight: The role of each light (Red, Yellow, Green) in the traffic signal How our behavior is conditioned in an intersection (and sets it up for how we can apply...

  9. S5 Ep1 - Stop Wait Go Chapter 1: The Purpose of Traffic Lights

    This episode covers Chapter 1 of my book "Stop Wait Go - Rules for A Busy Mind". It presents the full chapter in audio format and highlights: 1. A scenario of a busy intersection without traffic lights 2. The perspectives of each person involved in the intersection 3. The benefits that traffics...

  10. Season 5 Trailer - Empowerment Through Emotional Intelligence

    In Season 5 of Lead That Thing! we cover Emotional Intelligence. I share insights from each chapter of my first book "Stop Wait Go - Rules for Busy Mind" and provide tools and knowledge to improve emotional intelligence, and manage stress. You can check out the book on Amazon.com (Available in...

  11. S4 Ep10 - Empowerment after a Letter to Oprah ft. L.Y. Marlow

    As an award-winning author, fear strategist, and the founder of Saving Promise, a national domestic violence organization inspired by five generations of domestic violence in her family; and founder of MonsteRise, a women empowerment brand that teaches women how to confront their monsters (aka...

  12. S4 Ep9 - Empowerment through the Endotype Formula ft. Laura Hulleman

    Laura Hulleman is the creator of the Endotype Formula. She is a powerful truth teller who lives in the woods of Wisconsin with her 2 sons. She believes everyone should have the permission to be just who they have been designed to be. Sometimes they just need a little help knowing who that is. In...

  13. S4 Ep8 - Empowerment for Women In Tech Part 2 ft. Stephanie Slocum

    Stephanie is the founder of Engineers Rising LLC and author of the Amazon.com bestseller "She Engineers". Stephanie shines light on the barriers to the retention of women in engineering and provides practical training, inspiration, and mentorship through her online platform and programs so that...

  14. S4 Ep7 - Empowerment through AWE-thenticity ft. Auguste Crenshaw

    Auguste Crenshaw is a Business Coach who specializes in strategy, mindset, and sales. Her secret weapon is her Mindset. More importantly, she knows the power is in being "herself"! She loves to transfer knowledge, strategies and infuse confidence in other women in business. In this episode we...

  15. S4 Ep6 - Empowerment by Tapping into your Subconscious ft. Cyrina Talbott

    As a Transformational Coach, Cyrina combines the powerful tool of Rapid Transformational Therapy, with mindset coaching. Helping business owners and individuals understand how to navigate growth and obstacles. In this episode we discuss: 1. How our subconscious programming is embedded within the...

  16. S4 Ep5 - Empowerment through a Mindset of Abundance ft. Teresa Romain

    Teresa Romain has been an abundance coach for nearly 25 years and is a champion for women who experience scarcity with money. Teresa’s passion is to empower women to fully live the unique lives they were created to live, with all the resources they need – including money. In this episode we...

  17. S4 Ep4 - Empowerment for Women Over 40 ft.Trina Ramsey

    Trina is an executive coach, author and motivational speaker. As the founder of the Just Do You Institute for Women’s Empowerment, Trina works with women over 40 who are ready to say yes to themselves, their dreams, and unapologetically own their worth. She also works with nonprofit women...

  18. S4 Ep3 - Empowerment for Women in Tech Part 1 ft. Dr. Toni Collis

    Dr Toni Collis is the CEO of Collis-Holmes Innovations, an award winning leader, International Keynote speaker, Consultant and Leadership Coach. Toni’s career has focused on facilitating the use of technology, and she believes that this requires true diversity in the future leadership of the tech...

  19. S4 Ep2 - Empowerment through Communication ft. Elissa Lansdell

    Elissa Lansdell is the Founder of Rockstar Communications, a one stop shop for self improvement, personal and professional fulfilment, and career success. Elissa’s highly personal approach helps every client easily find their authentic voice, and use that voice to communicate their ideas with...

  20. S4 Ep1 - Empowerment after Trauma ft. Diane Kipper

    Diane is the owner of RISE (Restoring Inner Strength & Energies). RISE offers support through virtual, holistic retreats for women who have experience sexual assault, domestic violence, &/or divorce. RISE became a passion for her after a 3-year legal battle for sexual assault ended with her...

  21. Season 4 Trailer - From Unsure to Unstoppable

    This season, I take a deep dive into Empowerment. I talk to women around the world to understand their journey to empowerment and how they are sharing their wisdom to empower more women! To get the latest updates, subscribe to Lead That Thing! (available on all podcast platforms) and follow the...

  22. Quick Announcements

    There's a lot happening! 1. Women's History Month Articles 2. Book #4 - PG-13: This Material IS Appropriate for Moms and Their Teens 3. Season #4 of Lead That Thing! Links to articles featuring me this month: Authority Magazine's Second Chapters on Medium Womelle's 25 Women to Follow Follow Lead...

  23. S3 Ep10 - Personal Transformation w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Italina Kirknis

    In this episode, I talk to Italina Kirknis, Online presence expert. We discuss: 1. Her mind shifting moment 2. Realizing the "Impermanence" of situations 3. The role of Reflection 4. Her role in helping others define an authentic online presence 5. Her definition of Freedom Contact Italina at -...

  24. S3 Ep9 - Personal Transformation w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Nancy Kalsow

    In this episode, I talk to Leadership Coach Nancy Kalsow. We discuss: 1. Change after 26 years in the Corporate world. 2. Vulnerability, and our tendency to cover it up 3. The role of positive psychology in change 4. How she helps clients with her R.E.A.L. process 5. Her upcoming course…

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  25. S3 Ep8 - Personal Transformation w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Susie Moon

    In this episode I share Susie Moon's story: 1. Her personal transformation 2. Benefits of working with her Abundance Coach 3. The factors that helped her succeed in her transformation journey 4. How she helps people find their true selves 5. Her definition of "Freedom" Contact Susie Moon at -...

  26. S3 Ep7 - Personal Transformation w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Lindsay Rogers

    In this episode, I speak to Lindsay Rogers. We talk about: 1. How she defines her ideas/beliefs 2. The role and importance of reflection and how it can be compared to the infinity sign, the yin and the yang. 3. How change has to come from within, and has to be experienced to determine whether we...

  27. S3 Ep6: REPEAT - The Fifth R of Personal Transformation w/Aruna Krishnan

    In this episode, I cover the final R in Personal Transformation - Repeat. I provide the purpose, method, and benefits of this step. I also introduce the Feedback loop of Absorb-Apply-Adjust and how this type of framework support fast and incremental changes. The key being measurement/assessment....

  28. BONUS - My Appearance on the MOMENTUM Talk Show w/Lindsay Lou Rogers

    Lindsay had me on her show, the MOMENTUM Talk Show, and we talked about: 1. The evolution of my motivational factors 2. The key lessons during the turning point in my life including emotional intelligence, self awareness, having expectations, and the need for validation. 3. Change, the...

  29. S3 Ep5 - REINFORCE - The Fourth R of Personal Transformation w/Aruna Krishnan

    In this episode I talk about the forth R of Personal Transformation - Reinforce. I walk through an example of reinforcement and its dependency on patience and persistence. I also analogize Personal Transformation to Problem Solving and provide an overview of the framework I lay out in my book,...

  30. S3 Ep4 - RESTART: The Third R of Personal Transformation w/Aruna Krishnan

    In this episode, I cover the third R of personal transformation - Restart. I share the three key steps for a successful restart: 1. Having an open mind 2. Focusing on the present 3. Redefining your "Mode of Operation" (M.O.) Join the Lead That Thing Community - here Produced By: Aruna Krishnan

  31. S3 Ep3 - RINSE: The Second R of Transformation w/Aruna Krishnan

    In this episode, I expand on the second "R" of Personal Transformation - Rinse. I share my personal story and how I went about this process focusing on three categories: 1. Belief Systems 2. Interactions 3. Thought Process Join the Lead That Thing Community - here Produced By: Aruna Krishnan

  32. S3 Ep2 - REFLECT: The First R of Transformation w/Aruna Krishnan

    In this episode, I expand on the first "R" of Personal Transformation - Reflect. I provide the three key areas of focus in reflection which become the starting point of an action plan for transformation. Join the Lead That Thing Community - here Produced By: Aruna Krishnan

  33. S3 Ep1 - 5Rs of Transformation w/Aruna Krishnan

    In this episode, I introduce the 5Rs of Personal Transformation. 1. Reflect 2. Rinse 3. Restart 4. Reinforce 5. Repeat Produced By: Aruna Krishnan

  34. Season 3 Trailer - From Fear to Freedom

    This season I take a deeper look at "Personal Transformation" and how to get "From Fear to Freedom"! Join me in this journey as I break down my personal journey and share the lessons I've learned to reach a breakthrough! Subscribe for the latest episodes. Follow the Lead That Thing! community at:...

  35. S2 Ep10 - Team Success w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Jen Thornton

    Jen Thornton, Talent Strategist and Leadership Development Coach shares 4 keys to developing a successful talent base that can support major organizational changes. Her training programs focus on competencies, skills, mindset and a practical application of these elements. Jen can be reached at:...

  36. S2 Ep9 - Team Success w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Susan Drumm

    Susan, Founder of Meritage Leadership, talks about using the Enneagram Model to help identify leadership styles within teams to: Establish people's "Why" and mode of operation Improve team dynamics Developing empathy across the team members Identify blind spots Get more information on the…

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  37. S2 Ep8 - Problem Solving w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Jeff Chatterton

    Jeff talks about Crisis Management and the keys to success and basic rules that need to be in play for effective and timely responses in the time of crisis. Jeff is offering a FREE copy of his book at his website (shipping fees apply) - checkmatepublicaffairs.com Produced By: Aruna Krishnan

  38. S2 Ep7 - Problem Solving w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Robb Conlon

    Robb Conlon, host of Recruiting Hell, talks about his growth as an entrepreneur and his mission to help the millions of people that are out of a job in 2020 and the success stories that have resulted from his work. Robb can be reached at: https://www.westportstudiosllc.com...

  39. S2 Ep6 - Networking w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Lorry Rifkin

    Lorry Rifkin talks about how he, as an introvert, built an avenue for networking through #lunchwithlorry and enables people to connect on a more personal level resulting in friendships, connections and business. Lorry can be reached at https://lunchwithlorry.com OR LinkedIn Produced By: Aruna...

  40. S2 Ep5 - Networking w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Ryan Bennett

    Ryan, founder of Intentional Day, shares the importance of being aware of the 5 people with whom you spend the most time. He talks about how this fact influences your trajectory in terms of personal and professional growth. Ryan can be reached at: https://theintentionalday.com On Instagram...

  41. S2 Ep4 - Resilience w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Trav Bell

    Trav Bell, "The Bucket List Guy" talks about the importance of bucket lists and his journey of overcoming his mental health issues through positive psychology. He emphasizes the importance of defining "Purpose" through the bucket list and getting this done before our "Use-By" date. Travis can be...

  42. S2 Ep3 - Resilience w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Lee Chambers

    Lee, founder of Essentialise Workplace Wellbeing, shares his story of resilience. Having experienced depression, being laid off and losing his ability to walk were all a part of the journey that led him to understand his strength and bring those skills to help others in need. His story is sure to...

  43. S2 Ep2 - Resilience w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Natsune Oki

    Natsune Oki, Entrepreneur, Media Host and Author of "The Game of Self Domination" shares her views on how to get from Fear to Resilience. She shares her evolution as an entrepreneur and how she had to ground her mindset to focus on creation and producing rather than assign blame or feel like a...

  44. S2 Ep1 - Resilience w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Dr Aruna Tummala

    Dr Tummala, a pioneer in the field of Integrative Psychiatry talks about her approach to helping people overcome mental health issues using more holistic and functional approach resulting in increased vitality and resilience. To learn more about Dr Tummala and her approach check out her website -...

  45. Season Finale with Aruna Krishnan & Robb Conlon

    Robb Conlon, Host of Recruiting Hell , is my Guest Host on this episode! We talk about my upcoming book, "Lead That Thing!". Pre-order here Tune in to get some highlights of the book and a chance to win a signed copy by subscribing at: https://www.optim-strategies.com/blog Produced By: Robb…

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  46. S1 Ep26 - w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Beth Armkencht Miller

    Beth, founder of Executive Velocity discusses the three keys to succession planning for businesses and small to medium companies. 1. Identifying your High Potential employees (and distinguishing them from the high performers) 2. Defining your key Values (and the behaviors that align with those...

  47. S1 Ep25 - w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Ralph Peterson

    Ralph Peterson, a Management coach and Best Selling Author talks about how to become a better manager, his use of animals to draw analogies to management issues and styles and his upcoming book. He can be reached at: https://ralphpeterson.com thegoodmanagerbook.com Produced By: Aruna Krishnan

  48. S1 Ep24 - w/Aruna Krishnan ft.Ben Ivey

    Ben provides the 5 keys to having a successful entrepreneur lifestyle. Ben can be reached at: https://www.ben-ivey.com/ Free Resources https://www.ben-ivey.com/overwhelm https://www.ben-ivey.com/procrastination-worksheet Produced By: Aruna Krishnan

  49. BONUS - My Episode on Transcend in Life Podcast

    I was recently a guest on JM Ryerson's podcast, "Transcend in Life". He calls the episode "Living The Dream!". I discuss: 1. My transformation journey 2. Insights that I have drawn from that process 3. How I handle fear and failure 4. How I find opportunities 5. How I define "Freedom" 6. A…

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  50. S1 Ep23 w/Aruna Krishnan ft. Remy Blumenfeld

    Remy, a leading business advisor and coach shares content from his upcoming course "Standout" aimed at helping entrepreneurs to be successful and grow their business. He addresses: 1. Mental Mindset 2. Business Goals 3. Defining your niche Remy can be reached at remyblumenfeld.com Produced By:...

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This Podcast focuses on Leadership. It will feature leaders in the community and will focus on topics that are pertinent and essential for both aspiring and current leaders. We all have responsibilities as leaders to do what’s right for our organizations and customers. The conversations start here!Cover Art By: Kaamya Krishnan

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