Recipes for Life with Deepa Pulipati

Subscribe at https://bit.ly/RecipesForLifeYT Today's guest is Eduardo Briceño. Eduardo is a global keynote speaker and facilitator who guides many of the world’s leading companies in developing cultures of continuous improvement, innovation, and high performance. His TED talk, “How To Get Better At The Things You Care About,” and his TEDx talk, “The Power of Belief,” have been viewed more than nine million times. His book, The Performance Paradox: Turning the Power of Mindset into Action, was selected as a “Must Read” by the Next Big Idea Club and was shortlisted for the Thinkers50 Breakthrough Idea Award. Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, Eduardo holds bachelor’s degrees in economics and engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, as well as an MBA and M.A. in education from Stanford University. Most importantly, he continues to enjoy lifelong learning every day. Well, I want to start off by saying if you don’t have Eduardo’s book, the Performance Paradox then you’ll be convinced by the end of our conversation to buy one right away. He speaks about his transformational journey that started with a health scare and culminated into a practicate of helping people around the world in the growth vs. fixed mindset & the performance vs. Learning zones. Eduardo highlights the idea that growth occurs in discomfort, the learning zone, contrasting with the comfort of the performance zone. That staying comfortable is more in the performance zone but all growth happens within discomfort/ change and that is in the learning zone. Here’s Eduardo Briceno. You’ve developed a self-awareness of who you are and where you want to go… but now what? Sound familiar? In my 20 years of practice as a Superior Court Mediator, clinician, executive coach, and parent, I’ve noticed one thing above all: No meaningful transformation can happen unless you find and apply the tools and skills that are right for you. See, the thing is, without tools, without a recipe, you might as well flip a coin and hope it works. Or, you’ll get burned out listening to bad advice, and following tips that just aren’t useful in your situation. I’ve been there, and I’ve seen thousands of clients right there as well… My name is Deepa, and Recipes for life is my show where you and I learn the ingredients of high performing, well-adjusted humans, how they get through their own life… all to craft a recipe for life of our own. Learn more at https://deepapulipati.com/

Subscribe at https://bit.ly/RecipesForLifeYT Today’s guest is Valerie Hope and her work activates global leaders to come alive! For more than 20 years, she has dedicated her career to supporting leaders worldwide, to foster consciousness, connection, and creativity by exploring their subconscious beliefs, thoughts, and behaviors. Her transformational coaching leads clients to greater fulfillment, better collaboration, more trusting relationships, and a sense of aliveness. Valerie is a native Spanish speaker from Panama, her playfulness shines on the tennis court, improv stage, and in her community choir.At the very beginning of our conversation, Valerie shares a personal experience and the tools that she used to work through it in real time. Tools such as understanding emotional dysregulation, naming our feelings/ emotions in the moment, having empathy & curiosity instead of judgment and owning our emotion as a way of introspection! As a coach she also speaks about various strategies, and in small and big ways in which we can make changes in our life through actionable steps. Here’s Valerie Hope. You’ve developed a self-awareness of who you are and where you want to go… but now what? Sound familiar? In my 20 years of practice as a Superior Court Mediator, clinician, executive coach, and parent, I’ve noticed one thing above all: No meaningful transformation can happen unless you find and apply the tools and skills that are right for you. See, the thing is, without tools, without a recipe, you might as well flip a coin and hope it works. Or, you’ll get burned out listening to bad advice, and following tips that just aren’t useful in your situation. I’ve been there, and I’ve seen thousands of clients right there as well… My name is Deepa, and Recipes for life is my show where you and I learn the ingredients of high performing, well-adjusted humans, how they get through their own life… all to craft a recipe for life of our own. Learn more at https://deepapulipati.com/

Subscribe at https://bit.ly/RecipesForLifeYT Today’s guest on Recipes for Life is Karen Jaw-Madson is principal of Co.-Design of Work Experience, author of Culture Your Culture: Innovating Experiences @ Work, founder of Future of Work platform A New HR, and instructor at Stanford University’s Continuing Studies Program. She enables decision makers to address organizational challenges that affect business performance, including leadership, company culture, talent optimization, and change management. She has been featured in Inc., Fast Company, Fortune, Thrive Global, Protocol, and The Ladders, as well as written for various HR publications. Karen has a BA in Ethnic and Cultural Studies from Bryn Mawr College and a MA in Social-Organizational Psychology from Columbia University. I want to start off by saying that Karen is one of the few people that I have met who truly embodies an abundance mindset. She is one of the greatest connectors of people and resources! She shares three super capabilities for leaders that are important for driving change/ success - strategic follow-through, change leadership, and partnership. Her ideas on integrating business goals with cultural goals and emotional intelligence, aiming to create meaningful and sustainable change within organizations are a must listen! One of the tools that she focuses on is positive framing and generative questions, which is derived from Appreciative Inquiry. Without further ado, I give you Karen Jaw- Madson. Karen Jaw-Madson is principal of Co.-Design of Work Experience, author of Culture Your Culture: Innovating Experiences @ Work (Emerald Group Publishing, 2018), executive coach, and instructor at Stanford University’s Continuing Studies Program and LinkedIn Learning. She enables decision makers to address organizational challenges that affect business performance, through: 1. Coaching and developing LEADERSHIP and their TEAMS 2. Enabling organizations to leverage CULTURE, DIVERSITY (DEIB), and EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE 3. OPTIMIZING TALENT by aligning people with strategy 4. Driving CHANGE MANAGEMENT & TRANSFORMATION A former corporate executive, Karen is known as a versatile leader across multiple industries with experience developing, leading, and implementing organizational initiatives around the globe. She is featured in Inc., Fast Company, Fortune, Thrive Global, and MarketWatch, as well as written for publications such as Forbes, Greenbiz, SHRM's HR People+Strategy, TLNT.com, HR.com's HR Strategy & Planning Excellence magazine, and HR Professional. Other publications where she appears as a contributor include Mobile Medicine: Overcoming People, Culture, and Governance, Punk XL (Experience Leadership), The Secret Sauce for Leading Transformational Change, Advanced Health Technology: Managing Risk While Tackling Barriers to Rapid Acceleration, and A Woman’s Guide to Navigating a  Successful Career in Healthcare Information Technology. Karen has a BA in Ethnic and Cultural Studies from Bryn Mawr College and a MA in Social-Organizational Psychology from Columbia University. Sustainable DEI: Taking Acting as an Individual, Team and Organization https://www.linkedin.com/learning/sustainable-dei-taking-action-as-an-individual-team-and-organization Getting (Re)Started with DEIB in Your Organization https://www.linkedin.com/learning/getting-restarted-with-deib-in-your-organization Aligning DEI, Culture, and Business Goals https://www.linkedin.com/learning/aligning-dei-culture-and-business-goals https://designofworkexperience.com/books/ https://designofworkexperience.com/keynotes-panels-presentations/ You’ve developed a self-awareness of who you are and where you want to go… but now what? Sound familiar? In my 20 years of practice as a Superior Court Mediator, clinician, executive coach, and parent, I’ve noticed one thing above all: No meaningful transformation can happen unless you find and apply the tools and skills that are right for you. See, the thing is, without tools, without a recipe, you might as well flip a coin and hope it works. Or, you’ll get burned out listening to bad advice, and following tips that just aren’t useful in your situation. I’ve been there, and I’ve seen thousands of clients right there as well… My name is Deepa, and Recipes for life is my show where you and I learn the ingredients of high performing, well-adjusted humans, how they get through their own life… all to craft a recipe for life of our own. Learn more at https://deepapulipati.com/

Subscribe at https://bit.ly/RecipesForLifeYT Connect with Andy: www.agorafoundation.org http://www.andygilmanforojai.com/ Today’s guest on recipes for life is Andy Gilman. Andy is Executive Director of the Agora Foundation, a non-profit endeavor providing great books, seminars and other educational opportunities to promote civil discourse on complicated subjects. Andy has served on non-profit boards and committees ranging from the Chamber of Commerce to the Ojai Storytelling Festival to the Ojai Valley Land Conservancy. He is the father of three adult children, one new grandchild, and lives in Ojai with his wife Kate. In conversation with Andy, one of the thoughts that I loved the most is, “you don’t see the developments unless you seek it out” and it goes to the heart of personal growth and self introspection. From a lifelong learner and educator perspective, Andy shares tools for both young and adult learners, ways in which one can understand the depth of the subject matter where you are armed with knowledge as opposed to operating from a knee jerk response. I really loved the superpower of understanding each other's gaps in knowledge that shifts the conversation from convincing each other to listening to each other and much more. Here’s Andy Gilman. You’ve developed a self-awareness of who you are and where you want to go… but now what? Sound familiar? In my 20 years of practice as a Superior Court Mediator, clinician, executive coach, and parent, I’ve noticed one thing above all: No meaningful transformation can happen unless you find and apply the tools and skills that are right for you. See, the thing is, without tools, without a recipe, you might as well flip a coin and hope it works. Or, you’ll get burned out listening to bad advice, and following tips that just aren’t useful in your situation. I’ve been there, and I’ve seen thousands of clients right there as well… My name is Deepa, and Recipes for life is my show where you and I learn the ingredients of high performing, well-adjusted humans, how they get through their own life… all to craft a recipe for life of our own. Learn more at https://deepapulipati.com/

Subscribe at https://bit.ly/RecipesForLifeYT Today’s guest Suresh Bhat is Chief Financial Officer at the Hewlett Foundation, responsible for financial management and planning, including financial risk management. Prior to joining the foundation, he served as the chief financial officer of the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, where he was a key member of the Haas senior management team and thought partner to the dean and advisory board. He earned both an MBA and a bachelor’s degree from the Haas School of Business at University of California, Berkeley. The reason why I love talking to Suresh is that he speaks from the heart, shares personal and professional experiences in the most authentic way and I came away from these chats feeling inspired! One of the key takeaways from our conversation and there are many, is to listen to your gut instinct, process it, have a plan and take thoughtful action. When you know something is not working, then commit to making a change. I hope you all enjoy our conversation as much as I did. Here’s Suresh Bhat. You’ve developed a self-awareness of who you are and where you want to go… but now what? Sound familiar? In my 20 years of practice as a Superior Court Mediator, clinician, executive coach, and parent, I’ve noticed one thing above all: No meaningful transformation can happen unless you find and apply the tools and skills that are right for you. See, the thing is, without tools, without a recipe, you might as well flip a coin and hope it works. Or, you’ll get burned out listening to bad advice, and following tips that just aren’t useful in your situation. I’ve been there, and I’ve seen thousands of clients right there as well… My name is Deepa, and Recipes for life is my show where you and I learn the ingredients of high performing, well-adjusted humans, how they get through their own life… all to craft a recipe for life of our own. Learn more at https://deepapulipati.com/

Subscribe at https://bit.ly/RecipesForLifeYT You’ve developed a self-awareness of who you are and where you want to go… but now what? Sound familiar? In my 20 years of practice as a Superior Court Mediator, clinician, executive coach, and parent, I’ve noticed one thing above all: No meaningful transformation can happen unless you find and apply the tools and skills that are right for you. See, the thing is, without tools, without a recipe, you might as well flip a coin and hope it works. Or, you’ll get burned out listening to bad advice, and following tips that just aren’t useful in your situation. I’ve been there, and I’ve seen thousands of clients right there as well… My name is Deepa, and Recipes for life is my show where you and I learn the ingredients of high performing, well-adjusted humans, how they get through their own life… all to craft a recipe for life of our own. Today’s guest is David Donner. David threw me quite a curveball when he sent me his resume… It was almost quite long! You can find the details of David’s credentials in the show notes, but for now, I want to share a few key themes with you and let them simmer… Thirty-eight years as a top-tier family, juvenile, and probate litigation lawyer for some of the most intense cases I’ve ever heard of… Expert in trial and alternative dispute resolutions involving child custody and probate court…. Judge Pro Tempore of the San Francisco Superior Court since 1998… Settlement Master in the Unified Family Court… Frequently Appointed As Special Master/Parenting Coordinator and Minor’s counsel in High-Conflict Cases… I could go on…. Seriously, we’ll link David’s resume in the show notes - it’s worth a read! So, where did our conversation go, given all of his background expertise? I like to think that we were able to provide just a glimpse into the vast and mostly hidden world of child custody disputes and parent conflicts in - and out of - the court system, and how there is always hope, no matter how difficult the situation. David shared about how he works with parents to help address their anxieties and in turn, increase their capacities to listen better. He provided tools on how to reduce your reactivity in high-stress situations and stay “human-focused” during the most difficult disputes that you might ever encounter. Above all, David reminds us throughout this conversation that in any dispute or conflict, by definition, there is a “winner” and a “loser”, and for a small child growing up, after that dispute, they’ll be constantly reminded that one of their parents “won”, and the other “lost” - he believes that we can break this cycle by becoming “child-centered” in our disputes… instead of “conflict-centered”. His optimism here is truly a breath of fresh air. As an added bonus, we also explored what “reality-testing” is, and how you can apply it to your own life and expectations around conflict. This is one of my personal favorites! Before we jump into the episode, I have one ask, teach what you’ve learned to someone you care about within 48 hours. Here’s the versatile and creative lawyer in the field of child custody disputes, David Donner. Learn more at https://deepapulipati.com/

Subscribe at https://bit.ly/RecipesForLifeYT Today’s guest on Recipes for life is Aaron Tabacco. Aaron is the Director of Staff Experience at the UCSF Department of Medicine and a faculty coach at the Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute at Berkeley-Haas Executive Education Program. An expert in the neurobiology of learning and behavior and family science, he is an internationally published scholar and former professor of nursing.In this episode, Aaron emphasizes the importance of being fully present for others, especially during difficult conversations, leveraging both professional and personal experiences. He highlights actionable feedback as a pathway to co-learning, discovery, and curiosity, introducing tools like pre-reflective work, story catalog, the trust equation, and Rosenberg’s NVC method. Resources for Aaron's Episode: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-i-trying-say-overcoming-ambiguities-delays-tabacco-phd-rn/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-tabacco-phd-83359b9/ You’ve developed a self-awareness of who you are and where you want to go… but now what? Sound familiar? In my 20 years of practice as a Superior Court Mediator, clinician, executive coach, and parent, I’ve noticed one thing above all: No meaningful transformation can happen unless you find and apply the tools and skills that are right for you. See, the thing is, without tools, without a recipe, you might as well flip a coin and hope it works. Or, you’ll get burned out listening to bad advice, and following tips that just aren’t useful in your situation. I’ve been there, and I’ve seen thousands of clients right there as well… My name is Deepa, and Recipes for life is my show where you and I learn the ingredients of high performing, well-adjusted humans, how they get through their own life… all to craft a recipe for life of our own. Learn more at https://deepapulipati.com/

In today's episode, Dr. Jenn Kennedy and Deepa discussed the importance of self-awareness, tools, and skills for personal and professional growth. They emphasized the need for individuals to prioritize self-care and manage their workload to maintain a healthy work-life balance. They explored common emotional challenges faced by high-performing clients, including issues with work-life balance, exhaustion, disconnection, and dissatisfaction in their partnerships. They highlighted the importance of creating a safe space for individuals to share their experiences and receive support, as well as the necessity for ongoing trust-building and vulnerability to overcome these challenges. Additionally, they addressed the challenges of leadership and emotional intelligence in high-pressure situations, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a connection with employees, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-care to avoid burnout. Dr. Jenn Kennedy earned a Masters in Clinical Psychology and a PhD in Clinical Sexology.  She is also a board certified Sex Therapist. She has been working with individuals and couples in the areas of sexual satisfaction, dysfunction and interpersonal communication for eight years. She offers small group programs as well as one-on-one intensives. Dr. Jenn also has considerable experience working with LGBT individuals and couples. She has taught as adjunct faculty in the masters program at Antioch University Santa Barbara, and served as president and past president of the Santa Barbara Chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (SB-CAMFT). She is a speaker and is frequently quoted by media outlets, including Reader’s Digest, Healthline, Redbook, Shondaland, Forbes Health, Allure and Giddy. She supervises up and coming therapists and operates Riviera Therapy in Santa Barbara. Kennedy Marriage Therapy, Inc. owns and operates Riviera Therapy and Pleasure Project.

Raghni Naidu, founder and owner of Naidu Wines, brings her rich journey from Punjab, India, to the heart of Northern California's wine country to our podcast. Listeners will discover how her adventures from Melbourne to San Francisco shaped her passion for wine and led to the creation of Naidu Wines, a testament to high-quality, terroir-focused production. Raghni will share insights into the challenges and triumphs of being an immigrant woman in a traditional industry, her commitment to the farm-to-table lifestyle, and how personal experiences inspire her business. Join us to hear Raghni's inspiring story of perseverance, innovation, and her vision for offering a unique wine experience. About Recipes for Life: You’ve developed a self-awareness of who you are and where you want to go… but now what? Sound familiar? In my 20 years of practice as a Superior Court Mediator, clinician, executive coach, and parent, I’ve noticed one thing above all: No meaningful transformation can happen unless you find and apply the tools and skills that are right for you. See, the thing is, without tools, without a recipe, you might as well flip a coin and hope it works. Or, you’ll get burned out listening to bad advice and following tips that just aren’t useful in your situation. I’ve been there, and I’ve seen thousands of clients right there as well… My name is Deepa, and Recipes for life is my show where you and I learn the ingredients of high performing, well-adjusted humans, how they get through their own life… all to craft a recipe for life of our own. Learn more at https://deepapulipati.com/

In this episode, Deepa is joined by Ayesha Mathews Wadhwa, Senior Director and Head of Global Brand Experience at Nium. Ayesha, an immigrant from India like Deepa, shares her story, ranging from her journey to the U.S. to her distinctive approach to branding and personal values. Deepa and Ayesha explore how to find community, tapping into one’s flow state, and understanding what energizes or drains us. Ayesha also shares her commitment to the principle of “Pyar se” (meaning ‘with love’) in all her endeavors, and her experiences of learning and collaboration within a community of like-minded individuals. About Ayesha: Ayesha was raised in Bangalore, India and educated in the cultural nexus of New York, Paris, and San Francisco. A graduate of Parsons School of Design, Ayesha has over fifteen years of experience crafting strategy and creative direction for global companies including Apple, Amazon Lab126, Databricks, Facebook, Sephora, The Insight Labs, Transunion and The Smithsonian. Ayesha’s approach to design is thoughtful, considered and comes from a place of inquiry. She orchestrates beauty with meaning and purpose, bringing a vibrant curiosity and insatiable appetite for learning (and unlearning). With a background in brand building, digital design, and marketing, Ayesha has been published in Forbes, Women 2.0, YourStory.in, and Branding Magazine. A passionate advocate for the Female Economy, Ayesha is a speaker, start-up advisor and angel investor who is often invited to judge pitch competitions and new media award shows. Ayesha founded PIXINK in 2009, a brand and design firm that was acquired in 2015 by FactoryX (launched by Google X co-founder). Since then she's consulted with Capital One as a Creative Director, joined Carbon Black [now VMware Carbon Black] as Design Director in November 2016 and got a surprise promotion to Mom in February 2017! Ayesha is a Founding Circle member and Chair of the Brand Studio at Neythri. She was on Board Marketing Committee at The Asian Art Museum and is an advisor for Dhana Inc and Prototype Thinking Academy. Downtime for Ayesha includes serious play with her toddler and planning sumptuous celebrations with her #framily Connect with Ayesha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamathews/ https://www.ayeshamathews.com/

In today's episode, Deepa welcomes Jonathan Raymond, a former corporate lawyer turned innovator in business strategy and coaching. Deepa explores Jonathan's transformative journey from the legal world to authoring "Good Authority" and creating his program centered around Authority, Alignment, and Accountability. This conversation is not just about stories; it's a deep dive into practical tools for transformation. As you listen, you'll learn about the "Accountability Dial," how to use it in leadership conversations, and the importance of adopting a "More Yoda, Less Superhero" approach in leadership. Jonathan and Deepa also emphasize the significance of teaching what you learn to others, a practice that helps deepen understanding and application of these tools. About Jonathan: For the last 25 years, Jonathan Raymond has been on an expansive journey to discover his authentic self, achieve optimal health, and nurture truly meaningful relationships. Beginning his career in a prominent Manhattan law firm, Jonathan quickly realized that the conventional path of law was not his calling. His professional journey led him through various roles in software, clean energy, and the non-profit sector. In 2011, he found his true passion in the business coaching industry, thriving at the intersection of business and personal growth. Today, Jonathan leads the dynamic team at Refound, hosts the In/Authentic podcast, and works closely with a select group of leaders dedicated to becoming their best selves. His diverse experiences and dedication to personal development make him a unique voice in the fields of leadership and personal growth. Connect with Jonathan: https://www.jonathanraymond.com/ https://refound.com/ Book https://www.amazon.com/Good-Authority-Become-Leader-Waiting/dp/1940858771/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Apple -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-authentic-with-jonathan-raymond/id1719643721 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1U3WPi0LdBchfjUZjo1K0I?si=7f91c6c263494789&nd=1&dlsi=b565afacd4dd4634

Today’s guest is Duke Stump. If you’ve not had the privilege of getting to know him, this is what you need to know. He’s been the former VP of Product Marketing at Nike and had a tenure at Nike for 15 years. Duke was also the EVP of Community and Brand at Lulu and, more recently, CMO at Lime. To learn more about what he's up to now, you have to listen to our conversation. He shared about his upbringing, the values his parents instilled in him, how he deals with conflict, and the tools that he uses in his day-to-day life. One story that might surprise you involves him using a specific tool that gave him insight to quit Nike at the peak of his career…. Spoiler: it turns out it wasn’t the peak. By the end of today’s conversation, you will have new ingredients to explore ways of unlearning business in the traditional way that we have been conditioned to think and ask the most important question.. And that is, “what does the world need most that you are most uniquely qualified to offer”? Much food for thought, and the ask is to think outside the box. About Recipes for Life: You’ve developed a self-awareness of who you are and where you want to go… but now what? Sound familiar? In my 20 years of practice as a Superior Court Mediator, clinician, executive coach, and parent, I’ve noticed one thing above all: No meaningful transformation can happen unless you find and apply the tools and skills that are right for you. See, the thing is, without tools, without a recipe, you might as well flip a coin and hope it works. Or, you’ll get burned out listening to bad advice and following tips that just aren’t useful in your situation. I’ve been there, and I’ve seen thousands of clients right there as well… My name is Deepa, and Recipes for life is my show where you and I learn the ingredients of high performing, well-adjusted humans, how they get through their own life… all to craft a recipe for life of our own.