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  • Ep. 13 - Building Resilience: Mind-Body Wellness Strategies for High-Performing Leaders
    2024/10/31

    In this month’s episode of the Practical and Positive Leadership Podcast, we’re excited to welcome Kathleen Gramzay, founder of Kinessage LLC and an expert in wellness and transformation. She joins our host, Monica May-Dunn, to discuss insights from her book, Release Your Pain, Expand Your Life, and the transformative impact of wellness on leadership.


    Kathleen and Monica dive into topics like:

    1. Building Resilience Through Mind-Body Wellness

    2. Releasing Physical Tension for Enhanced Leadership Performance

    3. Cultivating a Culture of Wellness in Your Team

    4. Practical Techniques for Leaders to Elevate Their Own Well-Being

    5. Empowering High-Performing Teams Through Wellness

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    22 分
  • Ep. 12 - One Yellow Brick
    2024/10/01

    In this month’s episode of the Practical and Positive Leadership Podcast, we welcome Melissa Swader, author of One Yellow Brick: Wizardly Tips to Empower Building Your Empire. Monica and Melissa dive into how to build a personal brand that stands out, navigating the challenges of a crowded market, and the power of influence in business and life. In this episode, they explore:

    • Finding Your Niche in an Oversaturated World
    • Empowering Women in Commercial Real Estate
    • The Power of Breaking Through Comfort Zones and Staying Ahead of Trends
    • Strategies for Building Genuine Connections in Networking
    • Cultivating a Forward-Thinking Approach in Business and Social Media


    Listen to more episodes & learn more about the host on www.arizonaescrow.com


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    16 分
  • Ep. 11 - The Obstacle is the Way
    2024/08/30

    In this month’s episode of the Practical and Positive Leadership Podcast, we welcome Kathleen O'Brien Thompson, founder & president of Professional Punch Marketing. Monica and Kathleen dive into Ryan Holiday’s book The Obstacle Is The Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph, discussing its profound impact on leadership and personal growth. In this episode, they explore:

    1. Embracing Challenges as Opportunities

    2. The Power of Perception in Leadership

    3. Taking Action Despite Obstacles

    4. Keeping a Team Motivated in Times of Uncertainty

    Join us for an engaging conversation packed with wisdom and actionable strategies to help leaders transform obstacles into catalysts for success. Get ready to elevate your leadership approach and find strength in adversity.


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    Check out more about Kathleen and her team at www.professionalpunch.com

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    21 分
  • Ep. 10 - How To Turn Pro
    2024/06/28

    In this month's episode of the Practical and Positive Leadership Podcast, we welcome Tara Brown, a Healthcare Architect by day and Transformational Life Coach by night. Monica and Tara explore Steven Pressfield’s book Turning Pro: Tap Your Inner Power and Create Your Life’s Work, discussing its significance and practical application to leadership in the workplace. In this episode, they discuss:

    • The Amateur vs. The Professional

    • Overcoming Resistance

    • Sacrifice and Transformation

    • Finding Your Authentic Self

    Join us as we uncover insights and strategies that empower leaders to inspire, energize, and positively impact their teams. Prepare for a conversation brimming with motivation and practical advice to elevate your leadership journey.

    Visit www.arizonaescrow.com

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    19 分
  • Ep. 9 - "The Bajaro Method" Optimizing Your Space For Success
    2024/05/29

    In this episode, our guest Barbara Kaplan and host Monica May-Dunn explore the mastery of optimizing your environment for success and how design impacts leadership. This episode delves into topics surrounding the Bajaro Method, created by Barbara Kaplan, which emphasizes personal transformation through design.

    • The Bajaro Method and what it is
    • How you can apply this method to personalize your workspace in a way that boosts productivity and reduces stress
    • Key elements one should focus on to feel empowered and in control in the office
    • Zoom backgrounds & what to do about them

    Check out Barbara's book, "The Bajaro Method" here


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    16 分
  • Ep. 8 - Developing the Leader Within You
    2024/04/23

    In this episode, our guest Susan McCall and our host Monica May-Dunn, explore the mastery of leadership subtleties and the development of dynamic team environments through a shift in mindset. This episode delves into leadership topics outlined in John Maxwell’s book, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0, including identifying what kind of leader you are, the Pareto Principle and how to make decisions that are best for your business.

    • Finding ways to add value to others
    • How to stay disciplined as a leader
    • Focusing on growth and learning


    Join us as we dive into insights and tactics that equip leaders to inspire, energize, and foster a positive influence among their team members. Get ready for a conversation that will give you inspiration and practical advice designed to uplift your leadership path.

    Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check us out on our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.arizonaescrow.com ⁠⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠Monica May-Dunn on LinkedIn

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    22 分
  • Ep. 7 - The Infinite Game
    2024/03/26

    In this month's episode of the Practical and Positive Leadership Podcast, we are welcoming Elyse Gonzales, Vice President SBA Lending at Live Oak Bank. Monica and Elyse explore Simon Sinek's "The Infinite Game," delving into its relevance and application to leadership dynamics within the workplace. In this episode we discuss

    • The Mindset of Infinite vs. Finite
    • The Importance of a Just Cause
    • The Five Essential Practices


    Join us as we dive into insights and tactics that equip leaders to inspire, energize, and foster a positive influence among their team members. Get ready for a conversation that will give you inspiration and practical advice designed to uplift your leadership path.


    Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check us out on our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.arizonaescrow.com ⁠⁠

    ⁠Monica May-Dunn on LinkedIn

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    13 分
  • Ep. 6 - Navigating Leadership & Team Dynamics
    2024/02/26

    In this month's episode of the Practical and Positive Leadership Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome a very special guest, Annette Anderson, the President of Arizona Escrow & Financial Corporation.


    With a friendship spanning over two decades, Monica May-Dunn, CEO of Arizona Escrow, sits down with her long-time friend and colleague to share an insightful conversation that traverses Annette's journey from escrow officer to President.

    In this episode we discuss

    • Overcoming Challenges in Leadership
    • How to Create a Positive & Collaborative Team
    • Building and Nurturing Professional Relationships

    Join us as we delve into these profound lessons and strategies that can empower leaders to inspire, motivate, and cultivate a positive impact within their teams. Get ready for a dose of inspiration and actionable insights that will elevate your leadership journey.


    Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check us out on our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.arizonaescrow.com ⁠

    Annette Anderson on LinkedIn

    Monica May-Dunn on LinkedIn

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    16 分