Productive Passions

The Contrarian Tide-Turner: Anya Freeman on Leading Kind Designs' Coastal Revolution

Today’s Takeaways: 
Self-belief is essential for extraordinary achievement: This point emphasizes the importance of confidence in oneself. Without a strong belief in your abilities and potential, it's difficult to push boundaries and achieve exceptional results. This self-belief often fuels perseverance in the face of challenges.
Surround yourself with innovative thinkers in your "Zone of Genius" (Gay Hendricks): The "Zone of Genius" refers to an environment where you're surrounded by people who are also pushing boundaries and creating new ideas. This stimulating atmosphere can inspire creativity, foster collaboration, and accelerate personal and professional growth.
Seek mentors to guide you and champions to support your growth: Mentors provide valuable guidance based on their experience, helping you navigate challenges and avoid common pitfalls. Champions, on the other hand, are supporters who believe in you and your potential, offering encouragement and direction and potentially opening doors for opportunities.
Embrace Internship Opportunities: If you have the chance to be an intern, seize it, and not just once. Internships are valuable opportunities to learn for free.
Build a strong company culture and hire those who align with it: A strong culture can drive company success by ensuring all team members are aligned in values and goals. Hiring individuals who fit this culture helps maintain and reinforce it, leading to better teamwork and productivity.
Embrace being a contrarian: This can lead to innovative ideas and solutions.If you tend to go against the majority opinion, embrace it. Being a contrarian can be a powerful asset.
Find Anya at: 
website:www.kinddesigns.com
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/anyafreeman
Email: anya@kinddesigns.com
Instagram: @kinddesginsofficial
 
Find Christy: 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christytagye/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCZUwdFyHRsbJVC3pkz-Ay5gInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/productivepassions/ 
Email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com

Unlocking Elite Performance: Strategies for High Achievers with Rachel Vickery

Today’s Takeaways
 
Don't fix broken - that just gives you - not broken. Instead create awesome!
Emotional sobriety refers to not allowing your emotions control you. In the presence of strong emotions, you stay in control of your behavior.
Being in a sympathetic state (sympathetic nervous system) is the fight, flight or freeze reaction we experience when faced with danger. Remaining in this state can lead to a scarcity mindset. In this state, we tend to hesitate, be defensive, and feel anxious. Our energy/attention is focused on threat.
Being in a parasympathetic state looks like being rested, the feeling of being safe, and calm.
Managing your state and staying away from redlining (or getting too far into a sympathetic state), is improved by incorporating several strategies (your “get-out-of-jail-free card”) including:
Eyes Up - open up your field of vision - look up and at the periphery
Breathe out and drop your shoulders
Gratitude - Having a  “pre-loaded” gratitude thought helps when you use this strategy.  Think of things you are grateful for that you can recall when incorporating these strategies. 
*Suggested best practice is to practice these strategies throughout the day so these become easier and more automatic to do. Practice this each time you reach for your phone.  STOP (what you’re doing), DROP (your shoulders and chest) and FLOW (three diaphragmatic breaths - normal breathing in through your nose).  This is your reset.
Excellence requires not just mastering your craft but mastering yourself.
For growth, dare to explore and say yes to opportunities that feel right even if they don’t appear “logical” at the moment. Ask yourself, does this make a difference? 
To help others, be willing to share what you do so they know you can be a resource.  Being able to step past your own fears, self doubt, and insecurities to serve others.
Find Rachel:
Website:  https://rachelvickery.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelvickery
 
Find Christy: 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christytagye/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCZUwdFyHRsbJVC3pkz-Ay5gInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/productivepassions/ 
Email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com

Revolutionizing Accessibility: A Conversation with Munevo CEO Claudiu Hidas

Today’s Takeaways:
1. Encourage and Support Others:- Always be willing to encourage and support others in their quest to explore new opportunities and bring fresh ideas to light. This not only fosters innovation but also builds a culture of mutual growth and inspiration.
2. Stay Connected:- Maintaining connections with individuals who come into your life or career can significantly impact your future and the future of your business. These relationships can provide support, opportunities, and valuable insights that might be pivotal at various stages of your journey.
3. Volunteering as Mentorship:- Volunteering your time and expertise can be a powerful form of mentoring. By helping others achieve their aspirations, you contribute to their success and create a ripple effect of positive change. Your guidance and support could be the key to someone reaching heights they might not have achieved on their own.4. Live life by choice, not chance! - These takeaways highlight the importance of community, mentorship, and the power of maintaining strong, supportive relationships throughout one's personal and professional life.
These takeaways highlight the importance of community, mentorship, and the power of maintaining strong, supportive relationships throughout one's personal and professional life.
Find Claudiu (Guest) at:
Email - claudiu@munevo.com
Phone number: (628) 688-7535Website - https://us.munevo.com/
Instagram (1) - https://www.instagram.com/claudiu_hidas/instagram (2) - https://www.instagram.com/munevo_usa/
Facebook (1) - https://www.facebook.com/munevo.socialFacebook (2) - https://www.facebook.com/claudiuleverenz
Watch - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/KvFkS2TrkIkVisit EPO to read about Claudio as a leading tech voice -  https://www.epo.org/en/about-us/50-epc-anniversary/50-leading-tech-voices/claudiu-hidasWatch: Look Mom, No Hands - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErHQRTrt34Q&ab_channel=LookMomNoHands
 
Find Christy: 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christytagye/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCZUwdFyHRsbJVC3pkz-Ay5gInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/productivepassions/ 
Email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com

Timeless Love: Echoes of Wisdom From the Past

Today’s Takeaways
Living a life of gratitude leaves little regrets in the rearview mirror.
Make sure part of your life includes spending time with aging friends and family. Side effects may involve gaining wisdom & providing comfort!
Cherish the moments and preserve the memories. Consider recording audio/video with anyone you love, admire, enjoy spending time with. It can be comforting to you & others when those people are no longer physically with us.
Moments matter!  Consider how your life has been shaped by those around you and how you are knowingly or unknowingly shaping the lives of those around you.
Find Christy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christytagye/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCZUwdFyHRsbJVC3pkz-Ay5gInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/productivepassions/ Email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com

From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Strategies for Confident Decision-Making with Dianne Mani

Today’s Takeaways: • Even in the midst of difficult situations, there’s an opportunity for something better if we’re willing to ask ourselves, “What next?” (Perspective) • After the “what’s next” commit to engaging in small goals to move forward. • Recognizing feelings of imbalance and stress during major life transitions can be a healthy part of growth. It’s crucial to prioritize your mental well-being and seek support if you find yourself feeling utterly overwhelmed and unable to move forward. • By investing effort into making informed decisions and embracing genuine passion, you not only achieve more confident outcomes but also alleviate fear and boost motivation to progress forward. Where to find Dianne: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianne-mani-psy-d-94a44a49/ Find Christy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christytagye/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCZUwdFyHRsbJVC3pkz-Ay5gInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/productivepassions/ Email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com
 

Charting Your Course: Taking the Helm of Your Journey with Abby Cheshire

Today's Takeaways:
Shifting your mindset about failure can unveil fresh possibilities. Rather than labeling something a "failure," view setbacks as stepping stones that guide you toward your destined path.
Connect! Seek out individuals who share your passion. Engage in conversations and foster relationships, as they can serve as sources of inspiration to initiate, persevere, or expand.
Embrace opportunities. Each "yes" often leads to more doors opening.
Seek mentors. Become a mentor yourself!
 
Find Abby:
Find Abby: On Instagram: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abbyinthegalley
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbyinthegalley
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbyinthegalley/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7SK0TfTfQ5EKGecsaMl4pA
 
Find Christy:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/christytagye/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions
YouTube: @ProductivePassions
Instagram: productivepassions
email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com

From Scrubs to Suits with Mary Miller

Today’s TakeAways:
If you find yourself in a field that doesn’t align with your passions, there’s still value in the experience which may lead to what you are truly passionate about.
It’s never too late to pivot in your professional career and pursue something different!
Bullying doesn’t just cause immediate harm; it frequently leaves lasting scars that affect a person for a lifetime.
Kindness in any dose matters! Simple acts of kindness can heal wounds and provide comfort. Even small gestures can have a significant impact. Make a point to dole it on the daily!
Find Mary:
email: millermp10@gmail.com
Find Christy:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/christytagye/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions
YouTube: @ProductivePassions
Instagram: productivepassions
email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com

"Acting" with Kindness: A Conversation with Actor Isaac C. Singleton Jr.

Today’s Takeaways:
The importance of creating a plan for pursuing your passion
Acts of kindness can make a significant and long-lasting impact on others.
Finding people who will support your journey.
 
Find Isaac
Facebook: Isaac C. Singleton Jr
Instagram: isaacsingletonjr
Find Christy Tagye
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/christytagye/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions
YouTube: @ProductivePassions
Instagram: productivepassions
email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com

March Madness Conversation in April

Gordon Firemark on Protecting Your Creative Content, Being Bold & Finding Happiness

Today’s Takeaways:
1) “Happiness is a journey not a destination.” is often attributed to Aristotle but also Will Durant and Ralph Waldo Emerson - wherever it came from, it is a good reminder to enjoy moments throughout our lives not just the endpoints of lofty goals!
2) Find gratitude in the lessons arising out of the difficult times.
3) BE BOLD to achieve what you aspire to become! You develop self-confidence through facing fears and doing it anyway!
4) When you feel stuck, ask yourself, "What's the worst thing that could happen? How bad will it be if I don’t try?” Consider what the world will miss out on if you don’t share.
5) It was Winston Churchill who said, “If you’re going through hell, keep going.”
Singer Rodney Atkins famously sang the country song “If you’re going Through Hell”
 
Find Gordon:  Gordonfiremark.com, Firemark.com, Gfiremark Facebook, Linked Youtube, Instagram
Find Christy Tagye
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/christytagye/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions
email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com