Productive Passions
Change is happening everywhere eliciting excitement and anticipation in its wake. How do we harness that excitement for ourselves when we find work to be overwhelming, monotonous, or dissatisfying and we’re ready for change? That’s the question we’re looking to answer as we talk with guests who have turned their passion into meaningful work! Productive Passions - hosted by Christy Tagye - takes us on a journey with guests who have dared to reshape their lives and follow their dreams. In each episode, we have candid conversations with people who have embraced change jumping headfirst into uncertainty and following their passions. We’ll explore their stories, experiences, sources of support, and what fuels their motivation to persevere when things aren’t sunshine and rainbows. Hear from experts who provide valuable advice, and resources for actionable steps to begin your transformative journey. Subscribe to Productive Passions wherever you listen to podcasts and never miss an episode!
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Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
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.
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Friday Jan 12, 2024
From a challenging upbringing to serving as a Senior Chief in the U.S. Navy, entrepreneur, and mentor, Troy Johnson II shares his powerful journey of resilience, faith, and leadership with Christy Tagye, host of Productive Passions. In this episode, Troy opens up about overcoming mental health struggles, finding strength through therapy, and leading with empathy, transparency, and purpose.
Whether you’re leading a team, rebuilding confidence, or searching for renewed direction, this conversation will inspire you to take action, invest in others, and live with courage and intention.
Today’s Takeaways
Change requires personal choice and action — no excuses.
Only you can limit yourself.
Volunteer for the hard stuff (outside your assigned tasks) to demonstrate your willingness to go above and beyond and take on responsibility.
Seek the wisdom of elders you trust and who have relatable experiences.
Invest not only financially, but in relationships.
Treat interactions like interviews.
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 and investment in your team.
Find Troy Johnson II
Website: https://www.addictivfit.com/
Email: Troy.johnsonii@yahoo.com
Photography by Troy Johnson Photography
Music Producer: Dwanyne Jay
Stay Connected with Productive Passions
Website: https://www.productivepassions.com/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5sVM0bWVyyPfoq63jA2th7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/productive-passions/id1722526123Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ad852885-1fd6-4fb5-8e09-702be230d5b3/productive-passions iHeartRadio:https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-productive-passions-158963722/ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ProductivePassions
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Productive Passions — Helping you turn passion into purpose with Christy Tagye.
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Discover the power of gratitude-based leadership with Brendan Kamm, co-founder of Thnks, in conversation with Christy Tagye, host of Productive Passions. Together they explore how appreciation, confidence, and culture drive sustainable growth. Learn how to lead with presence, embrace risk, and evolve with purpose in both business and life.
Today’s Takeaways
Expect the unexpected.
Have confidence that your passion will be successful—especially if you know there’s a better way than what’s being done now.
Conduct an annual review of self; take this as seriously as your professional annual review.
The importance of having an “outside” confidant or advisor.
Why not now?
Constant evolution.
For a company, success comes down to people and culture and starts at the top. Surround yourself with good people, not necessarily just top talent.
Besides having a good idea and team, if you’ve started a business, ultimately there has to be a return on that investment to be sustainable.
There is no substitute for being present as a leader.
Move forward—there is no “right time.”
Find Brendan Kamm
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brendankammInstagram: instagram.com/alwayssaythnksWebsite: thnks.com
Stay Connected with Productive Passions
Website: https://www.productivepassions.com/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5sVM0bWVyyPfoq63jA2th7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/productive-passions/id1722526123Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ad852885-1fd6-4fb5-8e09-702be230d5b3/productive-passions iHeartRadio:https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-productive-passions-158963722/ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ProductivePassions
Social Links
Facebook: facebook.com/productivepassionsInstagram: instagram.com/productivepassionsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/productive-passionsChristy’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christytagyeEmail: christy@productivepassions.com
If this episode inspired you, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone ready to lead with gratitude and purpose.
Productive Passions — Helping you turn passion into purpose with Christy Tagye.