Hi Friends! What a ride it has been! Season 2 is officially wrapped up, and it has been such a gift recording and sharing these conversations!

On Friday, I will be starting on "Winter Sabbatical." Listen to this episode to learn more about how and why I am doing this and an invitation to work together in the new year if you are ready for it.

Thanks for being here <3

Have you ever questioned the power of deep connections in your personal and professional life?

In this engaging podcast episode, Kelsea Warren and Kyle Johann-Baker delve into the remarkable world of the Relator strength.

Kelsea talks about the value of cultivating intimate relationships, both personally and as a coach. The conversation explores the delicate balance between Relator and Individualization strengths, highlighting how they complement each other to help individuals recognize their unique skills and values.

Kelsea emphasizes the importance of proactive relationship maintenance to prevent burnout, revealing the transformative potential of this often underestimated strength.

Learn More About Kelsea:

Kelsea Warren is the owner and chief happiness officer of the the Seamless Coach LLC. She is a workplace wellbeing coach and consultant that helps individuals and businesses prevent burnout and elevate wellbeing at work using workplace values. Kelsea spent 8+ years in the mental health field as a therapist and social worker prior to becoming a coach. Her passions collided with wellbeing and business and lead her to pursue a PhD in i/o psychology. Kelsea is also mom to a 5 year old, a spouse and fluffy dog mom from Oregon.

Keep In Touch With Kelsea:

• Visit Her Website - https://theseamlesscoach.com/linkinbio
• Connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelseal-warren/
• Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theseamlesscoach/

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Are you ready to unlock the power of individualization and truly see people as unique individuals?

In this engaging podcast episode, Samantha Crockett (she/her), Founder and Chief Encouragement Officer of Enthusiastic Neighbor, joins host Kyle Johann-Baker to explore the strength of "Individualization." Samantha's keen insight and personal experiences reveal how this strength goes beyond recognizing differences—it's about embracing the rich tapestry of humanity.

She shares anecdotes that demonstrate how individualization can bridge gaps and foster genuine connections in a world often focused on transactional relationships.

Learn how understanding and applying individualization can lead to a more equitable and compassionate society. Tune in to uncover the secrets of seeing people as people.

About Samantha:

Samantha Crockett (she/her) is the founder and Chief Encouragement officer of Enthusiastic Neighbor, where the vision is a world where people feel special. Her mission is to encourage adults in growing their social-emotional skills to turn good intentions into supportive actions by helping them embrace connection, care, compassion and context.

She knows that it’s tough to know how to show up for people, especially these days, so she's ready to hold your hand, so you can hold someone else's.

Samantha lives on the south side of Chicago with her husband and young daughter. She loves headbands, cardigans and graphic tee-shirts about as much as she loves banana pudding, local food and quirky tv procedurals.

Samantha's Top 5 Strengths Are:

1. Input
2. Connectedness
3. Individualization
4. Empathy
5. Developer

Stay Connected With Samantha

• Visit her website - http://www.enthusiasticneighbor.com/
• Follow on Instagram & Threads @enthusiasticneighbor

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Are you struggling to find the right balance between discipline and adaptability in your life?

In this episode, Sena Lauer shares her personal journey of harnessing Discipline as a powerful tool for adaptation. Sena's experiences highlight the transformative potential of structured routines and goal-setting in navigating life's twists and turns.

Discover how she effectively maintains her focus on long-term objectives while remaining flexible in the face of unexpected challenges.

Join us for a conversation that explores the art of discipline and adaptability and learn valuable strategies for achieving your goals, no matter what curveballs life throws your way. About Sena Lauer:

Sena is currently the Director of Brand Messaging and Client Services at Averson Creative, a Spokane-based creative agency dedicated to small business branding and brand storytelling.

She found her professional home at Averson in 2020 when she merged businesses with two of her dearest friends. She loves the newfound challenge of building a small business culture that values relationships and people as much as output and productivity.

She is a words person through and through. She loves writing, conversation, and is a chronic oversharer. She is also delightfully type A and loves a good calendar and organizational system.

Sena lives in Spokane, loves being physically active and spending time outside. She is happily married and is the proud mama of a four-month-old daughter.

Sena's Top 5 Strengths Are:

1. Futuristic
2. Discipline
3. Strategic
4. Belief
5. Significance.

Stay In Touch With Sena:

• Learn more about Averson - aversoncreative.com
• Connect on Instagram @averson.creative or @senahugheslauer if you are into oversharing and lots of baby content

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3. ⁠⁠Submitting your questions⁠⁠ about Strengths, Career Development, Learning, Life, and BEYOND for future podcast episodes.

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How can the power of "Woo" go beyond the surface to form genuine connections?

In this conversation, Austin Arias and Kyle Johann-Baker explore Woo, focusing on its ability to create authentic relationships.

Austin shares how he uses Woo in public speaking, relationship management, and organizational development, emphasizing empathy and inclusivity.

He reveals that Woo isn't just about winning people over, but instead is about investing in them.

Austin demonstrates how Woo can be harnessed for positive personal and professional development through continuous growth and self-reflection.

About Austin Arias:

Austin Arias is a leadership development expert with a goal to help individuals and teams think bigger and do better through more values-based and mission-aligned actions.

As an award-winning educator and speaker, Austin is a trusted voice in the areas of belonging, organizational development, change management, and personal growth.

In addition to his time speaking and facilitating to colleges, universities, non-profits, and companies, he also works as an account manager at a leading marketing and branding agency in higher education, SimpsonScarborough.

Austin's Top 5 CliftonStrengths?:

1. Maximizer
2. Belief
3. Individualization
4. Relator
5. Woo

Stay in touch with Austin

• Follow on social media @austinarias on all platforms
• Visit his website www.austinarias.com
• Check out his speaking portfolio www.campuspeak.com/arias

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Ever wondered what true empathy feels like in action?

Dive into this engaging podcast episode where Rainey Parker, founder of Sunshine After the Rain, LLC, shares her insights on empathy, perspective-shifting, and connecting with others.

Rainey's journey unfolds as she differentiates empathy from sympathy, highlighting how she can sense others' feelings by immersing herself in their experiences.

From creating safe spaces through effective communication to normalizing emotions, Rainey's empathetic approach is a catalyst for personal growth and meaningful connections.

Are you curious about how empathy can transform your interactions? Tune in for a deep dive into Rainey's empathetic coaching journey.

About Rainey

Rainey Parker is the founder and CEO of Sunshine After The Rain.

Rainey is a professional accountability coach and motivational speaker.

She helps others because it allows her to see how they need help and expands her understanding in the process. Love, empathy, and support can and will look different to everybody. Taking time to understand that someone else is different is what is important.

Rainey, enjoys meeting people where they are in the literal and physical sense so that they are comfortable and know that this is a safe space for them.

In Rainey's words, "I'm not in the business of telling others what to do. I am in the business of helping them hear themselves and realize they have known the whole time."

Rainey's Top 5 Strengths Are:

1. Empathy
2. Positivity
3. Woo
4. Individualistic
5. Futuristic

Stay in touch with Rainey by:

• Reach out to her by email sunshineaftertheraincoaching@gmail.com

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1. Donating to our ⁠⁠Buy Me A Coffee⁠⁠
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3. ⁠⁠Submitting your questions⁠⁠ about Strengths, Career Development, Learning, Life, and BEYOND for future podcast episodes.

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How can positivity be a beacon of hope and a tool for genuine connection, even in the face of life's challenges? In this engaging episode, CliftonStrengths Coach Kyle Johann-Baker sits down with Joanne Machin, a multi-passionate entrepreneur and author.

Joanne provides a fresh perspective on the "Positivity" strength, emphasizing that it's not just about blind optimism but finding hope even in tough situations.

Balancing self-care and positivity is key; Joanne shares how she focuses on simple joys to maintain a positive outlook during challenges.

Tune in to gain insights into how positivity can be a multi-dimensional force in both personal and professional spheres. About Joanne Machin: Based out of the Pacific Northwest, Joanne Machin is an author, bookseller, freelance editor, virtual assistant, and multi-passionate entrepreneur. She writes contemporary adult romance novels that are sometimes chaotic but are altogether lots of fun--words many people would also use to describe her, actually. In her free time, Joanne drinks boba, plays video games and Magic the Gathering, and amasses large quantities of stationery and books, which, admittedly, she collects more than she reads or uses... She is married to a very nice man, with whom she co-parents a very naughty Welsh terrier named Oliver.

Joanne's Top 5 Strengths are:

1. Input
2. Futuristic
3. Maximizer
4. Activator
5. Positivity

Stay in touch with Joanne

• Twitter: @heyjomachin
• Instagram: @heyjomachin
• Website: www.joannemachin.com

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