Productive Passions

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!
 
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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
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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
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions
YouTube: @ProductivePassions
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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
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email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com
 

Creating Confident Voices: Lisa Elia’s Journey to Empowering Others to Speak with Ease

Today's Takeaways:
1) Perform a communication audit.
2) Get rid of diminishing/critical phrases about yourself.
3) Write out ACTIVE affirmations for yourself leaving out comparisons to others and making them believable.
4) Visualize yourself being a more confident, powerful speaker.
5) Have a preparation ritual before speaking/presenting.
6) Ensure your communication is focused on your mission (not yourself), be fully present and connected to your audience, and ensure your message serves your audience.
7) Practice pausing - leave space for people to grasp what you’ve said.
8) Bring curiosity and empathy to your communication to better understand who you’re speaking to. Ask questions to understand need and perspective.
9) To be good at anything you must practice. Hone your skills and NEVER stop learning!
 
Find Lisa
Website: http://www.lisaelia.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisaeliainsta/
 
Find Christy Tagye 
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/productivepassions 
email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com

Simon Sez "Be a Positive Force!"

Today’s Takeaways:
1) Demonstrate your respect by actively listening and paying attention.
2) Create a culture of positivity. There is some indication that leaders who can laugh and be playful with their teams might have some of the most productive organizations.
3) Perspective is a good antidote for negativity; as is gratitude.
4) Be a positive force in the universe or NOT. Those are the choices.
5) Acknowledge people and let them know you SEE them!
6) There is an evolution related to following your passion which includes: “I’m not good enough.” - keep going! “Maybe I am good enough.” - keep going! "Gaining confidence" - keep going! The choice to pursue your passion - keep going!
 
Find Steve Max : www.SteveMax.com (site)
Email: simonsezguy@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-max-master-of-simon-sez-simon-says-b1682a32 @simonsezguy (Twitter & Instagram)
 
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email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com
 

Finding Productivity in Patience, Persistence & Empathy

Today’s takeaways:
In business and life empathy, persistence, and patience positively impact the outcomes you’re working to achieve.
Sleep in necessary quantity and quality recharges us, heals us, and makes us best prepared to clearly face the challenges of our day.
Taking cues from family, friends, and caregivers of special needs individuals can help reduce communication & interactive challenges you may feel.
Accepting failures as part of a journey to success can help reduce negative feelings when they show up. In fact, failure is necessary for ongoing iteration for improvement and ultimate success.
Following your passion doesn’t equal an easy ride but will be a more fulfilling, enjoyable ride!
 
Note: Keegan mentions a few organizations including IBCCES - International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards - Certified Autism Resources https://ibcces.org/resources/ Laughing at my Nightmare https://www.laughingatmynightmare.com/ Variety - the Children’s Charity https://variety.org/
Pittsburg International Airport Pittsburg International Airport, https://flypittsburgh.com/pittsburgh-international-airport/terminal-information/traveling-families/
Find Keegan: keegan@zpodsforsleep.com
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email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com

Productive Passions Trailer

Hi friends, Christy Tagye here, your host for the Productive Passions podcast. Let me ask you, is there something different you dream of doing, but don't know where to begin? If you're feeling suffocated, anxious, or you feel there's something different calling you, come along with me for candid conversations with people who have embarked on a journey to put their passions to work for them.
Buckle up and enjoy the ride. Life is too short to stay stuck.

Your Life, Your Choice with Troy Johnson II

Hi Friends! Welcome to today’s episode where we take a deep dive into the transformative journey of a man who evolved from a self-described skinny project kid to a Senior Chief in the US Navy. Troy Johnson II opens up about his poignant battle with suicidal thoughts and attempts, participation in therapy, and his pivotal decision to embrace life fully until his “natural expiration date”. In the opening moments, you'll understand why this is so very personal to me. Join us as we explore his multifaceted roles as son, husband, father and friend and discover how he channeled his passions to create an extraordinary path forward.
 
Today's Take Aways:
1. Changing requires a personal choice and action, no excuses.
2. Only you can limit yourself.
3. Volunteer for the hard stuff (outside your assigned tasks) demonstrating your willingness to go above and beyond and take on responsibility.
4. Seek the wisdom of elders you trust and who have relatable experience
5. Invest not only financially but in relationships
6. Treat interactions like interviews
7.Qualities of a good leader include understanding culture; transparency; effective communication; authentic care for the well-being of those on the team; ability to influence by being involved with, gaining trust & investment in your team.
 
Find Troy Johnson: Troy.johnsonii@yahoo.com
Fitness: ADDICTIV Fit
Website: Addictivfit
App addictivfit.com
Photography: Troy Johnson Photography
Music Producer: Dwayne Jay
Author: Troy Johnson II IG and TikTok: survivingtjay
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email: christy.tagye@tagyeconsulting.com